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02-27-78 v AGENDA CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA February 27, 1978 Call to Order Invocation and Pledge to Flag 1. Approval of the minutes of February 13, 1978 2. Recognition of Visitors 3. Correspondence A. Contribution to USO B. Contribution to American LungAssociation C. Request for Tree Permits from George Bull, Sr. 4. City Manager's Report 5. Unfinished Business A. Mr. Andresen - Advisory Planning Board Recommendation Re Pet Cemetery, Office Building, Storage Building and Security Trailer B. Acting City Manager - Letter to Dickerson, Inc. , Re EDA Project C. Mr. Parks - Clarification of Letter Concerning French Drains; EDA Project D. P.U.D. Public Hearing - Lots 8 & 9, Block 34 (Construction of six units) - Mr. Mike Ash 6. Report of Committees A. Tennis Courts 7. Action on Resolutions A. Resolution #78-2 - Windstorm Insurance 8. Action on Ordinances A. Ordinance No. 20-78-33 - Uniform Governmental Accounting System for Local Units of Government - Second Reading 9. Miscellaneous Business A. Mrs. Dorothy S. Oden - P.U.D. Application - Duplex on Lot 9, Block 9 B. Mr. R. Hilliard - Purchase of Truck Radio 10. Adjourn Copies to Advisory Planning Board MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC BEACH CITY COMMISSION HELD AT THE CITY V V HALL ON FEBRUARY 27, 1978 O O T T PRESENT: William S. Howell, Mayor-Commissioner E E Alan C. Jensen D D Catherine G. Van Ness, Commissioners AND: Paul R. Steckla, Acting City Manager M S Oliver C. Ball, City Attorney O E Adelaide R. Tucker, City Clerk T C ABSENT: James E. Mhoon I 0 Y L. W. Minton, Jr. , Commissioners NAME OF O N E N R. C. Vogel, City Manager COMMRS. N D S 0 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Howell. The invocation, offered by Commissioner Van Ness, was followed by the pledge to the flag. Approval of the minutes of February 13, 1978 Jensen x x Motion: The minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting Van Ness x x of February 13, 1978, be approved as submitted. Howell x * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Recognition of Visitors The chair recognized Mr. George Bull, Sr. , who stated he desired to petition the Commission to reconsider and rescind a decision made at the previous meeting of February 13, 1978, that no further building permits would be issued or water cut-ins made in Selva Marina Units 10 and 11. The Mayor asserted that the City's concern in the matter involved the right of ingress and egress for the purpose of reading meters, etc. He further noted that it was now his understanding that copies of the proposed plats have been recorded along with those lots that have been deeded to various persons and are on the public records, although not officially recorded in a plat book and page due to unpaid taxes. Mr. Bull informed the Commission that all taxes had been handled in the same manner as Unit 9 and was a continuation of the same policy brought about by the refusal of the tax collector to give a cut-out of the tax assess- ment of the property in question when the title changes hands. Mr. Bull further explained that at the time he paid the taxes on Unit 9 and most of Unit 11, the tax collector, for some unknown reason, failed to include previous bills due the City of Atlantic Beach. Mr. Bull added that he paid the taxes due to the City for Unit 9 approximately ten days previously. Mayor Howell requested an opinion from the City Attorney and Mr. Ball advised that he had searched the statutes and informed the Commission it is not prohibitive to issue permits on property with unpaid taxes. He further expressed the view that the home owner or developer still has a tax lien on the property in question and suggested that the City may want to enforce a lien against these owners. Mr. Bull reminded Mr. Ball that, as in the case of Unit 9, monies have been escrowed with a title insurance company whereby they are insuring titles against unpaid taxes for years subsequent to 1977. Page Two V V Minutes Names of February 27, 1978 Commrs. MS Y N Commissioner Van Ness suggested the water meters be discussed before a motion was placed on the floor and Mayor Howell inferred that plans were shown at the last meeting of some water meters in Unit 10 that were located on private property, installed by the contractor, and paid for by Mr. Bull. The Mayor suggested that water cut-ins be allowed if the property owners agree to bear the expense of relocating the meters on public property or on a strip which would provide ingress and egress to the City. Motion: Issuance of permits will be allowed as long as the City of Atlantic Beach 's Jensen x x position is protected in regards to Van Ness x x the taxes, and that all new property Howell x owners clearly understand that in instances where water meters are already placed on private property that the property owner will bear all expense to relocate the meters to public property and/or on a dedicated easement. Future water cut-in will be made when meters are so located. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Correspondence A. Contributions to USO Mayor Howell advised the Commission of the annual contribution due to the USO, in the amount of $500. This contribution was made possible in 1959 by a special act of the State Legislature which authorized cities to contribute an amount not to exceed $500 to be used solely for the Beaches USO. Motion: Approve a contribution to the USO, in Jensen x x the amount of $500. Van Ness x x * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Howell x B. Contribution to American Lung Association The chair stated that no contribution had been made to the Lung Association since 1973. The item was dropped for lack of a motion. C. Requests for Tree Permits - Mr. George Bull, Sr. Mr. Paul Steckla reported that Mr. Bull had applied for two tree permits last week, but in view of the possible litigation against Mr. Bull (meeting of February 13, 1978), he observed that the Commission should be aware of the matter. An over-all layout map showing Mr. Bull 's intentions on clearing the property in question was presented to the Commission. One permit involves the so-called "commercial" strip, formerly a part of the original plat of Unit 11. Page Three V V Minutes Names of February 27, 1978 Commr's. MS Y N r Correspondence - Cont'd The other permit concerns the extension of streets to the north of Saturiba Drive (Sherry and Live Oak), Selva Marina Drive and 19th Street. The chair recognized Mr. George Bull, who stated the "commercial strip" was cleared to be used as a disposal area for debris in clearing other sites and streets. Mr. Bull apologetically remarked that he had not given the tree ordinance a thought, due to the type of undergrowth which was removed and that the few cleared trees were located on building sites. He further stated his action was an oversight on his part and offered an apology (noted on his permit application). The Mayor inquired if the Commission had any discussion and Commissioner Jensen queried Mr. Bull as to the reason why he had cleared the so-called commercial strip for a disposal area when it was not necessary in other units, and the latter responded that it was not necessary to have a disposal area in the other units as rubbish was burned on the site. The question was then asked of Mr. Bull as to what building zone was he referring to that was cleared, as no plans have been submitted to the Commission. Mr. Bull explained that at the time he was thinking of the building restriction lines, and did not think at the time the tree sizes were in violation. Commissioner Jensen expressed the view that he would never vote for the approval of the permit on the "commercial strip". After a short discussion, the decision was made to pass the item over until the next meeting when a full Commission would be present. City Manager's Report Mayor Howell read a letter from Mr. Vogel (who was still ill at home) which stated the latter requested to be placed on retirement effective March 23, 1978. The Mayor mentioned this date would be a terminatior of 14 years with the City. Motion: Mr. R. C. Vogel, City Manager, be Jensen x x placed on retirement, effective Van Ness x x March 23, 1978. Howell x * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Unfinished Business A. Mr. Andresen - Advisory Planning Board Recommendation Mr. Andresen reported to the Commission that the Advisory Planning Board recommended approval of the Planned Unit Development applica- tion for a pet cemetery, office building, storage building, and a temporary maintenance trailer. Jensen x x Motion: Accept the recommendation of the Planning Van Ness x x Board and pass the PUD application for a Howell x Public Hearing to be held on March 27, 1978, at 8:00 PM. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Page Four V V Minutes Names of February 27, 1978 Commr's. M S Y N Unfinished Business - Cont 'd B. Acting City Manager - Letter to Dickerson, Inc. - E. D. A. The Mayor read a letter to Dickerson, Inc. , which stated in essence that the City will accept the work associated with the paving and drainage of all streets in Saltair Subdivision, Section 3, with certain exceptions, and based on satisfaction of several requirements by the contractor. Mr. Parks commented that this arrangement should allow some of the contractors waiting to begin construction to proceed as soon as certain streets have been accepted by the Commission. He also indicated that builders would be required to take precautionary measures to prevent damage to the swales located along each side of the streets. Motion: Authorize the Mayor to sign the letter Jensen x x to Dickerson, Inc. , re acceptance of Van Ness x x a portion of the work. Howell x * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * C. Mr. Parks - Clarification of Letter Concerning French Drains Mr. Parks acknowledged receipt of a letter from Mr. Oscar G. Rawls concerning construction of French drains. Mr. Parks explained the important thing is that the work be completed before November 20, 1978, and that the beginning date is not important. D. P.U.D. Public Hearing - Lots 8 & 9, Block 34 Mayor Howell advised the audience that a public hearing