JACKSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL

RESEARCH DIVISION

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FINANCE COMMITTEE

MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday December 04, 2018	Tape No.________________________
9:30 AM
Council Chambers 1^st Floor, City Hall	Carol Owens, Chief of Legislative Services
Greg Anderson, Chair	Legislative Assistant: Adri Maguire Segui
Joyce Morgan, Vice Chair	Council Auditor: Kyle Billy
Lori Boyer	Chief of Research: Jeff Clements
Reggie Gaffney	Deputy General Counsel: Peggy Sidman
Bill Gulliford	Administration: Jordan Elsbury
Jim Love	Asst. Council Auditor: Kim Taylor
Sam Newby (arr. 10:09)

Meeting Convened 9:33 a.m. Meeting Adjourned 12:19 p.m.

If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at such meeting, such person will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Attendance:

Council Member Randy White

Council President Aaron Bowman

Council Member John Crescimbeni

NOTE: The next regular meeting will be held Thursday, January 3, 2019.

Item/File No.	Title/History
1. 2018-76	ORD-MC Amend Sec 21.07 (Fiscal & Budgetary Functions), Article 21 (JEA), City Charter, to create New Subsec M to Provide & Maintain Water & Sewer Lines in certain Pre-Consolidated Urban Areas. (Sidman) (Introduced by CM's R. Brown, K. Brown, Newby, R. Gaffney & Dennis) (Co-Sponsored by CM's Hazouri & Freeman) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 2/27/18 Public Hearing Pursuant to Sec 21.11, City Charter & CR 3.601 - 3/27/18
	1. 2/13/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F
	2/20/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2/21/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 2/27/2018 CO PH Addnl 3/27/18/ Read 2nd & Rerefer TEU,F
	3. 3/27/2018 CO PH Only
	Bill Summary TEU: Defer DEFER at the Request of CM Dennis
2. 2018-297	ORD Approp $100,000 from Gen Fund/GSD/Spec Council Rsvs - Sheriff to the Fight Blight Awareness Campaign to raise Public Awareness & Community Education to focus on Litter, Community Pride, Outreach to Deter Littering (Teal) (Introduced by CM K. Brown) (Co-Sponsored by CM Morgan) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601- 5/22/18
	1. 5/8/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	5/14/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	5/15/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 5/22/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Withdraw WITHDRAW 6-0
3. 2018-420	ORD-MC Auth All Documents Necessary to Consummate the Installation of the National Memorial for Peace & Justice's Duval County Memorial Monument in Hemming Park to Commemorate the African-American Victims of Lynching in Duval County, FL btwn 1877 & 1950; Create new Chapt. 54 (Peace & Justice Memorial Monument Oversight Committee),Ord Code; Create New Sec 111.107 (Peace & Justice Memorial Monument Special Revenue Fund), Chapt 111 (Special Revenue &Trust Accts.), Part 1 (Parks, Recreation, Culture & Entertainment), Ord Code, Providing Oversight by Peace & Justice Memorial Monument Committee; provide for codification. (Hodges) (Introduced by CP Brosche) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601-7/24/18
	1. 6/26/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F,R
	7/16/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	7/17/2018 R Read 2nd & Rerefer; 7/17/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 7/24/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F, R
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Defer DEFER at the request of CP Bowman
4. 2018-593	RESO Expressing City Council's Opposition to the Sale of JEA at this time. (Johnston) (Introduced by CM Dennis)
	1. 8/29/2018 CO Introduced: R,F
	9/5/2018 R Read 2nd & Rerefer; 9/5/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 9/11/2018 CO Read 2nd & Rereferred; R, F
	Bill Summary DEFER at the Request of CM Dennis
5. 2018-651	ORD Auth The Dredging and Dredge Material Disposal License Agreemt for Bartram Island and/or Buck Island or Future Upland Spoil Site btwn JPA and City; Providing Oversight by Engineering and Construction Management Div of the Dept of Public Works. (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 10/9/18
	1. 9/25/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F
	10/1/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
	10/2/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 10/9/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; TEU, F
	10/15/2018 TEU Amend/Approve 6-0 Sandra Stockwell
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet TEU: Amend/App 10-15-18 Sandra Stockwell of the Office of General Counsel described the proposed amendments. AMEND/APPROVE 6-0 Place 2nd Revised Agreement On File to reflect all changes of OGC, Risk Management and JPA including the following: 1. Remove references to “Future Upland Spoil Site” 2. Include a Grant of License provision 3. Increase term from 3 to 4 years and remove renewal periods 4. Include updated Indemnification and Insurance provisions 5. Remove “Jax Port Environmental Testing and Reporting Procedure” Exhibit
6. 2018-661	ORD Amend the Beach Community Development District's Boundary, to Remove Approx 25.41 Acres from said District; Amend Chapt 92 Sec 92.22 to Memoralize reduction in acreage from previous Amendments and Current Amendment; Provide for Severability. (Grandin) (TEU)(PD Apv) TEU Public Meeting- 11/5/18 Finance Public Meeting-11/6/18 LUZ Public Meeting-11/7/18 Public Hearing Pursuant to Sec 190.046(1)(b), F.S. & Chapt 92, Ord Code - 11/13/18, 11/27/18, 12/11/18
	1. 10/9/2018 CO Introduced: TEU, F, LUZ
	10/15/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
	10/16/2018 LUZ Read 2nd & Rerefer; 10/16/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 10/23/2018 CO Read 2nd & Rereferred; TEU, F, LUZ
	3. 11/13/2018 CO PH Contd 11/27/18
	11/27/2018 CO PH Contd 12/11/18
	Bill Summary TEU: Defer DEFER at the request of the CDD Representative
7. 2018-708	ORD Approp $19,774.00 Grant from Federal Grants Trust Fund/Help America Vote Act (HAVA); Auth Mayor to execute and deliver Memo of Agreemt for Albert Network Monitoring Solution Grant btwn City and State of FL, Dept of State, and Div of Elections; Oversight by Supervisor of Elections. (BT 19-013) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/13/18
	1. 10/23/2018 CO Introduced: R,F Robert Phillips
	11/6/2018 R Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/6/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/13/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; R, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet Robert Phillips of the Supervisor of Elections Office described the purpose of the appropriation for a secure computer server. Council Member Love suggested that the server might be used by other City agencies if it works well. APPROVE 6-0
