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CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
800 SEMINOLE ROAD
WORKSHOP MEETING
5:00 P.M. -MONDAY, March 10, 2003
AGENDA
Call to order
1. Discussion regarding restructuring of utility rates
Adjournment
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 28G.2G, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodation to attend this meeting should contact the City Clerk.
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING HELD IN ATLANTIC
BEACH COMMISSION CHAMBERS ON MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2003.
Present: John S. Meserve, Mayor
Richard Beaver, Mayor Pro Tem
Mike Borno, Commissioner
Paul Parsons, Commissioner
J. Dezmond Waters, III, Commissioner
Also: Jim Hanson, City Manager
Alan C. Jensen, City Attorney
Maureen King, City Clerk
Donna Kaluzniak, Utilities Director
Nelson VanLiere, Finance Director
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m.
1. Water and Sewer rate restructuring report bV Burton and Associates
Mike Burton of Burton and Associates, the firm hired to undertake a water and sewer rate structure
study, gave an overview of their approach to the task. He said their objectives were to establish
conservation rates, set appropriate fixed and flow charges, eliminate the 3,000 gallon minunum
charge, recommend rates for different classes (residential, non-residential, and hotels and other similar
commercial customers), establish arevenue-neutral rate structure, and keep the 1.25 multiple for
customers outside the city limits.
Mr. Burton said the two scenarios being presented would meet the St. Johns River Water
Management District's requirement for conservation, and both scenarios were revenue neutral. He
said the scenarios being presented included a fixed "Readiness to Serve" charge which would increase
with meter sizes, and the 3,000 gallon minimum charge was deleted in both scenarios and. customers
would pay for only the amount of water used. He explained that customers with low consumption
rates would most likely see a reduction in their water bills while customers with higher consumption
rates would experience increases. Conservation would be encouraged by increasing the cost per
1,000 gallon at higher levels of usage. He reviewed the graphs that had been presented at the
previous workshop on January 27, 2003 comparing the proposed rates with the current rates. A
copy of Mr. Burton's rate projections is attached hereto as Exhibit A. Mr. Burton also presented
comparisons of Atlantic Beach's utility rates with the rates in other neighboring communities.
Discussion ensued regarding the potential impact on commercial customers and Mr. Burton said that
residential customers had the ability to conserve water by irrigating less frequently or using water
conserving fixtures, while commercial customers had to use sufficient water to run their business and
would not have the same ability to conserve water and were, therefore, treated a little differently. He
said that residential sewer rates were capped at 13,000 gallons as it was assumed that water
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consumption in excess of 13,000 gallons was probably used for irrigation and did not have to be
treated in the sewer plant. Mr. Burton said that commercial customers would have less opportunity
to conserve as they have to use the necessary water to operate their businesses and the sewer cap did
not apply to commercial customers.
Following further discussion it was the consensus of the City Commission to go with Scenario 1, In
order to avoid large rate increases in the future the City Commission requested that Mr. Burton
provide projected rates for five years so that they could adopt the entire package and would not have
to revisit the rates each year. The City Manager suggested that the rates include a small annual
inflation increase so that unless there was a need for increased revenues, the rate structure would be
in place well into the future. The City Commission concurred.
There being no further discussion, the Mayor declazed the meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
• COMMISSION MEETING
March 10, 2003
AGENDA
Call to order
Invocation and pledge to the flag
1. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission meeting of February 24, 2003
2. Courtesy of Floor to Visitors
A. Representatives of the City of Jacksonville with an update on plans for Dutton
Island II-Centex Property
3. Unfinished Business from Previous Meetings
A, City Manager's follow up report on issues from previous meetings
B. Request from Wilson and Wilson Optical, 615 Atlantic Boulevard, to allow a non-
conforming sign to be removed and re-installed in the same general location
4. Consent Agenda
ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER THE CONSENT AGENDA ARE CONSIDERED TO BE
ROUTINE BY THE CITY COMMISSION AND WILL BE ENACTED BY ONE MOTION IN
THE FORM LISTED BELOW. THERE WILL BE NO SEPARATE DISCUSSION OF THESE
ITEMS. IF DISCUSSION IS DESIRED, THAT ITEM WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE
CONSENT AGENDA AND WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY. SUPPORTING
DOCUMENTATION AND STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY
SUBMITTED TO THE CITY COMMISSION ON THESE ITEMS
A. Acknowledge receipt of monthly Public Works and Occupational License reports
(City Manager)
B. Authorize staff to negotiate a contract with VIA Concepts for the design of a 6,000
sq. ft. skate park facility pursuant to the specifications of RFP No.0203-3; in the
event a satisfactory agreement cannot be reached, authorize staff to negotiate with
Godard Design Associates, Inc. (City Manager)
C. Acknowledge receipt of Public Safety Annual Report (City Manager)
D. Acknowledge receipt of Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) Report (City Manager)
E. Authorize the Mayor to sign a. letter to our State Legislators requesting their support,
as recommended by the Florida League of Cities, for: 1) modifications to existing
State mandates regarding the heart and lung disabilities for police officers, and 2)
not. adding the "March 12, 1999" date to the current definition of "extra benefits".
