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COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
OCTOBER 10, 1960
1. Call to Order
2. Minutes of Meeting of September 26, 1960.
3. Recognition of Visitors.
1. Robert Lynch, Sherry Dr. sidewalk.
4. Communication to Commission
1. R.W. Fowler and Associates, Inc.
2. Edward H. Banks
5. Old Business
1. Beaches Babe Ruth League
6. City Manager
1. Joe Reinertson of Jax, Inc. Final Estimate.
2. Street sweeper
7. Resolutions
1. Interstate Contracting Co. , Accepting streets.
2. Interstate Contracting Co. , LP Gas.
8. Ordinances
1. Subdivision Ordinance lst Reading.
9. Commissioners
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC BEACH CITY
COMMISSION HELD AT THE CITY HALL ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 10TH,
1960 AT 8 P.M.
Present:
Wm. S. Howell
Preben Johansen
J.B. Claiborne
Chas. R. Moore
W. Laney Whitehurst, Commissitners
and
Frank Thompson, City Attorney
J.F. Waggoner, Jr. City Manager
Adele S . Grage, City Clerk
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor-Commissioner,
Mr. Howell.
Minutes of the meeting of September 26th, 1960 were approved as
written upon motion of Mr. Johansen, seconded by Mr. Claiborne
and carried.
Mr. Howell recognized visitors present and called for any busi-
ness from the floor. Mr. Bob Lynch presented a request that a
sidewalk be built on the east side of Sherry Drive for the bene-
fit of the children going to Atlantic-Neptune School. He suggested
that the Commission make a study of the cost and all factors in
volved before making a decision. Members of the P.T.A. and others
present spoke on the need for the sidewalk. There was a discus-
sion of the feasibility of putting the sidewalk on the west side
of Sherry Drive, but problem of drainage and cost to cover the
ditch would make it unwise. The matter was discussed at length
as to costs, who will pay, filling ditch in front of school, etc.
The P.T.R. was asked to get a report from property owners as to
their opinion of a sidewalk on the East side of Sherry Drive and
report back to the Commission.
Mr.A.. Glenn who owns property located Lots 5 & 6, Block 20 advised
tnat he felt the sewer service charges for multiple places such
as his were too high and would appreciate it if Commission could
make some adjustments in same. There was a discussion and it was
decided to study the matter and see what can come up with.
Mr . Alan Potter feels we should keep after the Board of Education
relative to school facilities here at Atlantic Beach due to our
anticipated growth. The Commission has already called the matter
to the Board ' s attention, and plans to keep after it.
A letter was presented from Fowler & Associates advising that they are
making plans to build on Tract 3 , Donner Replat and requesting
the City to furnish them with sewer and water services which will
be needed about January 1st, 1961. It was discussed and decided
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if economically feasible, we would do, but will study and make
a definite decision later.
A letter was presented from Mr. Ed Banks relative to the excess
water charge on his place due to his usage in air conditioning.
A sliding scale rate was discussed, as a possibility, and after
due discussion it was the consensus of opinion that it was not
advisable to cut rates at this time.
Mr. Waggoner presented Final Estimate #3 from Joe Reinertson of
Jacksonville on the Sewage Lift Station "E" and Force Main in the
amount of $4, 180.00 and advised that it has been approved by our
Engineer, Mr. Parks and is recommended for payment. Dr. Whitehurslt
moved that this Estimate be paid, seconded by Mr. Moore and carried.
Mr. Waggoner presented plans from P.H. Gay for a Shopping Center
on Atlantic Blvd. and advised that it conformed except for a few
minor changes which they will make, and recommended that it be
accepted by the Commission. It was discussed following which Mr.
Moore moved that the plans be approved and that a building permit
be issued Mr. Gay for the Shopping Center, seconded by Mr. Claiborne
and carried.
Mr. Johansen presented Resolution #60-21 accepting specified streets
in Royal Palm Sub-Division as to paving, sewer, water, drainage, etc.
an roved adorti'n of_ same ' , seconded by Dr. Whitehurst and car-
ried. The maintenance bond in amount of $17 , 580. 50 is on file.
Copy of Resolution # 60-21 is attached to these minutes and made a
part thereof.
Dr. Whitehurst presented Resolution #60-22 permitting the installa-
tion of LP gas tanks and mains in street right-of-ways and easements
in Royal Palms sub-division with certain stipulations and moved
its adoption, seconded by Mr. Moore and carried. Copy of Resolution
#60-22 is attached to these minutes and made a part thereof.
There was considerable discussion as to enforcing the provisions
of this Resolution and knowing when the installations were in line
with the code. It was recommended that Mr . Waggoner contact an
authprity on such installations so that he can be satisfied as to
the said installations.