8. 2018-712	ORD-MC regarding Prohibition of the Approval, Grant, or Issuance of Certain Licenses, Permits, Certificates or Zoning Actions to Persons with Unpaid Civil Penalties or Current Violations of the Ord Code; Amend Chapt 307 (Historic Preservation and Protection), Pt 1 (Gen Provisions), Sec 307.111 (Enforcement; Civil Remedies); Amend Chapt 320 (Gen Provisions), Pt 4 (Permits), Sec 320.402 (Application for Permit); Amend Chapt 518 (Jax Propty Safety and Management Code), Pt 1 (Gen Provisions), Sec 518.103 (Applicability); Creating a new Sec 609.110 (Prohibition of Administrative Action); Amend Chapt 650 (Comprehensive Planning for future Development), Pt 4 (Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan), Sec 650.402 (Initiation of Proposal); Amend Chapt 654 (Code of Subdivision Regs), Sec 654.105 (Applicability); Amend Chapt 656 (Zoning Code), Pt 1 (Gen Provisions), Subpart B (Administration), Sec 656.109 (Administration and Enforcement; Interpretation of Zoning Code; Administrative Deviations), and Sec 656.111 (Violations and Penalties); Amend Chapt 780 (Property Tax), Pt 3 (Tax Exemption for Rehabilitation and Properties in Historic Districts), Sec 780.305 (Application). (Grandin) (Introduced by CM Crescimbeni) LUZ PH Pursuant to Sec 656.123, Ord Code - 1/3/19 Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166.041, (3) (a) F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 10/23/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F, LUZ
	11/5/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/6/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/7/2018 LUZ Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/13/2018 CO Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F, LUZ
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: DEFER due to LUZ Public Hearing
9. 2018-747	ORD-MC Amend Sec 21.07 (Fiscal & Budgetary Functions), Article 21 (JEA), City Charter, relating to JEA's Annual Contribution Payment; Apv Amend to Interagency Agreemt with JEA; Providing for Construction. (Brooks) (Introduced by CP Bowman) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/13/18 Public Hearing Pursuant to Sec 21.11, City Charter & CR 3.601 -11/27/18
	1. 10/23/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F
	11/5/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/6/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/13/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; TEU, F
	3. 11/27/2018 CO PH Only
	Bill Summary TEU: DEFER pursuant to Section 21.11, City Charter Recently retired City Finance Director Mike Weinstein described the key elements of the collective bargaining agreements addressed in 2018-755, -756 and -757 below, including the provision that would allow the police and fire union employees to withdraw from the City’s employee health insurance plan and establish their own plan. That feature would not take effect until 2020 and the unions have agreed to keep Florida Blue as the administrator for their new program through 2022 so that there will be no negative impact on the premiums for the remaining City employees. Mr. Weinstein reviewed the Council Auditor’s list of issues/concerns. The unions have agreed to allow auditing rights by the Council Auditor’s Office and to give the Finance Department advance notice of any substantial change in their plans. The unions have agreed that they will bear any future costs associated with a one-time option for retirees who are not currently participating in the health insurance plan who opt to re-join the plan. In response to a question from Council Member Boyer, Mr. Weinstein said that the unions would have the right to establish and distribute the costs of participation in the plan among its participants provided that it doesn’t affect the City’s costs in any way. Assistant Council Auditor Kim Taylor cautioned that the option to rejoin the plan may change employee/retiree behavior. Mr. Weinstein said that the health care reserve account is in good shape, and the City’s state-mandated reserve requirements will be reduced with a reduction in the size of the covered population. The unions will not reap any of the benefit of the reserves they have helped to create, and they will fund creation of their own required reserve accounts. He stressed that any unforeseen consequences or impacts can be dealt with in future collective bargaining processes, which happen every few years. The City administration offered to consider ways to make the police and fire health plans different than the other City employees within the context of the current plan but the unions were adamant about wanting to have a separate plan, as other police and fire departments around the country do. Ms. Taylor said that having two health care plans will necessarily be more expensive than one plan, so costs will increase overall. She reiterated that the unions have complete control of the design and costs of their plan, so the City’s influence will only be via the collective bargaining process several years down the line after costs are incurred. She noted that the proposed use of reserve funds to pay for transition costs to current non-public safety employees would be a use of one-time funds for continuing costs. In response to a question, Mr. Weinstein said that the 2.5% wage increases for corrections employees is in addition to the raises approved as part of the pension reform plan 2 years ago. He said that the small size of the raises will have no impact on the City’s pension actuarial calculations. Randy Wyse of the Jacksonville Association of Firefighters and Steve Zona of the Fraternal Order of Police both indicated their agreement with the proposed legislation and the discussion just had by the committee, Auditor’s Office and Mr. Weinstein. Council Member Gulliford praised the new cooperative spirit prevailing between the City and the public safety unions.
10. 2018-755	Ord Approp $2,563,209.00 to 1) Fund from Collective Bargaining Re-Opener Contingency to the JSO's Budget to cover Proposed Changes to the FOP Collective Bargaining Agreemts & 2) Fund within JFRD to Cover Proposed Changes to Internatl Assn of Firefighters Collective Bargaining Agreemts; Requiring Apv of 2/3 vote of all Council Members Present; Pursuant to Sec. 106.215 (B), Ord Code. (BT 19-024) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Angela Moyer
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Amend/Approve AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 Attach Revised Exhibit 1 to include executed BT
