LCSO: ARREST REPORT 2026 NOVEMBER 2
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LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
ARREST REPORT FOR WEEK OF 2026 NOVEMBER 2
CLICK HERE FOR REPORT
CLICK HERE FOR REPORT
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W3C MET - 22 OCT 2026
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W3C ATTEMPTS TO RESOLVE CONFLICT
The Waccasassa Water and Wastewater Cooperative and the Bronson Town Council met in Otter Creek on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 5:30 pm. Both W3C board members were in attendance: Town of Otter Creek Mayor Zim Padgett and Cedar Key Water and Sewer District Commissioner Sue Colson. Four of the five Bronson Town Council were in attendance: Mayor Bruce Greenlee, Vice Mayor Virginia Phillips, Reggie Stacey, and Rachel Meeks.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION
This second meeting to resolve the conflict about ownership and operation of the well, located on Bronson property but paid for by the Department of Environmental Protection / Suwannee River Water Management District for W3C use, began with clear expectations from the W3C.
CEDAR KEY CITY COMMISSION MET 20 OCTOBER
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CEDAR KEY CITY COMMISSION MET The City of Cedar Key Commission met at City Hall on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 5 pm. Commissioners in attendance were: Vice Mayor Mel Beckham, Nancy Sera, Dell Weible, and Heath Davis. Mayor Jim Wortham was not in attendance.
NEXTOWER ISSUE
NexTower Executive Vice President Dave Boeff, spoke to commissioners about the Nextower /Water Tower Lease Agreement that has been disputed for months. After a lengthy presentation, much remained unclear. Comfortable not making a decision without the mayor present, Attorney Fugate was directed to draft the contract language preferred by the city for presentation at the next meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT, CEDAR KEY ENTITIES
DOCK STREET MARKETS
Island Arts representative Mary Prescott requested that the commission approve the closure of Dock Street on December 5 from 10 am until 4 pm and the Dock Street fee waiver so that merchants to conduct its market. Commissioners unanimously approved the request.
LIONS CLUB
Lion Susan Rosenthal thanked all involved for the Seafood Festival. Food was sold out before closing time, so successful was the turnout.
CEDAR KEY ARTS CENTER
President Denise Feiber spoke to the panoply of happenings ongoing at the Cedar Key Arts Center. Click here for a glimpse.
DECA
Cedar Key School’s Diversified Education Clubs of America President Fisher Collins announced a Surf and Turf fundraiser on November 6. Details will be forthcoming.
CLERK'S OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
RIGHT-OF-WAY FORM
Commissioners unanimously approved the new Temporary Use of City Right-of-Way Use Form, designed to track user and use of the properties and includes emergency contacts, materials to be used, responsibilities, and more.
PUBLIC WORKS
MARINA RESTORATION
After some discussion, commissioners unanimously approved the Cedar Key Marina Restoration and Management Legislative Appropriation Request. Public Works Supervisor Jamie McCain presented a plan articulating the Marina’s history, “restoration
needs, financial outlook, and long-term maintenance approach.:
Developed by the University of Florida, Institute for Food and Agricultural Services Dr. Mark Clark, the proposed dredging plan includes removal of sediment to restoration of an average four-foot water depth.
FIRE DEPARTMENT/EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 514 Local Mitigation Strategy Update, which is required for consideration in applying for grants.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
DRUG TAKE BACK
Police Chief Edwin Jenkins announced the Police Department’s Drug Take Back Program scheduled for Saturday, October 24, from 10 am until 2 pm. Citizens may drop off their unused, not needed drugs for proper disposal.
ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
Commissioners unanimously approved Ordinance 568 on its second reading. This ordinance “amends the City's election provisions to provide that runoff elections following regular and
special elections occur seven weeks after the initial election.”
IN ATTENDANCE
Staff in attendance included Attorney Norm Fugate, Police Chief Edwin Jenkins, Fire Chief / Emergency Management Director Robert Robinson, Public Works Supervisor Jamie McCain, and City Clerk Brooke Beck Smith.
Among those in the audience were: Cheryl Belcher, Doug and Sandy Lindhout, Lisa Custer, Ron Smith, Mary Prescott, Doris Hellerman,
Janine Byrd, Fisher Collins, Susan Rosenthal, Mike Allen, C, Tabitha Davis, Angie Beckham, Kayle Kukla, Denise Fber, John Rittenhouse, Jeri Treat, Anne Miller, and Cedar Key News’ Mandy and Frank Offerle.
MEETING ADJOURNED
The meeting adjourned at 7 pm.
