6-24-24 Regular Commission Meeting Adopted MinutesMINUTES
AM& Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, June 24, 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. DCC Nichols
called the roll.
ATTENDANCE:
Present: Curtis Ford, Mayor - Seat
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)
Scott Thomas, City Attorney (CA)
Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk (DCC)
Amanda Askew, Planning & Community Development Dir. (PCDD)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
None.
2. COURTESY OF FLOOR TO VISITORS
Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle School Robotics Club
DCM Hogencamp introduced Aaron Lakatos, Principal and Todd Caraway, Robotics
Club Coordinator.
Mr. Caraway spoke about the Robotics Club, their most recent awards, and thanked the
Commission for their support. The Robotics Club presented a plaque to the City,
provided business cards (which is attached hereto and made part of this Official Record
as Attachment A), and took a photo with the Commission.
6-24-24 Attachment A
2.A. Certificate of Completion
Mayor Ford presented the award as detailed in the agenda packet to Commissioner Ring
and took a photo with the Commission.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Ford explained the process for public comments and opened the Courtesy of the
Floor to Visitors. DCC Nichols called each speaker to the podium.
Sarah Boren spoke in support of Ordinance No. 33-24-26.
Brinkley Harrell expressed concerns about City processes.
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (June - August 2024)
CM Killingsworth reported as detailed in the agenda. He expressed that he expects to
have the items for the budget workshop the Friday before the meeting.
There was a CONSENSUS to approve the 90 -Day Calendar.
Mayor Ford introduced CA Thomas.
3.B. Proposed Tennis Instructor Regulations
CM Killingsworth briefly explained why this policy has been placed before the
Commission. DCM Hogencamp explained the policy as detailed in the agenda packet.
He explained that the intent is to have the policy approved by resolution at a future
meeting. DCM Hogencamp answered questions from the Commission. It was agreed to
clarify the usage of the court to note that the time a group takes possession of the court,
is when their 90 minutes will start. Commissioner Bole suggested notifying instructors
of the next Town Hall meeting.
3.C. Community Centers Survey
PCDD Askew presented as detailed in a PowerPoint (which is attached hereto and made
part of this Official Record as Attachment B).
6-24-24 Attachment B
4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Ring
• Inquired about the Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) records request. CM
Killingsworth reported that he has received a response indicating that the cost will be
determined by June 25, 2024 and that documents would be released incrementally as
they are found.
Commissioner Bole
• Expressed that he would like to know the cost of renaming a park.
• Asked about the status of the lift station. CM Killingsworth reported that staff is looking
to place it in the CIP for next year.
Commissioner Kelly
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6.
7.
8.
• Spoke about the Atlantic Beach Elementary (ABE) school zone lights.
• Expressed that she needed information on how to report junk mail with the new email
system.
• Inquired about the CIP on the website.
Mayor Ford
• Inquired about the status of the water quality grant. CM Killingsworth indicated that the
status is unknown.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Ford read the consent agenda items.
6.A. Authorize the City Manager to approve the purchase order in the amount of
$33,441.35 for Guardian Fueling Technologies for the labor and materials to
remove the old fuel tanks and install the new 1500 -gallon fuel tank at Water
Treatment Plant #1.
6.B. Approve the schedule of seven additional streets to be resurfaced in the 2024
Milling and Paving Project at a cost of $139,154.77.
MOTION. Approve the Consent Agenda (items 6A, 613) as written.
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.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
8.A. Resolution No. 24-31
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
ACCEPTING THE JUNE 10, 2024, REPORT OF THE SAFETY, TRAFFIC AND
PARKING COMMITTEE AND DIRECTING STAFF TO DRAFT POLICIES,
RESOLUTIONS AND/OR ORDINANCES FOR CITY COMMISSION
CONSIDERATION MOVING THE SAFETY, TRAFFIC AND PARKING
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS FORWARD; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained the resolution as detailed in the agenda packet.
6-24-24 Attachment C
MOTION. Adopt Resolution No. 24-31.