11. 2018-756	Ord Apv the Proposed 10/1/17 - 9/30/20 Collective Bargaining Agreemts bet City & Internatl Assn of Firefighters (IAFF), Representing Approx 1,200 members. (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601- 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Todd Norman/Mike Weinstein
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Approve APPROVE 7-0
12. 2018-757	Ord Apv the Proposed 10/1/17 - 9/30/20 Collective Bargaining Agreemts bet City & Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), Representing Approx. 2,500 members. (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Todd Norman/Mike Weinstein
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Approve APPROVE 7-0
13. 2018-766	Ord re a partial Ad Valorem Property Tax Exemption for Rehab of a Contributing Structure in the Springfield Historic Dist at 1735 North Main St., Owned by John Crispens; Providing for Exemption from that Portion of Ad Valorem Taxation Levied by the City on 100% of the increase in Assessed Value resulting from Qualifying Improvement Proj, Pursuant to Sec. 780.303.,Ord Code; Providing for an Exemption Period of ten (10)Years from January 1, of the year following the year in which the Council enacts this Ordinance, Pursuant to Sec 780.304, Ord Code. (Eller) (NCSPHS) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601-11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Lisa Sheppard/Shannon Eller
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Approve APPROVE 7-0
14. 2018-767	Ord re a partial Ad Valorem Property Tax Exemption for Rehab of a Contributing Structure in the Riverside Avondale Historic Dist at 2540-2548 Oak Street, Owned by Shad Land, LLC; Providing for Exemption from that Portion of Ad Valorem Taxation Levied by the City on 100% of the increase in Assessed Value resulting from Qualifying Improvement Proj, Pursuant to Sec. 780.303., Ord Code; Providing for an Exemption Period of ten (10)Years from January 1, of the year following the year in which the Council enacts this Ordinance, Pursuant to Sec 780.304, Ord Code. ( Eller) (NCSPHS) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601-11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Lisa Sheppard/Shannon Eller
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Approve APPROVE 7-0
15. 2018-768	Ord re a partial Ad Valorem Property Tax Exemption for Rehab of a Historic Landmark Site Designated by Ord Code 2003-504-E at 20 West Adams St., Owned by Phoenix Adams Rising, LLC., Providing for Exemption from that Portion of Ad Valorem Taxation Levied by the City on 100% of the increase in Assessed Value resulting from Qualifying Improvement Proj, Pursuant to Sec. 780.303, Ord Code; Providing for an Exemption Period of ten (10)Years from January 1, of the year following the year in which the Council enacts this Ordinance, Pursuant to Sec 780.304, Ord Code. (Eller) (NCSPHS) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601-11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Lisa Sheppard/Shannon Eller
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Approve Chairman Anderson said that he had several questions on this project and confirmed that the exemption was incorporated in the City’s original incentive package for this project. APPROVE 7-0
16. 2018-772	ORD Approp in Accordance with Sec 932.7055, F.S.; $15,000.00 from Special Law Enforcemt Trust Fund to provide Continuation Funding for Operation Homeward Bound. (BT 19-015) (McCain) (Req of Sheriff) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Bill Clement
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Approve Council Member Boyer said that this appropriation is an example of the need for unity in prioritization of programs and philosophies for dealing with crime prevention. She is anxiously looking forward to the completion of the crime prevention programs inventory currently underway. APPROVE 7-0
17. 2018-775	ORD Approp $300,000.00 from Tree Protection & Related Expenses Trust Fund, Sub Fund 15F, for County-Wide Prog to provide tree planting in the Public Rights-of-Way where trees have been removed by the City due to tree condition; (Approp $200,000.00 from Tree Protection & Related Expenses Trust Fund - Subfund 15F) for County-Wide Prog to provide tree planting in Public Rights-of-Way in locations where adjacent property owners have made request through 630-City; Direct Dept of Public Works to administer two projects in accordance with criteria herein provided; Provide Carryover of Funds into Subsequent Fiscal Years. (Grandin) (Introduced by CM Crescimbeni) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,TEU,F
	11/19/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, TEU, F CM Crescimbeni
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Amend/Approve TEU: Amend/Approve Council Member Crescimbeni explained the background of the lawsuit that led to the creation of the Tree Commission to help organize and expedite the use of the two tree protection trust funds for legitimate purposes, and described how the funds would be used to remove dead or dying trees and to plant new trees. Citizens would be able to request the planting of 1 or 2 trees in the public right-of-way abutting their properties. AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 1. Correct fiscal year of appropriations 2. Clarify replacement program funding can be used to pay both removal and replacement costs
18. 2018-776	Ord Approp $ 50,000.00 from Investmnt Pool Earnings on Fair Share Agreemnt Proj. (PD0034-01-JXSF114PD-361101) to Provide Funding for the Moncrief Rd Diet Study related to the Moncrief Rd Beautification Proj. (Johnston) (Introduced by CM Newby) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,TEU,F
	11/19/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer CM Newby
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, TEU, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Approve TEU: Approve Council Member Newby said this appropriation was requested by the Moncrief Beautification Committee for a road study. Ms. Boyer expressed support for the study but concern about the use of fair share fund interest earnings for this purpose. There are 2 types of fair share funds (geographic funds and project-specific funds) and this appropriation proposes to utilize interest earnings that derive from areas outside of the sector where this project would be conducted and therefore not permissible. She recommended finding another funding source. CAO Sam Mousa said that he would be happy to work with Mr. Newby and Ms. Boyer to identify an appropriate source for a floor amendment of the bill next Tuesday. Council Member Gaffney asked to be added as a co-sponsor of the bill. APPROVE 7-0
