04-14-97CTTY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
COMMISSION MEETING -April 14, 1997
AGENDA
Call to order
Invocation and pledge to the flag
1. Approval of the minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting of March 24, 1997
2. Recognition of Visitors:
A. Recognition of 60th Anniversary of Boy Scout Troop No. 37
B. Recognition of 9-1-1 Communications Operators by the City of Jacksonville
3. Unfinished Business:
4. Consent Agenda:
A. Acknowledge receipt of monthly reports from Code Enforcement, Fire and
Recreation Departments
'"~` 5. Action on Resolutions:
A. Resolution of Esteem -Commissioner Reed
B. Resolution No. 97-12: A RESOLUTION OF TF.tE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
TRANSFERRING CERTAIN MONIES BETWEEN FUNDS
6. Action on Ordinances:
A. Ordinance No. 60-97-10: Public Hearing and Final Reading
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH AMENDING
CHAPTER 17, SIGNS AND ADVERTISING STRUCTURES; PROVIDING FOR
AMORTIZATION OF NON-CONFORMING SIGNS; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
7. New Business:
A. Public Hearing and action on an application for a Use by Exception filed by Atlantic
Beach Assembly of God Church to operate a child care facility at 680 Mayport Road,
on property zoned Commercial General (CG)
B. Action on a request from Aqua East for return of their donation toward the
landscaping of Atlantic Boulevazd medians
C. Reject all bids received under Bid No. 9697-9 fmr painting of City Hall and Public
Safety Building
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ATLANTIC
BEACH CITY COMMISSION HELD IN CITY HALL, 800 SEMINOLE
ROAD, AT 7:15 PM ON MONDAY, APRIL 14, 1997
PRESENT: Lyman Fletcher, Mayor
John Meserve
Tim Reed
Steve Rosenbloom,
Suzanne Shaughnessy, Commissioners
AND: Alan C. Jensen, City Attorney
Jim Jarboe, City Manager
Maureen-King, City Clerk
The meeting was called to order. The invocation was offered by Mayor Pro
Tem Steve Rosenbloom, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led
by Scout JeffBanks of Troop 37.
1. Approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held
March 24. 1997.
Motion: Approve minutes of the Regular Meeting held
March 24, 1997
The motion carried unanimously.
2 Recognltion of Visitors:
A. Recognition of 60th Anniversary of Boy Scout Troop No. 37
In honor of the 60th anniversary of Boy Scout Troop No. 37, Mayor Pro Tem
Rosenbloom presented two historic pictures of the troop, circa 193E - 1939 to
the current Scout Master, Donald Erkfitz, for placement in the Scout Hut.
Mayor Pro Tem Rosenbloom thanked current and past members of tPne troop
for their contributions to the City of Atlantic Beach.
The following past members were acknowledged: Charter Scouts from 1937
Paul Wilcox and Buddy Purser, and Scouts from 1938 Buddy Mabn~, Bobby
Purser, Garland Jonas, Fred Allen, Harry Burns, Albert Stoddard and Jimmy
Cranford.
Commissioner Shaughnessy arrived at the meeting at 7:25 p.m.
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B. Recognition of 9-1-1 Communications Operators by the City of
Jacksonville
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Mayor Pro Tem Rosenbloom read the Resolution from the Ciry of J"acksonville
commemorating the 10th anniversary of 9-1-1 service in Jacksonville and
thanking the city's 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Officers/Dispatchers for
their outstanding contribution to public safety.
Public Safety Director Thompson and. Mayor Pro Tem Rosenbloom then
presented the Resolution to Jeannie Brown, Communications Supen~isor, and
Angela Key, an Emergency Communications Officer with the Public Safety
Department. Pat Welte, 9-1-1 Coordinator for Duval County, who was
instrumental in getting the system up and running ten years ago, was also
introduced. Public Safety Director Thompson thanked Ms. Welte for her
valuable assistance through the yeazs.
C. Charles Quick of Seabreeze Beach Service
Chales Quick who is operating Seabreeze Beach Service from the Sea Turtle
Inn appeared before the Commission to request permission to operate a banana
`~ boat ride from the hotel site.
Mr. Quick was told the current ordinance does not permit motorizes] boats to
operate within 200' of the beach. City Attorney Jensen advised the ordinance
would have to be amended to allow the request.
Mayor Pro Tem Rosenbloom stated that since he had not seen the request
before tonight, he would like to defer discussion of the request until. the next ~
meeting in order to have time to review the materials presented.
It was the consensus of the Commission to defer action on the request to the
April 28, 1997 meeting.
D. Sun Quest Trees
Commissioner Shaughnessy read a letter from Sun Quest Trees of California,
suppliers of the date palm trees planted on Atlantic Boulevard, thanking the city
for its beautification efforts and stating the company was donating a date palm
tree to the city for planting in Bull Park. Coffee mugs and dates from the
company were given each Commissioner.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rosenbloom read the ordinance by title only. He then opened
the public hearing and invited comments from those present. No one spoke in
favor of or in opposition to the ordinance and the public hearing was declared
closed. Mayor Pro Tem Rosenbloom then stated he would like to defer action
on the proposed ordinance until the next meeting and hold a Workshop on the
ordinance in the meantime.
Motion: Defer action on Ordinance No. 60-97-10 until the neat
Commission Meeting and continue the public hearing at that time.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
7. New Business:
A. Public Hearing and action on an application for a Use by Exception
f`ded by Atlantic Beach Assembly of God Church to operate a child
care facility at 680 Mayport Road, on property zoned Cc~mmerciat
'~ General (CG)
Community Development I}irector Worley explained that the church: located at
680 Mayport Road wished to operate a child care facility on property zoned
Commercial General (CG) and had been approved by Child and Protective
Services for fifty-eight children.
Motion: Grant Use-by-Exception to Atlantic Beach Assemmbly of
God Church to operate a child care facility at 680 Mayport Road
on property zoned Commercial General (CG), subject tco a
limitation of fifty-eight (58) children as permitted by state
regulations, and as recommended by Staff that the exception be
granted specifically to the Atlantic Beach Assembly of God Church
for this location only.
Mayor Pro Tem Rosenbloorn then opened the public hearing and no one spoke
in favor of or in opposition to the use-by-exception request. The pubblic hearing
was declared closed.
There was no discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
.~-. B. Action on a request from Aqua East for return of their donation
toward the landscaping of Atlantic Boulevard medians
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City Manager Jarboe explained Aqua East made the donation for landscaping
the medians when it was thought local businesses would be responsible for
landscaping the medians near their place of business. Aqua East is requesting
a refund of their $1,000.00 donation because grant monies are now being used
for the landscaping project.
Some discussion ensued and Beautification Coordinator Carl Walker suggested
the money be refunded from the Beautification budget to avoid the .need for a
budget resolution.
Motion: Return $1,000.00 donation to Aqua East from
Beautification Budget (Account 001-5003-542-4600)..
There was no further discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
C. Reject all bids received under Bid No. 9697-9 for painting of City
Hall and Public Safety Building
City Manager Jarboe stated the Awards Committee recommended rejecting the
one bid received, rewriting the bid specifications to allow agreater-number of
painting contractors the opportunity to submit bids and rebidding the project.
Motion: Reject all bids received under Bid No. 9697-9 for painting
of City Hall and the Public Safety. Building, rewrite the bid
specifications and rebid the project.
There was no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously.
D. Appointment to the City Commission seat being vacated by
Commissioner Reed (Seat 3) for a term to expire on November 4,
1997.
Mayor Pro Tem Rosenbloom stated the Charter was vague concerning
whether or not Commissioner Reed could vote on his replacement and he
believed it was right for Comnissioner Reed, who was elected by the people, to
have an opportunity to vote on his replacement.
Commissioner Meserve read Section I2 of the City Charter as follows: "If any
~^ vacancy occurs in the City Commission, the City Commission shall elect, within
fifteen (15) days of the vacancy, by the affirmative votes of not less than three
members, an eligible person, as defined in Sec. (section) 6 of this artiicle to fill
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the vacancy until the next general election."
After reading Section 12 of the Charter, Commissioner Meserve the~~ made the
following motion:
Motion: "It is moved that the Commission interprets the language
of Section 12 of the Charter of Atlantic Beach to allow tine voting
process to fill a Commission vacancy as outlined in Section 12, to
be held at any scheduled meeting of the Commission following
official notification of such Commission vacancy, and prior to 15
days following the effective date of vacancy."
At this point Commissioner Shaughnessy made the following motion.:
Motion: Defer action on the motion, place the item last on the
agenda and take a fifteen minute break to allow time for the Mayor
to arrive at the meeting.
There was no discussion and the motion failed by a three to one vote with
Commissioners Meserve, Reed, and Rosenbloom voting nay. -
As the discussion continued concerning if the voting to fill the vacancy could
occur before the actual vacancy, Commissioner Shaughnessy inquired
regarding the City Attorney's interpretation of ... "within fifteen (15) days of
the vacancy, ..."
City Attorney Jensen stated reasonable interpretation would be within fifteen
days mgr the vacancy occurs, but the Commission must make the interpretation
of the intent of the Charter..
Commmissioner Shaughnessy stated she opposed Commissioner Reed voting on
his replacement.
Commissioner Rosenbloom stated he believed he should vote because it would
be consistent with the will of the people.
Commissioner Reed concurred and stated he wanted to participate irn the
selection process.
Commissioner Meserve stated because the City does business in advance of the
need, Commissioner Reed's participation in the selection process would be part
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of the normal course of events.
J.P. Marchioli of 414 Sherry Drive asked what would happen if Commissioner
Reed decided he did not want to resign from his position and was told the letter
of resignation was irrevocable.
Mayor Fletcher arrived at the meeting at 8:05 p.m. and was apprised. of the
earlier discussion and motion on the floor.
Concerning the discussion which occwred prior to his arrival, Mayor F-etcher
stated it was his interpretation of the Charter that the election to fill ache vacancy
should occur after the vacancy occurs.
The question was called and the motion passed by a three to two voi:e with
Commissioner Shaughnessy and Mayor Fletcher voting nay.
~ Mayor Fletcher then explained the nominating process according to Robert's
Rules of Order; the official rules of procedure for the Commission, and stated.
nominations did not require a second.
Commissioner Rosenbloom stated he would like to suspend the use of Robert's
Rules of Order, allow each applicant time to speak, nominate everyone who
applied, and then take the list of applicants and vote from the list to see if one
person would receive a majority vote.
Mayor Fletcher then allowed the following applicants to speak briefly of their
qualifications and reasons for wanting to fill the Seat 3 vacancy: Richard M.
Beauer, Louis M. "Mike" Borno, Dorothy Kerber; Stephen Kuti, J.l'.
Marchioli, G.E. "Ed" Martin, Andrea M. Pennell, Donald L. Phillips, Martha
W. Read, Mark E. Ritter and J. Dezmond Waters. Applicant Tim Kubiak was
not in attendance.
The applicants' letters and resumes are attached and made part of t}v's official
record as Attachment A.
A brief discussion ensued concerning the nomination process to be used.
Motion: Suspend use of Robert's Rules of Order, nominate everyone
~^^ on the list of applicants and vote from the list to see if one applicant
will receive the required majority vote.
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There was no further discussion and the motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Fletcher called for a roll call vote and Commissioners
Meserve, Reed, Rosenbloom and Shaughnessy voted in flavor of
Mike Borno and Mayor Fletcher voted in favor of Dezmond
Waters. Mike Borno was declared winner of Commission Seat 3 by
a four to one majority roll call vote.
After the voting, Mayor Fletcher urged the unsuccessful candidates not to be
discouraged and to consider running for office in the October election.
Mayor Fletcher called for a ten minute recess and the meeting reconvened at
9:05 p.m.
Wonderwood Expressway Meeting
~ Mayor Fletcher reported there would be a meeting concerning the proposed
Wonderwood Expressway at 7:00 p.m. on April 17, 1997 at Landmark Middle
School and urged those in attendance to go and support the project.
E. Discussion and/or action regarding Aquatic Gardens storm water
retention pond
Alan Potter of 374 Second Street gave each Commissioner a copy of a letter
dated April 14, 1997. Mr. Potter read and commented on the contents of the
letter, which presented a maintenance history of the retention pond, and
requested that the city resume maintenance of the pond. The letter is attached
hereto and made part of this official record as Attachment B.
There was no Commission discussion or action on the request.
8. City Manager Reports and/or Correspondence:
A: Report relative to Smoke Detector Fund Raiser
Fire Inspector Elyse Weimraub requested Commission permission to conduct a
"Celebrity Bagging Event" being organized by the Fire Department to raise
funds to provide smoke detectors for low income families.
After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Commission to .>upport the
proposed event.
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9. Reports and/or requests from City Commissioners, City
Attorney and City Clerk
City Manager Jarboe
Community Development Block Grant Deadline for Application
City Manager Jarboe reported the City of Jacksonville had moved the deadline
for application up two months without prior notice, and requested Commission
authorization to sign the grant application with. the understanding the scope of
the work maybe amended at a later date if it proves necessary.
Motion: Authorize City Manager Jarboe to sign the Community
Development Block Grant application with the understanding that
the scope of the work may be amended at a later date if necessary.
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Wonderwood Expressway Meeting
Commissioner Shaughnessy reiterated the importance of the upcomung meeting
and urged all those present to and support the proposed expressway.
Commissioner Shaughnessy pointed out that 35,000 people live north of
Atlantic Boulevard and would benefit greatly from the project.
Commissioner Reed
Commissioner Reed thanked the citizens for allowing him the opporl;unity to
serve the City of Atlantic Beach and stated he was proud of the city's hard
working, dedicated staff and the accomplishments the city had made during his
tenure.
Commissioner Reed encouraged those who had expressed an interest in his seat
to run for election.
Commissioner Rosenbloom
Commissioner Rosenbloom wished Commissioner Reed "good luck" in his new
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Mayor Fletcher
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Sign Ordinance Workshop
Mayor Fletcher asked to reschedule the Sign Ordinance Workshop.
After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Commission to hold the
Workshop Meeting for final review of the ordinance at 6:15 p.m. on Monday,
Apri128, 1997, just prior to the regularly scheduled Commission Meeting.
Mayor Fletcher also thanked Commissioner Reed for his work and wished him
well.
There being no further discussion or business to come before the Commission,
the meeting adjourned at 9:30 PM.
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Louis M. Borno, Jr.
223 Ocean Forest Drive North
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
(904)246-9383
City of Atlantic Beach, FL.,
Mayor Lyman Fletcher and
City Commissioners
Dear Mayor Fletcher and City Commissioners:
I have served the City of Atlantic Beach, FL., in the past when ewer called upon and am willing if
selected by the City Commission of Atlantic Beach, FL to serve out the remainder of
~^^ Commissioner Tim Reed's term.
I work and live in Atlantic Beach. I do not have any motive or agenda other than I am a citizen
who feels strongly that it is our individual duty to serve when ever one can.
I am conservative and support our local form of government.
Thank You for considering my offer to serve.
Sincerely,
Louis "Mike" Borno, Jr
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Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
April 10, 1997
Mayor and Commissioners
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
Attention: Mrs. Maureen King, City Clerk
Dear Mrs. King:
As requested by Mayor Fletcher at the March 24th Caimdssion meeting, I am filing
mty request to be considered for the appointment to fill the period remaining open
on Commissioner Tim Reed's position, Atlantic Beach Commission Seat 3, until
the next election. It is understood Commissioner Reed's resignation is effective
April 15, 1997.
The records at City Hall will show I have served on numerous committees and boards
since 1957. Among the boards and committees: The Board of Adjustment from 1977-1987;
Beaches Hospital Board of Trustees, 1983-1994; Beaches Area Study Commission,
1970's; Tree Com[mi.ttee, Charter Revision Committee far Atlantic Beach, Zoning -
Conmittee, 1980-1990's.
For over 10 years I served as a Voter Registration Deputy Registrar for the present
,~-. and prior Supervisor of Elections for Duval County, and on the Two-Term Limit
camnittee to place this question before the voters.
Business experience: With my family - over 15 years, Ixi the family corporation of
indoor advertising nationwide -served as Executive Vice President 13 years.
The records will verify Iran for Commission Seat 2, October, 1995.
My concern and interest in good government has not decreased. over these years. Have
attended approximately 95$ of the Atlantic Beach Commission meetings since 1956.
Your consideration of this letter of application to continue my service to the
Atlantic Beach caremmity will be appreciated.
Very truly yours,
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Dorothy \ICelfber
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275 5`" Street
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
April 3, 1997
Maureen King, City Clerk
City of Atlantic Beach
Cdy Hall
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Dear Ms. King,
Please accept this letter as notification that I wish to be considered as a candidate for Commissioner
Tim Reed's vacated City Commission seat .
In the selection process, the Mayor and Commission should note that I have been involved for neady
30 years in community development, urban study and related activities. As an educator, planning
practitioner, researcher as well as achieving a certain success within the business community, I have
participated at all levels of community imrolvement. I am aware o1` the needs of this community and
the processes by which these needs can be addressed.
Philosophically and practically, I believe in fiscal responsibility. as manifest in past elections. This
attitude should not be construed as obstructionist but rather as the reasonable balancing of fiscal
resources for the benefd of our community. Tax revenues should generate guided and prudent urban
development activities and services. Atlantic Beach possesse<a human and physical resources
unmatched among the Beaches communities in Dwal County. These resources should be enhanced
as well as nurtured within the framework of responsible city government.
In that regard, I would pledge to maintain the already high levels of government integrity within our city
and continue to improve our physical, cuRural and economic environment. To that end, I wish to
submit my name for consideration. Also enctosed is my resume. Please feel free to contact me for
add'Rional information.
Thank you.
Sincerely, /~2%~'~_
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Tim Kubiak
TIMOTHY J. KUBIAK
275 5th Street
Atlantic Beach, FL, 32233
(904)241-1711
PERSONAL DATA:
Residence: Atlantic Beach, Duval County, Florida
Marital Status: Married (Lavinia Harvey)
Social Security Number: 289-36-0425
PROFESSIONAL
Broker: (Sept., 1996 to Present), Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker, Nicholson Properties, Inc.,
(May, 1995 to Sept., 1996), Watson Realty Corp., Atlantic Beach.
Profes~r: (August, 1973 to June, 1994) Department of Geography and Planning, Kentucky
University, Richmond, KY.
Courses: Geography, Urban and Regional Planning, Travel and Tourism Development,
Economic Geography, Cottservation.
Research Assistant: (Sept., 1971 to July, 1973) Department of Resource Development,
Michigan State University and the Economic Research Seavice, USDA, East Lansing, MI.
LtstruMOr of Geography: (Sept., 1967 to Sept., 1971) Depamnent of Geography, Wright State
University, Dayton, OH.
NDEA Fellow: (1968) University of Florida, Gainesville, FL.
Urban Planner. (April, 1966 to August, 1967) Michigan Department of State Highways, Lansing, MI.
Research Assistant: (1965) Institute for Community Development and School of Urban Planning,
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.
ACADEMIC TRAINING:
Ph.D., Michigan State University, 1973
Field: Resource Development
Related Fields: Geography, Parks and Recreation Resources
Dissertation: "Decision Makers' Attitudes Towazd Development Program Effectiveness."
M.A., Michigan State University, 1967
Major: Geography
Related Field: Urban Planring
B.A., University of Toledo, 1965
Major: Geography
Related Fields: Sociology, Urban Planning
CONSULTING:
City of Corbin, Kentucky, Comprehensive Plan, 1991-92.
City of Berea, Kentucky, General Planning, 1984-85.
Community Mental Health Services Board, Athens, Ohio, Community Survey, 1979.
City of Richmond,. Kentucky, Urban Renewal Plan, 1977-79.
Aviation Plan Review Committee, Commonwealth of Kentucky, 1976-77.
City of Richmond, Kentucky, Comprehensive Plan, 1976.
USDA, Forest Service, Boone National Forest, Economic Planning, 1975.
Department of Natural Resources, Commonwealth of KY, Surface Mine Pollution Abatement, 1974-75.
GRANTS AND AWARDS:
.Senior Fulbright Scholar, Fulbright-Hays Grant, Council for the International Exchange of Scholars,
University of Lisbon, Portugal, 1984.
Kentucky Humanities Council, Workshop and Survey, Attitudes Toward Planning, 1978-79.
Division of Institutional Research, Aviation Planning, Eas[em 1{entucky University, 1975-76.
NASA-ASEE Faculty Fellowship, NASA Langely Research Center, Hampton, VA, 1975. ,
Appalachian Regional Commission, Surface Mine Pollution Abatement, Socio-Economic Study; 1974.
Dirision of Institutional Research, Urbart Analysis, Eastern Kentucky University, 1973.
Liberal Arts Research and Development Fund, Urban Research, Wright State University, 1969.
National Defense Education Administration, Fellowship, University of Florida, 1968.
PUBLICATIONS AND PAPERS:
BOOKS: Companion Guide To Portueal, Hippocrene Books Inr,., New York, 1989.
The Soup Line, A S. Barnes & Co., New Jersey, Thomas Yoseloff, London, 1973
ARTICLES AND REPORTS: Twelve articles and reports dealing with comprehensive
development plans, urban renewal, citizen participation and aviation development.
Complete citations upon request.
PAPERS: Twelve papers presented at various regional and natio~ual conferences. Topics include
community development, land use issues, aviation and growth management.
Complete citations upon request.
MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS:
Jacksonville and Beaches Chamber of Commerce (Tourism Development Committee, Economic
Development Cormnittce).
NE Florida Association of Realtors.
Jacksonville Beaches Hospitality Network.
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of Realtors.
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP Charter Member, 1978).
Fulbright Scholars Association.
Gamma Theta Upsilon -Geographic Honorary Society.
Polish Institute of Arts and Sciences in America. (Elected, 1988).
National Trust For Historic Preservation.
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
Friends of the Buccaneer Trail, Inc., Board of Directors (FL AlA Scenic By-way), 1996.
First Night-Atlantic Beach, Steering Committee, 1996.
Museum of Science & History, Jacksonville, FL, Volunteer v
Rotary Club (Richmond, KY), Director, 1987-89; Vice-President, 1989-90; President, 1990-91;
Paul Hazris Fellow Award, 1993.
Child Development Centers of the Bluegrass, Advisory Boazd Chairman, 1989-92.
Friendship Half-Way House, Boazd of Directors, 1992.
Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Madison County, KY, Advisory Boazd, 1991..
Downtown Revitalization Committee, Richmond, KY, 1991-93.
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (member since 1992).
Listed in American Biographical Institute, Personalities of the Sontt~ 12th Edition.
Listed in Who's Who in the South and Southwest. Vol. 22.
Listed in Contemnorarv Authors. Vol. 61.
Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels (Recipient, 1979).
REFERENCES:
Jcel Mathis, President/Broker, The Terra Group, Inc., St. Augustine, FL
(904) 824-8002.
Janet Palmer, Vice-PresidenUBroker, Watson Realty Corp., Atlaxitic Beach, FL.
(904) 249-3804.
Aden Frye, Architect, Jacksonville, FL, (904) 387-1482.
Andrew Liliskis, Chairman, Friends of the Buccaneer Trail, Inc.
(904) 251-2410.
Joseph R Schwendeman, Vice-President for Administration, Eastern Kentucky University,
Richmond, KY, (606) 622-2222.
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Robert J. Miller, Professor, Curriculum and Instmction, Eastern Kentucky University,
Richmond, KY, (606) 622-2167.
Dennis E. Quillen, Professor, Department of Geography, Eastern Kentucky University,
Richmond, KY (606) 622-1418.
Melvin Fannin, President, Fannin Construction Company, Jacksonville, FL,
(904) 641-1001.
March 26, 1997
COMMISSIONERS
City of Atlantic Beach-Florida
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Re: Vacant commissioner's seat
I am submitting my name for consideration to fill the position
of COMMISSIONER vacated by the Honorable Tim Reed.
I am a graduate of the Military Academy of Hungary and live in
the United States since 1956. The last 26 years, I was employed
by the Engineered Products Division of HARSCO Corporation as
~"~" Director of Process Technology and later as Manager-Internatonal
Group.
My technical papers relating to pharmac~utcal,detergents,food,
powder metals and polymer manufacturing were presented to their
respective engineering societies and published in engineering
magazines.
I speak 3 languages and I am the Vice President of the SELVA
LINKSIDE Unit 1 homeowners association.
My wife Doris and I, reside at 1132 Linlcside Drive. As any
informed citizen should, I attend the Commisioner's meetings
fairly regularly and follow the work of our elected and .City
officials.
If selected, I will serve the city to the best of my ability.
Sincerely Yours,
.~.Ty.F.,.r.~. a . trCwG~
Stephen A. Kuti
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Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Tel: 246-3700
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Mrs. Maureen King, Clerk
City of Atlantic Beach
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
SUBJECT: VACANCY Seat Three (3) Gity Commission
Dear Mrs. King,
Please accept this letter as my application, subject to approval of our
current commission, to fi11'.the vacancy created by Commissioner Tim
Reed, who has resigned and accepted a position (Job) in Houston, Texas
You will find, attached, a brief outline of my experience in the business
world, in addition to regular attendance, to further my knowledge and
take part in our cities business the past five ('_i) years.
Feel free to contact me at home (246-1461) if +any further information
is required.
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Graduate Hempstead High School, A11 coxsunercial subjects 17 points required with 21,
Five Years Residential & Commercial plumbing work. and maintenance of owner°s rentz:.?
property during off season, Trade School in eveninss.
Grumman Aircraft Corp, Steel department, Team Captain, Assistant to Forman.
U,'5, Air Force Teletype Maintencance School, Communications Office Expert
Teletypist.
Grumman Aircraft Corp, One year after war, plant closed.
R,C,A, 66 Broad Street, New York, New York, Refresher training, best entrance
test in history of company. Moved to Midland, Texas
Brick & Tile Company. Administrating, sales and estimating Certified Glay Products
(Training) .
A-1 Brick & Supply Co, "Owner" 26 years in business (Factory reps praised our
facility as finest in the United States, Branch office in Odessa, Texas, Administration,
Sales, Estimating, Bidding, Purchasing, Shop Drawings etc,
,..- Continental Carriers, Atlanta, Georgia, General Manager over two managexs (One for
warehousing and one for moving and storage,) Attendins Moving & Storage Training and
Warehousing School. Owner, who purchased company„ lived in Midland, Texas, After
three top executives failure to overcome $1, 500, 00 t6 $2, 500, 00 loss each month, it
took six months to put company in the black, ie we distributed One and One Half Million
Pounds of M & M candy every month,
Smullian Building Supply, Jacksonville, Fla, Maa age:r of Brick & Stone Division,
Daniel Const. Co. Purchasing Agent for the Florida Division,
President Exclusive Carpets Supervised Carpet, VCT' & Base installation at Kent Campus,
Also, ran the company, estimated and dispatched crews,
Contract Floor & Wall Covering, "Owner" First major project New Jacksonville Chamber
of Commerce, Last major project, Classified at Florida Times Union,
Supplimental education underlined above,
Referances: George Baldwin, Superintendant the Aucht:er Co, 355-3536
Quentine Mullen, retired, 354-0408
Gary Watson, Owner Duval Laundry, retired, 346-0059
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G.~. Martin
1810Sevi~~a~~vc~. #204
~t~antic ~eac~, ~~. 32233
March 27,1997
Mrs. M. King.City Clerk
City of Atlantic Beach
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach,Fl. 32233
Dear Mrs.King,
Please be advised that I wish to be considered for appointment -
as a member of the City of Atlantic Beach Commission. This appointment
is to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Commissioner Tim
Reed.
I feel that I am well known to the other'Commissioners, but if
a restmie is desired I will be happy to supply Mme.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
i R
As.~ M. P
April 8, 1997
Maureen King
City Clerk
The City of Atlantic Beach
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Dear Maureen:
This letter serves to submit my name as candidate for city commissioner. I believe that my
experience and enthusiasm will prove to be an excellent addition to the current commission.
There is a special sense of community at the beaches. I look forward to helping shape it's future.
Enclosed is my resume'. Please contact me if you require any further information.
Sincerely,
-~..Q,..R.,~..~4~,
Andrea M. Pennell
579 Aquatic Drive
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Office: 249-3343
Home: 246-8439
AAIDREA M. PENNE~L
579 Aquatic Drive ~ Atlantic Beach, Florida, 32233 ~ (9041 246-8439
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
A professional position in which my administrative and marketing abilities aze utilized.
Hunan Resotnces Administrator -Management Consultants, Inc., Atlantic Beach, FL, 1996 -Present
Mastery of the CITS program to administer payroll for over 300 employees.
Monitor and advise employees regarding their health/life insurance policies.
Maintain database tracking employee vacation and leave balances.
Marlreting Coordinator -The Prudential Network Realty, Jacksonville, Florida, 1995 - 1996
Position required advanced personnel management, organizational and computer skills.
Plan, staff and monitor multiple training classes and seminars.
Place and track advertising for seven branch offices.
Optimized the use of print media, writing and placing effective press releases.
~"'_' Admittishative Supervisor -The Prudential Network Realty, Ponte Vedra Beach, 1991 - 1995
Supervise and train support staff in customer service and confii.ct resolution.
Installation, day-today administration and training of staff in automated office systems.
Streamlined the work flow, achieving dramatic time savings and reducing annual costs.
o Design, place and monitor advertising.
IDUCATION
FLORIDA REAL IiSTATE INSTITUTE, Orange Park, Florida
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, State of Florida, 1995
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, Gainsvilie, Florida
Certificate of Interior Design, 1994
FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE, Jacksonville, Florida
Liberal Arts Education, Communications, 1989
COMPU~ERSKIIIS
Proficient in Windows, Wordperfect 5.1+, Internet, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Works, Microsoft
Word, Powerpoint, Broderbund's Print Shop Deluxe, Realeasy, First Choice, Top Producer, Super CMA
and Super Flyer.
References Available on request.
April 2, 1997
Honorable Mayor Leyman T. Fletcher and
Commissioners of Atlantic Beach
ATTN: Maureen Ring, City Clerk
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Subject: Replacement Candidate for Commissioner Tim Reed
Dear Mayor and Commissioners:
This letter asks you to please include my name among those who have
expessed an interest in serving to replace Commissioner Tim Reed upon
his resignation. I have a great deal of respect for the time and
dedication devoted by those who serve as elected officials and, if
selected as Mr. Reed's replacement, I assure you that I will make
every effort to fairly represent the interests of the residents and
City of Atlantic Beach.
I am including a brief summary of r
the hope it will be helpful in your
If there are any questions please
y experience and qualifications in
evaluation and selection decision.
feel free to call me (246-1986).
Sincerely yours,
Donald L. Phillips
1566 Park Terrace West
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Incl: Experience and Qualifications
cf: Leyman T. Fletcher, Mayor/Commissioner
John S. Meserve, Commissioner
Tim Reed, Commissioner
Steven M. Rosenbloom, Commissioner
Suzanne Shaughnessy, Commissioner
Experience and QualificaL-ions
Donald L. Phillips, 1566 Park Terrace West, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 Phone: 246-1986
Summary: Thirty six years of experience in civil engineering, data processing, and
information management, including over twenty-four years as manager of the Jacksonville
District, Corps of Engineers, Automatic Data Processing Center (ADPC) and Information
Management Office (IMO).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE HI-LITE:>:
1995-present:Retired
1989-1995: Partial retirement and part-time adjunct professor at Jacksonville University
and University of North Florida teaching "Introduction to Computer-Based Systems."
1964-1989: Served as Chief, Information Management Office (IMO), U.S. Army Engineer
District, Jacksonville, Florida and principal advisor to the District Engineer on all
matters relating to IMO functions, including automatic data processing, word processing,
audio-visuals, libraries, communications (radio, telephones, and data), records
management, and printing and reproduction activities. Established District Computer
Center. Supervised staff of thirteen engineers, systems analysts, programmers, and
computer operators involved in the provision of automation support activities including
a variety of management, business, engineering, and graphics applications.
1956-1964: Served as a structural engineer, U.S. Army Engineer District, Jacksonville.
Prepared and reviewed design computations for structures and facilities to be built at
~"'` Cape Canaveral in support of NASA's space exploration efforts. Performed. structural
analysis and design of spillways, bridges, navigational locks and other water control
structures required by the comprehensive Central and Southern Florida Flood Control
Project. Responsible for the technical guidance ap,d review of the work of twenty
architect-engineering firms under contract to the Jacksonville District to perform shelter
analysis surveys on buildings in the State of Florida and the Panama Canal Zone in support
of the National Fallout Shelter Survey Program. Prepared survey cost estimates, scope of
work for A/E contracts, and assisted in the negotiation of architect-engineering fees.
1952-1956: Served as Installation Engineering Officer with the U.S. Air Force, Travis Air
Force Base, California.
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science and Civil Engineering, University of Florida, 1952.
Master of Science (Civil Engineering), Ioiaa State University, 1953.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Registered Professional Engineer, State of Florida.
Extensive experience in engineering, computers and computer programming.
COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITIES:
Served 2 years on Atlantic Beach Recreational Advisory Committee.
Member Community Presbyterian Church of Atlantic: Beach. Served as a member of the
Church Session (both as a Deacon and Elder), Sunday School teacher, and coordinator of the
Boy Scout troop.
Formermember Kiwanis International. Served as Kiwanis Key Club advisor to three
high schools (Lee, Paxon, & Baldwin H.S.). Helped organize the Baldwin H.S. Key Club.
,,,.~.., Active in youth sports activities. Coached Little League Baseball and helped in the
organization of the Beaches Pop Warner football program and Youth Tennis League.
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
Born Webb City Missouri, October 1929. Resident of Atlantic Beach since 1969.
Married to the former Barbara Bowen of Jacksonville. We have three sons and one daughter.
Hobbies include tennis, fishing, camping, swimming, and other recreational
activities involving family participation.
MARTHA WILLIAMSON READ
620 OCEAN BLVD.
ATLANTIC BEACH, FL 32233
April 6, 1997
M2Ureen King
City Clerk
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Dear Maureen:
I, Martha Williamson Read, 620 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, am a
resident and a registered voter. This is my letter of application
to be considered for appointment to the City Commission as Tim
Reed's replacement. I have, since moving here eleven years ago,
taken a special interest in our city and feel that Atlantic Beach
has had an excellent caring government and I would appreciate
being a part of that body to further that excellence.
My experience as president of Atlantic Beach Experimental
Theater was quite a challenge, since I was liaison between Carson
Merry Baillie and the city of atlantic Beach. I feel that I was
diplomatic, tactful and caring in all of our negotiations which
are most important when working with the public. While in
office, I succeeded in acquiring all of the contractual
requirements for the non-profit organization which had been
on hold since 1991. These requirements were met with time
and open communication.
At FSU, I was Parliamentarian of my class, on the governing
board of my sorority all four years and head cheerleader my
senior year, having served all four years. When I lived in
.lacksonville, I was on the board of tl~e Parent Teacher's
Association (being both parent and teacher), the Museum of Arts
& sciences, the Symphony Guild and the zoo board, the .lr.
Woman's Club board and president of the Stokesia Garden Circle
for two terms. Watching organizations grow was a most
rewarding experience. My volunteer time now is spent with
Habitat at the Beaches, now building a house on 8th and 4th
Street in Jacksonville Beach, teaching intercity children at the
,~^ Learning Plaz~gASSistant Director of weddings at Christ Church
and on the altar guild there. I play tennis on the C team at
Ponte vedra and the Beaches League and work at Stuart Ashby~s
Children~s Boutique. I have five beautiful daughters who have
ten children all under the age of seven years old and 1 love to
babysit.
If you want something done right, and now, ask a busy person!
Thank you for your consideration, the consideration of the
Commission and that of Tim Reed.
very truly yours,
Martha Williamson Read
MWR/JMC
MARK E. BITTER
295 Main Street
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
(904) 241-5435
March 27, 1997
Mrs. Maureen King
Office of the City Clerk
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
Dear Mrs. King:
Please submit my name for consideration for appointment to the County
Commissioner's Board, on Friday, March 28, 1997. At this juncture, there is no
representation on the West side of Mayport Road in Atlantic Beach. I would like to be
appointed the Represemative for this area .
Your expeditious attention to this matter is greatly appreciated. I look forward to
hearing from you.
i~Y, 7E?~~~~~
Mark E. Ritter
Resident of Atlantic Beach
MER/caf
,.,, ~C~C~ BESSENT, HAMMACK ~ RUCKMAN, INC.
1900 CORPORATE SQUARE BOULEVARD JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA 32216 (9040 ]21-2991 .•'FA X< (904)]25-O1 ]i '
Apri14, 1997
~,
Ms. MaureenICing, City Clerk
City of Atlantic Beach
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
Re: City Commission Seat Appointinent
Dear Ms. King:
Please forward this expression of interest to the Mayor and CitS] Commission as they consider the
appointment of a fellow Commissioner to &ll the. vacancy left. by Tim-Reed. I have been a'resident
and homeowner in AtlamicBeach since 1987. I am a registered voter and meet the other:
qualifications required for status as a City Commissioner. I also have a number of other.
qualifications which I feel are unique; and warrant further consideration: Rather. than provide a .
comprehensive resume, here is a summary:
• Degreed professional in the field of Regional and Urban Planning with 25 years
experience in municipal and county government operations and consulting to both
public and private sectors.
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Chief Executive,Officer of BHI2, Inc., a 100-person engineering, planning, and
surveying firm, As Chairman of the Board of Directors of BHR,'I am responsible .
for an operating budget .exceeding. $7, million per year. ' I also have front-line -
responsibility £or client relations; personnel :issues, and professional liability; of the
firm.
.Four and one-half years as a member of the City of Jacksonville Planning -
Commission:. As -Chairman, L currently preside over. more than 400 public hearings
annually, on issues as uaried as licensure of alcohol and liquor serving .
establishments; review and approval of site plans for all major developments;
resolving appeals of the decisions of administrative officials; and ruling on all
Special Exceptions and Variances to the zoning and subdivision regulations of the
City:
• I previouslyserved on the Atlantic Beach Beautification Committee, providing
conceptual plans for signage; landscaping and stxeetscapes which haue since been -
. implemented.
ENGINE{RING PLANNING 4A NDSCAPE A R{HITF,C"1U RE SLAV EY1 NG
Ms. Maureen King.
Apri14, 1997
Page 2
• My intergovernmental agency experience is quite broad. For the past two yeazs, I
have been a consultant to the Duval County School Board, chazged with locating,
negotiating acquisition, and planning, preliminaay engineering, and permitting for
new school sites throughout the County. I also maintain a close liaison with the
office of Representative Fowler and provide periodic updates to her, regarding
activities of my major client, the U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Command.
• I am a member of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs
Subcommittee. I am often called upon to provide updates of military coristruction
and operations and maintenance programs in thE; Jacksonville region.
• I am an active member of the Jacksonville Rotary (Downtown Club).
