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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-23-26 Speaker Forms & Handouts/ WELCOME C F �rillconduct To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: ' Name: Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address Phone No.: E-mail: City: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE BECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) p Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner --------------------------------- ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner ----------------------------------------------------------------- PLEA COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: a I wishto add s the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: Agenda Item No. . 'L and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME C!OF 2 - To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** 2 SPEAKER REQUESTFORM4 Date: > a 2� Name:0 Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OP TIONAL: �( Address: /1'm City: LJ, 3Z233 Phone No.: qD y 4464�E-mail: (� Zlssw Q0/__ j ----------------------------------------------------- -------------------------- PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APP (OPTIONAL) L/Atlantic Beach Resident Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner ---------------------------------------------- PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: wish to a dress the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: Agenda Item No. and/or Topic not on the agenda: I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item Carolyn Zisser From: Carolyn Zisser Sent: Monday, March 23, 2026 8:38 AM To: Curtis Ford; Bruce Bole; Candace Kelly; tgrant@coab.us; Ring, Jessica Cc: Khogencamp@coab.us; Gabriel, Jason; Bartle, Donna Subject: Strong Opposition to Resolution No, 26-48 and attached proposed Interlocal Agreement Dear Commissioners, Mr. Hogencamp and Mr. Gabriel, As a citizen of Atlantic Beach, and as an attorney, I am both surprised and dismayed to have seen Resolution No. 26-48 and the proposed Interlocal Agreement on the agenda today, for 1St reading, given the strong opposition expressed by our citizens at prior meetings to providing water suppression to the developer of property in Neptune Beach. This is not for the purpose of being a "good neighbor" but is rather to solely assist a developer of property not even in our city. Although I understand that this Commission very recently agreed that Atlantic Beach may provide water for solely for fire suppression, the attached Interlocal Agreement goes far beyond that, as well as subjects our city to greater expense and liability which is avoidable. The developers themselves acknowledged at a most recent meeting that they can and will pursue other fire suppression solutions including with Neptune Beach, if this Resolut;,)n does not pass. In addition to these general concerns, I address below the specific provisions of the Interlocal Agreement which cause concern and raise serious questions: 1, It appears that this Agreement is solely for the benefit of the developer. 2. The 2nd Whereas Clause, refers to a "future development plan," We do not know what this plan is, whether for businesses or a housing development which would greatly increase traffic. Atlantic beach will be affected by the type of development, and we should know what development is being planned. If the developer cannot commit, then no agreement. 3. Section 1(a) - How will the construction of the Atlantic Beach Tie -in and all other construction under this agreement impact Atlantic Beach residents? 4. Section 1 (b) - Leaves the door open to Atlantic Beach providing water to the developer for other than fire suppression. See the last 4 lines of this provision limiting to fire suppression "unless............" 5. Section 2-(a) - Security and bonds have limitations if the developer becomes insolvent. (b) What are Neptune Beach's plans to provide fire protection in the future? If this is temporary and stop -gap, it is certainly costly and complex.(d & e) also improperly contains language for broadened use of water beyond fire suppression. 6. Section 4(c) -What is the Redevelopment Project consist of? (d) fee -imple language -how affects Atlantic Beach. (e) fully benefits the developer solely as he/she can sell. I believe that this is the real reason for this request, to enable this developer to sell to another developer - even less controls. The real beneficiary here is the developer, not Atlantic Beach. For the above reasons, I strongly recommend and request that Resolution No. 26-48 be denied and that the propose Interlocal Agreement likewise be voted down. Thank you for your consideration and time, With sincere appreciation. Carolyn Zisser Carolyn Zisser Attorney ZISSER FAM 1 LY LAW W: www.zisserfamilylaw.com CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVILEGE NOTICE: This e-mail communication, and any attachment hereto, contains legally privileged and confidential information, subject to the attorney-client privilege, and is intended only for the use of the addressee(s) named above. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, or an authorized employee or agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient(s), you are hereby notified that any use, dissemination, printing, or copying of this e-mail is strictly prohibited. If you received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sender by reply e-mail, delete this e-mail from your printed and electronic records, and do NOT retain any copies, electronic or otherwise. DISCLAIMER: UNIFORM ELECTRONIC TRANSACTIONS ACT ("UETA") ( Section 668:50, Florida Statutes): If this communication concerns negotiation of a contract or agreement, UETA does not apply to this communication; contract formation in this matter shall only occur with manually -affixed original signatures on original documents. TAX ADVICE DISCLOSURE: Pursuant to the requirements of Internal Revenue Service Circular 230, we advise you that any federal tax advice contained in this communication (including any attachments) is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of: (1) avoiding penalties that may be imposed under the Internal Revenue Code or (2) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any transaction or matter addressed in this communication. W From: Nancy Staats taatsne gma°I.com Subject. Fire Line for 500 Atlantic Blvd Date; Mar 22, 2026 at 9:25:24 AM T Ford, Curtis Bole, Bruce ab.0 .: Kelly, Candace r-kPIIv@coab.us, Thomas Grant Ring, Jessica firing@coab.u, Kevin Hogencamp kHogencamp@c: jgabriel@coab.us, dbartle@coab.us Dear Commissioners, Mr Hogencamp and Mr. Gabriel, I am writing to you today regarding the proposed Fire Line to allow the developer of 500 Atlantic Blvd to have water for fire suppression. Please know that my concerns are not about the development of this property per se, but rather the impacts on the citizens of AB. What happens to this property should be the sole responsibility of the CONB and its citizens, along with the developer. I hope you will consider these concerns before casting a vote on the 3 -way interlocal proposal. This is a link to the video of the March 9 meeting where the developer's attorney, Mr Steve Deevano (not sure the spelling) spoke and I will refer to it below. http.jj atlanticbeachf1.new.swagit.com/videos/377517 1. The resolution that was passed by the city c,)mmission (Resolution 26-48) discusses providing water ONLY for fire suppression. Everything in the resolution discusses the need for fire suppression, essential for public safety, etc. The wording of the interlocal agreement, though initially in agreement with the resolution, now goes much further. In section 1.b. of the agreement, it states that "under no circumstances should this fire line water... be used for domestic use, irrigation, etc" but there has been wording added to the effect of unless and until the developer enters into a contract with the COAB to provide potable water service. It goes on further in Section 2 to describe the details of this contract, including the base rate of 150% of AB residential rates, etc. This shows the intention of this line is way more than just fire protection. Why are we considering an agreement that includes much more than what is in the resolution? 2. At the 1:12 minute mark of the meeting, Mayor Ford rightfully states there needs to be an incentive for the developer to "get off our water line" down the road, seemingly concerned about a long-term supply and the possible costs to us, given NB's already taxed infrastructure, etc. My question is, if we are concerned about the long term use or overuse of our water, which we should be, why are we entering into a contract in the first place when other options exist? 3. At the 1:15 minute mark, the developer's attorney explains that regardless of whether we supply this line or nct, the developer is moving forward. He further outlined 3 potential options OTHER than having COAB supply the line: a) NB fixing their infrastructure issues to get better pressure (not likely to happen in the near future) b) connect a line to the existing water tank or c) build an additional water tank for fire suppression. Any of these allow the developer to get the water pressure for fire suppression without putting us at risk. Why aren't we considering one of those options? 4. In prior bilateral interlocal agreements (with COJ and NB) we have seen how there are potential problems with timeliness, equity, efficiency, fairness, etc and it is not always smooth and easy, often costing us time and effort. This tri -lateral interlocal agreement depends on the word and the continued financial solvency of the current owner/developer and the CONB. While section 4d. states this agreement is attached to the land and its owners/successors, what happens if the current developer declares bankruptcy or abandons the title to the property? How much have we already paid in attorney fees and staff time? Is the developer also paying ALL our fees to date, for staff along with future costs as related to this project? This project will cause significant upheaval for our residents (traffic detours, water shut- offs, noise, etc) along with potential future maintenance costs. The small added revenue from the water fee (which is still LESS than what NB residents pay remember) does not offset these costs. Why are we not considering the impact on our residents and potential future risks and costs? 5. Water is becoming more and more precious as we face a changing climate, especially in states like Florida. We are seeing the effects of our recent freeze and drought here in FL where a 35,000 acre wildfire occurred in Naples FL and at this moment there are currently several active fires, including Clay County_ as well as in Ocala. Have you considered what happens when BOTH NB and AB face a significant fire (this could happen), what will happen to the pressure if the water is being utilized by both cities? Have we done a study to determine that? In addition, the chronic use of our water by NB over time may well have a negative impact on OUR water pressure, which is not a risk worth L-aking. NB has low water pressure now because of overuse, so it could happen to us. In short, please reconsider this agreement. Please let the developer either tap into the existing water tank or build another tank, both of which they are willing to do. This agreement goes way beyond the resolution and poses significant potential RISKS and COST to us, the citizens of the COAB. Thank you for your time, Wlth appreciation, Nancy This email has been scanned by the Symantec Email WELCOME To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** Date: SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Name: Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: Phone No.: E-mail: City: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) ❑ Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No. and/or ❑ ' Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME C To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: 2 Name: La Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: Phone No.: E-mail: City: -------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) /Atlantic Beach Resident 03 -'Atlantic Beach Property Owner ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: Agenda Item No. and/or - r Ei Topic not on the agenda: �� u l LAC/ ii I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. I am in support of the above agenda item. E I am opposed to the above agenda item. do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME C o r O To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: _?