MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC
BEACH CITY COMMISSION HELD IN CITY HALL, 800 SEMINOLE
ROAD AT 7:15 P.M. ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2003
PRESENT: John Meserve, Mayor
Richard Beaver, Mayor Pro Tem
Mike Borno
Paul Parsons
Dezmond Waters, Commissioners
AND: James Hanson, City Manager
Maureen King, City Clerk
Alan C. Jensen, City Attorney
Mayor Meserve called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m. The Invocation
given by the Mayor was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag.
Approval of the minutes of the Regular Commission meeting
of September 22, 2003 and the Election Meeting of October 7,
2003
Motion: Approve the minutes of the Regular Commission
Meeting of September 8, 2003 and the Election Meeting of
October 7, 2003 as presented.
The motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Meserve stated that he wished to take Item 8A out of sequence
and act on it at this time. He indicated that the item was advertised For a
public hearing, but the property owner had requested that the item
be deferred until after the Joint Commission on parking in Town Center,
being formed with the City of Neptune Beach makes its recommendation
to the city.
8A. Public hearing and action on a request for aUse-by-
Exception, in accordance with Section 24-161 (i) of the Land
Development Regulations, to reduce the required number of
parking spaces fro 28 to 13, and to reduce the width of spaces
from ten feet to nine feet, related to the proposed
development of a new commercial building containing retail
and professional office uses to be located at the southwest
corner of Ahern Street and East Coast Drive; action on a
request for a height waiver in accordance with Section 24-
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156 to allow the proposed building to exceed the 25-foot
height limit within the Central Business District (City
Manager)
Motion: Defer action on the request until thirty days after
the Joint Commission makes its recommendation to the city.
Mayor Meserve opened the floor for a public hearing. Rona Brinlee and
David Hurst inquired if another public hearing would be held. Mayor
Meserve indicated that a public hearing would be held after the Joint
Commission made its recommendation to the city. Ms. Brinlee and Mr.
Hurst indicated they would reserve their comments until that time.
Pat Pillmore of 995 Camelia Street believed the parking problem
would only get worse and suggested that the city find a long term
solution to the problem through consideration of the use of mass transit,
shuttle service from an outlying pazkng lot such as K-Mart, or the
construction of a parking garage.
Nadine McDade of 54 East Coast Drive stated that the applicant was
requesting too many exceptions to the land development regulations and
felt they should have to abide by the existing rules.
Ed McDade of the same address agreed and stated he would defer his
comments to the next public hearing.
Paul Harden of 1301 Riverplace Blvd., Suite 2601, an attorney
representing South Coast Capital Partners, who own adjacent property,
stated that he would like to be notified of the next public hearing.
Sandy Forsyth of 2345 Seminole Reach Court stated he opposed the
parking variance and believed each business should provide adequate on-
site pazking. He believed a reduction in the width of individual pazking
spaces would negatively impact handicapped pazking.
Mr. Forsyth commented that on a recent walk in the Oceanwalk azea, he
encountered the following problems with the sidewalks: (1) Shrubbery
obstructions, (2) A slippery algae buildup on some azeas, (3) Uneven
construction, and (4) Cars parked across the sidewalk. He requested that
the city address these matters to keep sidewalks safe for those who enjoy
walking.
No one else spoke and the Mayor closed the public hearing.
There was no more discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Meserve recognized Council Members Art Graham and Warren
Alvarez from the City of Jacksonville.
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Charles Dupraw of 2466 Montreal Street, provided background
information concerning his water bill and spoke in opposition to the 25%
surcharge charged to non-resident water users and any rate increase.
J.P. Marchioli of 414 Sherry Drive commented on the following: (1)
Complained about a recent high water bill, (2) Felt the decorative
crosswalks being installed by the city failed as traffic calming devices,
(3) Stated that he had received no response to his petition to reduce
speeding on Sherry Drive, and (4) Suggested that to solve parking
problems, citizens park at either K-Mart or the North Beach Center and
walk to Town Center.
Jose Munos of the Boys and Girls Club -Keystone Club stated that he
had brought three of the Keystone Club's members to the meeting to
learn the proper way to conduct the opening of a meeting.
Dorothy Kerber of 365 ISL Street inquired ifhandicapped parking was
required for the proposed commercial building (Item 8A) and pointed out
that if it was required, a handicapped parking space would have to be
constructed at the wider width.
