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Table of Contents
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Letter from Mayor Glasser 1
Executive Summary 2-4
Monthly Takeaways 5-13
Council Recommendations 14-18
Appendicies
A: Resolution No. 21-78 19-20
B: Council Selected Topics 21
C: Atlantic Beach City Commission Priorities 2022 22-23
D: Presenters by Month 24
November 2022
CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
800 SEMINOLE ROAD
ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA 32233-5455
www.coab.us
The City of Atlantic Beach is a thriving, residential small town, located between a beautiful beach
front and pristine marsh side, with an enviable maritime tree canopy and a large network of parks.
In addition to appreciating our natural beauty and eharm, our residents share a keen sense of
people, place, and purpose.
Earlier this year, a 2040 Vision Statement for the City was approved and reads as follows:
In Atlantic Beach, we have a strong sense of belonging and safety. Our citizens and government
care deeply about community character, and we understand that unified support is required to
preserve it. We are graced with the functional beauty of our beach, our marsh, and our tree canopy.
Our shady streets and multi -use paths connect our welcoming neighborhoods and vibrant local
businesses. Our city supports our diverse, multigenerational, socially linked community with green
spaces, active lifestyles, parks, and programming.
A shared value on people, place, and purpose goes beyond this vision. Also this year, the City
Commission designated "Livability" and quality of life as a top City priority. Toward this end, 1
took steps to form the Mayor's Council on Health and Well -Being to examine how we, as a City,
can serve more effectively by focusing on community issues related to health and well-being.
Mayor's Council members were tasked to examine topics of their choosing and make
recommendations for policies, planning, education, budgeting, and community engagement. In a
series of public "Lunch and Learn" meetings, we collectively listened to a wide variety of
community leaders and experts. I was not a voting member, but I facilitated by inviting speakers
on the topics identified. We could not cover everything, but this was a great start!
1 am extremely grateful to the attentive citizen volunteers who were nominated and agreed to serve
on this ad hoc Council. They are credited within the report. Among City personnel to thank are the
City Commission, City Manager Shane Corbin, Deputy City Manager Kevin Hogencamp, City
Planners Amanda Askew and Abrielle Genest, City Clerk Donna Bartle, and Department Head
Latrenia Thomas. Mostly, I want to thank all the citizens of our City for making Atlantic Beach
such a wonderful place to live, be healthy, and be well!
We hope you find our efforts informative and helpful in shaping and strengthening initiatives
related to health and well-being in the future.
In Gratitude,
Ellen Glasser
Mayor (2017-2022)
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Executive Summary
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Per the City of Atlantic Beach Charter, "the mayor -commissioner ... may appoint, from time to
time, such special or select committees as in his or her discretion he or she deems desirable to
expedite the handling of the business and affairs of the city". Respectively, Mayor Ellen Glasser
established the Mayor's Council on Health and Well -Being (MCHWB) to address issues and
opportunities about health and well-being.
The Mayor's Council on Health and Well -Being consisted of eleven Atlantic Beach (AB) residents
appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Commission. For the Resolution adopting the
Council, see Appendix A. The Council served from January 2022 through November 2, 2022 and
consisted of the following members:
• Jim Belich
• Kyle Brady
• Joyce Freeman
• Ellen Golombek
• Lisa Herrold
• Michael Hosto
• Michael Lanier
• Tracy Marko
• Steve Piscitelli (Vice Chair)
• Jessica Ring (Chair)
• JoAnn Wallace
Council members listened to expert presenters and then held deliberative conversations that linked
topics and recommendations to Atlantic Beach's vision statement, Commission priorities, and
overall quality of life. While planning and priority setting, many topics about "health and well-
being" were identified. Each subject area could not be discussed individually, however, many
concepts crossed -over in conversation. For a complete list of prioritized topics, see Appendix B.
In efforts to organize meetings and have focused discussions, the following topics were selected
and discussed:
January:
Census and Youth
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To focus on the City of Atlantic Beach and community needs, the Council incorporated the concept
(developed by Richard Lieder) of the "3- P's"; People, Place, and Purpose. Members agreed that
"I feel best/do my best when I am with the People I love, in a Place I love, and pursuing a Purpose
I love" encompassed the efforts and common goal of the Mayor's Council. The "X" in the graphic
below represents the overlap or "sweet spot" of the Council discussion.
