Neptune Beach public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one to allow payments in lieu of off-street parking in the Central Business District (second read) and another amending land development regulations and floodplain rules (first read). They will also consider resolutions on parking fees and a statewide mutual aid agreement, a Verizon water tower lease amendment, and event approvals.

• Ordinance 2023-10 (2nd read): payment in lieu of off-street parking in Central Business District
• Ordinance 2023-11 (1st read): amendments to definitions, variances, and floodplain chapter
• Resolution 2023-14: establishing payment in lieu of parking fees
• Resolution 2023-15: adopting Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement
• Proposed 2nd amendment to Water Tower Lease Agreement with Verizon Wireless

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a special meeting and workshop to discuss and decide on several items, including a first reading of an ordinance to change parking payment rules in the Central Business District, approval of contracts for sewer improvements, and agreements with police and firefighter unions. The workshop will also cover a proposed floodplain regulation update and committee reports.

• Ordinance 2023-10: first reading and public hearing to revise parking payment-in-lieu rules in the Central Business District
• Approval of return and waste sludge pumps variable frequency drive panel
• Request for inclusion in FDEP Wastewater State Revolving Fund for wastewater system improvements
• Approval of engineering services for 3rd Street redundant gravity sewer
• Agreements with Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police and Northeast Florida Public Employee's Local 630

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the final millage rate and budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023, along with a land development regulation amendment. A workshop session will follow, featuring a nuisance and special assessment discussion, a payment-in-lieu-of-parking discussion, and recognition of community members.

• Ordinance 2023-07: Adopting final millage rate and levying ad valorem taxes for FY 2023-24
• Ordinance 2023-08: Adopting final budget and appropriating funds for FY 2023-24
• Ordinance 2023-09: Amending Chapter 27 (Unified Land Development Regulations) on land use and accessory structures
• Resolution 2023-11: Appointing members to the Civil Service Board
• Workshop: Discussion on nuisances and special assessments, and payment in-lieu of parking

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed final millage rate and the final budget for fiscal year 2023-24, which begins October 1, 2023. The meeting also includes second readings of ordinances on beach dog rules and competitive bidding, plus a first reading on land use and accessory structures. Other items include resolutions on meeting order and a state loan application, and several infrastructure project approvals.

• Ordinance 2023-07: adopt final millage rate for FY 2023-24
• Ordinance 2023-08: adopt final budget for FY 2023-24
• Ordinance 2023-05 (2nd read): amend dog-on-beach rules to align with Atlantic Beach
• Ordinance 2023-06 (2nd read): amend competitive bidding and written contracts
• Resolution 2023-10: authorize State Revolving Fund loan application

Police Officers' Retirement Board

The Neptune Beach Police Officers' Retirement Board is meeting quarterly to handle routine business, including approving minutes and invoices, and to discuss the proposed FY 23-24 budget and a COLA study. Reports from the actuary, investment advisors, and attorney will cover fund performance and legislative updates.

• Approval of May 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Ratification of warrants #86, #87, #88
• FY 23-24 proposed budget discussion
• COLA study by actuary Foster & Foster
• House Bill 3 update from plan attorney

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will confirm the new Chief of Police, hold public hearings on the FY 2023 budget amendment and first readings of ordinances on beach dog rules and competitive bidding, and consider awarding a contract for City Hall roof repair. They will also discuss wastewater plant improvements, land development code updates, and a resolution to seek funding from Jacksonville.

• Confirmation of new Chief of Police/Director of Public Safety
• Ordinance 2023-04: FY 2023 budget amendment (second read)
• Ordinance 2023-05: Dogs on the beach rules (first read)
• CONB 2023-02: City Hall roof repair award
• Resolution 2023-08: Pursue funding from Jacksonville

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider approving an emergency repair of the disk filter from Nuove Energie. The agenda contains only this single action item, along with procedural items.

• Emergency repair of disk filter from Nuove Energie

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution appointing members to the Community Development Board and to consider approval of the Well 1 replacement and pump. A workshop session will follow, featuring departmental score cards, committee reports, a proposed ordinance on competitive bidding, and an update on the Senior Center project.