Douglas Speed of 1207 Seminole Road reported on an existing parking
problem at City Hall and pointed out that construction of a skate park in
Jack Russell Park would only worsen the parking problem.
2. Courtesy of the Floor to Visitors
A. Report on Ivlayport Road Redevelopment Study
David Stroud, from Reynold, Smith and Hills (RS&H), consultants who
conduct the study for the First Coast Metropolitan Platuling Organization
(MPO), provided a broad overview of the results of the Mayport Road
Access Management Study, which included a review of existing
conditions, a report on future traffic demands and the recommendations
for redevelopment of the road.
Mr. Stroud noted the study azea was approximately 3.5 miles in length
and covered Mayport Road from Atlantic Boulevard to the Wonderwood
Drive azea. Mr. Stroud briefly reviewed the following recommendations
for redevelopment of the road: (1) Construct raised landscaped medians,
(2) Construct a dedicated 4-foot wide bicycle lane, (3) Install lighting for
pedestrians and vehicles, (4) Construct U-turn cutouts at median breaks,
and (5) Construct 8-foot wide sidewalks. Illustrative views of the
recommendations were provided.
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Mr. Stroud reported that the project would be completed in five phases,
with the first phase being the area from Atlantic Boulevard to Church
Road (Dutton Island Road East and West). It was reported that the city's
total cost for the improvements would be $1.1M. A copy of the study is
attached and made part of this official record as Attachment A.
A question and answer session followed the presentation.
Commissioner Beaver expressed concern relative to narrowing the road
going north to one lane by the flyover and inquired as to input received
from the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) relative to the
reduced lane change. Mr. Stroud indicated that the JTA had attended the
meetings and after options were considered, nothing had changed except
there would be no bus stop locations in the single lane area.
Commissioner Beaver expressed concern that opening of the
Wonderwood Expressway would bring increased traffic to the beaches,
and if traffic flow to the south was reduced, this might divert traffic onto
side streets, such as Plaza. Mr. Stroud indicated that the traffic models
used took this into consideration, and explained that the area where there
was only one lane northbound, had sufficient distance to allow vehicles
to pass disabled vehicles or a stopped bus situation, but the design aspect
would be determined during the design phase of the study.
Commissioner Beaver stated he thought the one lane situation was both
north and south bound. Mr. Stroud stated that the "one lane" situation
was only going north from Atlantic Boulevard toward the Post Office.
Commissioner Bomo inquired if school bus traffic was considered in the
modeling. Mr. Stroud responded that it was not considered at this time.
Commissioner Bomo indicated that there were approximately twelve
school bus stops on Mayport Road, which tied up traffic twice a day. He
believed it would be better for traffic flow and the safety of the children,
to reroute the bus stops to a side street that looped back around to
Mayport Road. Mr. Stroud stated that he would make sure this concern
was addressed in the next phase of the study.
Mayor Meserve inquired if the raised, landscaped medians could be
considered the same as a divided highway, which would allow traffic
going in the opposite direction of the bus to continue to flow when the
bus stopped. Chief Thompson confirmed that it would be considered the
same as a divided highway.
Mayor Meserve commented that $500,000 had already been received to
begin the process, and noted that the FDOT had been involved in most
stages of the study and had not expressed any disapproval. He indicated
that Aage Schroeder, District Secretary of the FDOT, stated they would
readdress lowering the speed limit once some traffic calming took place.
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Mayor Meserve recognized Capt. John Mitchell, former Base
Commander and Chair of the Mayport Road Development Subcommittee
of the Mayport Waterfront Partnership, and thanked him for his work.
Mayor Meserve indicated that he would also like to take Items SD and
8K out of sequence and act on them at this time.
8D. Joint Public Hearing related to Jacksonville and Atlantic
Beach re-naming Church Road to Dutton Island Road West
and Dutton Island Road East (City Manager)
Mayor Meserve stated that the City of Atlantic Beach was asked by the
City of Jacksonville to hold a public hearing concerning the renaming of
the road since it is the dividing line between this two cities.
Mayor Meserve opened the floor for a public hearing and invited
comments from the audience.
J.P. Marchioli of 414 Sherry Drive thought naming the road Dutton
Island Road West and Dutton Island Road East might cause some
confusion since Dutton Island is located west of Mayport Road.
