Neptune Beach public meetings in 2022
37 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Community Development Board
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee is meeting to discuss priority projects for legislative funding. The agenda includes a presentation by The Southern Group and discussion of which projects to prioritize. No decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation by The Southern Group (Jim Gilmore)
- Discussion of priority projects for legislative funding
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee discussed hiring a lobbyist from The Southern Group to bring tax dollars back to the city, either one-time or sustainably. No formal decision was made, but the City Manager was advised to obtain a proposal and include it in his report or on the January 3, 2023 Council agenda. The committee also reviewed an updated priority project list with funding mechanisms, and public comment included suggestions for impact fees instead of a lobbyist.
- Discussed hiring lobbyist Jim Gilmore from The Southern Group; no vote taken
- Advised City Manager to get a proposal and include it in report or Jan 3 Council agenda
- Reviewed updated priority project list with funding mechanisms
City Council
The City Council will administer oaths of office to Nia Livingston and Josh Messinger. The meeting includes discussions on amending the 2023 fiscal year operating budget and reviewing a license agreement for 2050 Kings Circle South.
- Oaths of office for Nia Livingston (Seat 5) and Josh Messinger (Seat 4)
- Ordinance 2022-08: Amending the Fiscal Year 2023 operating budget
- Ordinance 2022-09: Amending Section 2-28 regarding the City Agenda
- Award consideration for Neptune Beach Activity Center Porch and Exterior Finishes (CONB 2022-03)
- Amended and Restated Revocable License Agreement for 2050 Kings Circle South
The City Council voted 5-0 to reject the bid from Mesic Construction for the Senior Activity Center porch and exterior finishes project (CONB 2022-03). The project will go out for rebid on January 12, 2023, with bids closing February 22, 2023, and Neptune House will temporarily serve as the Senior Activity Center starting around January 16, 2023. The Council also approved Ordinance No. 2022-09 on first read, amending Section 2-28 regarding agenda documentation, and approved an amended revocable license agreement for 2050 Kings Circle South.
- Rejected Mesic Construction bid for Senior Activity Center project (5-0)
- Authorized rebid of Senior Activity Center project with bid dates Jan 12-Feb 22, 2023 (5-0)
- Authorized temporary use of Neptune House for Senior Activity Center starting Jan 16, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-09 on first read, amending Section 2-28 (5-0)
- Approved amended revocable license agreement for 2050 Kings Circle South (5-0)
- Approved minutes from Nov 7, Nov 9, and Nov 21 meetings (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Community Development Board
The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a 2023 budget amendment and various infrastructure approvals. A workshop will follow to discuss land use, transportation, and potential right-of-way purchases.
- First reading and public hearing for Ordinance No. 2022-08 regarding the 2023 operating budget amendment
- Approval of quarterly installments for Resiliency Lab partnership with Smart North Florida
- Consideration of Neptune House lift station replacement
- Award of CONB 2022-03 for Senior Activity Center porch and exterior finishes
- Discussion of request to purchase right-of-way on Marsh Point Road
The Neptune Beach City Council approved quarterly payments to Smart North Florida, the Neptune House lift station replacement, and Resolution 2022-09 amending the employee handbook, all by 5-0 votes. The council deferred action on the Senior Center porch bid and related funding until December 5, 2022, to allow the Senior Center director to be present. The workshop following the meeting discussed a proposed ordinance requiring financial backup for agenda items and a right-of-way purchase request, but no formal decisions were made.
- Approved quarterly installments to Smart North Florida (5-0)
- Approved Neptune House lift station replacement (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-09 amending the Employee Handbook (5-0)
- Deferred Senior Center porch bid and funding items to December 5, 2022 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to consider several items, including quarterly payments for a resiliency partnership, replacement of the Neptune House lift station, an employee handbook amendment, and a contract for the senior activity center porch. They will also hold a first reading and public hearing on a budget amendment for fiscal year 2023. A workshop session follows with committee reports and discussions on a right-of-way purchase and a license agreement.
- Approval of quarterly installments for Resiliency Lab partnership with Smart North Florida
- Neptune House lift station replacement
- Resolution 2022-09 amending the Neptune Beach Employee Handbook
- Award of CONB 2022-03 for Senior Activity Center porch and exterior finishes
- First read and public hearing on Ordinance 2022-07, Budget Amendment 2023-01
The November 21, 2022 special council meeting was adjourned at 6:02 p.m. because only two council members were physically present, and remote participation by Councilor Livingston did not count toward the quorum under Florida Statute. No substantive decisions were made.
- Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum (2 present, 2 absent, 1 remote)
Community Development Board
The Transportation, Infrastructure Planning Committee is meeting to discuss and prioritize infrastructure projects. The main agenda item is the Infrastructure Priority List, with time for public comment and committee member input.
- Infrastructure Priority List review
- Public comment period
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee reviewed FY23 infrastructure funding priorities, including WWTF Plant 2 and Plant 1 upgrades and wastewater collection system asset inventory. No formal decisions were made; the committee discussed seeking funding from federal, state, and county sources, and considered a CRA and lobbying efforts.
- Reviewed FY23 infrastructure funding priorities (no vote)
- Discussed seeking funding from federal, state, and Duval County sources
- Considered exploring a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA)
- Discussed potential lobbying efforts for infrastructure funding
City Council
The City Council will consider resolutions to adopt a new schedule of fees for city services and an official employee handbook. The meeting also includes consideration of two Thanksgiving Day events scheduled for November 24, 2022.
- Resolution 2022-07: Adopting a schedule of fees for various city services
- Resolution 2022-08: Adopting an employee handbook
- Pete's Giving Thanksgiving Day Event approval
- Anheuser-Busch Clydesdale Thanksgiving Day Event approval
The Neptune Beach City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-07, consolidating city service fees into a single schedule, and Resolution 2022-08, adopting an employee handbook after removing a paragraph on social media commenting. The council also approved two Thanksgiving Day events: Pete's Giving and the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdale event. All votes were 5-0.
- Adopted Resolution 2022-07, fee schedule for city services (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-08, employee handbook, as amended (5-0)
- Removed social media commenting paragraph from handbook (5-0)
- Approved Pete's Giving Thanksgiving Day event on Nov. 24, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved Anheuser-Busch Clydesdale Thanksgiving Day event on Nov. 24, 2022 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to decide on adopting the city employee handbook and approve a Community Development Block Grant contract for the Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center. A workshop follows to discuss infrastructure projects, city services fees, and potential town hall meetings.
- Adoption of the Neptune Beach Employee Handbook
- Approval of CDBG Public Service Grant contract ($250,000) for Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center
- Approval to bid on Senior Activity Center porch and exterior finishes (Bid No. 2022-03)
- Adoption of new fee schedule for city services (Resolution 2022-07)
- Discussion on hosting a City Council town hall meeting
Transportation and Public Safety Committee
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee is meeting to establish processes for ranking and prioritizing infrastructure projects, and will receive a demonstration of Roadbotics asphalt asset management software. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no specific projects or dollar amounts listed on the agenda.
- Process and procedures for ranking/prioritizing infrastructure projects
- Demonstration of Roadbotics Asphalt Asset Management Software
- Committee member comments
- Next meeting to be determined
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee discussed prioritizing projects for future FDOT funding, with the most critical need identified as replacing the wastewater treatment plant. The committee reviewed the ranking process and a demonstration of the Roadbotics asphalt assessment program. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
- Prioritized wastewater treatment plant replacement as most critical need
- Reviewed project ranking process for FDOT work plan
- Received demonstration of Roadbotics asphalt management program
City Council
The City Council will consider a Memorandum of Understanding with Local 630 Union and a cost-share agreement with SJRWMD for Phase 1 WWTF upgrades. Additionally, the Council will review Resolution No. 2022-07 to adopt a new schedule of fees for various city services.
- Memorandum of Understanding with Local 630 Union
- Cost-share agreement with SJRWMD for Phase 1 WWTF upgrades
- Resolution No. 2022-07: Adopting a schedule of fees for city services
The minutes record a regular meeting with public comments on spending, short-term rentals, and water grants, but no council votes or approvals are listed. City Manager Stefen Wynn reported on the city's response to Hurricane Ian, noting the Kings Road Bridge functioned as designed.
- No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals recorded in the provided text.
Community Development Board
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding an emergency meeting with a single substantive item: a declaration of a state of emergency. The agenda contains no other business items, only procedural steps for calling the meeting to order and adjourning.
- Declaration of state of emergency
The Neptune Beach City Council held a special meeting to address Hurricane Ian and voted unanimously to accept a Declaration of Emergency. City officials reported on preparations including sandbag availability, police deployments, and bridge closure thresholds. The meeting adjourned at 3:42 p.m.
- Accepted the Declaration of Emergency due to Hurricane Ian (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee is meeting to hear a guest presentation from Jeff Sheffield, Executive Director of the North Florida TPO. The presentation covers the TPO's role in regional transportation planning, including the Long Range Transportation Plan and Transportation Improvement Program. No votes or decisions are scheduled on this agenda.
