Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting - City of Jacksonville Beach

Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting
held Monday, May 7, 2012, at 7:00 P.M.
In the Council Chambers, 11 North 3 rd Street,
Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Fland Sharp called the meeting to order.
OPENING CEREMONIES:
Invocation was by Council Member Buck, followed by the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
Mayor:
Fland Sharp
Council Members: Lee Buck Penny Christian Steve Hartkemeyer
Rick Knight Tom Taylor Jeanell Wilson
Also present was City Manager George Forbes, Acting City Clerk Judy Bullock and Senior Secretary Catherine
Martinich.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Ms. Christian, seconded by Mr. Buck, and passed, to approve the following minutes, as
presented:
Regular City Council Meeting held April 16, 2012
Council Member Wilson requested that an amendment be made to the April 16, 2012 minutes, by adding Scott
Chesnuts’ last name, on page 1, under “Announcements”.
It was moved by Ms. Christian, seconded by Mr. Buck, and passed, to approve the April 16, 2012 minutes, as
amended.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Sharp announced that the Fletcher Baseball Team won District Championship, the first time in 17 years.
Council Member Taylor said the Fishing Rodeo held this past weekend was a success. He complemented the
Police and Fire Departments, and thanked all those who volunteered their time to make the day fun.
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
(a) Red Cross Presentation to the City Council to Thank the Council for Their Support
Mr. Jack Morgan, CEO of the North East Florida Red Cross, Mr. Carl Fox, President of the North
East Florida Red Cross, and Mr. Reese Rudolf, President of the Volunteer Lifesaving Corps of
Jacksonville Beach, presented the Council with a framed picture of the Red Cross Lifeguard Station
in appreciation of the 100 years of partnership with the City.
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(b) Presentation of Proclamation to Infinity Allstars Cheerleading Team
Mayor Sharp presented the Infinity Allstars Cheerleading team with a proclamation for May 7, 2012,
as Infinity Allstars Day. He congratulated the team and the coaches for their outstanding
achievements.
COURTESY OF THE FLOOR TO VISITORS
Speakers:
Peter Crolius, 320 North 1 st Street, Jacksonville Beach
Mr. Crolius expressed his annoyance about the extreme noise, profanity, bass music, and disturbances by
Snappers restaurant, on the weekends. He said he was speaking for a number of residents and that he would
be forming a coalition to remedy the situation.
Mayor Sharp asked that the Police Department measure the sound levels next weekend.
Roger West, 120 South 1 st Avenue, Jacksonville Beach
Mr. West said there have been 60 parking spaces lost near the Pier because of the new street design and
parking has become a problem. There are tractor trailers parking on the streets making it difficult for
residents to park. He suggested that the City paint spaces on an angle to provide more spaces. Mr. West
also said between 1 st and 2 nd Street, on the weekends, people park and sit on the cars and party, blocking
traffic, stopping traffic and taking up residential parking spaces. He asked for a sign that reads “Residential
Area”.
Mr. West stated that Joe’s Crab Shack’s management does not allow their employees to park in their
parking lot. Employees consistently use four and five residential parking spaces; not just on weekends, but
every day.
He also spoke about the Ordinance that prohibits swimming, surfing or wading within 100 yards of the Pier.
He said there is constant conflict between fishermen and surfers.
Henry Colonna, 1600 Shetter Avenue, Apartment 309, Jacksonville Beach (Pablo Hamlet)
Mr. Colonna said that there is a parking problem causing visual obstruction to residents leaving the Pablo
Hamlet apartments. The Police Department has been called numerous times, but the problem still exists. A
petition of 75 signatures was submitted to the Council.
Mayor Sharp asked that Chief Thomason look into the parking problem.
Council Member Wilson explained that the condominium complex assigns only two parking spaces per unit.
Owners are fined and their cars are towed, if they violate the parking policy. Commercial vehicles owned
by condominium residents are not allowed to park on the property, forcing them to find alternative parking
solutions.
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Mr. John Wadman, PO Box 51241, Jacksonville Beach, currently living in Atlantic Beach
Mr. Wadman stated that he owns rental property, located at 1 st Avenue South, between 2 nd Street and 1 st
Street near Pablo Towers and McDonalds. His tenants have complained about the dangerous environment
with gangs, thugs and homeless congregating in the area. He said local residents refer to the street as the
“homeless highway”.
He asked for more police presence, and suggested increasing the parking fees in Municipal parking lots to
help pay for extra police officers. He said it has become worse in the last 5 to 6 weeks. Mr. Wadman stated
he spoke to Sergeant Lavender about hiring off-duty police officers, and paying for them out of his own
pocket.
Mayor Sharp said a recent study was done regarding parking at the street-ends and requested that the Police
Department reassess the area, and report back to him, after they speak with Mr. Wadman.