19. 2018-778	Ord Approp $74,756.76 from Deappropriated Projs Acct to the Cecil Field Heavy Equip Acct to purchase Tractor Equip for the NE FL Equestrian Ctr to be used for Maint of Exterior Grounds & the Equestrian Arena Surface; Waiving any existing Ord.of the City that may be contrary to the use of Approp to Purchase Tractor Equip. (BT 19-021) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F,R Daryl Joseph
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 R Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F, R
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Amend/Approve Kim Taylor explained that the funding source for this project was changed since the bill was originally prepared and the amendment to remove waiver language marked on the agenda reflects that change. Ms. Boyer cautioned against the use of broad, non-specific waiver language such as was proposed for this bill. Peggy Sidman said that the Office of General Counsel is internally discussing how to properly draft waiver language to achieve the desired end. AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 Remove waiver language from the bill
20. 2018-779	ORD Approp $378,041.41 from FL Dept. of Education, with no local match, to Estab the Coach Aaron Feis Guardian Prog. & to cover Expenses for the Pre-Employment Screening & Training of 141 School Guardians who will be Employed by the Duval County School Board; Auth part-time hrs. (BT 19-014) (RC 19-024) (McCain) (Req of Sheriff) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Bill Clement
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Amend/Approve AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 Attach grant award letter
21. 2018-780	ORD Approp $ 200,000.00 Grant from FDOT to provide for FDOT's participation in Proj Development & Environment, Design,Constrn, & Constrn Engineering & Inspection for Roadway Improvemts, including a Greenway Trail & Bridge Replacement, on McCoy's Creek Blvd. from Cherokee St. to Margaret St; Designate Oversight by Engineering & Constrn Mgmt, Div of Public Works. (BT 19-017) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601- 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F
	11/19/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer Ed Starnes
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; TEU, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet TEU: Approve APPROVE 7-0
22. 2018-781	ORD Declaring R.E. # 073232-0000, a 52' by 100' Vacant Residential Parcel on 11th St. West btwn Pearl St. & Silver St to be Surplus to the needs of the City; Auth the City to Dispose of the Subject Parcel Pursuant to Provisions of Sec. 122.423 (Appraisal at or below $25,000), Subpart B (Real Propty Dispositions), Pt 4 (Real Propty), of Chapt 122 (Public Propty), Ord Code. (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F,TEU
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Renee Hunter
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F, TEU
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Amend/Approve TEU: Amend/Approve Renee Hunter of the Real Estate Division reported that the funds received from the sale of the property will go to the Recreation and Parks Acquisition fund as required by the Ordinance Code. AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 Include assessed value of parcel in bill
23. 2018-782	ORD Concerning Continuation Grant; Apv & Auth the Corporation Secretary to Execute & deliver the FIND Proj Agreemt Amendments extending the Agreemts for 1 yr for the following Projs: 1) Charles Reese Fishing Pier Phase 2; 2) Half Moon Island Park & Boat Ramp Phase 2A; 3) Northshore Kayak Launch Phase 2; & 4) School Board Propty ADA Kayak Launch Phase 1; Designate Oversight by Parks, Recreation & Community Svcs. Dept. (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F,JWW
	11/14/2018 JWW Approve 10-0 Bob Skalitzky
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Approve APPROVE 7-0
24. 2018-783	ORD Approp $1,000,000.00 to provide funding for Community-Based Crime Reduction & Neighborhood Revitalization enabling City to engage in Transformative Neighborhood Projs that will align existing activities in a formal effort to reduce crime, increase mutual trust, and improve community safety; Providing for Oversight by City's Ofc of Grants & Compliance. (BT 19-018) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Damian Cook
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Amend/Approve Council President Bowman said that many activities are ongoing regarding the Council’s 1, 3 and 5-year budget priorities. He has talked to the administration about providing resources to the Task Force on Crime and Safety to accomplish its mission; no action needs to be taken today, but consideration needs to be given to how much and when to invest resources to get the job done. Council Member Boyer said that coordination and consolidation of the many disparate efforts is needed – the Mayor funds his priorities through his budget, the Sheriff funds his priorities through JSO-specific funds, and adding another layer of City Council-specific appropriations to another set of projects just adds to the confusion and inefficiency. Unity is what’s needed. Damian Cook of the Office of Grant and Contract Compliance explained that a grant steering committee is required by the conditions of the grant to be appointed to determine how these funds should be spent. The steering committee’s work should dovetail nicely with the Council’s new Task Force. Jordan Elsbury of the Mayor’s Office said that the Mayor is committed to a coordinated effort of the two entities. Ms. Boyer said that the ultimate power to enforce coordination is the Council’s power to vote for or against any specific appropriations of funds. AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 1. Pg. 2, line 8: define acronym 2. Pg. 2, line 10: insert end quotes after “Project” 3. Add provision allowing budget amendments in accordance with federal rules
25. 2018-784	ORD Declaring Surplus a Tax Reverted Parcel at 12657 Gillspie Ave; Auth Conveyance in accordance with Provisions of Sec 122.424 (Appraisal/Assessed Value over $25,000), Subpart B (Real Property Dispositions), Pt 4 (Real Property), Chapt 122 (Public Property, Ord Code. (Dist 7-R. Gaffney) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F,TEU
	11/19/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F, TEU Renee Hunter
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Approve TEU: Approve APPROVE 7-0
