11-13-17 Minutes Commission Meeting - vMINUTES
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
November 13, 2017 -6:30PM
IN ATTENDANCE:
Mayor Mitchell E. Reeves City Attorney Brenna Durden
Mayor Pro Tern John Stinson City Manager Joe Gerrity
Commissioner Mitchell R. Harding City Clerk Donna L. Bartle
Commissioner Jimmy Hill Recording Secretary Nancy Pyatte
Commissioner M. Blythe Waters
Invocation and pledge to the flag
Commissioner Stinson gave the Invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Call to order
Mayor Reeves called the meeting to order at 6:30PM. City Clerk Bartle called the roll and Mayor Reeves
noted that a quorum was present.
1. Approval of minutes
A. Minutes ofthe Budget Workshop on July 19, 2017.
B. Minutes of the Budget Workshop on August 9, 2017.
C. Minutes of the Town Hall meeting on April22, 2017.
D. Minutes of the Roundtable meeting on July 7, 2017.
E. Minutes of the Regular Commission meeting on October 23, 2017.
F. Minutes of the Pre-Storm Briefmg for Hurricane Irma on September 7, 2017.
Mayor Reeves asked if there were any corrections to the above minutes. There were no corrections, so
Mayor Reeves stated the minutes will stand as submitted.
2. Courtesy of Floor to Visitors
Mayor Reeves explained the process for the public comments and opened the Courtesy of the Floor to
Visitors.
Mayor Reeves explained that, due to the upcoming change in Commissioners tonight, the meeting
procedure will be a little different. The Agenda Items No. 1 through No. 10 will be addressed by the
current sitting Commission. If anyone wishes to speak about any of those items can do so during this part
of the agenda, Courtesy of the Floor.
Mayor Reeves stated that this Commission will recess after Agenda Item No. 10, and, when the meeting
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reconvenes, the new Commission will be sworn in and continue the remainder of the Agenda, Items No.
11 through No. 17. If anyone wishes to speak about any of those items please do so during the second part
of the agenda, Courtesy of the Floor.
Mayor Reeves also stated that anyone can speak about any item during the first Courtesy of the Floor if
they do not wish to wait.
Mayor Reeves expressed that he hopes the first part of this meeting will not take long. He stated it is his
desire that the new Commission take their seats as quickly as possible tonight.
Mayor .Reeves recognized Don Wolfson-past Atlantic Beach Mayor, Mike Borno-past Atlantic Beach
Mayor, City of Jacksonville Councilman Bill Gulliford-past Atlantic Beach Mayor, and Harriet Pruette
past Neptune Beach Mayor. He thanked them for their attendance at the meeting.
Mayor Reeves asked everyone to keep Mike Bomo's wife, Pat, in their prayers.
Mike Borno, 223 Ocean Forest Dr. W., Atlantic Beach, took the floor to address the Commission. Mr.
Bomo spoke on behalf of the Florida League of Cities and the Florida League of Mayors and presented
Mayor Reeves with the 2017 Home Rule Hero Award.
Mayor Reeves suggested every citizen needs to call the House of Representatives to stop preemption and
let the cities decide on their own, citing the recent issues with the tree ordinance.
Councilman Bill Gulliford, 75 Beach Ave., Atlantic Beach, spoke about his time 16 years ago as a
former Atlantic Beach Commissioner and how much the City has changed. Mr. Gulliford expressed his
thanks for everyone's diligent and conscientious service to the City. He offered his assistance to the
incoming Mayor and Commissioners and wished them the best.
Commissioner Stinson suggested to Mayor Reeves to allow parents here with their children to speak first
about Item #16A, funding for after-school programs.
Chris Jorgensen, 92 West 3rd St., Atlantic Beach, thanked Mayor Reeves for his service, and for dealing
with difficult matters. Mr. Jorgensen spoke about a City being viewed as a business, not a charity. He
thanked Commissioner Harding for all his work for the pier and thanked Commissioner Stinson for his
work on changing the voting calendar.
Rich Redick, 13908 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, thanked Mayor Reeves for his public service and
always exhibiting his love of family, integrity, and sense of community and commitment.
Alexia Adcock-Stanford, 755 Amberjack Ln., Atlantic Beach, expressed her concern for budget cuts to
the after-school enrichment programs. These kinds of classes allow talent and passion to grow while
reinforcing reading and math, confidence, etc., and to connect with other students and teachers.
Kristin Price, 1821 Tierra Verde Dr., Atlantic Beach, thanked the outgoing Commission for their
generosity and support of the after-school enrichment programs over the years. Ms. Price spoke about the
budget cuts to the after-school enrichment programs. She is requesting the City restore the funding and to
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incorporate it into the City's budget, stating it is an investment in the lives of our children and the future of
our community.
Kelly Erhayel, 1487 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, stated the Mayport Corridor Association thanks the
Mayor and Commission for standing up for all the people in the community.
Mark Tingen, 1198 Sandpiper Ln. E., Atlantic Beach, thanked the Mayor and Commission. He
reviewed in the last two years we survived two hurricanes, now have a new police station and a new
Police Chief, we have a new City Manager, a new Deputy City Manager, and he has learned a lot from
everyone.
Bruce Sheldon, 1635 Park Terrace W., Atlantic Beach, spoke about Johansen Park North, that it has
not been cleaned up after the two hurricanes. There are fallen trees and limbs throughout, and he cannot
walk through the park. He requested the City provide a time frame for the residents when it will be
cleaned up.
Tim Anderson, 824 Sherry Dr., Atlantic Beach, thanked Mayor Reeves, Commissioner Harding, and
Commissioner Hill for their service, commitment, and sacrifice while serving the City with honor and
humility. Your goals were always to protect the greatest place in world.
