01-20-09 Mayport Road Tour MinutesMINUTES OF THE MAYPORT ROAD TOUR OF ATLANTIC BEACH CITY COMMISSION
HELD ON JANUARY 20, 2009 AT 3:00 PM.
City Commission Members present:
John S. Meserve, Mayor
Mike Borno, Mayor Pro Tem
John L. Fletcher, Commissioner
Paul B. Parsons, Commissioner
Carolyn Woods, Commissioner
Staff present:
Jim Hanson, City Manager
David Thompson, Assistant City Manager
Dale Hatfield, Community Redevelopment Director
Rick Carper, Public Works Director
Sonya Doerr, Community Development Director
Mike Classey, Police Chief
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
The meeting, which was held for the purpose of touring the Mayport Corridor, was called to
order at 3:10 p.m. by Mayor Meserve.
The bus left City Hall and traveled to Mayport Road from Seminole Road and Atlantic
Boulevard.
Staff made presentations during the tour and at the following locations. The City Commission
asked questions along the way.
Stop 1. Chois Chinese restaurant South parking area:
Mr. Hatfield spoke about the status of the Palms Apartments and referred to photos provided in
the packet. He indicated a code enforcement letter had been sent to the owner with an order to
remove the standing structures.
Stop IA. 501 Mayport Road -Hannah Park Food Mart:
Mr. Hatfield spoke about the chain link fence around the commercial property and reported on
the progress of the fence being removed. He explained that signs in the businesses and the trash
enclosures need to meet code.
Stop 2: 1197 MUWrt Road- Safari Food Store & AIA Beauty Supply
Mr. Hatfield pointed out the code violations with the signs in the windows and the dumpster.
He reported there are fewer number of homeless people in the area since working with the hope
team for their services.
Mr. Hatfield referred to the before and after photos as he explained the pond across the street had
been cleaned up. He also explained the work that was completed on the median.
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Stop 3: 1221 Mayport Road- MUOrt Hardware
Mr. Hatfield spoke about the various code violations and the status of code enforcement efforts.
Chief Classey reported on the problems with drugs, prostitution and homeless people on and near
the site.
Stop 4: 1447 Mayport Road -(Shopping Center)
Mr. Hatfield reported that the buildings at this location have improved after replacing rotten
wood and paint.
Stop 5. Jordan Park
Mr. Thompson explained the recreational activities available at the park. Chief Classey
addressed the criminal activities and the policing efforts. Mr. Hatfield expressed a desire to get
the community and the churches more involved. Ms. Doerr reported on what Habitat has done to
make the area look cleaner and better. She explained the drainage and paving project on Jordan
Street was paid for with CDBG funds.
Stop 6. Comer of Stanley and Mayport
Mr. Hatfield gave an overview of the area and referred to the photo of the condemned house
before it was removed. He pointed out the improvements to the quadplex (91 & 94 Stanley).
Stop 7. Corner of Simmons and Francis
Mr. Thompson reported the problems with drugs along Francis Avenue.
Stop 8. 1955 Francis Avenue
Mr. Hatfield referred to the photo of the condemned house being removed.
Stop 9. 2051 MgMrt Road
Ms. Doerr reported on the new construction projects that were built in the last five years.
Stop 10. Entrance of Fairway Villas
Mr. Hatfield explained his plan to coordinate with the residents to get the fence painted.
Stop 11. Waffle House parking lot
Chief Classey reported on the homeless problem in the wooded lot across the street. Mr.
Hatfield pointed out the improvements made to the St. Johns Catholic Church entrance.
Stop 12. 2256 Mayport-Capt. Odies
Ms. Doerr reported on the new construction projects in this area and explained which parts of
Mayport Road are in the city limits.
Mr. Hatfield pointed out the code violations in this area which includes signs, trash, and building
violations.
Stop 13. 2158 Mayport Beach Point Crossing
Ms. Doerr reported on the new construction projects in this area.
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Stop 14. Donner Park
Mr. Thompson explained the recreational activities available at the park. Chief Classey reported
on the criminal activities such as shootings, drugs, and prostitution. He also explained the
policing efforts. Mr. Hatfield reiterated the need to get the community and the churches more
involved. Ms. Doerr reported that the sidewalk project on George Street was paid with CDBG
funds. She also pointed out the new subdivisions in the area.
Stop 15. 75 Edgar
Mr. Hatfield reported on the improvements made to the house including the removal of trash,
new fence and paint. He referred to the before photos of the house.
Stop 15a. 24 Edgar
Mr. Hatfield reported the improvements made to the business. He referred to the before photos
of the business.
On the way to the next stop, Mr. Hatfield referred to the photos of the Citgo & Chevron gas
stations and explained the damage to their roofs.
Stop 16. 1365 Violet Street
Mr. Hatfield reported the numerous drug and prostitution search warrants conducted at this
location. He also spoke about the proposed rental inspection ordinance.
Stop 17. 1360 Mayport Road -Sawyer Gas
Mr. Hatfield pointed out the new fence there.
Stop 18. Comer of West 6d' Street and Main Street
Mr. Hatfield pointed out the new neighborhood watch signs and explained the program, He
discussed building community pride since the residents have noticed a change in the
neighborhoods.
Stop 19. 120 Mayport Road -Singletons Trailer Park
Mr. Hatfield reported on the numerous drug and prostitution search warrants conducted at this
location.
Stop 20. Veterans Park
Mr. Thompson explained the recreational activities available at the park. Mr. Hatfield spoke
about building the relationship between the church and community and about planning a festival
for the park.
The bus returned to City Hall at 4:57 pm. No action was taken and there being no further
discussion by the City Commission, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 4:57 p.m.
Donna L. Bartle, CMC
City Clerk