26. 2018-785	ORD Appropriating $12,500,000.00 from FDOT to provide for FDOT's participation In Proj Dev & Environ, Design, Constrn, & Constrn Engineering & Inspection for Removal & Constrn of Elevated Roadway & Bridge Components & Constn of at Grade Roadway & Intersection Improvemts of the Talleyrand Connector (Hart Expressway/SR 228) from A. Philip Randolph St to Festival Park Ave; Oversight by the Engineering and Constrn Management Div of the City's Dept of Public Works. (BT 19-016) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F
	11/19/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; TEU, F John Pappas/Sam Mousa
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet TEU: Approve CAO Sam Mousa distributed and discussed a schematic drawing of the proposed roadway demolition and realignment. The City is in the process of applying for additional grant funds for the project. Mr. Mousa said the original concept for the project was estimated to cost $50 million, but has since been redefined to achieve the same level of service for $37.5 million. Council Member Boyer asked Mr. Mousa to explain how the City’s plan coincides with the North Florida TPO’s proposal for a high tech Bay Street smart corridor and the Downtown Investment Authority’s plans for Bay Street. APPROVE 7-0
27. 2018-786	ORD Auth Corp Secretary to enter into Lease Agreemt with TREM Properties, LLP for a Medical Clinic to be used by FL Dept of Health in Duval County, located at 2344 South 3rd St, Jax Bch, Duval County, FL 32250 for a Term of 84 Months at an Average Rental Rate of $12,561.68. (Johnston) (Introduced by CM Newby) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer CM Newby
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Amend/Approve In response to a question from Council Member Morgan, Allison Hewett of the Duval County Health Department explained the lease extension for 4 years in the same space. AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 1. Pg. 1, line 21: strike “dental” and insert “medical” 2. Correct third whereas clause regarding purpose of lease 3. Pg. 1, line 14 and pg. 2, line 13: insert “monthly” after “average”
28. 2018-787	ORD Declaring a portion of RE 019634-0110 near Ethel Rd in the Vicinity of the Montgomery Correctional Center to be surplused to the needs of the city; Auth Conveyance of the Subject Parcel to the Parent Help Center, Inc., a FL Not for Profit Organization, at no cost; Waiving the Provisions of Chap 122 (Public Propty), pt 4 (Real Propty),Ord Code; Providing a Right of Reentry for Failure to Use the Subject Parcel for the Continued Operation of Parent Empowerment & Success Camp Programs for At- Risk Youth & their Families; Designated Oversight by JSO Dept of Corrections. (Dist 7-R. Gaffney) (Stockwell) (Introduced by CM Gulliford) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F,R CM Gulliford
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 R Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F, R
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Amend/Approve Council Member Gulliford advocated for passage of the bill in support of a very effective program. It is a way the City can support crime prevention efforts without need for appropriating funds. Glenn Ellison, founder and CEO of the Parent Help Center, described his parent assistance program. Council Members Newby and Morgan asked to be added as co-sponsors on the bill. AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 1. Attach Revised Exhibit 1 to attach description of subject property 2. Attach Revised Exhibit 2 to attach Quitclaim Deed 3. Place license agreement on file
29. 2018-789	ORD- MC Creating New Sec 122.823 (Limitations on Use of Tangible Personal Propty with Name of Elected Official), Chap 122 (Public Propty), Ord Code, to Provide for a Limitation on Purchase of Office Supplies with Name of Elected Officials & to Provide for a Limitation on Vehicles & Equipmnt Containing Name of Elected Officials; Providing for an Exercise in County Powers. (Johnston) (Introduced by CM Crescimbeni) (Co-Sponsored by CM Dennis) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F,R CM Crescimbeni & CM Dennis
	11/19/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 R Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; TEU, F, R
	Bill Summary TEU: Defer APPROVE 7-0
30. 2018-790	ORD Approp $2,775,000.00 from Gen Fund/Gen Svcs Dist Fund balance to var Accounts to Fund Community Projs Apvd by Ord 2018-544-E; Invoking the Exception to Sec 106.107 (G), Ord Code to enter into agreemts with entities receiving funds; Providing for an Amend to the 2019-2023 CIP; Providing Oversight by Office of Grants & Compliance, the Parks, Recreation & Community Service Dept., the Neighborhoods Dept., & the PW Dept. (Johnston) (Introduced by CM Dennis) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer CM Dennis
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Failed 1-6 Kim Taylor explained the intention of the bill to replace the funding that was provided by the United Arab Emirates grant approved in Ordinance 2018-544. Several committee members advocated against passage of the bill. FAILS 0-7 The committee directed the OGC not to draft or file the Auditor’s marked amendment (Correct project names in Section 4 of the bill) approved by the committee before the motion to approve the bill as amended failed.
31. 2018-791	ORD Approp $83,022.50 from Tree Protection & Related Expenses Trust Fund to Include $31,102.50 from Charter Subfund 15N for Planting of 29 Live Oaks, Including a 10% Construction Contingency, & $51,920.00 from Ord Subfund 15F for the Planting of 15 Redbud Trees, 8 Little Gem Magnolia Trees, 13 East Palatka Holly Trees, Including a 10% Cost Contingency, for a Proj known as " Mandarin Road Tree Planting" on Mandarin Rd btwn Silent Creek Ln & Flynn Rd; Directive to Utilize Procurement Code for Selection of Contractor; Designate Public Works to Oversee Proj. (Dist 6-Schellenberg) (Grandin) (Introduced by CM Schellenberg) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,TEU,F
	11/19/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, TEU, F CM Schellenberg
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Amend/Approve TEU: Defer Council Member Boyer expressed reservations about appropriating these funds to a single bidder at a price considerably higher than the recently expired contract. She recommended deferral. Ms. Taylor said that Council Member Schellenberg had suggested that the bill be amended to make the new contract amount a maximum cap, subject to being lowered through a rebidding process for a new tree planting contract. Public Works Director John Pappas explained the parameters of the tree planting bid and the plan for negotiating with the single bidder for lower prices for these projects. Motion (Boyer): amend the bill to authorize up to $166,045 for the tree planting and 1 year warranty, with an additional bid for a second year warranty - approved AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 1. Revise the appropriation amount to $166,045 for the tree planting with a 1 year warranty and an option to procure a second year of warranty if the price is deemed favorable 2. Strike language in bill title regarding 10% contingency 3.Attach Revised Exhibit 1 to attach correct BT and increase the amount appropriated 4. Attach Revised Exhibit 2 due to price increases