Motion: Michael Waters
Second: Bruce Bole
Commissioner Bole asked for clarification of the resolution. CM Killingsworth explained that
this is a response to the parking issues that have been brought before the STOP committee.
Commissioner Ring inquired about making future changes if needed. CM Killingsworth
clarified what the resolution is doing. Mayor Ford commented that some changes will be
ordinances and some changes will be brought forth in policies created by the CM.
Commissioner Kelly commented on policy issues.
Commissioner Waters emphasized the importance of these issues.
CM Killingsworth noted that in terms of parking the wrong way, he has instructed Chief Gualillo
to issue warning tickets.
DCM Hogencamp presented an updated copy of the resolution to correct a typo on page 4. The
corrected resolution is attached hereto and made part of this Official Record as Attachment C.
MOTION. Adopt Resolution (No.) 24-31 with the noted changes on page 4 (as amended).
Motion: Michael Waters
Second. Bruce Bole
CM Killingsworth indicated he would like to bring these changes incrementally as the
recommendations are received.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Seconded By)
For
Michael Waters (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly
Against
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed 4 to 1.
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8.B. RESOLUTION NO. 24-32
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH MUNIVATE TO PROVIDE ENTERPRISE RESOURCE
PLANNING SOFTWARE IMPLEMENTATION SERVICES TO THE CITY FOR
$118,500; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE THE
EXPENDITURE OF UP TO AN ADDITIONAL $23,701 FOR MUNIVATE'S
SERVICES, IF NEEDED; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE CONTRACTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS IN ACCORDANCE
WITH AND AS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS
RESOLUTION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained the resolution as detailed in the agenda packet and
answered questions from the Commission.
MOTION: Approve Resolution (No.) 24-32.
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second: Candace Kelly
Curtis Ford For
Bruce Bole For
Michael Waters For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By) For
Jessica Ring (Moved By) For
Motion passed S to 0.
ACTION ON ORDINANCES
9.A. Ordinance No. 31-24-17, First Reading and Public Hearing
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, TRANSMITTING PROPOSED EVALUATION
AND APPRAISAL REPORT BASED AMENDMENTS TO THE GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ALSO
TRANSMITTING A NEW MAP SERIES TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA'S
VARIOUS AGENCIES FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT; PROVIDING FOR
ADOPTION OF SAID EAR -BASED AMENDMENTS AND NEW MAP SERIES
UPON RECEIPT OF SAID COMMENTS AND COMPLETION OF THE STATE
COORDINATED REVIEW PROCESS; PROVIDING FOR PURPOSE AND
INTENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Draft 2045 Comprehensive Plan (Link)
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Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
CM Killingsworth briefly explained the ordinance.
PCDD Askew gave her presentation (which is attached hereto and made part of this
Official Record as Attachment D). PCDD Askew answered questions from the
Commission.
The public hearing was opened. DCC Nichols called the speaker to the podium.
Brinkley Harrell expressed opinions about zoning.
The public hearing was closed.
6-24-24 Attachment D
MOTION. Approve Ordinance No. 31-24-17 on first reading.
Motion: Michael Waters
Second. Bruce Bole
Mayor Ford inquired about the ability to revert back to previous lot sizes in a specific area in the
future. PCDD Askew explained that the Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan) is more general in
nature. She explained that there is a specific policy that deals with Old Atlantic Beach however,
the Comp Plan doesn't get specific regarding lot sizes. CM Killingsworth added that
performance standards found in zoning codes are not contained in Comp Plans, they are found
in Chapter 24.
Commissioner Kelly asked if the Commission would like to talk about ADUs (Accessory
Dwelling Units). Mayor Ford indicated that this discussion will occur at a future meeting.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Seconded By)
For
Michael Waters (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
9.11. ORDINANCE NO. 33-24-25, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH ARTICLE II, THE COMMISSION, SEC. 6 — POWERS;
SUBMITTING THE AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER FOR
CONSIDERATION BY THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY FOR APPROVAL OR
DISAPPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR THE APPEARANCE OF THE CHARTER
AMENDMENT ON THE BALLOT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Link to Resolution Nos. 23-02 and 24-28
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
CA Thomas explained as detailed in the agenda packet and answered questions from the
Commission.
