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CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLA.
COMMISSION MEETING
7/10/67
AGENDA
1. Call to Cr-der
2. Invocation
3. Approval of Minutes 6/26/67
4. Recognition of Visitors
5. Communications :
(a) City of Jacksonville letter-Re:Cooperation
on light poles
6. Reports:
(a) City Manager's report.
(b) Report of City Manager on Reva Mae Silmon sewer line
(c) Report of Mr. Tucker on Beach erosion.
(d) Sewer Ilant Chlorinator
(e) City Manager on Texaco Sewer hook-up
(f) City Attorney on Motel water and sewer service.
11, 7. Request call for bids: Drainage East Coast Drive-
12th Street to City Limits
2. Ordinances- 1st Reading
(a) Amending 1967 Budget-Public Safety Dept.
(b) Calling Special Election on City of Jacksonville
Consolidation Plan
9. Appoint officials for Special Election
10. Fire and police Chief reports .
11. City Manager
12. Commissioners
13. Adjourn
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC BEACH CITY
COMMISSION HELD AT THE CITY HALL ON MONDAY, JULY 10, 1967
AT 8:00 P. M.
Present:
William S. Howell, Mayor-Commissioner
John W. Weldon
Louis C. Holloway, Jr.
Donald L. Goodling, Commissioners
and
Frank Thompson, City Attorney
Murray H. Bennett, City Manager
Adele S. Grage, City Clerk
Absent:
W. J. Parks, Jr. , Commissioner
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor-Commissioner, Mr.
Howell.
The Invocation was given by Commissioner Weldon.
Mr. Holloway moved that the minutes of the meeting of June 26, 1967
be approved as written, seconded by Mr. Weldon. Mr. Goodling stated
he felt it would be well for the minutes to mention that the request
to close part of Beach Avenue, as covered by the defeated Ordinance,
was made by the property owner, Mr. Joe Adeeb. Mr. Weldon and Mr.
Holloway had no objection. Mr. Howell then put the question and the
motion carried.
Mr. Howell recognized visitors present and called for any business
from the floor not on the Agenda.
Mr. A. J. Longo stated he would like to have read in the minutes
that the police should be congratulated on an excellent job done
over the Holidays.
A letter was read from the City of Jacksonville acknowledging our
letter and expressing appreciation of our cooperation on the new
light poles that were set. The letter was received for information
and filing.
Mr. Bennett read the City Manager 's report, copy of which is attached
to these minutes and made a part hereof.
Mr. Bennett reported that he had talked to Mrs. Reva Silmon this
morning relative to sewer service. He advised it has been found that
the sewer line on Francis Avenue is deep enough so that the house on
Richardson Lane can be connected to it at proper elevation. He
also advised the laterals "as built" on Francis Avenue were done
incorrectly and rise sharply from the sewer main to the property
line and were too shallow to connect the Richardson Lane house to.
Minutes 7/10/67 Page #2
Mr. Bennett advised that Mr. Art Reinertson will put a lateral
across Francis Avenue to Mrs. Silmon 's property line for $100.00.
He has talked to Mr. Oliver Ball, Mrs. Silmon's attorney, who
advised she is willing to go ahead on this basis with the City
furnishing the lateral and he advised she has received a price of
$100.00 to take the line to her house. Mr. Bennett recommended
that it be done - Mr. Goodling thinks should be on record that
laterals are incorrectly installed in case comes up in future.
Mr. Howell thinks this isn't quite the point - there are still
lots on Richardson Lane that cannot necessarily be served from
this line - lines were not improperly installed - they were
installed to a point to serve what was there - only to go across
Francis and quit and not serve houses in back of property. As it
turns out can be worked out in that manner as it does not require
any special action by Commission because under $500. 00. Minutes
will reflect discussion and show that there are no objections from
the City Commission.
There was no report on OEP assistance on Beach erosion.
Mr. Bennett requested approval to call for bids for new chlorinator
to be used at Water Pumping Station, and turn the present water
chlorinator over to the Sewer Department. Would also request to
call for bids covering electrical work for pump controls at Water
Department. Total estimated cost is $3500.00. It was advised that
the money is budgeted. It was agreed that bids could be called
for but want to study availability of money before award made.