(City Manager)
5. Committee Reports
XAmended Agenda -See Item 7A
6. Action on Resolutions
7. Action on Ordinances
A. Ordinance No. 90-03-180 First Reading and Public Hearing {*Ordinance
has been revised and is being reintroduced for first reading )
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 24, ZONING, SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATIONS, TO ESTABLISH STORMWATER ON-SITE STORAGE
REQUIREMENTS AND TREATMENT, FLOODPLAIN STORAGE, AND
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES)
REQUIREMENTS, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (City Manager)
B. Ordinance No. 20-03-58 Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1,
2002 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 (City Manager)
C. Ordinance No. 90-03-181 Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CLTY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF DUVAL,
STATE OF FLORIDA, ADOPTING ORDINANCE NO. 90-03-181 REZONING
LANDS AS DESCRIBED HEREINAFTER TO PUD (PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT); PROVIDING FOR SPECIAL CONDITIONS; PROVIDING
FINDINGS OF FACT; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; REQUIRING
RECORDATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (City Manager)
D. Ordinance No. 60-03-13 Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF TFIE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING
ORDINANCE NO.60-03-13, WHICH SHALL AMEND CHAPTER 17 OF THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES, SIGNS AND ADVERTISING STRUCTURES, AS PREVIOUSLY
ADOPTED THROUGH ORDINANCE NO. 60-02-12, TO ADD NEW SECTION 14,
PARAGRAPH (5), PROVIDING FOR RECORDATION AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
8. Miscellaneous Business
A. Action on staff recommendation regarding relocation, installation and coating of
elevated storage tank at Water Plant No. 2 pursuant to the specifications of Bid No.
0203-2 Rebid (City Manager)
B. Action of recommendations of the Recreation and Cultural Arts Advisory
Committee:
1. Fees and Charges: No charges be levied for building use for City events and
advertised events that are open to the public, and charges for Atlantic Beach
homeowners' associations be $25 with a $50 deposit
2. Sculpture: Purchase and installation of a concrete sculpture near the Police
Station at a cost of $5,000
3. Beaches Project Graduation: Support the 2003 Graduation Celebration Program
in the amount of $1,000
*Amended agenda -See Item 7A
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C. Review suggested language relative to "aggressive solicitation" and authorize staff to
draft an ordinance for adoption into Chapter 13 of the City Code (City Manager)
9. City Manager
10. Reports and/or requests from City Commissioners and City Attorney
Adjournment
If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission with respect to any matter considered at any
meeting, such person may need a record of the proceedings, and, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made, which record shall include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be
based.
Any person wishing to speak to the City Commission on any matter at this meeting should submit a request to the City
Clerk prior to the meeting. For your convenience, forms for this purpose are available at the entrance to the Commission
Chambers.
Every effort is made to indicate what action the City Commission is expected to take on each agenda item. However, the
City Commission may act upon any agenda subject, regardless of how the matter is stated on the agenda.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities
needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk by 5:00 PM, Friday, March
7, 2003.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OIL' THE ATLANTIC
BEACH CITY COMMISSION HELD IN CITY HALL, 800 SEMINOLE
ROAD AT 7:15 P.M. ON MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2003
PRESENT: John Meserve, Mayor
Richard Beaver, Mayor Pro Tem
Mike Borno
Paul Parsons
Dezmond Waters, Commissioners
AND: James Hanson, City Manager
Maureen King, City Clerk
Alan C. Jensen, City Attorney
Mayor Meserve called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m. The Invocation
given by Mayor Meserve was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to
the Flag.
1. Approval of the minutes of the Regular Commission meeting
of February 24, 2003
Motion: A rove the minutes of the Re ular Commission
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Meeting of February 24, 2003 as presented.
The motion carried unanimously.
2. Courtesy of the Floor to Visitors
Beach Renourishment Project Update
Kevin Bodge, the city's consultant for the project, stated that he had met
with the Corps of Engineers on Friday, March 7`" to discuss resuming the
project. He indicated that the City of Jacksonville was waiting for an
amended proposal from the Corps concerning apportionment of the
approximately 170,000 cubic yards of available beach quality sand. Mr.
Bodge indicated he should know more about the volume of available
sand and where it would be placed by the end of the week. He further
indicated that during the meeting, the question arose as to what would
happen to any materials declined by Atlantic Beach and Jacksonville
Beach, and stated that he felt the City of Jacksonville should also decline
such material.
Mr. Bodge reported that various public and private entities were
interested in acquiring the shells and the contractor was in the process of
negotiating a price for the material. Mr. Bodge further stated that he had
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contacted the State of Florida concerning the sub-contractor's right to
sell the shells but had not received an answer.
Commissioner Parsons inquired concerning the method of dlstnbutmg
available sand and Mr. Bodge explained that sand would be placed
according to the greatest need.
Sally Clemens of 1638 Park Terrace West believed the city's fee for
camping on Dutton Island should be equal to or less than the fees
charged by the City of Jacksonville. She also felt Homeowners
Associations should not be charged a S25 fee to use the Adele Grage
Cultural Center for a one or two hour meeting. Mrs. Clemens inquired
if fees would be charged for use of the skate park.
Barbara Bonner of 463 Selva Lakes Circle presented a petition
requesting that sidewalks be installed on 11`h Street from Parkside Drive
to the ocean access on 1 lth Street.
Jim McCue of 660 Aquatic Drive stated that he was the architect for
the development taking place on the old "Fred's Saloon" property on
Mayport Road. Mr. McCue distributed a letter requesting Commission
consideration to amend the current sign ordinance to allow larger signage
for the future tenants of "Mayport Square" and copies of a site plan for
the property. A copy of the request is attached and made part of this
official record as Attachment A.
