7-22-24 Regular City Commission Adopted MinutesMINUTES
Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, July 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)
Victor Gualillo, Police Chief (PC)
1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1A. Approve minutes of the Joint Workshop between the City Commission and the
Community Development Board held on June 17, 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 June 24, 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.
Don Ford spoke about agenda item 3C.
Jeri Benjamin advocated for a one time cost of living adjustment (COLA) for the
pension plan.
Mardi Le Bouton expressed concerns about a pond located on Aquatic Drive.
Dolly McCormick expressed concerns about a pond located on Aquatic Drive.
Dan Frankel asked questions about parking on 2nd Street (St.) and the budget.
Brinkley Harrell spoke about the City's upcoming budget.
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (July - Sept. 2024)
CM Killingsworth explained this item as detailed in the agenda packet.
There was a CONSENSUS to accept the 90 -Day Calendar.
3.B. 2024 FLC Annual Conference Voting Delegate Information
CM Killingsworth explained this item as detailed in the agenda packet.
The Commission discussed who would attend the conference and there was a
CONSENSUS to send Commissioner Bole as a voting delegate unless he indicates that
he is unable to attend, then Commissioner Waters or Mayor Ford could possibly attend.
3.C. Pension COLA
CM Killingsworth discussed this item as detailed in the agenda packet and answered
questions from the Commission.
3.D. Additional Questions
Mayor Ford inquired about upcoming beach renourishment. CM Killingsworth informed
that there is a plan in place for sea oats however, there is no timeline of when this would
occur.
Mayor Ford asked about a Statute regarding the enforcement of not allowing camping as
it relates to homelessness. PC Gualillo explained that the City's practice is to work with
anyone who is homeless. He mentioned that the City's ordinance regarding this issue is
currently written to not allow camping. He indicated that it would be the Commission's
decision to make changes to this ordinance. PC Gualillo explained the difference
between loitering and camping. He explained what happens when someone refuses help.
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Discussion ensued regarding how to handle this topic. There was a CONSENSUS to
allow PC Gualillo to rewrite the ordinance.
REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Bole
• Spoke about the importance of the stormwater master plan.
• Requested a report on the 16th St. walkover.
Commissioner Kelly
• Announced that school starts on on August 12, 2024.
• Inquired about the City's standards when contracting out the building department. CM
Killingsworth explained that when contracted, a person operates under the City, and that
certain trades possess licenses that hold them accountable.
• Inquired about 2nd St. parking. It was agreed to have answers about this topic at the next
meeting.
Commissioner Ring
• Inquired about the Aquatic Gardens bulkhead project. CM Killingsworth shared that staff
is working with a firm to reengineer the bulkhead by the pond.
• Asked if there were any plans drawn up for the use of 100 West 1 st St. CM Killingsworth
explained that a grant has been applied for in order to redo the parking lot. He explained
that the $500,000 allocated for the Gail Baker Community Center should cover the cost
of a new roof, opening up the kitchen, redoing facades, and potentially moving an interior
wall.
Mayor Ford
• Asked about the access to the Atlantic Beach Elementary park. CM Killingsworth
explained that staff is working with the school principal to address why the park was
previously locked.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
None.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
8.A. RESOLUTION NO. 24-36
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AWARDING BID NO. 2223-09 FOR WWTP HEADWORKS PIPING
IMPROVEMENTS; 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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CM Killingsworth explained as detailed in the agenda packet.
MOTION. Adopt Resolution No. 24-36 as read.
Motion: Candace Kelly
Second. Michael Waters
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Seconded By)
For
Candace Kelly (Moved By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
8.11. RESOLUTION NO. 24-37
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE 2024 AMENDMENT TO THE 2022-2025 COASTAL
FLORIDA POLICE BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION AND AUTHORIZE THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained as detailed in the agenda packet.
MOTION. Adopt Resolution No. 24-37.