Stephen Kuti of 1132 Linkside Drive felt any citizen living on Church
Road should be compensated for the additional expenses associated with
the change, and inquired if they were being compensated.
No one else spoke and the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Waters explained that Mayport Road was the east/west
dividing line for the city and many streets had the east/west designations.
8K. Approve Interlocal Agreement with the City of Jacksonville
for funding for Adele Grage Cultural Center (City Manager)
Motion: Approve Interlocal Agreement with the City of
Jacksonville for funding for Adele Grage Cultural Center.
Mayor Meserve thanked City of Jacksonville Council Members Art
Graham and Warren Alvazez for their assistance in securing the funding.
Amendment to the motion: Authorize the Mayor to sign the
Interlocal Agreement.
There was no discussion and the amendment to the motion and the
motion carried unanimously.
3. Unfinished Business from Previous Meetings
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A. City Manager's follow-up report
City Manager Hanson reported on each item of his written report. The
City Manager's follow-up report is attached and made part of this
official record as Attachment B.
Veterans' Park
In response to a letter to the editor, Commissioner Beaver explained that
the additional small piece of property obtained from the Jacksonville
Transportation Authority (JTA) would be used for the memorial park and
the original property would be used for the children's playground.
Mayor Meserve provided additional background information and pointed
out that the city had worked with the JTA for more than three years to
obtain the land for the park, at no cost to the city. He stated that the land
was being developed as a children's park for the Marsh Oaks area and
had not been diverted for any other use.
4. Consent Agenda
A. Acknowledge receipt of the following monthly reports:
Building Department, Public Works and Utilities
Departments, New Occupational Licenses and Utility Sales
B. Approve aone-year extension to the contract with Cuyler's
Lawn Maintenance for lawn service (Bid No. 0001-25 (City
Manager)
C. Approve the purchase of a roll-on/roll-off sludge container
from Galbraith, Inc., in the amount of $15,154.00 as specified
in Bid No. 0203-22 (Re-bid) (City Manager)
Motion: Approve Consent Agenda Items A-C as presented.
The motion carried unanimously.
5. Committee Reports:
There were no Committee Reports.
6. Action on Resolutions:
7. Action on Ordinances:
A. Ordinance No. 95-03-85 Public Hearing & Final Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 14, ANIMALS,
INCREASING AND ADDING CERTAIN FEES, ADDING
INCARCERATION FOR THIRD AND SUBSEQUENT
OFFENSES, ADDING LIABILITY INSURANCE AND
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SURETY BOND REQUIREMENTS FOR DANGEROUS
DOGS, ADDING ADDITIONAL FINES FOR DOGS AND
CATS IN HEAT, REPEALING REGISTRATION AND
TAGGING REQUIREMENTS AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
Mayor Meserve read the ordinance by title only and opened the floor for
the public hearing.
No one spoke and the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion: Approve Ordinance No. 95-03-85 on final reading.
Commissioner Borno pointed out a change in the second sentence of
section 4-30 (b) (3) which should read "...and a definite term of
imprisonment not exceeding sixty (60) days..."
Commissioner Waters recounted a recent incident of a dog running at
large in his neighborhood and stated that he was pleased the ordinance
was passed.
The motion carried unanimously.
8. Miscellaneous Business:
A. Public hearing and action on a request for aUse-by-
Exception, in accordance with Section 24-161 (i) of the Land
Development Regulations, to reduce the required number of
parking spaces fro 28 to 13, and to reduce the width of spaces
from ten feet to nine feet, related to the proposed
development of a new commercial building containing retail
and professional office uses to be located at the southwest
corner of Ahern Street and East Coast Drive; action on a
request for a height waiver in accordance with Section 24-
156 to allow the proposed building to exceed the 25-foot
height limit within the Central Business District (City
Manager)
Item 8A was taken out of sequence and acted on earlier in the meeting
B. Public hearing and action on a request from Allen
Industries on behalf of Giant Oil (BP) for a waiver from the
sign regulations to allow for full replacement of face
material on a nonconforming pylon sign located at 1211
Mayport Road
Motion: Approve the request from Allen Industries on behalf
of Giant Oil (BP) for a waiver from the sign regulations to
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allow for full replacement of face material on a
non-conforming pylon sign located at 1211 Mayport Road.
