5-27-25 Regular Commission Meeting Adopted MinutesMINUTES
Regular City Commission Meeting
r s Tuesday, May 27, 2025 - 6:00 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 6:00 PM. CC Bartle
called the roll.
ATTENDANCE:
Present: Curtis Ford, Mayor - Seat 1 (At Large)
Bruce Bole, Commissioner - Seat 2 (District 1308)
Candace Kelly, Commissioner - Seat 4 (District 1306)
Jessica Ring, Commissioner - Seat 5 (District 1312)
Thomas Grant, Commissioner - Seat 3 (District 1307)
Also Present: William B. Killingsworth, City Manager (CM)
Jason Gabriel, City Attorney (CA)
Kevin Hogencamp, Deputy City Manager (DCM)
Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk (DCC)
Amanda Askew, Neighborhoods Department Dir. (NDD)
1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1 A. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting held on April 28, 2025.
The Commission approved the minutes as submitted.
1B. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting held on May 12, 2025.
The Commission approved the minutes as submitted.
2. COURTESY OF FLOOR TO VISITORS
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following speakers provided their comments:
Carolyn Zisser
Nancy Staats
Susanne Barker
Jackie Beckenbach
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Mary Emerson -Smith
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (May - July 2025)
There was a CONSENSUS to accept the 90 -Day Calendar.
4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Bole
• Commented on the topic of Commission salaries and his plan to work on an agenda item.
Commissioner Grant
• Complimented staff of the Memorial Day Event.
• Requested that the City take necessary steps to enhance street safety at Plaza and
Mayport Road, particularly for students commuting to and from school.
Commissioner Kelly
• Responded to a public comment regarding the distribution of new homeowner packets.
• Voiced support for the Beaches Go Green initiative.
• Referenced the annual Police Department (PD) report and requested additional
information on efforts to reduce crime statistics. Requested follow-up from the PD on
what they are doing with 50% of the budget now that they are all trained.
• Complimented Staff on the Memorial Day Event.
• Reported her attendance at Public Work's open house.
Commissioner Ring
• Commented on the Memorial Day Event.
• Acknowledged Public Works Week.
• Spoke about the lifeguard station ribbon -cutting ceremony.
• Requested a presentation from Beaches Go Green.
• Expressed support for the Safety Action Plan, especially concerning safer routes to
school.
Mayor Ford
• Agreed with the discussion on Commission salaries. CM confirmed that HR would
present on this in two weeks.
• Recognized the Memorial Day event and expressed pride in the Commission's
attendance.
• Commended the new lifeguard station and the ribbon cutting event.
• Addressed the fire services agreement with the City of Jacksonville.
• Suggested Beaches Go Green be considered during the budgeting process.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
None.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
6.A. Approve Resolution No. 2540
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A MEMORANDUM OF
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UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF'S OFFICE
AND THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH FOR A BACKUP 911 CENTER;
GIVING THE CITY MANAGER SIGNATORY AUTHORITY; IN
ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE
PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
6.11. Approve Resolution No. 2541
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE AND EXECUTE ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH SPECIFIED UTILITIES
RELATED DOCUMENTS BETWEEN THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOTION. Approve Resolution 25-40 and 25-41 on the consent agenda (Consent Agenda
Items 6A and 6B as written).
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Candace Kelly
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
Thomas Grant
For
Motion passed S to 0.
7. COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
8. ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
None.
9. ACTION ON ORDINANCES
9.A. ORDINANCE NO. 95-25-124, Public Hearing and Final Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 23, PROTECTION OF
TREES AND THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT, DIVISION 3. — PERMITS, SEC.
23-23: PERMITS PROCEDURES, AND SEC. 23-25: APPEALS; AMENDING
DIVISION 6. -VIOLATIONS, ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES BY MOVING
SEC. 23-52.-, ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE -INTENT,
INTO A NEW DIVISION 7, ENTITLED ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
COMMITTEE, AND RENUMBERING WITH NEW SECTIONS, OF THE CITY
OF ATLANTIC BEACH CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR
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ADOPTION OF SAID AMENDMENTS; PROVIDING FOR PURPOSE AND
INTENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
The public hearing was opened, there were no speakers, and the public hearing was
closed.
MOTION: Approve Ordinance No. 95-25-124 as amended (as reflected on pages 85-98 of
the agenda packet).
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Jessica Ring
Curtis Ford For
Bruce Bole (Moved By) For
Candace Kelly For
Jessica Ring (Seconded By) For
Thomas Grant For
Motion passed S to 0.
9.B. ORDINANCE NO. 95-25-125, Public Hearing and Final Reading
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 5 (BEACHES AND PARKS),
ARTICLE III (PUBLIC PARKS), TO ADD A NEW SECTION 5-34
ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR CONDUCTING
BUSINESS ACTIVITIES IN CITY -OWNED PARKS AND FACILITIES;
PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FOR RULES AND REGULATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR PROHIBITIONS; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES AND
ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY AND
SCRIVENER'S ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION AND
CODIFICATION IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
The public hearing was opened, there were no speakers, and the public hearing was
closed.
