09-12-66 v CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
COMMISSION MEETING
September 12, 1966
AGENDA
1. Call to Order.
2. Invocation.
3. Approval of Minutes - August 22, 1966.
4. ReCognition of Visitors.
5. Call for Bids:
(a) Painting City Hall
6. Reports:
(a) Committee - Fire Hose.
(b) Liaison Committee on Recreation.
7. Request for Rezoning - Bratcher
BLOCKS 64, 65, 66 - Sec. H.
8. Resolution #66-13 - Transfer funds to Sewer Chemical
Account.
9. Tax Roll 1966:
(a) Report of City Treasurer - 6. 2 Millage
(b) Approval balance due Tax Assessor.
10. Certificates of Convenience & Necessity - RENEWALS -
Beach Yellow Cab Co. , Beaches Cab Service and
Poor Boy 's Cab Co.
11. Letter - Interact Club Ad.
12. Approval expenditures from Account 1502 - Maintenance of
Reservoir $40.07.
13. Approval expenses Hilliard to Building Code Workshop
November 13-17 , 1966 - $250. 00.
14. Fire and Police Chief - Report and Dockets.
15. City Manager.
16. Commissioners.
17 . Adjourn.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC BEACH CITY COMMISSION
HELD AT CITY HALL ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1966 AT 8:00 P. M.
Present:
William S. Howell, Mayor-Commissioner
John W. Weldon
Donald L. Goodling
Louis C. Holloway, Jr.
Walter J. Parks, Jr., Commissioners
and
Frank Thompson, City Attorney
Murray H. Bennett, City Manager
Adele S. Grage, City Clerk
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor-Commissioner, Mr.
Howell.
The Invocation was given by Commissioner Parks.
Minutes of the meeting of August 22, 1966 were approved as
written upon motion of Mr. Goodling, seconded by Mr. Weldon
and carried.
Mayor Howell recognized visitors and called for business from the
floor not on the Agenda. A request for permit for sign to be
placed at Louie 's Bar on Atlantic Boulevard was presented. Mr.
Howell advised that the new sign ordinance rescinds provision for
Commission approval of signs in business zones; decision is in
hands of City Manager. Mr. Bennett advised the sign is 19 feet
high and back from State Road right-of-way, but he has not had
adequate time to completely study. Mr. Weldon suggested City
Manager take such time as may be necessary to approve or dis-
approve sign permit. No Commission action necessary.
Mr. Howell called for any further business from the floor.
There was none.
Mr. Howell recognized Municipal Judge A. H. Dunlop and advised
he has completed 10 years of service to the City this month.
Mr. Weldon moved that the Minutes reflect the public service
performed and indicate appreciation of the City Commission,
seconded by Mr. Parks and carried. Mr. Dunlop responded and
added he was surprised at low turnout at the meeting.
The City Manager presented the bids which were received for
painting of the City Hall. Sealed bids were not called for.
The low bid for complete job was from R. G. Strickland for
$610.00. Low bid for job less paint was by L. C. Hammond for
$480.00. Mr. Holloway feels bidder should furnish paint and
material, or otherwise we have no recourse. Mr. Howell asked if
there is enough budgeted funds to cover and it was ascertained
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there is not sufficient balance in that account. There was
further discussion as to wood needing replacement, also whether
to have wood and carpentry work done now and painting in next
budget. After discussion Mr. Parks moved in consideration of
the bids which have been received and the fact that present funds
in appropriate account are inadequate to even accommodate
awarding of low bid, that the bids be rejected and that the
City Manager be instructed to approach problem of replacing
faulty wooden items around structure by hiring a carpenter on
a per diem or per hour basis with the City furnishing necessary
materials for replacement and that the replaced items be primed -
even by City employee - pending a paint job in the spring,
seconded by Mr. Holloway and carried.
A report by the Committee on fire hose bids was presented by
Commissioner Holloway. Copy of report is attached to these
minutes and made a part thereof. They recommended that the low
bid of Jack Cocke Company, Inc. be accepted. Following discussion,
Mr. Weldon moved that the recommendation of the Committee be
accepted and the bid awarded to Jack Cocke Company, Inc. for
1, 000 feet of hose at a cost of $1, 389.00, seconded by Mr. Parks
and carried. It was brought out that there are available funds
in budgeted account to cover.
Mr. Holloway reported that he has in mind three men for the
Recreation Committee. He has contacted Messrs. William Fogg
and George Pharr and they have agreed to serve. He would like
Mr. Charles Bosch for third member. In discussion it was agreed
that the Committee would act in an advisory and recommending
capacity and it was requested that a Resolution be prepared by
next meeting specifying and clarifying their position and what
is expected of them. Mrs. Grage was asked to contact Mr.
Bosch. Mr. Holloway was thanked for his efforts to date and
requested to pursue to conclusion as discussed.
