City of Panama City Commission Meeting 08252026

The City of Panama City Commission held a meeting on August 25, 2026, which included significant procurement and contracting discussions primarily focused on capital improvement projects. Key agenda items included approval of a developer agreement for the renovation of the historic Panama City Grammar School, involving a waiver of approximately $374,750 in fines and a $100,000 Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) grant to support the project. The commission also considered bids and financing options for the construction of 50 wet slips at the Downtown Panama City Marina. After reviewing 14 bids, the commission approved awarding the contract to H.G. Harders and Sons for $3,616,356.05, with a 10% contingency. An alternative financing proposal was accepted from Joe PC (a Saint Joe company) to prepay participation rent up to $5 million to fund the marina construction, with a management agreement to be negotiated within 60 days. Additionally, the commission approved a $498,797.47 contract with Art Construction of Northwest Florida LLC for exterior renovations to the Trousdale Clubhouse, including a 10% contingency. The meeting also included approval of a $425,000 state grant for the design of the Frankfort Avenue Trail project. Several public comments addressed concerns about project costs, financing, and community impact. Motions related to these procurement actions passed unanimously.