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Purpose
Following each monthly meeting, Vice Chair Piscitelli prepared a "Meeting Summary" that
tracked discussion, key information presented, and recommendations generated by Council
members. Each recommendation was sponsored by a member and supported by the group. These
summaries supplemented minutes and provided the foundation for this final report. The Council
presents each of the following recommendations to the City of Atlantic Beach (COAB)
Commission and staff for their consideration and appropriate action.
Themes that repeated themselves throughout the Council's service included:
• Identifying local gaps in programming and services;
• Connecting recommendations to overall livability;
• Enhancing pedestrian and motor vehicle safety;
• Expanding opportunities for community connections to local farmers' markets;
• Enhancing and coordinating volunteer services to connect the right volunteers with the
right activities and services; and
• Expanding the Gail Baker Community Center to allow for additional senior
programming
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Note about the format:
• In some cases, the city staff and/or Commission took action that addressed Council
recommendations. Staff notes are added under appropriate recommendations as:
"UPDATE: Staff update described here"
• Each recommendation connects to one or more of the Atlantic Beach City Commission
2022 Priorities (for a full list of Commission Priorities, see Appendix C). These are
suggested connections for continued dialogue. The following abbreviations are used at the
end of each recommendation:
• L = Livability
• EL = Environmental Leadership
• PB = Planning and Budgeting
• M = Mayport Road Corridor & Marsh Side
• T = Multi -Modal Transportation Management
• CS = City Services
This report was submitted to the Council On November 2, 2022 by Vice Chair Piscitelli for final
review and approval. Conclusively, the report is submitted on behalf of the 2022 Mayor's Council
on Health and Well -Being to City Commission on November 14, 2022.
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Monthly Takeaways
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For a list of monthly presenters, see Appendix D.
January 2022: Census and Youth Risk Behavior Data
1. This was the first meeting of the MCHWB. The Mayor provided an overview of the
Council's mission. The Council will support the COAB mission, vision, and its Quality -
of -Life priority to enhance the "livability" of Atlantic Beach, FL. The Council members
are not expected to be subject matter experts. The Council members will bring positive
energy to each meeting and have deliberative dialogues about the topics at hand.
2. City Planner Genest delivered a presentation on the COAB latest census figures. One key
point: Our 65 and older population continues to grow at a faster pace than other
demographics. And the median age of 46.6 (2019) is higher than in Duval County and the
State of Florida.
3. More than 85% of COAB residents are White. A little more than 7% are Black or African
American. The number of housing units has increased by more than 700 since 2000.
4. 2019 Youth Risk Behavior Survey trends on physical activity & dietary behavior, school
safety, substance abuse, and suicide ideation were presented for the County and Health
Zone 6 (Beach Communities).
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February 2022: Blue Zones
1. The Blue Zones Power 9 model engages people to make healthy and transformative living
choices regarding natural movement, stress management, healthy eating, and nurturing
social connections. The City of Atlantic Beach, in keeping with the city's mission and
vision, will promote such choices.
2. According to the Duval County Health Zone Data (2019), Atlantic Beach has an aging -in-
place population. Social connections and ease of movement in the community are
especially important to this demographic of our community
3. Blue Zones Jacksonville is largely funded for the county, but the Beaches Zone (Atlantic,
Jacksonville, and Neptune) needed about two million dollars to be included as a project
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March 2022: Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity Plan
1. Presentation on bike safety (COJ): Two of the obstacles hindering more bike -friendly
communities are: Lack of appropriate pathways and a lack of funding. Jacksonville is the
10th most dangerous place for bicycling in the USA.
2. When completed, the East Coast Greenway will run approximately 3,000 miles from Maine
to the Florida Keys. It will connect existing trails.
3. A section of the East Coast Greenway, along with a road diet (lane reduction) through AB,
is planned along the Mayport corridor (to match the number of lanes north of the City), in
coordination with FDOT and the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization
(TPO).
4. The COAB Connectivity Plan seeks safe opportunities for biking and pedestrian mobility.
Given the abundance of recreational opportunities within the city, it is important to provide
safe and convenient access to these amenities.
