07-26-65 v CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA
COMMISSION MEETING
AGENDA
JULY 26, 1965
1. Call to order
2 . Invocation - Dr. W. P. Everson
3 . Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting, July 12, 1965.
4. Recognition of Visitors.
5. Utilities Study - Beaches Area (Mr Weldon and Mr. Moore) .
6. Report from Advisory Planning Board:
(a) Keith rezoning
(b) Perry s request to operate Nursery Sc Kindergarten
(c) Clarification of attitude re West limitation
Residence C Zones
7 . Correspondence:
(a) State Board of Health 7/12/65 - Preparation for
Storms, etc.
8 . Ordinances:
(a) For second reading, Ordinance Amending Personnel
Ordinance #50-61-1
(b) For second reading, Ordinance Amending Building
Code Ordinance #25-59-1
(c) For first reading, Ordinance Amending 1965 Budget
9. Building Permit - Sign at 270 Mayport Road
10. Committee Report on possible conflict between existing
Ordinance requiring $100. 00 liability deposit by major
contractors and Building Code requirement that con-
tractors be bonded: (Mr. Thompson and Mr,. Craig)
11. Committee Report on Pic N Save garbage fee. (Mr. Craig and
Mr . Hilliard)
12. Refund on Excess Water Overcharge - Joan Smith - $16.88 -
Account #181 .
13 _ Fire & Police Chief
14. City Manager
15, Commissioners
16 . Adjournment
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC BEACH CITY
COMMISSION HELD AT THE CITY HALL ON MONDAY, JULY 26TH, 1965
AT 8 P.M.
Present:
George R. Olsen
Donald L. Goodling
Walter J. Parks, Jr. , Commissioners
and
Frank Thompson, City Attorney
Arthur J. Craig, City Manager
Adele S. Grage, City Clerk
Absent: Chas. R. Moore (ill)
John W. Weldon, (out of City)
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor-Commissioner,
Mr. Olsen.
The invocation was given by Dr. W.P. Everson, Pastor of the First
Baptist Church, Jacksonville Beach.
Mr. Olsen called for any additions or corrections to the minutes
of July 12th, 1965. Mr. Goodling requested that on page #2 of
the Finance Committee ' s report that the amounts be changed to
read:
Acct.#210 - $500.00 Acct.#1009 - $1, 700.00
Acct#710 - 1200.00 Acct.#1050 - 5, 000.00
Acct.#904 - 500.00
which will make a total reduction in 1965 Budget of $8, 900.00.
There being no further corrections or additions Mr. Olsen de-
clared the minutes approved as written with above correction.
Mr. Olsen recognized visitors present and called for any business
from the floor not on the agenda.
Mr. Louis Stuart appeared on behalf of the property owners on
Atlantic Blvd. and vicinity protesting the contemplated 4 lane
overpass at Mayport Rd. He advised they are circulating petition
and feel that something should be done before the plans reach a
final stage. Mr. Olsen advised that the Commission is interested
and keeping in touch and will advise the property owners through
Mr. Stuart of any information received. Also requested that they
turn in their petition when ready.
Mr. Olsen called for any further business from the floor. There
was none.
As to the Utilities Study- Beaches Area, Mr. Parks moved that a
report on same be deferred until Commissioners Weldon and Moore
are present, seconded by Mr. Goodling and carried.
Minutes 7-26-65, Page #2
Minutes of the Advisory Planning Board meeting of July 21, 1965
were received and read by Mr. Olsen. The Board recommended that
Mrs. Frank Keith 's application to rezone her Lots 3, 5, 7, Bleck 9
from Residence "B" to Residence "C" be approved due to fact that
one 8 unit apartment would enhance the community more favorably
than would 3 small duplexes. There was a discussion following
which Mr. Goodling moved that an ordinance be prepared covering
this rezoning for consideration at next meeting, seconded by
Mr. Parks and unanimously carried.