32. 2018-792	ORD Approp $139,436.00 from Tree Protection & Related Expenses Trust Fund, Ord Subfund 15F, for the Planting of 12 Overcup Oaks, 18 Little Gem Magnolia Trees, 30 Live Oaks, 5 Red Maples, 3 Tulip Poplars, 2 Sycamores, 7 East Palatka Hollys, 10 Drake Elms, 19 Crepe Myrtles, 9 Fringetrees, 14 Redbuds, 3 Vitex Chaste Trees & 5 Pride of Houston Yaupon Hollys, including 10 % Cost Contingency, for a Proj known as "Springfield Preservation Tree Planting" in an area bounded by 1st St, Blvd., 9th St. & Spearing St.; Directive to Utilize Procurement Code for Selection of Contractor; Designate Public Works to Oversee Proj. (Dist 7-R. Gaffney) (Grandin) (Introduced by CM R. Gaffney) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,TEU,F
	11/19/2018 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, TEU, F CM Gaffney
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Amend/Approve TEU: Amend/Approve Motion (Boyer): amend the bill to authorize up to $280,000 for the tree planting and 1 year warranty, with an additional bid for a second year warranty - approved AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 1. Revise the appropriation amount to $280,000 for the tree planting with a 1 year warranty and an option to procure a second year of warranty if the price is deemed favorable 2. Strike language in bill title regarding 10% contingency 3.Attach Revised Exhibit 1 to attach correct BT and increase the amount appropriated 4. Correct project name in the bill 4. Attach Revised Exhibit 2 due to price increases
33. 2018-793	RESO Auth Issuance by Jax Housing Finance Auth of its Homeowner Mortgage Rev Bonds of $50,000,000 for Purchase of Mortgage Loans Originated by Participating Local Lending Institutions to Finance the Purchase or Rehab of New or Existing Owner-Occupied Single Family Residences or Purchasing Securities evidencing Interests in or backed by a Pool of such Mortgage Loans or to Refund Outstanding Bonds Previously Issued for such Purpose; Auth Submission of Request for Private Activity Bond Volume Cap Allocation; Determining Credit not being Pledged. (Lotzia) (Req of JHFA) Public Hearing Pursuant to Sec 147(f), Internal Rev Code, held by JHFA -
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Laura Stagner
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Approve APPROVE 7-0
34. 2018-815	ORD Amend Ord 2017-504-E (Budget) to Revise the General Terms & Conditions for a Grant Agreemt btwn the City & the Jacksonville Zoological Society, Inc. ("JZS") to: (1) Auth Reimbursement to JZS for up to 50% of the Costs Related to a Recently Completed JZS CIP on City-Owned Real Property; (2) Waive Chap 126,Ord Code, for Capital Improvemts to be made by JZS Pursuant to the Agreemt; & (3) Revise the Revised Exhibit 8 attached to the Budget Ord; attaching & Incorporating the 2nd revised Exhibit 8 to Budget Ord. (Sawyer) ( Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F,R
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
	11/20/2018 R Read 2nd & Rerefer; 11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F, R
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Approve Jordan Elsbury of the Mayor’s Office explained the need for an amendment to the original agreement to provide for reimbursement of expenses for the African Forest exhibit that was underway before the grant agreement was approved and to permit direct contracting with a company that specializes in zoo construction and would provide some pro bono services in the contract. APPROVE 7-0
35. 2018-816	ORD Auth Purchase & Sale Agreemt btwn the City & 905 Corp., an Affiliate of SADS, Inc. ("Developer"), & to Execute All deeds and closing; take necessary action to Effectuate Said Purpose, for the Conveyance to Developer of Propty in Lavilla (.24 Acre) at 905 W. Forsyth St., to Redevelop into Approx. 5,000 Sq ft of Retail & Restaurant Space & 6-8 Residential Units; Designate Oversight by DIA (Dist 7-CM R. Gaffney) (Sawyer) (Introduced by DIA ) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Brian Hughes
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
· This bill is approving and authorizing a purchase and sale agreement for City-owned property located at 905 W. Forsyth St. · The Developer proposes to purchase the property for $60,000, which is less than the $250,000 appraised value · The Developer intends to redevelop the property to include approximately 5,000 sq. ft. of retail space, approximately 5,000 sq. ft. of restaurant space and 6 to 8 residential units · If the Developer fails to obtain a certificate of occupancy within three years from the effective date of the agreement for the retail/restaurant space and within four years from the effective date of the agreement for the residential units, the Developer shall pay an additional $190,000 to the City, which is the amount remaining to equal the appraised value of the property. · The inclusion of the additional payment of $190,000 if the project does not meet the performance schedule is in lieu of including reversion rights for the City.	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: Amend/Approve Un In r In response to a question from Council Member Boyer, Brian Hughes, Interim Director of the DIA, said that the additional payment in lieu of reversion rights clause was in the original agreement. The developer has done previous work downtown and is committee to development of this block, so non-completion should not be a problem. Paul Sifton, the developer, reiterated his commitment to the project and to bringing a grocery store and restaurant to the site to serve downtown residents immediately, with additional plans for residential use on the rest of the site later. AMEND/APPROVE 7-0 1. On page 2, line 17 after “effective date” add “of the Agreement” 2. Correct scrivener errors in bill 3. Place Revised Document On File to: - Reference Exhibit C in Section 6.5(a) - Correct scrivener error on Exhibit A