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April 2022: Senior Programming
1. Approximately 23% of the COAB population (2019) is 65+ years old. According to AARP
statistics, by 2030 ^-25% of the US population will be 65+.
2. Poverty rates (as of 2018) for seniors have increased.
3. Successful aging in place requires more planning, action, and expenditure than most people
realize. An ongoing challenge is to find effective ways to connect in -need seniors with
available resources.
4. Many seniors constitute a vulnerable population, as they often face challenges involving
housing insecurity, food insecurity, cognitive decline, reliable transportation, lifestyle
changes due to physical and/or financial disabilities, and healthy social connections.
5. In addition to the above (#3 and #4), seniors need support and mentoring when it comes to
nurturing a sense of life purpose.
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May 2022: Vulnerable Populations
1. An increasing cost of living has exacerbated the housing crisis (and its concomitant issues)
in the Beaches area.
2. The Beaches are a "net exporter" of workers. Actions to increase affordable housing
density need to be implemented.
3. We need to think about where we want increased housing density and how to achieve that
increase.
4. The intent of services to homeless men, women, and children is to make them self-
sufficient.
5. While there has not been a major increase in the AB homeless population, there has been
a "huge increase" just west of the Intracoastal Waterway.
6. While drug overdoses are low in AB, as
compared to other parts of Duval County,
incidents of drug overdoses are spreading
throughout AB.
7. Grants are available for the distribution of
free Narcan, used to treat opioid overdoses,
for the general public and all City employees.
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June 2022: Youth: Challenges and Possibilities
1. Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) supports numerous
programs to help students develop connections for
wellness (e.g., Beaches Resource Center).
2. Since feeling safe and being safe are different issues,
student programming is designed to reflect that
dichotomy.
3. Atlantic Beach Elementary (ABE) has a Joint Use
Agreement that allows the community to use the track and
playground equipment when school is not in session.
4. ABE after-school pickup of students creates traffic
challenges along Sherry Drive and other nearby roads.
5. Yesha Taekwondo represents just one example of the youth programs COAB supports with
grant monies administered by the Cultural Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee
(CARAC) and approved by the Commission.
6. Food insecurity undermines emotional and physical health, affects academic development,
and creates behavioral challenges.
7. Farmers markets (FMs) in the Beaches area provide quality food, yet challenges remain
such as marketing the programs; helping with transportation to and from the FMs; and
offering Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) acceptance at all FMs.
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July 2022: No New Topics. Council Reviewed Recommendations to Date.
August 2022: Community Engagement and Purpose
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1. The Atlantic Beach faith -based community can support our community by continuing to
sponsor events connecting residents east and west of Mayport Road.
2. When seeking and placing volunteers, the City can better focus on a meaningful fit between
person and purpose.
3. Recognizing the thin line between property rights and neighborhood rights, City Code
Enforcement needs the support of the community to keep blight and crime in check.
4. The City can better promote volunteerism, committee service, and outreach for its events
that promote quality of life.
5. The Environmental Stewardship Committee sees a connection between this Council's work
and the City's Comprehensive Plan.
6. Beaches Town Center continues to focus on quality of life initiatives and
recommendations.
MCHWB Members and Staff,
November 2, 2022
September 2022: Mental Well -Being
1. Mental health help requires family, early and effective intervention, and time.
2. There are three components for an effective mental health response system: Someone to
talk to. Someone to respond. A place to go.
3. There is a need to improve crisis response. In Duval County alone, approximately two-
thirds of 9-1-1 calls deal with mental health.
4. As one example, Here Tomorrow is a local mental health collaborative that provides
services cost-free to "Friends". Within the organization, those in need of assistance are
considered "Friends" rather than patients.
5. After 365 days the Friends become Here Tomorrow alumni.
6. There is a need to normalize the conversation about mental health and suicide prevention.
Here Tomorrow Open House,
November 17, 2021
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October 2022: Race and Health Equity
1. The Jacksonville Nonprofit Hospital Partnership consists of five healthcare systems over
thirteen campuses. Through the partnerships, the Community Health Needs Assessment
(CHNA) is helping caregivers to better understand health disparities based on racial and
ethnic inequities facing the region and residents.
2. Only Baptist Medical Center Beaches is located at the Beaches. Residents have access to
all other campuses (excluding the military).