/O 3/,? 1 Name: Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: Phone No.: E-mail: PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) City: Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No.96 K- 9 D, fir 1 10 and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME Co To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: �C� Name: �-�1i� 4 Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: City: "" Phone No.: E-mail: PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) ❑ Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: c I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No. t. and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME CD F 6) To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: ;� Name: Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: U^� J�i /,Zt City: A Phone No.: ���C E-mail: "� F 4_C ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: Agenda Item No. and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME Cor (�) To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: 123112 Name: .Zoc CC - Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: City:// Phone No.: E-mail: PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: j I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No. ,f j and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME COF (9 To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FO ? t 2 ✓ Date: d �) - Z — Name: Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records L w. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: �b �% ��x� City: 46 Phone PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) Atlantic Beach Resident ) Atlantic Beach Property Owner Atlantic Beach Business Owner --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No. and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME C or 0 To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listen'g. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collabora , do not compete or collude Trust each o er, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: 3 Name: ; "F r Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: 2 , Address. .J City: Phone N If 1 E-mail: ----------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________________________-___-_-_____ PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) Atlantic Beach Resident/ Atlantic Beach Property Owner El Atlantic Beach Business Owner PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No. and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ►,J ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearinq for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME 667F 9 To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** / w SPEAKER REQUEST FORM ' ,f1�� ,,, , n Date: Z-� Name: �c► w- � l Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: 0 City: AtIajlrhca,7A-�A Phone No4alL I �4 E-mail: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -nxir PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) ❑ Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner Wtlantic Beach Business Owner PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No. � -,, and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: *1 ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME /l OF 0/?, To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: t%� �� 2�,10 z (� Name: �1rt r IT�o tn,! tt Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address- �/z S jt.At'7 1 c Tip City: A Tij7ui is aL,n rt Phone No.: el -eq qoo 6f7 E-mail: --------------------------------------------------- PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) ❑ Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner E�rAtlantic Beach Business Owner PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: mil wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No. and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME co 1 To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: Name: e- IfP,41, /e Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: . le-- �f � - City: Phone No.: /o y' y�,1 7Yj-Mai1: --------------------------------------------------- PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: r (OPTIONAL) 2T"Atlantic Beach Resident 01" Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: rK Agenda Item No. r and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. ❑ I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item WELCOME N/k To the Atlantic Beach City Commission Meeting We will conduct meetings of the City Commission with a level of civility and respect that the democratic process deserves. This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: , Z3 Name: Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. 