5-28-24 Regular Commission Meeting Adopted MinutesMINUTES
Regular City Commission Meeting
r Tuesday, May 28, 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)
Victor Gualillo, Police Chief (PC)
Amanda Askew, Planning & Community Development Dir. (PCDD)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
IA. Approve minutes of the Town Hall meeting held on January 20, 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.
1B. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission meeting held on May 13, 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
Mayor Ford explained the process for public comments and opened the Courtesy of the Floor to
Visitors.
PUBLIC COMMENT
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CC Bartle called each speaker to the podium.
Ellen Glasser spoke in support of Atlantic Beach Elementary (ABE) School and
expressed opinions on the Charter Review Committee (CRC) recommendations.
Sarah Boren provided suggestions for the CRC recommendations.
Carol Schwarz spoke about the CRC recommendations.
Lisa Herrold thanked the CRC and spoke about the proposed recommendations.
Susanne Barker spoke about the CRC recommendations.
Gretchen Deters -Murray provided recommendations to the CRC proposed
recommendations.
Elizabeth Rozas spoke about her work at the University of North Florida regarding
environmental stewardship.
Dan Giovanucci spoke about the importance of the environment being included in the
Charter revisions.
Nancy Staats spoke about the importance of the tree canopy, resiliency, and the
proposed Charter amendments.
Did not wish to speak:
Nathan Patrick Hale Jr. is in support of agenda item 8B.
Amy Palmer is in support of agenda item 8B.
Melissa Melba is in support of agenda item 8B.
Spoke:
Jackie Beckenbach spoke in support of environmental stewardship being a part of
the Charter amendments.
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. 90 -Day Calendar (June -Aug. 2024)
CM Killingsworth reported as detailed in the agenda packet. He spoke about a
tentatively scheduled joint Commission and Community Development Board (CDB)
workshop for June 17, 2024. He spoke about Resolution No. 13-08 as it pertains to the
scheduling of Town Hall meetings. The Commission agreed to schedule the July Town
Hall for July 27, 2024. CM Killingsworth encouraged the Commission to begin thinking
about dates for budget workshops.
There was a CONSENSUS to accept the calendar as amended.
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4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Bole
• Expressed that the Memorial Day service went well.
• He spoke about the importance of hurricane preparedness and inquired about the status
of the lifeguard station. PC Gualillo provided a brief update to the Commission.
Commissioner Kelly
• Reminded everyone that the school year is almost over and encouraged everyone to
remain aware of kids playing in neighborhoods.
• She asked about the status of the beach renourishment. Mayor Ford responded that the
renourishment was paused but is back operating.
Commissioner Ring
• Asked about the status of the splash pad. CM Killingsworth responded that it is being
inspected and tested and is expected to be open the first week of June. She inquired about
the status of the Almost Home property. CM Killingsworth responded that the final
walkthrough is scheduled for this week, final paperwork has just bene received, and it is
scheduled to close on Thursday.
Commissioner Waters
• Expressed his thanks and gratitude for the Memorial Day service. He spoke about the
emotions surrounding the possible closing of ABE.
Mayor Ford
• Thanked Commissioner Ring for her speech regarding the possible closing of ABE.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
None.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
None.
7. COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
8. ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
8.A. RESOLUTION NO. 24-24
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF A $200,000 US DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION OFFICE OF
SAFETY FOR A SAFE STREETS AND ROADS FOR ALL GRANT AND $50,000
CITY FUNDS TO KIMLEY-HORN TO CREATE A VISION ZERO ACTION
PLAN; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS
AND PURCHASE ORDERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY
TO EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
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Item was tabled to after Ordinance No. 20-24-173.
8.11. RESOLUTION NO. 24-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
ACCEPTING THE FINAL REPORT OF THE CHARTER REVIEW
COMMITTEE AND DIRECTING STAFF TO DRAFT AN ORDINANCE FOR
CITY COMMISSION CONSIDERATION MOVING THE CHARTER
AMENDMENT PROCESS FORWARD; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
Mayor Ford explained the process for placing recommendations, as numbered in the
resolution, into an ordinance.
Commissioner Bole spoke about the reasoning behind the current charter wording.
Mayor Ford suggested discussing specific topics leading to simple administrative
changes. He addressed the proposed amendments as follows:
#4 — CA Gabriel explained the proposed changes regarding this item.
#7 — Mayor Ford stated this change is for clarification purposes.
#8 — CA Gabriel explained the proposed changes regarding this item.
CC Bartle offered clarification on the election certification process. A conversation
ensued regarding proposed amendment #4. The Commission agreed to keep the
proposed changes as is.
#3 - A conversation ensued regarding the suggested edits to the wording. The
Commission agreed to leave the suggested edits.