MOTION. Adopt Ordinance No. 33-24-25 on first reading.
Motion: Michael Waters
Second: Jessica Ring
Mayor Ford expressed concerns with requiring four years versus two years.
Curtis Ford Against
Bruce Bole Against
Michael Waters (Moved By) For
Candace Kelly For
Jessica Ring (Seconded By) For
Motion passed 3 to 2.
9.C. ORDINANCE NO. 33-24-26, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH ARTICLE II, THE COMMISSION, SEC. 9 — POWERS;
SUBMITTING THE AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER FOR
CONSIDERATION BY THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY FOR APPROVAL OR
DISAPPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR THE APPEARANCE OF THE CHARTER
AMENDMENT ON THE BALLOT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Link to Resolution Nos. 23-02 and 24-28
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
CA Thomas explained as detailed in the agenda packet and answered questions from the
Commission.
MOTION. Approve Ordinance No. 33-24-26 (on first reading).
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second. Candace Kelly
Commissioner Ring asked for clarification on what is being added. CA Thomas answered that
the added subsection will become section 15 if adopted. Commissioner Ring emphasized the
importance of this proposed amendment.
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Commissioner Waters expressed that this proposed amendment is more of a philosophy.
Mayor Ford expressed that AB is a City that understands the importance of environmental
stewardship and this is not something he thinks should be in the Charter.
Commissioner Kelly expressed the importance of this community's vision as it relates to the
environment.
Curtis Ford For
Bruce Bole For
Michael Waters For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By) For
Jessica Ring (Moved By) For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
9.D. ORDINANCE NO. 33-24-27, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH ARTICLE IV, THE CITY CLERK, SEC. 28 —
APPOINTMENT; DUTIES; SUBMITTING THE AMENDMENT TO THE
CHARTER FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY FOR
APPROVAL OR DISAPPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR THE APPEARANCE OF
THE CHARTER AMENDMENT ON THE BALLOT; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Link to Resolution Nos. 23-02 and 24-28
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
CA Thomas explained as detailed in the agenda packet.
MOTION. Approve Ordinance (No.) 33-24-27 (on first reading).
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second: Candace Kelly
Commissioner Kelly explained how this proposal originated.
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.E. ORDINANCE NO. 33-24-28, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH ARTICLE II, THE COMMISSION, SEC. 9 — POWERS;
SUBMITTING THE AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER FOR
CONSIDERATION BY THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY FOR APPROVAL OR
DISAPPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR THE APPEARANCE OF THE CHARTER
AMENDMENT ON THE BALLOT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Link to Resolution Nos. 23-02 and 24-28
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
CA Thomas explained as detailed in the agenda packet.
MOTION. Approve Ordinance No. 33-24-28 as written (on first reading).
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second. Michael Waters
Commissioner Ring emphasized the importance of this proposed change.
Commissioner Bole expressed that he couldn't come up with a scenario as to where the City
would have to sell a park.
Commissioner Kelly expressed that historically, the City has added parks.
Mayor Ford expressed that he can't imagine a Commission wanting to sell a park in the future.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Seconded By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Moved By)
For
Motion passed S to 0.
9.F. ORDINANCE NO. 33-24-29, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH ARTICLE II, THE COMMISSION, SEC. 12 — VACANCIES
IN THE CITY COMMISSION, SEC. 14 — INDUCTION OF CITY COMMISSION
INTO OFFICE; MEETINGS OF THE CITY COMMISSION, ARTICLE IX,
ELECTIONS, SEC. 39 — NOMINATIONS, SEC. 40 — ELECTIONS: PRIMARY
AND SEC. 41— ELECTIONS: GENERAL; SUBMITTING THE AMENDMENTS
TO THE CHARTER FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE ELECTORS OF THE
CITY FOR APPROVAL OR DISAPPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR THE
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APPEARANCE OF THE CHARTER AMENDMENTS ON THE BALLOT; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Link to Resolution Nos. 23-02 and 24-28
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
CA Thomas explained as detailed in the agenda packet.