- Guest presentation by Jeff Sheffield, Executive Director, North Florida TPO
- Overview of TPO responsibilities: Long Range Transportation Plan (20-year), Transportation Improvement Program (5-year), Unified Planning Work Program
- TPO covers Duval, Clay, Nassau counties and part of a fourth county, over 3,000 sq. mi., population approx. 1.4 million
The committee met to hear a presentation from Jeff Sheffield of the North Florida Transportation Organization regarding regional planning and federal infrastructure funding. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the adoption of the final millage rate and budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. The meeting also includes a discussion on a quote for the completion of the Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2022-04 regarding the final millage rate and ad valorem taxes
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2022-05 regarding the final budget for FY 2022-2023
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2022-06 to amend the FY 2021-2022 operating budget
- Consideration of a quote for the Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center completion
- Presentation regarding a land donation to the North Florida Land Trust
The City Council approved the final millage rate and budget for the 2023 fiscal year and a budget amendment for 2022. The Council deferred a decision on a contractor for the Senior Center completion pending further financial details. Councilor Lauren Key presented a formal statement alleging performance deficiencies and misconduct by the City Manager.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-04 (Final Millage Rate for FY2023) (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-05 (Final Budget for FY2023) (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-06 (FY2022 Budget Amendment) (5-0)
- Deferred approval of Senior Center completion quote pending a cost-tracking sheet and detailed bid breakouts
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee is meeting to discuss critical infrastructure needs. Discussions include funding opportunities for a wastewater treatment facility upgrade and stormwater strategic planning.
- Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade Project funding discussion
- Neptune Beach Stormwater Strategic Planning discussion
- Neptune Beach Wastewater Treatment Facility Process Upgrade ($1,750,000 estimated cost)
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee reviewed funding requirements for a wastewater treatment facility upgrade and a draft strategic plan identifying 55 drainage issues. No formal votes were taken, but Mayor Brown proposed a future workshop to develop a project game plan.
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold first readings and public hearings on the final millage rate and the final budget for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2022, as well as an amendment to the current FY 2022 budget. The council will also consider approving a contract with the Fraternal Order of Police and the sale of surplus vehicles. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments.
- Ordinance 2022-04: adopting final millage rate and levying ad valorem taxes for FY 2022-23
- Ordinance 2022-05: adopting final budget and appropriating funds for FY 2022-23
- Ordinance 2022-06: amending the FY 2022 operating budget
- Consideration of approval of Fraternal Order of Police contract
- Consideration of approval of surplus vehicles
The City Council voted to keep the millage rate unchanged at 3.3656, rejecting a proposed increase. The Council also approved the FY2023 budget on first read with adjustments to reflect the unchanged tax rate.
- Kept millage rate unchanged at 3.3656 (5-0)
- Approved FY2023 Budget on first read with amendment to reflect 3.3656 millage rate (5-0)
- Approved FY2022 Budget Amendment on first read (5-0)
- Approved Fraternal Order of Police contract (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved declaration of surplus vehicles for sale on GovDeals (5-0)
- Approved minutes from August 1, August 15 Regular, and August 15 Workshop meetings (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Transportation and Infrastructure Planning Committee will meet to discuss critical infrastructure needs including wastewater, water, stormwater, and asphalt asset management. A guest from FDOT will present. The next meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2022.
- FDOT guest presentation by Jim Knight, Urban Transportation Development Manager
- Discussion of wastewater infrastructure needs
- Discussion of water infrastructure needs
- Discussion of stormwater infrastructure needs
- Discussion of Asphalt Asset Management Plan
The committee met for the first time to discuss prioritizing infrastructure needs and identifying funding sources. City Manager Stefen Wynn presented a priority list of approximately 60 water and wastewater projects totaling $66,822,187. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
Finance / Boards / Charter Review Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss the status of the FY-2021 audit and the FY 2023 budget process, including a proposed millage rate, salary study results, capital improvement plans for utility funds, and departmental budget worksheets. Public comment is scheduled.
- Status of FY-2021 audit
- Proposed millage rate and comparison to other communities
- Salary study results
- Capital improvement plan for enterprise (utility) funds
- Departmental budget worksheets
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a special and workshop meeting to consider approving tree trimming for Beaches Town Center and 1st Street, followed by a workshop with presentations on impact fees, departmental scorecards, committee reports, and a discussion on Airbnb/short-term rentals. No ordinances or contracts are proposed.
