Item 12C - Resolution 15-15 - MarkRESOLUTION NO. 15-15
AGENDA ITEM #12C
NOVEMBER 9, 2015
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA HONORING
COMMISSIONER MARIA MARK FOR HER DISTINGUISHED PUBLIC
SERVICE
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2011, Maria Mark was elected to the City Commission and has served
the citizens of Atlantic Beach with distinction accomplishing many strategic priorities; and
WHEREAS, Maria Mark represented the citizens of Atlantic Beach in a forthright, honest and objective
manner; and
WHEREAS, Maria Mark is a strong community advocate and has served on numerous boards and
committees including Chairman of the MarshFest, member of the Leadership Jacksonville Class of 2014,
board member of Beaches Watch, and the St. Johns River Feny Task Force, all of which proved of great
benefit to the citizens of this community; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission recognizes what a valuable and important contribution Maria Mark
has made as a member of the City Commission and as a citizen of Atlantic Beach. With her help and
guidance, the citizens of Atlantic Beach have benefited greatly from the numerous projects and list of
accomplishments that were completed during her 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 6111 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, Maria Mark gave most generously of her 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 she 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 Maria Mark 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 ofNovember 2015.
Mitchell E. Reeves, Mayor
Jimmy Hill, Commissioner Jonathan Daugherty, Commissioner
John M. Stinson, Commissioner M. Blythe Waters, Commissioner