MOTION: Approve Ordinance No. 33-24-29 (on first reading).
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second: Candace Kelly
Commissioner Waters inquired about the logistics of primaries. Mayor Ford explained that if
there are more than two candidates, the two candidates with the most votes will move forward
to the general election.
Commissioner Bole inquired about cost.
Curtis Ford For
Bruce Bole For
Michael Waters Against
Candace Kelly (Seconded By) For
Jessica Ring (Moved By) For
Motion passed 4 to 1.
9.G. ORDINANCE NO. 33-24-30, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH ARTICLE XVIII, WHEN ACT TAKES EFFECT AND
PERIODIC REVIEW, SEC. 81 — PERIODIC REVIEW; SUBMITTING THE
AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE
ELECTORS OF THE CITY FOR APPROVAL OR DISAPPROVAL;
PROVIDING FOR THE APPEARANCE OF THE CHARTER AMENDMENTS
ON THE BALLOT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Link to Resolution Nos. 23-02 and 24-28
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
CA Thomas explained as detailed in the agenda packet and answered questions from the
Commission.
MOTION: Approve Ordinance No. 33-24-30 on first reading.
Motion: Michael Waters
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Second. Jessica Ring
Commissioner Bole asked if the proposed amendments in Ordinance No. 33-24-29 were not
approved, if the proposed amendments in this ordinance will make sense. CA Thomas explained
that the proposed changes in this ordinance will still make sense even if the other isn't approve.
Commissioner Kelly spoke about the importance of the order of the proposed amendments on
the ballot. Commissioner Ring agreed with these sentiments. Commissioner Bole added
additional comments to this point. Mayor Ford asked if topic should be placed on a subsequent
meeting. CM Killingsworth explained that the prioritizing of the ballot should be done at the
next meeting to adhere to deadlines.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Seconded By)
For
Motion passed 5 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 Kelly
• Expressed the importance of keeping the splashpad operational.
Commissioner Ring
• Thanked the Mayport Robotics Club for attending the meeting. She made note that this
school is on the proposed consolidation list.
Commissioner Waters
• Inquired about the splashpad. CM Killingsworth explained that an electrician went out
to examine the splashpad. He explained that the chlorine count became misaligned and
staff has been investigating the cause of the shut down.
Mayor Ford
• Celebrated the City's Acoustic Night event.
• Expressed that he would like to have detailed cost reporting on the splashpad.
CM Killingsworth
• Encouraged the Commission to let him know if they'd like to schedule individual
meetings with him regarding budget.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at
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Attest:
Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk
Date Approved:
Curtis Ford, Mayor
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Robotics has been a part of Mayport Coastal Science
Middle School for 7yrs. The Robotics Club participates in
the SeaPerch Program (underwater robotics
competition) annually. SeaPerch supports students in 5th
to 12" grades and started in 2003. As an integrated
STEM education program, SeaPerch guides participants
through a real-world engineering and design project
centered around building an underwater remote
operated vehicle (ROV).
Through Regional and International Competitions,
Mayport has accumulated >50 trophies and awards.
Last year, our club won 1s1 place overall Middle School
Internationals at the University of Maryland against 200
teams from around the world, from countries like Dubai,
China, Brazil, India, New Zealand, and Australia.
Winning is great, but these students really commit
themselves to the program and each dedicate about
200hrs each year (weekday afterschool and weekend
pool practice). This helps them learn the Engineering
Design Process, 3D Design, Commitment, Respect, and
Teamwork.
This season, Mayport has 14 students in the Club,
and 1 team won lit place in the Houston Virtual Regional
in November. The other 2 teams won the Jacksonville
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Q2 Please list new or expanded programs and activities you would like to
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workshops).