- Approval of tree trimming for Beaches Town Center and 1st Street
- Impact Fee Presentation by Mr. Terrell K. Arline
- Discussion on Airbnb/Short-Term Rental regulations
- Committee reports from Charter Review, Finance, and Land Use and Parks
The City Council approved a contract for tree trimming services using a shared bid with Atlantic Beach. The project will be funded via a budget amendment transferring surplus revenue from paid parking.
- Approved Beaches Town Center and First Street tree trimming for a not to exceed amount of $29,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a regular meeting with a second reading and public hearing on a major ordinance amending multiple chapters of the city code, including alcoholic beverages, coastal construction, and land development regulations. The council will also consider setting the proposed millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year, approve an interlocal agreement for opioid settlement funds, and discuss contracts for the City Hall roof replacement and audio/video upgrades.
- Ordinance 2022-03 (second reading) amending Chapters 4, 8, 17, 18, and 27 of the city code
- Consideration of proposed millage rate
- Resolution 2022-06 approving interlocal agreement for opioid litigation settlement proceeds
- Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with Ardurra Group, Inc. for City Hall roof replacement project
- Upgrade and improve audio/video equipment in Council Chambers
The City Council approved comprehensive revisions to the Land Development Code and a proposed millage rate increase. The Council also authorized funding for City Hall roof engineering and Council Chamber audio-visual upgrades.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-03 revising Land Development Regulations (5-0)
- Approved proposed millage rate of 3.5193 (4-1)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-06 for Opioid Litigation Settlement proceeds (5-0)
- Approved $30,761.36 contract with Ardurra Group for City Hall roof engineering (5-0)
- Approved $47,500 for Council Chamber audio/visual upgrades using ARPA funds (5-0)
- Approved June 29 and July 5 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a first reading and public hearing for Ordinance No. 2022-03. This ordinance proposes revisions to multiple sections of the Code of Ordinances and the Unified Land Development Regulations.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2022-03 regarding city code amendments
- Proposed revisions to Alcoholic Beverages, Building Regulations, and Coastal Construction Code
- Proposed revisions to Unified Land Development Regulations including Land Use and Tree Protection
- Presentation of Above and Beyond Award to the City of Neptune Beach
The City Council approved the first read of Ordinance No. 2022-03 to revise land development regulations. The changes include removing restaurants and dance facilities from the C-1 zoning district and requiring a supermajority vote for Planned Unit Developments (PUDs).
- Approved first read of Ordinance No. 2022-03 revising Land Development Regulations (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 6, June 21 (Special), and June 21 (Workshop) meetings (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss four topics in the proposed land development code update (Ordinance 2022-03): uses in the C-1 zoning district, architectural requirements for the RC/NC Overlay, density clarifications for the RC Overlay, and Planned Unit Developments (PUDs). The Community Development Board conditionally approved the code on June 8, 2022, with revisions, and staff is presenting recommendations for council discussion. No formal action is expected; the meeting is for discussion and consensus only.
- Discussion of uses in C-1 district, including restaurants, retail, and personal services
- Review of RC/NC Overlay architectural requirements
- Proposed density clarifications for RC Overlay, including duplex lot size changes to 8,500 sq ft
- Discussion of Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) and their removal from special exception
- Staff recommends limiting restaurant hours to 7am-10pm and removing outdoor seating in C-1
The Neptune Beach City Council held a special workshop on June 29, 2022 to discuss Land Development Code revisions covering C-1 uses, the RC/NC Overlays, density rules, and Planned Unit Developments. No votes were taken; the minutes record discussion and direction only. Several council members said they supported removing restaurants from the C-1 district and keeping retail as a special exception, and most voiced support for the staff-recommended RC/NC Overlay lot sizes. Council also discussed whether to keep PUDs out of C-1 and whether to move the July 5 first reading, which the City Attorney said could not be changed because of notice requirements.
- No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was a workshop discussion only
- Restaurants in C-1: Vice Mayor Chin, Councilor Key, Councilor Livingston and Councilor Messinger supported removing them; Mayor Brown said she wants C-1 left alone
- Retail in C-1: staff advised retail must remain allowed by right or special exception to stay in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan
- RC/NC Overlay: Councilor Key, Councilor Livingston, Councilor Messinger and Mayor Brown voiced support for staff recommendations; Vice Mayor Chin said he is okay with 8,500 sq ft duplex lots
- Density: Councilor Messinger requested added language that the right-of-way calculation rounds up only to permit one unit
- PUDs: Mayor Brown said she wants PUDs kept out of C-1; Councilor Livingston said she is okay with PUDs staying in C-1 with added language on uses
- July 5 first reading: City Attorney Roth said notice requirements mean the meeting can only be held July 5; no change made
- Meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct the first reading and public hearing of Ordinance 2022-03, which proposes amendments to several chapters of the city code, including alcoholic beverages, buildings, coastal construction, sales, streets, and the Unified Land Development Regulations. Following the special meeting, a workshop will be held for council comments, committee reports, and issue development, with no proposed ordinances or contracts listed.
