What is the Big C?

The BIG C, incorporated in 1990, is a governmental council including eleven municipalities residing on the west coast of Florida, from St. Pete Beach to Clearwater.

Our Barrier Islands

City of Belleair Beach, Town of Belleair Shore, City of Clearwater, City of Indian Rocks Beach, Town of Indian Shores, City of Madeira Beach, Town of North Redington Beach, Town of Redington Beach, Town of Redington Shores, City of St. Pete Beach, and City of Treasure Island.

Why does the BIG C Exist?

To stimulate communications between the barrier islands cities to focus on problems common to all, including but not limited to: tourism, recycling, public transportation, beach preservation, renourishment and access, marine environment, air and water quality, public safety, density management, waterway regulation, taxation based on permanent residents and average transient population, to unite and be able to have one voice addressing the County, State and Federal governments while respecting the individuality of each city.


We invite you to become acquainted with and participate in the BIG C.

• Barrier Islands Governmental Council (BIG C) website
• Your BIG C Representatives
• 2023 BIG C Meeting Schedule (pdf)  (meetings open to the public)