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CEDAR KEY COMMISSION WILL MEET 2026 NOVEMBER 10
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CEDAR KEYcOMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGEANCY WILL MEET ON 2026 NOVEMBER 10 AT 3 PM. IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING WILL BE A JOINT WORKSHOP REGARDING THE
RV PARK MORATORIUM.
W3C MET - 20 OCT 2026
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W3C MOVES FORWARD, WORKS WITH BRONSON The Waccasassa Water and Wastewater Cooperative met in Cedar Key on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 1 pm. Both board members were in attendance: Town of Otter Creek Mayor Zim Padgett and Cedar Key Water and Sewer District Commissioner Sue Colson.
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS CONTRACT
The board and Attorney Norm Fugate discussed the contract with James Moore, CPAs, for the upcoming three years at an annual cost of $15,000. Fugate reminded the group that the service is required by law and advised that the cost was reasonable, though it may seem excessive for such a small organization. The $15,000 will not include additional services possibly required by upcoming grants, etc.
********LEVY ELECTIONS: 2026
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LEVY COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS ENCOURAGES VOTERS TO PARTICIPATE IN EARLY VOTING FOR THE 2026 GENERAL ELECTION
The Levy County Supervisor of Elections Office encourages voters to take advantage of Early Voting opportunities for the 2026 General Election.
"Voting is one of the most important responsibilities and privileges we have as citizens," said Supervisor of Elections Tammy Jones. "We encourage every eligible voter to make a plan to vote early and take part in this democratic process."
Early Voting will be available October 22 – November 1, 2026, including weekends, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. Early Voting provides voters with a convenient opportunity to cast their ballot before Election Day.
CITY SOLID WASTE INCREASE
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CITY OF CEDAR KEY NOTICE OF SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FEE INCREASE
CLICK HERE FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL INCREASES
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CKAC: HAPPENINGS 2026 OCTOBER
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CEDAR KEY ARTS CENTER...
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN OCTOBER?Click below for happenings.
https://mailchi.mp/6612f0d8695d/whats-happening-at-ckac-in-october-15082053?e=7c5e9c86ae
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AMENDMENT THREE, NOVEMBER BALLOT
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AMENDMENT THREE, NOVEMBER BALLOT...
what it could mean for Levy, Cedar Key, 32625
The Florida Policy Institute has published a county-by -county alnalysis of how Amendment Three will affect each. The link below will connect you.
Cedar Key News urges you to click below.
https://amendment3.floridapolicyinstitute.org/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
what it could mean for Levy, Cedar Key, 32625
The Florida Policy Institute has published a county-by -county alnalysis of how Amendment Three will affect each. The link below will connect you.
Cedar Key News urges you to click below.
https://amendment3.floridapolicyinstitute.org/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
FOOD PANTRY DRIVE
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CEDAR KEY FOOD PANTRY: OCTOBER PERSONAL CARE DRIVE
While food feeds the body, everyday hygiene items bring dignity, health,, and comfort. Throughout the entire month of October, the Cedar Key Food Pantry is collecting personal care items to distribute to our neighbors in need.
Items Most Needed
:• Soap & Body Wash
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Feminine Hygiene Products
CEDAR KEY LAUNCH PASSES 2026
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CEDAR KEY LAUNCH PASSES 2026-202729 September 2026
The 2026–2027 Annual Marina Launch Passes are now available at City Hall. Please bring your CURRENT boat trailer registration and payment to complete the Launch Pass request form.
CLICK HERE FOR LAUNCH PASS FLIER.
CLICK HERE FOR LAUNCH PAS FORM.
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CKWC CALENDAR 2027
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2026 sEPTEMBER 27
Cedar Key Woman’s Club is happy to announce that the 2027 CALENDAR is available in stores in town and in time for those unique holiday gifts!
National holidays, local events, full moons, etc. are listed in the calendar on the appropriate date for ease in making plans to visit Cedar Key!
Calendars are on sale for $15 each at Dilly Dally Galley, Island Hotel, Welcome Center, Second Street Mercantile, and 1842 Coffee Shop.
CEDAR KEY POLICE DEPARTMENT HIRING 2026 SEPTEMBER
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CEDAR KEY POLICE DEPARTMENT HIRING 2026 SEPTEMBER
Ceedar Key Police Department is hiring a Lieutenanct and part-time police officers.
Click for Lieutenant inforation.
Cllick here for part-time officer information.
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Ceedar Key Police Department is hiring a Lieutenanct and part-time police officers.
Click for Lieutenant inforation.
Cllick here for part-time officer information.
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