- First reading and public hearing of Ordinance 2022-03, amending Chapters 4, 8, 17, 18, and 27 of the City Code
- Workshop includes departmental score card and committee reports from Charter Review, Finance, and Land Use and Parks
- No proposed ordinances or contracts listed for the workshop
- Public comments are scheduled in the workshop
The City Council voted to defer Ordinance No. 2022-03, which proposed extensive revisions to the Land Development Code and other city ordinances. The deferral allows for further review and discussion of the updates before a final vote.
- Deferred Ordinance No. 2022-03 regarding Land Development Code revisions (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Development Board
The Neptune Beach Community Development Board is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on various land use, zoning, and development-related items. The agenda includes items such as comprehensive plan amendments, zoning code text amendments, and site plan reviews. Specific details are limited due to the agenda's formatting, but the board will address matters affecting property development and land use regulations in the city.
- Discussion of comprehensive plan amendments
- Review of zoning code text amendments
- Site plan review for development projects
- Consideration of land use applications
- Public hearings on zoning matters
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 6, 2022. They will consider a variance request for a commercial building on Marsh Point Road, adopt a new city services fee schedule, approve the sale of a police vehicle, and discuss drainage options for the 400 block of South Street.
- Variance request V22-06 for lots on Marsh Point Road to reduce rear and side setbacks for a 2-story commercial building
- Resolution 2022-06 adopting a schedule of fees for various city services
- Sale of 2016 Ford Explorer Police 4WD for $10,999.99 on GovDeals
- Proposed drainage alternatives for the 400 block of South Street
The Neptune Beach City Council voted 4-0 to defer Resolution No. 2022-06, a resolution adopting a schedule of fees for various city services, to a future meeting so Councilor Messinger could see comparisons with neighboring municipalities and a breakdown of changes. The council approved variance V22-06 for a 2-story commercial building on Marsh Point Road with six conditions, 4-0. It also approved the sale of a 2016 Ford Explorer police vehicle for $10,099.99 on GovDeals, 4-0, and approved the May 2 and May 16, 2022 meeting minutes, 4-0. A drainage alternatives item for the 400 block of South Street was deferred to a workshop. Councilor Lauren Key was absent.
- Deferred Resolution No. 2022-06 adopting a city services fee schedule (4-0)
- Approved variance V22-06 for a 2-story commercial building at Marsh Point Road with six conditions (4-0)
- Approved sale of 2016 Ford Explorer police vehicle for $10,099.99 on GovDeals (4-0)
- Approved May 2, 2022 regular and May 16, 2022 workshop meeting minutes (4-0)
- Deferred drainage alternatives for the 400 block of South Street to a council workshop
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Community Development Board
The Community Development Board is meeting to discuss and review a draft of the Unified Land Development Code Revisions. The agenda includes a detailed list of proposed changes to various chapters, covering topics such as definitions, land use, accessory structures, tree protection, and stormwater. Public comments and open discussion are also scheduled.
- Proposed changes to Chapter 17 (Sales) include adding 'Temporary' to Open Air Sales and Markets, clarifying food truck operations, and adding a fee for applicants.
- Chapter 18 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places) would remove allowance for parking areas in the right-of-way beyond a driveway apron and revise R-4 to RC Overlay.
- Article I (Definitions) would add numerous new definitions, including food truck, motorized kick scooter, and low impact design (LID).
- Article IV (Land Use) includes changes such as moving restaurants to Special Exception, removing outdoor seating as an allowable use, and prohibiting strip malls in C-1.
- Article IX (Tree Protection) would remove sycamore tree from the approved list and add language that fines go to the city tree mitigation fund.
Community Development Board
The Community Development Board is reviewing a draft of the Unified Land Development Code Revisions. The agenda includes discussion of the draft, public comments, and open discussion. The attached materials list numerous proposed changes across many chapters, including definitions, land use, accessory structures, tree protection, and stormwater regulations.
