4-22-24 Regular Commission Meeting Adopted MinutesMINUTES
sy:L'!r Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, April 22, 2024 - 6:30 PM
Commission Chamber
City Hall, 800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER:
Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Mayor Ford called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. CC Bartle
called the roll.
ATTENDANCE:
Present: Curtis Ford, Mayor - Seat 1
Bruce Bole, Commissioner - Seat 2 (District 1308)
Michael Waters, Commissioner - Seat 3 (District 1307)
Candace Kelly, Commissioner - Seat 4 (District 1306)
Jessica Ring, Commissioner - Seat 5 (District 1312)
Also Present: William B. Killingsworth, City Manager (CM)
Kevin Hogencamp, Deputy City Manager (DCM)
Jason Gabriel, City Attorney (CA)
Donna Bartle, City Clerk (CC)
Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk (DCC)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
IA. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission Meetings held on March 25 and April
8, 2024.
Mayor Ford asked if there were any corrections or changes needed. There were no
corrections to the minutes. Mayor Ford stated the minutes stand as submitted.
2. COURTESY OF FLOOR TO VISITORS
2.A. Boys and Girls Club of Northeast Florida update - Paul Martinez, President/CEO
Mr. Martinez provided an update and answered questions from the Commission.
2.B. 2024 Water Conservation Proclamation
Mayor Ford briefly spoke about this proclamation.
2.C. Scout Lodge of Troop 37 proclamation
Regular City Commission
April 22, 2024
Mr. Daniele Giovannucci spoke about his troop and allowed two of the scouts to tell
everyone what the Scout Law is. Commissioners spoke positively about the impact of
Boy Scouts.
Mayor Ford read the proclamation and provided a copy to Mr. Giovannucci (which is
attached hereto and made part of this Official Record as Attachment A).
4-22-24 Attachment A
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Ford explained the process for public comments and opened the Courtesy of the
Floor to Visitors. CC Bartle called each speaker to the podium.
April Carney, School Board Member - District 2 provided a statement regarding
Atlantic Beach Elementary (ABE) and encouraged everyone to continue to bring
concerns to the school board. Mrs. Carney answered questions from the Commission.
Doug Conkey spoke about the importance of water conservation.
Penny Rauckis encouraged the community to continue to advocate for ABE.
Marcus Pickering expressed that he would like for the City to explore legal remedies
in the event of a school closure.
Stacey Chrisman spoke about the value of ABE.
Emily Hall explained reasons why ABE should not be closed.
Lisa Herrold expressed support for ABE.
Lea Hansen advocated for ABE.
James Cummings encouraged everyone to continue advocating for ABE.
Sarah Boren spoke about updates from ESC and the heritage trees that are being
dedicated.
Jane Stevens made suggestions regarding water conservation.
Gabe Moses expressed that he would not want to lose ABE.
Meeting Recessed at 7:24 PM.
Meeting Reconvened at 7:34 PM.
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (May -July 2024)
Regular City Commission
April 22, 2024
CM Killingsworth reported as detailed in the agenda.
MOTION. Approve the 90 -Day Calendar.
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second. Michael Waters
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Seconded By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Moved By)
For
Motion passed S to 0.
3.B. Naming Policy
CM Killingsworth briefly reported as detailed in the agenda and requested guidance from
the Commission. The Commission provided comments and directed CM Killingsworth
to bring this item back as a resolution.
3.C. Additional Updates
• Informed the Commission that a resolution will be brought forth regarding Dora
Street.
• Made suggestions regarding bicycle signs on Beach Avenue and answered
questions from the Commission. CA Gabriel expressed that he would complete
research on this and report back to the Commission.
4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Bole
• Encouraged everyone to support the Boy Scouts, Boys' and Girls' Clubs and children
enrichment programs alike.
• Spoke about water conservation in regard to the lift station generator. CM Killingsworth
reported that this discussion is ongoing.
Commissioner Kelly
• Expressed appreciation to those that clean up after baseball and farmers market events.
Commissioner Ring
• Reported that the Town Hall meeting was a great success.
• Thanked April Carney and the Boys and Girls Clubs for their involvement in the
community.
Commissioner Waters
• Expressed that he is happy to see the support for ABE.
• Briefly spoke about the traffic and parking issues as it relates to baseball and the farmers
market.