3. There is community concern about a lack of affordable and safe housing.
4. Among the social determinants for a healthy life are access, habits, and lifestyles.
5. The City can be more involved to identify community partners, and speak up for what the
Beaches need regarding race, health, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities.
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
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Council Recommendations
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January 2022: Census and Youth Risk Behavior Data
1. Identify local gaps and needs for programs and plans directed toward senior citizens. [L,
CS]
2. Identify local gaps and needs for programs that address alarming youth trends in the areas
of physical activity, substance abuse, and mental health issues. [L, PB, CS]
3. Support initiatives and continue to improve other tools to engage residents and improve
the accessibility of programs throughout the city. [L, T]
4. Ensure that COAB programs and grant recipients comply with state guidelines regarding
training and background checks. [PB, CS]
UPDATES: Staff created a "Beaches Community Resources " guide on the COAB website. Staff
working with CARAC, has expanded emails and information related to recreation and youth
programming. All volunteers working to support COAB programs involving children are now
required to undergo background checks.
February 2022: Blue Zones
1. Identify local gaps in the community that may need further outreach in terms of healthy
living choices and follow up as needed. While the City of Atlantic Beach scores high on
the life satisfaction survey (Gallup Survey, 2018), people most in need of healthy living
choices may not respond to such surveys. [L, M]
2. Support the Blue Zones of Jacksonville goals. [L, CS]
3. Promote efforts to connect people and neighborhoods, encourage healthy food choices,
discourage tobacco use, and discourage excessive alcohol use. Consider city outreach about
policies for outdoor no -smoking zines following the guidance of such smoking bans on
school grounds. The COAB should continue reviewing best practices in other
municipalities and solicit public input. [L, CS]
UPDATES: The Council later learned that the Beaches Zone was not funded. As of the date of
this report, external efforts are continuing to fund it. City Commission passed Ordinance No. 95-
22-122 prohibiting smoking in all city parks and beaches on October 24, 2022. Mayor Glasser
sent a letter the local businesses encouraging outdoor no -smoking zones.
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L = Livability
EL = Environmental Leadership
PB = Planning and Budgeting
M = Mayport Road Corridor & Marsh Side
T = Multi -Modal Transportation Management
CS = City Services
March 2022: Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity Plan
1. Explore the use of parts of the JEA utility corridor in the marsh area (off Atlantic Blvd)
for bike and pedestrian use as included in the Connectivity Plan. [L, M, T]
2. Consider pedestrian and bicycle enhancements to connect with the East Coast Greenway.
[L, T]
3. Equitably prioritize connectivity projects. [L, M, T]
4. Consider an established bike route to connect many parks. [L, M, T]
5. Continue to explore a Selva Marina walking path (northern end of Selva Marina Drive
between 20th and Saturiba Drive). [L, T]
6. Further explore speed limit adjustments on city rights-of-way based on the Complete
Streets Policy. [L, T]
7. Take legislative action that addresses which devices and vehicles are safe on our
streets/sidewalks/beaches. As the numbers and types of micro mobility devices that are
capable of exceeding 15 miles/hour (like electric bikes, boards, motorcycles, and golf
carts) escalate, a community education component should be a part of any action moving
forward in this area. [L, T]
8. Explore the option of restricting where southbound Sherry Drive intersects Atlantic
Boulevard to a right-hand turn lane only. Further, it is recommended studies be conducted
on other high-risk intersections. [T]
9. Create a more streamlined procedure and education for citizens to report hot spots -
streets and intersections. [L, T]
UPDATES: The TPO has prioritized reconstruction of Mayport Road. This project will complete
the Atlantic Beach portion of the East Coast Greenway. A Selva Marina walking path was
discussed at the October 22, 2022 Town Hall Meeting. Staff has already completed a speed
limit survey. This survey does not include FDOT Roads (Atlantic Blvd. and Mayport Road).
COAB is working on a policy/ordinance for micro mobility devices. This topic has been
discussed many times, most recently at the October 22, 2022 Town Hall Meeting. The City is in
on-going discussion with FDOT and the City of Neptune Beach to explore options regarding the
Sherry Rd./Atlantic Blvd. intersection. Staff has already created a Traffic Calming Application
for residents to make traffic calming requests.