Mayor Meserve opened the floor for a public hearing and invited
comments from the audience.
Patricia Pillmore of 995 Camelia Street stated that she favored the
taller signs for gas stations for safety reasons and increased visibility.
Edward Moody, representing Allen Industries, stated that other signs
in the area were over the maximum height limit of 8-feet. He pointed
out that the company was allowed to have a second 8-foot sign on the
other side of the property, but they would relinquish that sign if they
could keep as much of the height as possible oti the existing 25-foot sign.
No one else spoke and the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Community Development Director Doerr explained that the current sign
ordinance required non-conforming signs to be brought into compliance
when the alteration to the sign involved any change that altered the
material used for the display or face area by more than 25%.
Discussion ensued and the Commissioners agreed to support the current
sign regulations. They felt that over time, as non-conforming signs were
replaced, the city would become more aesthetically pleasing with the 8-
foot signs.
There was no more discussion and the motion failed by a 0 to 5 vote.
C. Public hearing and action on a request for aUse-by-
Exception (File Number UBE-2003-04) filed by Merv and
Theresa Russell to allow certain uses within the Commercial
General Zoning district limited to those as set forth within
Section 24-111: (c) (6) Contractor not requiring outdoor
storage; (c) (7) Limited warehousing, and (c) (10) Cabinet
shops, for property located on the east side of Stocks Street
between Levy Road and West 14`h Street, and described as
Lots 1-5, Block 243 within the Section "H" Subdivision (City
Manager)
Motion: Approve aUse-by-Exception (File Number UBE-
2003-04), Sled by Merv and Theresa Russell as recommended
by the Community Development Board, to allow certain uses
within the Commercial General Zoning district limited to
those as set forth within Section 24-111: (c) (6) Contractor not
requiring outdoor storage; (c) (7) Limited warehousing, and
(c) (10) Cabinet shops, for property located on the east side of
Stocks Street between Levy Road and West 14`h Street, and
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described as Lots 1-5, Block 243 within the Section "H"
Subdivision. (At the September 16, 2003 Community
Development Board Meeting, the Board recommended approval,
subject to the following conditions: (1) Uses shall be limited to
those as set forth within the Commercial general Zoning District
regulations, Section 24-111: (c)(6) Contractor not requiring
outside storage; (c) (7) Limited warehousing, and (c)(10) Cabinet
Shops, (2) All equipment, materials and business activities shall
be maintained within the enclosed building, (3) Lighting shall be
directed on site, and shall not illuminate adjacent properties, (4)
All business activities and commercial deliveries shall be limited
to the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through
Saturday only, and (5) Dumpster(s) shall be screened from view
and shall be located on the north (Levy Road) side of the
property).
Mayor Meserve opened the floor for a public hearing. No one spoke and
the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued. Commissioner Beaver pointed out that Mr. Russell
was granted aUse-by-Exception for another property and had observed
the conditions placed on the property by the Commission.
Commissioner Parsons expressed concern that 7:00 a.m. was too early
for a business to operate on Saturday. Mr. Russell stated that all business
operations would be conducted within the building. He indicated that
there were two residential properties across the street, and assured the
Commissioners the noise level would be kept down.
There was no more discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
D. Joint Public Hearing related to Jacksonville and Atlantic
Beach re-naming Church Road to Dutton Island Road West
and Dutton Island Road East (City Manager)
Item 8D was addressed earlier in the meeting.
E. Action on a report by the City Manager regarding
restructuring of water and sewer rates (City Manager)
Mayor Meserve commented that in the past there were reports by
citizens who believed the St. Johns River Water Management District
(SJRWMD) had no authority to tell the city what type of rate structure it
should adopt. He then introduced Caroline Silvers, the Supervisory
Regulatory Hydrologist for the SJRWMD, and asked her to explain what
would happen if the city ignored the rules of the WMD.
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Ms. Silvers explained that the city must have a Consumptive Use Permit
from the SJRWMD to withdraw water from the aquifer to supply to its
customers, and in order to obtain the permit certain criteria must be met.
Ms. Silvers indicated it was getting more difficult to obtain the
Consumptive Use Permit as saltwater intrusion increased. Ms. Silvers
pointed out that SJRWMD rules required implementation of all available
water conservation measures technically, environmentally and
economically feasible, and to obtain and keep the Consumptive Use
Permit, the city must demonstrate that it meets numerous conservation
elements, one of which is a water conserving rate structure.
