Sep 23, 2026
Mayor Karen Love’s August/September report highlights continued progress in Gulfport’s hurricane recovery, including waterfront cottage demolition preparations and the ongoing floating dock project. The report also provides updates on the City’s budget, Code Enforcement efforts, and the future of the Historic Gulfport Casino, along with recognition received by the Gulfport Recovers team for its innovative approach to helping residents navigate hurricane recovery.
Aug 3, 2026
In her July Monthly Report, Mayor Karen Love highlights Gulfport’s successful Bicentennial Celebration, provides updates on City projects, including the marina floating docks, and reminds residents to close out any outstanding building permits. She also shares insights from the Florida League of Mayors Conference and invites residents to share their thoughts on the property tax referendum.
Jul 4, 2026
Vice Mayor Marlene Shaw attended a Florida Division of Emergency Management hurricane preparedness briefing covering the 2026 hurricane season outlook, emergency preparedness, state disaster resources, recovery and mitigation funding, and evacuation guidance. Officials emphasized the importance of being prepared, even during a forecasted normal to below normal hurricane season.
Jun 30, 2026
Councilmember Marlene Shaw attended a presentation on Manatee County’s Gopher Tortoise Long-Term Recipient Site at Duette Preserve, where officials shared updates on the successful relocation and conservation of gopher tortoises displaced by development projects. The program highlighted habitat restoration efforts, hurricane resilience, long-term land management, and the importance of protecting this keystone species and the ecosystems that depend on it.
Jun 30, 2026
Councilmember Marlene Shaw attended a presentation on the proposed replacement of the historic Egmont Key Pilot Station with a new facility near the Sunshine Skyway. The discussion focused on plans to improve storm resilience, support safe navigation for commercial vessels, minimize environmental impacts, and provide a year-round resource for first responders while maintaining critical maritime operations in Tampa Bay.