Atlantic Beach roundup: City manager appointment, tree protections on June agendas; minutes pending
Atlantic Beach officials convened a series of meetings in late June covering the city manager appointment, tree protections, budget planning, and grant outreach. Minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, so outcomes of scheduled votes and discussions cannot be confirmed from available records.
City Commission — June 22
The Regular City Commission agenda included several items involving money, land, and city services. The commission was scheduled to consider approving an employment agreement for Kevin Hogencamp as permanent city manager under Resolution 26-81, and rescinding the prior search under Resolution 26-82.
Other scheduled items:
- Introduce Ordinance 5-26-75 and 5-26-76 to consolidate and update city fees across building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, public works, zoning, and parks.
- Introduce Ordinance 95-26-128 creating landmark live oak tree preservation regulations.
- Award construction contracts for the Atlantic Coast Public Works Equipment Building and the 2026 annual milling & paving project (Resolutions 26-79, 26-80).
- Extend the paid parking program at Beaches Town Center through Dec. 31, 2026 (Resolution 26-83).
Because minutes are not yet available, it is not confirmed which of these items passed, failed, or were deferred.
Environmental Stewardship Committee — June 24
The ESC reviewed 2025 tree canopy data showing 4,436 inches of trees removed with permits versus 1,839 inches planted. The committee also discussed 156 mature trees lost through arborist letters with no replacement or fees. A motion was listed to approve up to $12,000 for free arborist days, conducted two to four times per year, for mature tree assessments. The tree fund balance was reported as $613,855 as of June 1, 2026. The committee also reviewed the landmark tree protection ordinance draft headed for commission first reading.
Other Recent Meetings
The Arts, Recreation, and Culture Committee held a public Q&A on June 23 regarding 2026-27 grant information. On June 29, the City Commission held a budget workshop where City Manager Hogencamp presented an overview of FY 2026-27 opportunities and challenges, with public comment included. Minutes for both are pending.
Coming Up
- **July 8 — Environmental Stewardship Committee:** Approve minutes from three prior meetings; discuss environmental awards, Minecraft expansion activities, and a speaker series planned for July 9.
- **July 9 — Code Enforcement Special Magistrate:** Four property violation cases, including storage containers and debris at 1400 Violet St., and cases at 82 8th St. W., 90 Dutton Island Rd., and 705 Atlantic Blvd.
- **July 13 — Regular City Commission:** FY 2026-27 budget strategy discussion; final readings on landmark tree protections (Ordinance 95-26-128), building permit fee updates (5-26-75), and parks fee consolidation (5-26-76); public hearing on an appeal of an administrative decision regarding mechanical equipment setback at 970 Jasmine Street.
Earlier weeks
- week of 2026-06-29 — Atlantic Beach commission weighs city manager hire, tree protections, fee changes
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