It was pointed out that the city must educate the excessive users to let
them know why they would be charged a higher rate, and for
conservation measures to have the most impact; the increased rates for
those high-end abusive users should not be phased in.
Mayor Meserve inquired as to what would happen if the city did not
comply by adopting a water conserving rate structure. Ms. Silvers
indicated the WMD had the ability to punish the city by entering into a
Consent Order, which could carry a fine of up to $10,000 per day until
compliance was reached. She further stated that due to the seriousness
of the water issues facing the State, the WMD was placing emphasis on
compliance and enforcement of its rules.
A question and answer session followed covering education, abusive
water users, and implementation of the restructured rates. It was pointed
out that the City ofAtlantic Beach was not the only city in the WMD
being impacted to implement conservation measures.
City Manager Hanson commented that conservation measures would
delay the time when water rates become very expensive due to saltwater
intrusion. City Manager Hanson explained three options for adoption of
a revised rate structure as listed in his memo dated October 2, 2003,
which is attached and made part of this official record as Attachment C.
He then requested a sense of the Commission as to which option they
favored.
Mayor Meserve indicated a preference for bringing in Residential
immediately and phasing in the Commercial rates. Commissioner
Beaver agreed and stated that he would like an education program in
advance of implementation of the increased rates. Commissioner
Waters felt the rates should be increased across the board, with everyone
being treated equally. Commissioner Parsons stated that he supported
either option one or two.
It was the consensus of the Commission that the city's consultant, Mike
Burton, recalculate the numbers to see which option would be the best
between options one and two to stay revenue neutral.
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F. Action on a waiver of subdivision regulations requested by
Tawana Wagner (City Manager)
Motion: Deny the request for a waiver of the subdivision
regulations to create two lots within Block 10 of Atlantic
Beach Subdivision A that are less than 75 feet in width and
less than 7,500 square feet in lot area.
Community Development Doerr explained that the Subdivision
Regulations required that all newly created lots to be not less than 75-
feet wide and have a lot area not less than 7,500 square feet.
Commissioner Waters stated that he was opposed to creating substandard
50 foot lots.
Tawana Wagner explained the intent of the request, and indicated they
would build two single family homes on the property with no variances,
and sell one home and live in the other.
There was no more discussion and the motion carved unanimously.
G. Authorize the City Manager to sign an agreement with
BellSouth to use a ZO' x 20' easement at Veterans' Memorial
Park (City Manager)
Motion: Authorize the City Manager to sign an agreement
with BellSouth to use a 20' x 20' easement at Veterans'
Memorial Park.
It was reported that the area would be landscaped and would not affect
the pazk.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
H. Appointments to the Tree Board (2)
Mayor Meserve stated that he would like to appoint James McCue and
Susan Grube to fill two unexpired terms on the Tree Boazd
Motion: Approve appointment of James McCue and Susan
Grube to fill two unexpired terms on the Tree Board.
Commissioner Parsons inquired if new Boazd Members received any
type of training. It was reported that they met with the staff liaison for
orientation.
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Commissioner Waters suggested that to obtain different perspectives,
prospective members receive information about their duties from both
the staff liaison and the Chair of the board or committee, if it would not
be in violation of the Sunshine Law.
City Attorney Jensen suggested that time be taken at the first meeting to
inform new members of their duties and requirements under the
Sunshine Law.
There was no more discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
I. Approval of the new Loca1630 White Collar Union Contract
for the period October I, 2003 through September 30, 2004
(City Manager) `
Motion: Approve the new Loca1630 White Collar Union
Contract for the period October 1, 2003 through September
30, 2006.
City Manager Hanson explained the contract and stated that it was a
multi-year contract, with openers for each year, and should go through
September 30, 2006, as listed on the cover of the contract. He indicated
that the pay increase for union members would be effective October 1,
2003.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
J. Approve changing the employee's birthday from a "floating"
holiday to Personal Leave (City Manager)
Motion: Approve changing the employee's birthday from a
"floating" holiday to Personal Leave.
City Manager Hanson explained the proposed change. Commissioner
Waters inquired as how the change affected negotiations. City Manager
Hanson explained that it was being approved for general employees and
that the "White Collaz" union had already agreed to the new procedure
and was included in the union contract approved under Item 8I. He
indicated that item would be negotiated with the other unions.