The Planning Board also recommended that the minumum living area
per residential unit in Residence "B" be increased from 750 sq.
ft. to 850 sq. ft. , and that the minimum living area for resi-
dences in Residence "D" be increased from 500 sq. ft. to 850 sq.
ft. There was discussion as to number of rooms in duplexes-
especially with reference to number of bedrooms. Mr. Potter ad-
vised that their recommendations covered total enclosed living
area. After further discussion Mr. Goodling moved that an ordi-
nance be drawn for first reading to include the recommendation
of the Planning Board regarding minimum living areas in Residence
"B" and Residence "D", sec onded by Mr. Parks and unanimously
carried.
The Planning Board recommended that on the application of Mr. &
Mrs. C.S. Perry to operate a Day Nursery School at 390 Mayport
Rd. that it be denied as it is inconsistent with Business "A"
purposes as defined in existing ordinance. Mr. Craig advised
that in view of the fact that the building has existed in this
location since 1948 of adequate size for the proposed nursery
school and there is access from W. 4th St. he would suggest ap-
pointing a committee to study further and bring recommendation
to next meeting. Mrs. Perry who was present advised that there
is also another lot adjoining which they have, and she feels
there is a need for a nursery school in this vicinity. Mr. Olsen
appointed a committee of City Manager Craig and Commissioners
Weldon and Goodling to study further and report to next meeting.
The Planning Board recommended that the Beaches Committee of 100
be advised of the location and boundaries of land zoned "Indus-
trial" lying within Atlantic Beach and the availability of water,
sewerage, fire and police protection. This will be done.
The Commission requested the Planning Board to make recommenda-
tion in report form as to limitation of Residence "C" zone in
a westerly direction.
A letter was read from the State Board of Health as to a check
list which was attached covering items for hurricane preparedness,.
We have checked the list and it is ready to return to the State
Minutes 7-26-65, Page #3
Board of Health as requested. Mr. Craig advised that we check
out very satisfactori}.y on the check list, and that we have a
good supply of plastic sandbags on hand in good condition, and
we can easily have stock of sand available to fill them.
Mr. Olsen advised that he had talked to Mr. Weatherford of Civil
Defense Office and that we should get the OEP money sometime in
August, but do not know when the final audit by government audi-
tor will be made. We have been advised that report has been
sent to Tallahassee approving payment to us.
Ordinance 050-65-3 was presented and read in full. Notice of
Public Hearing on this ordinance was posted in line with charter
requirements. Said Ordinance amends Personnel Ordinance #50-61-1
as regards holidays, salary schedules, and qualifications for
police chief and fire chief. Mr. Olsen declared the meeting in
session for Public Hearing on said Ordinance. Mrs. Frank Koerber
stated that on Section 4- qualifications for Fire Chief- the last
sentence weakens the qualifications and sounds like most anyone
could walk in and get the job. Mr. Olsen stated that it places
the sole responsibility on the City Commission and the Commiss-
ion's attitude is to strive for the qualifications as listed,
but can waive or modify is necessary. Mr. Parks added that a-
nother angle is that if an individual holding one or 1'' h posi-
tions should become incapacitated that the Commission would not
be hemmed in by too much legal rigidity or have to cut a lot of
red tape to continue authority. Not the idea of the Commission
to weaken qualifications, but adverse to finding itself in ',ac'
position under adverse circumstances. Mrs. Koerber advised she
could see their point. Mr. Parks inquired if the 8 holidays were
in agreement with those recognized by the other two beach munici-
palities, and it was advised that they were. Mr. Goodling advis-
ed he is in favor of the ordinance as proposed. There being no
further discussion Mr. Olsen declared the Public Hearing closed.
Whereupon Mr. Parks moved that Ordinance 50-65-3 be adopted on
second and final reading, seconded by Mr. Goodling and unanimous-
ly carried.
