Atlantic Beach public meetings in 2022
73 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Atlantic Beach Community Development Board will consider two requests: a variance to allow a 200-square-foot sign at 1021 Atlantic Boulevard, exceeding the 100-square-foot limit, and a use-by-exception to permit on-premises alcohol consumption at 705 Atlantic Boulevard, Unit #20. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its November 15, 2022 meeting.
- Variance request ZVAR22-0019 for a 200 sq ft sign at 1021 Atlantic Boulevard (applicant: Nicholas Georgas, South Water Signs)
- Use-by-exception UBEX22-0009 for on-premises alcohol consumption at 705 Atlantic Boulevard, Unit #20 (applicant: Hailey Guiette)
- Approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 regular meeting
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will review and approve the November minutes, hear reports from subcommittees, and discuss the city's LEED Gold certification. They will also consider the Community Action Plan priorities for 2023, a proposal for working groups and subject matter experts, and a monthly speaker series. The meeting includes public comment and is open to residents.
- LEED Gold certification final report and city celebration on Jan. 23rd at 6pm
- 2023 Monarch Butterfly pledge
- S&R Community Action Plan priorities summary
- Proposal for working groups and subject matter experts
- ESC Monthly Speaker Series notice
Arts, Recreation, and Culture Committee
The Arts, Recreation, and Culture Committee is reviewing updates on the Jordan Community Center, the Artisan's Faire, and the Holiday Tree Lighting. Members will also discuss brainstorming a new wishlist and creating a comprehensive inventory of city events and programs.
- Jordan Community Center report
- Artisan's Faire update
- Holiday Tree Lighting update
- Grant application, process and scoring workshop scheduled for March 28, 2023
- Proposed wishlist brainstorming
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will hear reports on recent storm impacts from Hurricanes Ian and Nicole, the city's vulnerability assessment and adaptation plan, and beach renourishment scheduling. They will also consider several resolutions, including a $35,650 equipment purchase and an interlocal agreement for 911 medical instruction services. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and a 90-day calendar, plus a proposed rule on meeting conduct.
- Resolution 22-86: authorize $35,650 purchase of Wedgewater Sieve Static Screen Cabinet from Gravity Flow Systems
- Resolution 22-79: interlocal agreement with Jacksonville Fire Rescue for 911 medical instruction services
- Resolution 22-82: extend Suzanne Green's term as Special Magistrate for one year
- Report on storm impacts and resiliency planning, including beach renourishment schedule
- Proposed Sec. 2-19 rules of conduct and procedure at meetings
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will hold public hearings and final readings on three ordinances: repealing and replacing the loitering ordinance, amending the FY 2021-22 operating budget, and amending traffic and wrecker service regulations. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a homeless services grant discussion, and the swearing-in of new commissioners.
- Ordinance 57-22-24: Repealing and replacing loitering ordinance (Section 13-2)
- Ordinance 20-22-166: Amending FY 2021-22 operating budget
- Ordinance 75-22-28: Amending parking and wrecker service regulations
- Homeless Services Grant discussion (Mayor Glasser)
- Oaths of office for new commissioners: Candace Kelly, Jessica Ring, Curtis Ford
General Employees' Pension Board of Trustees
The General Employees' Pension Board of Trustees will review third-quarter investment performance, discuss changing the target rate of return on investments, and consider liquidating assets to cover benefit payments and administrative costs. The board will also approve minutes from the August 11, 2022 meeting and handle routine items such as meeting dates for 2023 and status changes for a retiree and a resigned board member.
- Discussion on changing the target rate of return on investments
- Discussion of liquidating assets to cover benefit payments and administrative costs
- Recap of investment performance for period ended September 30, 2022
- Approve minutes of August 11, 2022 regular meeting
- Change in status: Timmy Johnson retired; Nick Kenyon resigned
Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees
The Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees will review investment performance and fund balances for the quarter ending September 30, 2022, and discuss changing the target rate of return. The board will also approve minutes from the August 11, 2022 meeting and set 2023 meeting dates.
- Discussion on changing the target rate of return
- Recap of investment performance for period ended September 30, 2022
- Expenditure and Fund Balance reports for period ended September 30, 2022
- Approval of minutes from August 11, 2022 meeting
- Set 2023 meeting dates: Feb 9, May 11, Aug 10, Nov 9
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will consider a variance for tree mitigation at 1440 Beach Avenue and a use-by-exception request for Mayport Brewing Company, LLC. The brewery seeks to allow live entertainment and on-premises alcohol consumption at 660 Mayport Road and 25 West 6th Street.
- Variance request for 1440 Beach Avenue regarding shade tree requirements
- Use-by-exception request for 660 Mayport Road & 25 West 6th Street (Mayport Brewing Company, LLC)
- Approval of October 18, 2022, meeting minutes
Regular City Commission
The City Commission will consider several resolutions for purchasing police radios, fleet vehicles, and utility trucks. The meeting also includes public hearings for land use amendments and rezoning, as well as a discussion on repairs for the Dutton Island Fishing Pier.
- Rezoning lands from Residential Medium Density to Commercial
- Rezoning lands from Residential General Two-Family to Commercial General
- Resolution to repair Dutton Island Fishing Pier via Hager Construction Company
- Resolution to purchase police radios and fleet vehicles
- Resolution to purchase three new trucks for the Public Works Department
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will meet to approve October minutes, hear public comment, and set 2023 priorities. Reports from outreach, tree, and sustainability subcommittees will be given, along with updates on community composting, a butterfly/monarch pledge for 2023, a heritage tree on 19th St., and grants.
- Approve minutes of October 12, 2022 meeting
- 2023 priorities discussion
- Community composting update
- Butterfly/Monarch Pledge 2023
- Heritage Tree on south side of 19th St. between Sherry Dr. and Hickory St.
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing to address three code enforcement cases, including an old business case involving an unpermitted shed at 94 W 13th Street and two new cases at 67 Coral Street and 148 Magnolia Street. The meeting will also include approval of the September 1, 2022 minutes and administration of oaths.
- Case 21-037: Unpermitted shed at 94 W 13th Street; permit expired, variance denied, possible fines if not resolved by January meeting
- Case 22-054: New case for Robert Joseph Williams Jr at 67 Coral Street
- Case 22-065: New case for Bruce Mackenzie at 148 Magnolia Street
- Approval of minutes from September 1, 2022 meeting
Board Member Review Committee (BMRC)
The Board Member Review Committee will consider reappointing Jeff Newman to the General Employees' Pension Board and John Miller to the Police Officers' Pension Board, whose terms expire December 31, 2022. They will also interview four applicants for the Community Development Board and the Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee, then make appointment recommendations. The meeting includes approval of the March 30, 2022 minutes and public comment.
- Reappointment consideration for Jeff Newman (General Employees' Pension Board) and John Miller (Police Officers' Pension Board)
- Interviews for Angela Farford, Hillary Hickam, John Payne (CARAC and CDB), and Harold Gear (CDB)
- Recommendations for appointments to Community Development Board and Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee
- Approval of minutes from March 30, 2022 BMRC meeting
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will hold public hearings and take final action on an ordinance prohibiting smoking in city parks and beaches, and will also hold first readings on a land use change and rezoning for a property. The commission will also consider resolutions on a sustainability plan, employee health insurance renewal, and a 5% salary increase for the city manager and city clerk. A presentation on transit services and a property exchange are also on the agenda.
- Ordinance No. 95-22-122: final reading to ban smoking in city parks and beaches, with penalties
- Ordinance No. 90-22-248: first reading to change future land use from Residential Medium Density to Commercial
- Ordinance No. 90-22-249: first reading to rezone from Residential General Two-Family to Commercial General
- Resolution No. 22-75: 5% salary increase for city manager and city clerk, retroactive to Oct. 1, 2022
- Resolution No. 22-73: adopting 2050 Sustainability and Resiliency Community Action Plan
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will consider a variance request from Florida Turf Company, Inc. to exceed the required 10-foot buffer strip for a dumpster and screening fence at 1985 Mayport Road. The board will also approve minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting. Public comment will be heard.
- Variance request ZVAR22-0017 to exceed 10-foot buffer for dumpster and screening fence at 1985 Mayport Road
- Approval of minutes from September 20, 2022 regular meeting
- Public comment period
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will review minutes, hear subcommittee reports, and discuss extending the Selva Preserve trail through Selva Lakes. The meeting includes updates on the Sustainability and Resiliency Community Action Plan and public comment opportunities.
- Extension of Selva Preserve trail through Selva Lakes
- Sustainability and Resiliency Subcommittee report on Community Action Plan community input meetings
- Approval of September 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Outreach and Tree Subcommittee reports
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will vote on several items, including a proposed ordinance to ban smoking in city parks and beaches, a resolution to fund local nonprofits, and a discussion on e-bike regulations. They will also review reports on Hurricane Ian recovery and water treatment plant upgrades.
- Ordinance No. 95-22-122: Prohibits smoking in city parks and beaches, with penalties (first reading)
- Resolution No. 22-69: Authorizes FY 2022-23 funding for arts, culture, and recreation nonprofits
- Resolution No. 22-71: Extends auditor contract with Purvis Gray & Company for two years ($50,000 in FY 2022-23, $52,000 in FY 2023-24)
- Resolution No. 22-72: Authorizes application for Urban and Community Grant from Florida Department of Agriculture
- Discussion of e-bikes and potential regulations
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission is meeting to take action on several resolutions and ordinances, including approving new 2022-2025 contracts for the police and blue-collar unions, adopting the FY 2022/2023 operating budget and setting the property tax millage rate. They will also consider resolutions for a one-time leave cash-in program, Resilient Florida funding, a Justice Assistance Grant, construction easements, a tangible personal property tax audit, a professional services agreement, and bids for water treatment plant upgrades and Dutton Island culvert refurbishment. The agenda includes a public hearing on the millage rate and final reading of the budget ordinance.
- Resolution 22-47: Approve new 2022-2025 Coastal Florida Police Benevolent Association contract
- Resolution 22-48: Approve new 2022-2025 LIUNA 'Blue Collar' union contract
- Resolution 22-54: Public hearing on adopting the FY 2022/2023 property tax millage rate
- Ordinance 20-22-165: Final reading to adopt the FY 2022/2023 operating budget
- Resolution 22-66: Authorize $44,275.56 for Langton Associates professional services
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will hold a public hearing on five requests: variances for a motorized pergola at 1858 Beachside Court, an existing unpermitted shed at 94 West 13th Street, and a building restriction line at 720 Bonita Road; a use-by-exception for on-premises alcohol consumption at 60 Ocean Boulevard; and a Future Land Use Map amendment for 51 West 7th Street. The board will also approve minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting. Decisions will be made after staff reports and public comment.
- Variance to reduce rear yard setback for motorized pergola at 1858 Beachside Court (ZVAR22-0012)
- Variance to exceed maximum shed height for existing unpermitted shed at 94 West 13th Street (ZVAR22-0014)
- Variance to platted Building Restriction Line at 720 Bonita Road (ZVAR22-0015)
- Use-by-exception for on-premises alcohol consumption at 60 Ocean Boulevard (UBEX22-0007)
- FLUM amendment from Residential to Commercial at 51 West 7th Street (REZN22-0002/COMP22-0001)
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC) voted to recommend that the City Commission prohibit smoking in all parks and on all beaches, including beach accesses where state law allows. The committee also discussed survey results regarding the Community Action Plan and reviewed a Boy Scout Eagle Project proposal for a Gaga ball pit at Jack Russell Park.
- Recommendation to prohibit smoking in all city parks
- Recommendation to prohibit smoking on all beaches and beach accesses
- Support for a Boy Scout Eagle Project to build a Gaga ball pit at Jack Russell Park
- Presentation of Community Action Plan survey results from 378 respondents
- Tree subcommittee report on expanding tree protection during construction
Regular City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing and first reading regarding the adoption of the final operating budget and tentative millage rate for fiscal year 2022/2023. The meeting also includes discussions on stormwater improvements, a splash pad, and a presentation regarding beach smoking ordinances.
- Public hearing on the FY 2022/2023 operating budget and tentative millage rate
- Resolution 22-55: Interlocal agreement for distribution of opioid litigation settlement proceeds
- Resolution 22-62: Awarding bid for the Selva Marina force main extension
- Resolution 22-56: Multi-year contract for janitorial services
- Resolution 22-57: Multi-year contract for street sweeping/vacuuming
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate
The Atlantic Beach Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on September 1, 2022, to address three code enforcement cases. The board will review old business involving an unpermitted shed at 94 W 13th St and a property at 1251 Tulip St, plus new business for a case at 1448 Camelia St. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and administration of oath.
- Case 21-037: Unpermitted shed at 94 W 13th St, owner Peter Havens, permit expired after failed inspection for exceeding 12-foot height limit
- Case 21-052: Brenda Page, 1251 Tulip St, continued from July 7 hearing for work plan completion within 60 days
- Case 22-029: Matthew Blakely et al, 1448 Camelia St, new business hearing
- Approval of minutes from July 7, 2022 regular meeting
Budget Workshop
The Atlantic Beach City Commission is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget. The agenda includes an overview of the budget, detailed discussions of the sewer and water utility funds, and the remaining general fund departments. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting is live-streamed.
- Budget overview presentation (pages 3-20)
- Public Utilities: Sewer Utility Fund and Water Utility Fund review (pages 21-27)
- Remaining General Fund departments review (pages 29-35)
- Public comment period
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will discuss paid parking at the 18th and 19th Street beach accesses, following earlier direction to pursue kiosks. They will also consider a leave cash-in policy, a proposed resolution (22-52), and a final reading of an ordinance updating park rule enforcement. Several routine items, including minutes approval and a financial report, are on the consent agenda.
- Discussion on paid parking at 18th and 19th beach accesses
- Discussion on leave cash-in policy
- Resolution 22-52 (proposed, details in packet)
- Ordinance 95-22-121: repealing and replacing Section 5-33 on park rules enforcement and trespass warnings
- Resolution 22-50: purchase of 2023 International MV607 clam truck with grapple loader
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will consider two deferred items: a variance to reduce the rear yard setback for a second-story addition at 1822 Seminole Road, and a use-by-exception for on-premises alcohol consumption at Grey Matter Distillery at 1221 Mayport Road. It will also hear a new variance request to reduce the required distance between structures for an existing shed at 364 4th Street. The board will also approve minutes from the July 19 meeting.
- Variance to reduce rear yard setback for second-story addition at 1822 Seminole Road (ZVAR22-0009)
- Use-by-exception for on-premises alcohol consumption at Grey Matter Distillery, 1221 Mayport Road (UBEX22-0006)
- Variance to reduce distance between structures for shed at 364 4th Street (ZVAR22-0011)
- Approve minutes of July 19, 2022 CDB meeting
Budget Workshop
The City Commission is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget of $59,964,442, a 0.68% decrease from the amended FY22 budget. Key topics include a proposed property tax rate of 3.2285 mills (requiring a two-thirds vote) or a lower rate, salary increases for police and other employees, and departmental budgets for Public Works, Finance, and Recreation. The meeting is for discussion, not final adoption.
- Proposed millage rate 3.2285, generating $7,769,175 in tax levy; lower rates require majority or two-thirds vote
- 10% wage increase for police officers, 17% for command staff, 23% for emergency communications operators
- 5% wage increase for general employees and 7.5% increase in health insurance
- Public Works capital projects include $2,566,890 for Donner Rd Phase II, $400,000 for milling & paving, $350,000 for Ahern Street sidewalk
- Better Jax Fund projects include $300,000 for Dutton Island bridge replacement and $80,000 for Dutton Island fishing pier structural repair
Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees
The Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees will review investment performance for the quarter ending June 30, 2022, and discuss the effect of changing the target rate of return on investments. They will also consider a disability retirement application and the proposed FY2023 pension budget. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving expenditure and fund balance reports.
- Recap of investment performance for period ended June 30, 2022
- Discussion of changing target rate of return on investments
- Application for Disability Retirement
- FY2023 Proposed Police Officers' Pension Budget
- Approve minutes of May 12, 2022 meeting
General Employees' Pension Board of Trustees
The General Employees' Pension Board of Trustees will review investment performance for the quarter ending June 30, 2022, discuss the effect of changing the target rate of return, and consider the proposed FY2023 pension budget. The board will also approve minutes from the May 12 meeting and hear a report from its attorney.
- Recap of investment performance for period ended June 30, 2022
- Discussion on changing target rate of return on investments
- Proposed FY2023 General Employees' Pension Budget
- Expenditure and fund balance reports for period ended June 30, 2022
- Approval of minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will review requests for a Boy Scout Eagle project (GaGa ball pit at Jack Russell Park) and a Girl Scout Gold Award pollinator garden, discuss a potential smoking ban in parks/beaches, and consider a carbon pricing resolution. The committee will also hear reports on the beach litter basket update and subcommittees.
- Boy Scout Eagle Project Request - GaGa ball pit at Jack Russell Park
- Girl Scout Gold Award Project - Pollinator garden
- Smoking ban in parks/beaches discussion
- Carbon Pricing Resolution
- Beach Litter Basket Update
Regular City Commission
The City Commission will review the Main Street Traffic Calming implementation plan and receive an update on paid parking for 18th and 19th Streets. The meeting also includes a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Audit Report and progress on the Lifeguard Station renovation.
- Main Street Traffic Calming (Complete Streets Implementation Plan Option 3)
- Paid Parking update for 18th and 19th Streets
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Audit Report
- Lifeguard Station renovation progress
- Resolution 22-46 regarding an easement agreement with Equity One (Florida Portfolio) LLC
Budget Workshop
The Atlantic Beach City Commission is holding a budget workshop to discuss the FY 2022-2023 budget. Topics include ad valorem taxes, other general fund revenues, salary increases, and the proposed FY2023 police budget. The meeting is a discussion and workshop, not a final vote on the budget.
- Discussion of ad valorem (property) tax rates for FY 2022-2023
- Review of other General Fund revenue sources
- Discussion of proposed salary increases for city staff
- Review of the proposed FY2023 Police Department budget
Environmental Stewardship Committee Tree Subcommittee
The Tree Subcommittee is reviewing an appeal regarding mitigation requirements for tree removal at 2341 Fiddlers Lane. Following a previous request to inspect a tree stump for decay, the subcommittee must now decide whether to approve or deny the applicant's appeal based on new findings.
- Appeal TREE22-0019 regarding tree removal mitigation at 2341 Fiddlers Lane
- Review of mitigation assessment for Tree #2
- Discussion of tree species identification for Tree #9
- Review of replacement species requirements
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will vote on resolutions to authorize design services for Ahern Street improvements and to recruit an in-house city attorney with support staff. They will also hear reports on hurricane preparedness, a draft public works capital outlay, and paid parking at 18th and 19th beach access, and consider consent items including a 9-1-1 interlocal agreement with Jacksonville.
- Resolution 22-44: Authorize task authorization to Crawford, Murphy & Tilly for design/engineering of two conceptual alternatives for Ahern St improvements
- Resolution 22-45: Approve recruitment of in-house city attorney and support staff
- Consent: Approve 9-1-1 Interlocal Agreement with City of Jacksonville for FY 2021-2022 call taker salary funds
- Report: Hurricane Preparedness 2022 overview
- Report: Draft Public Works Capital Outlay
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board is reviewing requests for property variances and a use-by-exception for alcohol consumption. Items include a second-story addition setback, tree mitigation reductions, and on-premises alcohol consumption at 1221 Mayport Road.
- Variance request for a second-story addition setback at 1822 Seminole Road
- Variance request to reduce tree removal mitigation at 2239 Barefoot Trace
- Use-by-exception for on-premises alcohol consumption at 1221 Mayport Road
- Approval of June 21, 2022, meeting minutes
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will discuss updates on a tree canopy assessment software (Plan-it Geo), review a draft Chemical Management Plan, and consider a smoking ban in parks/beaches. They will also hear reports from subcommittees and staff, including a possible heritage tree nomination at Bull Park.
- Plan-it Geo software: $5k for 1 year or $12k for 3 years for canopy assessment; $4k for 1 year or $10k for 3 years for inventory tracking; $9k total for 1 year or $22k for 3 years for both
- Review of draft Chemical Management Plan
- Smoking ban in parks/beaches (HB 105)
- Heritage tree nomination at Bull Park
- Promotion for Brian Broedell to Principal Planner and Environmental Coordinator
Regular City Commission
The City Commission will discuss dog tethering research, Main Street Complete Streets, and updates on paid parking at 18th and 19th Beach Access. The body will also consider a resolution to add paid parental leave as a city benefit for eligible employees.
- Resolution 22-43: Adding paid parental leave as a city benefit
- Dog Tethering Research discussion
- Main Street Complete Streets update
- Paid Parking 18th and 19th Beach Access update
- City Attorney Survey Results
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate met to address several outstanding code violation cases. The session included reviewing old business regarding pool safety and property maintenance, as well as new business items.
- Case 21-087: Motion to stay enforcement of January 6, 2022, order granted
- Case 20-154: Respondent fined $100.00 per day for violations of Sec. 24-157 and Sec. 24-17
- Case 21-061: Respondent found to have corrected violations; no further action required
- Case 18-293: Continuance granted for Ryant Vriga regarding pool fence requirements
- Case 21-188 and 22-008: Listed as new business for discussion
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will meet to consider several items, including a presentation of a $500,000 check for Phase III of Aquatic Gardens, a report on paid parking at 18th and 19th beach accesses, and a resolution to approve cultural arts grant applications. They will also hold a public hearing on a plat approval for properties on Francis Avenue. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and acknowledging the monthly financial report.
- Presentation of $500,000 check for Phase III of Aquatic Gardens
- Paid parking at 18th and 19th beach accesses
- Resolution No. 22-42: Approving Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee grant applications
- Public hearing for plat approval at 1964 and 1980 Francis Avenue (PLAT22-0001)
- Benefit Enhancement Recommendations 2022
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will consider three requests: two variances for property modifications and one use-by-exception for alcohol and live entertainment. The board will also approve minutes from the May 17 meeting. No other major actions are listed.
- Variance to reduce side yard setback at 122 6th Street (ZVAR22-0007)
- Variance to rebuild fence within 10 feet of side yard at 190 Club Drive (ZVAR22-0008)
- Use-by-exception for on-premises alcohol and live entertainment at 660 Mayport Road (UBEX22-0005)
- Approve minutes of May 17, 2022 regular meeting
Environmental Stewardship Committee Tree Subcommittee
The Tree Subcommittee will deliberate on two appeals regarding a tree removal permit at 2341 Fiddlers Lane. The applicant is contesting staff's requirement for mitigation on one specific tree and seeking to use red maples as replacement species instead of oaks.
- Appeal of mitigation assessment for Tree #2 (a 19-inch laurel oak)
- Appeal of required replacement species for maritime trees
- Proposed removal of nine out of ten trees on the subject property
- Review of arborist reports from Chuck Lippi and Mike Huffman
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will vote on six resolutions awarding contracts for road milling and paving, palm tree trimming, parking improvements at Donner Park, stormwater remediation on Pine Street, and chemical supplies for water treatment. They will also consider revised Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee grant applications and discuss paid parking on 18th and 19th Streets. The meeting includes approval of minutes from October 25, 2021, and a 90-day calendar.
- Resolution 22-36: Award bid for milling and paving 2022
- Resolution 22-37: Multi-year contract for palm tree trimming
- Resolution 22-38: Parking improvements at Donner Park (CDBG 20-21)
- Resolution 22-39: Pine Street stormwater remediation with Gruhn May, Inc.
- Resolution 22-40/41: Multi-year contracts for calcium hypochlorite and sulfur dioxide
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will review the 2021 Water Quality Report, discuss a proposed Chemical Management Plan, and consider a Request for Proposals for a tree inventory and canopy assessment. They will also hear updates on the Steward of the Environment Awards and subcommittee reports. The meeting includes approval of the May 11, 2022 minutes and public comment.
- 2021 Water Quality Report presented by Director of Public Utilities
- Proposed Chemical Management Plan discussion
- RFP for Tree Inventory and Canopy Assessment
- Steward of the Environment Awards update
- Approval of May 11, 2022 meeting minutes
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will meet to approve minutes from a January Town Hall, hear a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day, receive updates on capital improvements and the 90-day calendar, and consider reports from advisory committees. The agenda includes discussion of micromobility device regulations, which were a major topic at the prior Town Hall, but no formal action is listed on that item for this meeting.
- Approve minutes of January 22, 2022 Town Hall meeting
- National Gun Violence Awareness Day Proclamation
- 90-Day Calendar for June-August 2022
- Capital Improvements Update (Public Works, Public Utilities)
- Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee update and proposed changes to CARAC resolution
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board is reviewing a request from Oceanwalk HOA to increase pool fence height to eight feet for security. The Board is also considering a plat approval for properties on Francis Avenue.
- Variance request for 131 Oceanwalk Drive South to increase fence height to 8 feet
- Plat approval request for 1964-1980 Francis Avenue (Franklin Legal, PL)
- Oceanwalk HOA reports over $8,000 in property damage during the past 2 years
General Employees' Pension Board of Trustees
The General Employees' Pension Board of Trustees will review investment performance through March 31, 2022, and the Annual Actuarial Valuation Report from October 2021. The meeting also includes reports on fund expenditures and fund balances.
- Recap of investment performance for the period ended March 31, 2022
- Presentation of the Annual Actuarial Valuation Report as of October 1, 2021
- Expenditure report for the period ended March 31, 2022
- Fund balance report for the period ended March 31, 2022
Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review investment performance for the period ending March 31, 2022. The meeting includes a presentation of the Annual Actuarial Valuation Report and reports on fund expenditures and balances.
- Recap of investment performance for the period ended March 31, 2022
- Presentation of the Annual Actuarial Valuation Report as of October 1, 2021
- Expenditure report for the period ended March 31, 2022
- Fund balance report for the period ended March 31, 2022
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a review of the Tree Removal Permit Training Guide, the Steward of the Environment Awards, proposed meeting rule changes, and a pesticide action plan. They will also receive reports from subcommittees and staff on topics like a tree inventory and the Selva Preserve trail.
- Review of Tree Removal Permit Training Guide
- Steward of the Environment Awards (individual and business)
- ESC meeting rules change (revised 05.06.22)
- Pesticides info/action plan (Pesticide-Free AB 04.15.22)
- Tree Inventory BID using COJ template
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including rezoning land to multi-family residential, purchasing two parcels on Francis Avenue for $175,000, and authorizing design services for sidewalk improvements on Levy Road. The agenda also includes public hearings on fence height and stormwater waiver requests for the Francis Avenue properties, plus routine items like minutes approval and proclamations.
- Resolution 22-32: Authorize Hanson Professional Services for sidewalk design on Levy Road from Main Street to Mayport Road
- Resolution 22-34: Purchase three high-speed pumps from Tom Evans Environmental for $174,744
- Resolution 22-35: Acquire two sub-parcels (0.28 acres) at 1964 and 1980 Francis Avenue for $175,000 using Better Jacksonville sales tax proceeds
- Ordinance 90-22-247: Rezone lands from RS-1, RS-2, RG-M, and CG to RG-M (multi-family residential)
- Public hearings on waiver requests 22-0002 (fence height) and 22-0003 (stormwater retention) for Francis Avenue properties
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will meet to discuss old and new business regarding property violations. The agenda includes several cases involving unpermitted work, tree removal, and property maintenance.
- Case 21-087: Unpermitted removal of 20 trees at 342 19th St
- Case 20-154: Unpermitted structures at 1340 Violet St
- Case 21-061: Property cleanup at 1328 7th St
- Case 18-293: New business regarding 532 Atlantic Beach Ct
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a rezoning of properties to multi-family residential, a budget amendment, and resolutions approving labor and materials costs for new water services along Cavalla Road and sewer reconfiguration along Nantucket Avenue. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, proclamations, and reports.
- Resolution 22-30: Approve labor and materials costs for 12 new water services along Cavalla Road
- Resolution 22-31: Approve labor and materials costs to reconfigure 36 sewer services along Nantucket Avenue
- Ordinance 20-22-164: Amend operating budget for FY 2021-22
- Ordinance 90-22-247: Rezone lands from RS-1, RS-2, RG-M, CG to RG-M
- Proclamations for Municipal Clerks Week and Mayor's Monarch Pledge Day
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will consider three requests: a variance for an unpermitted deck and hot tub at 355 19th Street, and use-by-exceptions to allow alcohol consumption and live entertainment at 725 Atlantic Boulevard (Whiskey Jax) and 299 Atlantic Boulevard (AB Kitchen). The board will also approve minutes from the March 15 meeting.
- Variance ZVAR22-0005 at 355 19th Street to reduce side yard setbacks for an unpermitted deck and hot tub
- Use-by-exception UBEX22-0003 for Whiskey Jax at 725 Atlantic Boulevard, Suite 6 for on-premises alcohol and live entertainment
- Use-by-exception UBEX22-0004 for AB Kitchen at 299 Atlantic Boulevard, Suite 2 for on-premises alcohol
- Approval of March 15, 2022 meeting minutes
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will consider a proposal to recommend that the City Commission pass a resolution endorsing carbon pricing as part of federal climate legislation, hear a proposal for a trail through Selva Preserve, and discuss pesticide concerns. The committee will also review its 2022 priorities and consider changes to meeting rules.
- Public comment on Selva Preserve path proposal
- Public comment on pesticides
- Discussion of carbon pricing and what Atlantic Beach can do
- Review of ESC 2022 priorities
- Proposal on subject matter experts (SME) at meetings
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission is meeting to consider a 9% increase to the city's pay scale, effective immediately, and to introduce an ordinance amending the current fiscal year's operating budget. The agenda also includes reports on the 90-day calendar, comprehensive plan and land development amendments, a potential lifeguard station, and a water conservation proclamation.
- Resolution No. 22-28: 9% pay scale increase effective April 11, 2022
- Ordinance No. 20-22-164: budget amendment for FY 2021-2022
- Comprehensive Plan 2040 amendments
- Land Development Regulations amendments
- Potential lifeguard station discussion
Board Member Review Committee (BMRC)
The Board Member Review Committee will interview candidates for the Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee, Community Development Board, and Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees, then discuss and make recommendations. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and scheduling the next meeting.
- Interview Wally Sears for CARAC re-appointment
- Interview Ellen Golombek, Jon Farrin, Karen DeLoreto, John Miller for CDB and PBOT
- Discuss and recommend CARAC, CDB, and PBOT membership
- Approve minutes from Nov 30, 2021 and Feb 3, 2022 meetings
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will consider several items at its March 28, 2022 meeting, including a resolution to authorize a radio services agreement with Jacksonville for P25 communications, a public hearing on an ordinance amending traffic calming device regulations, and reports on JEA overhead-to-underground conversion, aquatic gardens and splash pad, and pay scale adjustments. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes and acknowledging the February financial report.
- Resolution 22-26: Authorize police department to enter P25 radio services agreement with City of Jacksonville
- Ordinance 75-22-27: Public hearing and final reading on amending Chapter 19, Section 19-6 (traffic calming devices)
- City Manager report: JEA overhead to underground conversion (Kurtis Wilson)
- City Manager report: Aquatic Gardens and Splash Pad
- City Manager report: Pay scale adjustments
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will hold a regular meeting to consider two new business items: a variance request to reduce required on-site stormwater storage at 2337 Seminole Road, and a rezoning request for 275 Sailfish Drive to align zoning with existing multi-family use. The board will also approve minutes from the February 15, 2022 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Variance request ZVAR22-0004 to reduce on-site stormwater storage at 2337 Seminole Road
- Rezoning request REZN22-0001 for 275 Sailfish Drive from RS-1, RS-2, RG-M, CG to RG-M (existing condition)
- Approval of minutes from February 15, 2022 regular meeting
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission is meeting to consider several resolutions and one ordinance. Key actions include authorizing design services for drainage improvements in the Mary Street area, awarding bids for City Hall roof replacement and water tower demolition, and a resolution supporting Ukraine. The commission will also introduce an ordinance amending traffic calming device regulations and discuss pay scale adjustments.
- Resolution 22-21: Authorize Hanson Professional Services for Mary Street drainage design
- Resolution 22-22: Award bid for asphalt shingle roof replacement at City Hall
- Resolution 22-23: Support Ukraine against Russian aggression
- Resolution 22-25: Award bid for WTP No. 1 elevated tower demolition
- Ordinance 75-22-27: Amend traffic calming device regulations (first reading)
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, hear public comments on climate change, pesticides, and Earth Day, and receive reports from subcommittees. They will discuss old business including the COAB Parks Assessment Plan, tree removal certification, Chapter 23 update, and 2022 priorities, plus new business on Earth Day, climate change, and the Selva Preserve Trail.
- Approve minutes of February 9, 2022 meeting
- Public comments: Adam Rosenblatt on climate change and carbon pricing, Emma Finn on pesticides, Theresa Rykaczewski on Earth Day
- Discussion of COAB Parks Assessment Plan
- Tree Removal Certification (formerly Tree Trimmer Guide)
- Earth Day 2022 planning
Environmental Stewardship Committee Tree Subcommittee
The Environmental Stewardship Committee Tree Subcommittee will meet to approve prior minutes and discuss two main items: Florida Senate Bill 518, which limits local government authority over residential tree pruning and removal, and a proposed arborist addendum to Chapter 23 of the city code. The addendum aims to strengthen local protections for the maritime canopy while complying with state law. The meeting is open to public comment.
- Discussion of Florida Senate Bill 518 (CS for SB 518), which would prohibit local governments from requiring permits or fees for tree removal on residential property if an arborist certifies the tree poses an unacceptable risk
- Review of proposed Arborist Addendum to Chapter 23, including requirements for photographic evidence and arborist reports within 3 business days of emergency tree removals
- Proposal to establish a list of approved arborists and tree service providers who understand Chapter 23 regulations
- Proposed fines for illegal tree removals: $500 for 8-14 inch trees, $1,000 for larger trees, $2,000 for heritage trees
- Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2022 Tree Subcommittee meeting
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate
The Atlantic Beach Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will meet to hear four code enforcement cases, including three old business items and one new case. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and administration of oath. Cases involve unpermitted structures, fences, and impervious surface violations at residential properties.
- Case 20-154: 1340 Violet St - unpermitted accessory buildings, fence, and concrete; stop work order issued
- Case 21-052: 1251 Tulip St - code enforcement case
- Case 21-061: 1328 7th St N - code enforcement case
- Case 21-154: 174 15th St - new business code enforcement case
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will consider several resolutions and a budget amendment, including a request for Jacksonville to allocate $500,000 for the Donner Park/Gail Baker Community Center expansion. They will also vote on a 3% salary increase for the City Clerk, adopt a capital asset policy, set 2022 priorities, and amend the FY2021-22 operating budget. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving the financial report.
- Resolution 22-20: Request Jacksonville allocate $500,000 for Donner Park/Gail Baker Community Center expansion
- Resolution 22-17: 3% salary increase for City Clerk, retroactive to Oct 1, 2021
- Resolution 22-18: Adopt a Capital Asset Policy
- Resolution 22-19: Establish City's 2022 priorities
- Ordinance 20-22-163: Amend FY2021-22 operating budget (public hearing and final reading)
342 19th Street Rehearing Request
The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will consider a request for rehearing in Case No. 21-087 involving Thomas Bourdon at 342 19th Street. The request asks the magistrate to vacate a January 27, 2022 order, citing new evidence and legal arguments about the city's tree ordinance and state preemption. The meeting will also include the call to order, oath administration, and evidence record.
- Rehearing request for Case No. 21-087 (342 19th St.)
- Request to vacate January 27, 2022 order
- New evidence claims contradict city testimony on tree ordinance 'development' definition
- Cites Resolution No. 21-08 on state preemption of residential tree regulation
- Appeal deadline noted as February 28, 2022
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will review several requests for zoning variances and a use-by-exception. Items include requests for setback reductions, driveway modifications, and signage height changes.
- Variance request for 1858 Beachside Court to reduce rear yard setback to 7.78 feet
- Variance request for 487 Royal Palms Drive to allow a circular driveway
- Variance request for 705 Atlantic Boulevard to exceed maximum freestanding sign height
- Use-by-exception request for a tattoo studio at 469 Atlantic Boulevard Unit 5
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a 25-year lease with Verizon Wireless for a monopole tower at 469 11th Street, engineering services for a wastewater treatment facility upgrade, and an interlocal agreement with Jacksonville for lifeguard station construction. They will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance banning commercial rental of electric scooters and other micromobility devices, and introduce a budget amendment for FY 2021-22.
- Resolution 22-14: 25-year land lease with Verizon Wireless for a monopole tower at 469 11th Street
- Resolution 22-13: Approve engineering services to upgrade wastewater treatment facility headworks hydraulics and piping
- Resolution 22-16: Interlocal agreement with Jacksonville for funding construction/remodeling of Atlantic Beach lifeguard station
- Ordinance 75-22-26: Public hearing on prohibiting commercial rental of electric scooters and micromobility devices
- Ordinance 20-22-163: Introduction of FY 2021-22 budget amendment
Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees
The Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and receive reports on investment performance for the quarter ending December 31, 2021, including a manager analysis and search, expenditures, and fund balance. The board will also discuss items with its attorney. No votes on substantive policy are listed on the agenda.
- Approve minutes of August 12 and November 18, 2021 meetings
- Recap of investment performance for period ended December 31, 2021
- Report on Manager Analysis and Search
- Expenditure report for period ended December 31, 2021
- Fund balance report for period ended December 31, 2021
General Employees' Pension Board of Trustees
The General Employees' Pension Board of Trustees will meet to review investment performance for Q4 2021, hear a manager analysis and search report, and discuss items with the board attorney. They will also consider approving the November 18, 2021 minutes and changes in employment status for two individuals. The agenda includes routine reports on expenditures and fund balance.
- Recap of investment performance for period ended December 31, 2021
- Report on Manager Analysis and Search
- Expenditure report for period ended December 31, 2021
- Fund balance report for period ended December 31, 2021
- Change in employment status for Linda Lenhart and Luz Reyes
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee is reviewing its 2022 priorities and subcommittee reports. Members are also discussing tree removal certification and the COAB Parks Assessment Plan.
- Review of 2022 ESC priorities
- Tree Removal Certification updates
- COAB Parks Assessment Plan discussion
- Tree subcommittee and LEED subcommittee reports
- Discussion of pesticide and 'What ABout' items
Environmental Stewardship Committee Tree Subcommittee
The Environmental Stewardship Committee Tree Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from December 8, 2021, receive training on roles and responsibilities, and discuss a proposed Arborist Addendum to Chapter 23. The addendum aims to strengthen protections for the city's Maritime Canopy by requiring photographic evidence and arborist reports for emergency tree removals, establishing penalties for unpermitted removals, and creating a preferred list of tree service providers.
- Proposed Arborist Addendum to Chapter 23 (by Dan Giovannucci) with comments from Mark Gabrynowicz
- Proposed penalties for unpermitted tree removals: $500 for 8-14 inch trees, $1000 for larger trees, $2000 for Heritage trees
- Proposal to contract on-call licensed arborists for second opinions at a modest fee (e.g., $75)
- Proposal to require photographic evidence and arborist reports within 3 days for emergency tree removals
- Approval of minutes from December 8, 2021 meeting
Board Member Review Committee (BMRC)
The Board Member Review Committee (BMRC) is meeting to interview six candidates applying for seats on the Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC) and the Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee (CARAC). After interviews, the committee will discuss the candidates and make recommendations for appointment. The agenda also includes public comment and other business.
- Interview Lisa Goodrich for CARAC
- Interview Anastasia Houston, Patrick Nobles, and Joe Schwarz for ESC
- Interview Carol Silcox for CARAC
- Interview Joe Schwarz for both ESC and CARAC
- Review ESC and CARAC membership lists
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission is meeting to take action on several items, including resolutions to add Juneteenth as an official city holiday, authorize a truck trade-in for the Public Utilities Department, and allow the city to apply for federal hazard mitigation grants. The Commission will also introduce ordinances amending the FY 2022 operating budget and banning commercial rental of electric scooters and similar devices. Additionally, they will hear a presentation on the Complete Streets Implementation Plan for Main Street and receive reports on traffic calming and other projects.
- Resolution 22-01: Adding Juneteenth (June 19) as an official city holiday
- Ordinance 75-22-26 (first reading): Banning commercial rental/lease of electric scooters and micromobility devices
- Ordinance 20-22-163 (first reading): Amending FY 2022 operating budget
- Resolution 22-11: Authorizing trade-in of surplus truck and purchase of new truck for Public Utilities
- Resolution 22-12: Authorizing submittal of FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant applications
Community Development Board (CDB)
The Community Development Board will hold a public hearing on a use-by-exception request from NShore LLC to allow on-premises consumption of beer and wine at a barber shop located at 363 Atlantic Boulevard, Unit 4, in the Central Business District. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its December 21, 2021 meeting. No other new business or old business is listed.
- Use-by-exception UBEX21-0006 for on-premises alcohol consumption at 363 Atlantic Boulevard, Unit 4 (NShore LLC)
- Approval of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes
Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC)
The Environmental Stewardship Committee will hold elections for chair, vice-chair, and subcommittee chairs, and discuss the adoption of a Complete Streets policy and the Arbor Day schedule. The committee will also review 2022 goals and priorities submitted by members, and consider park assessment plans.
- Election of ESC chair, vice-chair, and subcommittee chairs
- Discussion of Complete Streets Policy adoption
- Arbor Day schedule for January 21, 2022
- Review of 2022 goals and priorities from members
- Park assessments plans
Regular City Commission
The Atlantic Beach City Commission will vote on nine resolutions covering public works purchases, a water main installation, heritage tree designations, a force main replacement bid, and engineering services. They will also hear city manager reports on COVID-19, parking, and other topics, and consider proclamations for MLK Day and Arbor Day.
- Resolution 22-02: Authorize purchase of two new trucks for Public Works
- Resolution 22-04: Approve engineering services for 12-inch water main near North Sherry Drive
- Resolution 22-09: Award bid for A1A force main replacement
- Resolution 22-10: Task authorization to Alliant Engineering for Public Works building renovation
- Resolutions 22-05 through 22-08: Designate heritage trees in Dutton Island Preserve, Tideviews Preserve, and at 1959 Brista De Mar Circle
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate
The Atlantic Beach Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing to address three code enforcement cases: one old case (21-087) and two new cases (21-160, 21-161). The meeting will also consider approval of the November 4, 2021 minutes. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items.
- Case 21-087: Bourdon Thomas Patrick, 342 19th Street (old business, tree removal dispute)
- Case 21-160: Chamberlin Jacob, 780 Bonita Road (new business)
- Case 21-161: Knieriemen Daniel J Jr., 860 Bonita Road (new business)