A. Representatives of the City of Jacksonville with an update on
plans for Dutton Island II -Centex Property
Alexia Graff of England, Thims and Miller, the design firm for the
park representing the City of Jacksonville Preservation Project,
presented a preliminary design plan for Dutton Island II (the property
formerly owned by Centex Homes). Ms. Graff stated that the design
would be completed by the end of the year and would consist of a canoe
tie-up, nature trails and a picnic pavilion. Ms. Graff stated that she
would provide small pictures of the preliminary design.
3. Unfinished Business from Previous Meetings
A. City Manager's Follow Up Report on Issues from Previous
Meetings
City Manager Hanson commented on each item of his written report, a
copy of which is attached and made part of this official record as
Attachment B.
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McDonald's Restaurant Tree Mitigation
Commissioner Waters inquired if penalties should be more severe for
violations to the city's tree ordinance and inquired concerning the
violation that occurred on the McDonald's property.
Building Official Ford explained that the action taken by the Tree Board
resulted in more trees being planted on the site, and in addition, $3,393
was paid into the tree fund by the developer.
B. Request from Wilson and Wilson Optical, 615 Atlantic
Boulevard, to allow anon-conforming sign to be removed and
re-installed in the same general location
Mayor Meserve reported that the Wilsons were not in attendance and
action was deferred to the next meeting.
4. Consent Agenda:
D. Acknowledge Receipt of Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
Report (City Manager)
E. Authorize the Mayor to Sign a Letter to our State
Legislators Requesting Their Support, as Recommended
by the Florida League of Cities, for: (1) Modifications to
Existing State Mandates regarding the Heart and Lung
Disabilities for Police Officers, and (2) Not Adding the
"March 12,1999" Date to the Current Definition of
"Extra Benefits" (City Manager}
Mayor Meserve requested that Consent Agenda Items B and C be
removed from the agenda for discussion. Commissioner Parsons
requested that Item A, the Public Works Department Monthly
Report be removed for further discussion.
Motion: Approve Consent Agenda Items D & E as
presented.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
A. Acknowledge Receipt of the Monthly Public Works and
Occupational License Reports (City Manager)
Commissioner Parsons inquired as to why the Sherry Drive Project
was listed in the Public Works Monthly Report as being 100%
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the project.
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Public Works Director Kosoy explained that Callaway Construction
had completed their part of the project.
B. Authorize staff to negotiate a contract with VIA
Concepts for the design of a 6,000 sq. ft. skate park
facility pursuant to the specifications of RFP No. 0203-3;
in the event a satisfactory agreement cannot be reached,
authorize staff to negotiate with Godard Design
Associates, Inc. (City Manager}
Parks and Recreation Director Johnson explained the evaluation and
ranking procedure used when considering each firm. He pointed
out that the top ranked firm, VIA Concepts, had put together a team
comprised of skate park experts and the engineering firm of
McVeigh and Mangum Engineering, a firm that has designed many
recreational facilities.
Commissioner Waters stated that he was opposed to any
consideration of the third ranked company because it builds with
metal, which he felt would be too noisy in a residential area.
Motion: Authorize staff to negotiate a contract with VIA
Concepts for the design of a 6,000 sq. ft. skate park
facility pursuant to the specifications of RrP No. 0203-3;
in the event a satisfactory agreement cannot be reached,
authorize staff to negotiate with Godard Design
Associates, Inc.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
C. Acknowledge receipt of Public Safety Annual Report
(City Manager)
Public Safety Director Thompson presented the Public Safety
Department Annual Report. He indicated that the total number of
crimes had decreased 9.4% in 2002, violent crimes had increased
17% and the overall crime rate of 40.65 per 1,000 reflected the
lower number of crimes reported in 2002.
Public Safety Director Thompson stated that the number of uniform
traffic citations and arrests decreased in 2002 due to loss of
personnel. Statistical information was provided concerning Fire
and Rescue, Lifeguards, Code Enforcement and Animal Control.
The Annual Report is attached and made part of this official record
as Attachment C.
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5. Committee Reports:
There were no Committee Reports.
6. Action on Resolutions:
There was no action on Resolutions.
7. Action on Ordinances:
A. Ordinance No. 90-03-180 First Reading and Public
Hearing (*Ordinance was revised and vas being
reintroduced for first reading )
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 24,
ZONING, SUBDIVISION AND LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, TO ESTABLISH
STORMWATER OFF-SITE STORAGE
REQUIREMENTS AND TREATMENT, FLOODPLAIN
STORAGE, AND NATIONAL POLLUTANT
DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NDPES)
REQUIREMENTS, AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE (City Manager)
Mayor Meserve read the ordinance by title only.
Motion: Approve Ordinance No. 90-03-180 on first
reading.
Mayor Meserve explained that the ordinance had been amended
since the previous meeting and was before the City Commission
again for a first reading. City Manager Hanson explained the
changes, which included a waiver provision for surveys in Section
24-67(d) 1 and an enforcement clause for maintenance under Item 6.
Mayor Meserve announced that the Public Hearing and Final
Reading of the Ordinance would take place on March 24`n
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
B. Ordinance No. 20-03-58 Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH,
FLORIDA, FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING
OCTOBER 1, 2002 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30,
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Mayor Meserve read the ordinance by title only and announced that
the public hearing would be held March 24, 2003.
Motion: Approve Ordinance No. 20-03-58 on first
reading.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
C. Ordinance No. 90-03-181 Introduction & First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, COUNTY OF DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA,
ADOPTING ORDINANCE N0.90-03-181 REZONING
LANDS AS DESCRIBED HEREINAFTER TO PUD
(PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT); PROVIDING
FOR SPECIAL CONDITIONS; PROVIDING
FINDINGS OF FACT; PROVIDING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE; REQUIRING RECORDATION; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (City Manager)
Mayor Meserve read the ordinance by title only.
Motion: Approve Ordinance No. 90-03-181 on first
reading.
Commissioner Waters believed a workshop should be held to
discuss private roads, density and the request to put garage
apartments (family suites) on all of the lots in the development. He
expressed concern about allowing the construction of garage
apartments on all of the lots since the city had been trying to limit
garage apartments. He also expressed concern that sometime in the
future the city would be asked to take over the private streets of the
development.
Motion: Defer consideration of the PUD to a workshop
meeting where this matter can be discussed in more
detail.
Mayor Meserve believed the ordinance should be continued to the
second reading and the process could be halted at that time, if
necessary. He further stated that the Commission had a
recommendation from the Community Development Board and any
questions could be answered at the public hearing.
Don Wolfson, Chair of the Community Development Board, stated
that he believed a communication error was made relative to the
recommendations made by the Community Development Board and
what was communicated to the Commission regarding "family
suites."
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Mr. Wolfson read the following paragraph from Community
Development Director Doerr's staff report dated March 3, 2003:
"Uses are limited to single-family residential, home occupations in
accordance with such provisions of the Land Development
Regulations, and typical accessory structures. The application also
requests approval of "family suites" that would be constructed in
association with detached garages, similar to garage apartments as
addressed in Section 24-88. (The application provides for the same
restrictions as in Section 24-88, except that the PUD expressly limits
these to occupancy by family members only and no lease or rental
of such suites)."
Discussion ensued and Mr. Wolfson expressed concerns regarding
the number of lots that would be considered double frontage lots
(through lots) on which family suites (garage apartments) could be
built. Mr. Wolfson supported Commissioner Waters' suggestion to
discuss the matter fully in a workshop.
Mayor Meserve believed this to be a zoning issue that had nothing
to do with the PUD and said he needed to see what was voted on by
the Community Development Board.
City Attorney Jensen inquired if Exhibit B attached to the ordinance
was the same as that presented to the Community Development
Board. Ms. Doerr stated it was the same document except for the
changes made by the Community Development Board.
City Attorney Jensen asked if the language describing family suites
in the Commission's document was the same language presented to
the Community Development Board. Ms. Doerr confirmed that the
language in the text was the same in both documents. City Attorney
Jensen further stated that he did not want the Commission to get the
impression that something was changed between the two meetings
other than what was requested by the Community Development
Board. He further stated that the language describing family suites
in this PUD was contained in Exhibit B and the language contained
in Section 24-88 did not apply because the request was not under
that Section, but was made under the PUD. Ms. Doerr explained
that the developer was asking for family suites for a limited number
of lots that allowed detached garages.
Paul Nichols, the developer of Paradise Preserve, explained his
vision for the gated community and the work of his designers to
come up with innovative designs for the homes. He indicated that
detached garages with family suites would be built on the larger
lots. He further stated that he did not intend to build detached
garages on every lot and had said so at the Community
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Development Board meeting. Mr. Nicholson indicated that he
would be willing to restrict the number of lots having detached
garages with family suites to 25-30%.
A workshop meeting was tentatively scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on
March 24`h
There was no further discussion and the motion to defer carried
unanimously.
D. Ordinance No. 60-03-13 Introduction & First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING ORDINANCE NO.
60-03-13, WHICH SHALL AMEND CHAPTER 17 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, SIGNS AND
ADVERTISING STRUCTURES, AS PREVIOUSLY
ADOPTED THROUGH ORDINANCE NO. 60-02-12,
TO ADD NEW SECTION 14, PARAGRAPH (5),
PROVIDING FOR RECORDATION AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
The Mayor read the ordinance by title only and announced that the
public hearing would be held March 24, 2003.
Motion: Approve Ordinance No. 60-03-13 on first
reading.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
S. Miscellaneous Business:
A. Action on staff recommendation regarding Relocation,
Installation and Coating of Elevated Storage Tank at
Water Plant No. 2, pursuant to the specifications of Bid
No. 0203-02 Rebid (City Manager)
Utility Director Kaluzniak reported that circumstances had changed
and it was now her recommendation that the city move forward
with, relocating and installing the tank.
Ms. Kaluzniak reported that the city would not get a lower price for
a comparable tank, and the tank would improve the city's water
storage capabilities during storms and power outages. She also felt
the additional capacity would improve the city's ISO rating.
Utility Director Kaluzniak requested authorization for relocation,
installation and coating of the elevated storage tank at Water Plan
No. 2 as follows: (1) Award bid to Gruhn May for the relocation,
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installation and coating of the tank in the amount of $337,700, (2)
authorize the city's existing annual contractors to complete the yard
piping as follows: Gruhn May, Inc. -yard piping in the amount of
$26,830 and Brooks and Limbaugh Electrical Contractors in the
amount of $10,000, and (3) authorize Howey Green Tank
Inspections to perform the construction engineering and inspection
work in the amount of $16,850 from funds already budgeted.
Commissioner inquired as to what projects would be postponed to
fund the project. Ms. Kaluzniak reported that the following projects
would be rescheduled or eliminated: (1) Rehabilitation of the
ground storage tanks at Water Plant 3 previously scheduled for next
year but had a three year leeway and would be rescheduled in two
years, (2) A watermain replacement in the Mayport Road/
Wonderwood area was studied and it was determined that for the
cost of $140,000, the flow rate would not increase significantly, and
was eliminated, and (3) sewer rehabilitation projects in the amount
of $200,000 for Mini System B and for a sewer line going across
Mayport Road were postponed.
