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1998 Winter Tide Views%iii K1 -r -r D 4n10 PF I EWSLETTER OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FL QUARTERLY N VOL.6 NO.2 Ab --41111L- w 'From the Mayov City Collaborating on Projects As I write to you from my home on one of those glorious fall days, I am overwhelmed by the beauty and charm of our seaside community. Aside from the soft ocean breezes and the fabulous weather, I believe our uniqueness derives from our strong sense of community, from the very people who live here and consider themselves stewards for our high quality of life. Collaborating with other communities toward shared goals offers promise for progress on several projects. During my first year as mayor, I have attended literally hundreds of meetings in a dozen or A places from Miami to Washington, DC. My forays into Jacksonville have become more frequent as we form partnerships with Duval County for the better- ment of all. We have recently approved a four -party agreement to complete the renovations of Town Center before TIDE -VIEWS 1015 Atlantic Blvd., Suite 230 Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 next September. The four parties are Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jacksonville (Duval County) and the Town Center Agency. The work will include finishing Atlantic Boulevard from East Coast Dr. west to 3rd Street and refurbishing the "cross streets": one block of Ocean Blvd. and two blocks of 11t Street in Nep- tune Beach. continued, pg 2 Meet City Commissioner Mike Borno Originally from Indiana, Mike Borno retired from the U.S. Navy in 1983 as a Lieutenant Com- mander (LDO, DECK), after 27 years of active duty. In 1987, he completed his BA degree at Jones College. Mike met his wife Pat, a native of Brooklyn, NY, while she, too, was pulling a hitch in the Navy. They were married in 1959 and have experienced approximately 17 moves in the U.S. and overseas continued, pg 3 Bulk Rate U.S. Postage PAID Jacksonville, FL Permit No. 1645 2 From the Mayor, cont from pg 1 The cost for this project is $725,000 of which 10% is contingency funding. Atlantic Beach's portion is $162,500 or 22% of the total cost. Care will be taken to keep one side of all roads open to traffic during construction which is scheduled for June 1 through August 31. Another area of joint venture is the Mayport Water- front Partnership. Atlantic Beach and Jacksonville have combined efforts to plan for the growth and development of Mayport Village which will inevitably come with the opening of the Wonderwood Bridge to the north end of our island. Emphasis will be on preservation of the village's traditional working water- front as part of its charm. A third venture jointly undertaken with Jacksonville will result in significant improvements to our fire and rescue services. Discussions are currently underway to outsource our operations to the City of Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Dept. This is not a new concept. We realized substantial cost -savings for the City when we outsourced our refuse collection service several years ago to a private company. We have done the same thing with our motor pool services. We are exploring such an arrangement with our fire and rescue department. More important than cost - savings is the opportunity to the improve services to our residents in medical rescue calls (currently over 70% of the calls currently answered by our depart- ment). Atlantic Beach personnel will be able to ad- minister potentially life-saving medications and procedures if they arrive first on the scene. Formerly, they could only stabilize a victim and wait for the ambulance personnel to arrive. Atlantic Beach will retain control of the department in that we control the terms, conditions and costs for the improved service. We are working on many other improvements and I will try to keep you informed of them through upcom- ing Tide -Views issues. I hope to see you at the Tree Lighting Festival on December 5 and wish each and everyone a safe and happy Holiday Season of memo- rable times with friends and family. Kindest regards, S azaxne "C 44Uff4WSSY Suzanne Shaughnessy, Mayor Mayor City Attorney Suzanne Shaughnessy Alan C. Jensen (249-3044) City Manager Commissioners Jim Jarboe Richard Beaver Mike Borno City Clerk John Meserve Maureen King Theo Mitchelson Mary Walker The City Commission meets in City Hall at 7:15P. m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month. Code Enforcement BoardgrOI#"n dY' 11¢TRIes ay Tani Deitchman Ken Rogosheske Robert Etheridge Curtis M. Sanders Jr James Pelkey Lou Etta Waters Richard Mann Co unity Develooment Board���, Robert Frohwein Don Wolfson Leonard H "Buzzy' Grunthal Mary Walker Patricia Pillmore Dezmond Waters Sharette Simpkins Pension Board of Trustees 7 � k entry Cindy L. Anderson Barry Shaw John