11-10-25 Regular Commission Meeting Adopted MinutesMINUTES
>>'jr,�, Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, November 10, 2025 - 6:00 PM
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Commission Chamber
L; 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)
Amanda Askew, Neighborhoods Department Dir. (NDD)
David Cameron, Police Commander
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1A. Approve minutes of the Commission Workshop held on October 27, 2025.
The Commission approved the minutes as submitted.
1B. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting held on October 27, 2025.
The Commission approved the minutes as submitted.
2. COURTESY OF FLOOR TO VISITORS
2.A. Eric Williams 20 Year Anniversary Recognition
Mayor Ford recognized Eric Williams for 20 years of service and presented him with a
certificate (which is attached hereto and made part of this official record as Attachment
A) and pin.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Regular City Commission
November 10, 2025
The following speakers provided their comments:
Bruce Andrews
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (Nov. 2025 - Jan. 2026).
There was a CONSENSUS to accept the 90 -Day Calendar.
3.B. Rick Carper Recognition
The Commission recognized Rick Carper for his time as Interim Public Works Director
and presented him with a certificate (which is attached hereto and made part of this
official record as Attachment B).
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3.C. Residential Parking
NDD Askew presented as detailed in a slideshow (which is attached hereto and made
part of this official record as Attachment C) and answered questions from the
Commission. CM Killingsworth noted he would work with the City Attorney to develop
policies that consider the context of different areas while ensuring consistent code
enforcement.
Discussion ensued.
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3.1). Short Term Rentals
NDD Askew presented as detailed in a slideshow (which is attached hereto and made
part of this official record as Attachment D) and answered questions from the
Commission.
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3.E. Safety, Traffic and Parking Update
CM Killingsworth reported on this item and the Commission reached CONSENSUS to
develop ordinances addressing:
• Directing fees collected from 18th and 19th Street public parking to support
parking enforcement and beautification in that area.
• Prohibiting parking within 30 feet of stop signs, with exceptions for
diagonal/straight-in parking and required parking related to beach renourishment.
4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Bole
• Recognized Bruce Andrews' contributions to Atlantic Beach.
Commissioner Grant
Regular City Commission
November 10, 2025
The following speakers provided their comments:
Bruce Andrews
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (Nov. 2025 - Jan. 2026).
There was a CONSENSUS to accept the 90 -Day Calendar.
3.11. Rick Carper Recognition
The Commission recognized Rick Carper for his time as Interim Public Works Director
and presented him with a certificate (which is attached hereto and made part of this
official record as Attachment B).
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3.C. Residential Parking
NDD Askew presented as detailed in a slideshow (which is attached hereto and made
part of this official record as Attachment C) and answered questions from the
Commission. and responded to questions from the Commission. CM Killingsworth noted
he would work with the City Attorney to develop policies that consider the context of
different areas while ensuring consistent code enforcement.
Discussion ensued.
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3.D. Short Term Rentals
NDD Askew presented as detailed in a slideshow (which is attached hereto and made
part of this official record as Attachment D) and answered questions from the
Commission.
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3.E. Safety, Traffic and Parking Update
CM Killingsworth reported on this item and the Commission reached CONSENSUS to
develop ordinances addressing:
• Directing fees collected from 18th and 19th Street public parking to support
parking enforcement and beautification in that area.
• Prohibiting parking within 30 feet of stop signs, with exceptions for
diagonal/straight-in parking and required parking related to beach renourishment.
4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Bole
• Recognized Bruce Andrews' contributions to Atlantic Beach.
Commissioner Grant
Regular City Commission
November 10, 2025
• Complimented recent roadwork on 19th Street and Plaza.
Commissioner Kelly
• Mentioned free meals for SNAP beneficiaries at Cruisers Grill.
• Encouraged purchasing wreaths for Wreaths Across America.
• Spoke about a potential senior community garden at Marsh Oaks.
• Wished veterans a happy Veterans Day.
Commissioner Ring
• Announced a Mayport Waterfront Partnership event on November 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM.
• Complimented the Police Department's haunted house.
Mayor Ford
• Acknowledged the successful Tour of Homes event.
• Reminded everyone of the Veterans Day event at 9 AM the following day.
• Thanked Commissioner Kelly for her appearance on the Atlantic Beach Living
magazine.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
None.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
6.A. Approve Resolution No. 25-94.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF NEW
PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT JACK RUSSELL PARK REPLACING THE
EXISTING EQUIPMENT; 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.
6.B. Approve Resolution No. 25-95.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
APPROVING EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS DELINEATED
IN THE EXHIBIT A FOR THE PLAN YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2026,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS PROVIDED TO THE CITY
EMPLOYEES AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH CIGNA, AND LIFE
INSURANCE, AND EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PLAN BENEFITS PROVIDED
BY THE CITY AT NO COST TO EMPLOYEES, AND OTHER INSURANCE
COVERAGE OFFERED TO EMPLOYEES AT THEIR EXPENSE;
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.