Following discussion Mr . Goodling moved approval of the specifica-
tions for the chlorinator and the electrical equipment for pumping
control, specifications to be issued and bids taken July 24th to
be funded from Account #1411, seconded by Mr. Holloway and carried.
Mr. Bennett reported that he talked to Mr. Robert Kilgo of Texaco,
Incorporated, who advised they are ready to hook up as soon as
sewer and water lines are brought across to their property.
Mr. Thompson requested they pass to next meeting report on Motel
water and sewer.
Mr. Bennett requested approval to call for bids for pipe to put in
drainage on East Coast Drive from 12th Street to City limits. The
pipe will be 15 " to 13th Street, then 12 ", and is in the budget.
Following discussion Mr. Goodling moved approval of call for bids
to be received subject to plans and specifications being prepared
in time to advertise for bids to be received either July 24th or
August 14th. , seconded by Mr. Holloway and carried.
An Ordinance amending 1967 Budget Ordinance #20-66-12 providing
funds in Public Safety Department was presented in full in writing
Minutes 7/10/67 Page #3
for first reading by title only. The Public Safety Accounts for
uniforms, jail meals and supplies, and building maintenance are
low. Mr. Goodling moved that the rules be waived and the Ordinance
passed on first reading by title only. Following discussion the
Mayor put the question and the vote was:
Aye: Goodling, Holloway, Howell
Nay: Weldon
Absent: Parks
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried and the Public
Hearing set for July 24th. Mr. Weldon stated he protested the
irregular unusual action of acting without giving Commissioners
opportunity to really consider properly, and if we are as short
as indicated here it was improper not to bring it to the attention
of the Commission before this time. The Mayor directed that the
minutes so reflect.
An Ordinance calling for a special referendum election for
approval or disapproval of the amendment to House Bill 3029 was
presented in full in writing, copies of said Ordinance having
been sent to Commissioners last week. The amendment presents the
question as to whether the City of Atlantic Beach will become the
third Urban Service District and retain its officials, boards and
laws in the consolidatd City of Jacksonville if House Bill 3029
is approved. Mr. Holloway moved passage of said Ordinance on
first reading by title only, seconded by Mr. Goodling. Mr.
Weldon questioned if necessary to approve. Mr. Thompson advised
we have a bill which puts a direct obligation on the City to hold
this special referendum - does provide that will hold in
accordance with City Charter and Ordinances. Mr. Weldon questioned
if we have no legal alternative but to hold it. Mr. Thompson
stated that if we refuse to do so any citizen could bring proceed-
ings and make you do it. Mr. Howell advised for information of
general public would briefly explain what we are doing - as you
know on August 8th there will be a county-wide vote on consolida-
tion - there is also another vote that will be held at the Beaches
and Baldwin to determine whether or not they wish to retain their
municipalities - the Act setting up this special election and
amendment to overall Charter provides that the Beaches cities
shall provide for holding of said election - when you go into
voting precincts on election day you will actually be voting in
two separate elections - one machine will have two questions -
overall consolidation - budget commission - leave that machine
and registered voters in Atlantic Beach will vote as to whether
or not wish to retain municipality - very important that under-
stand question - if you wish to retain, must vote yes, if wish
to abolish will vote no.
Minutes 7/10/67 Page #4
There was further discussion during which question of closing of
liquor places that day was asked and Mr. Thompson will check
into and advise. Mayor Howell then put the question and the vote
was:
Aye: Holloway, Goodling, Howell
Nay: Weldon
Absent: Parks
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried and the Public
Hearing was set for Saturday morning, July 15th at 8:00 A. M.
Mrs. Grage presented names of following for approval as election
officials: Mrs. Zoe ' Moore, Clerk, Mesdames Cynthia Whittlesey,
Ivy Higginson, Shirley Gable and Margaret Armbruster as
Inspectors. Mr. Goodling moved approval, seconded by Mr.
Holloway and carried.
Chief Vogel presented docket for July 3, 1967 and report of Police
Department for June, 1967, for information and filing.
The Chief advised is having complaints about dogs on the Beach.
He requested a fully equipped year round dog catcher for the
City as it is impossible for the police to work traffic and dogs.
Mr. Holloway moved appoint a Committee to study the situation
and report to Commission what procedures should take to enforce
Ordinance, if need to hire another employee or appoint an existing
one to act in such a manner, seconded by Mr. Goodling. Mr.