C. Fletcher Jr. Timothy Townsend Robert Jackson Tree Conservation Board9tiid _ Richard Bell Mae Jones Mary K. Emerson -Smith Dennis Sparks Judith Jacobson Recreation Advisory Board Me'lalmly, V cfl Peter Coalson Barbara Hopson Donald Coleman Stephen Jenkins Phillip Corp Michael Levine Scott Debuty Cultural Arts oarddooihd', 3"WeA Karin Clark Alice Gartland Nancy Bodge Gary Seabrook Nancy DeCandis Woody Winfree Rosemary Fletcher The Annual Tree Lighting Celebration will take place in Town Center, Saturday December 5 at 5:00 p.m. Music and entertainment from Gene Nordan, Mayport Middle School, The Mariners and other groups will be featured. Because of limited parking, a bus will pick up passengers at Donner Park and Russell Park at 4:30p.m. Call Timmy Johnson at 247-5828 for more information. The Parks and Recreation Department will collect new and used working toys for the Donner Park Com- munity Center Toy Drive. Toys can be dropped off until December 18 at the Donner Park Community Center (2072 George St.). There is a special need for toys for ages 12-14. Should you have any questions please call Gail Baker at 247-5851. The Beautification Committee will be sponsoring the Holiday Luminaria Evening Sunday, December 20th at dusk. Kits will be available at Adele Grage Community Center beginning Nov. 16, Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. We will have also have a booth at City Hall on Saturday, December 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and again at the Tree Lighting Program at Town Center. Kits contain six (6) white bags and six (6) white candles for $2.00. Proceeds are used to landscape Atlantic Beach City properties. Borno, from g 1 during Mike's military service. Their two children were born in Puerto Rico. A son LCDR L.M. Borno III, USN (SH -60 Helo Pilot) is an aerospace engineering duty officer who graduates from the U.S. Navy Test Pilot School on December 11. A daughter, Patricia Kathryn Borno is a social worker (MSW, LSCW) employed by Charter Hospital in Kissimmee, FL. Beaches residents since 1974, Mike and Pat located to Atlantic Beach upon completion of their OceanWalk home in 1986. Pat enjoys a career as a real estate agent for Watson Realty where she takes pride in assisting buyers in more than just the purchase of a house, but in helping them find a "home". Both Mike and Pat are active in many organizations: The Soup Kitchen at Mission House, OceanWalk Homeowners Association, Beaches Cold Night Shelter and St. Paul's -by -the -Sea Episcopal Church, Jacksonville Beach. The Bornos enjoy the laid back, relaxed lifestyle of the Beaches community. That's Why We're Here Dad: I didn't want to be a burden to nay daughter - she has her own family to manage and take care of. Now when we're together there's real quality time. And I can retain nay independence. Daughter: I worried about Dad living alone and not managing on his own as well as be once did. Knowing that Fleet Landing was such a wonderful retirement commu- nity, I was glad to know that Leeward Manor asssisted livinff residences were available to us when we needed it. ••• Fine Dining • Planned Social Activities ❖ Medication Management ❖ Assistance with Daily Activities ❖ Nurse on Premises 24 Hours ❖ Rehabilitation Program ❖ Respite (short term) Care Available ❖ Continuum of Care ❖ Available to the Jacksonville Community Call for a brochure today (904) 246-9900 ext.107 LEEWA-11:?-D MALNOR-0- ASSISTED LIVING FL E ESIDENCES at I All DI N' One Fleet Landing Blvd. 1� Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 www.LeewardManor.com assisted living facility A107607 qhank Ajoa LEI: 10 vqeAtth� Ajeat 6 en years ago this fall, Baptist Medical Center - Beaches began serving the community in our current facility. You've helped us thrive. Thanks to you these ten years have been phenominal in terms of utilization and growth for our medical center. We're proud to be a part of this community, and look forward to serving and growing with you for years to come. D"AlI Y l g1� BEACHES 135013th Avenue South • Jacksonville Beach, FL 247-2900 We have recently had numerous complaints about homeowners placing yard trash and debris on property other then their own. All trash and garbage must be placed at the curb in front of the house where it is generated. Small items must be placed into a trash can or plastic bag. Items more than 40 pounds or four feet in length will not be removed. Total accumulation of yard trash cannot exceed five cubic yards in one week. It is important when you hire a contractor or a yard person to insure that they are equipped to remove work related trash. Garbage cans and bags should not The City Commission has recently passed a revised Animal Control Ordinance and authorized the addi- tion of a full-time Animal Control Officer. Dogs and cats may not be running at large. Owners must clean up