- Proposed changes to Chapter 17 (Sales) include adding 'Temporary' to Open Air Sales and Markets, clarifying food truck operations, and adding a fee for applicants.
- Chapter 18 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places) proposes removing allowance for parking areas in the right-of-way beyond a driveway apron.
- Article I (Definitions) proposes adding definitions for terms like 'Food Truck', 'Drive-thru Facility', 'Hazard Tree', and 'Motorized kick scooter'.
- Article IV (Land Use) proposes moving restaurants to Special Exception in C-1, removing outdoor seating as an allowable use, and removing strip malls in C-1.
- Article X (Streets, Sidewalks, & ROW) proposes adding language that no new cul-de-sacs shall be created in Neptune Beach.
City Council
The City Council held a workshop to review Resolution No. 2022-06, which proposes a new schedule of fees for various city services. The meeting included discussions on Neptune House rentals, public records requests, and permit fees. No formal vote was taken on the resolution during this workshop.
City Council
The City Council adopted a resolution to provide Neptune Beach residents with three free hours of daily parking starting July 1. The council also approved an invitation to bid for improvements to the Senior Activity Center and authorized a server upgrade.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-05 modifying resident parking rates and availability (4-0)
- Approved Invitation to Bid for Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center improvements (4-0)
- Approved Phase II of the Resiliency Lab StormSensor project using ARPA funding (4-0)
- Approved purchase and upgrade of city servers (4-0)
- Approved Special Exception SE 22-01 for a part-time massage therapy suite at 120 Lemon Street (4-0)
- Approved Dancin’ in the Street event for May 21, 2022 (4-0)
- Approved minutes from March 29, April 4, and April 18, 2022 meetings (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a traffic calming application for McCollum Circle, the final rendering of the Senior Activity Center, a resolution to modify parking rates for residents, and a review of draft Land Development Code changes. No ordinances or contracts are proposed for this meeting.
- Traffic calming application for McCollum Circle (Cedar Street to Valley Forge Rd E.)
- Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center final rendering discussion
- Resolution No. 2022-05 modifying parking rates and availability for residents
- Dancin' in the Streets event on May 21, 2022
- Draft Land Development Code changes: Coastal Construction, Accessory Structures, Concurrency, Wellfields, Parking, Advertising, Nonconforming uses
The City Council held a workshop to discuss several pending items, including a proposal for resident parking rates and senior center design. No final votes were taken, as items were moved to the May 2 agenda for formal action.
- Moved Resolution No. 2022-05 (proposed 3 free hours for residents) to May 2 agenda
- Moved Senior Activity Center RFP to May 2 agenda
- Moved Dancin’ in the Street cost-sharing request to May 2 agenda
- Directed staff to contact HOA regarding traffic calming on McCollum Circle
- Discussed Land Development Code changes regarding coastal lighting, accessory structures, and parking
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a regular meeting with a largely ceremonial agenda, including recognition of former Vice Mayor Fred Jones, a Water Conservation Month proclamation, and the 2021 Police Department Employee of the Year award. There are no ordinances, variances, development orders, or new business items on the agenda, and the consent agenda is empty. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from previous meetings and public comments.
- Recognition of former Vice Mayor Fred Jones
- Water Conservation Month Proclamation - April 2022
- 2021 Neptune Beach Police Department Employee of the Year - Officer Joseph Dzamko
- Approval of minutes from March 7, 2022, March 21, 2022 (Special and Workshop) meetings
The Neptune Beach City Council met on April 4, 2022 and approved, as amended, the minutes of its March 7 regular meeting and March 21 special and workshop meetings by a 4-0 vote. The rest of the meeting was taken up by awards, reports and comments: a plaque for former Vice Mayor Fred Jones, a Water Conservation Month proclamation, and the 2021 Officer of the Year award to Officer Joseph Dzamko. No ordinances, development orders, old business or new business were on the agenda, and the meeting adjourned at 6:31 p.m.
- Approved March 7, 2022 regular meeting minutes, as amended (4-0)
- Approved March 21, 2022 special meeting minutes, as amended (4-0)
- Approved March 21, 2022 workshop meeting minutes, as amended (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a roundtable workshop to obtain direction on proposed amendments to the Land Development Code. Staff will present options for each of 12 code sections, and the council will provide direction on which language to adopt. Public comment is invited on each item.
- Side setbacks in RC Overlay: 5' vs 7'
- Building height measurement: average roof point vs pitch
- Arcades in CBD: retain or remove
- Porch/stoop encroachment: 10' vs 5' front, 3' side
- Lot coverage in RC Overlay: 60% vs 50%
Council members provided direction on the 80% completed Land Development Code rewrite. The body reached consensus on maintaining specific setbacks, lot sizes, and building height measurements to preserve community character.
