07-8-24 Budget Workshop
City of Atlantic Beach
Agenda
Budget Workshop
Monday, July 8, 2024 - 5:30 p.m.
City Hall, Commission Chamber
800 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Page(s)
CALL TO ORDER
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
2. TOPICS
Budget Workshop #1 Presentation
Budget Workshop #1 Presentation
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2.A.
Budget Policy
2.B.
Revenue Overview
2.C.
Expense Overview
2.D.
General Government
2.E.
Other Topics
ADJOURNMENT
This meeting will be live-streamed and videotaped. The video recording will be posted within
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submit a request to the City Clerk. For your convenience, forms for this purpose are available
at the entrance to the Commission Chamber.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes,
persons with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should
contact the City Clerk’s Office prior to the meeting.
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Proposed FY2024‐25 Annual Operating BudgetBudget Workshop 1July 8, 20241Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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AgendaJuly 8, 2024IntroductionBudget PolicyRevenue OverviewExpense OverviewGeneral GovernmentOther TopicsAugust 12, 2024Public SafetyRecreationOther TopicsJuly 22, 2024Building, Planning and ZoningPublic UtilitiesPublic WorksOther TopicsAugust 26, 2024 (Tentative)2Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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3In Atlantic Beach, we have a strong sense of belonging and safety. Our citizens and government care deeply about community character and understand that unified support is required to preserve it. We are graced with the functional beauty of our beach, our marsh, and our tree canopy. Our shady streets and multi‐use paths connect our welcoming neighborhoods and vibrant local businesses. Our city supports our diverse, multigenerational, socially linked community with green spaces, active lifestyles, parks, and programming.Vision Statement3Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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4•Create a strong sense of belonging and safety•Preserve community character•Connect our neighborhoods and businesses•Promote a socially linked community through green spaces, active lifestyles, parks, and programming•Maintain a strong financial condition suitable for implementing the City’s visionThemes4Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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IntroductionAn Annual Operating Budget is one of the City’s most important work products that a City Manager is tasked with.This document gives the City Officials the authority to collect revenues and pay the expenses.It allocates the resources among departments in line with the Commission’s priorities and policies by setting limits on how much each department can spend. 5Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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FY2023‐24 Capital AccomplishmentsPickle-ball Court ExpansionDonner Park Splash PadLevy Road 8’ Wide Bike PathDutton Island Fishing Pier Deck and Rail ReplacementHowell Park Turtle Bridge ReplacementNew Crosswalk at Plaza and SailfishInstalled Two New AC Units in the Chambers and two in City HallPainted and replaced the rotten wood at Adele GrageCommunity CenterConstruction of the Public Works Building6Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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FY2023‐24 Capital AccomplishmentsInstalled New Theater Chairs in Adele GrageSherman’s Creek Cleaning2024 Milling and PavingSpeed Humps on Main StreetTide View Pier and walkway Deck and Rail Replacement18th Street Walkover widening and Deck ReplacementAhern Street bike pathAquatic Drive ProjectCutlass Drive CulvertMarshside Ditch Cleaning Contract7Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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FY2023‐24 Capital AccomplishmentsStanley Road DrainageMary Street DrainageWTP #1 Modernization WTP #1 (1,500 Gallon Diesel Tank for Generator) WTP #3 New Well and Pump Construction Large Water Meter Replacement Program Construct 110 LF of 12” PVC Watermain along Mayport Rd Construct 250 LF of 12” PVC Watermain Mayport Rd @ A1A Odor Control Implementation Wastewater Treatment Plant8Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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FY2023‐24 Capital AccomplishmentsPhiladelphia Mixer Replacement WWTP replacing broken mixer used during the treatment process. WWTP Yard Task LightingInspect & Repaint Hydro Tanks Buccaneer Lift Station Retrofit (Flood