Goodling stated he is opposed to motion as thinks similar motion
is in minutes several months ago and served no useful purpose
then, don't think will serve purpose now. There was discussion
in which Mr. Holloway advised if going to have Ordinance on books
that we should also provide some manner of enforcing - was only
a suggestion to provide Committee to report. After further
discussion Mr. Howell put the question and the vote was:
Aye: Holloway
Nay: Goodling, Weldon, Howell
Absent: Parks
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion defeated. Mr. Holloway
would like a report at next meeting as to how Ordinance is being
enforced and why not enforced.
Mr. Goodling requested that the Chair direct that a 6 months '
financial report be prepared for period from January 1st through
June 30th - especially since have approved specifications
involving some $5500.00 - and City Treasurer has advised need
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to be cautious due to cash position until tax receipt time.
Report to include recommendations for anticipated appropriations
for balance of year. Mr. Howell asked Mr. Goodling to head
Committee and Mr. Goodling asked the City Manager and City Clerk
to work with him.
Mr. Goodling recalled he questioned motion regarding recent applica-
tion for water in North Atlantic Beach as to whether or not
specific enough so that administration knows what doing. Think
everyone agreed that there was some question. Think should be
discussed and some more positive instructions given rather than
those on books right now. There was discussion in which Mr.
Howell questioned - don't you feel that was intent that they be
allowed to hook up but if hooking up of three additional cut ins
results in decrease of water pressure of other people who are
presently cut in (assuming decrease was warranted sufficient)
that then the City would go in and disconnect then and that they
fully understand. this? Mr. Goodling stated agrees with this
interpretation but feels motion is vague and should be more
Specific. Mr. Thompson suggested a clarifying motion. Mr.
Goodling moved the motion be clarified, seconded by Mr. Holloway.
Mr. Holloway does not feel motion needs clarifying and that
interpretation is up to City government. Mr. Goodling offered a
substitute motion that the previous action be rescinded, seconded
by Mr. Holloway. In discussion it was brought out that no action
has been taken to notify or connect the property owners. Mr.
Howell put the question on the motion and the vote was:
Aye: Goodling
Nay: Holloway, Weldon, Howell
Absent: Parks
Whereupon the Mayor declared the motion defeated.
Mr. Goodling stated that there are applicants to City Manager
and thinks should interview applicants and he therefore moved
that we establish interviews with any and all applicants as
soon as possible, seconded by Mr. Weldon, and carried.
Mr. Goodling inquired if there were any complaints of red worms
in water and Mr. Bennett advised not for some time.
Mr. Weldon stated since we did not rescind motion would like to
strongly recommend we notify these people in writing concerning
the conditions prior to such connections.
Mir. Weldon brought attention to large number of potholes - weeds
at street ends and palm fronds, part of this being caused by
monsoon rains and wind.
Minutes 7/10/67 Page #6
There being no further business the Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned.
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William S. Howell
Mayor-Commissioner
Attest:
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July 10, 1967
• CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
In the last two weeks the Public Works department has been cutting
grass on road shoulders and in the City Parks , also used the edger
along curbing at Selva Marina Drive.
We have started the lot cleaning program throughout the City.
The rest rooms at Donner Park have been completed . We have had 4
light poles installed at Donner Park so that flood lights can be put on the
poles.
We have the steps at the Beach Street ends repaired and painted.
We have used black top to patch the potholes in the streets.
We have been fortunate in finding about 300 ' of 6" C.I. water pipe
which was installed in the wrong location during the installation of
water mains in 1955. We can use this pipe for the interconnection with
Neptune Beach at Sherry Drive.
We have not received our permits from State Road Department for inter-
connecting water mains with Neptune Beach at Seminole Road and Sherry
Drive.
We have received a letter from Humble Oil and Refining Company giving
the City permission to uncover our 11" Water meter located on their
property. This meter was covered up during paving in 1965.
The Watermelon parties given by me last Friday at the Jack Russell
and Donner Parks was a little shy of the number of children expected.
We had about 75 children at Jack Russell Park and about 40 children
at Donner Park. Possibly the rain kept the attendance down, but the
children there enjoyed themselves.
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Murray . Bennett
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