Shirley Taylor, 480 W. 9th St., Atlantic Beach, spoke about the coyote problem at her junkyard business.
She stated they had fifteen cats but now there are only two left. Ms. Taylor stated there was a coyote in the
middle of the street at West 9th St. and Camelia three nights ago. She asked the Commission to please take
some action.
Mayor Reeves asked if anyone else wished to speak.
Martha Marshall, 1663 Sea Oats Dr., Atlantic Beach, (wife of Mayor Reeves) thanked the
Commission for all their accomplishments for the City, the citizens, and the community. Ms. Marshal
stated the greatest fortune is friends and family. Your service and dedication to the City takes time away
from your family and it is appreciated and applauded.
Mayor Reeves closed the Courtesy of the Floor.
3. Unfinished Business from Previous Meetings
None.
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
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SUBMITTED TO THE CITY COMMISSION ON THESE ITEMS.
City Clerk Bartle read the Consent Agenda into the record.
A. Approve the 9-1-1 Interlocal Agreement for the distribution of 9-1-1 funds for call taker salaries
and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign the 9-1-1 Interlocal Agreement between the City of
Atlantic Beach and the City of Jacksonville.
Motion: Approve Consent Agenda Item A, as written.
Moved by Reeves (No second was requested)
Votes:
Aye: 5
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote
5. Committee Reports
A. Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC) Report from Judith Leroux
Judith Leroux, 1745 Selva Marina Dr., Atlantic Beach, reported the ESC elected officers at the
October 4, 2017 meeting.
At the October 25,2017 meeting Linda Lanier was invited to facilitate a priority setting exercise
At the November 8, 2017 meeting City Planner Derek Reeves gave a presentation of the Tree Ordinance.
The ESC, working with Deputy City Manager Hogencamp, has implemented on-line access to view tree
permit applications that have been submitted to the City. A slide was displayed providing an example of
how to access this option on the City's website. The ESC is working on a new sign design for posting on
the property and a sample sign was displayed.
The next ESC meeting is scheduled for November 29, 2017.
Commissioner Hill thanked the ESC for their work.
Mayor Reeves spoke about the permit application process and the sample sign and commended the ESC
for their work.
Commissioner Stinson thanked the ESC, stating they are an excellent example of citizen government.
6. Action on Resolutions
A. Public Hearing on adopting Resolution No. 17-14 for the Millage Rate.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA LEVYING THE
AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES
ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING OCTOBER I, 2017 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2018; STATING
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THE PERCENTAGE BY WHICH THE MILLAGE TO BE LEVIED EXCEEDS THE
ROLLED-BACK RATE; AND, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Manager Gerrity stated there was an error in the advertising and it was re-advertised with the correct
figures. There are no other changes.
Finance Director Russell Caffey explained that he advertised last year's tax levy instead of this year's, in
error.
City Clerk Bartle read the Resolution by title.
Mayor Reeves read the first item to be considered:
The Millage Rate is 3.2285.
The Tentative Millage Rate is 3.2285.
The Roll-Back Rate is 3.0682.
The Tentative millage Rate is 4.97% more than the roll back rate.
The purpose for adopting the millage rate of 3.2285 is to maintain a level of ad valorem tax revenue
sufficient to support funding for the proposed level of services at anticipated and proposed cost and to
continue to maintain the City's infrastructure.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No.17-14 as written for a fmal Millage Rate of3.2285
Moved by Harding, Seconded by Waters
Mayor Reeves opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers and the Public Hearing was closed.
Mayor Reeves spoke briefly about the millage rate.
Roll Call Votes:
Aye: 5 Harding, Hill, Stinson, Waters, Reeves
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED
7. Action on Ordinances
A. Public Hearing and Final Reading on Ordinance No. 20-17-146 establishing the
Operating Budget for fiScal year 2017/2018.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE FINAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF ATLANTIC
BEACH, FLORIDA FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2017 AND
ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2018.
City Clerk Bartle read the Ordinance by title.
Motion: Adopt Ordinance No. 20-17-146 establishing the Operating Budget $32,265,742 for fiscal
year 2017-2018.
Moved by Harding, Seconded by Hill
Mayor Reeves opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers and the Public Hearing was closed.
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Discussion ensued and Commissioner Stinson spoke about a $400,000 budget shortfall where the City
used Reserve funds to cover expenses from hurricanes. It is not clear if or when the City will be
reimbursed by FEMA for these expenses. He expressed concerned about using the Reserve funds to
balance the budget while moving forward on other projects like Johnston Island and Selva Preserve.
Commissioner Waters spoke about when budget cuts were made and how staff still provided the same high
level of service. This also meant no raises for employees during that time. Regarding Commissioner
Stinson's budget concerns, Commissioner Waters stated she feels that our citizens support how the City is
utilizing the budget.
Mayor Reeves stated it takes time to understand how the budget works. Funds budgeted but not used can
be allocated to the next budget year. The new Commission will be voting on an Ordinance tonight that will
be addressing that. Mayor Reeves spoke about the expenses incurred from Hurricanes Matthew and Irma.
Commissioner Hill stated the budget is a work in progress. He stated that he does not look at FEMA
reimbursing the City for those hurricane expenses -they are having their own budget troubles.
Commissioner Hill expressed his concerns for the increase in legal expenses for the City.