April 2022: Senior Programming
1. Identify local gaps and needs for support and recreational programs directed toward
senior citizens. [L, CS]
2. Create and promote an accessible/easily located link on the City website for senior
services contact numbers, resources, and other pertinent information. [L, CS]
3. Encourage legislation/cooperation/dialogue regarding the increased cost of renting
apartments/houses. [L, CS]
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EL = Environmental Leadership
PB = Planning and Budgeting
M = Mayport Road Corridor & Marsh Side
T = Multi -Modal Transportation Management
CS = City Services
4. Consider expanding grant programs. Include money in the budget for senior programs.
• • Encourage CARAC to reach out and encourage stakeholders to apply for grant funding.
[PB]
5. Examine and promote the expansion of the Gail Baker Center so the city can expand
programming for seniors (e.g. workshops, classes, courses, and events). [L, M]
6. Consider including age -friendly accessory dwelling unit (ADU) provision(s) in Land
Development Regulations and explore the option of including ADUs in specific zoning
districts. [L, CS]
7. Consider joining a network for age -friendly cities and communities. [L, PB]
UPDATES: The City already has a small senior group and programming, such as, chair yoga and
senior Tai Chi at the Gail Baker Center. Staff created a "Beaches Community Resources Guide"
on the City website with information on senior programming. Increased Commission grants were
awarded this year to BEAM, Beaches Council on Aging, Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center,
and Beaches Habitat for Humanity (Beaches Habitat was included for the first time this year).
COAB is working actively with COJ to fund the Gail Baker Center expansion, as well as informing
the public of city efforts. COJ Council on Elder Affairs is prepared to assist the city with an
application to become an Age -Friendly Community with the AARP and provide support.
May 2022: Vulnerable Populations
1. Seek to quantify the number of Atlantic Beach residents that fall into vulnerable
populations. [L, CS]
2. Seek ways to provide better services for transient populations. [L, CS]
3. Continue to build and strengthen relationships with organizations like Mission House and
the Sulzbacher Center with their Beaches Hope Team. [L, PB, CS]
4. Explore transportation options for residents (with JTA) to critical services. [L, M, T, PB]
5. Explore how to link housing density with affordable housing within commercial areas. [L,
PB]
6. To address the opioid crisis, recommend: [CS]
• Expanding Project Save Lives (peer support counselors in selected emergency
rooms) to include the Beaches Baptist Emergency Room.
• Development of free opioid education/distribution strategies that include
information about Narcan (a nonprescriptive drug used to treat narcotic overdoses
in emergency situations).
• Provide an addiction resource list (like the "Beaches Community Resources" list
on the COAB website).
UPDATES: Progress has been made to expand the JTA ReadiRide program at the beaches, to
coordinate with other transportation providers, and to do additional outreach about all. This
subject was discussed at the October 24, 2022 Commission meeting. Beaches Opioid Forum was
held on September 15, 2022.
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L = Livability
EL = Environmental Leadership
PB = Planning and Budgeting
M = Mayport Road Corridor & Marsh Side
T = Multi -Modal Transportation Management
CS = City Services
June 2022: Youth: Challenges and Possibilities
1. Promote a walkability campaign (like ABE's "Walk and Roll") that, among other benefits,
will help to mitigate traffic and parking issues on Sherry Drive during school drop-off and
pick-up times. [L, T]
2. Explore a five -pronged approach to promote and educate about local farmers' markets [L,
PB, CS]:
• Develop an advertising/educational campaign about the benefits of FMs;
• Find options for those with transportation issues to reach FMs;
• Advocate for the Atlantic Beach Farmers Market to begin accepting SNAP
payments; and
• Help develop symbiotic relationships between community centers and the Atlantic
Beach Farmers Market.
3. Work to address the food desert on north Mayport Road Corridor, and work with the City
of Jacksonville to get a grocery store there. [L, M, CS]
4. Promote partnerships with churches, FMs, and other community resources. [CS]
5. Promote financial assistance for ABE enhancements, assuring that the Joint Use
Agreement keeps the outdoor area available to the community when school is out. [PB]
6. Increase focus on grants that address food insecurity and physical activity programs for
youth. [L, CS, PB]
UPDATES: Commission budgeted this year to partially fund ABE's request for playground
equipment. The grant budget for CARAC was increased significantly this fiscal year.