Mr. Olsen presented Ordinance #25-65-5 adopting the 1965 edit ' on
of the Southern Standard Building Code with amendments and amend-
ing Ordinance 25-59-1 and read same in full. Notice of Public
Hearing on said ordinance was posted in line with requirements
of charter. Mr. Olsen then declared the meeting in session for
Public Hearing on Ordinance *25-65-5. Mr. Parks questioned two
things: (1) under Section 1701. 3-Foundation Wall Vents - the last
sentence says openings shall be screened with not more than 1/2"
mesh galvanized hardware cloth. Is this a departure or would 1/4"
be better. Mr. Craig advised that this series of requirements
Minutes 7-26-65, Page #4
appeared to be inadvertently omitted so he had copied them from
the previous building code. (2) Under Paragraph (b) Clearance,
thinks 18" crawl space too little, thinks FHA minimum is 20" Cr
24" . Mr. Hilliard advised that at building school they were
told it was 18" minimum. There was further discussion of these
points during which Mr. Thompson advised they could amend the
Ordinance to read 1/4" instead of 1/2" mesh, then pass the Ordi-
nance as amended. There being no further discussion Mr. Olsen
declared the Public Hearing closed. Mr. Parks then moved that
under Section II, Paragraph D Section 1701. 3 (a) FOUNDATION WALL
VENTS that the last sentence be chrrned to -redd"Such openings
shall be screened with galvanized hardware cloth having an open-
ing or mesh no greater than one-quarter (1/4) inch square. ", sec-
onded by Mr. Goodling and unanimously carried. Whereupon Mr.
Parks moved that Ordinance #25-65-5 as amended be adopted on
second and final reading, seconded by Mr. Goodling and the call
vote was
Aye: Goodling, Parks, Olsen
Nay: None
Absent: Moore, Weldon
Mr. Olsen declared the motion carried and Ordinance #25-65-5
adopted on second and final reading.
An Ordinance amending Ordinance #20-64-8 covering the Budget for
year 1965 was presented in full in writing. Said ordinance
changes certain accounts thus bringing into balance the 1965
budget. Mr. Goodling moved that said Ordinance be passed by
title only on first reading, with Public Hearing set for August
9, 1965 at 8 P.M. , seconded by Mr. Parks and unanimously carried.
Mr. Craig presented an application for a sign at Raymond' s Lock-
er place at 270 Mayport Rd. Mr. Craig advised that it is a
ground sign not on the Mayport Rd. right-of-way and that it meets
requirements and he would recommend approval. Mr. Parks moved
that the permit for sign be approved, seconded by Mr. Goodling
and unanimously carried.
Mr. Olsen suggested that a study be made pursuant to erection
of billboards and signs anywhere within the City. It was agreed
that since we are going to have a new highway we should now estab-
lish regulations and control of this matter. The City Attorney
was asked to prepare an ordinance for study establishing regula-
tions and control of billboards and signs.
Mr. Thompson reported that there is no conflict between the re-
quirements for contractor's bonds in the Southern Standard Build-
ing Code and our Ordinance 425-60-2 providing $100. 00 deposit
against public property damage. They deal with different subjects
Minutes 7-26-65, Page #5
Mr. Goodling advised that they have no report at this time on
the Pic N' Save garbage fee, but will submit one at the next
meeting.
Mrs. Grage requested approval of refund of $16.88 on water ac-
count #181 Raymond M. & Joan Smith as Mr. Smith paid the excess
water bill under protest, and when we checked the meter this
quarter it was found that the meter was "running away". Mr.
Hilliard advised that the meter had been checked out in our shop
and found to be operating wildly and has been sent back to the
factory. Mr. Parks moved that the refund be approved, seconded
by Mr. Goodling and following discussion the motion was unani-
mously carried.
Chief Vogel presented report for the month of June, 1965 for the
Public Safety Department which was received for information and
filing. He also presented copies of dockets for municipal court
on July 19th and July 26th, 1965. Chief Vogel reported on the
Clint Walker case as it consumed most of the court time to-day.