Roll Call Votes:
Aye: 3 Hill, Waters, Harding
Nay: 2 Stinson, Reeves
MOTION CARRIED by a 3 to 2 vote
B. ORDINANCE NO. 33-17-23, Public Hearing and Final Reading AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA PROPOSING
AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
ARTICLE IX, ELECTIONS, SECTION 39 -NOMINATIONS, SECTION 40
ELECTIONS: PRIMARY AND SECTION 41 -ELECTIONS: GENERAL AND TO
ARTICLE II-THE COMMISSION, SECTION 14 -INDUCTION OF CITY
COMMISSION INTO OFFICE-MEETINGS OF THE CITY COMMISSION;
SUBMITTING THE AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER FOR CONSIDERATION BY
THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY FOR APPROVAL OR DISAPPROVAL; PROVIDING
FOR THE APPEARANCE OF THE CHARTER AMENDMENTS ON THE BALLOT;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Bartle read the Ordinance by title.
Commissioner Stinson spoke about moving the election cycle to achieve increased voter turnout. It will be
on the same cycle as Jacksonville. The November Presidential election gets more voter turnout.
Mayor Reeves opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers, and the Public Hearing was closed.
Motion: Adopt Ordinance No. 33-17-23 as read by title.
Moved by Stinson, Seconded by Harding
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Commissioner Hill agreed it makes sense for our City, engaging more citizens at the polls, and we will get
a better view of what the community needs.
Mayor Reeves stated it is the right thing to do.
Roll Call Votes:
Aye: 5 Stinson, Waters, Harding, Hill, Reeves
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED
8. Miscellaneous Business (Discussion only)
None.
9. City Manager
A. City Manager's Report
City Manager (CM) Gerrity reported the State Legislature is advocating for law to eliminate local tree
ordinances and to allow for statewide regulation. He has received a sample draft Resolution opposing this
legislation from the Florida League of Cities (FLOC). CM Gerrity asked the Commission if they want to
put a Resolution opposing this legislation on a future agenda.
Discussion ensued among the Commission and there was consensus to put a Resolution opposing this
legislation on a future agenda.
CM Gerrity stated there will be a Workshop on Wednesday November 15, 2017 at 5:30 PM. This is for
discussion on the Land Development Code rewrite, the Medical Marijuana Ordinance, and the Gas and
Service Stations Ordinance.
CM Gerrity stepped down from dais, announcing there will be a presentation to honor the outgoing
Commissioners. CM Gerrity shared that he has served as an elected official and knows what that
experience entails. Atlantic Beach is a community of 14,000 citizens and these people chose you to serve
their City and we thank you!
Presentation of plaques:
Commissioner Jimmy Hill
Commissioner Mitch Harding
Mayor Mitch Reeves
City Attorney Durden thanked the outgoing Mayor and Commissioners for their time, willingness and
thoughtfulness while serving the City of Atlantic Beach. You were always engaged and looking for what
was best for the City.
City Clerk Bartle thanked the Mayor and the Commissioners for their service, stating it has been an honor
to work with them. She wished them all the best!
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Commis.sioner Waters expressed her appreciation to the Mayor and the Commissioners for always
providing lively debate and a variety of perspectives.
Chief Cook extended her thanks to the Mayor and the Commissioners for their support and stated it has
been a pleasure to work with all of you.
Commissioner Stinson expressed his thanks to the Mayor and the Commissioners for their direct honesty,
deep feelings for the City, and with poise and grace you all have left an indelible and positive mark on our
City.
10. Reports and/or requests from City Commissioners and City Attorney
Commissioner Hill
• Thanked his fellow Commissioners and the citizens, stating he is proud to have served. He stated
now he is looking forward to communicating with all of you. Commissioner Hill said he will be
more effective as a citizen. He left three thoughts -the loudest voice is not the right voice, the most
persistent citizen is the one you want to listen to, and we serve all the citizens.
• Spoke about the coyote issue presented earlier and stated the junkyard is a good location to safely
address an elimination process.
Commissioner Harding
• Thanked his fellow Commissioners and the citizens stating it has been an honor to serve. The two
things he is looking forward to is deleting his City email and hooking up his camper!
Mayor Reeves
• Thanked all the Commissioners, the City Manager, the Deputy City Manager, the Police Chief,
and all the Staff for working with him and extended his respect for everyone. We are here for the
people as shown by getting the City through two hurricanes, two nor'easters, and a 100-year flood!
• Said he is excited for the new Commissioners and he supports our new elected officials.
• Spoke about his suggestion to provide the new elected officials with an introductory briefing.
• Spoke about being an elected official and representing the people who voted for you and also those
who did not. He wished the new Mayor and Commissioners well.
• Read a Proclamation into the record declaring November 13th as Commission/Council Awareness
Day for the Commission serving from 2015 to 2017.
• Thanked his family for supporting his dream of serving as Mayor.
• Stated he will be walking out of this meeting heading into his life and he thanked everyone for the
opportunity to serve.
Recess of Retiring Commission
There being no further discussion, Mayor Reeves declared the meeting of the retiring Commission
recessed at 8:31p.m. and turned it over to the new Commission for the next portion of the meeting.
Mayor Pro Tern Stinson reconvened the meeting at 8:41 PM to conduct the Oath of Office for the new
Commission.
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Oath of Office for New Commission
A. Candace Kelly -Commissioner Seat 4
The Oath of Office was administered by the Honorable Roberto A. Arias, County Court
Judge.
B. Brittany Norris -Commissioner Seat 5
The Oath of Office was administered by Kingsley Spencer, Florida Notary.
C. Ellen Glasser-Mayor -Commissioner Seat 1
The Oath of Office was administered by the Honorable Hugh Carithers, Circuit Court
Judge.
The signed Oaths of Office are attached and made part of this Official Record as Attachment A.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE NEW CITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
IN ATTENDANCE:
Mayor Ellen Glasser City Attorney Brenna Durden
Commissioner Candace Kelly City Manager Joe Gerrity
Commissioner Brittany Norris City Clerk Donna Bartle
Commissioner John Stinson Recording Secretary Nancy Pyatte
Commissioner M. Blythe Waters
Call to Order of New Commission
Mayor Glasser called the meeting to order at 8:47PM. City Clerk Bartle called the roll and Mayor Glasser
noted that a quorum was present.