August 2022: Community Engagement and Purpose
1. Promote the Mayor's Council on Health and Well -Being's final report of recommendations
and all actions taken to address the recommendations. [L, M]
2. Develop and support volunteer recruitment and volunteer services to help the city's
Recreation Department outreach. [CS]
3. Assure that appropriate background checks have been conducted on adult volunteers
working with children as part of city programs. [CS]
4. Collaborate on a "Friends of the Parks" volunteer model for all Atlantic Beach parks. [EL,
T]
5. Support the Beaches Town Center Agency's suggestions to implement traffic and
pedestrian safety strategies. [T]
6. Renovate or expand the Gail Baker Center to allow for additional space to better
accommodate our senior citizens. [L, PB]
7. Consider implementing an Autism Awareness Program or other similar programs. [L]
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L = Livability
EL = Environmental Leadership
PB = Planning and Budgeting
M = Mayport Road Corridor & Marsh Side
T = Multi -Modal Transportation Management
CS = City Services
UPDATES: All volunteers working to support COAB programs involving children are now
required to undergo background checks. COAB is working actively with COJ to fund the Gail
Baker Center expansion as well as informing the public of city efforts.
September 2022: Mental Wellbeing
1. Learn how the Here Tomorrow model can fit in with addiction issues. [L, CS]
2. Encourage the Commission to promote more state funding for mental health services. [L,
CS, PB]
3. Offer mental health education/training (like the "Mental Health CPR" workshop) to all
staff. [L, CS, PB]
4. Advocate throughout the state and with state legislators for the Here Tomorrow model. [L,
CS]
5. Provide a focus on K-12 and college -aged student suicide prevention and opioid addiction
awareness. [L, CS]
UPDATES: The city offers free mental health services and resoucrces for all employees, including
Police Officers.
October 2022: Race and Health Equity
1. Recommend the Commission retain livability as a priority and incorporate procedures to
identify and address health needs and disparities into annual Commission Priorities. [L,
PB, CS]
2. Recommend that the City of Atlantic Beach develop partnerships to increase residents'
access to healthy lifestyle options through education and screenings. [L, PB, CS]
3. Use partnerships to offer health screenings as a way to target health problems and
disparities throughout the city. [L, PB, CS]
4. Encourage more health fairs and health screenings at FMs and/or other venues by using
resources such as UNF nursing, nutrition, and mental health students. [L, PB, CS]
5. Partner with outside organizations to educate the community about disparities in heath
based on race, health, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities. [L, PB, CS]
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EL = Environmental Leadership
PB = Planning and Budgeting
M = Mayport Road Corridor & Marsh Side
T = Multi -Modal Transportation Management
CS = City Services
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Appendix A: Resolution No. 21-78
RESOLUTION NO. 21-78
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH,
FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING THE MAYOR'S COUNCIL ON HEALTH AND WELL-
BEING, A SELECT COMMITTEE; PROVIDING GUIDELINES FOR THE SELECT
COMMITTEE; CONFIRMING APPOINTMENTS TO THE SELECT COMMITTEE;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, per Article II, Section 8, of the Atlantic Beach Charter, "The mayor -commissioner ... may
appoint, from time to time, such special or select committees as in his or her discretion he or she deems desirable
to expedite the handling of the business and affairs of the city"; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor desires to have issues and opportunities pertaining to health and well-being
thoroughly studied by such a Select Committee, and for the Select Committee to present recommendations to the
City Commission via a final report.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City of Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach:
Section 1. That there is hereby established the Mayor's Council on Health and Well -Being.
Section 2. That the Mayor's Council on Health and Well -Being (hereafter referred to as "the Council")
shall support the following: the City's mission and vision; the Commission's Quality of Life (QOL) initiative
under the 2021 stated priority of Livability; and the City's potential Blue Zones participation. In doing so and to
the greatest extent possible, the Council shall not duplicate other City Board and Committee work or staff work.
Section 3. That public input and involvement shall be a stalwart of the Council's work.
Section 4. That the Council's recommendations shall be approved by a majority of the Council's members,
and shall be presented as a final report to the City Commission.
