Board of County Commissioners 2 p.m. Regular Meeting & 6 p.m. Public Hearing 8-25-26

The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners held a regular meeting on August 25, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the unanimous approval of contracts for rental car concessions at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, with contract values ranging from approximately $8.5 million to $10.4 million based on square footage. The board also approved funding recommendations for local events such as the Clearwater Offshore Nationals and allocated ARP funds for housing support and safe haven projects. Additionally, the board authorized a Resilient Florida grant application for capital improvements at the South Cross Bio Reclamation Facility and approved a banking services agreement with JP Morgan Chase. Budget amendments were made to realign reserves and recognize unanticipated revenues. Commissioners discussed the need for transparency in budget contra charges and requested detailed accounting of departmental costs. Policy discussions included potential resolutions regarding data center regulations and concerns about law enforcement use of FL cameras. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of county employees and community events, and a tribute to Dolly Parton.