36. 2018-817	ORD Auth Execution of a (1) Redev Agreemt by & among the City of Jax,("City"), Downtown Investment Authority ("DIA"), & 2018 Leila Jax LLC ("Developer"); (2) a Propty Exchange Agreemt, & all Documents relating thereto, btwn City & Developer to Exchange Real Propty as necessary to support Proj; & (3) Related Agreemts as described in Redev Agreemnt, to Support the Constrn by Dev of Approx 15,000 Sq. Ft. Retail Facility on Developer-Owned Propty, a Surface Parking Lot to be owned by the City, & Road Improvmts along Leila St. adjacent to the Project Parcel located in the Brooklyn Area of Downtown Jax in the Northbank Downtown Community Redev Area ("Project"); Waive Provisions of Chap 122, (Public Propty, Pt 4, Real Propty, Subpart C, Community Redev Real Property Dispositions), Ord Code, to Authorize Sale of City owned Real Propty without Appraisal to Developer at less than fair market value; Auth City Acceptance of Real Propty; Designating DIA as Contract Monitor for Redevelopmnt Agreemt & said Documents; Designate Proj Oversight by Public Works & DIA. (Sawyer) (Introduced by DIA) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 11/27/18
	1. 11/13/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	11/19/2018 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer Brian Hughes
	11/20/2018 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
	2. 11/27/2018 CO PH Read 2nd & Rereferred; NCSPHS, F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: Amend/Approve Wyman Duggan representing the developer said that the project has been approved by the Downtown Design Review Board, including the parking lot design for 50 spaces. Leases have been negotiated for the three retail spaces pending Council approval of the ordinance. He confirmed that the City funding is going to the parking lot aspect of the project. Kim Taylor said that the development agreement references 35, not 50 parking spaces. Guy Parola of the DIA said that the agreement references 35 spaces because more would cause a sidewalk to have to be removed, which the agency does not want to do. Mr. Duggan said that the developer can accept either parking lot size – the decision lies with the City. AMEND/APPROVE 6-0 Place a revised agreement On File to: - Reference the Surface Parking Lot in Section 2.7 - Remove the reference of Leila Street Improvements in Article 5 and clarify in Article 6 that performance bonds are a requirement for the Leila St. Improvements - Correct section reference in Section 5.6 - Correct scrivener’s error in Section 7.1 - In Section 10.1 change “Leila Street Improvements” to “Surface Parking Lot” - Correct DIA suite number in Section 11.2 - Update Exhibit I to remove reference to the Historic Preservation Section
37. 2018-828	RESO Auth Economic Dev Agreemt with Project Flamingo supporting the Expansion of the Company's Operations to Jax, FL; Auth Recapture Enhanced (Rev) Grant of $1,425,000; Auth Approval of Technical Amends by Executive Dir of OED; Designate Oversight by Office of Economic Dev; Timeline for Execution of Agreemt by the Company; Affirming Project's Compliance with Public Investment Policy adopted by ORD 2016-382-E; Request 2-Reading Apv. (Sawyer) (Req of Mayor)
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: F Kirk Wendland
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet DEFER at the request of the OED
38. 2018-833	ORD Approp $550,000.00 Grant from Dept of Justice, Ofc on Violence Against Women to provide funding for The Safety First Project for Supervised Family Visitation for Victims of Domestic Violence. (BT 19-019) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: 2^nd 2^nd and Rerefer
39. 2018-834	ORD Approp from Nuisance Abatemt Spec Lien Rev Fund $2,447,536.46 ($1,199,292.87 to Neighborhoods - Municipal Code Compliance for Nuisance Abatemt Contractual Svcs & $1,248,243.59 to Public Works Dept to be Split bet Mowing & Landscape - Private Propty ($873,770.52) & Mowing & Maint - Tree Removal ($374,473.08). (BT 19-027) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet TEU: 2nd 2^nd and Rerefer
40. 2018-835	ORD Approp $15,000.00 from Environmental Protection Bd (EPB) Trust Fund to EPB Operating Account to provide support for the Jax Envirothon, a hands-on competition enhancing student understanding of Natural Resources and Environmental Issues. Oversight by Neighborhoods Dept. (BT 19-029) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet TEU: 2nd 2^nd and Rerefer
41. 2018-836	ORD Approp $228,545.85 from Environmental Protection Bd (EPB) Trust Fund ($136,431.00) & FDOT ($92,114.25) to begin Pilot Study to evaluate the application of naturally occurring Microbe Products to wet detention ponds as an alternative nonstructural best management practice; Auth Corp Sec to execute contract with England-Thims and Miller for Pilot Study. (BT 19-028) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet TEU: 2nd 2^nd and Rerefer
42. 2018-837	ORD Approp $2,050,000.00 from Tourist Dev Council (TDC) Development Acct to provide funding for two addnl CIP Projs in the 2019-2013 Five Yr CIP (1) $850,000 for Constrn of New Downtown Riverfront Visitor Ctr located in the Times Union Center for Performing Arts and (2) $1,200,000 for Constrn of outdoor wall projection venue on Northbank of St. Johns River adjacent to Times Union Ctr; Oversight by Dept of Public Works. (McCain) (Req of Duval County TDC) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	Bill Summary NCSPHS: 2nd 2^nd and Rerefer
43. 2018-842	ORD Approp $64,000.00 from Fund Balance to Provide funding for an Afterschool Prog to be provided by Jax Arts and Music School, Inc. to 40 students during the 2018-2019 School Yr. (BT 19-032) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: 2nd 2^nd and Rerefer
44. 2018-843	ORD Approp $15,866.13 from Kids Hope Alliance Trust Fund into KHA Trust Fund Authority to provide quality Programming Options for Potential Mini-Grant Awards of up to $5,000.00 for Acceptable Programs related to any of the Kids Hope Alliance Essential Services Categories with a Priority and Emphasis on Programs that address High Poverty and Geographical Areas with High Levels of Violence. (BT 19-020) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,F
	Bill Summary Fact Sheet NCSPHS: 2nd 2^nd and Rerefer
45. 2018-845	ORD Approp $100,000.00 from FDOT to Construct two separate trailheads on each side of the New National Cemetery Access Rd Proj; Amend 2019-2023 Five-Year CIP apv by ORD 2018-505-E to provide funding for Project entitled "Thomas Creek - Ogilvie-Wright Trailheads"; Designate Oversight by Dept of Parks, Recreation and Community Svcs. (BT 19-025) (McCain) (Req of Mayor) Public Hearing Pursuant to Chapt 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 12/11/18
	1. 11/27/2018 CO Introduced: TEU,F Bill Summary Fact Sheet TEU: 2nd 2^nd and Rerefer

