March 15, 2026 —

This Siesta Key Association meeting focused on several key updates and discussions. The group heard from Pat Chandler-Smith and Scott about a tree hammock restoration project at God’s Treehouse Chapel, which suffered hurricane damage and is now working with the Tree Foundation and University of South Florida on a 10-year restoration plan. Sergeant Daniel Smith provided the February crime report showing 210 incidents on Siesta Key, with only 5% being property crimes, and discussed upcoming spring break preparations including increased law enforcement presence. The meeting also covered a new boathouse cover request at 8347 Midnight Pass, which requires special exception approval from the Water Navigation Control Authority, and discussed potential improvements to beach access areas including the need for public restrooms and infrastructure upgrades in the village.