Proofing)Lifeguard Station renovationPurchase of 100 W 1stStreet Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System9Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Budget PolicyThe Budget Policy is a document adopted by the City Commission that sets the guidelines for a City Manager to propose a budget.This ensures that during the process the most important criteria are met in the construction of the budget.This creates the minimum expectations for the elected officials and the citizens.10Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Budget Policy HighlightsWorkshopsCurrent Level of ServiceCurrent Tax RateBalanced25% Operating ReservesAll Authorized Positions Funded 11Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Total Revenues by Fund 2025Proposed2024 2025 % ChangeGeneral Fund 18,696,633 18,596,691 (0.53)Special Revenue Funds 3,790,348 3,989,027 5.24Debt Service Funds 122,364 119,347 (2.47)Capital Project Fund 5,773,680 5,073,042 (12.14)Enterprise Funds 27,468,948 27,555,283 0.31Trust Funds 3,294,322 3,194,053 (3.04)Total Revenues $59,146,295 $58,527,443 (1.05%)12Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Revenue in SummaryProperty Taxes Maintain Millage at 2.8410State Shared Rev Estimated No IncreaseTransfers ReducedUtility Rates Estimated 3% IncreaseSanitation Rates 3.7% Increase Effective Storm Water Fees Estimated 9% IncreasePermit Fees No Permit Fee IncreaseOther User Fees No IncreaseGrants $2,882,250/As Needed13Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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2024 Total Proposed Millages17.506317.956018.030918.254818.660016.800017.000017.200017.400017.600017.800018.000018.200018.400018.600018.8000Atlantic Beach City ofJacksonvilleNeptune Beach Town ofBaldwinJax BeachAgenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Office of Property Appraiser Proposed 2024 MillagesDuval County46%School Board37%Atlantic Beach16%Water Management District1%Duval CountySchool BoardAtlantic BeachWater Management District15Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Total Expenditures by Fund2024 2025 %ChangeGeneral Fund 18,696,633 18,596,69 (0.53)Special Revenue Funds 3,790,348 3,989,027 5.24Debt Service Funds 122,364 119,34 (2.47)Capital Project Fund 5,773,680 5,073,042 (12.14)Enterprise Funds 27,468,948 27,555,283 0.31Trust Funds 3,294,322 3,194,053 (3.04)Total Expenses $59,146,295 $58,527,443 (1.05)16Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Resource Allocation2024 2025 % ChangePersonnel Services 13,714,965 14,490,985 5.7Operating Expenses 18,964,789 19,020,266 0.3Capital Outlay 17,828,307 17,559,772 (1.5)Debt Service 2,089,830 2,088,714 (0.1)Grants and Aids 93,000 90,00 (3.2)Other Uses 6,455,405 5,277,70 (18.2)Total Expenses $59,146,295 $58,527,443 (1.05%) 17Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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General Fund Revenue Diversification18Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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General Fund Expense Distribution19Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Personnel Services SummaryRaises of 5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)20% Change20252024Personnel 7.43,348,4643,116,653General Govt.4.55,890,1135,635,580Public Safety5.33,055,1952,901,053Physical Environment5.41,288,2421,222,677Transportation4.3122,316117,292Human Services9786,655721,709Culture and Recreation5.7%$14,490,985$13,714,965TotalAgenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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General LiabilityGeneral Liability – The Insurance cost are allocated based on the policy to the various departments depending on the coverage of the policy. The policies include Auto, General Liability, Public Official and Employee Liability, Environmental, Fiduciary and Police Statutory and Liability. 2024 Estimate $712,6422025 Budget $819,539Increase of 15% $106,89621Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Health InsuranceHealth Insurance included is available for all full time employees. This budget includes an estimated 15% rate increase. We also conservatively assume any vacant positions will request the coverage although there is varying levels of participation due to turnover.2024 Estimate $1,566,0002025 Budget $1,800,900 Increase $234,90022Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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General Government2024 2025 %ChangeCity Commission 67,971 69,367 2.05City Manager 642,822 635,360 (1.16)City Clerk 394,746 396,564 0.46Finance and Accting 1,373,025 1,441,127 4.96Human Resources 282,141 313,472 11.10Information Technology 914,812 994,930 8.76Total $3,675,517 $3,850,820 4.77
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DepartmentsCommissionReduction in Aid to Government Agencies (Neptune Beach Senior Center)City ManagerReduction in Expected Personal Leave Payout City ClerkRemoval of Records Management ConsultantRecords Management Specialist Reclassification24Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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DepartmentsFinance and AccountingRemoved Positions: Utility Billing Supervisor and Customer Service Supervisor Added new positions: Customer Service/Utility Billing Supervisor and Customer Service SpecialistHuman ResourcesIncrease in 401 Contribution MatchHR Software Annual Renewal (NeoGov)Information TechnologyIncrease from 10% to 100% of IT Support Tech I SalaryPhone System ConsultingNew Licenses for Software 25Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Included Capital ProjectsRehab and Paint Both Ground Storage Tanks $250,000WTP # 2 Modernization Construction $1,300,000WTP # 2 Engineering Evaluation and Pump Repair $100,000Blast and Paint Ground Storage Tanks at WTP # 3 $100,000Replace Chlorine Gas With Hypo‐Chlorite at WTP # 3 $150,000Construction of Ground Storage Tank and Chemical Feed Building at WTP 2 $2,300,000Replace Services on Garden Lane $275,000Phase 2 of Sherry Drive WM Extension $1,600,000Replace Water Services on Seminole Road $120,000Service Line and Valve Replacements (Various) $100,000Retro High Priority L/S Due to Flooding at Cavalla L/S $400,00020thStreet L/S New Generator $95,000Infiltration and Inflow Control Assessment and Implementation $500,000Retro High Priority L/S Vulnerable to Flooding (TBD) $500,000Replacement of Clay Service Lines $200,000New Building with Lab, Locker Room and Office Area $100,00026Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Included Capital ProjectsConstruct Hypochlorite Building $950,000Replace Influent Headworks Piping $1,100,000Odor Control Assessment and Implementation $200,000Replace Hoffman Blower $300,000Replace Allen Bradley SLC 500 SCADA $100,000Replace Digester Catwalk $185,030Replace Oldest Truck with Mack Truck $325,000Ahern Drainage Improvements $500,000Mary Street Improvements $415,000Dutton Island Road Drainage Improvements $70,000Creek Restoration Pilot Project $50,000ROW Parking Pads With Turfblock $50,000Little Wonder Monster Leaf Vacuum, $55,000Purchase of Dora Drive $1,100,000Ahern Street Complete Streets $550,000Milling and Paving $215,862Sidewalks Throughout City as Needed $125,00027Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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Included Capital ProjectsReplace Bull Park Cabana At Mailbox Area $60,00016thStreet Beach Walkover $650,000Beaches Veterans Memorial Park Project $25,000Dune Walkover Maintenance and Repairs $222,180Dutton Island Park Replacement/Rehab Causeway Bridge Sheetpiling $900,000Levy Road Multi‐Use Path $650,000100 West 1stStreet $226,00028Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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EnhancementsJordan Park Roof Replacement $65,000Critical Public Facilities High Exposure Evaluation and Improvements $80,000Patrol Vehicle 3% Price Increase $150,000Admin Detective Vehicle $35,000Removed Lifeguard ATV $20,00050‐Year Drainage Plan Evaluation Major Drainageways and Projects $200,000Replacement of 6 Bay Barn With Metal 6 Bay Building $300,000Scorpion II Trailer Attenuator With Mobile Traffic /Signal Board $50,000Hustler X One 52" Zero Turner Mower $11,000Two New Street Division Trucks $86,000Turtle Crawl $25,000Building Improv. to Baker and Jordan Centers $100,000Gail Baker Center Expansion $500,000Adele Grage Roof Replacement $50,000Gail Baker Center Flooring Upgrades $20,000Garage Shed With Concrete Floor at PW Yard $20,0008x10 Shed for Baker Center $15,000Rebuild Last Tideviews Park Deck & North Kayak Ramp $125,00029Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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EnhancementsAquatic Dog Park Bulkhead in Pond $90,000Donner Park Pickleball Restroom Upgrades $17,000Tideviews Restroom Upgrades $17,000Two New Picnic Cabanas at Donner Splash Pad $50,000Tennis and Basketball Court Surfaces $150,000Tideviews Kayak Launch Replacement $40,000Veterans' Park Pavilion and Grill $30,000Rose Park Playground Equipment $60,000Marvin Gardens Upgrade Playground Equipment $45,000City‐wide Upgrade Playground Equipment $150,000Replace P65 2011 Ford Ranger $43,000New Truck to Replace #59 or #P3 $43,000Landscaping that Hides Public Property $10,000Mayport Flyover ‐Landscaping/Irrigation Upgrades $25,000)Atlantic Blvd. Smart Irrigation $25,000Seminole/Atlantic Beautification $25,00030Agenda Item #08 Jul 2024
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