Motion: (1) Award bid to Gruhn May for the relocation,
installation and coating of the tank in the amount of
$337,700, (2) accept staff recommendation and authorize
the city's existing annual contractors to complete yard
piping, electrical and construction engineering and
inspections. (Gruhn May, Inc. -yard piping in the amount
of $26,830 and Brooks and Limbaugh Electrical Contractors
in the amount of $10,000, and (3) authorize Howey Green
Tank Inspections to perform the construction engineering
and inspection work in the amount of $16,850 from funds
already budgeted).
There was no more discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
B. Action on Recommendations of the Recreation and
Cultural Arts Advisory Committee:
1. Fees and Charges: No charges be levied for building
use for City events and advertised events that are
open to the public, and charges for Atlantic Beach
homeowners' associations be $25 with a $50 deposit.
2. Sculpture: Purchase and installation of a concrete
sculpture near the Police station at a cost of $5,000
3. Beaches Project Graduation: Support the 2003
Graduation Celebration Program in the amount of
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Motion: Accept recommendations of the Recreation and
Cultural Arts Advisory Committee as written.
Discussion ensued and Commissioner Waters requested an
additional $1,000 be donated to the Graduation Celebration. Nancy
DeCandis explained the event and stated that an additional $5,000
was needed to put on the program.
Following further discussion it was the consensus of the
Commission to increase the donation to Project Graduation to
$1,500.
Amendment to the motion: Accept recommendations of
the Recreation and Cultural Arts Advisory Committee as
written, with an exception that the donation to Project
Graduation be increased to $1,500.
There was no further discussion and the amendment to the motion
and motion carried unanimously.
C. Review suggested language relative to "Aggressive
Solicitation" and authorize staff to draft an Ordinance
for adoption into Chapter 13 of the City Code (City
Manager)
City Manager Hanson explained the purpose and intent of including
language in Chapter 13 Offenses of the City Code to prohibit
aggressive solicitation.
Discussion of the ATM and penalty sections of the proposed
ordinance ensued. By consensus the Commission directed staff to
draft an ordinance prohibiting aggressive solicitation to be included
in Chapter 13 of the City Code.
Political Candidates
Mayor Meserve recognized Art Graham and Holly Kartsonis,
Candidates for Jacksonville District 13 Council seat.
9. City Manager
City Manager Hanson reported on the following items:
Hopkins Creek Retention Pond Land Purchase
City Manager Hanson reported he had contacted the owners of two
parcels of property close to Aquatic Drive for the purpose of
acquiring land for stormwater retention and had determined that, at
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$2 million, one parcel was too expensive. He felt the second parcel,
which is owned by Sunrise Community Church, would be beneficial
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owned 10 acres near the Aquatic Gardens Retention Pond and
would be willing to work with the city concerning purchasing part
of the property if enough land was left for expansion of the church.
City Manager Hanson indicated that if the city decided to purchase
the property, a survey and appraisal would be needed, as well as a
conceptual layout of the pond.
City Manager Hanson stated that he would like to issue a RFP for
one firm to work with the church through the design and permitting
stage of the project.
After a brief discussion, the Commission concurred with the City
Manager and agreed to move forward with the RFP.
14. Reports and/or requests from City Commissioners and
City Attorney
Commissioner Waters
• • Reported that Mr. Olson loved the palm trees planted on East
Coast Drive and thanked the Parks and Recreation staff for their
work planting trees to replace those missing from the original
palm colonnade.
• Suggested the use of portable "No Parking" signs to reserve
spaces for Commission Meetings.
• Stated he enjoyed this year's Strategic Planning Meetings and
requested clarification on the strategic issues. The City Manager
stated he would prepare a report and Commissioners would have
an opportunity to provide further input.
Commissioner Parsons
• Stated he would like to see more art and sculpture located
throughout the city and provided illustrations of sculptures from a
city he visited in Colorado.
• Suggested that consideration be given to establishing term limits
for all boards and committees serving the city.
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Commissioner Borno
• Stated that with warmer weather, the city was entering the
mosquito breeding season and he would like the city to be pro-
active to take steps to eradicate the problem.
Mayor Meserve
• Reported that the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)
was working on the retention pond by the Best Western Motel on
Mayport Road and may periodically close one lane of traffic,
which was a concern since traffic problems from the Kennedy
maintenance project were on-going.
• Felt the strategic planning sessions were very worthwhile and the
city should stick to its long-range plans.
Commissioner Beaver
• Suggested placing an article in the city newsletter concerning
mosquito prevention.
• Commended staff for the good strategic planning sessions.
• Noted that over the rainy weekend, the city's new stormwater
drainage system worked just as it was designed.
There being no further discussion or business to come before the
City Commission, the Mayor declared them ting djourned at
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March 5, 2003
To: the City Council of Atlantic Beach, Florida
- 300 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach, Florida, 32233-544S
Re: Signage for the 2.39 acre "Fred's Saloon" property
Dear Councilors:
Vti'hat solutions for larger developments are pro~~ided for in your current sign~ordinance?
my client Mr. Benjamin Erhayel has purchased the first four parcels south of Donners Road on
the East side of Mayport Road, Together the parcels are. approximately 2.39 acres in size,
with the old "Fred's Saloon on parcel "B". V~'e have just started up-grading these blighted
properties with face lifts, improved parking and code complying landscaping. A 7,500 to
9,000 square foot free standing commercial building is planned to be constructed straddling
parcels•`.`$" and "C".
