Resolution No. 21-77 vRESOLUTION NO. 21-77
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH,
FLORIDA, SUPPORTING STATE LEGISLATION TO ADDRESS GROWING CONCERNS
ABOUT PER- AND POLYFLUROALKYL SUBSTANCES (PFAS) IN SOIL AND WATER;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large family of synthetic chemicals used for a
wide variety of consumer and industrial purposes, including but not limited to firefighting foam; and
WHEREAS, in recent years, scientists have concluded that some of these substances can result in adverse health
effects; and
WHEREAS, it would benefit the health and welfare of Florida residents for the State of Florida to coordinate
with the Environmental Protection Agency to establish science-based cleanup target levels; provide resources for testing
and research, public education and risk assessment guidelines; and develop cost-effective and risk-based corrective
strategies for PFAS.
WHEREAS,further,it would be in the State's and local governments' best interest to establish liability protection
for entities that have legally used PFAS for fire suppression or have passively received PFAS.
NOW THEREFORE,be it resolved by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida:
SECTION 1. That the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach supports State legislation to(1)coordinate
with the Environmental Protection Agency to establish science-based cleanup target levels, provide resources for testing
and research, public education and risk assessment guidelines, and develop cost-effective and risk-based corrective
strategies for PFAS; and (2)to establish liability protection for entities that have legally used PFAS for fire suppression
or have passively received PFAS.
SECTION 2.That the City Commission directs the City Clerk to transmit a copy of this Resolution to the Florida
Governor, the City of Jacksonville, the Florida League of Cities, and the Duval County delegation of the Florida
Legislature, for distribution.
SECTION 3. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution are repealed to the extent
of such conflict.
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach, this 22"d day of November,
2021.
Ellen Lasser, Mayor
Attest:
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Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Approved as to form and correctness:
Brenna . Durd- ity Attorney