20181210 City Commission Tree Planting ResolutionMINUTES
Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, December 10, 2018-6:30PM
Commission Chamber
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIENCE
The invocation was led by Pastor Kennetta Carter of the Roberts Mt. Pisgah AME Church of Atlantic
Beach.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Glasser called the meeting to order at 6:30PM. City Clerk Bartle called the roll.
ROLLCALL:
Present:
Absent:
Also Present:
Ellen Glasser, Mayor-Seat 1
Cindy Anderson, Commissioner -Seat 2
Blythe Waters, Mayor Pro Tern I Commissioner-Seat 3
Candace Kelly, Commissioner-Seat 4
Brittany Norris, Commissioner -Seat 5
Joe Gerrity, City Manager (CM)
Kevin Hogencamp, Deputy City Manager (DCM)
Donna Bartle, City Clerk (CC) Brenna Durden, City Attorney (CA)
Michelle Cook, Chief of Police (COP)
Brenna Durden, City Attorney (CA)
Bill Pittman, Plants Division Director (PDD)
Shane Corbin, Planning and Community Development Director (PCDD)
Derek Reeves, City Planner (CP)
Phyllis Nadeau, Associate City Clerk I Recording Secretary
Mayor Glasser asked if anyone on the Commission would like to move to change the order of
any of the Agenda Items.
MOTION: To move Item lOA to after the Consent Agenda.
Motion:
Second:
Blythe Waters
Candace Kelly
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Ellen Glasser
Cindy Anderson
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Motion passed 3 to 1.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mayor Glasser asked ifthere were any corrections or changes needed. There were no corrections
to the minutes. Mayor Glasser stated the minutes stand as submitted.
A. Approval of minutes of the Special Called Commission Meeting on November 14,
2018.
B. Approval of minutes ofthe Commission Workshop Meeting on November 13,2018.
2. COURTESY OF FLOOR TO VISITORS
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Glasser explained the process for public comments and opened the Courtesy of the Floor
to Visitors. City Clerk Bartle called each speaker to the podium.
• Sally Clemens spoke about the Code Enforcement Board (CEB) understanding the
needs ofthe community.
• Jeff Moutanye spoke in support of purchasing Johnston Island.
• Stephen Fouraker spoke in favor of purchasing Johnston Island.
• Robert Strom spoke about 18th Street parking and in support of parallel parking.
• Mark Stuart spoke about the difference between serving neighbors and serving the
community as a whole with regard to property values.
• Meade Coplan requested the use of the South gate for her community while the
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) ramp is being built on lOth Street, and spoke
against the consideration of a Special Magistrate.
• Judith Leroux spoke about mass tree planting and GreenScape of Jacksonville,
protecting the canopy, funding, working with Staff, addressing the Commissioners'
concerns, working with Chief Cook from a public safety standpoint, and passing the
Resolution on this Agenda.
• Bruce Andrews spoke in favor of the mass tree planting plan, the purchase of Johnston
Island, and the dune walkovers.
• Jim Wheatley spoke about the mass construction happening in Atlantic Beach and the
City's tree Ordinance.
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• Mitch Reeves spoke about the recent change in the City's website with residents not
being able to access the video recordings of meetings, allocating the funds in the 2019-
2020 budget to allow Commission Meetings to be Closed Captioned, using the rights-
of-way for paid parking, and preserving the quality of life in Atlantic Beach.
• Debbi Sumner spoke about the lOth Street Dune Walkover, 18th Street parking, and is
in favor of a Paid Parking program.
• Suzanne Shaughnessey spoke in favor of acquiring Johnston Island and against the
dissolution of the CEB to bring in a Special Magistrate.
3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
A. City Manager's Report
CM Gerrity announced the police department has gone through accreditation evaluation.
The required postcard notifications of pervious and impervious going before the
Community Development Board (CDB) in January will be ready by the end of the week.