He was found guilty of illegally parking cars and illegally stor-
ing a refrigerator out of doors; and also of operating a restau-
rant without license, but this was dismissed as Mr. Walker has
secured. State Board permit and license for the restaurant opera-
tion, on which our issuing a license depends. Chief Vogel wished
to go on record as thanking the City crews for their able and
adequate assistance in fire fighting operations the week of July
4th. Their having had training it makes our fire department
equivalent to 15 or 20 men and their assistance is greatly appre-
ciated. The Chief advised that he will study the book "Fire
Fighting Procedures" and give a report at the next meeting.
The City Manager's report was presented in writing and a copy of
same is attached to these minutes and made a part hereof. The
various items on the report were discussed. Mr. Craig advised
that he had to-day received a letter with minutes from the State
Road Department Board advising that the temporary speed limit had
been set on Mayport Rd. as 35 MPH inside the City limits and
45 Miles per hour north of Church Rd.
Mr. Olsen asked about use of ball park and how we stood budget-
wise on the lighting. We will have figures ready by the next
meeting. Mr. Craig advised that the first month it seemed to
run about $8.00 per night, then about $10.00 per night the next
month. There was also discussion of our electric franchise with
the City of Jacksonville and it was consensus of opinion that it
would be in order to discuss same with the proper officials
in Jacksonville and determine their thinking on the matter,
with the idea of securing increased benefits to consumer and City ,
Minutes 7-2665, Page # 6
Mrs. Grage advised that she had received a call from Supervisor
of Registration Mallard ' s office inquiring if we wished the
County to handle our election this Fall. She advised them it
was her understanding that the Commission did not think there
was enough time to make any change for this year's election, but
that we would like to use County voting machines. We are check-
ing the registration roll to delete those who are deceased or
those that have moved from the City.
There being no further business Mr. Goodling moved adjournment,
seconded by Mr. Parks and carried. Whereupon Mr. Olsen de-
clared the meeting adjourned.
eeorge(. 01 en, Mayor-
Commissioner
Attest:
Adele S. Grage, City Cl k
SURMA
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ADVIINIRT MUMS SIM FOR 1n CITY OF AllanSUCH, PIA.
JULY 21, 1965
The regal= assthly meeting of the Aslaatis fsaei Advisory Flaraiss loo d
miss bold at the City Keil at 7:30 P.K. as Iledanday. July 21, iNNS.
Presents Mabel Marvin. Alae Potters City Commissioner John Walden,
and City Meager A. J. Craig.
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Aiini
A lettere MM reeaived from tees. faith ue: property ma Eighth
Kt. Hrs. Keith's latter nes eaeaspssied by signatures frau
asig hborstb• majorityof whom rears in favor of re•sosia►g.
Mire. teigi requested that her property be reusaaed free the
existing tesidasee 11`a duplex to Residence "C". It is the re-
easardatteh of this Icard that the applicatiss be approved
ins to the fact that one eight-wait apastaest project asuld
sshasse the +ssnem ity more favorably than would three small
duplexes (olabt-alit arortiom t project is its as#aer allowed
order the sew spoirtmeat s ales).
Walla OF riKtlhz "' m mum
It ii the reeemeandation of the Plate beard that the malars
living area per resideetial unit within residents "5" (Duplex)
hese israreased from 750 square ft. to 8S0 sop re ft. This slain=
will be coasisteat with the $56 square fart allowable for two
hsiirreare aprretsents isda r on Residence "C" sun*.
AffaMILS.-.! t e
It is the recammealatiam of the Planning Board that the *Anima"
lisigg area far s'asidesseea is Residence 'x D" taming be iarvNsed
free the existing $iN "ware ft. to 850 square ft. This new
.ini.rme area will be 'assistant with the above wee eememi ettehs
for lhaidasae "V and will be consisteht with the misting
requirements far two bedroom aportments in Restdesse "C".
The Plausing mrd seriamely doubts whether family bandit
as presently ail archer Residsrwss "D" (500 sq. ft.) can in
may rty ssorfrerLs to the betterment of Atlantic teach.
