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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-11-26 Speaker Forms & HandoutsWELCOME 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 r Date: Name: 1 Com. 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 _C�OnNTACT INFORMATION BELOW IS OPTIONAL: Address: Q� C.� �l- City: / Phone No.: G7 �-..� E-mail: ,` {�r,.,C'yX XPL ASE 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 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: , G'.�S 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: '�� �� Be-a�Q- City: L"Z Phone No.: Z' b 6 Z E-mail: (C --4—,�� PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY: (OPTIONAL) ❑ Atlantic Beach Resident ❑ Atlantic Beach Property Owner ❑ Atlantic Beach Business Owner :PLEAS 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 5-/1-21,o Qassser 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: May 11, 2026 To: The Atlantic Beach Community and City Commission From: Kevin Hogencamp, Interim City Manager/khogencamp@coab.us OtAk a v I I CENTENNIAL Ese.192s This report provides an update on some primary administrative and community -focused initiatives underway in our office. Our office remains focused on maintaining momentum across key programming, infrastructure, environmental, and intergovernmental projects. City Manager's Community Updates, including related links, are available on the City's website and across official digital channels. 1. Tree Protection Code Update Following up on the Commission's discussion at the recent town hall, staff intends to present a draft ordinance by June 8 focusing on the immediate preservation of our old-growth maritime forest, specifically our iconic live oaks. This represents the first phase of a two-phase approach which includes automatically designating all maritime trees over a certain DBH as protected landmark trees requiring double mitigation for removal; requiring a certified arborist's "Statement of Infeasibility" for removals; and introducing a 30 - day "time-out" period before any landmark tree is removed. Ultimately, staff will need the City Commission to define the specific size requirements for landmark trees. We continue to solicit public input on prospective tree -protection code changes and request that the Commission provide any alternative direction by the May 26 meeting to ensure staff's draft remains aligned with Commission goals. 2. Stormwater Master Plan Update Staff is collaborating with our consulting partner to finalize a draft scope of work for the Stormwater Master Plan update, which is expected to be complete within the next month. Because the project involves federal HMGP funding, we anticipate initiating a competitive procurement process via a formal Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to ensure full compliance and minimize risk. 3. Marsh Oaks Community Center Update The Marsh Oaks Community Center is entering its final development phase, with J. Howard Construction beginning immediate work on parking lot replacements and site clearing. This phase includes removing old fencing and vegetation to better integrate the center with Beaches Veterans Memorial Park. The parking improvements are primarily funded by a Community Development Block Grant and are expected to take 60 to 90 days to complete. While building construction wraps up, the project will also introduce a new community garden in preparation for a grand opening this September. Residents will soon be invited to participate in workshops to help define the programming and operational strategy for the new facility. 4. Farmer's Market Operator Staff has successfully negotiated the framework of an agreement with the nonprofit Dig Local Network that is slated to be presented for City Commission consideration on May 26. 5. Public Safety Success: Multi -State Missing Person Recovery Our Police Department successfully located a missing adult recently following a complex multi -state search operation. By leveraging our Flock License Plate Reader (LPR) technology, officers tracked the individual's vehicle through West Virginia and North Carolina in real-time. Our Emergency Communications Officers coordinated seamlessly with the North Carolina Highway Patrol, utilizing emergency cellphone pings to pinpoint the individual's exact location in Fayetteville. The individual was safely transported to a local hospital. This outcome is a testament to the vital role that advanced technology and inter -agency cooperation play in ensuring the safety of our community members. 6. Jack Russell Park Court Closures: Resurfacing Project To maintain our high standards for recreational facilities, the basketball and tennis courts at Jack Russell Park are undergoing necessary resurfacing. Please note the following schedule (weather permitting): • Basketball Courts: May 11 — May 15 • Tennis Courts 1 & 2: May 18—June 26 • Tennis Courts 3 — 6: May 4 — June 26 • Note: Courts will reopen as soon as the surfaces are cured and safe for play. We appreciate the community's patience as we improve these popular amenities. 7. Staff Achievement: Certified Local Government Communicator Recreation Associate Veronica Oullette was among the inaugural cohort of professionals statewide to earn the Certified Local Government Communicator (CLGC) credential. Developed by the Florida Municipal Communicators Association, this certification recognizes staff who excel in building public trust through strategic, transparent messaging. Veronica's achievement underscores our city's commitment to ensuring our residents are well-informed and their voices are heard. 8. On the Calendar: • Dancin' in the Street: 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Saturday, May 16, Beaches Town Center. Featuring live music, food trucks, and local vendors. Roads in the area will a closed. • Memorial Day Ceremony: 9 a.m. Monday, May 25, Beaches Veterans Memorial 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.