Meeting Minutes for September 24, 2026
Clearwater Cay Community Development District
The Public Budget Hearing, the Fiscal Year 2027 O&M Assessment Public Hearing and the Regular Meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the Clearwater Cay Community Development District was scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Grand Venezia Baywatch Clubhouse at 2704 Via Murano in Clearwater, Florida 33764.
Present and constituting a quorum were:
Alan Glidden – Chair
Anthony Anastasio – Vice Chair
Lisa Donini – Assistant Secretary
Jeff Wilson – Assistant Secretary
Jack McKinney – Assistant Secretary
Also present were:
Cal Teague – District Manager, Premier District Management (PDM)
Also attending remotely:
Matt Gindling – Assistant District Manager, (PDM)
Dan Molloy – District Attorney
Len Tosto – Caller
1 Caller
FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order by Chair Glidden at 6:14 p.m., and District Manager Cal Teague called the roll. Present and constituting a quorum were Chair Glidden, Vice Chair Anastasio, Supervisors Donini, McKinney and Wilson along with District Manager Cal Teague. Joining online were Assistant District Manager Matt Gindling, District Attorney Dan Molloy, Len Tosto, and 1 unidentified caller.
SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS Approval of the Agenda
On MOTION by Chair Glidden, seconded by Supervisor Wilson, with all in favor, the Board approved the agenda as presented.
THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS Audience Comments on Agenda Items (3-minute limit)
There were no Audience comments.
FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Approval of Meeting Minutes
A. Draft Meeting Minutes for July 23, 2026
On MOTION by Chair Glidden, seconded by Vice Chair Anastasio, with all in favor, the Board approved the draft Meeting Minutes for July 23, 2026 as presented.
FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Engineer
There was no Engineer’s Report.
SIXTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Old Business
No outstanding old business.
SEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS New Business
A. Median Refresh and Palm Removal Proposal
Chair Glidden stated that the proposal included refreshing the rock and landscaping on the Belleair Road island and removing the palm tree. The Board had previously authorized up to $2,500; however, the proposal totaled $2,875.
On MOTION by Vice Chair Anastasio, seconded by Supervisor McKinney, with all in favor, the Board approved the proposal from RedTree in the amount of $2,875.
Chair Glidden requested that staff contact Grand Venezia regarding possible reimbursement of a portion of the cost.
District Counsel Molloy advised that reimbursement would be subject to the existing agreement and that the palm tree removal may qualify as a safety related expense.
B. Belleair Rd Resurfacing Discussion
Chair Glidden reported that the cost of the repaving project originally planned by Grand Venezia came in higher than anticipated, resulting in the project being delayed until likely next year.
The Board will resume discussions when Grand Venezia is ready to proceed.
i. Easement and Cost Sharing Agreement
The Easement and Cost Sharing Agreement was included in the meeting packet.
ii. Southern Striping Proposal
The Southern Striping proposal was included in the meeting packet.
EIGHTH ORDER OF BUSINESS District Manager
A. Resolution 2026-11: District Goals and Objectives FY 2027
District Manager Teague explained the requirement to adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 Goals and Objectives and noted that the District’s existing goals and objectives are posted on the District’s website.
On MOTION by Chair Glidden, seconded by Supervisor Wilson, with all in favor, the Board approved Resolution 2026-11, adopting the District Goals and Objectives for FY 2027.
B. Audit Engagement for Fiscal Year 2026
District Manager Teague reviewed the Fiscal Year 2026 audit engagement letter from Berger Toombs Elam Gaines and Frank.
On MOTION by Chair Glidden, seconded by Vice Chair Anastasio, with all in favor, the Board approved the audit engagement letter from Berger Toombs Elam Gaines and Frank.
NINTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Financial Reports
A. Financials for July and August 2026
District Manager Teague noted that the August invoice reflected an adjusted lower rate in accordance with the agreement with Mr. Dwyer.
On MOTION by Chair Glidden, seconded by Supervisor Donini, with all in favor, the Board approved the financials for July and August 2026.
TENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Attorney
A. Lawsuit(s) Updates
District Counsel Molloy provided an update on the pending state action, noting that the matter remains in the briefing stage following the judgment in the District’s favor, which is being appealed by the bondholders. The bondholders’ attorneys subsequently filed a motion requesting permission to exceed the allowable word limit, which remains pending before the Court. He noted that no further action is expected until the Court rules on the motion. In response to Chair Glidden’s question, District Counsel Molloy stated that the request was not typical.
B. Letter from Equipment Share About Harbourside Grande Lot 3
District Counsel Molloy noted that public properties are not subject to liens in the state of Florida and advised that the District does not need to respond to this letter.
ELEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Supervisor Requests and/or Comments
District Manager Teague provided an update on the mangrove trimming/removal discussed at the previous meeting and confirmed that the work had been completed.
He also followed up on Supervisor Donini’s previous concerns regarding uneven pavers along the walkways. Assistant District Manager Gindling was advised that repairs had been completed. Any remaining areas of concern should be identified so they can be addressed.
Supervisor Donini agreed to inspect the pavers and report any remaining concerns to staff.
A. Next Meeting Quorum Check:
All supervisors expect to be present at the next meeting.
TWELFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Audience Comments (3-minute limit)
There were no audience comments.