HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 26-65RESOLUTION NO. 26-65
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
SELECTING DIG LOCAL NETWORK, INC., AS THE FARMERS
MARKET OPERATOR; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
NEGOTIATE AND SIGN AN OPERATING AGREEMENT; PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Atlantic Beach solicited proposals from qualified vendors for
the management and operation of the City's farmers market to ensure its continued operation as a
public marketplace; and
WHEREAS, the Farmers Market currently operates at Jack Russell Park with a mission
to promote locally produced food and artisan goods while fostering a strong sense of community;
and
WHEREAS, the City seeks to partner with an organization that will uphold the character
and charm of Atlantic Beach through a high level of professionalism and attention to detail; and
WHEREAS, three proposals were received and evaluated by a committee consisting of
City staff and members of the Arts, Recreation and Culture Committee and the Environmental
Stewardship Committee; and
WHEREAS, DIG Local Network, Inc., received the highest ranking during the scoring
and evaluation process; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to select DIG Local Network, Inc., to manage
the farmers market as a vibrant community gathering space.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic
Beach as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Commission hereby selects DIG Local Network, Inc., as the
operator for the City of Atlantic Beach Farmers Market.
SECTION 2. The City Commission hereby authorizes the City Manager to negotiate an
operating agreement with DIG Local Network, Inc., for the management and operation of the
market. The City Manager shall bring such negotiated operating agreement to the Commission
for final approval and execution.
SECTION 3. All Resolutions or parts of Resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage and
adoption.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Atlantic Beach, this 27th day of April 2026.
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Attest:
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Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Approved as to form and correctness:
Jason Gab el, Ci Attomey
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