He explained that all Commission Meetings and Workshops will be live-streamed and
available several days later in a closed captioned format on the City's website. He
explained the reasoning is due to closed-captioning regulations. If a video is available
on the website in an archived form, as it has been in the past, then it has to be closed-
captioned. For every hour of a City meeting the cost is an extra $100 to have it closed-
captioned in addition to the cost of live-streaming. The City is able to have the regular
Commission Meetings and Workshops closed-captioned and stay within the budget, but
moving forward this will have to be budgeted. As soon as the figures are available, CM
Gerrity will present to the Commission. The non-captioned meetings are available upon
request through the Clerk's office.
B. Accept the 90-Day Calendar (Dec. 2018 through Feb. 2019)
CM Gerrity announced the Town Hall Meeting is on January 12,2019. The reason for
the meeting is to discuss the pros and cons of annexing part of the Mayport Road into
the City, along with an open forum for the citizens to discuss issues important to them.
Consensus was given to accept the 90-Day Calendar.
4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Kelly:
• Spoke about new speed limit of 40 miles per hour on Mayport Road being a step in the
right direction.
• Reported on the interviews for the Board Member Review Committee (BMRC). These
interviews are for citizens that volunteer to serve on various City boards and committees.
These interviews are on-going (January and February).
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Commissioner Waters:
• No Comment
Commissioner Anderson:
• Spoke about the possible annexation of land on Mayport Road and having a survey done
without expense by Political Science students at the University of North Florida (UNF)
as to whether the annexation is something the citizens of Atlantic Beach and the residents
in that area want.
Mayor Glasser:
• Spoke about the change of speed limit on Mayport Road and thanked Chief Cook for
providing the data that convinced the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to
lower the speed limit.
• Reminded everyone of the loss of two Jacksonville Sheriffs Officers (JSO) this
weekend.
• Announced she has written the annexation narrative to go out with the monthly utility
bills.
• Does not support students conducting a survey, but she is open to other ways to survey.
She thinks the Town Hall will make for the best spokespersons for the annexation. She
has invited Councilman Gulliford to the Town Hall Meeting to talk about why he thinks
this would be good for Atlantic Beach.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
A. Discussion on Special Magistrate Replacing the Code Enforcement Board
Mayor Glasser gave the background leading up to the decision by the Commission to
consider a Special Magistrate to replace the CEB. She clarified the reasons for the
decision. She opened the floor for discussion.
Commissioner Waters talked about the balance between leniency and enforcement
between a number of competing interests. She spoke about the Commission weighing
citizens' complaints against the function of the CEB against the advantages of having
the current CEB.
Commissioner Kelly stated she is offended by the assumption that the Commission
would hire a magistrate that would not be prepared to exercise judgement and follow the
law. She expressed worrying that judicial procedure is not always the best practice for
the CEB, and she is concerned about the City being vulnerable to court action.
Commissioner Anderson stated she leans towards a Special Magistrate stating it would
be a more streamlined and affordable process.
Mayor Glasser thanked the CEB members for their service and assured everyone the
decision to go with a Special Magistrate is not a reflection on the CEB. The decision is
about the quasi-judicial function of this type ofboard.
CM Gerrity assured the Commission he will write a Request for Proposal (RFP).
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It was decided to follow the same procedure as was conducted upon hiring a lobbyist.
Three potential candidates decided upon by Staff will be brought before the Commission
for the final decision.
The Commission liked how the lobbyist interviews were done.
B. Future Dune Walkover Location
CM Gerrity presented a PowerPoint on Dune walkover locations in the future. There is
$90,000 set aside this year in the budget and, based on the cost of the walkover at lOth
Street, will not be enough money to build an ADA-accessible ramp. There are other
beach accesses that can be served by a traditional walkover. The areas being considered
by Staff are 1st Street, 2nd Street, 4th Street, 5th Street, 12th Street, and 14th Street.
Staff has recommended 5th Street, but thinks it would also do well at 12th Street. All
questions were answered.
A lengthy discussion ensued about which area would best be served by a walkover.
Consensus was given for 12th Street.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Glasser asked if any of the Commissioners wished to pull Items A and/or B for
discussion. No one wished to discuss.
A. Acknowledge receipt of the Monthly Financial Report for October 2018.
B. Approve the 9-1-1 lnterlocal Agreement for the distribution of9-1-1 funds for call
taker salaries and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign the 9-1-1
Interlocal Agreement between the City of Atlantic Beach and the City of
Jacksonville.
MOTION:
Motion:
Second:
To accept the Consent Agenda as read.
Blythe Waters
Candace Kelly
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
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lOA. Beach Access Parking -10th and 18th Streets
CM Gerrity reminded everyone of the recommendations from the Parking and Pedestrian
Safety Advisory Resource Committee (PPSARC) and from City Staff, which was
presented at the Commission Workshop on December 6, 2018. All questions were
answered.
Mayor Glasser reiterated the PPSARC's recommendations for 1Oth Street, and stated
Staff and the PPSARC are mostly in agreement.
1. Add ADA parking spaces.
2. Change angled parking to straight-in parking.
3. Cut back on landscaping so scooter parking can be easier accessed.
4. Review line-of-site and access of the Cloister gate.
5. Move public spaces closer to entryway.
6. Clear signage between Beach and East Coast Drive.
Consensus was given to proceed with recommendations for 1Oth Street.
CM Gerrity presented a PowerPoint illustrating the various options for 18th Street. All
questions were answered.
Mayor Glasser asked for Commissioner comments.
Commissioner Waters gave a history of the changes in parking on 18th Street and the
reasons for those changes. She went over the parking requirements by the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection with regard to beach re-nourishment, and the
Federal processes required. Commissioner Waters stressed the importance of balance
between the value of the neighborhood and the availability of public parking. She
declared a need for more information before she can make a decision. It is problematic
to her that the PPSARC and the grant-writing professionals are presenting a totally
different number of usable spaces. She would like to see a plan that includes
beautification, that pushes people away from residential properties, and a plan that
includes public access for all residents of Atlantic Beach. She feels the majority of
complaints are due to an over-demand for the supply of available spaces and that the
Paid Parking Solution will be a part of decreasing the over-demand.
Commissioner Anderson talked about the need for a sidewalk on 18th Street and the
unsafe conditions during peak season. She expressed the main concern of the
Commission is becoming in breach of contract with the Corps of Engineers, which is
presently re-nourishing the beaches. After the beach re-nourishment is complete, the
City may want to go back and. do a re-count of parking spaces but, for now, the City does
not want to risk not receiving funds for beach re-nourishment. Commissioner Anderson
also expressed being in favor of a Paid Parking Solution and/or automobile stickers for
the residents of the beach. She has received a number of emails from citizens regarding
their concern about the city installing public restrooms. She assured her constituents she
will not support public restrooms should it come up for a vote.
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Commissioner Kelly stated safety is her main concern and agrees with installing a
sidewalk on 18th Street. Her second concern is clarity on what is and is not a parking
space.
CM Gerrity explained that Commissioner Norris emailed him that she was not able to
make it to the meeting because she is attending a seminar in New York and her flight
back was cancelled. However, she wanted to express her opinion on this issue and asked
him (CM Gerrity) to give a written statement to Mayor Glasser at this meeting.
Mayor Glasser read Commissioner Norris' statement. (which is attached and made part
of this Official Records as Attachment A)
"I am not in favor of reducing parking at 18th Street. This area is utilized by residents
throughout Atlantic Beach, which !fear is often overlooked. As a City we need to explore
other solutions before a significant or any reduction in parking, not just for the sake of
grants and beach re-nourishment. Before any decision is made, I hope the Commission
will push for a comprehensive and finalized plan that details cost-sharing initiatives, and
accurate details on what can/can't be done. Perhaps increased stops by the City to keep
the area clean, or low level lighting as a deterrent for inappropriate behavior. I
encourage the Commission to consider other possible solutions before inhibiting any
access to the beach. "
Mayor Glasser talked about the difficulty of processing all of the communications that
have come in from residents. She assured the residents that creating public restrooms is
not a consideration. She is not in favor of adding spaces on 18th Street, and the dispute
over how many parking spaces can be removed without jeopardizing the millions of
dollars in beach re-nourishment funds places the City of Atlantic Beach in an onerous
position. She suggested a couple of options that could be acted upon immediately
without jeopardizing any of the beach re-nourishment funds. Mayor Glasser stated she
does not feel comfortable with the City eliminating parking spaces or with installing a
sidewalk right before rolling out the Paid Parking Solution program. She expressed her
apprehension in making any major decisions to parking reconfiguration until after the
beach re-nourishment and the Paid Parking Solution is in place.
