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06-23-69 v CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH AGENDA June 23, 1969 1. Call to Order. 2. Invocation 3. Approval of Minutes of meeting of June 9, 1969. 4. Recognition of Visitors. 5. C orrespondence : (a) Certificate of Appreciation from Fletcher Athletic Department. 6. Committee Reports : (a) Computor Report 7 . Plans, etc. on 10. 5 acres corner Mayport & Levy Roads. 8. Public Works Report. 9. Approval purchase from Acct. 1501 - Approx. $450.00 10. Municipal Court Dockets for June 9th and June 16th, 1969. 11. City Manager. 12. Commissioners. 13. Adjourn. r 4. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC BEACH CITY COMMISSION HELD AT THE CITY HALL ON MONDAY, JUNE 23, 1969 AT 8: 00 P. M. Present: William S . Howell, Mayor-Commissioner A. J. Longo R. R. Rosborough Louis C. Holloway, Jr. John W. Weldon, Commissioners and R. C. Vogel, City Manager Oliver Ball, Acting City attorney Adele S . Grage, City Clerk The meeting was called to order by the Mayor-Commissioner, Mr. Howell. The Invocation was given by Commissioner Weldon. The minutes of the meeting of June 9, 1969 were approved as written upon motion of Mr. Longo, seconded by Mr. Holloway and carried. A certificate of appreciation was presented from Duncan U. Fletcher High School Athletic Department for the support and assistance given them by the City during the year 1968-1969. Mr. Holloway reported that the Committee on studying computer had met this evening and will have a report at next meeting. There was no one present and no plans have been received on the 10. 5 acres at corner of Mayport Road and Levy Road. The report of the Public Works Department was received for information and filing. Mr. Weldon advised he was interested in getting the sidewalk finished on Sherry Drive and the fire hydrant moved. Mr. Vogel advised we have had trouble with easement in next block. It has been taken care of except for a fence, which, if owner does not move back, we will have to and go ahead with this project. Approval was requested for purchase from Water Works Account 1501 of four (4) 1" meters with curb stops and gooseneck for approximately $450.00. Mr. Longo moved approval as requested, seconded by Mr. Holloway and carried. The Police dockets for June 9th and 16th, 1969 were received for information and filing. Mr. Vogel in his report previously mailed to the Commission emphasized the immediate need of additional reservoir facilities at the Water Works. Referring to Mr. Walter Parks ' report of 1961, it was advised that Mr. Parks ' recommendations as covered by items d, e, and f have been completed but not items a, b, and c. Mr. Parks was present to discuss the matter with the Commission. It was suggested that the reservoirs have baffles Minutes 6/23/69 Page #2 alternating on opposite sides to increase areation as well as allow more time for settlement in the water. Mr. Weldon inquired as to status of sewer project and which is more important. Mr. Vogel stated that financing was problem right now with interests, etc. at current high rates. Mr. Parks advised there is great deal of difference in amount of money to do each and that the Florida Air & Water Pollution would say "pollution" , however nothing is more annoying to average citizen as consumer and to officials as not getting water which is good. There was further discussion in which it was brought out that the time on the sewer situation has been extended to January 1, 1973, however Florida Air & Water Pollution will still work towards December 31, 1970. It will cost in neighborhood of one-half million dollars which would necessitate a bond issue. It is estimated that the water improvement suggested will cost an approximate $62,000.00 which is felt can be financed out of Water funds. Mr. Parks advised he can have plans ready for bid in a month. Folowing further discussion Mr. Holloway moved that Mr. Parks be authorized to proceed with making plans on the water improvement, seconded by Mr. Weldon and carried. Mr. Parks advised on question by Mr. Longo that fee will be on percentage of project estimate or approximately 5 to 6 thousand dollars. As to tax assessing and collecting as covered by Chapter 69-54, Laws of Florida, House Bill #1082, it was brought out that we have our own tax roll but use County valuations; as to collections, there is some question as to the exemption of the Consolidated City of Jacksonville from the Act. Mr. Harcourt Bull advised he has been in touch with the Consolidated City of Jacksonville and they are willing and able to perform this service for Atlantic Beach on a voluntary basis, and that the cost of the services will not exceed expense imposed on them which he thinks will be very little, if any. There will be some rulings on this law and will have more information in next two weeks. This will come under Mr. Holloway' s Committee report and will be up to City to decide if they want to do it or not. As to the junk yard in Section "H" , it is non-conforming as they are not allowed in any zone in the City. Also they have never paid a license fee. Mr. Vogel is to get with City Attorney on this. Mr. Weldon brought up matter of letter received from Mr. Cole on Selva Marina Drive relative to putting trash in parkway. It was brought out that we do not know who gave such permission as it has always been against best interests of the City for the parkways to be used for trash piling. A letter has been sent to owners of property facing all our parks and parkways that trash and debris is not to be placed in parks or parkways but at front of owner' s property. Mr. Weldon commended work being done at street ends. . 