Mayor Glasser announced that Agenda Item No. 17 will be taken out of sequence and will follow Agenda
ItemNo. 12.
11. Courtesy of the Floor to Visitors/Citizens
Mayor Glasser opened the Courtesy of the Floor and explained the process for public comments.
Marlena Vincent, 1130 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach, spoke about budget cuts to the after-school
enrichment programs. This program benefits all school students. These funds are not spent frivolously and
we don't want to see the after-school enrichment programs go away.
Chris Jorgensen, 92 West 3rd St., Atlantic Beach, congratulated the new Mayor and Commissioners
stating they are an excellent symbol for our City.
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Mayor Glasser closed the Courtesy of the Floor.
12. Recognition of Outgoing Commissioners
A. Presentation of Proclamations
Commissioner Stinson gave the presentation of the Proclamation from Mayor Glasser, for Mayor Mitch
Reeves, Commissioner Jimmy Hill, and Commissioner Mitch Harding, in recognition of their
distinguished public service to the City of Atlantic Beach. Commissioner Stinson read the Proclamation
into the record. A copy of the Proclamations are attached and made part of this Official Record as
Attachment B.
17. Announcement/Comments
City Manager Gerrity
• Congratulated Mayor Glasser, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Norris.
• Stated he has been involved in local government for a long time. He stated that all the
Commissioners are here for the best interest of the City of Atlantic Beach.
City Attorney Durden
• Offered congratulations to Mayor Glasser, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Norris, stating
she is looking forward to working with the Commission.
City Clerk
• Extended congratulations and is looking forward to working with the Commission.
Chief Cook
• Gave her congratulations and stated she is looking forward to working with the Commission.
• Announced there is a 'Citizen Response to Active Shooter' training (from the Department of
Homeland Security Alert Curriculum) scheduled for Saturday, November 18, 2017, at 1:00PM,
held at the church in the 900 block of Atlantic Blvd. Chief Cook invited all who are interested to
attend.
Deputy City Manager Hogencamp
• Congratulated and welcomed Mayor Glasser, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Norris.
Finance Director Caffey
• Congratulated Mayor Glasser, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Norris.
Commissioner Kelly
• Stated she is encouraged and amazed at all the community support, and it is an honor to serve.
Commissioner Norris
• Extended her thanks to everyone attending -citizens and staff .
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Commissioner Waters
• Congratulated Mayor Glasser, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Norris and is looking
forward to working together.
Commissioner Stinson
• Congratulated Mayor Glasser, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Norris.
• Spoke about campaigning, building relationships, helping neighbors, accepting challenges, the
gratification of service and working for our citizens.
Mayor Glasser
• Introduced her family members who were present.
• Thanked all her supporters and stated she will do her best.
• Thanked all the Commissioner, both past and present, noting we are the beneficiaries of their hard
work.
• Stated she enjoyed the Veterans Day celebrations in Atlantic Beach.
• Spoke about the importance of family bonds as we approach the Thanksgiving Holiday.
• Expressed condolences for Yvonne Calverley and her family. Her son, Josh, lost his life in auto
accident on November 2, 2017.
• Stated there is a Workshop scheduled for Wednesday, November 15,2017, starting at 4:30PM.
• Reminded everyone about Tony's Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning.
• Extended appreciation for all the work and efforts of the outgoing Mayor and Commissioners.
13. Resolutions
A. Resolution No. 17-27
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH ADOPTING
RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE PARKING AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ADVISORY
RESOURCE COMMITTEE REGARDING BEACHES TOWN CENTER PARKING
SOLUTIONS.
Mayor Glasser read the Resolution by title.
This Resolution is the result of several committee meetings held to evaluate our current parking system.
Commissioner Stinson reported the Parking and Pedestrian Safety Advisory Resource Committee
(PPSARC) has met with members of the Neptune Beach City Council, members of the Beaches Town
Center Agency, and parking solution providers to discuss a paid parking system in Town Center. The
City of Neptune Beach is ready to implement paid parking in Town Center within their city boundaries.
Both Neptune Beach and Town Center Agency have chosen the same parking solution provider, Parkeon.
Parkeon is used by University of North Florida and many other municipalities and locations throughout
Florida and across the United States.
The PPSARC is recommending the Commission and Staff consider adopting the Parkeon parking
management solution for public paid parking in Town Center jointly with the City of Neptune Beach and
Beaches Town Center Agency. The Committee believes it is prudent to adopt the same system for
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Atlantic Beach for continuity and uniformity, and to avoid being overrun with those trying to avoid paid
parking in Neptune Beach.
Commissioner Stinson referred to the memo, for Recommendation: 1. Addresses adopting Parkeon, 2.
Addresses the defmed area, 2a. Addresses alternative areas (as edited), 2b. Addresses parking creep, and
3. Addresses creating a Joint Task Force between the three stakeholders. (which is attached and made
part of this Official Record as Attachment C)
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. 17-27 as read by title with the recommended edits in 2a.
Moved by Stinson, Seconded by Waters
Commissioner Kelly stated she feels confident in this process and that it is designed to make life easier to
access Town Center and elsewhere in Atlantic Beach and in the citizens best interest.
Commissioner Waters stated with Neptune Beach onboard with this paid parking system there is no
question with Atlantic Beach getting onboard. She spoke about the options to expand and the practicality
of using one company.
Commissioner Norris liked that the City of Neptune Beach invited our City to be part of the conversation
and looks forward to working with Neptune Beach.