#1 - Mayor Ford agreed with the suggested edits. Commissioner Waters expressed
concerns about the proposed wording and preferred that no edits be made. Commissioner
Bole asked about the cost of previous primary elections. CA Gabriel mentioned he could
check the cost with the Supervisor of Elections. A conversation ensued regarding the
process of a primary election. Mayor Ford expressed that he has heard the comments and
that he would like to leave the proposed amendment as is and continue discussion at the
next Commission meeting.
#2 — Commissioner Bole explained why he does not support this item. Commissioner
Ring provided a summary of 2022 voting data she received from the Supervisor of
Elections. She expressed that she is not in support of this proposed amendment.
Commissioner Waters expressed that he is not in support of this proposed amendment.
Mayor Ford expressed that he is not in support of this proposed amendment. There was
a CONSENSUS to remove this proposed amendment from the recommendation to City
staff (to not move this recommendation forward).
#6 - Commissioner Bole asked for clarification regarding the suggested edits and CA
Gabriel explained the proposed changes and that it is a policy call when deciding on
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where to place this recommendation. Commissioner Ring asked about previously added
priorities. CM Killingsworth clarified the priorities and stated that the proposed changes
would solidify the Commission's authority. Commissioner Ring suggested the proposed
changes be put on the ballot for the citizens to vote on. Mayor Ford expressed that he is
not completely certain of this recommendation and advised postponing this topic to the
next meeting for further discussion.
#5 — The Commission agreed to include this item in an ordinance.
Mayor Ford summarized the discussion by stating everything would be included in an
ordinance, except proposal #2 and #8.
CM Killingsworth suggested keeping each item separate when placed on the referendum.
The Commission agreed to keep the items separate.
MOTION: Approve Resolution (No.) 24-28, striking #2, #8, and amending section one to
read City Commission hereby accepts the final report of the Charter Review Committee effective
May 20, 2024.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second: Candace Kelly
CC Bartle discussed proposed amendment #4, she explained that Section 5 is not what would be
changed and that the changed Sections would be 14, 40, and 41. She recommended that
anywhere that it's stated "the second Monday in November" be changed to the second Monday
in December. A conversation ensued regarding the wording of the item.
Motion passed unanimously S to 0.
MOTION: Amended Motion: Approve Resolution (No.) 24-28, striking #2, #8, and amending
section one to read City Commission hereby accepts the final report of the Charter Review
Committee effective May 20, 2024. Adding language to proposed amendment #4 to read "the
first regular scheduled meeting in December or the certification of election results, whichever is
latter."
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.
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9. ACTION ON ORDINANCES
9.A. ORDINANCE NO. 20-24-173, Public Hearing and Final Reading
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY
OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING
OCTOBER 1, 2023 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2024, AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
The public hearing was opened, there were no speakers, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
MOTION: Approve Ordinance No. 20-24-173.
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second. Michael Waters
Commissioner Bole asked if this changed anything regarding the budget. CM Killingsworth
explained the appropriations.
Commissioner Kelly asked how the City qualified for this grant. PCDD Askew explained the
history and the requirements of the grant applied for and awarded.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Seconded By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Moved By)
For
Motion passed S to 0.
S.A. RESOLUTION NO. 24-24
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF A $200,000 US DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION OFFICE OF
SAFETY FOR A SAFE STREETS AND ROADS FOR ALL GRANT AND $50,000
CITY FUNDS TO KIMLEY-HORN TO CREATE A VISION ZERO ACTION
PLAN; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS
AND PURCHASE ORDERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY
TO EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution, again.
MOTION: Adopt Resolution No. 24-24.
Motion: Michael Waters
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Second. Candace Kelly
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Moved Bv)
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
10. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
None.
11. CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS
None.
12. CLOSING COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY MANAGER
Commissioner Ring
Asked about the status of the removed proposed Charter amendments and when future
discussions would be held about them. CM Killingsworth mentioned the Commission
directed him to create ordinances to implement those specific items to be brought before
the Commission for consideration. Discussion ensued regarding policy changes. There
was a CONSENSUS to hold these discussions during regular meetings regarding these
changes.
Commissioner Bole
• Mentioned that pulling proposed charter amendment #2 was one of the most important
things the Commission has done for the City.
Commissioner Kelly
• Inquired about a closing date for the community survey. DCM Hogencamp mentioned
that it would close Friday, May 31, 2024. Mayor Ford asked when the Commission
would receive a report on the results. CM Killingsworth responded that the results would
be given to the Commission as soon as they were available.
CM Killingsworth
• Asked the Commission for a date to schedule a joint workshop with the CDB. CM
Killingsworth expressed that he would discuss alternative date options with the other
meeting participants.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:25 PM.
Attest: a'1tiYt.Q
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Date Approved: 7812 J
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