MOTION. Approve Ordinance No. 95-25-125.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Thomas Grant
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring
For
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10.
Thomas Grant (Seconded By)
Motion passed S to 0.
For
9.C. ORDINANCE NO. 5-25-71, Public Hearing and Final Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, FLORIDA, REPEALING PORTIONS OF PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS
REGARDING THE CREATION OF THE ARTS, RECREATION, AND
CULTURE COMMITTEE; CHANGING THE TITLE OF CHAPTER 5 TO
BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION WITH THE PURPOSE OF
ESTABLISHING PROVISIONS GOVERNING THE ARTS, RECREATION,
AND CULTURE COMMITTEE INCLUDING: PURPOSE; MEMBERSHIP;
TERMS OF MEMBERSHIP; FILLING OF VACANCIES; REMOVAL OF
MEMBERS; DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES; CITY STAFF
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT; PROCEDURES AND RULES;
ORGANIZATION OF OFFICERS AND LIABILITY TO CITY; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The public hearing was opened, there were no speakers, and the public hearing was
closed.
MOTION: Approve Ordinance No. 5-25-71.
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second: Thomas Grant
CM agreed to look into whether the City is charging the right amount for use of facilities.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Moved By)
For
Thomas Grant (Seconded By)
For
Motion passed S to 0.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
10.A. Reappointments and Appointments to Environmental Stewardship Committee
(ESC)
MOTION. Appoint the five members Anastastia Houston, Amy Palmer, Jeannie Gracy,
Christina Kelcourse, Amy Franqui (Reappoint and appoint members as reflected in Table 1).
Motion: Jessica Ring
Second. Bruce Bole
Regular City Commission
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Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Seconded By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring (Moved By)
For
Thomas Grant
For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
10.B. Public Hearing on Waiver Request (WAIV25-0002)
Request for a waiver from Section 19-1 to allow a parking pad in city right-of-way
at 170 Club Drive.
10.C. City Attorney Procedural Reminders
CA Gabriel explained the procedures as detailed in the agenda packet.
10.D. Disclosure of Ex Parte Communications, if any
No disclosures were reported by the Commission.
10.E. Swearing in of all persons who will speak
DCC Nichols administered the oath to all speakers.
10.F. City Staff Overview
NDD Askew presented as detailed in a presentation (which is attached hereto and made
part of this official record as Attachment A) and answered questions from the
Commission.
5-27-25 Attachment A
10.G. Applicant Presentation
None.
10.11. Public Comments
None.
10.I. Closing Comments/Rebuttal
None.
10.J. Commission Deliberation and Action
Discussion ensued.
MOTION. Deny the request for a waiver.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second: Candace Kelly
Regular City Commission
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Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
Thomas Grant
For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
11. CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS
CA Gabriel
• Referenced an email he sent concerning Form 1 reminders and upcoming ethics training.
12. CLOSING COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY MANAGER
Commissioner Ring
• Reminded the public that school is out and urged caution for children in the area.
• Noted that the splash pad is now open.
Commissioner Kelly
• Highlighted that the City has six months to plan for its 100 -year anniversary.
Commissioner Grant
• Challenged ESC to explore ways to encourage residents to preserve existing trees.
Commissioner Bole
• Suggested a possible connection between the Dancin' in the Streets event and the City's
100 -year celebration.
• Spoke about the significance of Memorial Day.
Mayor Ford
• Mentioned the City's Tree City USA designation and proposed implementing a "Call
Before You Cut" initiative. He requested that this topic be included on the next meeting
agenda and consult with ESC.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:15 PM.
Attest:
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Date Approved: 20�
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Curtis Ford, Mayor
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Attachment A to
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WAIV25-0002
170 Club Drive
Request for a waiver from Section 19-1 to
allow a parking pad in the city right-of-way
at 170 Club Drive
Attachment A to
5-27-25 Minutes Site Context and Details
Located on south side of Club Drive
Zoned Residential, Single -Family (RS -2)
New single-family home was completed in Feb. 2024
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Background
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Attachment A to
5-27-25 Minutes Relevant Code Sections
Section 19-1(c):
Prohibits construction in city rights-of-way, including parking
spaces or "any work, construction activity or item which
creates an obstruction, whether permanent or temporary, to
the free and complete use of the right-of-way"
Section 19-2:
Authorizes
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Waiver Request
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Considerations
STOP committee policy recommendations
Demarcating parking spaces
Rights-of-way obstruction
Attachment A to
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CDB shall make a recommendation to Commission to
approve, approve with conditions, or deny the waiver
request.
Per Section 24-66, a wavier shall not be approved unless -
Compliance is unreasonable
Compliance conflicts with the public interest
Compliance is a practical impossibility
With a vote of 4-2 the CDB made a motion not to
recommend approval to the Commission