Commissioner Stinson spoke about the customization of the system and the ease of implementation.
Initially the focus will be on Town Center, and later on other areas in Atlantic Beach. He stated that
Neptune Beach has discussed a possible offer to purchase the kiosks to move forward in Town Center. The
goal is to improve parking accessibility and availability starting with Town Center.
Mayor Glasser clarified this Resolution is to adopt the Parkeon system and to create a task force. She
expressed concerns about enforcement-does our Police Department need to be involved?
Also Mayor Glasser suggested a minor change to the language in the Resolution, in the last WHEREAS
paragraph, (1) first line, before the word adopt add "Initiate actions to" and a minor change to (2) first line,
after municipality, add "City Manager or designee,".
Discussion continued about the joint task force membership language. Commissioner Norris questioned if
the recommendation/language is coming from the other stakeholders?
Commissioner Stinson responded this language resulted from conversations with the City of Neptune
Beach and Beaches Town Center Agency. He explained Beaches Town Center Agency expressed the
desire to manage this part and Neptune Beach is hesitant. Atlantic Beach still needs to research whether or
not we want an outside organization managing. Passing this Resolution will open discussions among all
the stakeholders so we can continue to refine the process.
There was a brief discussion about setting benchmarks for the joint task force. The consensus was that it is
too early.
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Discussion continued about enforcement and requiring reports from the Joint Task Force.
Commissioner Stinson explained that the enforcement does not engage our Police Department. The system
works via license plate recognition technology, like SunPass on the toll roads/highways. He said a golf
cart is equipped with the license plate recognition technology, along with an operator. When a license
plate is not registered as having paid for space, then the system will generate a notification/bill. If the
system shows a vehicle is involved in criminal activity then our Police Department will get involved.
Discussion continued about being ready by March 2018, preference of management by a municipality
instead ofthe Beaches Town Center Agency, and a suggestion to have the City Manager or Deputy City
Manager involved in the Joint Task Force.
City Attorney Durden reviewed the amendments to the Resolution for the Commission:
In the last WHEREAS ...
(1) First line, insert 'Initiate action to' before adopt
(2) First line, insert 'the City Manager or designee,' after municipality,
(3) Last line, insert after solution., 'A report from the Joint Task Force shall be presented to the City
Commission. The City Commission shall thereafter consider final action to implement a parking
management system.'
In NOW THEREFORE...
(4) Last line, after above, remove 'to' and insert 'be'
Amended Motion: To Adopt Resolution No. 17-27 as read by title and with the amendments as
recommended by the City Attorney.
Moved by Waters, Seconded by Stinson
Roll Call Votes on Amendments:
Aye: 5 Kelly, Norris, Stinson, Waters, Glasser
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED to approve the recommended amendments
Roll Call Votes on Amended Motion:
Aye: 5 Norris, Stinson, Waters, Kelly, Glasser
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED to approve the amended motion
14. Ordinances
A. ORDINANCE NO. 90-17-230, Public Hearing and Final Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, EXTENDING
THAT CERTAIN ORDINANCE NO. 90-17-226, KNOWN AS THE "MEDICAL
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MARIJUANA MORATORIUM ORDINANCE," APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY THE
CITY COMMISSION ON JANUARY 9, 2017, FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS
FROM NOVEMBER 28, 2017 TO MAY 28, 2018; PROVIDING FOR THE
CONTINUED VALIDITY OF ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 90
17-226; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Glasser read the Ordinance by title.
City Manager Gerrity addressed the Commission stating there is a Public Workshop scheduled for
Wednesday, November 15, 2017 to have discussion on this item.
Mayor Glasser opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers and the Public Hearing was closed.
Motion: Adopt Ordinance No. 90-17-230 as read by title.
Moved by Stinson, Seconded by Waters
Commissioner Norris stated her understanding is that the City wants to establish the appropriate language
on how to process these types of businesses.
City Attorney Durden explained to the Commission this will be a land use Ordinance addressing Medical
Marijuana clinics and dispensaries in Atlantic Beach. The purpose of the workshop is to get feedback from
the Commission, our citizens, and the Community Development Board. The ultimate goal is to draft an
Ordinance that reflects how the Commission wants to address these clinics and dispensaries in the Land
Development Code.
Commissioner Kelly stated it is a complicated issue and we acknowledge that a vast majority of our
constituents voted for this. She said she has looked at other city ordinances and it shows there are several
ways to approach it. The Commission needs to agree on how we want this to look in Atlantic Beach.
Commissioner Waters thanked City Attorney Durden and City Manager Gerrity for taking quick action to
move this forward.
Mayor Glasser stated voters were clear when this passed. It is up to this Commission to decide how and if
this will fit in our city. She appreciates the fast track that Staff has taken on this item.
Roll Call Votes:
Aye: 5 Stinson, Waters, Kelly, Norris, Glasser
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED
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B. Ordinance No. 20-17-147, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2016
AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2017, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Glasser read the Ordinance by title.
City Manager Gerrity stated this is an ordinance that is passed every year to use up the previous years'
budget from accounts where the money was not spent. Most of it is from salary lapses and we can move
these funds into other accounts to use up.
Motion: Adopt Ordinance No. 20-17-147 as read by title.
Moved by Waters, Seconded by Norris
There was a brief discussion about the budget amendment amounts that were detailed in the Staff Report
memo covering the General Fund, the Sanitation Fund, and the General Employee Pension Fund.
Finance Director Caffey confirmed the dates for the budget year are October 1, 2016 and ending
September 30, 2017 (FY17). He explained the State allows sixty days to reappropriate funding for
expenditures and then FY17 will be closed out after this process.