In closing, I believe I have a great deal to offer the City of Atlantic Beach and am proposing to
rearrange my somewhat busy schedule to serve on the Commission. I would appreciate the
opportunity to speak with the Commissioners-and Mayor, either individually or collectively, prior
,^., to your vote to fill the current vacancy. You can reach me at 721-2991 (days} or 246-8385
(evenings).
Thanks again for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Michael J. S 1 , AI
MJS/jlw
S:4bISAYLOR~.4TLBCH. W PD
Mrs Maureen King
City Clerk
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Seach, Florida
Dear Mrs King.•
It is with great pleasure that I ask that you
submit my name as a nominee for Seat 3, which -
is currentlyheld by Commissioner 7Ym Reed
who, I understand, is resigning effective April
I S, .1997.
wdrers, ~~~
Very sincerely yours
1
_ ATTACHMENT B _
' APRIL 14, 1997 COMMISSION MEETING
_ _
ALAN W. POTTER, SR.
374 Second Street
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
April 11, 1997
City Commission
City of Atlantic Beach
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
Subj: Public Purpose/Public Funds
Re: Aquatic Gardens Retention Pond
Dear Commissioners:
Thank you for including the Aquatic Gardens storm water retention pond on the Agenda for
Monday, April 14, 1997 (Item 7-E).
For your consideration, offered herewith are items which warrant your attention and, I trust, your
favorable action. The items are:
1. The Aquatic Gazdens subdivision plat was "examined, ac;cepted, and approved this 25th
day of April A.D., 1983 by the Boazd of Commissioners for the City of Atlantic Beach,
Florida."
The Record Plat documents "that all street rights of way, private driveway easements, and
easements for drainage, utilities and sewers, together with all water and sewer utilities and
drainage appurtenances lying therein, are hereby irrevocably and without reservations
dedicated to the City of Atlantic Beach and its successors."
The Record Plat map identifies and illustrates Tract 3 of Aquatic Gardens Subdivision.
Documented thereon is the language: "Tract 3, Easement for Drainage, Utilities, and
Sewers (over entire tract.)"
My examination of several other Record Plats for subdivisions within Atlantic Beach does not
reveal language (such as: "drainage appurtenances lying therein..:'). Clearly, the Aquatic
Gardens dedication language is "unique" rather than "standard" language.
For illustration (and warranting yourreview) neither Royal Palms, Unit One, nor Royal Palms,
Unit Two-A, nor Atlantic Beach Villa, Unit No. 1, nor Atlantic Beach Villa, Unit No. 2, nor
Selva Marina, Unit No. 3, nor Selva Marina, Unit No. 4 Record Plats contain the "drainage
appurtenances lying therein..:' language.
City Commission
City of Atlantic Beach
April 11, 1997
Page 2
Cleazly, the Aquatic Gardens "Adoption and Dedication language," is unique and intended
to accomplish a special purpose. A comparison with other rerord plats confirms the Aquatic
Gardens language is not standard.
2. The Aquatic Gardens retention pond is situated on most of the platted Tract 3 of the
subdivision. Storm water runoff from the dedicated city streets is conveyed, via dedicated
drainage pipes, into the retenfion pond; the storm water nmoff occupies and traverses the
retention pond; and, the storm water is conveyed via a dedicated drainage pipe, from the
retention pond, into the Royal Palms drainage ditch.
Clearly, by virtue of its dedication, its location, its function and its intended purpose, the
Aquatic Gazdens retention pond is a "drainage appurtenance."
3. The Aquatic Gardens retention pond exists to serve a public purpose.
~,,.,, The public purpose of the retention pond is comparable to that. of the dedicated drainage pipes
located not only within Aquatic Gardens but also those dedicated drainage pipes located in
many areas of Atlantic Beach. The retention pond conveys storm water.
The public purpose of the retention pond is also compazable to that of the numerous ditches
and, most particularly, the Selva Marina Lagoon and Outfall Ditch.
Accordingly, the expenditure of public funds for the maintenance of the total drainage utilities
system of Atlantic Beach, in order to assure proper drainage for all citizens and
neighborhoods, is a proper public purpose.
4. Each of you Commissioners is requested to include in your evaluation the following:
A. All property owners aze subject to the monthly storm water management fee.
B. Most, if not all, property owners are subject to the several taxes and fees charged by
the City.
C. The City of Atlantic Beach is neither the owner of record nor the documented
beneficiary of a right of easement on either the Selva Marina Lagoon or the Selva
Marina Outfall Ditch.
(It should be agreed that the lagoon and ditch serve a public purpose and warrant
City funds for maintenance).
City Commission
City of Atlantic Beach
April 11, 1997
Page 3
D. Much of the dedicated drainage system throughout the; City is located in dedicated
easements and will receive necessary maintenance with public funds.
The Atlantic Beach City Commission is respectfully requested to review the "big picture" as to
drainage, to recognize the "public purpose" of each part of (and tine total of) the drainage system that
serves all of the citizens of our community. To resume maintenance of the Aquatic Gazdens
Retention Pond is a proper public purpose that is warranted.
Only you, our City Commissioners, can officially confirm the "public purpose" of the retention
pond.
Respectfully submitted,
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Al W. Potter, Sr.
co; City Commissioners
Ms. MaureenKing, City Clerk
Mr. James Jazboe, City Manager
Mr. Alan Jensen, City Attorney
Mr. Robert Kosoy, Public Works Director
Ms. Andrea Pennell, President, Aquatic-Gardens Homeowners Assoc.
Mr. Jeff Haynes, Staff Writer, Beaches Leader
Ms. Alliniece Taylor, Staff Writer, Shorelines
Ms. Kimberly Martin, Staff Writer, Folio Weekly
Mr. William Williams, President, Beaches Aquatic Pool, Inc.