Item 12B - Resolution 15-14 - BeckenbachRESOLUTION NO§ 15-14
AGENDA ITEM #12B
NOVEMBER 9, 2015
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA HONORING
COMMISSIONER MARK BECKENBACH FOR IDS DISTINGUISHED PUBLIC
SERVICE
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2011, Mark Beckenbach was elected to the City Commission and has
served the citizens of Atlantic Beach with distinction accomplishing many strategic priorities; and
WHEREAS, Mark Beckenbach represented the citizens of Atlantic Beach in a forthright, honest and
objective manner; aoo
WHEREAS, the City Commission recognizes what a valuable and impm1ant contribution Mark
Beckenbach has made as a member of the City Commission and as a citizen of Atlantic Beach; and
WHEREAS, with Mark Beckenbaclt 's help and guidance, the citizens of Atlantic Beach have benefited
greatly from the numerous projects and list of accomplishments that were completed during his tenure.
These include; renovation and expansion of Rose Park, passage of the Human Rights Ordinance, update of
the City's Tree Ordinance, completion of the Charter Review, videotaping of City Commission meetings,
expansion of the River Branch Preserve, completion of the 6th Street Marsh Overlook, construction of a new
water reuse facility, annexation of the Atlantic Beach Country Club, settlement of tipping fees with the City
of Jacksonville, and numerous drainage improvement projects; and
WHEREAS, Mark Beckenbach gave most generously of his time, talents, and energy to preserve the
character and quality of life in Atlantic Beach for the benefit of all the citizens and the influence that he had
upon the development in this City and the gracious residential atmosphere its citizens enjoy is apparent to all.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida,
hereby expresses its deep appreciation for the dedicated service and contributions of Mark Beckenbach and
on behalf of the citizens of Atlantic Beach extend heartfelt gratitude and best wishes for continued success
and happiness in the future.
ADOPTED by the City Commission of Atlantic Beach, Florida, this 9th day of November 2015.
Mitchell E. Reeves, Mayor
Jimmy Hill, Commissioner Jonathan Daugherty, Commissioner
John M. Stinson, Commissioner M. Blythe Waters, Commissioner