92-37 v Resolution #92- 37
A Resolution of the City of Atlantic Beach
In Regard to the appropriation of Funds for the
1st Phase of the TownCenter Project
WHEREAS, the goal of the TownCenter Project is to create a Beaches
community TownCenter, which serves as a place of identity for
people of the Beaches , as well as a gateway for Greater
Jacksonville . The primary feature of TownCenter will be a
tree-lined avenue and brick paved sidewalks on the north and
south sides of Atlantic Boulevard from Third Street to the
Ocean. Additional phases of the project will extend these
same streetscape features north on Ocean Boulevard and south
on First Street to Orange Street.
WHEREAS , another goal of TownCenter will be to create streets
which enhance the compatibility of cars and pedestrians . This
will be achieved by additional and more clearly defined
parking areas . Pedestrian safety will be improved by
narrowing the street and the creation of enlarged sidewalks .
WHEREAS , by refining the character and ambiance of the key center
of the north beaches community, both Atlantic and Neptune
Beaches will make an important future investment for all area
residents . TownCenter can become an impetus for controlled
growth and economic stability for the area . Finally,
TownCenter will give the beaches a positive identity and a
pride of place.
WHEREAS , the 1st Phase will consist of the area beginning at Ocean
Boulevard and First Street to the Ocean in both Atlantic and
Neptune Beach with plans to commence construction in the early
part of 1993 .
WHEREAS , this is an appropriation of the convention development
tax funds in accordance with the law authorizing such tax;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Budget of 1992/1993
under special revenues , the Convention Development Tax Fund is
hereby amended to provide $25 , 000 as an appropriation for the
construction and development of Phase 1 of th- ownCenter P oject .
ATTEST:
Maureen King, 0 William I . Gu ifo, d'
City Clerk Mayor/Presiding Of icj
App ,ved as t" form and correctness:
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!ran C. en, Esquire
City A ney