March 2015.pdfMarch 2015
Mar 9 City Commission Meeting 6:30 pm
Mar 12 Pension Board Meeting (North Conference Room) 6:30 pm
Mar 16 Code Enforcement Board Meeting 6 pm
Mar 17 Community Development Board Meeting 6 pm
Mar 23 City Commission Meeting 6: 30 pm
Mar 24 *Cultural Arts & Recreation Advisory Committee 6 pm
April 2015
Apr 9 Pension Board Meeting (North Conference Room) 6:30 pm
Apr 13 City Commission Meeting 6:30 pm
Apr 18 Town Hall Meeting (Chamber) 10 am to Noon
Apr 21 Community Development Board Meeting 6 pm
Apr 27 City Commission Meeting 6:30 pm
Apr 28 *Cultural Arts & Recreation Advisory Committee 6 pm
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CITY OFFICIALS
Carolyn Woods, Mayor
Mark Beckenbach, Mayor Pro-Tem
Maria Mark, Commissioner
Jonathan Daugherty, Commissioner
Jimmy Hill, Commissioner
Nelson Van Liere, City Manager
Donna Bartle, City Clerk
Meetings are held in the Commission Chamber unless otherwise indicated.
* These events will be held at Adele Grage Cultural Center, 716 Ocean Blvd.
ABET Presents…Blood Brothers
By Willy Russell
Directed by Dave Alan Thomas
March 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 and 29*, 2015
MUSICAL / The captivating and moving story of twin boys separated at birth, only to
be reunited by a twist of fate, and a mother’s haunting secret. “You’ve never seen
a musical like Blood Brothers. Every night of the week audiences stand and cheer.
See it for yourself and understand why” – The New York Times
Showtimes: Fri & Sat at 8:00pm | *Sundays at 2:00pm
For reservations: Visit www.abettheatre.com or call 249-7177
March 2015
Mar 4 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
Mar 8 Songwriters’ Concert – Adele Grage 6-8 pm
Mar 11 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
Mar 14 Wild Wonders – Dutton Island Preserve 1-2 pm
Mar 18 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
Mar 19 North Beaches Art Walk – Town Center & Adele Grage 5-9 pm
Mar 25 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
Mar 28 Wild Wonders – Dutton Island Preserve 1-2 pm
Mar 29 Acoustic Nights – Bull Park 6-8 pm
April 2015
Apr 1 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
Apr 4 Egg Hunt – Jordan Park 10 am to 1 pm
Apr 8 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
Apr 11 Wild Wonders – Dutton Island Preserve 1-2 pm
Apr 10-11 Shakespeare in the Park – Johansen Park
Apr 12 Songwriters’ Concert – Adele Grage 6-8 p
Apr 15 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
Apr 16 North Beaches Art Walk – Town Center & Adele Grage 5-9 pm
Apr 22 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
Apr 25 Wild Wonders – Dutton Island Preserve 1-2 pm
Apr 25 Arts in the Park – Johansen Park 10 am to 6 pm
Apr 26 Acoustic Nights – Bull Park 6-8 pm
Apr 29 Wednesday Market – Bull Park 3-6 pm
www.coab.us/recreation
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Spring Egg Hunt and Fun Day at Jordan Park ~ April 4th
10 am to 1 pm
Bring the little ones out to meet the Easter Bunny at beautiful Jordan Park on Saturday,
April 4th. Festivities begin at 10 am with an egg hunt for children ages 10 and under.
There will be lots of fun activities for the entire family including games, train rides and
free refreshments. For more information, call (904) 247-4038.
Atlantic Beach Ocean Rescue offers Junior
Lifeguard Program
The Atlantic Beach Junior lifeguard Program provides participants, ages 9 to 15, with
an introduction to water safety/rescue, first aid, and CPR/AED in a fun and challenging
environment. Each session runs for one week (Mon-Fri) from 9am-1pm. There is four
one-week-long sessions available during June and July. A timed 100 yard swim test
and a three minute water tread must be passed in order to be eligible for the program.
The swim test is given at Fletcher High School Pool on May 2nd and May 9th at 8am.