after their pets, and they must carry materials or utensils for that purpose while walking their animals. All dogs and cats must be licensed by Atlantic Beach, and the animals must have up-to-date rabies inocula- tions. Fines for violations have increased: First Violation. Fine 0 If not paid within 14 days Subpoena to appear in front of the Code Enforcement Board after 30 days where fines may be imposed up to $250 per event n iiolla fl rr: $100 Fine $150 if not paid within 14 days Subpoena to appear in front of the Board after 30 days where fines may be imposed up to $250 per event Third + Violations- Mandatory iolation -Mandatory appearance in front of Board Citations may be issued based on a sworn affidavit from an adult witness. This is intended to address violations that occur where there are witnesses to an event and when there is no Animal Control Officer at the scene. It will only be used in extreme cases, and it is not intended to be used as a mechanism for each and every violation witnessed by a citizen. Summaries of the revised ordinance are being prepared for distri- bution at City Hall and the Department of Public Safety. be put out prior to 6:00 p.m. the day prior to collection and should be returned to their normal place beforeCla � 4% A midnight of that same day. Bags torn open are your responsibility. If you are planning the removal of a large quantity of material from your yard, call Public Works and set up a pick up date. Public Works -Ifyou have any questions or comments for the Public Works Department, please contact us at 247-5834. Levy Road Improvements The projected completion date is the end of January, 1999. The contractor, Petticoat Contracting, Inc., is in the process of installing the 10" water main on the north side of the road, and the extensive amount of underground telephone utilities is making the project very challenging. The new water line will enhance service and fire protection for all businesses and residences in the vicinity. After water utility work is complete, the roadway work will begin. The roadway will be widened to 24' with a 2' shoulder on each side. We appreciate your continued patience during construction. Wonderwood Connector The Jacksonville Transit Authority is completing plans for the Wonderwood Connector, which will connect 9A and the Regency Area to Mayport Road in the North Beach Area. This project will require the City of Atlantic Beach to relocate utility lines in order to accommodate the new roadway and bridge eleva- tions. The Wonderwood Connector will provide another East-West route to the beaches, reduce con- gestion on Mayport Road, and increase our ability to evacuate in the event of a hurricane or other disaster. Water Line Projects Engineering design contracts will be awarded for the replacement of old 2" water lines with new 6" water lines on sections of Ardella Road, Country Club Lane, Selva Marina Circle, Jackson Road, Club Drive, Lewis Street, Robert Street, Live Oak Lane, Mayport Road, Gavigan Road, Cavalla Road, Ocean Boulevard, Mayport Terrace, and Beach Avenue. The new lines Will improve water flow and fire protection in the areas. Core City's Stormwater Project Engineering proposals were received on November 18 for the Design Modification to the Stormwater Collection and Tailwater Control. The firm selected by the City Commission will have six months to complete the work after receiving a notice to proceed. The engineering firm will use innovative approaches to resolve concerns expressed by the citizens of Atlan- tic Beach, especially re-routing the drainage system around Howell and Preben Johansen Parks. 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(Street Lights) 632-0300 Parks & Recreation Dept. 247-5828 Police & Fire Emergencies 911 Fire Dept./ Non -emergencies 247-5859 Police Records 247-5863 Police Dispatch 247-5859 Property Appraisers Office 630-2011 Public Works 247-5834 Purchasing 247-5818 Recycle Hotline 247-5834 Tax Collector's Office 630-2000 Utility Billing/New Connections 247-5816 Water/Sewer Problems 247-5834 Atlantic Beach Elementary School 247-5924 Beaches Chamber of Commerce 247-3868 Bus Schedule Information 630-3100 Councilman Dick Brown (Dist. 3) 630-1386 Dial -A -Ride 246-1477 Driver's License Bureau 270-2512 Fletcher Middle School 247-5929 Fletcher Senior High School 247-5905 Mayport Middle School 247-5977 Public Library (Beaches) 241-1141 Rep. Joe Arnall (State House Dist 19) 249-1990 Supervisor of Elections 630-1410 Tax Collector (Auto Tags) 246-7407 State of Florida Information 359-6000 Activities Interactive Play Market Crafts, Magicians, Activities) 5:30 - 8:30 Atlantic Beach Elementary Mask Makin Festive New Year's Eve Attire 7:30 - 10:30 Atlantic Beach Elementary 50 Calibre Blues 9:00 - 11:15 Atlantic Beach El Star Gazing M. O. S.H Provides 8:00 - 11:00 Howell Park / Ad Performances Gyr