Section 5. That a City staff member, as determined by the City Manager, shall be assigned to assist in
scheduling, agendas, minutes, and compiling the Council's final report.
Section 6. That the Council shall consist of 11 members, all of whom shall reside in Atlantic Beach; that
the initial members of the Council shall be appointed by the Mayor, with the approval of the City Commission
via this Resolution; that Council vacancies may be filled by the Mayor upon notice having been given to the City
Commission; and that the Council shall select a Chair and Vice -Chair from among the membership.
Section 7. That the following residents are hereby appointed as initial members of the Council: Jim Belich,
Kyle Brady, Joyce Freeman, Ellen Golombek, Lisa Herrold, Michael Hosto, Michael Lanier, Tracy Marko, Steve
Piscitelli, Jessica Ring and JoAnn Wallace.
Section 8. That Council members must complete requisite training (online) by February 2022.
Section 9. That a quorum of the Council shall require six members.
Section 10. That the Council shall sunset on Nov. 9, 2022.
Section 11. That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this Resolution are repealed to the
extent of such conflict.
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Appendix A: Resolution No. 21-78
Section 12. 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.
Attest:
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Approved as to form and correctness:
J4ak%-.)
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ur• - • City Attorney
Ellen lasser, Mayor
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RESOLUTION 21-78
Appendix B: Council Selected Topics
Possible Council Topics
Draft 1/20/2022
Aging in Place and
Senior Programming
Air Quality
Alcohol
Biking and Complete Streets
Clean Air and Asthma
Community
Education
Faith
Food Insecurity
Gardening
Guns
Health Insurance
History
Homelessness
Meditation and Mindfulness
Mental Health
Mentoring
Military
Neighborhood Identity
Opioid & Drug Use
Oral Healthcare
Pets
Philanthropy
Physical Activity and Programming
Race and Equity
Self -compassion
Setting Personal Boundaries and Limits
Small Businesses
Smoking
Special Events
Suicide
Support of Nonprofit Network
Volunteerism
Workforce Housing
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Appendix C: Atlantic Beach City Commission Priorities 2022
ATLANTIC BEACH CITY COMMISSION PRIORITIES
ESTABLISHED JANUARY 25, 2022; ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION FEBRUARY 28, 2022
LIVABILITY
Improve health, recreation, arts, culture, leisure, education, military appreciation, and other quality -
of -life indicators via:
• Develop and implement a strategy to improve recreation, sports, arts, culture, history, and education
programming; improving accessibility to programming for all residents, particularly children and
senior citizens; and ensuring that best -practice safety protocols are established and met.
• Participate in or develop a comprehensive communitywide health and well-being improvement
initiative.
• Solidify AB's status as a military- and veteran -friendly community.
• Maintain partnerships with local nonprofits that provide health, wellness, education, recreation,
transportation, and affordable housing services to low-income residents, youth, senior citizens, and
others.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP
Validate COAB's commitment to resiliency, sustainability and the environment via:
• Initiate an urban tree -canopy assessment, establish a tree -canopy goal, and develop a canopy care
program.
• Continue efforts to understand the impact of sea level rise locally, and adapt for environmental
changes.
• Provide education and outreach to the community.
• Improve access to hazardous waste disposal and educate residents about protecting the
environment from chemical contamination.
PLANNING & BUDGETING
Prepare for future financial and infrastructure needs via:
• Manage employee -retention by developing strategic actions to keep employees motivated and
productive through:
o Competitive compensation
o Equitable training opportunities
o A formal employee welcome, recognition, and appreciation program.
• Administer the City's capital- and road -improvement plans.
■ Further develop financial management policies and establish a debt strategy.
■ Identify "shovel -ready" projects.
• Make significant progress on the following capital -improvement projects:
o Lifeguard station
o Splash pad
o Baker Center expansion
o Parks Master Plan implementation
o Seminole Road gateway improvements.
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Appendix C: Atlantic Beach City Commission Priorities 2022
MAYPORT ROAD CORRIDOR & MARSH SIDE
Improve neighborhood identity, safety, and business and cultural opportunities via:
• Explore the viability of a community redevelopment plan and tax -increment financing, and/or the
feasibility of other tools to address the Mayport Road corridor's needs.