The following table describes the. square footages of commerciaLspace and potential number
of tenants which may have businesses in this centcr.
TABLE OF SQUARE FOOTAGES & TENANTS
PARCEL RENTAL SPACE POTENTIAL l~'UMBER
OF TENANTS
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sign at the center of the combined site. Mr. Erhayel ,without knowledge of the ordinance, had
taken dotivn the large sign tivhich stood at the center o£parcels "B" and "C" for repair and now is
supposedly unable to put it back up.
Please put yourselves inmy client's shoes and help us find a solution which will allow the future
tenants of "Mayport Square" their justly deserved signage on Mayport Road.
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MARCH 10, 2003 COMMISSION MEETING
March 3, 2003
MEMORANDUM
TO: The Honorable Mayor
and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Jim Hanso
SUBJECT: Follow-up Report
Code Enforcement Board Authority Dcalin~ with Tree Mitigation; A question was raised at
the last commission meeting about why the Code Enforcement Board had not taken up the issue
of the tree mitigation required for the McDonald's restaurant construction on Atlantic Boulevazd.
The City Code gives the Code Enforcement Board the authority to set additional fines relating to
tree mitigation only if and when the applicant fails to either pay the approved mitigation amount
into the Tree Fund or refuses to follow the approved tree planting plan. In the case of the
McDonald's restaurant, the applicant planted the trees in accordance with the plan approved by
the Tree Board and paid into the fund an additional mitigation amount of $3,393.00. Because
the applicant complied with the requirements approved by the Tree Board, the issue was not
referred to the Code Enforcement Board for further action.
Safety of Radar Cart for Sneed Enforcement; A citizen appeazed at the last commission
meeting questioning the safety of the use of the radaz sign in residential areas or other areas that
may be in close proximity to the public. The safety of police radars has been a subject of
considerable scientific inquiry over many years. A report on this dated February 27, 2003 from
John Campbell is attached. In summary, the radar used by police departments for traffic
enforcement has been determined to be safe in numerous scientific studies.
Beach Renourishment; Since the last commission meeting, discussions have been held with
representatives from the Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach and Kevin Bodge.
While the sand quality appeazs to be acceptable and was approved by the Commission at the last
regular meeting,' a new question has come up about the quantity of sand being available for the
Beach Renourishment Project., Finishing the currently designed project would require
approximately 300,000 cubic yards of beach quality sand. ,However, it appeazs that the amount
available through the "maintenance dredging" process in the St. Johns River would equal
170,000 cubic yards. After discussion with all parties involved, it has been determined that the
best and fairest way to resolve the issue is to allocate the available sand to the areas in
Jacksonville Beach and Atlantic Beach that have the greatest need and thereby would be at
greatest risk from additional erosion in the case of major storms. A memo dated February 26,
2003 from Kevin Bodge to Steve Ross/Jerry Scarborough of the Corps of Engineers outlines the
proposed placement of the available sand. A copy is attached. Copies of this memo were also
• distributed on February 27, 2003.
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Possible Use of Shell from Beach Remediation Projects; A suggestion was made at the last
commission meeting about the possibility of the use of the excess shell being removed from
Jacksonville Beach for trail stabilization in Atlantic Beach parks. After discussion with staff, it
has been determined that the concept may have merit. City employees are testing material to see
if it would be suitable after being crushed. If determined to be useful, staff will request the
remediation contractor to stock pile some of the materials for future use.
Proposed Sculpture; Questions were raised at the last Commission meeting about the size and
construction of a proposed sculpture to be located on City property near the Police/ Fire
complex. One question was whether or not the public could climb on it. The proposed sculpture
would be approximately eight feet tall and made from concrete. Commission approval for the
sculpture is requested by the Recreation and Cultural Arts Committee later on this agenda.
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Atlantic Beach Police Department
Memorandum
TO: David Thompson, Director of Public Safety
FROM: J. Campbell
COPY TO:
Subject: Hazards of Radio and Microwave Electromagnetic Wave Exposure
from Radar Speed Measuring Units.
The following information is taken from information provided by the Institute of Police
Technology and Management, including studies conducted by the U.S National Highway and
Transportation Safety Administration, American National Standards Institute,
Center for Devices and Radiological Health, an agency of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration, the Occupational Safety and Health Agency, and the Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers.
Police radar was first introduced in the late 1940's as an offshoot of World War II Radar
Technology. From time to time, there has been controversy over health hazards from exposure
to the microwave energy of the radar units.
The properties of speed radar have been known for years. Police radar operates at X and
K-band frequencies (i.e., 10 - 35 GHz) with a continuous wave signal and is a nonionizing
Radiation. The output power ranges between 10 to 25 milliwatts. By comparison, the power
output of a child's walkie-talkie is 35 milliwatts, and a cellular hand-held telephone operates at
power levels of hundreds of milliwatts. In today's society many commonly used products use
similar technology and similar frequencies: alarm systems, automatic garage door openers,
motion detectors, computer networks, microwave ovens, and many operate at similar or
higher intensities and in a broad range of frequencies.