'y Minutes 6/23/69 Page #3 Mr. Holloway asked as to whether we had an Ordinance on surfers and bathers. It was advised we do not but in past have had cooperation of both in areas we designated. Mr. Holloway feels we should have Ordinance with definite rules that can be given to surfers. Mr. Longo turned in a list of 13 blind corners which he feels should have immediate correction. He also advised that the property on Atlantic Boulevard known as Pleasant Acres is in bad condition and requested the City Manager to contact owner and see what can be done to improve. Mr. Longo stated that he would like to have a Resolution naming Donner Park as Felix White Park, a deceased citizen of that area. However it was brought out that "Uncle Ike" Lewis was one of trustees that gave land to the City and Mr. Donner set up the land for a park and deeded it to the trustees. It was agreed the matter should be studied and it was referred to Mr. Vogel and Chief Stucki to look into. A request for advertising in the Jacksonville Journal Beaches Special was referred to the City Manager to handle. Mr. Howell stated since passing of Mr. Frank Thompson, our City Attorney, we are technically without a City Attorney, and since Mr. Ball has been Acting City Attorney for over a year during Mr. Thompson' s illness, he would recommend that Mr. Ball be appointed as City Attorney. Mr. Longo moved that Resolution #69-9 be adopted appointing Mr. Ball as City Attorney, effective immediately, seconded by Mr. Weldon and carried. Copy of Resolution #69-9 is attached hereto and made a part hereof. Mr. Parks asked as to what is the plan as to the proposed Central Park to be built north of the City. There is little known except it is moving in that direction - nothing concrete at this time. There being no further business the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. o// L// illi-" S. !'ow-el`' Mayor-Commissioner Attest: . e Adele S. Grage ' City Clerk CITY OF , , , 7=11 Motto Beads-- June 20, 1969 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT TO CITY COMMISSION: The purpose of this report is to urge the City Commission to take immediate action for the engineering, advertising for bids and construction, of an additional ground storage tank as recommended by Mr. Parks ' report of November 15, 1961. This report included the following recommendations : "Needed Within The Next Year (1962) . For reasons previously reiterated, the following items are regarded as being needed within the next year: a . New ground storage reservoir complete with baffles and aerator. b. Modifications to existing reservoir including the provision of baffles . c . New Venturi meter. d. New drilled and cased well with pump. e. New transmission main from new well to water pump- ing station. f. Facilities for chemical treatment to reduce corrosiveness . " Items D, E and F have been completed, and items A, B and C have been needed for a number of years . Mr. Parks pointed out in his report that evidence of corrosion of metal pipes has been apparent in the City of Atlantic Beach water system for sometime, and in May 1961 the Florida State Board of Health collected and performed a chemical analysis on samples from our system. The results of this test indicated that the water was possibly "corrosive" . This can be rectified to a large extent by an additional ground reservoir with baffles which would allow a longer retention time of water which in turn would eliminate a larger amount of sulphur content and thereby reduce the corrosiveness of the water. CITY OF . . . Ataallia Beat- City Manager ' s Report to City Commission Page #2 June 20, 1969 The estimate made in 1961 which included ground storage reservoir with baffles, piping, and modification to existing reservoir, was $47, 600.00. Mr. Parks advised we should add about 30% to this to bring it in line with today' s costs. I am of the opinion that this can be financed without a Bond issue by using $20, 000. 00 from Account #1601 (Future Water System Renewal and Replacement Fund) , and a transfer from Unbudgeted Reserve. Also, if necessary, any deficiency can be budgeted in the 1970 budget. I am enclosing herewith a copy of Chapter 69-54, House Bill No. 1082, which became law without the Governor ' s signature, and has reference to method of tax assessing and collection. Reference is made to Dagley' s automobile junk yard at 344 Begonia Street, Section H, Atlantic Beach, in compliance with instructions at the last meeting that I investigate and report back at this meeting. It has been determined that Mr. Dagley has been in business at this location since 1952, and in this time I can find no record of his having been issued an occupational license by the City of Atlantic Beach. I talked to Mr. Dagley about this and he advised that Mr. Hall has periodically been complaining about Dagley' s operation. I would also like to point out that our existing Zoning Ordinance prohibits junk yards within our corporate limits, however, due to the fact that Mr. Dagley has been allowed to operate since 1952 Iconclude that we have an undesirable situation. Listed below are building permits issued during the month of May, 1969: Location Work Authorized 323 Atlantic Boulevard Rebuild partitions . 190 Club Drive Chain link fence . 386 Sargo Road Close in carport. 477 Sailfish Drive Construct storage room. 328 - 10th Street Kitchen cabinets, tile bath, floor tile, etc. • CITY OF , , , ti IrmINIIIININIIINUI/ 8"11111/1111111MBIENIIIIIIIIIINIMIIIIIINIIIIMIIIMMINIM City Manager ' s Report to City Commission Page #3 June 20, 1969 Building Permits Continued - Location Work Authorized 331 Ahern Street Patch leak in built-up roof. 299 Atlantic Blvd. Seal awning and face brick with 3/4 inch paneling. 465 East Coast Drive Reroof. 364 - 7th Street Install additional door in house and construct porch. 349 - 10th St. Install 70' Fence. 1055 Seminole Rd. Swimming Pool. 654 Ocean Blvd. Fence. 1144 East Coast Dr. Fence. 390 - 9th St. Close in 12 ' in front of carport. 448 Sailfish Dr. Replace doors, replace missing brick, repairs to roof, etc. 373-75-77-79 Ahern St. New 4-Unit Apartment. 386 - 9th St. Chain link fence. 343 - 11th St. Brick wall front of house. Respectfully submitted, /4---tt/ R. C. Vogel City Manager RCV/s RESOLUTION NO. 69-9 WHEREAS, the death of Frank Thompson, City Attorney, has created a vacancy in that office, and WHEREAS, Oliver C. Ball has been serving as Acting City Attorney during Mr. Thompson' s illness, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, that Oliver C . Ball be and he is hereby appointed City Attorney for the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida. * * * * * * Passed by the City Commission on June 23, 1969. Attest: OLce,Q_-0-42_ _ Adele S. Grage City Clerk (SEAL)