• Resolution No. 2023-08 appointing members to Community Development Board
• Consideration of Well 1 replacement and pump
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article VI, Section 2-377 on competitive bidding and written contracts
• Senior Center project update
• Presentation of Neptune Trident Award to Patsy Bishop

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an amendment to its municipal solid waste services contract with Waste Pro of Florida, Inc. The amendment extends the contract term to November 30, 2029, resolves a fee dispute, and updates rates and service terms. The council will vote on this amendment after public comment.

• Contract extension to November 30, 2029, with option for three-year renewals
• City to pay Waste Pro $169,310.13 to settle fuel recovery and franchise fee dispute
• Residential solid waste rate set at $29.34 per month
• Annual rate increases capped at 6% with carryover of excess CPI increases
• Franchise fee eliminated; city to pay any tipping fee increases

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to consider appointing a city manager, approving a contract with The Southern Group, and amending the FY 2023 operating budget. They will also consider several infrastructure contracts, including water well projects, a pipe rehabilitation project, and emergency dive services. A workshop follows to discuss departmental scorecards, committee reports, a proposed ordinance on dogs on the beach, and the FDOT SR A1A/Third Street Complete Streets concept.

• Appointment of City Manager position
• Contract agreement with The Southern Group
• Ordinance No. 2023-04: FY 2023 budget amendment
• Task Order #2 with University of Florida
• CIPP project on 3rd Street near Myrtle Street and Bal Harbor Subdivision

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold second readings and public hearings on two ordinances: one regulating tree trimming waste and another prohibiting smoking and vaping in public parks and beaches. The council will also discuss the Waste Pro contract, receive a project update on the City Hall roof replacement, and consider several purchases and approvals, including an emergency vehicle replacement and a stormwater model.

• Ordinance 2023-02: second reading on tree trimming waste regulation
• Ordinance 2023-03: second reading on smoking/vaping ban in parks and beaches
• Waste Pro contract discussion
• Emergency purchase of ocean rescue vehicle replacement
• RFP for wellfield investigative and rehabilitation work

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council convened a special meeting to receive an audit presentation from Purvis Gray and allow public comments. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda.

Transportation and Public Safety Committee

The Transportation and Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss stormwater strategic planning, the FDOT SR A1A/Third St Complete Streets concept, and infrastructure funding. Presentations will be given by Public Works staff and consultants. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion and information.

• Stormwater strategic planning presentation by Jones Edmunds
• FDOT SR A1A/Third St Complete Streets concept by Deputy Public Works Director
• Infrastructure funding presentation by The Southern Group

Police Officers' Retirement Board

The Neptune Beach Police Officers' Retirement Board is meeting quarterly to handle routine business, including approving minutes and invoices, and receiving reports from the actuary, investment consultant, and attorney. They will also discuss a COLA study and consider council-appointed trustee seats.

• Ratification of Warrant #85
• Fund activity report for Feb 4 – May 12, 2023
• October 1, 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report
• Quarterly investment report as of March 31, 2023
• Discussion of SECURE Act 2.0 and legal updates

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and decisions. They will consider a special exception for a church to build a permanent stage, first readings of ordinances on tree-trimming waste and smoking/vaping bans in parks and beaches, and a land development code update. The council will also discuss and potentially approve multiple contracts and projects, including water tower renovation, wastewater improvements, and engineering services.

• Special exception SE23-01 for First Christian Church of the Beaches to build a permanent stage at 2125 First Street
• Ordinance 2023-02: governing waste from tree trimming and removal
• Ordinance 2023-03: prohibiting smoking and vaping in public parks and beaches
• Ordinance 2023-04: revising land development regulations (Articles IV and V)
• Consideration of contracts with Hazen and Sawyer and Saltus Engineering, Inc.

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to approve Jamie Hernandez as Chief Financial Officer, request Atlantic Beach allow a fire-suppression water connection, oppose state bills on municipal utilities, and authorize a maintenance agreement with FDOT for Atlantic Boulevard. A workshop follows with departmental scorecards, committee reports, and proposed ordinances on tree waste, smoking in parks, and land development code updates.