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This allows for better public input and supports making the best decisions for the citizens who we are here to serve. We ask that everyone in the meeting practice the following principles of Respect for each other. RESPECT Refrain from putdowns, criticism and personal attacks. Encourage others to state their views. Support each other, even if you don't agree. Practice active listening. Express yourself assertively, not aggressively, not submissively. Collaborate, do not compete or collude. Trust each other, unless and until such trust is violated. *************************************************************************************************************************** SPEAKER REQUEST FORM Date: — Z� Name: Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written and recorded communications to or from State and Local Officials and agencies regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. PROVIDING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS l OPTIONAL: Tiv �r �` � � 1rtz �, �7 Address: � ������ ��-F� City: Phone No.: �oy 301 /7-69 E-mail: SP c_- p��•�'� ���- ca-�11 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) ❑ Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner PLEASE COMPLETE AND CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: ❑ I wish to address the Commission during Courtesy of the Floor on: ❑ Agenda Item No. and/or ❑ Topic not on the agenda: I wish to address the Commission during the Public Hearing for Agenda Item No. )(I am in support of the above agenda item. ❑ I am opposed to the above agenda item. ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am in support of agenda item ❑ I do not wish to address the Commission, but I am opposed to agenda item 14 24-25-7 CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER 800 Seminole Road Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233 (904) 247-5817 City Manager's Community Update Date: March 23, 2026 To: The Atlantic Beach Community and City Commission From: Kevin Hogencamp, Interim City Manager/khogencamp@coab.us nAN CENTENNIAL Est. 1925 This report provides an update on many of the primary administrative and community - focused initiatives underway in our office. Our office remains focused on maintaining momentum across key projects and initiatives. City Manager's Community Updates, including related links, are available on the City's website and across official digital channels. Beaches Town Center Parking Data. The Neptune Beach City Council has voted unanimously to maintain the paid parking rate at $2.50 per hour through Dec. 31. This enables both cities to evaluate a full year of data before considering rate adjustments and sets the stage for us to extend our interlocal agreement. City Manager Pike continues to maintain excellent communication with me on this and other mutual concerns. Our staff will review the program's FQ2026 reports in advance of meeting with Mr. Pike in April to further our ongoing discussions. Stormwater Master Plan Update. We have received notice of the approval of our $300,000 FEMA funding request. This grant, which requires our budgeted $100,000 city match, enables us to move forward with the long-awaited update to our 2018 master plan. We will share a proposed timeline and scope shortly. Senate Bill 64 Compliance Approach. City EngineerSwann is continuingto coordinate with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to advance a forward -thinking Senate Bill 64 compliance strategy for the City. Last week, the City received FDEP's recognition of the project's ecological benefits, which marks a significant milestone with no identified "project killers." By pursuing freshwater salinity barriers rather than deep -well injection, the City aims to protect the local tree canopy and ensure long-term environmental stewardship while remaining fiscally responsible—as tens of millions of taxpayer dollars are at stake. Marsh Oaks Community Center. While we remain on schedule for a July 2026 soft opening and are moving forward with our July 11 Centennial event at Beaches Veterans Memorial Park, we're now planning to hold the community center and garden ribbon -cutting in September. Aquatic Gardens -Hopkins Creek Stormwater Improvements. The major components of the project affecting flood control have now been successfully completed. While the coordination of federal FEMA funding often moves at a glacial pace, we are pleased to report that the project is in its final stages. The contractor is finishing site restoration, sheet pile work, and remaining minortasks. Allwork is expected to be finalized bythe end of April 2026. Farmer's Market Operator Request for Proposals. The RFP "hit the street" March 20 and responses are due April 15. Staff will bring a recommendation for an operator at the Commission's April 27 or May 11 meeting. Centennial Celebration: AB Americana. Our Centennial Americana Celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at Jack Russell Park. Highlights include vintage baseball, a car show, and 100th -birthday -themed family activities. Looking Further Ahead. • Saturday, April 4: Egg Hunt, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Jordan Park. • Monday, April 6: City Commission Priority -Setting, 6 p.m. • Monday, April 13: City Commission Meeting, 6 p.m. • Saturday, April 18: Arts in the Park, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Johansen Park. CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH Mission The place to be -- through exceptional public services. 2040 Vision In Atlantic Beach, we have a strong sense of belonging and safety. Our citizens and government care deeply about community character, and we understand that unified support is required to preserve it. We are graced with the functional beauty of our beach, our marsh, and our tree canopy. Our shady streets and multi -use paths connect our welcoming neighborhoods and vibrant local businesses. Our city supports our diverse, multigenerational, socially linked community with green spaces, active lifestyles, parks, and programming. City Commission Priorities In 2018, the Atlantic Beach City Commission began undertaking an annual exercise that establishes priorities for city government. This endeavor is facilitated by Atlantic Beach resident Linda Lanier, who volunteers her services.