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what way(s) can the proposed new community center be inclusive
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Q10 Please rank (1-4) the following (al'M966Titzed) current and prospective
uses for the Gail Baker Community Center in order of your highest priority.
(After-school and summer youth programs are not listed here because
they are solidly in place at Gail Baker Community Center through the Boys
and Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida.)
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Center here.
TOP Responses:
Answered: 49 Skippe& 15--
1.Classes for community: 20%
2. Concert/music venue: 8%
3. Multipurpose space: 8%
4. Classes/tutors for kids: 6%
5. Teens & young adults:
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Q12 Please provide any additional feedback you have regarding the Gail
Baker Community Center and the Almost Home Beaches building/property.
TOP Responses:
I .Classes Tor community: 20%
2. Concert/music venue: 8%
3. Multipurpose space: 8%
4. Classes/tutors for kids: 6%
5. Teens & young adults: 6%
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RESOLUTION NO. 24-31
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
ACCEPTING THE JUNE 10, 2024, REPORT OF THE SAFETY, TRAFFIC
AND PARKING COMMITTEE AND DIRECTING STAFF TO DRAFT
POLICIES, RESOLUTIONS AND/OR ORDINANCES FOR CITY
COMMISSION CONSIDERATION MOVING THE SAFETY, TRAFFIC
AND PARKING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS FORWARD;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, on June 12, 2023, the City Commission established the Safety,
Traffic and Parking Committee by Resolution No. 23-20, repealing and replacing
Resolution No. 23-11. The committee's purpose is to review safety, traffic and parking
matters, and make recommendations to the Commission that aim to improve transportation
systems, processes and policies in the City.
WHEREAS, the Safety, Traffic and Parking Committee has completed a portion of its
work, having held public meetings, received public input, and conducted a thorough review of
the City policies and codes; and
WHEREAS, on June 10, 2024, the Safety, Traffic and Parking Committee submitted a
report to the City Commission delineating policy recommendations approved at the Committee's
May 29, 2024, meeting; and
WHEREAS, for the purpose of moving approved Safety, Traffic and Parking Committee
recommendations forward, and the City Commission directs staff to draft policies, resolutions
and/or ordinances for City Commission consideration:
1. Demarcating Parking Spaces
1.1. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for the demarcating of public parking
spaces to ensure that parking spaces are clearly marked and visible to motorists to ensure
that public parking is efficient, safe, and convenient for motorists.
Benefits of clearly demarcating parking spaces:
1. Improved Parking Efficiency: Clear markings make it easier for drivers to identify
vacant parking spaces, reducing the time spent searching and maneuvering. This leads
to a more efficient use of parking resources and reduced traffic congestion.
2. Enhanced Safety: Properly defined parking spaces help drivers park accurately,
reducing the risk of collisions and property damage. Clear markings also help
pedestrians navigate parking areas safely.
3. Accessibility for All: Clearly demarcated parking spaces, including those designated
for disabled individuals and, ensure that all users have access to convenient and
accessible parking options.
4. Aesthetics and Orderliness: Clearly demarcated parking spaces create a more organized
and aesthetically pleasing appearance, enhancing the overall environment of parking
areas and surrounding properties.
5. Clear Parking Policies: Clearly marked parking spaces reinforce parking regulations
and policies, making it easier for drivers to understand and comply with parking rules.
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6. Reduced Confusion and Frustration: Clear markings eliminate confusion and
frustration among drivers, minimizing the likelihood of parking disputes and conflicts.
7. Enhanced Traffic Flow: Efficient parking contributes to smoother traffic flow, reducing
congestion and delays, especially in high -traffic areas.
8. Improved Pedestrian Safety: Clear markings help separate pedestrian areas from
parking spaces, reducing the risk of collisions, and creating a safer environment for
pedestrians.
9. Accessibility for People with Disabilities: Clearly demarcated parking spaces ensure
that individuals with disabilities have easy access to designated parking areas,
promoting accessibility and inclusivity.