Roll Call Votes:
Aye: 5 Waters, Kelly, Norris, Stinson, Glasser
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED
15. Miscellaneous Items for Action
A. Accept the 90-Day Calendar (November 2017 through January 2018).
Consensus to approve 90-Day Calendar.
B. Appointments to the Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee
Commissioner Stinson reviewed the meeting of the Board Member Review Committee held on
November 7, 2017 and their recommendations for the Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee
(CARAC) members and the Police Pension Board of Trustees members.
Motion: Appoint Bob Burch, Joseph Schwarz, and Paula O'Bannon as new members on the
Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee for terms beginning immediately and ending
July 8, 2019.
Moved by Stinson, Seconded by Kelly
Votes:
Aye: 5
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November 13,2017 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote
Ms. O'Bannon was in attendance and stated it would be an honor to serve.
C. Appointments to the Police-Pension Board of Trustees
Motion: Appoint Tim Anderson to serve as a new member on the Police Pension Board of Trustees
for the term beginning immediately and ending October 11, 2021.
Moved by Stinson, Seconded by Kelly
Votes:
Aye: 5
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote
Motion: Reappoint Bill Tomson to serve an additional term as a member on the Police Pension
Board of Trustees for the term beginning January 1, 2018 and ending December 31,2021.
Moved by Stinson, Seconded by Kelly
Votes:
Aye: 5
Nay: 0
MOTION CARRIED by unanimous vote
16. Miscellaneous Business (Discussion Only)
A. Recommendation to award funding to Atlantic Beach Elementary and Mayport Coastal
Sciences Middle schools for after-school enrichment programs.
Commissioner Stinson spoke about how grants are awarded to various organizations and how CARAC has
streamlined/changed the grant application process. Earlier we heard from people stating this has affected
Atlantic Beach Elementary and Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle schools, both students and the
community. Without funding these after-school enrichment (ASE) programs may go away. Commissioner
Stinson stated he wants to bring this back to the Commission for consideration and a vote at the next
meeting. These are opportunities we can help give to these kids.
Commissioner Waters stated input is needed from City Manager Gerrity and Finance Director Caffey as to
how and where funding can be allocated. The ASE programs provide opportunities for the students
outside of the classroom.
The Commission agreed these are worthwhile programs. Changes were made in the grant process and
there was no communication with the schools or knowledge of the affect these changes would have.
Discussion ensued about how funding was processed in the past for the ASE programs and who would
have records of amounts received and the expenditures.
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The grant application and limits changed. It was noted that this is not an action to undermine the current
approved process in place with CARAC.
Commissioner Kelly stated these are schools in our City and suggested a budgeted line item for them.
Then CARAC can continue their approved grant application process for organizations who apply.
Discussion continued about investing in programs that are important to Atlantic Beach, finding a funding
source, and make this a regular budgeted item.
Consensus to move forward to next agenda.
There being no further discussion Mayor Glasser declared the eeting adjourned at 10:20 PM.
ayor Ellen Glasser ATTEST:
Mayor/Presiding Officer
Donna L. Bartle, CMC
City Clerk
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ATTACHMENT A
November 13, 2017
I, Brittany Norris, solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution and
will obey the laws of the United States and of the State of Florida, that I will,
in all respects, observe the provisions of the Chmier and Ordinances of the
City of Atlantic Beach, and will faithfully discharge the duties of the office
of Commissioner-Seat 5.
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Candace Kelly
ATTACHMENT A
November 13, 2017
I, Candace Kelly, solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution and
will obey the laws of the United States and of the State of Florida, that I will,
in all respects, observe the provisions of the Charter and Ordinances of the
City of Atlantic Beach, and will faithfully discharge the duties of the office
of Commissioner -Seat 4.
Commissioner-Seat 4
Oath of office administered by:
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ATTACHMENT A
November 13, 2017
I, Ellen Glasser, solemnly swear that I will suppmt the Constitution and will
obey the laws of the United States and of the State of Florida, that I will, in
all respects, observe the provisions of the Charter and Ordinances of the City
of Atlantic Beach, and will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of
Mayor-Seat 1.
?/La~
Ellen Glasser
Mayor -Seat 1
Oath of office administered by:
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ATTACHMENT B J)roclamatton 11-13-17 Minutes
of tbe
<teitp of ~tlantit Thteacb
In Recognition and Appreciation ofthe Distinguished Public Service of
Mitchell E. Reeves
WHEREAS, lvfitcltell E. Reeves served the Citizens of Atlantic Beach as mayor from November
9, 2015 to November 13, 2017; and
WHEREAS, it is the duty of the City Commission to protect the welfare of the city and its
resiqents by appoint~g administrat ive personnel, adopting legislation, ensuring so"\.Uld fiscal
mauagement,. appointmg . mem~ers of boards and committees, and providing conununity lcadeJship; and
. .
WHEREAS, the City · of Atlantic Beach recognizes the valuable and important contributions
Mitchell E. Reeves made as a member of the City Commission and as a citizen of Atlantic Beach; and ·
··.-:<·. . . W:HEREAS, tmder JJ-fitcltell E. Reeves' leadership as a member of the City Com~nission, the ,
. \ ci1jzet;ts of Atlantic Beach h~ve benefited greatly from tbe numerous projects and accompliShments ·
.thuiQg his tenure. These incluqe, but are not limited to:· planning for and recovering .from Hurricanes
. · Matthew and Irma; establishing the Envimnrnental Stewardship Coll1Il1:ittee and Parking and Pedestrian
. Safety Advisory Resource Committe~; renovating and expanding the city's public safety facility;
-upgrades . to Dutton Island Prese~ve, Veterans Parle and Tide view Piet; enhanced stotm drainage
mitigation; adopting a sea turtle prote<;tion ordinance; new sidewalks; and reducing police pension
liabilities; and . · · · · ·
. . .
