City of Clearwater – City Council Meeting - 6/18/2026

The City of Clearwater held a City Council meeting on June 18, 2026, which included several proclamations recognizing Pollinator Week, Solid Waste and Recycling Workers Week, and National Home Ownership Month. Key procurement-related discussions involved the approval of a surplus property transfer to the Community Redevelopment Agency to support strategic redevelopment efforts. The council also passed ordinances updating parking operations and fees, and approved budget amendments including a capital improvement budget increase of $3,574,619. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to public comment and council debate over the proposed vacation of Garden Avenue, a city street adjacent to the Church of Scientology's Elron Hubbard Hall project. The council voted 3-2 in favor of vacating the street, a decision that raised concerns about public access, property ownership, and community impact. The meeting concluded with no additional procurement actions but highlighted ongoing redevelopment and budgetary initiatives.