The limits of nonionizing radiation set forth by the American National Standards Institute, one of
the widely recognized institutes identifying safe limits of nonionizing radiation exposure,
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recommends a maximum power density of 10.0 mW/cm 2 for the frequency bands on which
Kustom Signals traffic radar systems operate (ANSI C95.1-1994, "American National Standards
Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields,
300 KHz to 100 GHz).
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health, and agency of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA), recommends similar limits (title 21, Code of Federal Regulations,
Subchapter J, Section 1030.10, ("Performance Standards for Microwave and Radio Frequency
Emitting Products"). "The 10.0 mW/cmz limits is clearly acceptable by most reputable scientific
and medical authorities." The FDA has examined the possible health hazards of police radar and
made the following statement: "There is no evidence of a risk of cancer or other hazards from
exposure to the level and type or microwave radiation produced by police radar units." (1968)
Kustom Signal radar systems utilize microwave oscillators, which produce aperture power
densities, measured directly at the face of the antenna, in the range of approximately 0.3 to 2.3
mW/cmz. The majority of units produce values in the 0.3 to 0.6 mW/cmz range. Kustom Signal
Testing Facilities states, "none of their units are capable of producing an aperture power density
in excess of 4.0 mW/cmz ", still well below the safe limit. These levels measurements are taken
directly in the main beam ofthe antenna, and the power densities become lower as the beam
spreads and at the sides or the beam.
Another reference document on this is a DOT publication, "Field Strength Measurement of
Speed Measuring Radar Units" (NHTSA Technical Report # DOT-HS-805.9 8). This reports
states: "a series of tests performed on twenty-two commonly used traffic radar units, measured
aperture power density levels from 0.25 to 2.82 mW/cmz." This is well below the recommended
maximum of 10.0 mW/cmz. (See attachments of study findings)
In 1981, Dr. Fisher, P.D., Michigan State University, measured numerous radar units and
concluded, "maximum exposure during use of radar devices is less than 0.50 mW/cmz." The
newer radars tend to be at lower power than older ones included in the 1981 tests.
Measurements and analysis of microwave exposures near operating police radar units have
shown that even high exposure levels are well below the recommended safety limits. Exposure
near police radar is substantially below the limits set by recommended standards. Microwave
exposure near police radar are safe by existing standards, and that there is no scientific basis for
the alleged link between police radar, with cancer or other health hazards.
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Tim Hanson
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prom: 'Kevin R. Bodge, Ph.D.,1'.E.
Date: February 26, 2003
FAX N0. 904 384 7368 AGENDA ITEM #3A
MARCH 10, 2003
Olsen
associates, mc.
Coastal Engineering
x438 Nerschei Street
Jacksonville. FL 32210
(904}387.6714
Re: JacksonvillelAtlantic Beach Renourishlnent
The following summarizes my conversations today with the Corps staff and the
Cities of Atlantic Beach and Jacksonville Beach.
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It is my understanding that all parties concur that the most prudent placement of
the estimated 170,000 cubic yards of beach-quality material that maybe available from
dredging of Sections 7 and 2, above -41 ft, is as follows:
1. South Jacksonville Beach: approximately 2300 ft from 16`h Ave. South to l0a'
Ave. South, R70-R72; 37,000 cy.
2. Atlantic Beach: approximately 4900 ft from 1't St, to 14`hl15~' St., R47-R52;
90,000 cy.
3. North Jacksonville Beach: approximately 3800 R from 4`I' Ave. North to 14`" Ave.
North, R61-RbS; 43,000 cy.
Based upon relative raced, the preferred order of work is as listed above. !t is
recognized that there maybe insufficient time and/or sand volume to place rcnourishment
material along the third reach (North Jacksonville Beach).
It is recommended that the construction berm width be increased, slightly (10 to
20 feet) along the first reach (South Jacksonville Beach). This would improve
constructability and slightly increase the placed volume that is available to "feed" the
adjacent slt~~reline that is not flied (to the north) and from which shell is removed (to the
south). In the present circumstances, I believe that this modest change is consistent with
State permit allowances.
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The Ciry of Jacksonville Heaeh remains anxious that the infonmational flyers can
be printed and distributed prior to the commencement of remediation work (which may
be within a t:ew days).
The City of Atlantic $each would likewise request that informational flyers
regarding the beach renourishment activity be printed and distributed to a affected beach
front residextts prior to commencement of work there.
I recommend that "mini" weekly meetings be held at the Beach beginning next
week, involving the Corps, City of Jacksonville, the Beaches cities, and the dredging
contractor :end his remediation subcontractor. These meetings need not be lengthy, but
would provide more fluid understanding of the work among all parties. It may also allow
the Beaches; cities to resolve potential conflicts with local activities, including other
ongoing construction work by the City oi'Jacksonville Beach, before problems arise.
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I additionally explained the rationale and need for the proposed testing protocol
provided to Walt Hogefe. It is my understanding that Atlantic Beach and Jacksonville
Beach concur with the proposed methodology. While the "thresholds" for material
evaluation that I drafted may serve as a reasonable starting-out point, the standard of
evaluation should be flexible and modified if/as necessary based upon the observed
results from the placed dredge material.
Please call if. you have any questions. Please also let me know if I have
misinterpre:~:ed any parties' views, as expressed above.
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ATTACHMENT C
MARCH 10, 2003 COMMISSION MEETING
STAFF REPORT
City of Atlantic Beach
Commission Meeting
AGENDA ITEM: Public Safety Annual Report
DATE: February 26, 2003
SUBMITTED BY: David E. Thomps~ Chief of Police/DPS
BACKGROUND:
Each year, the Department of Public Safety submits an annual report to the City Commission
relative to the services, events, and statistics for the previous calendar year. Typically, the report
reviews the number of crimes, the crime rates, number of arrests and uniform traffic citations,
calls for service, Fire and Rescue responses, and Code Enforcement activities. For the year 2002,
the lifeguard annual statistics have been included in the report.
