Public Safety Committee


Responsibilities

The Public Safety Committee shall address any safety and transportation issues specifically assigned to the Committee by the Town Council for the purpose of the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of and visitors to the Town of Fort Myers Beach. The Committee shall review, discuss and evaluate the most significant safety and transportation issues within the Town. The Committee shall utilize methods that include, but are not limited to, public participation and forums.


Meetings

Public Safety typically meets the third Tuesday of the month at 9:00 in Council Chambers at Town Hall.

*Meetings are subject to change; please refer to the agendas posted on Town's Website.

Members

  • Dawn Thomas, Chair - term expires October 2026
  • Keran Farrell, Vice Chair - term expires October 2026
  • Ron Benak - term expires October 2027
  • Todd Capela - term expires October 2027
  • Karin DiMichele - term expires October 2026
  • Fredrick Kanehl - term expires October 2027
  • VACANT - term expires October 2027

Staff Liaison

Rileigh Baker

Council Liaison

Dan Allers 


We strive everyday to keep Fort Myers Beach safe for our residents and guests.  However, we are always interested in learning about areas where we can improve. Please help us by completing a brief 5 question survey on what you believe the FMB Public Safety Committee can focus on to increase safety for everyone: Public Safety Committee Survey

Visit the Town's public safety awareness page.

To read the agenda for upcoming meetings, please click on the meeting on the Town Calendar: