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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council workshop on FY26-27 budget and 500 Atlantic project
This is a special workshop of the Neptune Beach City Council to discuss the FY26-27 budget and receive an update on the 500 Atlantic project. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda is limited to these two discussion items and adjournment.
- FY26-27 budget update
- 500 Atlantic project update
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AGENDA
Special City Council Workshop
Monday, August 31, 2026, 4:00 PM
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
A.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
B.
FY26-27 BUDGET UPDATE
C.
500 ATLANTIC PROJECT UPDATE
D.
ADJOURN
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons
with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City
Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed May 12, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed May 12, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Jul 14, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Wed Jul 14, 2027 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider disaster debris services, volleyball court bid, impact fee study
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three items: a contract for disaster debris management, recovery and response services; an invitation for bid for the Jarboe Park volleyball court; and a contract with Raftelis for a utility and municipal impact fee study. A workshop immediately following will review the FY27 budget, and a town hall meeting will follow for open public comments.
- Disaster Debris Management, Recovery and Response Services contract
- Jarboe Park Volleyball Court Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Raftelis Contract for Utility and Municipal Impact Fee Study
- FY27 Budget Review (workshop)
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AGENDA
Special, Workshop & Town Hall City Council Meeting
Monday, August 17, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
1.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
3
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:
A.
Disaster Debris Management, Recovery and Response Services
B.
Jarboe Park Volleyball Court IFB (Invitation for Bid)
C.
Raftelis Contract for Utility and Municipal Impact Fee Study
4.
ADJOURN
WORKSHOP CITY COUNCIL MEETING IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING
THE ABOVE SPECIAL MEETING
1.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2.
AWARDS / PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITION OF GUEST / NONE
3.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
4.
PROPOSED ORDINANCES / NONE
5.
CONTRACTS / AGREEMENTS / NONE
6.
ISSUE DEVELOPMENT
A.
FY27 Budget Review
7.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
8.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
9.
ADJOURN
TOWN HALL MEETING
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE ABOVE WORKSHOP
1.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – OPEN TOPICS
3.
ADJOURN
In accordance with Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desirous of appealing any decision
reached at this meeting may need a record of the proceedings. Such person may need to ensure that a
verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
appeal is to be based.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, p …
Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 13:00
Police Officers' Retirement Board
Police pension board to review actuarial report, budget, and 2027 dates
The Neptune Beach Police Officers' Retirement Board is holding its quarterly meeting to review the October 1, 2025 actuarial valuation report, a portfolio update, and a quarterly investment report. The board will also consider the proposed 2026-2027 budget, set 2027 meeting dates, and approve routine invoices and fund activity. This is a regular administrative meeting with no major policy decisions expected.
- Review of October 1, 2025 actuarial valuation report
- Portfolio update as of June 30, 2026 from Dana Investment Advisors
- Quarterly report as of June 30, 2026 from Mariner Institutional
- Proposed 2026-2027 budget
- Proposed 2027 meeting dates
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CITY OF NEPTUNE BEACH POLICE OFFICERS’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM
BOARD OF TRUSTEES QUARTERLY MEETING
CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
116 FIRST STREET, NEPTUNE BEACH, FL 32266
AGENDA
Friday, August 14, 2026 – 1:00PM
Pursuant to Chapter 286, F.S., if an individual decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, that
individual will need a record of the proceedings and will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. In accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should call (904) 270-2400 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL/DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. May 15, 2026, quarterly meeting
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Invoices for ratification
a. Warrant 105
2. New invoices for payment approval
a. None
3. Fund activity report for May 9, 2026, through August 7, 2026
V. REPORTS (ATTORNEY/CONSULTANTS)
1. Foster & Foster, Doug Lozen, Board Actuary
a. October 1, 2025, actuarial valuation report
2. Dana Investment Advisors, Greg Peters, Investment Manager
a. Portfolio update as of June 30, 2026
3. Mariner Institutional, John Thinnes, Investment Consultant
a. Quarterly report as of June 30, 2026
4. Lorium Law, Brent Chudachek, Plan Attorney (via Zoom)
a. Summary Plan Description
VI. NEW BUSINESS
1. Proposed 2027 meeting dates
2. Propose …
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to discuss FY2026-2027 millage rate and Atlantic Boulevard maintenance
The City Council will consider the tentative millage rate for fiscal year 2026-2027. Members will also discuss property tax reform and a maintenance agreement for Atlantic Boulevard. The body will review proposed access improvements for Davis Street.
- FY2026-2027 Tentative Millage Rate
- Resolution No. 2026-11: FDOT Maintenance Agreement for Atlantic Boulevard from the east end of the ICW Bridge to Florida Boulevard
- Approval of Davis Street Access Improvements
- Discussion of Property Tax Reform
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AGENDA
Regular City Council Meeting
Monday, August 3, 2026, 6:00 PM
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. AWARDS / PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITION OF GUESTS / NONE
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. June 1, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting July 20, 2026, Budget Workshop Meeting
June 15, 2026, Budget Workshop Meeting July 20, 2026, Special City Council Meeting
June 15, 2026, Special City Council Meeting July 20, 2026, Workshop City Council Meeting
June 15, 2026, Workshop City Council Meeting July 20, 2026, Town Hall Meeting
June 15, 2026, Town Hall Meeting
4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
A. City Manager Report
B. Discussion of Property Tax Reform
6. CONSENT AGENDA / NONE
7. VARIANCES / SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS / DEVELOPMENT ORDERS / NONE
8. ORDINANCES / NONE
9. OLD BUSINESS / NONE
10. NEW BUSINESS
A. FY2026-2027 Tentative Milla ge Rate
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-11, Authorizing City Manager to Execute and Deliver FDOT
Maintenance Agreement for Atlantic Boulevard from the east end of the ICW Bridge to Florida
Boulevard
C. Consideration of Approval of Davis Street Access Improvements
11. COUNCIL COMMENTS
12. ADJOURN
In accordance with Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, any person desirous of appealing any
decision reached at this meeting may need a reco rd of the proceedings. Such person may
need to ens …
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Historic Review Board to discuss planning futures
The Historic Review Board will meet to hold a discussion regarding planning futures. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items.
- HRB Planning Futures Discussion
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AGENDA
HISTORIC REVIEW BOARD MEETING
July 22, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
116 FIRST STREET
NEPTUNE BEACH, FL 32266
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. HRB Planning Futures Discussion
5. Open Discussion
6. Adjourn
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Community Development Department
116 First Street • Neptune Beach, Florida 32266-6140
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Neptune Beach City Council holds FY26-27 Budget Workshop
The City Council is meeting to discuss funding for the FY26-27 budget. Discussions will cover health care, pension COLA, mobility management, parks, sustainability, and public works.
- Health care funding discussion
- Pension COLA funding discussion
- Mobility Management budget discussion
- Parks and Sustainability budget discussion
- Public Works budget discussion
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to move police pension to Florida Retirement System
The City Council held a budget workshop and discussed, but did not vote on, FY27 budget items. Mayor Bylund directed the City Manager to work with the Police Chief to move the police pension to the Florida Retirement System, citing a $350,000 shortfall this year and a $650,000 need next year. Council members favored a 25% health insurance cost increase for employees but asked for data on neighboring cities before deciding. No formal votes were taken.
- Directed City Manager to work with Police Chief to move police pension to Florida Retirement System
- Agreed in discussion to a 25% health insurance cost increase for employees, pending data on other cities
- Requested staff research what neighboring municipalities pay for health insurance
- Requested the entire accounting ledger be made available to Council
- Discussed, but did not decide, having Council members pay 100% of health insurance costs out of pocket
- Discussed, but did not decide, options for funding the Police Pension COLA shortfall
- Heard presentations on proposed Parks, Public Works, and Mobility budgets
- Heard about four Jacksonville-proposed capital projects, including Penman Road and Kings Road Roundabout
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AGENDA (Amended)
Budget Workshop
Monday, July 20, 2026, 4:00 PM
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
A. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
B. FY26-27 BUDGET:
1. Health
care Funding Discussion
2. Pension COLA Funding Discussion
3. Mobility Management
4.
Parks and Sustainability
5. Public Works
C. CO
UNCIL DISCUSSION
D. ADJOURN
No public comments are taken at the Budget Workshop.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilit ies Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons
with disabilities needing special accommodation to parti cipate in this meeting should contact the City
Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Cit y of Neptune Beach Police Officers’
Retirement System desires to make the effective date of any cost of living adjustments
October 1; and
WHEREAS, an amendment to the City code is necessary to permit such new
conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Cit y of Neptune Beach Police Officers’
Retirement System have requested and appr oved such an amendment as being in the
best interest of the participants and beneficiari es as well as serving to improve the
administration of the Retirement System; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has received and reviewed an actuarial impact
statement related to this change and attached as such; and
WHEREAS , the City Council deems it to be in the public interest to provide this
change to the Retirement System for its police office …
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JULY 20, 2026
BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING PAGE 1
Call to Order/
Roll Call/
Healthcare
Funding
Discussion
MINUTES
BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026, 4:00 P.M.
NEPTUNE BEACH CITY HALL
116 FIRST STREET
NEPTUNE BEACH, FLORIDA 32266
Pursuant to proper notice, a Budget Workshop of the City Council of the City of Neptune
Beach was held on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m, at Neptune Beach City Hall, 116
First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida 32266
IN ATTENDANCE: STAFF:
Mayor Cori Bylund City Manager Richard Pike
Vice Mayor Nia Livingston Assistant City Attorney Taylor Simonds
Councilor Tim Horvath Public Works Director Deryle Calhoun
Councilor Josh Messinger (absent) Chief Financial Officer Jaime Hernandez
Councilor Brent Rogers Police Commander Gary Stucki
Community Development Director Heather
Whitmore
Parks and Sustainability Director Colin Moore
Project Manager Blake West
Human Resources Coordinator Jillian McCann
City Clerk Catherine Ponson
Mayor Bylund called the Budget Workshop meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
Human Resources Coordinator Jillian McCann presented three scenarios for health
insurance costs for FY27, including as-is, passing on 25 percent increase to employees for
dependent care, and passing on a 35 percent pass on.
Vice Mayor Livingston noted she works for the State of Florida and does not have 100
percent coverage. She stated she would be comfortable with 25 percent.
Councilor Rogers asked if there was data on what other municipalities w …
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to adopt fee schedule, consider pipe repair, park improvements
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting, workshop, and town hall. The council will consider several items including stormwater and sanitary sewer pipe rehabilitation, a Jarboe Park pump track, storm shutters for police and public works departments, selection of a consultant for a development impact fee study, an amendment to Pete's Bar's payment in lieu of parking agreement, and a resolution adopting a new schedule of fees for city services. The workshop and town hall agendas list no substantive items for discussion.
- Resolution 2026-10 adopting a new schedule of fees for various city services, replacing all prior fee resolutions
- Stormwater and sanitary sewer pipe rehabilitation using cured-in-place pipe (CIPP)
- Jarboe Park pump track project (carried over from June 15, 2026 meeting)
- Storm shutters for Police Department and Public Works Department buildings
- Development Impact Fee Study RFP consultant selection (carried over from May 18, 2026 meeting)
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✓ Decided: Council awards $239,258 sewer pipe rehab contract to Instituform
The City Council unanimously approved a $239,258 contract with Instituform Technologies for stormwater and sewer pipe rehabilitation using cured-in-place pipe. The council also approved a piggyback agreement with Jacksonville for the Jarboe Park pump track, a bid process for storm shutters, a consultant for the development impact fee study, an amendment to Pete's Bar's parking agreement, and Resolution 2026-10 adopting a fee schedule. All votes were 4-0 except the consultant selection, which passed 3-1.
- Awarded $239,258 contract to Instituform Technologies for pipe rehabilitation (4-0).
- Approved piggyback and cost dispersal agreement with Jacksonville for Jarboe Park pump track (4-0).
- Approved proceeding with bid process for storm shutters for Police and Public Works departments (4-0).
- Approved Rafetlis as consultant for development impact fee study (3-1, Rogers opposed).
- Approved amendment to Pete's Bar payment in lieu of parking agreement (4-0).
- Approved Resolution 2026-10 adopting a schedule of fees for city services (4-0).
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AGENDA
Special, Workshop & Town Hall City Council Meeting
Monday, July 20, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
3 ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:
A. Various Stormwater and Sanitary Sewer Pipe Rehabilitation Utilizing Cured in Place Pipe
(CIPP)
B. Jarboe Park Pump Track (from June 15, 2026)
C. Police Department and Public Works Departmernt Storm Shutters
D. Development Impact Fee Stud y RFP Consultant Selection (From May 18, 2026)
E. Pete’s Bar Pa
yment in Lieu of Parking Agreement Amendment
F. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-10, A Resolution of t he City of Neptune Beac h, Florida, Adopting a
Schedule of Fees to be Instituted for Various City Services, Provid ing for Severability;
Repealing and Replacing All Prior Related Resolutions; and Providing an Effective Date
4.
ADJOURN
WORKSHOP CITY COUNCIL MEETING IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING
THE ABOVE SPECIAL MEETING
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2. AWARDS / PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITION OF GUEST / NONE
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. PROPOSED ORDINANCES / NONE
5. CONTRACTS / AGREEMENTS / NONE
6. ISSUE DEVELOPMENT / NONE
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS
8. COUNCIL COMMENTS
9. ADJOURN
TOWN HALL MEETING
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE ABOVE WORKSHOP
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS – OPEN TOPICS
3. ADJOURN
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JULY 20, 2026 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 1
MINUTES
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
NEPTUNE BEACH CITY HALL
116 FIRST STREET
NEPTUNE BEACH, FLORIDA 32266
Pursuant to proper notice, a Special City Council Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Neptune Beach was held Monday, July 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at Neptune Beach City Hall,
116 First Street_ Neptune Beach, Florida 32266.
Attendance: IN ATTENDANCE: STAFF:
Mayor Cori Bylund City Manager Richard Pike
Vice Mayor Nia Livingston Assistant City Attorney Taylor Simonds
Councilor Tim Horvath Public Works Director Deryle Calhoun
Councilor Josh Messinger (absent) Chief Financial Officer Jaime Hernandez
Councilor Brent Rogers Police Commander Gary Stucki
Community Development Director Heather Whitmore
Parks and Sustainability Director Colin Moore
Project Manager Blake West
Human Resources Coordinator Jillian McCann
City Clerk Catherine Ponson
Call to Mayor Bylund called the Special Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of
Order/Roll Allegiance.
Call/Pledge
Various Pipe Various Stormwater and Sanitation Sewer Pipe Rehabilitation Utilizing Cured in Place Pipe
Rehab (CIPP). Public Works Director Deryle Calhoun presented the item.
Discussion addressed advantages of the piggyback contract.
Made by Livingston, seconded by Rogers.
MOTION: TO AWARD TO INSTITUFORM TECHNOLOGIES, LLC IN THE AMOUNT
OF $239.258.00.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: 4-Livingston, Rogers, Horvath, and Bylund.
Noes: 0
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TO AWARD TO INSTITUFORM TECHNOLOGIES, LLC IN THE AMOUNT OF $239.258.00. Roll Call Vote:
3 yea
Rogers yea · Horvath yea · Bylund yea
TO APPROVE THE PIGGYBACK AGREEMENT AND _ COST DISPERSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY __OF JACKSONVILLE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE JARBOE PARK PUMP TRACK Roll Call Vote:
3 yea
Horvath yea · Livingston yea · Bylund yea
TO APPROVE PROCEEDING WITH THE BID PROCESS FOR STORM SHUTTERS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND _ POLICE DEPARTMENT Roll Call Vote:
3 yea
Livingston yea · Rogers yea · Bylund yea
TO APPROVE MOVING FORWARD WITH RAFETLIS AS THE CONSULTANT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE STUDY. Roll Call Vote:
2 yea
Horvath yea · Bylund yea
TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO PAYMENT IN LIEU OF PARKING FEE AGREEMENT. Roll Call Vote:
3 yea
Horvath yea · Livingston yea · Bylund yea
RESOLUTION 2026-10. Roll Call Vote:
3 yea
Livingston yea · Rogers yea · Bylund yea
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Board to consider removal of 28-inch Magnolia heritage tree at 100 Lincoln Road.
The Community Development Board will hold a public hearing on a request to remove a 28-inch diameter Magnolia tree designated as a heritage tree under the Unified Land Development Code. The property at 100 Lincoln Road is in the R-1 zoning district. A public workshop will also discuss 2026 Land Use and Building Legislative Updates. Other items include approval of previous minutes and subcommittee reports.
- DP26-04: Heritage tree removal request for a 28-inch Magnolia at 100 Lincoln Road (R-1 zoning).
- Public workshop on 2026 Land Use and Building Legislative Updates.
- Approval of May 19, 2026 Community Development Board minutes.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING
July 15, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 08:00
City Council
Neptune Beach Finance Committee to discuss FY26-27 budget
The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY26-27 budget and police pension COLA. The body will also receive updates on the Penman Road project and a water and sewer rate study.
- FY26-27 Budget discussion
- Police Pension COLA
- Water & Sewer Rate Study update
- Penman Road Project update
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Finance Committee Meeting
City Hall, Council Chambers
116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida 32266
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 8:00 a.m.
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
3. FY26-27 Budget Discussion
4. Police Pension COLA
5. Water & Sewer Rate Study Update
6. Penman Road Project Update
7. Adjourn
Committee Members:
Chair: Councilor Brent Rogers
Lynda Padrta
Jerry Wetzel
*Council Members in attendance at the Committee Meeting may include:
Mayor Cori Bylund
Vice Mayor Nia Livingston
Councilor Josh Messinger
Councilor Tim Horvath
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilit ies Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons
with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City
Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 16:30
City Council
Neptune Beach City Council to hold closed-door budget workshop
The Neptune Beach City Council will convene a closed-door budget workshop to review departmental financial plans. No public comments will be taken, and the meeting will adjourn without public participation.
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✓ Decided: Council reviews first draft of FY27 budget; no decisions made
The City Council held a budget workshop to review the first draft of the proposed FY27 budget. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the session was informational. The millage rate would remain at 3.3656, with no personnel increases or capital projects proposed. The Police Chief requested two vehicle purchases using residual FY26 funds, but no action was taken.
- No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
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AGENDA
Budget Workshop
Monday, June 15, 2026, 4:30 PM
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
A. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
B. DEPARTMENTS:
1. City Manager
2. Finance
3. City Clerk/HR
4. Community Development
5. IT
C.
ADJOURN
No public comments are taken at the Budget Workshop.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons
with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City
Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting
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JUNE 15, 2026 BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING PAGE 1
MINUTES
BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, 4:30 P.M.
NEPTUNE BEACH CITY HALL
116 FIRST STREET
NEPTUNE BEACH, FLORIDA 32266
Pursuant to proper notice, a Budget Workshop of the City Council of the City of Neptune
Beach was held on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 4:30 p.m, at Neptune Beach City Hall, 116
First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida 32266
IN ATTENDANCE: STAFF:
Mayor Cori Bylund City Manager Richard Pike
Vice Mayor Nia Livingston City Attorney Paul Waters
Councilor Tim Horvath Chief of Police Michael Key
Councilor Josh Messinger (at 4:45) | Public Works Director Deryle Calhoun
Councilor Brent Rogers Senior Accountant Michael Owens
Community Development Director Heather Whitmore
Parks and Sustainability Director Colin Moore
Project Manager Blake West
City Clerk Catherine Ponson
Call to Order/ Mayor Bylund called the Budget Workshop meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
Roll Call/
City Manager City Manager Richard Pike introduced the first draft of the proposed FY27 budget and
provided an overview of the budgetary framework and fund structure, followed by a budget
summary. He advised the Millage Rate would remain the same at 3.3656, and there were
no personnel increases or Capital Improvement Projects proposed.
Finance City Manager Pike made a presentation in place of Chief Financial Officer Jaime
Hernandez. He reviewed the City Council City Manager's office, and Legal Department
budgets.
City Clerk/ City Clerk Cather …
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Neptune Beach Council to hold public hearing on special events ordinance
The City Council will conduct a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance regarding special events. The meeting also includes discussions on the Live Local Act, the Jarboe Park Pump Track, and parking agreements.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2026-06 regarding Special Events
- Sponsorship of amendment to F.S. 166.04151 (Live Local Act)
- Jarboe Park Pump Track Project
- Amendment No. 1 to Paid Parking Agreement for Beaches Town Center
- Discussion on 500 Atlantic Redevelopment and Fee Table Update
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✓ Decided: Neptune Beach Council approves Live Local Act amendment push, parking extension, defers pump track deal
The Neptune Beach City Council held a special meeting on June 15, 2026, approving three items unanimously. They passed Ordinance 2026-06 on second reading, authorized pursuit of a state amendment to the Live Local Act, and extended the paid parking agreement at Beaches Town Center through a full year of data collection. The Jarboe Park pump track construction agreement was deferred to July 20 for review of full construction documents.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-06 (special events) on second reading, 5-0
- Approved facilitating a state amendment to F.S. 166.04151 (Live Local Act) to allow cities to opt out, 5-0
- Deferred Jarboe Park pump track piggyback agreement with Jacksonville to July 20 for full construction document review, 5-0
- Approved one-year extension of paid parking agreement at Beaches Town Center, 5-0
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AGENDA (Amended)
Special, Workshop & Town Hall City Council Meeting
Monday, June 15, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
3. ORDINANCES:
A. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-06, SECOND READ AND PUBLIC HEARING, An Ordinance of the
City of Neptune Beach, Florida, Amending the Code of Ordinances, Section 18-3, Special
Events, Article I, Chapter 18, Streets, Si dewalks and Other Public Places; Providing
Codification, Conflicts, Severability, and Providing an Effective Date (Special Events)
4. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:
A. Faciliation of Sponsorship of Amendm ent to F.S. 166.04151 (“Live Local Act”)
B. Jarboe Park Pump Track Project
C. Amendment No. 1 to Paid Parking Agreement for Paid Parking Program at the Beaches Town
Center
5. ADJOURN
WORKSHOP CITY COUNCIL MEETING IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING
THE ABOVE SPECIAL MEETING
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2. AWARDS / PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITION OF GUEST / NONE
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. PROPOSED ORDINANCES / NONE
5. CONTRACTS / AGREEMENTS / NONE
6. ISSUE DEVELOPMENT
A. 500 Atlantic Redevelopment Discussion
B. Fee Table Update
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS
8. COUNCIL COMMENTS
9. ADJOURN
TOWN HALL MEETING
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE ABOVE WORKSHOP
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS – OPEN TOPICS
3. ADJOURN
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JUNE 15, 2026 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 1
Attendance:
Call to
Order/Roll
Call/Pledge
Ord. No.
2026-06,
Special
Events
Public
Hearing
MINUTES
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
NEPTUNE BEACH CITY HALL
116 FIRST STREET
NEPTUNE BEACH, FLORIDA 32266
Pursuant to proper notice, a Special City Council Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Neptune Beach was held Monday, June 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at Neptune Beach City Hall,
116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida 32266.
IN ATTENDANCE: STAFF:
Mayor Cori Bylund City Manager Richard Pike
Vice Mayor Nia Livingston City Attorney Paul Waters
Councilor Tim Horvath Chief of Police Michael Key
Councilor Josh Messinger Public Works Director Deryle Calhoun
Councilor Brent Rogers Senior Accountant Michael Owens
Community Development Director Heather Whitmore
Parks and Sustainability Director Colin Moore
Project Manager Blake West
City Clerk Catherine Ponson
Mayor Bylund called the Special Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Ordinance No. 2026-06, Second Reading and Public Hearing.
Mayor Bylund opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the public, Mayor
Bylund closed the public hearing.
Made by Horvath, seconded by Livingston.
MOTION: TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 2026-06.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: 5-Horvath, Livingston, Messinger, Rogers, and Bylund.
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
JUNE 15, 2026 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 2
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-06. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea
Livingston yea · Messinger yea · Rogers yea · Bylund yea
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4 yea
Messinger yea · Rogers yea · Horvath yea · Bylund yea
[context] MOTION: TO DEFER THE PIGGYBACK AGREEMENT AND COST DISBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE JARBOE PARK PUMP TRACK TO THE JULY 20 MEETING, AT WHICH…
4 yea
Rogers yea · Horvath yea · Livingston yea · Bylund yea
TO APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR THE PAID PARKING PROGRAM AT THE BEACHES TOWN CENTER AND TO DIRECT STAFF A NEW AGREEMENT SHOULD BE NEGOTIATED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ATLANTIC…
4 yea
Horvath yea · Livingston yea · Messinger yea · Bylund yea
Fri Jun 12, 2026 · 08:00
Finance / Boards / Charter Review Committee
Finance Committee to discuss FY26-27 budget and fee table update
The Neptune Beach Finance Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss an update to the city's fee schedule and review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27. The committee may also take public comments. No formal votes or final decisions are noted on this agenda.
- Fee table update discussion
- FY26-27 budget discussion
- Public comments period
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Finance Committee Meeting
City Hall, Council Chambers
116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida 32266
Friday, June 12, 2026, 8:00 a.m.
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
3. Fee Table Update
4. FY26-27 Budget Discussion
5. Adjourn
Committee Members:
Chair: Councilor Brent Rogers
Lynda Padrta
Jerry Wetzel
*Council Members in attendance at the Committee Meeting may include:
Mayor Cori Bylund
Vice Mayor Nia Livingston
Councilor Josh Messinger
Councilor Tim Horvath
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilit ies Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons
with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City
Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Neptune Beach Council to hold public hearing on special events ordinance
The City Council will conduct a first reading and public hearing regarding amendments to the special events code. The body is also considering a utility rate study and infrastructure maintenance.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2026-06 regarding Special Events (Section 18-3)
- Proposal from Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for a Utility Rate Study
- Sidewalk replacement for the 400 and 500 blocks of Myra and Margaret
- 2026 Cybersecurity Maintenance for Public Works
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✓ Decided: Council approves utility rate study, sidewalk repairs, and cybersecurity funding
The Neptune Beach City Council approved four items: a first-read ordinance amending special events rules, a contract with Stantec Consulting for a water and sewer utility rate study, a $29,890.57 sidewalk repair contract with Jax Utilities Management, and $42,583.99 for cybersecurity maintenance. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also heard reports on upcoming budget workshops and community events.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-06 (special events code amendment) on first read (5-0)
- Authorized Stantec Consulting to conduct a utility rate study for water & sewer fund (5-0)
- Awarded $29,890.57 sidewalk replacement contract to Jax Utilities Management (5-0)
- Approved $42,583.99 for FY26 cybersecurity maintenance for Public Works (5-0)
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AGENDA
Regular City Council Meeting
Monday, June 1, 2026, 6:00 PM
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. AWARDS / PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITION OF GUESTS / NONE
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. May 4, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
May 18, 2026, Special City Council Meeting
May 18, 2026, Workshop City Council Meeting
May 18, 2026, Town Hall Meeting
4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
6. CONSENT AGENDA / NONE
7. VARIANCES / SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS / DEVELOPMENT ORDERS / NONE
8. ORDINANCES
A. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-06, FIRST READ AND PUBLIC HEARING, An Ordinance of the
City of Neptune Beach, Florida, Amending the Code of Ordinances, Section 18-3, Special
Events, Article I, Chapter 18, Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places; Providing
Codification, Conflicts, Severability, and Providing an Effective Date
9. OLD BUSINESS
A. Consideration to Approve Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. Proposal for Utility Rate Study
10. NEW BUSINESS
A. Consideration to Approve Sidewalk R eplacement – 400 and 500 Blocks of Myra and
Margaret
B. Consideration to Approve 2026 Cybersecurity Maintenance -Public Works
11. COUNCIL COMMENTS
12. ADJOURN
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decision reached at this meeting may need a reco rd of the proceedings. Such person may
need t …
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JUNE 1, 2026 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 1
MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
NEPTUNE BEACH CITY HALL
116 FIRST STREET
NEPTUNE BEACH, FLORIDA 32266
Pursuant to proper notice, a Regular City Council Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Neptune Beach was held on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m, at Neptune Beach City
Hall, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida 32266
IN ATTENDANCE: STAFF:
Mayor Cori Bylund City Manager Richard Pike
Vice Mayor Nia Livingston City Attorney Paul Waters
Councilor Tim Horvath Chief of Police Michael Key
Councilor Josh Messinger Chief Financial Officer Jaime Hernandez
Councilor Brent Rogers Public Works Director Deryle Calhoun
Community Development Director Heather Whitmore
Parks and Sustainability Director Colin Moore
Project Manager Blake West
City Clerk Catherine Ponson
Call to Order/Roll Mayor Bylund gave the invocation, led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the meeting to
Call order at 6:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes Made by Messinger, seconded by Livingston.
MOTION: TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING:
May 4, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
May 18, 2026, Special City Council Meeting
May 18, 2026, Workshop City Council Meeting
May 18, 2026, Town Hall Meeting
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: 5 — Horvath, Livingston, Messinger, Rogers, and Bylund
Noes: 0
MOTION CARRIED
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Report City Manager Richard Pike reported there would be budget workshop meetings on Monday,
Ju …
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TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING: May 4, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting May 18, 2026, Special City Council Meeting May 18, 2026, Workshop City Council Meeting May 18, 2026, Town Hall Meeting Roll Call…
4 yea
Livingston yea · Messinger yea · Rogers yea · Bylund yea
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-06 AT FIRST READ Roll Call Vote:
4 yea
Rogers yea · Horvath yea · Messinger yea · Bylund yea
TO AUTHORIZE THE ENGAGEMENT OF STANTEC CONSULRTING TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE UTILITY RATE STUDY FOR THE WATER & SEWER FUND AND INSTRUCT THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE RELATED CONTRACT DOCUMENTS…
4 yea
Rogers yea · Horvath yea · Livingston yea · Bylund yea
TO AWARD TO_ JAX UTILITIES MANAGEMENT, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $29,890.57 Roll Call Vote:
4 yea
Horvath yea · Livingston yea · Messinger yea · Bylund yea
TO APPROVE TO MOVE FORWARD FOR FY26 IN THE AMOUNT OF $42,583.99 Roll Call Vote:
4 yea
Livingston yea · Messinger yea · Rogers yea · Bylund yea
Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Neptune Beach Council to discuss impact fees and special event ordinances
The City Council will hold a special meeting, workshop, and town hall to review utility agreements and impact fee proposals. Members will also consider an ordinance amending the code regarding special events.
- Northeast Florida Utility Coordinating Group (NFUCG) Memorandum of Agreement
- Development Impact Fee Study Request for Proposals 2026-01 recommendation
- Proposed ordinance amending Section 18-3 of the Code of Ordinances regarding Special Events
- Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Consulting Services Request for Proposals 2026-02 discussion
- National Public Works Week Proclamation
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✓ Decided: Council lifts cone of silence, prioritizes Raftelis for impact fee study
The City Council approved renewing the Northeast Florida Utility Coordinating Group Memorandum of Agreement and voted to remove the cone of silence for the impact fee study RFP, instructing staff to begin negotiations with bidders, prioritizing Raftelis. The council also moved a proposed ordinance to first reading on June 1, 2026, which would require 60-day advance applications for special events with over 500 attendees. The workshop included discussions on a CRA study and flood notices, but no formal action was taken on those items.
- Approved NFUCG Memorandum of Agreement renewal (3-0)
- Removed cone of silence and instructed staff to negotiate with bidders, prioritizing Raftelis for impact fee study (3-0)
- Moved proposed special events ordinance to first reading on June 1, 2026 (3-0)
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AG
ENDA
Special, Workshop & Town Hall City Council Meeting
Monday, May 18, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
3. REQUESTS FOR CONSIDERATION:
A. Northeast Florida Utility Coordinating Group (NFUCG) Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
B. Development Impact Fee Study Request for Proposals 2026-01 (RFP) Recommendation
4. ADJOURN
W
ORKSHOP CITY COUNCIL MEETING IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING
THE ABOVE SPECIAL MEETING
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2. AWARDS / PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITION OF GUEST
A. National Public Works Week Proclamation – May 17-23, 2026
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. PROPOSED ORDINANCES:
A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE: An Ordinance of the City of Neptune Beach, Florida, Amending the
Code of Ordinances, Section 18-3, Special Events, Article I, Chapter 18 Streets, Sidewalks and
Other Public Places; Providing Codification, Conflicts, Severability, and Providing an Effective
Date
5. CONTRACTS / AGREEMENTS / NONE
6. ISSUE DEVELOPMENT
A. Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Consulting Services Request for Proposals 2026-02
(RFP) Discussion
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS
8. COUNCIL COMMENTS
9. ADJOURN
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE ABOVE WORKSHOP
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS – OPEN TOPICS
3. ADJOURN
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MAY 18, 2026 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING PAGE 1
Attendance:
Call to
Order/Roll
Call/Pledge
NFUCG
MOA
Impact Fee
Study
116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida 32266.
MINUTES
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
NEPTUNE BEACH CITY HALL
116 FIRST STREET
NEPTUNE BEACH, FLORIDA 32266
Pursuant to proper notice, a Special City Council Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Neptune Beach was held Monday, May 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at Neptune Beach City Hall,
IN ATTENDANCE: STAFF:
Mayor Cori Bylund (absent) City Manager Richard Pike
Vice Mayor Nia Livingston City Attorney Paul Waters
Councilor Tim Horvath Chief of Police Michael Key
Councilor Josh Messinger Public Works Director Deryle Calhoun
Councilor Brent Rogers (absent) Community Development Director Heather Whitmore
Parks and Sustainability Director Colin Moore
Project Manager Blake West
City Clerk Catherine Ponson
Vice Mayor Livingston called the Special Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Northeast Florida Utility Coordinating Group (NFUCG) Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).
City Manager Richard Pike explained that this Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) has been
in place since 2011 and requires renewal. This provides an opportunity for Neptune Beach to
collaborate with other surrounding entities to evaluate regional long-term sustainability of
groundwater resources to meet future public water supply needs relative to the St. Johns
River Water Management District and …
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TO APPROVE THE NORTHEAST FLORIDA UTILITY COORDINATING GROUP MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Roll Call Vote:
2 yea
Messinger yea · Livingston yea
[context] MOTION: TO REMOVE THE CONE OF SILENCE AND INSTRUCT STAFF TO BEGIN NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE BIDDERS WITH RAFTELIS AS THE PRIORITY Roll Call Vote:
2 yea
Horvath yea · Livingston yea
ORDINANCE FOR FIRST READ ON JUNE 1, 2026 Roll Call Vote:
2 yea
Horvath yea · Livingston yea
Fri May 15, 2026 · 13:00
Police Officers' Retirement Board
Police Officers' Retirement Board to review investment reports and plan updates
The Board of Trustees will discuss a quarterly investment report as of March 31, 2026, and receive a legislative update. The meeting includes a review of the Summary Plan Description and an update on trustee term extensions.
- Ratification of Warrant #104 totaling $51,090.26 for legal, administration, and consulting services
- Quarterly investment report from Mariner Institutional as of March 31, 2026
- Update on the 2024-2025 Annual report
- Discussion on Summary Plan Description (SPD) update
- Review of cyber security support program
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CITY OF NEPTUNE BEACH POLICE OFFICERS’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM
BOARD OF TRUSTEES CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
116 FIRST STREET, NEPTUNE BEACH, FL 32266
QUARTERLY MEETING
AGENDA
Friday, May 15, 2026 – 1:00PM
Pursuant to Chapter 286, F.S., if an individual decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or
hearing, that individual will need a record of the proceedings and will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. In
accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should call (904)
270-2400 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
I.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL/DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM
II.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
February 11, 2026, quarterly meeting
IV.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Invoices for ratification
a. Warrants #104
2.
New invoices for payment approval
a. None
3.
Fund activity report for February 5, 2026, through May 8, 2026
V.
REPORTS (ATTORNEY/CONSULTANTS)
1.
Mariner Institutional, John Thinnes, Investment Consultant
a. Quarterly report as of March 31, 2026
2.
Lorium Law, Brent Chudachek, Plan Attorney (via Zoom)
a. Legislative update
VI.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Trustee term extension update
2. Summary Plan Description (SPD) Update
VII.
OLD BUSINESS
VIII.
STAFF REPORTS, DISCUSSION, AND ACTION
1.
Foster & Foster, Troy Jenne, Plan Administrator
a. 2024-2025 Annual report updat …
Wed May 13, 2026 · 18:00
Community Development Board
Board to hear variance for 80% FAR at 526 Midway and continued open-air market permit
The Community Development Board will consider a variance request for 526 Midway Street to allow 80% floor area ratio instead of the required 65% in the R-4/RC district, and will continue discussion on an open-air market permit for Here Tomorrow's 2nd Annual ECHO Fair at Jarboe Park, which was continued from the April 8 meeting. The board will also approve minutes from April 8 and receive subcommittee reports.
- V26-05: Variance request for 526 Midway Street (Henry H Graham Jr Revocable Trust) to permit 80% FAR in lieu of required 65% FAR in R-4/RC overlay district
- DP26-03: Continued application for open-air market permit for Here Tomorrow's ECHO Fair at Jarboe Park on August 22, 2026
- Approval of April 8, 2026 CDB minutes
- Subcommittee reports and open discussion
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AGENDA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING
May 13, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
116 FIRST STREET
NEPTUNE BEACH, FL 32266
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Approval of April 8, 2026 CDB Minutes
4. DP26-03: Application for Open-Air Markets as outlined in Chapter 17 Sale Article III. “Temporary Open-Air
Sales and Markets” of Neptune Beach for Here Tomorrow’s 2nd Annual ECHO Fair at Jarboe Park, Neptune
Beach, Florida. The applicant requests a permit to hold an open-air market at Jarboe Park on August 22, 2026.
5. V26-05: Application for variance as outlined in Chapter 27 Article III Division 8 of the Unified Land Development
Code of Neptune Beach for Henry H Graham Jr Revocable Trust Hampton Graham, Trustee for the property
currently known 526 Midway Street (RE# 172733-0050). The applicant requests a variance from Sec. 27-237.
- Building area requirements (11) R-4/RC Overlay FAR - Total floor area to permit a 80% FAR in lieu of the
required 65% FAR. The property is in the R-4/RC zoning district.
6. Subcommittee Reports
7. Open Discussion
8. Adjourn
City of Neptune Beach
Community Development Department
116 First Street • Neptune Beach, Florida 32266-6140
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MINUTES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
APRIL 8, 2026 6:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
116 First Street
Neptune Beach, Florida 32266
Pursuant to proper notice a public h …
Mon May 4, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider bank development and budget amendment for vehicle purchase
The City Council will review development plans, a variance, and a mural request for a new bank at 626 Atlantic Blvd. The body is also considering a budget amendment to authorize the purchase of a vehicle and an ordinance regarding the use of public rights-of-way.
- Preliminary Development Plan for a 1,978 square foot bank at 626 Atlantic Blvd
- Variance request for 626 Atlantic Blvd to permit 30% building frontage instead of 70%
- Ordinance No. 2026-05 to amend the FY 2025-26 Operating Budget for a vehicle purchase
- Stormwater improvement change orders for Myra, Margaret, and South Streets
- Ordinance No. 2026-04 regarding abandoning or private use of public property or rights-of-way
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✓ Decided: Council starts hurricane season cleanup campaign
The Neptune Beach City Council met and discussed the upcoming hurricane season, initiating a cleanup campaign to clear yards of debris and remove items that could become hazards. The meeting was called to order by Mayor and seconded by Vice Mayor, with all members present. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.
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AGENDA
Regular City Council Meeting
Monday, May 4, 2026, 6:00 PM
Council Chambers, 116 First Street, Neptune Beach, Florida
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. AWARDS / PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITION OF GUESTS / NONE
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. April 6, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
April 20, 2026, Special City Council Meeting
April 20, 2026, Workshop City Council Meeting
April 20, 2026, Town Hall Meeting
4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
6. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Water Plant High Service Pump Replacements
B. Stormwater Improvements on Myra, Margaret and South Streets – Change Order 2 for
Asphalt Milling and Additional Paving
C. Stormwater Improvements on Myra, Margaret and South Streets – Change Order 3 for Water
Main Conflict Resolution
D. Dancin' in the Streets Event - Final Approval
7. VARIANCES / SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS / DEVELOPMENT ORDERS
A. V26-03: Application for variance as outlined in Chapter 27 Article III Division 8 of the Unified
Land Development Code of Neptune Beach for Fifth Third Bank/BDG Architects for the
property currently known 626 Atlantic Blvd (RE# 172398-0100). The applicant requests a
variance from table 27-239 C-3 frontage buildout to permit a 30% building frontage in lieu of
the required 70% building frontage. The property is in the C-3 Zoning District.
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Fri May 1, 2026 · 14:30
City Council
Mon Apr 6, 2026
City Council
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
5 yea
Cori Bylund yea · Nia Livingston yea · Josh Messinger yea · Brent Rogers yea · Tim Horvath yea
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $16.5M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER - CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT STORY |
| $15.5M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER - PRODUCTION AND SUSTAINMENT SU |
| $15.1M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER - CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT STORY |
| $14.4M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WMS/FLIS EXTENDED SITE SUPPORT (STRATEGIC PROGRAMS) |
| $9.9M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER - PMO SUPPORT SERVICES |
| $9.8M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER - WAREHOUSE EXECUTION SYSTEM DE |
| $8.3M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER - CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT |
| $6.9M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER - PRODUCTION/SUSTAINMENT SUPPOR |
| $6.0M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER - WMS DISTRIBUTION OPERATIONS |
| $5.2M | C5MI INSIGHT LLC Department of Defense · WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TASK ORDER -APPLICATIONS SECURITY SUPPORT |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Duval County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments28,342 (508,104 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,730/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy21.2% (low numeracy 34% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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