6.C. Approve Resolution No. 25-96.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE $20,000 IN FISCAL
YEAR 2025-26 GRANT FUNDING FOR ARTISTIC, RECREATIONAL AND
CULTURAL PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND PROJECTS AT LOCAL SCHOOLS
Regular City Commission
November 10, 2025
UTILIZING FUNDS BUDGETED IN ACCOUNT NO. 001-6010-572-82-00;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY CONTRACTS
AND PURCHASE ORDER(S) IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY
TO EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
6.D. Approve Resolution No. 25-98.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT TO DISPOSE OF
TRUCK PU5 AS A TRADE IN VEHICLE, AND PURCHASE A NEW TRUCK;
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 25-94, Resolution 25-95, Resolution 25-96, and Resolution
25-98 (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
Motion passed 5 to 0.
7. COMMITTEE REPORTS
7.A. Appointments and Reappointments to various boards and committees
Mayor Ford reported that the BMRC voted to recommend an applicant for a second
alternate position, contingent upon a code amendment authorizing the role.
Commissioner Kelly suggested considering this option for other committees as well.
After discussion, it was determined that they would hold off on appointing a second
alternate.
MOTION: Approve the recommendations from the committee (Reappoint and appoint
members as listed in the table on the staff report).
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Thomas Grant
Curtis Ford
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
For
Regular City Commission
November 10, 2025
Thomas Grant (Seconded By) For
Candace Kelly For
Jessica Ring For
Motion passed S to 0.
There was a CONSENSUS to draft an ordinance adding a second alternate to the CDB. The
Mayor noted he would speak with the chair for clarification and continue discussions on whether
this option should be considered for other committees.
8. ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
8.A. RESOLUTION NO. 25-97
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT TO DISPOSE OF
TRUCK PU2 AS A TRADE IN VEHICLE, AND PURCHASE A NEW TRUCK;
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.) 25-97.
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
Motion passed S to 0.
8.B. RESOLUTION NO. 25-100
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR PAID BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL
INSTRUCTORS CONDUCTING BUSINESS IN CITY PARKS; PROVIDING
FOR AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO MODIFY THESE
REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOTION. Approve Resolution (No.) 25-100.
Motion: Bruce Bole
Second. Thomas Grant
Regular City Commission
November 10, 2025
Discussion ensued.
Curtis Ford
For
Bruce Bole (Moved By)
For
Thomas Grant (Seconded By)
For
Candace Kelly
For
Jessica Ring
For
Motion passed S to 0.
9. ACTION ON ORDINANCES
9.A. ORDINANCE NO. 20-25-181, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY
OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING
OCTOBER 1, 2024, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2025; AND PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOTION: Approve Ordinance (No.) 20-25-181 (on first reading).
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
Motion passed S 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 Bole
• Requested an update on parking revenue for the Town Center and 18th/19th Street areas;
CM Killingsworth estimated approximately $70,000 annually for the Beaches Town
Center.
Commissioner Grant
• Revisited the topic of short-term rentals.
Commissioner Kelly
Regular City Commission
November 10, 2025
13.
Attest:
• Requested an update on the Flowbird app; Commander Cameron provided recent
information.
• Asked about the status of baseball; staff noted the board will establish a new liaison with
the City and that a meeting with two board members is scheduled this week.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:28 PM.
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Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Date Approved: 1112'112
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Curtis Ford, May6r
Regular City Commission
November 10, 2025
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YEARS OF SERVICE
CURTIS FORD
Mayor
with gratitude, we thank
for his dedicated service to the City of Atlantic Beach
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WILLIAM 8Inager LINGSWORTH
City
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EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE
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Interim Public Works Director.
Your commitment to maintaining the highest standards during
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Mayor
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• (4)Parkingfor residentialuses
shall be located within paved
or stabilized driveways, private
garages or carports or such
areas intended for the day-to-
day parking of vehicles. Vehicles
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within grassed or landscaped
areas of a residential lot.
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In older neighborhoods, particular)y those developed before modern zoning and parking
standards were established, many homes have single -width driveways and limited off-street
parking options. This creates practical challenges for residents who own multiple vehicles or
have visitors, especially in households with more drivers than driveway space.
As a result, enforcement related to driveway and yard parking has historically been relaxed in
these areas for several key reasons:
1. Limited Infrastructure:
Many of these homes were built at a time when it was common for households to own only one
vehicle. The infrastructure does not reflect today's parking needs, and widening driveways may
not be feasible due to lot size, mature trees, or historic preservation concerns.
