11-05-85 v AGENDA
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
November 5, 1985
RETIRING COMMISSION - 7: 15 p.m.
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Approval of Minutes of October 28, 1985
4. Correspondence
5. Unfinished Business
a. Resolution for Charles T. Tinsley
b. Action by City Commission on request for variance -
Alvin and Frances Masters
c. Action by City Commission on request for variance -
William R. Thompson
6. Comments - Commissioners and Mayor-Commissioner
7. ADJOURN
NEW COMMISSION - 8: 00 p.m.
1 . Oath of Office
2. Call to Order
3. Miscellaneous Business
4. ADJOURN
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE RETIRING CITY COMMISSION OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, Florida HELD AT THE CITY HALL ON NOVEMBER 5,1985 AT 7 :15 P.M. V V
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LRESENT: William S. Howell, Mayor-Commissioner T T
Robert B. Cook, Sr. E E
William I. Gulliford, Jr. D D
John W. Morris, Jr.
Catherine G. Van Ness, Commissioners
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AND: Richard C. Fellows, City Manager 0 E
Claude L. Mullis, City Attorney T C
Adelaide R. Tucker, City Clerk I 0 Y
NAME OF ONEN
COMMRS. N D S 0
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Howell. The invocation,offered
by Commissioner Cook was followed by the pledge to the flag.
Approval of Minutes of October 28, 1985
Motion: The minutes of the regular Commission Meeting of October Cook x
28, 1985 be approved as submitted. Gulliford x x
Morris x
No discussion before the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Van Ness x x
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Correspondence - None
afinished Business
a. Resolution for Charles T. Tinsley
Mayor Howell presented and read in full proposed Resolution No. 85-26,
a Resolution of appreciation to Charles T. Tinsley,Jr. for his outstand-
ing contributions made to the city through his services as a member of
the Board of Adjustment. Commissioner Cook served with Mr. Tinsley as
members of the first duly constituted Board of Adjustment in 1968 and
he moved for the following motion:
Motion: Adoption of Resolution No. 85-26. Cook x x
Gulliford x x
Morris x
No discussion before the vote. Motion carried unanimously. Copy Van Ness x
of Resolution No. 85-26 is attached hereto and made a part hereof. Howell x
Mr. Tinsley received a standing ovation from the Commission and audien:e
when Mayor Howell presented the adopted Resolution to him.
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b. Action by City Commission on request for variance - Alvin and
Frances Masters
Commissioner Morris reported the Advisory Planning Board met and con-
sidered Mr. Masters request for "Use by Exception" in Commercial General
o construct a 48' x 60' building on Levy Road to house an automobile
service garage. The Advisory Planning Board voted unanimously to recom-
mend Mr.Master's request be approved with no outside activity taking
into consideration Mr. Master's history at the Amoco Service Station.
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NOVEMBER 5,1985 COMMRS. MSYN
Unfinished Business - continued - b
Motion: Grant the "Use by Exception" for Alvin and Frances Masters Cook x
to construct an antomobile service garage on Levy Road. Gulliford x x
Morris x x
During discussion before the vote, Commissioner Van Ness said she Van Ness x
would vote for it, but qualified with saying "if I thought they Howell x
would go back to their original position, I would not vote in favor of
this because I will miss them on Atlantic Blvd." The question was called
and the motion carried unanimously.
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C. Action by City Commission on request for variance-William R.Thompson
Commissioner Morris reported the Advisory Planning Board had met and con-
sidered the request by Mr. Thompson for "Use by Exception" in CG. Bill
Thompson Electric Co. had maintained a fenced storage yard at that add-
ress for fifteen years and planned to construct an 1800 sq. ft. concrete'
building for inside storage and office space. Mr. Morris reported the
Advisory Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of the
request.
Motion: Grant a "Use by Exception" to William R. Thompson IV. at Cook x x
49 West Seventh St. Gulliford x
Morris x x
No discussion before the vote. Motion carried unanimously. Van Ness x
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Comments
Mayor Howell said the request for a report on the security system bids
was inadvertently left off the agenda, and asked Mr. Fellows for a
report. Mr. Fellows reported the committee comprised of himself, Mr.
Royal, and Mr. Braid met to discuss the one bid received on October 28,
1985. They recommended the Couunission award the bid in the amount of
$7,500. The systems will be installed at the two water plants and the
Public Works yard. Maintenance contract was $600 annually per location.
Motion: Award the bid in the amount of $7,500 for security systems. Cook x
Gulliford x x
Morris x x
No discussion before the vote. Motion carried unanimously. Van Ness x
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Commissioner Morris asked for comments from the Commission on hiring an
independent appraiser to look at property within the city with the view
towards getting some property tax relief as Jacksonville Beach was con-
idering. The City Attorney advised against the suggestion. Mayor Howell
uggested Mr. Mullis contact Mr. Stratford in regards to the subject
and report back.