was now open on a Planned Unit Development application by Mr. Mike Ash to construct six units on Lots 8 and 9, Block 34 (Ocean Boulevard and Ahern Street ) and invited the audience to examine the plans and offer comments from the floor. As no one spoke for or against, Mayor Howell declared the Public Hearing closed. Jensen x x Van Ness x x Motion: Pass the PUD application of Mr. Mike Ash Howell x * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Report of Committees A. Tennis Courts Commissioner Van Ness requested this item be passed over until the next meeting. Commission agreed. Action on Resolutions A. Resolution #78-2 - Windstorm Insurance Mayor Howell presented and read in full Resolution #78-2, a Page Five V V Minutes Names of February 27, 1978 Commrs. M S Y N Action on Resolutions - Cont 'd Resolution recognizing the public need for windstorm insurance and agreeing that the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida, will take whatevez action it deems necessary to participate in the Florida Windstorm Underwriting Association. Motion: Passage of said Resolution #78-2. Jensen x x Copy of Resolution #78-2 is attached Van Ness x x hereto and made a part hereof. Howell x * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Action on Ordinances A. Ordinance No. 20-78-33 - Uniform Governmental Accounting System for Local Units of Government - Second Reading Ordinance No. 20-78-33 was presented in full, in writing, and read by title only on second reading. Jensen x x Motion: Said Ordinance No. 20-78-33 be passed Van Ness x x on second reading by title only. Howell x * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Public Hearing to be held on March 13, 1978. Miscellaneous Business A. Mrs. Dorothy S. Oden - P.U.D. Application Mayor Howell explained that Mrs. Dorothy S. Oden had submitted a Planned Unit application for a zoning variance to construct a duplex on Lot 9, Block 9, located on 8th Street. He pointed out that duplex or multiple dwellings are located in the vicinity of her residence. Jensen x x Motion: Application be approved and referred to the Van Ness x x Planning Board. Howell x * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * B. Mr. R. Hilliard - Purchase of Truck Radio The chair acknowledged a request from Mr. Hilliard to purchase a combination walkie-talkie radio, in the amount of $824.00, for his truck, and to install the one he is presently using in one of the fire trucks. It was suggested this item be passed over until the next meeting. Commission agreed. Commissioner Van Ness inquired as to what else could be done about the yards being torn up by vehicles. Chief Stucki advised the Commission that he had placed a unit in the Selva Marina area for that purpose. Page Six V V Minutes Names of February 27, 1978 Commrs . M S Y N Mayor Howell advised the Commission that he was calling a Special Meeting on March 6, 1978, at 7:30 P.M. , to discuss the 201 Sewer project and the EDA project (two bad sections of road), along with any other business that may come before the City Commission. There being no further business, Mayor Howell declared the meeting adjourned. 71& Willia S. Howell, Ma or-Commissioner (SEAL) ATTEST: Adelaide R. Tucker, City Clerk RESOLUTION #78-2 A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE PUBLIC NEED FOR WINDSTORM INSURANCE AND AGREEING THAT THE CI7 Y OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, WILL TAKE WHATEVER ACTION IT DEEMS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FLORIDA "INDSTORM UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION. WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida, has had brought to its attention by local insurance agents the impossibility of obtaining windstorm insurance on properties within its boundaries, located within 1,000 feet of the Atlantic Ocean, and WHEREAS, said Commission recognizes the need for windstorm insurance for protection of the public, and hereby desires participation in the Florida Windstorm Underwriting Association, and WHEREAS, said Commission recognizes that all properties within its boundaries are subject to the hazards of windstorms, and especially hurricanes, and WHEREAS, said Commission recognizes the importance of tourism to the area, especially as represented by the development of the beach area within its boundaries, and WHEREAS, said Commission recognizes the unavailability of windstorm insuran-'e is deterring, and will increasingly deter the local economy by hindering the further development of the beach area, and WHEREAS, said Commission enforces within its boundaries the Southern Standard Building Code and minimum floor elevations, as required by the Flood Insurance Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida: That the Honorable William Gunter, Insurance Commissioner of the State of Florida, is hereby urged to authorize the participation in the Florida Windstorm Underwriting Association of the County of Duval, Florida, with the least possible delay. * * * * * * * * * * Passed by the City Commission on February 27 1978. ATTEST: /7, tiC//�'G4._ Adelaide R. Tucker, City Clerk (SEAL)