A discussion ensued regarding the improvements that have already been made on 18th
Street, the safety issues that need addressing immediately, the amount of
communications this issue has generated, the many considerations that come into play
with beach re-nourishment, the logistics involved in creating a sidewalk, parallel
parking, making 18th Street a one-way street, and bringing the issue back to the PPSARC
for their recommendations.
Mayor Glasser called for a 5 minute break at 9:25 p.m. and reconvened at 9:30p.m.
7. COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
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8. ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS
A. RESOLUTION NO. 18-56
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA DIRECTING
STAFF TO COLLABORATE WITH THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ON
DEVELOPING A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE FLORIDA INLAND
NAVIGATION DISTRICT FOR COST ASSISTANCE FOR THE ACQUISITION
OF JOHNSTON ISLAND; DIRECTING STAFF TO WORK WITH THE CITY
OF JACKSONVILLE AND RELATED TIDRD PARTIES ON THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR
JOHNSTON ISLAND; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Commissioner Kelly spoke about re-visiting the purchase of Johnston Island. A new
deal involving a grant is now available. She expressed being in favor of the purchase
with the help of a number of nearby agencies. She explained this particular grant gives
the City a chance to decide if the cost and the deal is reasonable.
John November presented a PowerPoint about the history of the Public Trust and their
involvement in conserving property along the marsh, the attributes of Johnston Island,
the application process for the grant, how the grant works as a 'reimbursement grant',
funding, and maintenance of the property.
Melissa Bodry, Grant writer for City of Atlantic Beach (COAB), spoke about the
positives in obtaining a reimbursement grant. She offered recommendations on a
timeline for applying for the grant and the importance of obtaining a Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) from the City of Jacksonville (COJ).
CM Gerrity talked about the two appraisals the COAB had done averaging $1.29 million,
getting a super majority, updating appraisals, and the FEMA ratings change effecting the
appraisals.
Mayor Glasser opened the floor for questions. All questions were answered.
CA Durden commented on fifth (5th) 'Whereas' clause section of Resolution No. 18-56
stating "the City of Jacksonville as set aside funds in its 2019-2020 Capital
Improvements Project Budget." She pointed out the COAB has not set aside funds, but
has only identified funds that could be part of the COAB budget for 2019-2020. Her
recommendation was to change the words 'set aside' to 'identified' until the budget is
actually adopted.
MOTION:
Attorney.
Motion:
Second:
To approve Resolution No. 18-56 with the modification suggested by the City
Blythe Waters
Candace Kelly
Commissioner Anderson spoke in support of the acquisition.
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Commissioner Kelly spoke in favor of the acquisition as it is an opportunity for the COAB to
protect the view and activate waterways.
Commissioner Norris' comments were read by Mayor Glasser as follows: (which is attached
and made part of this Official Records as Attachment B)
"I am in favor of the COAB and the COJ to begin discussion on the possibility of Johnston Island
becoming a park, however, I believe any further action needs to be weighed against the reality
of climate change. Based on the latest maps from NOAA, significant portions, if not all, of the
island will be unusable. This includes Dutton Island Preserve and Tide Views and this is within
the lifetimes of some of our residents. Any further or official action must be realistic in
recognizing changing environments erosion and more. If anything, this de-values the property
as the time line for its use is cut short. Before any official action, I hope the Commission will
push for a comprehensive and finalized plan that details cross-sharing initiatives, accurate
details on what can and cannot be done, agreements and understandings amongst agencies that
have stakes in this property. This includes the COJ, FIND, the US. Army Corp of Engineers,
and FDOT, and a thorough examination of what the cost is to COAB in the long term,
commitments, liability, etc. "
Commissioner Waters spoke in support of the purchase as it is an opportunity to bring dollars
to the City through economic development in the Mayport Corridor, it would provide a public
access point to sheltered areas on the marsh side, and it would increase the use of the COAB
parks without increasing vehicular traffic through neighborhoods.
