Jeannie Carlson

St. Petersburg

Correspondent at Beach Beacon

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Former Indian Shores mayor speaks out on sidewalk project

1 week ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

INDIAN SHORES — Former mayor Patrick Soranno urged the Town Council at its April 8 meeting to press ahead with a long-discussed sidewalk project along Gulf Boulevard. Sorrano outlined the 25-year history of the Indian Shores Sidewalk/Storm Drain Project, which began in 1995 when the Florida Department of Transportation recommended installing sidewalks and enhancing the stormwater drainage system.
North Redington Beach welcomes new mayor, commissioners

1 month ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

NORTH REDINGTON BEACH — New faces were introduced at a March 13 meeting of the Town Commission. There was recently installed Mayor Jay Super, Seat 1 Commissioner Steve Bradley and Seat 2 Commissioner Rick Nagrabski. Each was sworn in by Town Attorney Jay Daigneault. All three had ran unopposed, eliminating the need for a municipal election. Super has been a resident of the town for the last two years after being a regular visitor for the 20 years prior.
Incumbents returned to Indian Shores council

1 month ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

INDIAN SHORES — Incumbents Nicholas Menchise and Mark Housman have been re-elected to seats on Indian Shores Town Council. Results of the March 12 municipal election were announced at a March 13 town hall meeting and congratulations to the winners were extended by Mayor Diantha Schear. Challenger Robert ‘Bo’ Bauman was defeated in the election with just under 25% of ballots cast, or 71 votes, according to election-night tallies. Menchise drew 42%, or 121 votes, and Housman 33%, or 94 votes.
Bill Queen resigns as longtime mayor of North Redington Beach

1 month ago | tampabay.com | Jeannie Carlson

NORTH REDINGTON BEACH — After serving 20 years as mayor of North Redington Beach, Bill Queen resigned Feb. 18 via phone call to the town’s attorney, Jay Daigneault. Queen had sold his home in North Redington Beach and moved to Seminole on Feb. 18, making him no longer qualified to remain on the Board of Commissioners. Vice Mayor Kevin Kennedy is acting mayor until the new mayor, Jay Super, is sworn in on Thursday.
Indian Shores accepts donation for public safety building

1 month ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

INDIAN SHORES — The town of Indian Shores accepted a donation of $125,000 from the J.J. Gano, Jr. Trust for the construction of a public safety building, at the Feb. 11 Town Council meeting. The town administrator and mayor were authorized and directed in a resolution to sign and execute any required documents related to the proposed building subject to the review of legal counsel.
Bill Queen, longtime mayor of North Redington Beach, resigns

1 month ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

NORTH REDINGTON BEACH — After serving 20 years as mayor of North Redington Beach, Mayor Bill Queen resigned Feb. 18 via phone call to the town’s attorney, Jay Daigneault. Queen had sold his home in North Redington Beach and moved to Seminole on Feb. 18, making him no longer qualified as a resident of the town to remain on the Board of Commissioners. Vice Mayor Kevin Kennedy is acting mayor until the new mayor, Jay Super, is sworn in on March 13.
Indian Shores says its police go above and beyond

Jan 22, 2025 | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

INDIAN SHORES —Indian Shores Police Dept. officers have had plenty on their plate since the fall hurricanes, but that hasn’t stopped them from going the extra mile for the people in the community. At a Jan. 14 meeting of the Town Commission, two ISPD officers were presented with awards of excellence for meritorious service, and Chief Rick Swann presented the ISPD’s annual holiday fundraiser donations to two local charities.
Stormwater ditch easement on hold in Indian Shores

Dec 18, 2024 | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

INDIAN SHORES – After Hurricanes Helene and Milton blew through the barrier islands little more than a month ago, stormwater drainage issues resulting in increased flooding have come to the forefront. Concerns between Vista Village Townhomes Owners Association in Indian Shores and the town of Indian Shores on just such a situation were discussed at the Dec. 10 Town Council meeting without resolution.
North Redington Beach officials say substantial damage estimates nearly done

Nov 20, 2024 | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

NORTH REDINGTON BEACH — Emergency response to hurricanes Helene and Milton were enacted in the town of North Redington Beach, but like the rest of the barrier islands damage of this magnitude doesn’t go away overnight. Residents packed Town Hall at the Nov. 14 Board of Commissioners regular meeting, some to express their frustration, and others to express their gratitude to the board.
Indian Shores council talks permits, contractors

Nov 20, 2024 | tbnweekly.com | Jeannie Carlson

INDIAN SHORES — Town Council canceled its October and November regular meetings, because of devastation from hurricanes Helene and Milton, and Dec. 10 will mark its first regular meeting since September. But on Nov. 12, the council held a public question-and-answer session. Mayor Diantha Schear welcomed attendees and introduced the main speakers: Town Administrator Christina Porter, Police Chief Rick Swann and Building Official Brian Rusu.