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Anna Maria parking study recommends permit and paid parking

Aug 18, 2026 – Joe Hendricks
July 28, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Anna Maria officials divided on millage increase 

ANNA MARIA – Commissioner Charlie Salem said he will not support a property tax-related millage increase sought by commissioners Chris Arendt and John Lynch for the new 2026-27 fiscal year that begin…
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July 21, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Anna Maria Commission begins budget discussions

The mayor and city commissioners kicked off their multi-meeting budget adoption process with a budget workshop on Thursday, July 16.
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July 15, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Driveway configuration prompts drainage debate

The construction of a new home at 242 Lakeview Drive in Anna Maria has resulted in some residents questioning the homebuilders’ compliance with city code regarding lot coverage and stormwater retenti…
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July 8, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Anna Maria cabana rental discussions resume 

City officials plan to further revise the beach cabana rental regulations the city of Anna Maria enacted in March.
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June 22, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Anna Maria code enforcement manager reinstated 

Code Enforcement Manager Tom Collins has returned to work after being placed on administrative leave while his workplace conduct was investigated.
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June 16, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

City Pier lease awarded to GSM Partners

Brian Seymour, Ben Sato and Jason Sato have been awarded the lease for both Anna Maria City Pier buildings.
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June 15, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Anna Maria Commission approves Waste Pro agreement

Effective July 1, Waste Pro will replace Waste Management as the city of Anna Maria’s collector of trash, recycling and yard waste.
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June 10, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Anna Maria code enforcement manager placed on administrative leave

ANNA MARIA – Code Enforcement Manager Tom Collins was recently placed on paid administrative leave and an investigation was initiated regarding his alleged workplace behavior.  Collins was na…
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June 2, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

Sea oats planted along Anna Maria shoreline

ANNA MARIA – On Saturday, May 23, volunteers planted 4,000 sea oats along the Gulf shoreline in Anna Maria.  Anna Maria Public Works Manager Dean Jones mentioned the planting project while pr…
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May 26, 2026
By Joe Hendricks

City investigated treasurer’s credit card expenditures 

ANNA MARIA – Public records obtained from the city clerk’s office provide more details about the credit card expenditures referenced in the lawsuit complaint former city treasurer LeAnne (Addy) Endre…
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April 9, 2025
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The Off-Stage Ladies of the Island Players, April luncheon meeting