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itinutes - Atlantis beacb, Via. , Itivisery Plassimg Beard
Psis
July 11, 1945
MAIRASILIala.nal
A lettering, resotwed AresiMr. aid Mrs. C. S. Petry of 390
Waypart Mead, raimestiagmarlemee Ls seeing from omistimg
business 14" to anew eiestesstian amd operotice of a day Mader*
Garton at the obese address. It is the recommendatlea of the
Advisory Plemaimg beard that this epplicaties be deckled, because
it is Inseesistmet with imslmome 14" purposes as (teamed in mils-
tins ardlummees.
ANIZUALMIK
it is recommended by the flammieg board that the UMW Committee
of 100 be advised of the dos and howniarles of lamd mooed
imdmotttal lying with*** Atlantis leash and the aralisbility of
meter, $ewerage, fire awl police pretestion.
sootlagedamerned.
Sampestfmtly sehmitted„
Alan W. Potter
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
July 26, 1965
1. Regarding Electrical difficulties in connection with Nater and
Sewerage systems I have to report: During recent months we have had
several occasions of damage to pumps electrical control instruments
due to power surges occasioned by lightning. In each case repairs
were accomplished as soon as possible, and the cost thereof reimbursed
to the City by our Insurors . These occasional damages led to
consultations with engineers of the Jacksonville Electrical Department
who have improved the Lightning Arrester equipment of the primary
circuits which furnish power to our several units. And, upon their
recommendation I have directed that arresters be installed on all of
our three-phase electrical services: Water Plant; Sewage Treatment Plant,
and all Lift Stations . The type of Lightning Arresters suggested by
Mr. Thompson of Nelson Electric Company, were heartily approved by Mr.
Louis Gittings, Assistant Superintendent, Electric System Operation.
They are in process of installation at estimated cost of $35. 00 for labor and
material, for each unit.
2 . The six hundred-odd feet of 6 inch Asbestos Cement Water Main which
was urgently requested last winter by residents on Main Street, has been
installed. The fire hydrant at it ' s northern extremity, Kestner Road,
May improve the fire insurance status of the numerous residents in that
vicinity. And, in view of the recent requests for information regarding
cost of water services, we anticipate early cut-on of all who initially
asked for this water main extension. In addition to the Main Street
water line, we have extended two inch water lines, and immediately
installed the requested services, on West 2nd Street, on Robert Street,
and on George Street.
3 . Regarding the access stairs to the Beach at Street Ends, it is
quite satisfying to see that no damage has resulted, to-date, from
wave action; and incidentally the recent beach restoration by summer
tide and wave action has afforded additional protection to the seaward
ends of these stairways.
4. The summer recreation and baseball programs have been basically
satisfactory. Little League baseball completed their season by play-off
of a rained out game on Sunday evening, July 18th. The Colored Little
League have played on four Monday nights and they appear to be very
appreciative of this opportunity. In addition,we have recently
authorized two practice games played by teams of the Beaches Junior
Major League. We anticipate early resumption of last year ' s program
of summer night training for Football. Mr. Robert Miller stated that he
will be responsible for this athletic effort but has not yet stated the
prospective date of beginning.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
July 26, 1965
Page #2
The daytime recreation activities in vicinity of Ball Park, under
direction of Mr. Billy Harth, have been handicapped by rainy weather;
and it appears that the School Recreation Program has attracted
numerous youngsters who may return to our recreation area about
August 1st when the School activity terminates.
5 . The Lot Clearing program, initiated by Resolution No. 65-18, of
May 24, 1965, and specifying over eighty lots, or parcels to be
cleared, has resulted in 35 being cleared to-date. Of these 23 were
cleared by City Crew at owner ' s request with promise of early payment.
Having accomplished installation of certain water mains as noted
above, and having devoted most of labor force to pick-up of trash
during past week, we hope to resume lot-clearing at an early date
with costs thereof to be chargeable to properties involved.
Respectfully submitted,
A. J. Crai
City Manag r