WI-IDREAS, Mitclzell E. Reeves gave .most generously of his time, talents, and energy to adhere
to smi11d :ijscalmanagement practiCes while p~·eserving the community's character and quality of life for
the benefit of all the citizens of Atlantic Beach. ,.
. . .
NQW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, .the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach,
Floridf4 hereby expresses its deep appreciation for the dedicat ed service and coRtTibutions of Mitchell
.JLReeJ'es, and on behalf of the citizens of Atlantic Beach extend heru1felt gratitude and best wishes fol'
continu'ed success and happiness in the futu r e.. .
•.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my
hand and caused :the Official Seal of the City
of Atlantic Beach to be affiXed this 13~' day of
. November2017.
~a~-~.~Mayor
Attest: a!J~~!Jtl!U';&
Donna L. Bat1le, City Clerk;
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ftroclamation
oftbe
(!Cftp of §tlanti.c TJi)e~cb
In Recognition fmdApp1 •eciation ofthe Distinguished Public Sert,ice of
.JimmJ' .Hil/ .
WHEREAS , Jimmy Hill served the citizeJ).S of Atlantic Beach as a City Commission er from
November 12, 2013 to November 13·,,2017; and · ·
WHEREAS; it is the duty of the City Commission to. protect the welfare of the city arid its
residents by appointh1g administrative personnel, adoptihg legislation, enstll'ing sotmd fisca l
management, appointing members of boards an~ comn~ittees, and provicling coinmunity. le~ders4ip; !,md
WHEREAS, the City'-of Atlantic Beach recognizes the valuable and inwmiant contributions
Jimmy Hill made as a memb er ofthe City Comm i ssion and as a citizen of Atlantic Beach; and
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WHEREAS, 1mder Jimmy HiU's leadership as a member orthe City Cornhtissioil, the citizens
of Atlantic Beach have benefited greatly from the n~merous projects and acco:rnplislunents during his
tenure. These include, but are 1~ot limited .to: planning for and recovering.from HuiTicanes Matthew and
hma; es~~blishing the ~~vhonmental ' Stewardship Committee . and Pru:ldng an1, Pedestrian Safety
Advisory Resotu·ce Committee; renovating an~ expanding the cit;Y's public safety facility; llpgrades to
Dutton Island Preserve, Veterails Parle. and .Tideview 'Pier; enhanced stmm drainage mjtigation;
a~opting a sea turtle ~l'otec~ion ordh1ance; new sidewa lks; and reducin g police pension liabilities; and
WHEREAS., Jimmy Hill ga~e most generously of his time, t alents, and energy to adh ere to
sotmd fiscal management practices while preserving the community's character and quality of life for
the benefit of all the citizens ofAtlantic Beach . · '-• · · ·
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the City Commission of the City .of Atlantic Beach ,
Florida, hereby expresses its deep appreciation for the dedicated service and contributiohs of Jimmy
Hill, and on b(?half .of the citi zens of Atlantic Beach exteJld heartfelt gratltud e and best wishes for
continued suqcess and happiness in the f Llture .
~Wl~SS yr.F-IEREOF1 I have set my
( hand and caused the Official Seal of the City
of Atla11tic Beaclt to be affixed tliis' l3 1h day of
November 2017.
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··· Ellen Glasser, Mayor
Attest:
Ath-Vn£u ?JA~
. Donn'a L. Bartle, City Clerk
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· of t.be
Qtitp of ~tiantir 1J,ieacb
In.Recol{nition and Appreciation oftke Distinguislted Public Servic .e of
Mitch Harding
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'VHEREAS, J.l1itch Harding served the citizens of Atlantic Beach as a City Commissioner from
December 1, 2015 to November 13 , 2017; and
WHEREAS, it is the duty of the City Conunission to protect the welfare of the city and its
J:esidents by ' appoi nting administrative personnel, adopting legislation> ensuring sound fiscal
rna.ll~gement, appointing members of boards . and committees, and providing community leadership; and
WHEREAS, the City of Atll ntic Beach recognizes 1he valuable and i'mportant contributions
lylitclt Harding m ade as a member ofthe City Comtni ~sion .and as a citi zen o ~At lantic Beach; artd
\VHEREAS, under Mitclt Harding's leadership as a member of the City Commission, the
citizen~ of Atlantic Beach have benefi ted greatly fr om the n ume:rotlS projects and accomplislm1ents
during his tenure. These ~1clude, but are not lhnit ed to: planning fo r and recovering from Hurricanes
Matthew and Irma; establishing the Environmental Stewardship Cpnmlittee and Parldng and Pedestrian
Safety ,Advisory Resomce Committee; renovating and expanding the city's public safety facility;
upgrades to Dutto n Island Preserve, Ve tedms Park and Tideview Pier; enl'~anced stonn drainage
· mitigation; adopting a se a turtle protection ordinance; new sidewalks; and reducing police pen sion
.lia~ilities; and
I '••
WHEREAS , Mitch Hrmling gave most ·generously of his time; talemt s, and energy to adhere to
·smmd fiscal management practices whiie preserving the community's character and quality of life fo r
the benefit of aU the citizens of Atlantic Beach. .
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLvED, the City Commissio;~\)f the City ~f Atlantic Beach,
F lorida, hereby expresses its deep appreciation for the dedicated service and contribution s of Mitch
Hanllug, andon behalf of the citi zeti s of Atlanti c Beach extend heartfelt gratitude and best vvishes f or
co n tinued .success and happ in es.s in the fu1 ure . ·
IN WI TNESS WHEREOF, I have set my
hand and caused t he Official Seal ofthe·City
of Atlantic·Beach to be affixed this 13 °1 day of
Novetnber 2017 .