- Consensus to keep side setbacks in the RC Overlay at seven feet
- Supported staff recommendation to measure building height to the ridgeline/highest point
- Consensus to remove the proposal for arcades in the Central Business District
- Supported optional language limiting porch/stoop front setback encroachment to five feet
- Consensus to allow uncovered outdoor structures to encroach up to 15 feet into rear setbacks
- Supported staff recommendation for 50-foot minimum lots in R-4 and RC Overlay
- Consensus to maintain 50% lot coverage in the RC Overlay
- Supported 8,000 square foot minimum lot size for duplexes
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution supporting Ukraine, approve two new city positions (Accounts Payable and Payroll Accountant, and Pump Mechanic), and confirm Danielle Dyer-Tyler as Chief Financial Officer. A workshop will follow to review draft changes to the Land Development Code, including sections on alcoholic beverages, open air sales, streets, tree protection, and stormwater management.
- Resolution No. 2022-04 supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression
- Approval of new positions: Accounts Payable and Payroll Accountant, Pump Mechanic
- Confirmation of Danielle Dyer-Tyler as Chief Financial Officer
- Review of draft Land Development Code changes (Charter Section 4.07, Chapters 4, 17, 18, 27)
- Public comments and committee reports (Finance, Land Use and Parks, Charter Review)
The City Council adopted a resolution supporting Ukraine and approved the creation of two new staff positions. The Council also confirmed the appointment of the Chief Financial Officer. A subsequent workshop was held to discuss draft Land Development Code changes, though no votes were taken during that session.
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-04 supporting Ukraine against Russian government aggression (4-0)
- Approved creation of Accounts Payable and Payroll Accountant position (4-0)
- Approved creation of Pump Mechanic position (4-0)
- Confirmed Danielle Dyer-Tyler as Chief Financial Officer (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Land Use and Parks Committee
The Land Use and Parks Committee will discuss old business including tree planting updates and a recreational trails grant, and new business including court rules, park rules, staffing, and a Florida Inland Navigation District grant opportunity. Public comments will be heard.
- Duval Tree Mitigation Fund Tree Planting update (Jarboe Park, neighborhood planting)
- Recreational Trails Program Grant update
- Discussion of court rules and public play options
- Park rules and staff ordinance recommendation
- Florida Inland Navigation District Grant opportunity
The Neptune Beach Land Use and Parks Committee held a discussion on March 8, 2022, regarding tree planting updates, grant opportunities, park rules, staffing, and beach access improvements. The minutes record no substantive votes or final decisions, as items were discussed for future consideration or upcoming workshops.
- Discussed Duval Tree Mitigation Fund tree planting at Jarboe Park
- Discussed Neighborhood Planting Update and website information
- Discussed Recreational Trails Program Grant check received
- Discussed court rules, public play options, and park staff ordinance recommendations
- Discussed parks staffing, maintenance needs, beach access points, and a potential grant boardwalk
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a regular meeting with a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance amending rules for personal vehicles on city beaches. The council will also appoint members to the Community Development Board and elect a Vice Mayor. Several proclamations and approval of prior meeting minutes are on the agenda.
- Ordinance 2022-02 (second read): amends Section 7-29 on use of personal vehicles on city beaches
- Resolution 2022-03: appointing members to the Community Development Board
- Election of Vice Mayor
- Proclamation honoring Fletcher High School Girls Soccer Team as State 6A Champions
- Proclamation designating March as Irish American Heritage Month
The City Council elected Councilor Chin as Vice Mayor and adopted an ordinance regarding the use of personal vehicles on beaches. The Council also appointed new members to the Community Development Board.
- Elected Councilor Chin as Vice Mayor (5-0)
- Approved minutes from February 7, February 22 Regular, and February 22 Workshop meetings (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-02 amending Section 7-29 regarding bicycles and personal vehicles on beaches (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-03 appointing William Hilton and Rhonda Charles to the Community Development Board (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting and workshop. In the special meeting, they will vote on three supplemental agreements for engineering services related to the Florida Boulevard culvert replacement and other water projects. The workshop will include a discussion on a proposed ordinance to prohibit electric bicycles on the beach, as well as a review of draft land development regulations.
- Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Ardurra Group, Inc. for post-design services on Florida Boulevard Culvert Replacement Project
- Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc. for surface water discharge elimination feasibility and planning
- Supplemental Agreement No. 4 with Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc. for surveying services to locate rights-of-way
- Discussion of Ordinance No. 2022-02 to amend Section 7-29, Article II, Chapter 7 (Beaches and Waterways) to prohibit electric bicycles on city beaches
- Review of first draft of Chapter 27, Unified Land Development Regulations, including variances, special exceptions, and land use
At a special meeting on February 22, 2022, the Neptune Beach City Council approved three supplemental agreements by 5-0 votes: No. 1 with Ardurra Group for post-design services on the Florida Boulevard Culvert Replacement Project, No. 3 with Jones Edmunds for surface water discharge elimination planning, and No. 4 with Jones Edmunds for right-of-way surveying near Bank of America. A workshop followed where the city manager presented a departmental score card and requested five additional full-time staff hires, but the council took no vote and asked for job descriptions and cost details first. The workshop also included discussion of a draft ordinance banning electric bicycles on the beach and a first draft of Chapter 27 land development regulations; no decisions were made on those items.
- Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Ardurra Group, Inc. for post-design phase services on the Florida Boulevard Culvert Replacement Project (5-0)
- Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc. for surface water discharge elimination feasibility and planning (5-0)
- Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 4 with Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc. for surveying services to locate rights-of-way (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items. They will conduct a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance amending the FY2021 operating budget, and a first reading on an ordinance restricting personal vehicles on beaches. They will also consider a resolution appointing a police retirement board member, a resiliency lab MOU, a letter opposing state vacation rental bills, and a council seat appointment.
- Ordinance 2022-01: second reading to amend FY2021 operating budget
- Ordinance 2202-02: first reading to amend beach vehicle use rules
- Resolution 2022-02: appoint member to Police Officers' Retirement Board
- Consider letter opposing Senate Bill 512 and House Bill 325 on vacation rentals
- Selection for Council Seat 5
The City Council appointed Nia Livingston to fill the vacant Council Seat 5 and administered her oath of office. The Council also adopted an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2021 operating budget and approved a $16,000 pilot project for a resiliency lab. Additionally, the Council moved to a second reading of an ordinance that would prohibit electric bicycles on city beaches and dunes.
- Appointed Nia Livingston to Council Seat 5 (4-0)
- Approved FY 2021 budget amendment (5-0)
- Advanced e-bike beach ban ordinance to second reading (5-0)
- Appointed Scott Wiley to Police Officers' Retirement Board (5-0)
- Approved $16,000 Resiliency Lab and StormSensor pilot project (5-0)
- Approved letter opposing Senate Bill 512 and House Bill 325 (5-0)
- Approved minutes for January 3 and 18, 2022 meetings (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct the first reading and public hearing of Ordinance 2022-01, which amends the city's operating budget for fiscal year 2021 (October 1, 2020 – September 30, 2021). Following that, a workshop meeting will include the City Manager's report, committee updates, and discussions on a parking zone proposal and the first draft of revisions to the Unified Land Development Code.
- Ordinance 2022-01: first reading and public hearing to amend FY 2021 operating budget
- Mobility Management Department year-end report and parking zone proposal
- Discussion of first draft of Chapter 27, Unified Land Development Regulations, Article I and II
The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-01 to amend the Fiscal Year 2021 operating budget. During a subsequent workshop, officials discussed parking revenue sharing with Atlantic Beach and reviewed drafts of the Unified Land Development Code.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-01 (FY 2021 Budget Amendment) on first read (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Neptune Beach City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances regarding emergency management, electric mobility device moratoriums, and the 2022 fiscal year operating budget. The Council will also discuss a vacancy for City Council Seat 5 and consider supplemental agreements for permitting and MS4 compliance services.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2021-13 regarding new Emergency Management rules
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2021-14 extending a moratorium on electric mobility devices and scooters
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2021-15 amending the FY 2022 operating budget
- Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for well design services
- Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with Dewberry | Hydro, Inc. for MS4 compliance services
The City Council approved a new emergency management ordinance and extended a moratorium on commercial e-scooter rentals. The council also amended the FY2022 budget and approved two supplemental professional service agreements for water and stormwater management.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-13 creating Emergency Management rules (3-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-14 extending e-scooter commercial rental moratorium (3-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-15 amending the FY2022 Operating Budget (3-0)
- Approved $421,000 agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates for well design and permitting (3-0)
- Approved $19,000 agreement with Dewberry Hydro for MS4 compliance reporting (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-01 appointing members to the Community Development Board (3-0)
- Approved minutes from Dec. 6, 2021 meetings (3-0)