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Fireworks Are Still Illegal in Pinellas County

Posted on July 2, 2020

While the Florida Legislature passed SB 140, which created three “designated holidays” on which the use of personal fireworks is allowed, the bill also is “not intended to supersede any local government regulation relating to the use of fireworks”. Pinellas County Ordinance No. 98-5 Sec. 4, 1-6-98 states, “No person or entity can use, explode,...

Trash Pirates & City Gear Up for Busy Holiday Weekend

Posted on July 2, 2020

Madeira Beach – The 4th of July is always a busy weekend in Madeira Beach. Warm, beach-friendly weather calls out to residents and visitors alike, with thousands expected to head for the soft sands of Madeira Beach. It’s a weekend of traditions, honoring our patriotism with backyard barbeques, boat rides, and personal fireworks shows. One...

City Manager’s Report – May 2020

Posted on June 25, 2020

Managers Minute Welcome Back“Welcome back!” It seems strange to offer that greeting when most of us never left Madeira Beach. However, we did retreat into our self-imposed quarantine thanks to Covid-19. As May turned into June, and the governor issued his Phase 2 directives, you could almost feel a sense of relief as residents began...

BCC passes emergency ordinance requiring face coverings

Posted on June 24, 2020

June 23, 2020 Faced with an alarming surge in COVID-19 cases, the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday passed an emergency ordinance requiring that citizens wear face coverings in most indoor public places, and restaurants and bars to implement new safety and anti-crowding measures. The ordinance passed 6-1, with Commissioner Kathleen Peters dissenting....

Our website has a new look!

Posted on June 18, 2020

As you have probably seen we have updated and improved our website! The City of Madeira Beach has teamed up with Proud City to create this great new interactive online destination. The new format is easier to navigate and will provide more information. Like all things new we know it may take a little getting...

Youth Soccer Nights

Posted on June 17, 2020

This will be a "drop in" style program on Wednesday nights all summer long, from 7:00pm till 8:30pm at the school fields. We will be dividing the children in to different age groups and running simple drills and mostly organized games. Registration will be on a weekly basis. You can come for all 8 weeks or come for any weeks...

Registration Now Open for the 2020 Summer Kickball Season

Posted on June 17, 2020

The next Kickball league will begin on July 9th! Register by July 4th for the summer season! League is limited to 12 teams. $300 fee per team for 8 games and single elimination playoffs! Click here for more info!

Madeira Beach Forms Partnership with Renowned Photographer Doc Jon

Posted on June 15, 2020

Madeira Beach – Madeira Beach is one of the most beautiful beach communities on the Gulf Coast. Thousands of people visit every year and millions of photos are taken of sunsets, wildlife and people enjoying life in paradise. Capturing the perfect shot, one that conveys a message, feeling, and tone through a singular image is...

Weather Forces Postponement of Curbing on John’s Pass Avenue

Posted on June 9, 2020

Madeira Beach – As rain continues to be in the forecast for the next several days, work on several aspects of the Crystal Island Roadway and Drainage Project may be impacted. After watching the weather forecast for the next few days Gibbs & Register (G&R), has decided to postpone installing curbs on John’s Pass Avenue...

First Sea Turtle Nest of 2020 Appears on Madeira Beach

Posted on May 5, 2020

MADEIRA BEACH, FL – This season’s first sea turtle nest was discovered earlier today on Madeira Beach between the beach access points at 131st Ave. and 132nd Ave. Sea turtle nesting season started on Friday, May 1st. The nest was discovered before dawn by volunteers who walk the beach before sunrise and was cordoned off...

Pinellas County Offers Small Business Grant Assistance

Posted on May 4, 2020

For more information on the Pinellas CARES Small Business Grant, Click Here

Madeira Beach Is Open!

Posted on May 4, 2020

Madeira Beach – Madeira Beach, the sand, City Hall, and most of the business community reopened this morning after six long weeks of isolation following a Safer at Home order issued by Pinellas County on April 3rd. The directive was designed to help reduce the spread of Covid-19 (Coronavirus). Beaches reopened at 7 a.m., City...

Pinellas CARES fund available for individuals & businesses

Posted on April 29, 2020

Individuals, families and small businesses hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic can now get emergency financial assistance through the County with the new Pinellas CARES fund. The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday approved the Pinellas CARES financial relief programs, which are funded through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES)...

City Manager’s Report – January 2020

Posted on April 21, 2020

The January 2020 City Manager's Report is now available here.

Commission extends Local State of Emergency – Pinellas County

Posted on April 21, 2020

April 21, 2020 • Local State of Emergency declaration extended from April 24 – May 1; public beaches and pools remain closed • Commission’s next virtual meeting slated for Tuesday, April 28 The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday extended its Local State of Emergency declaration through May 1. Public beaches, pools and...

Crystal Island Roadway & Stormwater Improvement Project

Posted on April 20, 2020

Project Timeline and Updates June 22 – July 10, 2020: All of Crystal Island • Slow Down In Work Zones! • No parking on streets project wide • Keep children away from work areas John’s Pass Ave. June 22-26 • Storm System - John's Pass - 546/549 to 568/571 • Finish Base - 538/541 to...

Madeira Beach Social Club

Posted on April 10, 2020

Check out the upcoming Madeira Beach Social Club Trips and Activities. Click Here for more information.

Spring Soccer Registration – Postponed

Posted on April 9, 2020

Due to COVID-19 and the current social gathering restrictions, Spring Soccer Registration is postponed. Recreation staff will be in contract with everyone once a final decision has been made related to the 2020 Spring Season. If you have any questions, contact the Recreation Center at 727-392-0665. Thank you.

Welcome to our future website!

Posted on July 25, 2019

Welcome to our future website! As you can see, there’s not much here yet, however, true to the principles of the U.S. Digital Services Playbook, we’ve launched this test site (what we call ‘Alpha’), so we can build openly, iteratively and collaboratively with our community. Phases There are three phases to our official launch: Alpha:...