Motion: Michael Waters
Second. Bruce Bole
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Seconded By)
For
Michael Waters (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
8.C. RESOLUTION NO. 24-38
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH AUTHORIZING THE
ABPD TO ENTER INTO AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN DUVAL
COUNTY FIRST RESPONDER AGENCIES; GIVING THE CHIEF OF THE
ATLANTIC BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT SIGNATORY AUTHORITY; IN
ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE
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PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained as detailed in the agenda packet.
MOTION: Approve Resolution (No.) 24-38.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second: Candace Kelly
Commissioner Ring asked if this was about dispatching. PC Gualillo explained that this is
pertaining a Statute that was passed which makes sure there's a way the County Sheriff can
communicate with other law enforcement. He explained that the same is done with the other
beach communities and that there is a mutual aid agreement that discusses this.
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.D. RESOLUTION NO. 24-39
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING AN INCREASE IN THE ANNUAL LEAVE ACCRUAL OF
ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES BY 12 HOURS AFTER THE FIRST YEAR.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained as detailed in the agenda packet.
MOTION: Adopt Resolution No. 24-39.
Motion: Michael Waters
Second. Candace Kelly
Commissioner Bole asked how much could be carried over. CM Killingsworth answered that
680 is the maximum amount and anything not used after September 30th is lost.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Michael Waters (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
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Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
8.E. RESOLUTION NO. 2440
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE, THE
CURRENT YEAR ROLLED -BACK RATE, AND THE DATE, TIME AND
PLACE FOR THE FIRST AND SECOND PUBLIC HEARINGS TO CONSIDER
THE PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 MILLAGE RATE AND BUDGET AS
REQUIRED BY LAW; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE SAID
RESOLUTION WITH THE PROPERTY APPRAISER OF DUVAL COUNTY
PURSUANT TO REQUIREMENTS OF FLORIDA STATUTES AND THE
RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE OF THE
STATE OF FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
CM Killingsworth explained as detailed in the agenda packet and answered questions
from the Commission.
MOTION: Approve Resolution (No.) 24-40.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second: Michael Waters
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Michael Waters (Seconded By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
8.F. RESOLUTION NO. 24-41
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A NON-EXCLUSIVE GRANT OF
ACCESS AND PARKING EASEMENT ON REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY
AMERICAN LEGION POST 316 AT 1127 ATLANTIC BOULEVARD,
ATLANTIC BEACH (REAL ESTATE PARCEL NO. 170711-0011), ADJACENT
TO BEACHES VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, 1 WEST FIRST STREET,
ATLANTIC BEACH, SUBJECT TO THE TERMS THEREIN; AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE EASEMENT
AGREEMENT.
Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution.
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CM Killingsworth explained as detailed in the agenda packet.
MOTION. Approve Resolution (No) 24-41.
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.
9. ACTION ON ORDINANCES
9.A. ORDINANCE NO. 31-24-18, Public Hearing and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP
OF THE 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATION
OF THOSE LANDS DESCRIBED IN ATTACHED EXHIBIT A FROM
RESIDENTIAL LOW (RL) TO LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (LI); PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
CM Killingsworth explained that the applicant requested a deferral.
Mayor Ford opened and continued the public hearing until August 12, 2024.
CA Gabriel briefly explained the ordinance.
9.B. ORDINANCE NO. 90-24-252, Public Hearing and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, REZONING THOSE LANDS DESCRIBED IN
ATTACHED EXHIBIT A FROM RESIDENTIAL, GENERAL TWO- FAMILY
(RG), TO LIGHT INDUSTRIAL & WAREHOUSEING (LIW); PROVIDING
FINDINGS OF FACT; REQUIRING RECORDATION; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance.
Mayor Ford opened and continued the public hearing until August 12, 2024.
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10. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
None.
11. CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS
None.
12. CLOSING COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY MANAGER
Commissioner Waters
• Expressed that he feels good about the budget.
• Mentioned that he wants to pray for our country.
Commissioner Kelly
• Shared her experience in New England.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:28 PM.
Attest:
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Date Approved:
u is Ford, Nfayor
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