8-25-25 Regular City Commission Adopted MinutesMINUTES
Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, August 25, 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 6:20 PM. CC Bartle
called the roll.
ATTENDANCE:
Present:
Also 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)
William B. Killingsworth, City Manager (CM)
Jason Gabriel, City Attorney (CA)
Donna Bartle, City Clerk (CC)
Kevin Hogencamp, Deputy City Manager (DCM)
Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk (DCC)
Josh Gideon, Building Official (BO)
Steve Swann, City Engineer (CE)
Troy Stephens, Utilities Director (UD)
Amanda Askew, Neighborhoods Department Dir. (NDD)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1 A. Approve minutes of the Budget Workshop held on August 11, 2025.
The Commission approved the minutes as submitted.
113. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting held on August 11, 2025.
The Commission approved the minutes as submitted.
2. COURTESY OF FLOOR TO VISITORS
2.A. Septic -to -Sewer Appropriation Check Presentation
Mayor Ford acknowledged State Representative Kiyan Michael and Senator Clay
Yarborough for their support in securing state funding for the Atlantic Beach septic -to -
sewer project. He also acknowledged Davis Bean from The Fiorentino Group.
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Representative Michael expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve the
community. Senator Yarborough thanked the Commission and emphasized the
collaborative effort involved in obtaining the funding. Following the presentation, the
Commission, Representative Michael, Senator Yarborough, and Mr. Bean took a group
photo.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following speakers provided their comments:
David Bew
Dominick Mengani
Lorenda Megani
Andrew Crane
Amy Franqui
Stephen Fouraker
Mary Emerson -Smith
Nancy Staats
Susanne Barker
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (Aug. - Oct. 2025).
There was a CONSENSUS to accept the 90 -Day Calendar with a scheduled budget
workshop on September 3, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers.
generator
Additional Update
CM Killingsworth provided an update on the 20th Street lift station, noting that all
permits except those for electrical components have been approved, including
foundation, gas, and generator installation permits. The generator was scheduled for
delivery and installation on August 27, 2025. He, BO Gideon, and CE Swann responded
to Commission questions. Mayor Ford requested that staff meet with concerned property
owners before installation to review the site plan and address questions, particularly
about the proper tie -down of the fuel tank.
4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Ring
• Spoke about attending the Florida League of Cities (FLC) annual conference,
highlighting sessions on property taxes, e -bikes, and other municipal issues and,
encouraged fellow commissioners to attend the conference next year.
• Requested discussion of Donner Park baseball field lighting during the upcoming budget
workshop, citing safety concerns and equitable funding across parks.
Commissioner Grant
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• Requested an update on odor issues at the water treatment facility. CE Swann and UD
Stephens answered questions from the Commission regarding this topic.
Commissioner Bole
• Also reported on attending the FLC conference, noting homeowners insurance as a
leading concern for Florida residents and a -bike challenges in beach communities.
• Advocated for hiring an arborist in line with the city's Tree City designation.
• Suggested holding a dedicated meeting with state elected officials, citizens, and the
Commission.
• Requested continued updates on the fire service issue with the City of Jacksonville.
Commissioner Kelly
• Encouraged continued efforts to reach an agreement on the baseball program contract.
• Inquired about the centennial celebration.
Mayor Ford
• Announced Commissioner Bole would serve in his absence from Sept. 23—Oct. 10; no
meetings are scheduled during that period.
• Thanked UD Stephens' team for a prompt response to a water main break at 10th Street
and Beach Avenue.
• Raised concern over unleashed dogs on the beach after an incident involving turtle
hatchlings; recommended the Commission discuss possible solutions, such as designated
off -leash hours or areas.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
None.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
6.A. Approve Resolution No. 25-70.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE 2025 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACTS
AND PURCHASE ORDERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY
TO EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
6.B. Approve Resolution No. 25-71.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF NEPTUNE BEACH FOR THE
PROVISION OF WATER FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION SERVICES; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
6.C. Approve Resolution No. 25-73.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE UPDATED DUVAL COUNTY LOCAL
HAZARD MITIGATION STRATEGY PLAN; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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7.
Items 613 and 6C were pulled for separate consideration.
MOTION. Approve (agenda item) 6A 25-70.
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 5 to 0.
MOTION: Approve Resolution (No.) 25-71 with the amendment that it includes includes a
tri -party agreement between the cities and the owners of the property mentioned.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second: Thomas Grant
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring
For
Thomas Grant (Seconded By)
For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
MOTION: Approve Resolution (No.) 25-73.
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 5 to 0.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
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8. ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
8.A. RESOLUTION NO. 25-74
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF AN EMAIL
SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE SERVICE, BACKUP SERVER APPLIANCE
SUBSCRIPTIONS, AND A WEB SECURITY GATEWAY SUBSCRIPTION
THROUGH NH&A AT A TOTAL PRICE OF $35,844.79 WITH FUNDS
ALLOCATED IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET (ACCOUNT NO. 001
1011 516 46 00); 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.
MOTION. Approve Resolution (No.) 25-74.
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 5 to 0.
3.B. Historic Corridor Designation Request
NDD Askew explained ESC's request to expand the historic corridor designation as
detailed in the agenda packet. NDD Askew recommended including the expansion with
upcoming Chapter 23 Code updates.
9. ACTION ON ORDINANCES
None.
10. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
None.
11. CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS
None.
12. CLOSING COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY MANAGER
Commissioner Bole
• Provided a brief update on the fire suppression agreement.
• Commented on the generator discussion, noting its broader community relevance.
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13.
Attest:
CM Killingsworth
• Requested commissioners prepare enhancement priority lists for the next budget
workshop and that he would provide a consolidated staff recommendation based on
department requests. Mayor Ford offered suggestions on this process.
• Noted Marsh Oaks renovations will be discussed; the project is over budget due to
higher-than-expected hardening costs caused by hollow concrete blocks.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:42 PM.
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
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