07-22-19 Minutes Commission WorkshopMINUTES
Commission Workshop Meeting
Monday, July 22, 2019 - 5:30 PM
Commission Chamber
ATTENDANCE:
Present:
Also Present:
Ellen Glasser, Mayor - Seat 1
Cindy Anderson, Commissioner - Seat 2
Blythe Waters, Mayor Pro Tem / Commissioner - Seat 3
Candace Kelly, Commissioner - Seat 4
Brittany Norris, Commissioner - Seat 5
Joe Gerrity, City Manager (CM)
Brenna Durden, City Attorney (CA)
Donna Bartle, City Clerk (CC)
Phyllis Nadeau, Associate City Clerk/Recording Secretary
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Glasser opened the meeting at 5:30 PM, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
1. LIFEGUARD STATION
A. Overview of Lifeguard Station Renovation
B. Current Situation
C. Options for Remediation
D. Direction to Staff
CM Gerrity addressed the Commission and explained the purpose and goal of this
workshop is to discuss the renovations and condition of the lifeguard station.
Commissioner Anderson arrived at 5:35 PM; Commissioner Waters arrived at 5:46
PM.)
Commander Gualillo, Atlantic Beach Police Department (ABPD), gave a slide
presentation/overview of the lifeguard station history and the renovations that began in
2018. There are major issues with mold and he spoke about the mold remediation work.
Commander Gualillo reviewed the environmental testing schedule and costs. The most
recent test results reflect elevated mold spore in the building. He provided
recommendations and options, along with estimates on repairs.
John Phillips, Captain, Atlantic Beach Ocean Rescue (ABOR), addressed the
Commission. He spoke about the history of the building, repairs made over the years to
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the leaking roof and windows, the building dry rot and damage. Mr. Phillips spoke about
the daily operational challenges for the 18 lifeguards who provide services, the 4 summer
Junior Lifeguard Camps and participants, having only 1 restroom, very limited storage
space and in-service training space.
Commander Gualillo requested direction from the Commission about whether or not to
continue operating from the current building, considering the mold and the ongoing costs
for annual remediation and testing. Another option for consideration would be
construction of a new building, ensuring that it is suitable for the beachfront
environmental challenges and for the operational needs of the ABOR.
Topics discussed were the conditions of the neighboring beaches lifeguard buildings and
their mold problems and remediation efforts, pros and cons of an open-air building
concept vs. an enclosed structure with HVAC, mold prevention going forward, new
construction costs vs. recent renovation costs, maintenance of computers and various
other required electronics, and providing a separate public restroom building.
Mayor Glasser opened the floor to discussion and questions from the Commissioners.
There was consensus that more information is needed before moving forward with new
construction and associated costs, or to continue operating from the currently renovated
building and determine what the costs will be to conduct the necessary mold remediation.
All questions were answered.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Glasser opened the floor for public comment. There were no public comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Glasser adjourned the meeting at 6:29 PM.
Attest:
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Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk Ellen Glasser, Mayor
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