1.2. Policy
Public parking spaces should be clearly demarcated with signage, striping, or other
appropriate markings. Examples of clearly demarcated spaces are parking spaces that are
painted with white lines on black pavement; parking spaces that are marked with posts and
signs; and painted curbs where parking is prohibited.
Markings shall be of a contrasting color to the surrounding pavement. Parking spaces shall
be of a size that is adequate for the type of vehicle that is intended to be parked in the space.
Parking spaces shall be arranged in a manner that is efficient and safe. While signage is
necessitated at times, every effort should be made to utilize unique striping or a universal
public parking symbol, instead. Because of the city's unique parking demands, including
right-of-way constraints in various areas of the city, the city should have parking zones as
delineated in EXHIBIT A.
1.3. Enforcement
Working in conjunction with other City staff, the Police Department shall be responsible
for enforcing the provisions of this policy. The Public Works Department shall be
responsible for any demarcation of the parking spaces, including striping, signage and
pavement materials.
1.4. Exceptions
The City Manager may grant exceptions to this policy on a case-by-case basis. Decisions
to do so must be reported in writing to the City Commission. Exceptions shall only be
granted for public safety concerns.
2. Parking Policy: Rights -of -Way Obstruction
2.1. Definitions
Per Sec. 19-1, rights-of-way or public rights-of-way means land in which the city owns the
fee or has an easement devoted to vehicular, bicycle and/or pedestrian movement, or
required for use as a transportation facility, as that term is defined in F.S. § 334.03(21), and
may lawfully grant access pursuant to applicable law and includes the surface, airspace
over the surface and the area below the surface of such rights-of-way. "Public rights-of-
way" shall not include (a) county, state or federal rights-of-way, (b) property owned by any
person other than the city, (c) service entrances or driveways leading from the road or street
onto adjacent property, or (d) except as described above, any real or personal property of
the city, such as, but not limited to, city parks, buildings, fixtures, conduits, water lines,
sewer lines, facilities or other structures or improvements, regardless of whether they are
situated in the public rights-of-way.
2.2. Purpose
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The purpose of this policy is to establish protocols regarding plantings, landscaping
material and other obstruction within the public rights-of-way that can create safety and
operational issues including interference of public parking, line -of -sight concerns,
stormwater conveyance problems, root intrusion of plants impacting utilities, and damage
to public facilities such as sidewalks. The city's public rights-of-way are to be reserved for
public use and plantings and other obstruction will not be permitted. Sod is the only
permitted vegetation allowed upon city approval. Desired plantings can be installed on
private property.
2.3. Policy
Plantings, landscaping material or other obstruction within public rights -of way are not
permitted per the city Code Sec. 19-1.
Whenever plantings, landscaping material or other obstruction within public rights-of-way
obstruct the ingress and/or egress of the rights-of-way, they shall be removed upon request
by the city, and in the event of failure by the owner to so move them, the city shall do so
and the expense of same charged to the property owner.
All existing obstructions within the 2 -foot safety zone shall be removed (Sec. 19-5). All
other plantings, landscaping material or other obstructions must comply with this section
of the code.
2.4. Enforcement
Working in conjunction with other City staff, Code Enforcement and Public Works shall
be responsible for enforcing the provisions of this policy.
2.5. Exceptions
The City Manager may grant exceptions to this policy on a case-by-case basis. Decisions
to do so must be reported in writing to the City Commission.
3. Turf Grid System Parking
3.1. Definition
Grass block pavers - also known as turf block pavers or grow -through pavers - are an
alternative to asphalt, concrete, and traditional pavers. They're made of concrete or
recycled plastic with open cells that allow grass to grow through them. They're a porous,
eco -friendly option for parking areas and driveways.
3.2. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to establish protocols regarding turf grid systems for parking,
which the city has identified as being a viable tool in demarcating public parking spaces.