There was no more discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
K Approve Interlocal Agreement with the City of Jacksonville
for funding for Adele Grage Cultural Center (City Manager)
Item K was taken out of sequence and acted on earlier in the meeting.
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L. Discussion and related action on the City Manager's
compensation (Mayor)
Mayor Meserve recommended a 6% pay increase for the City Manager.
Motion: Approve a 6% pay increase for City Manager Jim
Hanson.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
9. City Manager
A. City Manager's Report
4• Reported that an emergency repair was made to the catch
basin located at Cutlass and Royal Palm in the amount of
$13,586.
•:• Reported that the following events would be held at the
Adele Grage Cultural Center: (1) Acoustic Night on October
19`h (2) Songwriters' Night on the 2191 and (3) Senior
Appreciation Day at 1:30 p.m. on the 19`h .
• Reported the tax rate digest received last week was 1.01%
higher than the Figure reviewed by the Commission during
the budget process. He indicated the city could keep the
extra money or reduce the millage rate to result in the same
revenue agreed upon in the budget. He indicated that that
he had notified the Tax Collector's office to use new
rollback rate of 3.0394, resulting in a 4.2% reduction from
last year's rate of 3.1721.
•:• Public Works Director Kosoy updated the Commissioners on
the Core City Project and stated that the contractor would
receive a $200,000 incentive for completing the project
eazly. Photographs of a baffle box and the weir at Fleet
Landing were displayed, and the city's educational and
monitoring programs were briefly reviewed.
A photograph of the first decorative crosswalk was
displayed. Discussion of the crosswalks ensued and
Commissioner Waters suggested that lazge "Pedestrians
Have the Right-of--Way" signs be installed neaz the
crosswalks.
Commissioner Beaver inquired about Sherry Drive drainage
during the recent rains. Public Works Director Kosoy
reported that the drainage was working well except for one
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small area near 1 s1 Street. He stated that one area on Second
Street had been paved incorrectly and would be milled and
repaved by the end of the month.
10. Reports and/or Requests From City Commissioners and
City Attorney
Commissioner Borno
•:• Inquired when the flu shots would be available and it was
reported they would be available from 10:00 a.m. to noon on
November 5`h.
Commissioner Parsons `
• Requested that an article be placed in Tideviews concerning
the availability of computers at the Adele Grage Cultural
Center.
• Commented there were boats and motor homes parked on
Selva Marina Drive, which may not be illegally parked, but
he felt they presented an eyesore in the neighborhood.
•:• Inquired if it was legal to park on the right-of--way on Sherry
Drive. Chief Thompson indicated it was legal.
• Recounted how an accident almost occurred and inquired if
the curb in the vicinity of 10"' Street and Seminole Road was
going to remain at its current height. Public Works Director
Kosoy stated that it would remain at that height.
•:• Referenced the recent paving project and suggested that the
"turtle signs" be used to let people know how long a street
will be closed.
• Re~orted on an accident that occurred on Beach Avenue and
16` Street and inquired if a caution sign could be installed
on each side of the intersection relative to pedestrian and
bicycle traffic.
• Reported that he had received compliments concerning the
street signs on the beach.
Commissioner Waters
•:• Felt the City should come up with solution for the parking
problem that exists at the end of 10`h Street. He suggested
creating parking at 161h Street and leasing the spaces to the
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residents. He expressed concern the property was
deteriorating due to the lack of adequate parking for its
residents.
Mayor Meserve stated that staff could look at this, but
recounted that a few years ago they turned the city down for
leasing a space in front of each unit for $500/year.
•:• Commented that there were numerous potholes in the Royal
Palms area that needed attention.
• Inquired as to who swept the flyover and commented it
needed regulaz sweeping.
Mayor Meserve
•:• Reported that Jacksonville Mayor Peyton would be visiting
the Atlantic Beach Elementary School in November to
recognize some of the innovative programs implemented by
the school.
Mayor Meserve stated that he would like to develop a
partnership with the Atlantic Beach Elementazy School. He
indicated he would share suggestions from the school for
developing this relationship with the Commissioners over
the next two months.
There being no further discussion or business to come before the
City Commission, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at
9:40 p.m.
Attest:
Maureen King
Certified Municipal Clerk
John Meserve
Mayor/Presiding Officer
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