Call to Order. Roll Call. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
Administrative Items. Regular Agenda – modification(s); motion to approve.
Special Presentations, Proclamations / Recognitions. -Proclamation 2017-16: Proclaiming September 16-23, 2017 as National Estuaries Week highlighting critical habitats within Florida’s ecosystems. (N. Shaver, Mayor). -Proclamation 2017-18: Proclaims September as National Recovery Month encouraging preventative measures, treatment and recovery support services to those who need it. (N. Sikes-Kline, Commissioner). -Proclamation 2017-19: Recognizes the impact of the Women’s Exchange of St. Augustine in the community for 125 years. (N. Sikes-Kline, Commissioner). -Proclamation 2017-20: Proclaims September 28, 2017 as Blessings in a Backpack Day” which encourages citizens to support efforts to improve the health and wellness of children. (N. Shaver, Mayor).
Public Comments for General Public Comments or Agenda Items not requiring a Separate Public Hearing. (3 minutes per individual).
Consent Agenda – modification(s); motion to approve. (NOTE: Items proposed by the City Manager for consideration by the City Commission are included on the “Consent Agenda.”). CA.1. Preview of upcoming Commission meetings. a) The following ordinances are tentatively scheduled for 2nd reading on October 9, 2017: . Ordinance 2017-23 . Ordinance 2017-24 . Ordinance 2017-25 . Ordinance 2017-26 . Ordinance 2017-27 . Ordinance 2017-28 . Ordinance 2017-29 . Ordinance 2019-31 b) Reminder of upcoming meetings: . September 27, 2017 – Special Meeting at 5:05 p.m. . October 9, 2017 – Regular Commission Meeting at 5:00 p.m. . October 23, 2017 – Regular Commission Meeting at 5:00 p.m. CA.2. Approval of Minutes from prior commission meetings: None. CA.3. Releases of Lien for Unit Connection Fee Mortgage(s): None. CA.4. PROPOSED Proclamations, Certificates of Appreciation/Recognition. (Commission approval required). (To be read at a subsequent meeting). None. CA.5. Notification of Proclamations/Certificates of Recognition issued: None. CA.6. Ratification of the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Professional Firefighters of St. Augustine extending their contract for two years. (T. Burchfield, Assistant City Manager). CA.7. Invoice in the amount of $10,469.10 dated September 6, 2017 from Marks Gray, P.A. for legal services regarding the Wendler v COSA matter. (I. Lopez, City Attorney).
Appeals. Appeal of a Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB) denial of a nonapproved material to replace a wood shake roof on the house at 31 Spanish Street. (D. Birchim, Director, Planning and Building).
General Public Presentations. – (Presentations (maximum of 10 minutes per presentation). All presentations using video or power-point must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office not less than 5 days prior to the Commission Meeting at which they will be presented. A Presentation Support Services Request (available on the City’s website) MUST accompany all presentations. The Form is available at: http://www.citystaug.com/document_center/Administration/CityClerk/Presentation SupportServicesRequest04152016.pdf 7.A.1. Presentation by Carl Falconer, MPA, Regional Director - SOAR and Housing Initiatives and Melissa Nelson, Executive Director, United Way regarding Housing for Everyone in St. Johns County (N. Shaver, Mayor).
Amelia Cowles, Kate Courter and Liz Harbeson regarding a water issue at 11111 Harbour Vista Circle. (J. Regan, City Manager).
Ordinance 2017-24: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance repeals the pre-1964 ordinance requiring Peddlers and the permitting requirements. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-25: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance repeals regulation of the West Plaza grounds now owned and controlled by the State of Florida. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-26: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance amends the regulation of the lottery system at the Market in the Plaza, reduces fees and provides for indigence waiver of fees. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-27: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance amends definition for street artists and provides a definition for expressive speech. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-28: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance amends Mobile Vendors regulation to exempt street artists, reduces fees and extends hours of operation. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-29: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance creates Section 22-19 of the City Code providing for a lottery for first amendment expressive activity at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Resolution 2017-36: This resolution contains the amended and updated design standards for entry corridors for Anastasia Boulevard pursuant to comments by the City Commission on June 26, 2017. (D. Birchim, Director, Planning and Building).
Resolution 2017-37: Amends commercial and residential lease rates requiring commission approval to a baseline amount of $4,000 per month. (J. Piggott, Director, General Services).
10.A. Approval to allow the forgiveness of excessive water bills that were as a direct result of Hurricane Irma. (M. Litzinger, Director, Finance). 10.B. Approval to allow the forgiveness of late penalties for the payment of October Business Tax Receipts. (M. Litzinger, Director, Finance).
Mobility Program Status. (R. Franklin, Mobility Program Manager).
Cost share agreements with St. Johns River Water Management District pertaining to Lincolnville drainage improvements Project and box culvert over Oyster Creek replacement. (M. Graham, Director, Public Works).
Items by City Clerk Review of applications for the Planning and Zoning Board, requesting two appointments. (D. Galambos, City Clerk).
Items by City Manager Update on initial damage assessment resulting from Hurricane Irma. (J. Regan, City Manager).
14. Items by Mayor and Commissioners. 15. Adjourn.
Sep 25, 2017 City Commission
Call to Order. Roll Call. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
Administrative Items. Regular Agenda – modification(s); motion to approve.