Mayor Glasser spoke about her attempts to bring this before the Environmental Stewardship
Committee (ESC), the emails she has received from residents, the timing of the acquisition in
terms of a commitment, her concerns over flooding, and the cost of maintenance, and the
importance of serious negotiation.
CM Gerrity informed the Commission he will need to hire a consultant to assist with the work
involved in putting together the MOU as Staff is overtaxed right now.
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 18-57
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH AUTHORIZING THE
EXPENDITURE OF $267,285 FROM THE PUBLIC UTILITIES FUND FOR
THE PROCUREMENT OF A REPLACEMENT SUPERVISORY CONTROL
AND DATA ACQUISITION (SCADA) SYSTEM FROM DATA FLOW
SYSTEMS FOR THE CITY'S LIFT STATIONS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE
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PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Mayor Glasser read the Resolution Title.
CM Gerrity gave an explanation of the SCAD A System and how it operates.
Bill Pittman, Plants Division Director (PDD), explained the need for upgrading the
system.
Mayor Glasser opened the floor for questions. All questions were answered.
There was discussion about whether the Consumptive Use Permit should be for ten (1 0)
years or twenty (20) years.
MOTION: To approve Resolution 18-57 as read
Motion: Blythe Waters
Second: Candace Kelly
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
C. RESOLUTION NO. 18-58
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH AUTHORIZING THE
EXPENDITURE OF $34,952 FROM THE PUBLIC UTILITIES FUND FOR THE
PROCUREMENT OF CONSUMPTIVE USE PERMIT RENEWAL SERVICES
TO BE PERFORMED BY J. COLLINS ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES, LLC;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS AND
PURCHASE ORDERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY TO
EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Glasser read the Resolution Title.
CM Gerrity explained the Resolution and the renewal of our Consumptive Use Permit
every ten (10) years.
Mayor Glasser opened the floor for questions. All questions were answered.
MOTION: To approve Resolution 18-58 as read
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Motion:
Second:
Blythe Waters
Candace Kelly
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
D. RESOLUTION NO. 18-59
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH REQUESTING THAT
THEDUVALCOUNTYSCHOOLBOARDFO~LYANDPERMANENTLY
CHANGE THE OFFICIAL NAME OF MAYPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
TO MAYPORT COASTAL SCIENCES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mayor Glasser read the Resolution Title. She explained her involvement with the school,
how the name change came about, and why the name change has been requested.
MOTION:
Motion:
Second:
To approve Resolution 18-59
Candace Kelly
Blythe Waters
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Moved By)
Blythe Waters (Seconded By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
E. RESOLUTION NO. 18-60
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For
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH REQUESTING THAT
THEDUVALCOUNTYSCHOOLBOARDFO~LYANDPERMANENTLY
CHANGE THE OFFICIAL NAME OF MAYPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL TO
MAYPORT COASTAL SCIENCES MIDDLE SCHOOL
MOTION: To adopt 18-60 as read.
Motion: Cindy Anderson
Second: Blythe Waters
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Cindy Anderson (Moved By)
Candace Kelly
Blythe Waters (Seconded By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
F. RESOLUTION NO. 18-61
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ENTER INTO AN
AMENDMENT TO THE RADIO SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY
OF JACKSONVILLE.
Mayor Glasser read the Resolution Title.
Chief Cook explained the Resolution.
Mayor Glasser opened the floor for questions. All questions were answered.
MOTION:
Motion:
Second:
To adopt Resolution 18-61 as read
Blythe Waters
Candace Kelly
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
G. RESOLUTION NO. 18-62
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH AUTHORIZING
JONES EDMUNDS TO PROCEED WITH THE 30% DESIGN OF THE
AQUATIC GARDENS STORMWATER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AS
DETAILED IN THE ATLANTIC BEACH STORMWATER MASTER PLAN
UPDATE REPORT.
(which is attached and made part of this Official Records as Attachment C)
Mayor Glasser read the Resolution Title.