3.3. Policy
The City should allocate funding annually to improve its turf grid system parking:
• To demarcate public parking spaces counted towards beach renourishment cost -
share funding, where feasible.
• On a case-by-case basis, demarcating public parking spaces in other areas of the
City where unpaved rights-of-way have been customarily utilized for public
parking.
• The City shall ensure that all turf grid system parking adheres to Florida statute
316.1945 and Florida Greenbook parking space dimension requirements.
4. Paid Parking: Enforcement
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4.1. Policy
The City Commission should budget funds to ensure that parking regulations and
associated penalties are adequately enforced.
5. Paid Parking: Times and season, fine amounts
5.1. Policy
Paid parking should operate with the following stipulations:
• The 18th -19th street paid parking hours should be extended to 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. from
March 1 through Sept. 30.
• The fines in Atlantic Beach for overtime parking violations should be identical
citywide, excluding Beaches Town Center.
• Based on future conditions and analyses of parking utilization, the City
Commission should consider expanding paid parking.
6. Paid Parkinp,: Net Maid parking revenue
6.1. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to create guidance on how net revenue should be spent. Net
revenue from other locations outside of the Beaches Town Center (currently 18th -19th
streets) should be structured like the revenue collected in the Beaches Town Center. This
enables the revenue to be reinvested in the community and not the general fund.
6.2 Policy Recommendation
The City shall establish a pay -for -parking enterprise fund for the City's paid parking
program outside of Beaches Town Center just as it has for Beaches Town Center. This
parking fund should be used to pay for the program's management and maintenance costs;
also, the fund may be used to pay for safety and complete streets projects; landscape and/or
hardscape improvements; alternative transportation solutions; and to pay for management
of the paid parking program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH.
Section 1. Acceptance of Final Report. The City Commission hereby accepts the June 10,
2024, Report of the Safety, Traffic and Parking Committee adopted by the Committee on May
29, 2024.
Section 2. Direction to Staff. The City Manager is hereby directed to draft policies, resolutions
and/or ordinances for City Commission consideration moving the Safety, Traffic and Parking
Committee recommendations forward.
Section 3. Severability. If any provision of this Resolution or its application to any person or
circumstance is held invalid, the invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of
this Resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to
this end the provisions of this Resolution are severable.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage and
adoption.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Atlantic Beach, this 24'h day of June 2024.
Curtis Ford, Mayor
Attest:
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Approved as to form and correctness:
Jason Gabriel, City Attorney
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Comprehensive Plan 2045
Proposed Amendments
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What is a Comprehensive Plan?
• Required by State for all municipalities
• 1981: AB's 1St Comp Plan
• Updated every 7 years
• Purpose:
• Guide future actions & decision making
• Present long range goals, objectives &
policies
Serves as the foundation for land
development regulations
• Covers a long-term time horizon
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7 -year Update
• Evaluate Comp Plan
• Identify new state requirements (i.e., Property Rights Element)
• Update numbers/data
• Other changes necessary
• Notify & send changes to the State
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Public Meetings
March 2022 Community Development Board Meeting
April 2022 Commission meeting
April 2022 Town Hall meeting
(staff put on hold to get LEED 4.1 certification)
April 2023 Community Development Board meeting
May 2023 Public Input meetings (held same meeting on the same day at two difference times)
June 2023 Public Input meetings (held same meeting on the same day at two difference times)
Jan. 20, 2024 Town Hall Meeting
Jan. 22, 2024 Commission Workshop
Feb. 20, 2024 Community development Board Meeting - workshopped
May 21, 2024 Community Development Board —formal recommendation of approval
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Title & Introduction
• Informational
• Background of Comp Plan process & history
• Demographic Assessment and Ecosystem Analysis from the LEED for
Cities certification
• Updated with most recent data
Year
Population
Growth/Decline
1930
164
-
1940
468
185%
1950
1,604
243%
1960
3,063
91°!