Council Member Christian asked Ms. Cindy Funkhouser, President and CEO of the Sulzbacher Center, to
address the Council and concerns of the citizens. Ms. Funkhouser stated that many people in that area at night
are not necessarily homeless. She explained The Sulzbacher Center has placed 50 people into shelters, 17 into
detox, who are now off the streets and into other shelters. She said there has been a decrease of 30% in the
number of homeless in the City, this past year.
CITY CLERK
CITY MANAGER
(a) Approve the Appointment of Judy Bullock to the Position of City Clerk,
Effective May 7, 2012
Motion:
Discussion:
It was moved by Ms. Christian, seconded by Mr. Buck, to approve the appointment of
Judy Bullock as City Clerk, effective May 7, 2012; motion carried unanimously.
Council Member Taylor said this is a decision well made, and that she and her staff
work hard, and do a great job.
Council Member Buck complemented Ms. Bullock, her staff, and the excellent
customer service they provide.
(b) Approve the Expenditure of $9,671 to the Sulzbacher Center to Support a 20% Matching
Grant for Additional Dental Services at Beaches Community Healthcare
Motion:
Discussion:
It was moved by Ms. Christian, seconded by Mr. Buck, to approve the expenditure of
$9,671 for a matching grant for the Sulzbacher Center. This money must be used for
additional dental services at Beaches Community Healthcare as described in a memo
from the City Manger dated April 19, 2012.
Cindy Funkhouser, President and CEO of the Sulzbacher Center, explained the
demographics of the homeless in the beaches area. She said that this grant is a LIP
fund; a fund that is matched by federal, state and local funds. Ms. Funkhouser stated
that next year she would ask Atlantic Beach for financial assistance.
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Mr. Forbes explained that funds are actually less than the $9,671 asked for because
there is $2,500.00 in this year’s budget to assist the Center. The actual amount the City
would pay is $7,171.00.
Roll call vote: Ayes – Christian, Hartkemeyer, Knight, Taylor, Wilson, Buck, and Mayor Sharp;
motion carried unanimously.
(c) Approve the Agreement with Actuarial Concepts to Provide Strategic Advice and Actuarial
Analysis of the City’s Pension Plans
Motion:
It was moved by Ms. Christian, seconded by Mr. Buck, to approve the agreement with
the actuarial firm of Actuarial Concepts for services described in a letter from the
Finance Officer dated April 20, 2012.
Roll call vote: Ayes – Hartkemeyer, Knight, Taylor, Wilson, Buck, Christian, and Mayor Sharp;
motion carried unanimously.
(d) Authorize Final Design Services for the Lift Station No. 1 Rehabilitation Project
(Located at 363 South 2 nd Avenue between 3 rd and 4 th Streets)
Motion:
Discussion:
It was moved by Ms. Christian, seconded by Mr. Buck, to authorize the final design
services for Lift Station Number 1 Rehabilitation Project with England-Thims and
Miller, Incorporated, as explained in the memorandum from the Public Works Director
dated April 19, 2012.
Mr. Forbes explained that there are 38 sewer lift stations in the City, to move sewage
from homes and businesses, with numerous motors that pump uphill to the waste
treatment plant. Because this lift station is in need of repair, and services a large
portion of the City, the intention is to go to bid and bring this item back to Council for
approval. Discussion ensued regarding the stations and funding.
Roll call vote: Ayes – Knight, Taylor, Wilson, Buck, Christian, Hartkemeyer, and Mayor Sharp;
motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCES
(a) ORDINANCE NO. 2012-8018
Mayor Sharp requested that the Acting City Clerk read Ordinance No. 2012-8018, by title; whereupon
Ms. Bullock read the following:
“AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
JACKSONVILLE BEACH; AMENDING CHAPTER 10, FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY;
ARTICLE III, FIRE PREVENTION AND LIFE SAFETY; SEC. 10-3.03, CODES
ADOPTED; PROVIDE REFERENCE TO THE STATE ADOPTED FLORIDA FIRE
PREVENTION CODE; SEC 10-3.19, HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION
AND INFORMATION; TO PROVIDE AN UPDATED REFERENCE TO THE NATIONAL
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FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION EDITION; ARTICLE IV SEC. 10.4.01, OPEN
BURNING REGULATIONS; TO UPDATE AND ADD LOCAL REGULATIONS
CONFORMING TO STATE LAW WITH REGARD TO EXTERIOR BURNING
REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.”
Motion: It was moved by Ms. Christian, seconded by Mr. Buck, to adopt Ordinance No. 2012-
8018: “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 10, FIRE AND LIFE
SAFETY”, as read by title.
Discussion:
Chief Frasier explained that this is an update to the current State standards. Discussion
ensued regarding the State regulations.
Roll call vote: Ayes – Taylor, Wilson, Buck, Christian, Hartkemeyer, Knight, and Mayor Sharp; motion
carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business coming before the Council, Mayor Sharp adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
Submitted by: Catherine Martinich
City Clerk’s Office
Approval:
/s/Penny Christian
Penny Christian, Mayor Pro-Tem
Date: May 21, 2012
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