CM Gerrity explained the Resolution.
Mayor Glasser opened the floor for questions. Brian Icerman with Jones Edmunds &
Associates answered all questions.
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CA Durden reminded CM Gerrity to include the statutory language of the public records
requirements in the agreement.
MOTION: To adopt the revised Resolution No. 18-62
Motion:
Second:
Blythe Waters
Candace Kelly
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
H. RESOLUTION NO. 18-63
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURES OF FUNDS FROM THE TREE
CONSERVATION TRUST FUND FOR DEFINED TREE PLANTINGS ON
PUBLICLY OWNED LANDS WITHIN THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH.
Mayor Glasser read the Resolution Title.
PCDD Corbin gave a PowerPoint presentation on COAB Tree Planning Concepts. He
stated the remaining planting is for City Hall, Donner Park and Johansen Park. The
estimated budget is a little under $20,000 but is asking for $25,000 ($5,000 to be used as
a buffer).
Mayor Glasser opened the floor for questions. All questions were answered.
MOTION:
Motion:
Second:
To adopt Resolution No. 18-63
Blythe Waters
Candace Kelly
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
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9. ACTION ON ORDINANCES
A. ORDINANCE NO. 31-19-12, Public Hearing and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, TRANSMITTING PROPOSED EVALUATION
AND APPRAISAL REPORT BASED AMENDMENTS TO THE GOALS,
OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ALSO
TRANSMITTING A NEW MAP SERIES TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA'S
V ARlO US AGENCIES FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT; PROVIDING FOR
ADOPTION OF SAID EAR-BASED AMENDMENTS AND NEW MAP SERIES
UPON RECEIPT OF SAID COMMENTS AND COMPLETION OF THE STATE
COORDINATED REVIEW PROCESS; PROVIDING FOR PURPOSE AND
INTENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Glasser read the Ordinance Title.
PCDD Corbin gave a PowerPoint presentation on the Comprehensive Plan Update
including census data, community demographics, land use, flood information, capital
improvements updates, and updated maps.
CP Reeves presented and explained the new requirement on the Peril of Flood, the
proposed language, a comprehensive plan update, and new maps from NOAA.
Mayor Glasser opened the floor for questions. All questions were answered.
CA Durden pointed out a blank line in Section 2 of the Ordinance and suggested
"November, 20 18" be placed there instead of a specific date.
MOTION: To adopt Ordinance No. 31-19-12 as read with the amendment to Section 2.
Motion:
Second:
Candace Kelly
Cindy Anderson
Cindy Anderson (Seconded By)
Candace Kelly (Moved By)
Blythe Waters
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
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B. ORDINANCE NO. 90-19-236, Public Hearing and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 24, LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; AMENDING SECTION 24-102, ZONING
DISTRICTS ESTABLISHED; ADOPTING NEW SECTION 24-115,
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RESIDENTIAL-SELVA MARINA (R-SM); PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Glasser read the Ordinance title.
Shane Corbin explained the Ordinance, the history of the zoning issues, and the need for
the amendment.
Mayor Glasser opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers. The Public Hearing
was closed.
MOTION: To approve Ordinance No. 90-19-236 as read
Motion:
Second:
Blythe Waters
Cindy Anderson
Cindy Anderson (Seconded By)
Candace Kelly
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
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C. ORDINANCE NO. 90-19-237, Public Hearing and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, CHANGING THE ZONING DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION OF LANDS DESCRIBED WITHIN ATTACHED EXHIBIT
A FROM PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) TO RESIDENTIAL-SELVA
MARINA (R-SM); PROVIDING FINDINGS OF FACT; DIRECTING
REVISIONS TO THE CITY'S ZONING MAP; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Mayor Glasser read the Ordinance Title.
Mayor Glasser opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers. The Public Hearing
was closed.
MOTION: To adopt Ordinance No. 90-19-237 as the approval is consistent with the intent of
the comprehensive plan and the approval is in compliance with the requirements of Section 24-
51.