In past years, the Police Department was largely dependent on Records personnel to research and
report the crime information. However, at the end of 2001, a new automated reporting system was
implemented in the Police Department, and it compiles most of the crime information necessary
for crime analysis. There are some records that are not automated at this time, but steps are being
taken to address them in the near future.
Contents:
• After reviewin the statistics on Index Crimes 't 's a
g , i i pparent that the total number of index cremes
decreased significantly from the year 2001. "Index crimes" include Murder, Rape, Robbery,
Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Larceny, and Auto Theft. In 2001 there were 619 index crimes
reported, and in 2002 there were 561 index crimes reported, showing a decrease of 9.4%.
Violent crime (Murder, Rape, Robbery, and Aggravated Assault) increased from 70 violent
crimes in 2001, to 82 violent crimes in 2002, showing an increase of 17%.
Individual index crimes showed significant decreases in forcible sex offenses, larceny, and auto
theft. Significant increases were noted in robbery and aggravated assault.
The overall crime rate of 40.65 per 1,000, reflected the lower number of crimes reported in 2002,
and the violent crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 increased consistent with the number of violent crime
reported in 2002. These rates are significantly lower than the City of Jacksonville (2002) or the
State of Florida (2001).
Highlights:
For 2002, the average monthly emergency response times were approximately 3.35 minutes. This
was measured from the time the call was received by the Emergency Communications Operators,
to the time an officer arrived on the scene. Arrests decreased from 1092 in 2001, to 882 in 2002.
The number of uniform traffic citations decreased from 6353 in 2001, to 5345 in 2002. This is
largely indicative of personnel changes during 2002. A number of productive officers were lost
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to other law enforcement agencies, and this is reflected in lower productivity while recruiting and
training new officers.
Fire and Rescue: The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a total of 993
emergency calls in Atlantic Beach, including 173 Fire calls and 820 Emergency Medical calls.
The average response times for Fire and EMS were lower than the response times in 2001.
Lifeguards: During the 2002 season, Atlantic Beach lifeguards rescued 16 people in the ocean,
handled 77 emergency medical cases (4 major cases), assisted people with 378 marine animal
contacts (typically jellyfish stings), assisted and located 19 missing persons on the beach, and
issued 127 official warnings to prevent problems in the surf.
Code Enforcement: The difference in the number of cases handled by the Code Enforcement
Officer in 2001 and 2002 was less than 1%. In 2002, code enforcement handled 2,832
complaints/investigations. At the end of the year, 2790 cases were brought into compliance, 104
were pending, and 1 was being appealed.
Animal Control: The majority of the 2002 calendar year, there were no animal control officers
working for the City. After the loss of the prior anima] control officers, recruiting new animal
control officers was a challenging task. Two (2) animal control officers were hired at the end of
July and beginning of August. A great deal of their initial time was spent in training. Over the
four month period, from September through December, they:
a. Responded to 765 telephone calls,
b. Captured dogs, cats, and wild animals,
c. Loaned traps to citizens,
d. Adopted animals to rescue organizations and citizens,
e. Returned animals to owners, and
f. Issued 88 Animal Control Citations.
BUDGET: None
RECOMMENDATIONS: None
ATTACHMENTS: Slides of Graphs and Statistics f ublic Safety in 2002
REVIEWED BY CITY MANAGER:
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2001/2002 Call Comparisons
2001 2002
Calls for Service Calls for Service
24,152 22,313
Fire and Rescue
. Answered 933 Emergency Calls
• 173 Fire Calls
. 820 Emergency Medical Calls
. Average Response times were lower
than 2001... usually 3-6 minutes
depending on distance and traffic
.Crime Rate Comparisons
,. Jurisdiction Total Violent
. AB 40.65/1,000 5.94/1,000
. Jax 66.62/1,000 9.2/1,000
. Fla(2001) 55.79/1,000 7.98/1,000
Highlights
. Emergency Response Times averaged
approximately 3.35 minutes for police
. Overall Crime decreased 9.4% from 619 to
561 Crimes
. Violent Crime Increased 17% from 70 to 82
^ Arrests were down 19% from 1092 to 882
• Traffic Citations were down 16% from 6353
to 5345
Lifeguards
. 16 Rescues
.0 Drownings
. 77 Medical Cases, 4 major cases
. 378 Marine Animal Contacts
. 19 Missing Persons/ Found
. 127 Warnings
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` Code Enforcement
Slight decrease in new cases (less than
i%) from 2001 to 2002 from 2,851 to
2,832
. 2790 Brought into Compliance (includes
63 cases from 2001)
104 Were Pending
. 1 Was Appealing
,, ~ Animal Control
. For five (5) Months
. 765 Phone Calls
. 5 Bites
. 121 Animals Impounded
. 45 Traps Issued
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CODE ENFORCEMENT CASES PER YEAR
7002 TOTAL
7001 TOTAL ~
2000 TOTgl ~
1DDD TOTAL
1908 TOTAL
1DD7 TDTAL
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1DD5 TOTAL
iD91 TOTAL
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 9000
Animal _Control
. 41 Animals returned to owners
. 16 Animals Adopted
. 88 Animal Control Citations Issued
. 0 Rabies Alerts
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