Carden - Storyteller, Folklorist North Carolina Consultant on Appalachian Culture Performances at 7:15 and 9:15 Adele Grage Community Center Jennifer Chase - Sin Singer Songwriter Acoustic Blues and Alternative Folk Originals Performances at 9:15 and 10:15 Community Presbyterian Church First Coast Bell Ringers - Handbell Ensemble Performances 6:45, 8:00 and 10:00, Atlantic Beach ;elementary, 8:45 Community Presbyterian Church med Classical Musicians usic - Period Costumes itic Beach Elementary erian Church P ular, Gospel, Ixncl�olkM s c �nRich Harmonies Performances a 6 45 at Atlane Beach Elementary 7:QQ and $ Qp at Ccrnrnuttu:1'resbvterian Church Beach Elementary rnd ofjazz, folk andpop music 0 at City Hall CabaretAct of Geishzvin, Porter and Berlin Trines Performances at 8:15 and 10:15 Robin Bach - Performing Songwriter Conteniporm y and Traditional Folk Music Performances begin at 7:00 and 9:00 Atlantic Beach Elementary School Benkadi - African Drummers 9:30 - 11:15 City Hall 11:30 Bonfire Finale, Russell Park Mike Walls - Harpist Classically -Trained Professional, jazz Musician Performances at 8:00 and 10:00 Community Presbyterian Church Ace Winn - Sin erg / Songwriter Acoustic Music for the Soul Performances at 7:15 and 8:15 Community Presbyterian Church New Year's Bonfire Finale 11:30 - Midnight Russell Park FULL SERVICE SALON Appointment Not Always Necessary Atlantic Village 9 991 Atlantic Blvd. 249-4140 acrylic & fiberglass nails manicures e pedicures EMMERGENcy CARE MINOR & MAJOR &RGERIE r car in good health. 24 years experience. MV 7 0-454 LA ••• NMP P4 I 1: - 1 F t Tips for a Safe 1 . 1 1 1 1. The Holidays are here again. This should bring a few things to mind.The weather is getting colder, make sure you keep space heaters away from bedding, drapes, walls and other things that can burn. Always use the proper fuel for liquid -fuel space heaters and make sure the type of heater you are using has a label from a safety laboratory. Fireplaces - Have your fireplace inspected by a professional and cleaned if necessary. Always use a fire screen, and never burn trash or paper in a fireplace. Remove ashes in a metal container, and never store them in your home. Candles - Always place them in non -tip candle holders. Keep candles well away from curtains and other combustibles. Never leave candles burning unattended or within the reach of children and make sure you extinguish them before leaving home or going to bed. Holiday lights - Be sure all lights bear the label of an independent testing laboratory. Replace any light set that has cracked or frayed cords or loose connec- tions. Do not overload outlets or run extension cords under carpets, across doorways, on or under heaters, or pinched behind furniture. Make sure to unplug all decorative lights before leaving home or going to bed. Never use electric lights on a metal Christmas tree. Christmas trees - Choose a fresh tree. Cut your tree trunk at an angle and place it securely in a large non - tip stand. Be sure your tree has water constantly. Set up your tree away from exits, fireplaces, and heat sources. If you use an artificial tree, be sure that it is labeled as flame-retardant. If you forgot to change your smoke detector battery at the end of daylight savings time, now would be a good time to do so. B ds, Wear Your Helmets! The Police Department has started to emphasize the enforcement of bicycle helmet laws throughout the City. Officers have warned children in the past, but verbal warnings were not effective in gaining compli- ance. For this reason, the department has adopted several new enforcement strategies to deal with the problem.When a child under the age of sixteen (16) is riding a bicycle without wearing an approved helmet on his/her head, the officers will obtain the child's name, address, and telephone number. The Police Department will contact the child's parent(s) or legal guardian to assure that they are aware of the viola- tions. In extreme cases, the officers may issue citations for violations of the helmet law. The purpose of the helmet law is intended to protect bicyclists on the roadways. A helmet offers protection against serious head truama injuries. Explorer Post Forming The Atlantic Beach Police Department has started a Police Explorer Post. It is largely intended to provide a career step and indoctrination period for young men and women, ages 14 to 20, who are interested in police work as a career. It will encourage good citizenship, education, training, ethics, community service and responsibility. For information, contact Dennis Alexander or Ken Wilson at 247-5859. In Triq Out The Best IN You Select your most flattering makeup shades based on your skin tone, hair color, wardrobe choices and lifestyles. Call today for a free consultation, W I Y/ I Margaret Gorinly Senior Sales Director L2243 Beachcomber Trail, Atlantic Beach (904) 247-2868 -Tree Trimmings •Wonderful Gifts ®Custom Made Baskets 40 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach 249-5182 Marls your calendar for the Under the Stars Family Camp out tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 6. Please refer to your local newspaper in January for more information. The Parks & Recreation Department is always looking for volunteers to assist with arts and crafts classes, tennis lessons, homework assistance, computer training and so on. Call Timmy Johnson at 247-5828. P.