10-27-25 Regular City Commission Adopted MinutesMINUTES
Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, October 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)
Thomas Grant, 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)
Jason Gabriel, City Attorney (CA)
Donna Bartle, City Clerk (CC)
Kevin Hogencamp, Deputy City Manager (DCM)
Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk (DCC)
POLICE OFFICERS SWEAR IN
With no objection from the Commission, Mayor Ford moved Agenda Item 213 before agenda
Item 2A.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1A. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting held on October 13, 2025.
The Commission approved the minutes as submitted.
1 B. Approve minutes of the Town Hall Meeting held on October 18, 2025.
The Commission approved the minutes as submitted.
2. COURTESY OF FLOOR TO VISITORS
2.13. Police Department: Swearing -In of Officers Jacob Pfingston and Robert Dickson
PC Gualillo administered the police officer oath to Officers Pfingston and Dickson.
2.A. Auditor Presentation
Link to 2024 Auditor's Report
Regular City Commission
October 27, 2025
Kevin Smith, Audit Director at Purvis Gray and Company, presented the 2024 Auditor's
Report as outlined in the agenda packet and responded to questions from the
Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following speakers provided their comments:
David Bew
Amy Franqui
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (Oct. - Dec. 2025)
Commissioner Kelly noted Wreaths Across America on December 13, 2025.
There was a CONSENSUS to accept the 90 -Day Calendar as amended.
Additional Updates
• Announced that HR Director Cathy Varian had submitted her resignation
effective January 8, 2026.
• Announced that Adam Thornton had been hired as the new Public Works
Director starting the following week.
4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Bole
• Commented on the positive financial report from the auditors.
Commissioner Ring
• Reported on the Duval County School Board (DCSB) joint workshop with the three
beach cities' Mayors.
• Addressed traffic concerns on Sherry Road near Atlantic Beach Elementary and
requested installation of a raised pedestrian crosswalk.
Commissioner Grant
• Mentioned a complaint regarding short-term rentals and concerns about enforcement
challenges. Mayor Ford requested a presentation at the next meeting regarding the City's
short-term rental enforcement options.
Mayor Ford
• Requested the CM bring back a plan to install a crosswalk with flashing lights at the
entrance to Howell Park.
• Reported on the joint meeting with the DCSB. He mentioned that there would be another
meeting at the beginning of 2026 that will allow for public participation.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
None.
Regular City Commission
October 27, 2025
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
6.A. Approve Resolution No. 25-85.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ON BEHALF OF THE
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH UTILITIES A PURCHASE ORDER REQUIRED
TO ACCOMMODATE THE MAYPORT ROAD (STATE ROAD A1A) ROAD
DIET PROJECT; IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY TO
EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
6.B. Approve Resolution No. 25-86.
A RESOLUTION* OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AWARDING BID 2425-06 AHERN STREET ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE
CONTRACT AND PURCHASE ORDERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS
NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
6.C. Approve Resolution No. 25-87.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING STAFF TO PIGGY -BACK ON THE COMPETITIVELY BID
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE DISASTER DEBRIS REMOVAL CONTRACT
#6533-57 WITH J.B. COXWELL CONTRACTING, INC.; AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT AND PURCHASE
ORDERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
6.1). Approve Resolution No. 25-89.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH AUTHORIZING A
ONE-YEAR AGREEMENT CONTINUING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
OF LANGTON ASSOCIATES, INC.; AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF
$48.381.12 ALLOCATED IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET FOR THIS
PURPOSE; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY
CONTRACTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS AS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOTION: Approve consent agenda items 6A - 6D as written.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Candace Kelly
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Thomas Grant
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
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7.
8.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
8.A. RESOLUTION NO. 25-90
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $33,334.40 IN ADDITIONAL FUNDS
FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF WATER SERVICES ON GARDEN LANE;
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.) 25-90
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Candace Kelly
Discussion ensued.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Thomas Grant
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed 5 to 0.
8.B. RESOLUTION NO. 25-91
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING A REVISED PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST POLICY;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOTION. Approve Resolution (No.) 25-91.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Thomas Grant
Discussion ensued.
Curtis Ford
For
Regular City Commission
October 27, 2025
Bruce Bole (Moved By) For
Thomas Grant (Seconded By) For
Candace Kelly For
Jessica Ring For
Motion passed S to 0.
8.C. RESOLUTION NO. 25-92
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING A PURCHASE ORDER FOR THE REPAIRS OF THE WATER
TREATMENT PLANT #2 GENERATOR; IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS
NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOTION: Adopt Resolution (No.) 25-92.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Candace Kelly
Discussion ensued.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Thomas Grant
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
8.D. RESOLUTION NO. 25-93
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE EAST COAST DRIVE EMERGENCY ORANGEBURG PIPE
REPLACEMENT 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.
MOTION: Adopt Resolution (No.) 25-93.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second: Candace Kelly
Discussion ensued.
Curtis Ford
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
For
Regular City Commission
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9.
10.
11.
Thomas Grant For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By) For
Jessica Ring For
Motion passed S to 0.
ACTION ON ORDINANCES
9.A. ORDINANCE NO. 95-25-127, Public Hearing and Final Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 18, SOLICITATIONS,
SECTION 18-1 DEFINITIONS TO MODIFY EXISTING DEFINITIONS;
SECTION 18-2, PERMITS, REGISTRATION AND FINGERPRINTING
REQUIRED TO REQUIRE DUVAL COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS PERMIT
PRIOR TO SUBMISSION; SECTION 18-8, EXCEPTIONS; SECTION 18-9,
PENALTIES TO CLARIFY THIS PROCESS; 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. Adopt Ordinance No. 95-25-127.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Candace Kelly
Discussion ensued.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Thomas Grant
For
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
10.A. Charter Officer FY 24-25 Performance Reviews
There was a CONSENSUS to accept the charter officer FY 24-25 performance reviews.
CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS
None.
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12. CLOSING COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY MANAGER
Commissioner Ring
• Reminded everyone about the "Not -So -Spooky House" at Atlantic Beach Police Station
on Halloween.
Commissioner Bole
• Thanked Rick Carper for stepping in as Public Works Director and requested that he be
recognized. The Commission agreed to formally recognize him at the next meeting.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:12 PM.
Attest:
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Date Approved:
Curtis Ford, Mayor
Regular City Commission
October 27, 2025