For more information, check the Atlantic Beach Website, or contact Lifeguard Captain
John Phillips at jphillips@coab.us
Police Department accepting applications for the 3rd
Citizens Police Academy
The Atlantic Beach Police Department is now accepting applications for the 3rd Citizens
Police Academy (CPA), scheduled to start on April 2nd. The class will meet every
Thursday evening through June 18th. Participants in the CPA get the opportunity to
explore different police topics each week, including crime scene investigations, firearms,
traffic stops, and community policing. There is a $25 registration fee which covers
administrative costs and provides each participant with a polo shirt. Don’t miss this
opportunity! Contact Sgt. Ed Peck for further information epeck@coab.us or stop
by the police department lobby to pick up an application packet.
CITY ELECTIONS
Primary Election - August 25, 2015
General Election (if run-off required) – November 3, 2015
OFFICES UP FOR ELECTION:
Mayor - Seat 1 (2-year term) – At large- Currently held by Carolyn Woods.
Commissioner - Seat 2 (4-year term)- District 1308 (Formerly 13H)- Currently held by
Maria Mark
Commissioner - Seat 3 (4-year term)- District 1307 (Formerly 13GS) - Currently
held by Mark Beckenbach.
QUALIFYING DATES:
Qualifying period begins at Noon on Monday, June 15, 2015 and will end at Noon on
Friday, June 19, 2015.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Visit the city’s website at www.coab.us/elections for more information and links to
the detailed election calendar, district map and Duval County precinct finder page.
Anyone interested in becoming a candidate should contact Donna Bartle, City Clerk at
(904) 247-5809.
Irrigation Days Change with Daylight Savings Time
Just a reminder – beginning Sunday, March 8, 2015 when Daylight Savings Time begins,
irrigation is allowed two days per week. Here are a few things to remember:
• Restrictions apply to private wells and pumps, ground or surface water and
water from your City meter.
• Water no more than one hour per zone.
• Water only when needed, and never between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Address Irrigation Days
Homes with odd-numbered addresses Wednesday and Saturday
Homes with even-numbered addresses Thursday and Sunday
Non-residential properties Tuesday and Friday
For more information on water conservation, go to www.FloridasWater.com.
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Dear Neighbors
Welcome to spring! As we all shake off our cabin fever and head to the
streets on our bikes, on foot, or by car to our many parks and great beach,
please be mindful that we all share responsibility for safe travels. Here are
a few helpful websites you may wish to visit: www.walkbiketoschool.org,
www.sharetheroadsafely.gov, and www.bicyclesafe.com.
our Charter Review Committee has been very diligent and spent quite a bit
of time completing a thorough review of our charter. A hearty thank you
to each of the committee members. The committee’s recommendations
are being discussed at a series of workshops and commission meetings.
Please check the City calendar and feel free to join in the conversation.
The final proposed revisions will appear on our August 2015 ballot for
your approval.
Discussions and research continue into whether creating a Community
Redevelopment Area (CRA), is the right choice for our long term Mayport
Corridor improvement plan. Generally, the CRA has a fairly long time
frame and guarantees the City’s commitment to the area to encourage
the private sector to also invest in and commit to this area. Part of this
process will include long term visioning that will also address how we will
design for bike and pedestrian safety.
Finally, as a part of Atlantic Beach’s focus on bike and pedestrian safety,
City staff will begin to discuss ways on how to make our streets safer
for both bicyclists and pedestrians. As a reminder, it is state law that
all vehicles must yield to pedestrians in the crosswalks. State law also
classifies bicycles as vehicles and requires they ride with traffic and obey
all vehicle laws and rules. Let’s all do our part to have safe streets.
Blessings to you and yours,
Carolyn Woods
BEAM Food Pantry and Thrift Shop
Now Open in Mayport
Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry (BEAM) has been helping
the beach communities for 30 years. BEAM’s mission is to help
families through emergencies and guide them to self sufficiency.
When families find themselves in need of assistance with
emergency food, utilities or rent payments, BEAM is there to help
In order to better serve the needs of beach residents, BEAM has recently opened a new food
pantry and thrift shop located at 1447 Mayport Road, Suite 6a (in the Mayport Square Plaza).
Hours of operation are Tuesday-Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. For more information on ways
BEAM can assist you and your family, visit their website at www.jaxbeam.org.