�:.., e�" t .fif isea. uc Fourth St. A concrete driveway replacement has been installed to match the oyster and coquina shell surface. New plailts and shrubs are scheduled for replacement in the coming weeks. Seventh St. Preliminary plans are being reviewed for a complete overhaul. Eighth St. A new wooded walkway has been added. Hopefully, a group will form to do some much needed planting in that area. Eleventh St. A shower, bench and landscaping have been installed. Dewees St. Residents can now meander down a red brick path with shrubs and plants. Thirteenth St. This gem helped us take second place in this year's statewide Florida Native Plant Society contest! Thanks to the Beach Access & Street End Com- mittees and groups for all your planning, hard work and devotion in keeping our community a Beaches' showplace! If you are interested in being a part of the Beautifi- cation Committee, please join us on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the confer- ence room of the Atlantic Beach City Hall. ABET Winter Productions The Littlest Angel Performed by Acting Up A dramatization of the charming classic beloved by all ages, based on a story by Charles Tazewell. December 3, 4,5, 10, 11) 12 - 7:00 p.m. FM The Gingerbread Lady A comedy -drama by Neil Simon Funny, poignant look at a former singer's personal struggles with an ex -lover, her precocious young daughter and her eccentric actor friends. December 5 and 12 - 2:00 p.m. January 7, 8, 9,14,15,16, 21, 22, 23 - 8:00 p.m. January 10 - 2:00 p.m. You may recall that the Program, Neighbor to City Commission, in Neighbor. January 1997, authorized a First, we would like to program for all of us to help thank the residents who less fortunate citizens of our signed up to contribute to City. That program is called "Atlantic Beach Cares." Many citizens signed up for this program which added $1, $2, $5 a month, or more to their utility bill and this has been used to help those who have difficulty in paying their utility bill because of their economic situation. The program is modeled after Jacksonville Electric Authority's (JEA) this most worthwhile program. Your generosity has helped those who have had difficulty in paying their utility bills during the past year, and we would like to give you an update on the activity that has occurred. Since the program was adopted in January 1997, $1,262 has been collected ries, have received emer- gency assistance for a total amount of $639.22. Thus, the average amount of emergency assistance per household has been $63.92. Clients are screened care- fully by a social service agency who administers the program, so that the money will go to those who need it most, and the City is provided with periodic reports indicating the funds that were distributed. Unfortunately, we have and, thus far, 11 households, not had very many citizens with a total of 27 beneficia- who signed up to partici- pate in this program. If you have not signed up and wish to do so, we are providing you with an authorization form below. Please fill out the form and return it to the City Hall, 800 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233. If you have any questions please feel free to call me or my assistant, Trudy, at 247- 5806. Sincerely, James R. Jarboe City Manager YES, I want to help my neighbor. I hereby authorize the City ofAtlantic Beach to add the authorized amount indicated below to my water bill and to continue untill notify the City offltlantic Beach thatl no longer wish to participate. Water account number Name (please print) Service Address: City State Zip Phone Number Amount of Atlantic Beach Cares gift: $1 $2 $5 other $ Please send your completed authorization form to 800 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233 or drop it off at the City Hall in a special drop box. TIDE -VIEWS LJJA(��T71 i�UY �YL.T `Y(�)Jj M8AV WJT�rj in�Z jly pj 41TJATA8N ps' ae�� hcl r` a a Cowntry Ctw4l ;etebra�te­-I 1€ "FS CAN I rf I GCUF's r • rg lFi F ���,"4- •ter '� (,� J @ 246-482 F u F IT'� Years in LI­11!­1,�((,1r Mantic beach, FfP, . TRADITION... WITH AN EYE ON THE FUTURE. E FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT KIRSTEN NIRA 7 ARSAmerican Residential Services, Inc. BEACHES REPAIR & REPIPE SPECIALISTS f'SINCE 1958" • SLAB LEAKS • WATER HEATERS • WATER SOFTENERS • CFC#056776