Mr. Howell advised that due to circumstances he had been unable
to meet today with Mr. Bratcher relative to the rezoning of his
property in Section H west of Mayport Road. It was agreed unless
there are reasons to justify doing otherwise, that Mr. Bratcher
submit formal application in normal procedure. Mr. Howell will
advise Mr. Bratcher to proceed with application.
Resolution #66-13 transferring $1,000.00 to Sewer Chemical
Account from Street Light Account in 1966 budget was read. Mr.
Parks moved adoption of Resolution, seconded by Mr. Holloway.
In discussion it was brought out that we are obligated for
portion of cost of the new mercury lights being put on in connec-
tion with extension of power line to north end of City, but it
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is probable work will not be completed until next year. If
necessary to pay this year can transfer from emergency fund. The
City Treasurer advised hurricane season not over so thought
better not to use emergency fund now. Mr. Parks explained
necessity for transferring fund was due to problem of digester
going sour and necessitating spending additional money for
hydrated lime rather than emptying digester and starting over.
Mr. Howell put the question and the motion carried. Copy of
Resolution *66-13 is attached to these minutes and made a part
thereof.
Mrs. Grage reported that the Tax Assessor has certified and
delivered the 1966 Tax Roll and duplicate to her. The total roll.
is $18, 804, 135.00 with $5, 321,440.00 exempt, leaving a taxable
roll of $13,482,695.00, and the millage for 1966 is 6.2. Last
year 's millage was 6.73. Mrs. Grage advised this is the 25th
Tax Roll she has helped prepare for the City.
Since the Tax Assessor 's bill had been approved for payment
of remaining $1200.00 on receipt of certified 1966 Roll by the
Treasurer, no further action by Commission is necessary. Mr.
Wildon noted there had only been two or three persons com-
plaining. One complainant represented two different owners.
Renewals of Certificates of Convenience and Necessity effective
for one year from September 1, 1966 were considered for:
Beach Yellow Cab Company
Beaches Cab Company
Poor Boy 's Cab Company
Mr. Weldon moved that Certificates of Convenience and Necessity
be renewed for the three cab companies as listed above for a one
year period, seconded by Mr. Parks and carried.
A letter was read from the Fletcher High School Interact Club
requesting the City to take an ad in the program for the Florida
State University Circus which they are sponsoring. The money is
to be used for an exchange student at Fletcher. Mr. Parks stated
that we appreciate the good purpose to which money is put but if we
act favorably on the request we set a precedent that puts us in
jeopardy with other groups, therefore he moved that we decline
request with regret as being contrary to policy of Commission,
seconded by Mr. Weldon and carried.
Approval was requested for expenses of Dick Hilliard to attend
the Building Code Workshop to be held in Memphis, Tennessee on
November 13-17, 1966, to be paid from the Commissioners ' Fund
not to exceed $250.00. Mr. Bennett recommended approval as he
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feels attendance at this workshop will provide information very
beneficial to the City. Mr. Goodling moved expenses as requested
be authorized for payment from Account #210, seconded by Mr.
Parks and carried.
Fire report for the month of July, 1966, and police reports
for the months of July and August, 1966, and Municipal Court
dockets for August 29th, September 6th, and September 12th,
1966, were received for information and filing.
Mr . Bennett reported that the Lot Cleaning program is 80%
finished; have placed posts on Main Street west of Milligan's
to stop traffic cutting through; meters are all checked out
except one 3 " meter on which we are awaiting parts; summer
recreational program and life guard services have been terminated,
and State Road Department has placed reflectors on both sides
of median on the Intracoastal Canal bridge, making it much
better at night.
Mr. Holloway inquired as to damages done to shrubs, etc. in
triangular park caused by accident at East Coast Drive and
Seminole Road and whether Navy or who was going to repair
damages and replace shrubs. Chief Vogel has information and
will give to Mr . Hilliard. He believes Navy or Insurance
Company will make good on it.
Mr. Parks stated he is glad to hear report on meters.
Mr. Weldon advised he has copy of report prepared by Public
Administration Services on "Municipal Government in Greater
Jacksonville Beaches Area" but has not had chance to study
carefully. No one else present has received a copy. He was
surprised at one item which has to do with Zoning Ordinance,
and criticism of Atlantic Beach with respect to our Zoning
requirements. The matter was discussed but it was agreed that
all should have chance to read complete report.
Mrs. Dorothy Butt stated we need protective sheds on west side
of Mayport Road where children have to wait for bus. Mayor
Howell asked Mr. Bennett to investigate and report recommenda-
tion.
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There being no further business, Mayor Howell declared the
meeting adjourned.
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' .illiam - . Howell
Mayor-Commissioner
Attest:
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Adele S. Gage, City erk