■ Maintain partnerships to enhance automobile, bicycle and pedestrian safety by connecting to the
East Coast Greenway and incorporating the "complete streets" philosophy on Mayport Road.
■ Partner with artists to install murals in the community, including at the Atlantic Boulevard-Mayport
Road flyover.
• Conduct an analysis and develop policies to ensure the City's spending and programming are
equitable throughout the entire community.
MULTI -MODAL TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
Support safety, connectivity and sustainability community -wide via:
• Administer the City's Connectivity Plan and Complete Streets Policy.
• Continue reviews of challenges and opportunities associated with traffic management and parking,
and implement solutions.
■ Identify new opportunities and prioritize projects for safe, comfortable walking and bicycling.
■ Evaluate parks and access points to the beach and Intracoastal Waterway to identify opportunities
to improve vehicle and bicycle parking, signage/wayfinding, litter containment, ADA access, and
aesthetics.
CITY SERVICES
Develop and improve systems to ensure that the City maintains a high -performing workforce via:
• Establish best practices in the City Clerk's Office and throughout the organization for records
management, storage, and disposal.
■ Complete a citizen/business survey and audit of the City's permitting systems to highlight
opportunities for improved efficiencies and service.
• Analyze the benefits of having an in-house City Attorney vs. contracting legal services.
• Coordinate legislative strategies and maintain partnerships with the Beaches cities, the City of
Jacksonville, and the State of Florida.
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Appendix D: Presenters by Month
January: Census and Youth Risk Behavior Data
• Abrielle Genest, City of Atlantic Beach,
Planner
February: Blue Zones
• Debbie Watkins, Blue Zones, Account
Executive
• Amelia Clabots, Blue Zones, Vice President
of Finance & Operations
March: Bicycle and Pedestrian Complete Streets
• Matt Fall, City of Jacksonville, Bicycle -
Pedestrian Coordinator
• Colin Moore, City of Neptune Beach, Grant
and Resiliency Coordinator; East Coast
Greenway, Florida Committee Chair
April: Senior Programming
• Latrenia Thomas, City of Atlantic Beach,
Recreation Director
• Curtis Ford, Beaches Habitat for Humanity,
President/CEO
• Lori Richards, BEAM, Executive Director
• Gayle Blackmer, Baptist AgeWell Center
for Health
• An Oskarsson, Mayo Clinic HABIT
Program
• Lori Anderson, Beaches Council on Aging,
Executive Director
• Joanne Hickox, Seniors on a Mission,
Founder & Executive Director
• Jeff Backfisch, City of Jacksonville,
Community Outreach Manager
• Katie Devanny, Jacksonville Public Library,
Adult Learning Manager
• Leslie Lyne, Neptune Beach Senior Activity
Center, Director
• Andrea Spencer, Elder Source, Vice
President of Communications
May: Vulnerable Populations
• Tracy Tousey, The Community Foundation
for Northeast Florida, Consultant
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• Cindy Funkhouser, Sulzbacher, President &
Chief Executive Officer
• John Bowls, Sulzbacher, Health System and
Budget Administrator
• Mark Rowley, Project Save Lives, JFRD
Assistant Chief
June: Youth
• Elizabeth Anderson, Duval County Public
Schools, Board Member, District 2
• Ellen Menendez, Duval County Public
Schools, Social Worker
• Kim Gallagher, Atlantic Beach Elementary
School, Principal
• Charles Coker, Yesha Taekwondo
• JoAnn Wallace, Dig Local Network, Board
President
July: Progress Review- No presenters
August: Community Engagement and Purpose
• Bobby Spahn, Beaches Vineyard
• Joe Schwarz, Cultural Arts and Recreation
Advisory Committee
• Kirk Hansen, Community Development
Board, Chair
• Mark Gabrynowicz, Environmental
Stewardship Committee, Chair
• Angela Irizarry, City of Atlantic Beach,
Code Enforcement Officer
• Bruce Andrews, Beaches Town Center
Agency, Member
• Linda Lanier, AB Vision and Mission
September: Mental Well -Being
• Hannah Hackworth, Here Tomorrow,
Executive Director
October: Race and Health Equity
• Rachel Berry, Baptist Beaches, PR and
Community Relations Coordinator
• Glenwood Charles, Jr., Baptist, Community
Partnership Coordinator