Attes t: 4~J.~
,Donna L. Bartle~ City Cle11k
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CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
PARKING AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ADVISORY RESOURCE COMMITTEE MEETING
RECOMMENDATION FOR PRESENTATION TO THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH CITY
COMMISSION TO ADOPT A PAID PARKING SOLUTION
AGENDA ITEM: Recommendation to adopt a paid parking management system
SUBMITTED BY: John M. Stinson, Chair-P2SARC
REPORT DATE: 31stth of October 2017
BACKGROUND: The City of Atlantic Beach created the Parking and Pedestrian
Safety Advisory Resource Committee by adopting Resolution
17-08 on the 24th of July 2017.
Specific to the purpose of the P2SARC as detailed in Resolution
17-08 .section 2. Purpose, is the charge for the P2SARC to
evaluate and make recommendations for revisions to the
current parking system.
The P2SARC was also charged with making a report and
recommendation to the City of Atlantic Beach, City Commission
by the 1st of October 2017 or as soon thereafter as is practical.
Since its inception and first meeting, the PZSARC has completed
a priority setting exercise that includes "first priority" concerns
for the City of Atlantic Beach parking stakeholders.
Included in this prioritization of the PZSARC focus, was the fact
that the City of Neptune Beach is poised to implement paid
parking within the boundaries of the City of Neptune Beach
including the Beaches Town Center overlay area. The P2SARC
has held four meetings in which presentations have been made
by Beaches Town Center Agency representatives, one City of
Neptune Beach City Councilman and a representative ofthe paid
parking solution provider.
The general consensus of the PZSARC at the regularly scheduled
meeting of the 5th of October 2017 was to consider a
recommendation for presentation to the City Commission. And
subsequent to those presentations, the P2SARC considered the
recommendation again at the meeting of the 19th of October
2017. This recommendation is the draft of the proposed
recommendation to the City Commission for consideration at
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the regularly scheduled Commission meeting of the 23rd of
JUSTIFICATION:
BUDGET:
RECOMMENDATION:
October 2017.
There may be other historical information, not presented in this
chronology and not available at the time of the drafting of this
report.
Adequate and available parking for all stakeholders of the City
of Atlantic Beach parking system is in need of improvement.
Justification of that need could be seen simply as the creation of
P2 SARC, or more intrinsically is the fact that the City of Atlantic
Beach, its beaches, restaurants and neighboring cities are
experiencing more demand for access than ever before. Because
of the appeal and attraction of the area, demand now
overwhelms availability.
The Beaches Town Center Agency and the City of Neptune Beach
independent of the others efforts, have done the due diligence
to evaluate paid parking solutions. Both groups, through that
research, have arrived and chosen the same parking solution
provider, Parkeon.
The Parkeon solution is currently in use as nearby as the
University ofN orth Florida, as well as many other municipalities
and locations across the State of Florida and the United States.
Parkeon's system is fully customizable, and scalable to
accommodate any number of eventualities or needs.
It is believed by the members of the P2SARC that it would be
prudent to adopt the same system recommended by these two
stakeholders for purposes of continuity and uniformity
throughout the beaches.
Budgetary impact has not been determined at this time.
1. Adopt the Parkeon parking management solution selected by
the Beaches Town Center Agency and the City of Neptune Beach
for implementation and management of selected parking areas
of the City of Atlantic Beach. ·
2. The defined area for implementation of the Parkeon system
could be the area considered as the Beaches Town Center
overlay and City provided parking adjacent to or supporting the
Beaches Town Center.
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a. Alternative areas to consider for inclusion into the
initial implementation of the Parkeon system vwuld
could be:
i. 10th Street from Ocean Blvd. to the beach access;
ii. 18th Street from Seminole Road to the beach
access stairway and walkover;
iii. 19th Street from Seminole Road to the beach
access.
b. Because parking "creep" into adjacent residential
neighborhoods, as a result of paid parking within the
Beaches Town Center overlay, is almost a certainty,
inclusion of these adjacent neighborhoods into the paid
parking program would minimize the affect of "creep".
i. Consider implementing the paid parking
program into any residential neighborhood
within two (2) city blocks of the Town Center
overlay;
ii. Utilize the fully customizable aspects of the
Parkeon system to manage the fees imposed by
charging residents of the City of Atlantic Beach a
minimal (if any fee) and visitors a fee structure
that discourages parking within the adjacent
neighborhoods.
3. Create a Joint Task Force of one (1) elected official from each
municipality, one (1) public safety official from each
municipality, one (1) member of the finance department of each
municipality, and, up to three (3) members of the Beaches Town
Center Agency (to include a Parkeon representative). This task
force would determine fee structures within the Town Center
overlay, implementation timelines, system management
responsibilities, profit distribution methods, and other
commonalities between the three stakeholders, the City of
Atlantic Beach, the City ofN eptune Beach and the Beaches Town
Center Agency. Finally, measure / evaluate the success of the
paid for parking system.
1. Resolution 17-08
2. An overlay map of the Beaches Town Center
3. Minutes ofthe 5th of October 2017 P2SARC meeting
4. Minutes ofthe 19th of October 2017 PZSARC meeting
5. Overhead maps of 10th Street between Ocean Blvd. and the
beach access
6. Overhead maps of 18th Street between Seminole Road and the
beach access stairs and ramp
7. Overhead maps of 19th Street between Seminole Road and the
beach access.
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PRESENTATIONS: None at this time.
APPROVAL:
Approved to form and correctness by:
John M. Stinson, City Commission, Seat No.2