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NOVEMBER 5,1985 COMMRS. MSYN
Comments - continued
Commissioner Van Ness told the Commission "it has been an interesting
eight years working as a Commissioner. This has become home and I've
enjoyed every minute. I feel it has been a fruitful eight years. We've
had some mis-steps and stumped toes, but other than that, we have
accomplished a great deal, and it has been a pleasure working with
everybody." The Commission thanked Commissioner Van Ness for her
comments.
Mayor Howell acknowledged receipt from Department of Natural Resources
of the permit to proceed with the building of access steps to the beach
and he said construction should start soon.
Commissioner Gulliford questioned the whereabouts of the beach cleaning
machine. The City Manager will check with the City of Jacksonville.
There being no other business to come before the Commission, the Mayor
declared the meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
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City Clerk
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE NEW CITY COMMISSION OF ATLANTIC
BEACH HELD AT THE CITY HALL ON NOVEMBER 5, 1985 AT 8:00 P.M. V V
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PRESENT: William S. Howell, Mayor-Commissioner E E
Robert B. Cook, Sr. D D
Glenn A. Edwards
William I. Gulliford, Jr.
John W. Morris, Jr. M S
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AND: Richard C. Fellows, City Manager T C
Claude L. Mullis, City Attorney I 0 Y
Adelaide R. Tucker, City Clerk NAME OF ONEN
COMMRS. N D S 0
The Oath of Office was administered to the new Commissioners by the
City Clerk.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Howell.
Miscellaneous Business
A. Resolution No. 85-25 - Recognition of services of Catherine Van Ness
Commissioner Morris read and presented to Commissioner Van Ness a plaque
of Resolution 85-25 commending her for outstanding service to the com-
munity during her term of office.
Motion: Adoption of Resolution 85-25. Cook x
Edwards x
Gulliford x x
No discussion before the vote. Motion carried unanimously. Copy of Morris x x
Resolution 85-25 is attached hereto and made a part hereof. Howell x
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Commissioner Edwards was welcomed aboard by the Commission. He said
he deemed it a privilege to serve on the Commission and would dedicate
his time and effort for the continued benefit of the city, as he had
done for 19 years and 7 months that he worked for the city. He pledged
his support to Mayor Howell and the Commission.
There being no further business, Mayor Howell declared the meeting
adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
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Mayor-Commissioner
ATTEST:
Adelaide R. Tucker
City Clerk
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NO. 85-25
WHEREAS, Catherine G. Van Ness was the first elected female Commissioner
of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida, having served from 1977-1985, and
WHEREAS, Catherine G. Van Ness did serve effectively and efficiently and
gave most generously of her talents, time and energy for the benefit of the
residents of the City of Atlantic Beach, and
WHEREAS, Catherine G. Van Ness, has willingly served on numerous boards
and committees in connection with the municipal government of the City of
Atlantic Beach, Florida, including service on the Advisory Planning Board when
many Public Hearings were held on the development of the Comprehensive Land
Use Plan for the City of Atlantic Beach; she advocated the construction of
jogging trails and additional tennis courts while serving on the Recreation
Committee, all of which services proved of great benefit to the residents of
this community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of Atlantic Beach,
Florida, that it does hereby express its appreciation for the contributions of
Catherine G. Van Ness and extends the heartfelt gratitude of the City Commis-
sion of Atlantic Beach, Florida.
Adopted by the City Commission of Atlantic Beach, Florida this 5th day
of November, 1985.
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NO.85-26
WHEREAS, Charles T. Tinsley, Jr. was a member of the first duly
constituted Board of Adjustment and has continued to serve with honor and
distinction from 1968-1985, and
WHEREAS, Charles T. Tinsley, Jr. through his consecrated and diligent
service has contributed materially to improving the quality of life enjoyed by
the residents of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida, and
WHEREAS, Charles T. Tinsley, Jr. will continue to be interested in
protecting the character and development of the City of Atlantic Beach,Florida.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA that Charles T. Tinsley, Jr. be recognized for his
outstanding contributions made to the city through his services as a member of
the Board of Adjustments, and that recognition of such service be spread upon
the minutes of this Body by a copy hereof, and this original Resolution be
presented to Charles.T. Tinsley, Jr. as a token of appreciation from the people
of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida.
Adopted by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida
the 5th day of November, 1985.
William S. Howell, Mayor/Commissioner
Robert B. Cook, Sr. , Commissioner
William I. Gulliford, Jr., Commissioner
John W. Morris, Jr. , Commissioner
Catherine G. Van Ness, Coro!issioner
Appro-:.ed as to Form
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