Mr. Howell presented in writing an Ordinance Amending Ordinance
No. 67-58-1, Prescribing Street Paving Requirements for Sub-divi-
sions and Re-Subdivisions for first reading by title only. Mr.
Moore moved its adoption on first reading, seconded by Mr. Johansen
and having been duly considered the Mayor put the question thereon
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and the vote was unanimous in favor of said Ordinance on first
reading. October 24th, 1960 was set as date for Public Hearing
on said Ordinance.
Dr. Whitehunst advised that he has given much thought to the
question of donations to charities and civic organizations by the
Commission, and that although he is personally in favor of such
worthy causes, he is opposed to the City donating tax money to
such worthy causes, and would like to go on record that he will
vote "no" on any that come up.
Mr. Johansen brought up the matter of Civil Defense and what is
being done to inform the public. There was a general discussion
of Civil Defense.
There being no further business the Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned.
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Wm. S. H w4. , Mayor-Commissioner
Attest:
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Adele S. Grage, City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 1, 5"
WHEREAS, the Interstate Contracting Company, developers of
Royal Palms Subdivision, have completed all of the sewer lines,
water lines, storm drainage lines, curbs and gutters, and
paving in Bonita Road, the west portion of Amberjack Lane from
Plaza to Bonita Road and the east portion of Amberjack Lane
from Plaza to Bonita Road and,
WHEREAS, the facilities have been installed according to the
approved plans and specifications and have been inspected by
the City Forces and,
WHEREAS, the Interstate Contracting Company has posted a one
year maintenance bond in the amount of $17 , 580. 50 to insure
their proper construction,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH,
FLORIDA, That,
The City of Atlantic Beach accept these sewer lines, water lines,
storm drainage lines, curbs and gutters , and paving in Bonita
Road, the west portion of Amberjack Lane from Plaza to Bonita
Road and the east portion of Amberjack Lane from Plaza to Bonita
Road for maintenance and operation.
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Passed by the City Commission on ILLY - , 1960.
Attest:
City Clerk
(SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, The Interstate Contracting Company, which is presently
developing land and constructing homes in Royal Palms Sub-
division, have requested permission to install and operate a
block-type LP Propane gas system and it is the desire of said
company to locate underground gas storage tanks and gas mains,
to serve each block of said subdivision, in the street rights-
of-way and on utility easements granted to the City of Atlantic
Beach by way of dedication of said subdivision plat, and,
WHEREAS, the City Commission has given due consideration to the
request of the Interstate Contracting Company for permission to
install said LP Propane gas tanks and gas mains in the dedicated
street rights-of-way and utility easements of said subdivision
for the purpose of operating such a gas system as described herein;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City
of Atlantic Beach, Florida, that,
The Interstate Contracting Company is given permission to install
underground LP Propane gas tanks and gas mains in the dedicated
street rights-of-way and utility easements in Royal Palms
Subdivision, and the City Manager is hereby instructed to issue
permits for the installation of said tanks and mains to said
Interstate Contracting Company upon the following conditions:
1. That, when and if it becomes necessary for the City of
Atlantic Beach to install, repair, move, replace or do any work
on any water, sewer, drainage or other facilities, and in doing
such work the LP Propane gas tanks and/or gas mains are in
conflict with the proposed work, the Interstate Contracting
Company will move, relocate or if necessary remove said tanks
and mains within thirty (30) days after written notice at no
cost to the City of Atlantic Beach.
2. That, the construction, operation, maintenance and
repair of said tanks and mains shall conform to any requirements
made by the City for the protection and safety of the public,
and such maintenance shall at all times conform to the require-
ments and standards as fixed by the American Standard Gas
Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems, Code ASA B31. 1.8-
1955 and any damage or injury done or caused to the City ' s
streets, curbs, water pipes, sewer lines , drainage lines or
any other City property shall be immediately repaired and
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Page 2
reconstructed under the supervision and control of the City
at no cost to the City.
3 . That the location of said tanks will not interfer
with the ordinary and customary use of said street rights-of-way.
4. That the Interstate Contracting Company will indemnify
the City of Atlantic Beach from any loss sustained by it what-
soever as the result of the construction, operation and
maintenance of said gas tanks and mains.
5. That the Interstate Contracting Company prior to
placing said facilities in use shall furnish the City a
certificate from a qualified person satisfactory to the City
Manager, that the tanks, mains and appurtenances thereto have
been installed according to the code designated in Paragraph 2
hereof and in all respects in compliance therewith.
6. That the acceptance of a permit to install said tanks
and mains signifies agreement to all conditions contained herein.
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Passed by the City Commission on /0.74 , 1960.
Attest:
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City Clerk
(SEAL)