1970
6,132
100%
1950
7,847
28?f
1990
11,636
48%
2000
13,368
15
2010
12,655
-5%
2020
13,824
9"'0
Atlantic Beach Dwal County Florida
584,830 556,769 557,703
Median Household Income
190,000
380,000
370,000
360,000
350,000
340,000
330,000
320,000
330,000
5- —
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 ?Q7^
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Future Land Use Element
• Remove wetland buffer language
• Refer to zoning code
• Buffers still required in code
• Add marsh protection language (public feedback)
• Apply medium density for Central Business District (CBD)
• Code allows residential in CBD zoning district.
• Need to establish density in Comp Plan or remove residential use from code.
• Surrounding districts allow medium density
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Residential Low Density (RL)
Up to six (6) dwelling units per acre
Residential Medium Density (RM)
Up to fourteen (14) dwelling units per acre
Residential High Density (RH)
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Up to twenty (20) dwelling units per acre
Conservation (CON)
Recreation/Open Space (R/O)
Public/Semi-Public (P/SP)
Central Business District (CBD)
ME:
Marsh Oaks Business District
Saltair Business District
Commercial (CM)
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Transportation Element
• Add minimum Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) targets based FDOT guide
• FDOT wants measurable targets
• Aligns with Connectivity Plan and other Comp Plan goals/objectives
• Add "Complete Streets" goal, objective and policies
• Complete Streets Policy adopted by commission
• Adding to Comp Plan makes it more "official" and visible
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Infrastructure Element
• Update numbers
• Add required state language
Conservation & Coastal Management
• Relocating/reorganizing language
• Add marsh protection language based on public feedback
• Objective D.1.6
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Recreation & p
Open S ace Element
• Revised LOS for baseball/softball fields based on CDB
recommendation.
• Not currently met (need 6, have 4)
• Revise Policy E.1.2.6
• Current language designates all parks besides Tide Views, Dutton Island, and River
Branch Preserves as active parks (ball fields, playgrounds, etc.)
• What about parks such as Howell, Selva Preserve, & Johansen?
• Revised based on CDB recommendation
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Elements
• No significant updates.
Capital Improvements Element
• Remove transportation concurrency
• Exempted by state around 2008
• Removed from code around 2010 (but not from Comp Plan).
• Remove redundant language included in schools element
• Remove language that bases development permits on park facilities
• No longer required by state
• Meant for expanding cities, not built out communities.
Pudic Schools Element
0 No changes
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PropertyRights Element
State Statute: "...to ensure that private property rights are considered in local
decision making."
"The following rights shall be considered in local decision making:
1. The right of a property owner to physically possess and control his or her
interests in the property, including easements, leases, or mineral rights.
2. The right of a property owner to use, maintain, develop, and improve his or her
property for personal use or for the use of any other person, subject to state
law and local ordinances.
3. The right of the property owner to privacy and to exclude others from the
property to protect the owner's possessions and property.
4. The right of a property owner to dispose of his or her property through sale or
gift."
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Proposed PropertyRights Element
• Matches the City of Jacksonville's language which has been approved by the state
Goal J.1.
The City will recognize and respect judicially acknowledged and constitutionally protected
private property rights in accordance with the Community Planning Act established in Chapter
163, Florida Statutes.
Objective J.1.1
Local Decision making shall be implemented and applied with sensitivity for private property
rights and shall not be unduly restrictive.
Policy J.1.1.1 The City will ensure that private property rights are considered in local decision
making.
Policy J.1.1.2 The following rights shall be considered in local decision making:
1. The right of a property owner to physically possess and control his or her interests in the
property, including easements, leases, or mineral rights.
2. The right of a property owner to use, maintain, develop, and improve his or her property for
personal use or for the use of any other person, subject to state law and local ordinances.
3. The right of the property owner to privacy and to exclude others from the property to
protect the owner's possessions and property.
4. The right of a property owner to dispose of his or her property through sale or gift.
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• June 24th Commission meeting for first read
• Transmitted to surround jurisdictions and State for comments
• Comments incorporated into Comp Plan update
• Brought back to Commission for final approval