City of Destin Council to Utilize Communications Media Technology for May 17th Council Meeting

Destin, FL. – On Monday, October 19th, 2020, the Destin City Council unanimously approved Resolution 20-28 – which provides for Uniform Rules When Using Communications Media Technology When a Physical Quorum of the City Council is Pres...

City of Destin to Host Crosstown Connector Workshop

Destin, Fla. – The Destin City Council will host a workshop to discuss the Crosstown Connector on Monday, May 10^th from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The workshop will take place at the Destin City Hall Annex Council Chambers, located at 4100 Indian Bayou Trail....

City of Destin to Host Adult Kickball League

Destin, FL. – The City of Destin’s Summer Adult Kickball League will begin on Monday, June 21st, 2021, at Morgan’s Sports Center. The league is for ages 17+. A mandatory captain’s meeting will be held on June 7th, 2...

City of Destin to Host Community Yard Sale

Destin, FL. – The Destin Community Center will host a community yard sale on Saturday, May 22^nd, 2021, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For those interested in participating in the event there is a $15 sign-up fee for Destin residents and $20 for no...

City of Destin Accepting Applications for Interim Appointment to the Destin City Council

Destin, Fla. – The City of Destin is now accepting applications for interim appointment to the Destin City Council. The Destin City Council will appoint one person on an interim basis to fill the Council seat that was vacated on April 30^th, 2021...

City of Destin to Host Summer Adult Basketball League

Destin, FL. – The City of Destin’s Summer Adult Basketball League will begin on Tuesday, June 1^st, 2021, at the Destin Community Center. The league is for ages 17+. A mandatory captain’s meeting will be held on May 1...

City of Destin to Host Kids Summer Day Camp

Destin, FL. – A summer day camp will be offered June 14^th thru August 6^th, 2021, at the Destin Community Center, located at 101 Stahlman Avenue, for children ages 5 to 12. Camp times are from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday and lunch ...

City of Destin Council and Staff Bid Farewell to Councilman Skip Overdier

Destin, Fla. – Councilman Skip Overdier resigned on April 30th, 2021, from the Destin City Council, due to selling his home within the city limits of Destin and will relocate to Texas. Overdier was elected to the city council in 2018 and served ...

City of Destin Community Development Department Resume Normal Operating Hours

City of Destin to Host Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Ceremony of Captain Leonard Destin Park

Destin, FL. – Destin’s Mayor, City Council, staff, and special guests will host a ribbon cutting and grand opening of Destin’s newest park, Captain Leonard Destin, on Thursday, May 13^th, 2021, at 10 a.m. Named after the origi...

City of Destin Leave No Trace Challenge

Destin, Fla. – On April 22^nd, City of Destin staff took a few moments out of their day and collected and hauled away 20 bags filled with cigarette butts, business signs, take out trash, beer bottles/cans, and car parts, in honor of Earth Day. St...

The Art of Melody Bogle on Display at the Destin Library

Destin, FL. – During the month of May, the expressive pastel work of artist Melody Bogle is on display at the Destin Library. Come take a tour through her land and seascapes as you browse the stacks.        &a...

Storytime is Back Live at the Destin Library

Destin, FL. – Cuddlers and Toddlers Storytime is live on the lawn at the Destin Library Thursday, May 13th, 20th, and 27th at 10:30 a.m. as weather permits. Bring your own chair or blanket to sit on the grass while Miss Laura reads picture books...

The Destin Garden Club’s Plant Sale Returns

Destin, FL. – The Destin Garden Club proudly presents their annual Plant Sale on May 1^st, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to noon on the grounds of the Destin Library. The plants for sale will include many from garden club members with a focus on Florida f...

City of Destin Embarks on Harbor Capacity Study

Destin, Fla. – The Destin City Council has authorized that the City of Destin partner with the Army Corps of Engineers to undertake a Destin Harbor Capacity Study. The City’s Comprehensive Plan envisions the Harbor area to be a "f...

Sew Spring Crafts at the Destin Library

Destin, Fla. – Celebrate Spring and learn a useful skill with the Sew Springs Crafts Beanstack Challenge presented by the Destin Library. From March 29^th to May 23^rd have fun learning basic sewing stitches while creating a new Spring-themed craf...

May 2021 Council Updates

All City Council meetings may be viewed at www.youtube.com/cityofdestin. May 3rd Council Meeting Recap

Proclamation - Food For Thought Day: The Mayor Pro Tem read the Proclamation recognizing May 18, 2021 as Food for Thought Day, and then presented it to M...

City of Destin Accepting Applications for Interim Appointment to the Destin City Council

Destin, Fla. – The City of Destin is now accepting applications for interim appointment to the Destin City Council. The Destin City Council will appoint one person on an interim basis to fill the Council seat that was vacated on April 30^th, 2021...

City of Destin Council and Staff Bid Farewell to Councilman Skip Overdier

Destin, Fla. – Councilman Skip Overdier resigned on April 30th, 2021, from the Destin City Council, due to selling his home within the city limits of Destin and will relocate to Texas. Overdier was elected to the city council in 2018 and served ...

April 2021 Council Updates

All City Council meetings may be viewed at www.youtube.com/cityofdestin. April 5th Council Meeting RecapFunding Request from Emerald Coast Fitness Foundation: 5-1, motion passed to direct the City Manager to coordinate with the City’s F...

March 2021 Council Updates

All City Council meetings may be viewed at www.youtube.com/cityofdestin.

March 1st Council Meeting Recap

City Manager Report:

FY 2020 Annual Audit and Financial Statements: 7-0, motion passed.

EFPR Group Engagement Letter for FY2021 Audit: 7-0, motion passed ...

Gateway to Crystal Beach

Acquiring public beach is the Destin City Council’s top priority in the City’s 2020 strategic plan. We started with $2 million and now have over $22 million committed, with most of the funding coming from tourist dollars. We’ve achieved great success in a...