Regular City Commission
April 22, 2024
Mayor Ford
• Asked if the City has looked into water conservation solutions. CM Killingsworth
mentioned that he would look into the logistics.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
None.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
6.A. Authorize the City Manager to approve the purchase order in the amount of
$25,119.90 to Gruhn May, Inc. for the labor and materials to install the pipe system
from the well to the ground storage tank.
6.B. Approve the 9-1-1 Interlocal Agreement for the distribution of 9-1-1 funds for can
taker salaries and authorize the City Manager to sign the 9-1-1 Interlocal
Agreement between the City of Atlantic Beach and the City of Jacksonville.
MOTION. Approve the consent agenda as written.
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second. Michael Waters
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Seconded By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Moved By)
For
Motion passed S to 0.
7. COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
8. ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
8.A. RESOLUTION NO. 24-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
DESIGNATING A FORTY-SIX INCH -DIAMETER LIVE OAK TREE AT 401
SKATE ROAD AS A HERITAGE TREE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained the resolution and answered questions from the
Commission.
MOTION: Approve Resolution (No.) 24-16.
Regular City Commission
April 22, 2024
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second: Candace Kelly
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Michael Waters
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
8.B. RESOLUTION NO. 24-17
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
DESIGNATING A FIFTY INCH -DIAMETER LIVE OAK TREE AT 1644 SEA
OATS DRIVE AS A HERITAGE TREE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained the resolution.
MOTION: Approve Resolution No. 24-17.
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second. Bruce Bole
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Seconded By)
For
Michael Waters
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Moved By)
For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
8.C. RESOLUTION NO. 24-18
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
DESIGNATING A THIRTY-FIVE INCH -DIAMETER LIVE OAK TREE AND A
THIRTY-EIGHT INCH -DIAMETER LIVE OAK TREE AT 1865 HICKORY
LANE AS A HERITAGE TREE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained the resolution.
MOTION: Adopt Resolution No. 24-18.
Regular City Commission
April 22, 2024
Motion: Michael Waters
Second. Jessica Ring
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Seconded By)
For
Motion passed S to 0.
9. ACTION ON ORDINANCES
None.
10. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
None.
11. CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS
CC Bartle
• Reported that she will not be at the next meeting.
12. CLOSING COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY MANAGER
Commissioner Ring
• Thanked CM Killingsworth for presenting the naming policy.
• Expressed that she would like everyone to advocate for rezoning ABE to include all of
AB.
Commissioner Kelly
• Asked about the upcoming parade. DCM Hogencamp reported on the plans.
Commissioner Bole
• Expressed that ABE should be addressed from a standpoint of a school board member.
Mayor Ford
• Agreed with Commissioner Bole's sentiments regarding ABE.
• Expressed that he would like to look into the possibility of obtaining a covered shelter
for future Acoustic Night events.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:05 PM.
Attest:
Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk
Date Approved: U 5 � 3 — 2. o Z4
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Curtis Ford, Mayor
Regular City Commission
April 22, 2024
Attachment A to
4-22-24 Minutes
Proclamation of the
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Recognizing
The Scout Lodge of Troop 37 as a unique and treasured piece
of the Atlantic Beach community
WHEREAS, the Scout Lodge of Troop 37, affectionately known as the "Red Hut," stands
as a heritage and culture landmark within our Atlantic Beach community, representing a significant
part of Florida's history as one of the longest standing Scout structures in the state; and
WHEREAS, for generations, the Scout Lodge has been a beacon of character
development, instilling values of trustworthiness, helpfulness, friendliness, courtesy, obedience,
cheerfulness, and reverence in countless Boy and Cub Scouts; and
WHEREAS, we recognize the invaluable role of Scouting in fostering a sense of belonging
and responsibility within our community, as well as in shaping the future leaders and citizens of
Atlantic Beach; and
WHEREAS, it is imperative to ensure the preservation and upkeep of this cherished
building for the benefit of current and future generations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Curtis Ford, Mayor of Atlantic Beach, do
hereby proclaim that the Scout Lodge (Hut) is officially recognized as a unique and treasured piece
of our city's culture and history. Furthermore, I encourage the community to join me in pledging
its support to the efforts aimed at safeguarding and maintaining the Scout Lodge, ensuring its
continued service to the community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set
my hand and caused the Official Seal of
the City of Atlantic Beach to be affixed
this 22' day of April 2024,
Curtis ord, M#Yor