WELCOME
Welcome to the official website for the Palms of Terra Ceia Bay Community Development District (CDD). This site is funded by the CDD in an effort to help educate the general public about the services provided by the District and to highlight the other agencies involved in the day-to-day operations of the community. Palms of Terra Ceia Bay CDD (the "District") Disclosure: Please be advised that "the District', a local unit of special purpose government created under Florida law, has constructed and is responsible for the maintenance of certain improvements, infrastructure, and facilities within the community. The District financed this construction through the sale of tax-exempt bonds, a form of public financing. As a result, and in accordance with applicable federal and state law, all District owned improvements, infrastructure, and facilities are and shall remain open and accessible to the general public. Should you have any questions on this matter or any other general District issue, please feel free to contact the District Manager.
February 10, 2026
The CDD held its regular meeting at 2 PM, February 10, 2025, at the Club House.
The Board tabled discussion of financing options as the bank was working on the assumption that the District was receiving FEMA monies to repair the pier, so financing costs were incorrect. District Manager, Amanda Ferguson, will bring options to the Board at the March meeting.
The mangroves have been trimmed, and pepper tree invasion was discussed with Suncoast (our trimmer), who said they are not a problem right now, but could be in the future; but we have some time to act on them. They can’t just be cut down; they have to be removed by the roots so as not to spread. We will table this item for now, but will put it in the budget for removal in the future. Suncoast also said they would remove the large debris from the mangroves if we provide a dumpster for them. The Board accepted this proposition, and Suncoast will be given the go-ahead.
Amanda reported that the resident gate arm that was replaced earlier this year will be paid for by the person (not a resident) who intentionally broke it. The person was located by the police after a video of the action had been provided to them. The exit gate arm has also been repaired.
Paint color renditions of the gatehouse will be provided to the Board for discussion and approval next month.
Foster Consulting brought a proposal to the Board to provide construction oversight services for the Pier Project, which will begin in June. The Board accepted this proposal.
Residents met Alan Spillar, our new Gatehouse Attendant, at the February meeting. Alan is at the gatehouse Monday through Saturday, 9-1 p.m. Please stop by and say “hi”.
Henry’s last day is Tuesday, February 24. That date will be your last chance to say goodbye. Henry has been a real asset to this community, and he will be missed.
Don’t forget, Seats 1 – Duane Swetland, 3 - Jerry Barkholz, and 5 – Judi O’Connor are up in November 2026. The deadline for applying is early June. If you have any interest in running and would like more information, please contact Amanda Ferguson, our District Manager with GMS at (813) 344-4844, ext. 102.
Thank you for attending our meetings; we appreciate your support. Our next meeting will be on February 10, 2026, at 2 PM in the clubhouse. We certainly hope you can make it.
Judi O’Connor, Vice Chairman
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Gatehouse Information
Gatehouse Staff Hours: Phone Number (941) 721-9196
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Please allow as much as 30 minutes for processing and obtaining a new gate pass. Gate passes are $30 each and we accept cash or check for payment. If you are a new resident, please make sure you bring your purchase or rent agreement on your first visit. We will need this in order to show that you are a legitimate resident of the neighborhood and we will make a copy of it for our files.