2. Practical Necessity:
Given the limited driveway space, residents have few alternatives for parking. Strict
enforcement would displace vehicles onto already narrow or crowded streets, potentially
creating traffic hazards, blocking emergency access, or frustrating neighbors.
3 -Equity and Consistency:
In the absence of realistic alternatives, enforcing driveway or yard parking rules could be
viewed as inequitable or overly punitive, especially if there hasn't been a consistent pattern of
enforcement in the past.
Section 21-17
Except when in compliance with the directions of a police officer or
official traffic control device, or when necessary to avoid conflict with
other traffic no person shall stop, stand or park a motor vehicle, or any
part thereof:
(a) On a paved sidewalk;
(b) Within seven (7) feet of a public or private driveway, upon complaint;
(c) Within twenty (20) feet of an intersection;
(d) Within fifteen (15) feet of a fire hydrant;
(e) On a crosswalk;
(f) Within twenty (20) feet of a crosswalk;
(g) On lanes and paths exclusively intended for the use of bicycles and
pedestrians;
(h) Within thirty (30) feet upon the approach to any flashing si nal, stop
sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a roadway measured
from the pavement marking stop bar).
(i) On the following roadways and rights-of-way, except as provided in
subsection (j):
(1) East Coast Drive
(2) Ocean Boulevard
(3) Sherry Drive (from Plaza to Atlantic Boulevard)
(4) Seminole Road
(5) Plaza (except for the 300 Block)
(6) Royal Palms Drive
(7) Sailfish Drive (except for the 600 through 900 Blocks)
(8) Levy Road
(9) Dutton Island Road
(10) Donner Road and
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0) On the of the following rights-of-way,
except between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. or as
approved under section 6-18 of this Code:
(1) East Coast Drive
(2) Ocean Boulevard
(3) Sherry Drive (from Plaza to Atlantic Boulevard)
(4) Seminole Road
(5) Plaza Dr. (except for the 300 Block and the south side
of Plaza Dr. immediately adjacent to Russell Park)
(6) Royal Palms Drive
(7) Sailfish Drive (except for the 600 through 900 Blocks)
(8) Levy Road
(9) Dutton Island Road or
(10) Donner Road
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S1� Our Community's
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Upholding Our
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Over 1,000 homes in Atlantic Beaches
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Loft in Atlantic Beach * 4.95 (96)
1 Block from AB Town Center: The Coquina House 3
1 bedroom - 2 beds
Nov 28 - Dec 3
$011 for 5 nights
Challenges
Turning allegations into evidence
The Advertisement Claim: Online listings (Airbnb, VRBO)
are key, but owners often claim they are "inactive,"
"mistaken," or "long-term only
The Friends & Family Defense: Owners may claim guests
are not renters (i.e., no revenue/rental behavior).
Meticulous Vetting and Verification. Our team takes
special care to research and confirm the location and
nature of every listing investigated to ensure accurate,
credible reporting
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is Magistrate: Reviews can not be used as evidence
ft (they are not definitive proof).
ES 509.032: Prevents the adoption of any new
regulations (current ord. grandfathered).
Cannot knock and the door and ask if they are
short-term rental.
Can report homesteaded properties to property
appraiser.
AirBNB and VRBO - Say it's the owners'
responsibility to know and follow local ordinances.
Challenges
Any week Add guests 0 o Finers
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Process
• Review websites monthly
• Individual
complaints/reports
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Complaint Volume
Year 2013 2014 2015 2016 1 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 1 2023 2024 2025
Complaints
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Spike in 2017 and 2021-
2017: 15
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2022 reflects growing
Complaints
demand for follow -
community awareness
followed up on.
up and investigation
and the post -pandemic
national surge in short-
2022: 14
for more than a
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Complaints
decade
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Enforcement
• Determine if violating code.
• Send a notice of violation letter to
property owner.
• Contact rental company about
violation of COAB codes.
• Contact proper appraiser website (if
property is homesteaded).
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Goal is voluntary compliance
Zero Cases Sent to the Code Enforcement Board or
Special Magistrate.
In nearly every instance, issuing Notices of Violation has been sufficient
to achieve compliance and remove the property from the short-term
rental market.
A direct complaint to the booking platform (AirBNB)
successfully resulted in the illegal listing being taken off
the market.
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Enforcement is an ongoing
partnership
Clarity is King: Our 90 -day minimum lease rule is
unambiguous and easy to enforce.
Credibility Matters: Vetting every listing before
issuing a violation ensures the City's actions are
always defensible.
Education Over Fine: Focused, initial
communication (Notice of Violation) drives
compliance without the need for lengthy legal
proceedings.
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Clear Legal Framework ensures
residents understand the rule.
Community Partnership provides
Conclusion the necessary actionable
intelligence.
Compliance -First Approach
resolves nearly all cases at the
Notice -of -Violation stage.
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