Category: Press Release

  • Public Work Session to Consider Amendments to STR Ordinance

    Public Work Session to Consider Amendments to STR Ordinance

    THE CITY OF INDIAN ROCKS BEACH COMMISSION TO HOLD A PUBLIC WORK SESSION TO CONSIDER AMENDMENTS TO THE SHORT-TERM RENTAL ORDINANCE Tuesday, August 27, 2024 Beginning at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall 1507 Bay Palm Boulevard Indian Rocks Beach, Florida 33785

  • PRESS RELEASE-SAND BAG DISTRIBUTION

    PRESS RELEASE-SAND BAG DISTRIBUTION

    Beginning today, Friday, August 2, 2024, at 1:00 PM, the City of Indian Rocks Beach will be providing free sand and sandbags for IRB residents. Proof of residency is required (Driver’s License or Utility Bill).  Distribution is limited to twenty bags per address and are available on a first come, first served basis. A self-serve…

  • Upcoming IRB Nature Preserve Boardwalk Closure

    Upcoming IRB Nature Preserve Boardwalk Closure

    The City of Indian Rocks Beach Nature Preserve Boardwalk will close August 5, 2024, for rehabilitation. The construction project involves the reconstruction of approximately 1700 linear feet of the Boardwalk. The IRB Nature Preserve Boardwalk was opened in the year 2000 and has become a scenic landmark for the City of IRB. The closure of…

  • Press Release-Don’t Blow It

    Press Release-Don’t Blow It

    The City of Indian Rocks Beach Reminds Everyone DON’T BLOW IT! Don’t let illegal fireworks ruin your 4th of July The fourth of July is a time to celebrate with family and friends.  No matter how great the party is, it is illegal to violate the City of Indian Rocks Beach City Code, Pinellas County…

  • 2024-25 Proposed Budget

    2024-25 Proposed Budget

    The City of Indian Rocks Beach releases the 2024-25 Proposed Budget. The proposed budget document can be viewed below. For further information, please contact the City of Indian Rocks Beach at (727) 595-2517.

  • City Manager Releases Proposed Updates to the Capital Improvement Plan 2025-2029

    City Manager Releases Proposed Updates to the Capital Improvement Plan 2025-2029

    The City of Indian Rocks Beach City Manager released the proposed updates for the City of Indian Rocks Beach Capital Improvement Plan 2025-2029. The proposed updates and budget calendar are available for public review on the link below. For further information, please contact the City of Indian Rocks Beach at (727) 595-2517

  • Press Release Regarding Opposition to SB 280

    Press Release Regarding Opposition to SB 280

    City of Indian Rocks Beach Files Objection to Florida Senate Bill 280/House Bill 1537 For several years the City of Indian Rocks Beach has objected to proposed legislation that negatively impacts home rule in Florida. This year is no exception. Today the City of Indian Rocks Beach once again objected to Senate Bill 280. The…

  • Press Release

    Press Release

    On January 1, 2024, at approximately 12:15 AM, a large fire was lit on the beach within the City of Indian Rocks Beach. Public Safety Officials including the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, Indian Rocks Beach Code Enforcement, and Pinellas Suncoast Fire Rescue responded. Upon arrival, it was determined that a large number of Christmas trees…

  • Press Release-Sandbags

    Sandbags can be obtained at certain times prior to anticipated flooding. Please note that sandbags are only recommended for residents who may experience minor flooding from rainfall. Sandbags will not protect against storm surge from the intracoastal or Gulf waters. The City of Indian Rocks Beach encourages residents and businesses to reuse clean sandbags and…

  • Press Release-Beach Accesses

    Due to Hurricane Idalia the City of Indian Rocks Beach has experienced heavy erosion along the beach and dunes. As a result, many of our beach accesses remain closed. The City, in conjunction with Pinellas County, is looking into repair and reconstruction options. The City has issued a purchase order to a contractor to repair…