Motion:
Second:
Candace Kelly
Blythe Waters
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Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Moved By)
Blythe Waters (Seconded By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
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D. ORDINANCE NO. 75-18-20, Introduction and First Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF
DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, REPEALING CHAPTER 21, TRAFFIC AND
MOTOR VEHICLES, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES AS AMENDED
THROUGH ORDINANCE NUMBER 75-13-19 AND REPLACING IT WITH
EXHIBIT A AND CONTAINING SIX ARTICLES: ARTICLE I-IN GENERAL,
ARTICLE II -STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING ON PUBLIC
PROPERTY, ARTICLE III -WRECKER SERVICE, ARTICLE IV -MOTOR
VEHICLE TITLE LOANS, ARTICLE V -VEHICLES FOR HIRE, AND
ARTICLE VI -UNREGISTERED AND INOPERABLE VEHICLES;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Glasser read the Ordinance title.
CP Reeves gave a briefhistory of the Ordinance and explained the proposed changes.
Chief Cook explained the Ordinances that are currently on record are conflicting and
confusing. She assisted CP Reeves with making the changes clear and more easily
enforceable. She explained the specific areas of the Ordinances where changes were
made. All questions were answered.
MOTION: To approve Ordinance No. 75-18-20 with the amendment to change the hours from
6:00p.m. to 8:00 a.m ..
Motion:
Second:
Blythe Waters
Candace Kelly
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Seconded By)
Blythe Waters (Moved By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
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10. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
B. Discussion on Board Member Review Committee (Mayor Glasser)
Mayor Glasser talked about the issue of Chairs on sub-committees being able to vote on
potential members, which would mean the Commission must go back and re-write
everything that was previously written (members being allowed to serve on more than
one committee) She has heard from the Chairs of several committees and their feelings
are very strong about being involved in the interview process. The Commission can
reconsider their previous actions at this meeting if the Motion comes from the prevailing
side. The Commission voted for that Resolution earlier in this meeting.
CA Durden explained this can be done all in one Motion.
Mayor Glasser explained this will allow the Chairs of the Committees to serve, for a
limited purpose, on the BMRC to vote as Chair of their Committee.
MOTION: Move to reconsider Resolution No. 18-51 and Resolution No. 18-52 and Ordinance
No. 5-18-66, Ordinance No. 5-18-67, Ordinance No. 58-18-42 and Ordinance No. 58-18-43.
Motion:
Second:
Candace Kelly
Blythe Waters
Commissioner Kelly stated BMRC members met twice last week to fill vacancies on the Cultural
Arts and Recreation Advisory Committee (CARAC) and the ESC. Grant Healy and Judith
Leroux were there to participate in the interviews. She stated Mr. Healy and Ms. Leroux
expressed to her that they would like to have the privilege to vote. Discussion ensued.
CA Durden reiterated the six (6) bills (as stated in the Motion) will come back with revisions to
allow the Chairs to become voting members of the BMRC. This was confirmed by Mayor
Glasser.
Cindy Anderson
Candace Kelly (Moved By)
Blythe Waters (Seconded By)
Ellen Glasser
Motion passed 4 to 0.
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11. CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS
CC Bartle announced the Blood Drive this Friday.
CA Durden wished everyone a Happy Holiday and announced she will be out-of-town between
Christmas and the New Year.
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Chief Cook invited everyone to Cocoa and Caroling at the police station on Sunday December
23,2018 at 4:00p.m.
12. CLOSING COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY MANAGER
All of the Commissioners wish everyone a Happy Holiday.
CM Gerrity:
• Praised the City's Community Development Department for their hard work.
Mayor Glasser:
• Spoke about communicating effectively with the PPSARC about what the Commission
will be asking of them.
• Would like to see John November's presentation.
• Spoke about residents asking if the Cloister Gate can be opened on a temporary basis.
Discussion ensued about the steps that need to be taken to allow the Cloister Gate to be opened
on an emergency and/or temporary basis.
CA Durden stated, since she has not seen the agreement in awhile, she will need to look it up
for the specific language.
13. ADJOURNMENT
Attest:
There being no further discussion, Mayor Glasser declared the meeting adjourned on December
11, 2018 at 12:13 a.m.
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
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