Special Presentations, Proclamations / Recognitions. -Proclamation 2017-16: Proclaiming September 16-23, 2017 as National Estuaries Week highlighting critical habitats within Florida’s ecosystems. (N. Shaver, Mayor). -Proclamation 2017-18: Proclaims September as National Recovery Month encouraging preventative measures, treatment and recovery support services to those who need it. (N. Sikes-Kline, Commissioner). -Proclamation 2017-19: Recognizes the impact of the Women’s Exchange of St. Augustine in the community for 125 years. (N. Sikes-Kline, Commissioner). -Proclamation 2017-20: Proclaims September 28, 2017 as Blessings in a Backpack Day” which encourages citizens to support efforts to improve the health and wellness of children. (N. Shaver, Mayor).
Public Comments for General Public Comments or Agenda Items not requiring a Separate Public Hearing. (3 minutes per individual).
Consent Agenda – modification(s); motion to approve. (NOTE: Items proposed by the City Manager for consideration by the City Commission are included on the “Consent Agenda.”). CA.1. Preview of upcoming Commission meetings. a) The following ordinances are tentatively scheduled for 2nd reading on October 9, 2017: . Ordinance 2017-23 . Ordinance 2017-24 . Ordinance 2017-25 . Ordinance 2017-26 . Ordinance 2017-27 . Ordinance 2017-28 . Ordinance 2017-29 . Ordinance 2019-31 b) Reminder of upcoming meetings: . September 27, 2017 – Special Meeting at 5:05 p.m. . October 9, 2017 – Regular Commission Meeting at 5:00 p.m. . October 23, 2017 – Regular Commission Meeting at 5:00 p.m. CA.2. Approval of Minutes from prior commission meetings: None. CA.3. Releases of Lien for Unit Connection Fee Mortgage(s): None. CA.4. PROPOSED Proclamations, Certificates of Appreciation/Recognition. (Commission approval required). (To be read at a subsequent meeting). None. CA.5. Notification of Proclamations/Certificates of Recognition issued: None. CA.6. Ratification of the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Professional Firefighters of St. Augustine extending their contract for two years. (T. Burchfield, Assistant City Manager). CA.7. Invoice in the amount of $10,469.10 dated September 6, 2017 from Marks Gray, P.A. for legal services regarding the Wendler v COSA matter. (I. Lopez, City Attorney).
Appeals. Appeal of a Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB) denial of a nonapproved material to replace a wood shake roof on the house at 31 Spanish Street. (D. Birchim, Director, Planning and Building).
General Public Presentations. – (Presentations (maximum of 10 minutes per presentation). All presentations using video or power-point must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office not less than 5 days prior to the Commission Meeting at which they will be presented. A Presentation Support Services Request (available on the City’s website) MUST accompany all presentations. The Form is available at: http://www.citystaug.com/document_center/Administration/CityClerk/Presentation SupportServicesRequest04152016.pdf 7.A.1. Presentation by Carl Falconer, MPA, Regional Director - SOAR and Housing Initiatives and Melissa Nelson, Executive Director, United Way regarding Housing for Everyone in St. Johns County (N. Shaver, Mayor).
Amelia Cowles, Kate Courter and Liz Harbeson regarding a water issue at 11111 Harbour Vista Circle. (J. Regan, City Manager).
Ordinance 2017-24: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance repeals the pre-1964 ordinance requiring Peddlers and the permitting requirements. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-25: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance repeals regulation of the West Plaza grounds now owned and controlled by the State of Florida. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-26: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance amends the regulation of the lottery system at the Market in the Plaza, reduces fees and provides for indigence waiver of fees. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-27: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance amends definition for street artists and provides a definition for expressive speech. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-28: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance amends Mobile Vendors regulation to exempt street artists, reduces fees and extends hours of operation. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Ordinance 2017-29: As a result of the mediated settlement in the case of Bates, et. al. v City of St. Augustine, requiring certain revisions, this Ordinance creates Section 22-19 of the City Code providing for a lottery for first amendment expressive activity at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility. (D. May, Assistant City Attorney).
Resolution 2017-36: This resolution contains the amended and updated design standards for entry corridors for Anastasia Boulevard pursuant to comments by the City Commission on June 26, 2017. (D. Birchim, Director, Planning and Building).
Resolution 2017-37: Amends commercial and residential lease rates requiring commission approval to a baseline amount of $4,000 per month. (J. Piggott, Director, General Services).
10.A. Approval to allow the forgiveness of excessive water bills that were as a direct result of Hurricane Irma. (M. Litzinger, Director, Finance). 10.B. Approval to allow the forgiveness of late penalties for the payment of October Business Tax Receipts. (M. Litzinger, Director, Finance).
Mobility Program Status. (R. Franklin, Mobility Program Manager).
Cost share agreements with St. Johns River Water Management District pertaining to Lincolnville drainage improvements Project and box culvert over Oyster Creek replacement. (M. Graham, Director, Public Works).
Items by City Clerk Review of applications for the Planning and Zoning Board, requesting two appointments. (D. Galambos, City Clerk).
Items by City Manager Update on initial damage assessment resulting from Hurricane Irma. (J. Regan, City Manager).
14. Items by Mayor and Commissioners. 15. Adjourn.