• Approval of Jamie Hernandez as Chief Financial Officer
• Resolution 2023-04 requesting Atlantic Beach permit fire-suppression connection
• Resolution 2023-05 opposing House Bill 1331 and Senate Bill 1380 on municipal utilities
• Resolution 2023-06 authorizing Atlantic Boulevard maintenance agreement with FDOT
• Proposed ordinances: tree trimming waste, smoking in parks/beaches, land development code updates

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from prior sessions, hear public comments, and conduct routine communications. The body will vote on a zoning ordinance amendment and consider awarding a contract for senior center exterior work. A consent order for the wastewater treatment facility and a discussion on waste collection services are also on the agenda.

• Vote on Ordinance 2023-01 to amend building area requirements in R-1, R-2, and R-3 zoning districts
• Consider awarding CONB 2023-01 for Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center Porch and Exterior Finishes
• Second public hearing on First Amendment to Development Agreement with Neptune Beach, FL Realty LLC
• Approval of Signature for Consent Order - Neptune Beach WWTF (OGC File No. 22-2304)
• Discussion of Waste Pro contract

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and potentially vote on a first amendment to a development agreement with Neptune Beach, FL Realty LLC. The original agreement was entered into on March 1, 2021.

• First Amendment to Development Agreement with Neptune Beach, FL Realty LLC (original agreement dated March 1, 2021)

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a first reading and public hearing on an ordinance to remove the 3,500 and 3,000 floor area ratio maximums in R-1, R-2, and R-3 residential zones. The council will also discuss a development agreement amendment, consider bids for City Hall roof repair and police department A/C overhaul, and approve a signature authority for a wastewater consent order.

• Ordinance 2023-01: removes 3,500 and 3,000 floor area ratio maximums in R-1, R-2, R-3 zones
• Discussion of First Amendment to Development Agreement with Neptune Beach, FL Realty LLC
• Bid No. 2023-02: City Hall Roof Repair
• Authority of Signature for Amended Consent Order OGC-Neptune Beach WWTF, OGC No. 20-0773
• Police Department A/C System Overhaul

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a special meeting and workshop. They will consider a supplemental agreement with Marquis Latimer + Halback, Inc. for the Senior Activity Center exterior and landscaping design, and discuss the next steps for the center. The workshop includes committee reports and discussions on the DIG Local Network-Beaches Green Market and Land Development Code revisions.

• Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Marquis Latimer + Halback, Inc. for Senior Activity Center exterior and landscaping design
• Discussion of next steps for Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center
• Swearing-in ceremony for Officer Tyler W. Deel
• Irish American Heritage Month proclamation
• Land Development Code Revision Recommendations

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the interim city manager position. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda, and the meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call and public comments.

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items. They will conduct a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance that amends the city's agenda rules. The council will also consider resolutions to revoke a prior resolution, appoint members to boards, and approve an interlocal agreement with Jacksonville for 9-1-1 user fees. Additionally, they will discuss hiring senior advisors to assist in the city manager search.

• Ordinance 2022-09 (second read) amending Section 2-28 (Agenda)
• Resolution 2023-01 revoking Resolution 2017-01
• Resolution 2023-02 appointing Community Development Board members
• Resolution 2023-03 appointing a fifth member to Police Officers' Retirement Fund Board
• Interlocal agreement with Jacksonville for 9-1-1 user fees

Community Development Board

The Neptune Beach City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Neptune Beach Plaza water tank and matters related to the city manager search and staffing. Public comments will be heard. No formal votes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Neptune Beach Plaza water tank
• City manager search and staffing matters
• Public comments

City Council

The Neptune Beach City Council will hold a special meeting to consider the city manager’s employment and then convene a workshop to review departmental scorecards and committee reports. The workshop will include a discussion on revoking a 2017 resolution and a proposal to approve a fee waiver for variance requests related to Floor Area Ratio (FAR).

• Revocation of Resolution No. 2017-01 via Resolution No. 2023-01
• Discussion to approve fee waiver for FAR variance requests