***Items may be added at the discretion of the Chair.***

Jeff Clements, Council Research Division

jeffc@coj.net 904-630-1405

Posted 12.4.18 5:30 p.m

Tape – Finance Committee 12.4.18 – Legislative Services Division

Council Auditor’s Office Summary and Concerns

Collective Bargaining Ordinances 2018-756 and 2018-757

IAFF Significant Changes:

• Allows Union to separate from City’s health plans effective January 1, 2020, with option to re-enter at a later date
• Provides a City contribution of 86% of the current percentage the City pays of the total annual premium cost for IAFF employee and dependent tiers, and retirees
• Adds provision for new City parental leave policy
• Increases various education and other pay incentives
• Offers compensatory time for training during off hours
• Eliminates uniform cleaning and meal allowance
• Clarifies promotional process and standardizes provisional appointments
• Incorporates eligibility standards for promotional examinations (note: eligibility requirements for Engineer, Lieutenant, and Captain are changing, but no change to District Chiefs)

Estimated Annual Cost (net of savings) - $800,000 (DOES NOT INCLUDE IMPACT OF SEPARATE HEALTH CARE PLANS)

FOP Corrections Significant Changes:

• Allows Union to separate from City’s health plans effective January 1, 2020, with option to re-enter at a later date
• Provides a City contribution of 86% of the current percentage the City pays of the total annual premium cost for FOP employee and dependent tiers, and retirees
• Adds provision for new City parental leave policy
• Additional 2.5% wage increases effective 10/1/18 and 10/1/19
• Adds the option of a 12-hour shift
• Additional annual leave (25% increase)
• Arrest and Booking Fee of $20 previously used towards pension costs will now be turned over to the FOP
• Increases to Training and other Shift Differentials

Estimated Annual Cost (net of savings) - $1.1 million (DOES NOT INCLUDE IMPACT OF SEPARATE HEALTH CARE PLANS)

FOP Police Significant Changes:

• Allows Union to separate from City’s health plans effective January 1, 2020, with option to re-enter at a later date
• Provides a City contribution of 86% of the current percentage the City pays of the total annual premium cost for FOP employee and dependent tiers, and retirees
• Adds provision for new City parental leave policy
• Increases to Training and small increases to Shift Differentials
• Expanded take home vehicles to adjoining counties (Nassau, Baker, Clay, and St. Johns)
• Added one hour of pager pay even if brought in for overtime, increase of $60,000 for tuition reimbursement (applies to Corrections as well) and increase to the clothing allowance

Estimated Annual Cost (net of savings) - $900,000 (DOES NOT INCLUDE COST OF SEPARATE HEALTH CARE PLANS)

Overall Concerns:

1. Deconsolidation – The option for IAFF and FOP members to split from the City’s healthcare plan further chips away at and reduces the benefits of consolidated government. Different healthcare plan rates and benefits for these employees could be negotiated by the City while these employees remain a part of the City’s healthcare plan rather than allowing them to form a separate plan.
2. Loss of Control – The City will have little to no control or oversight over the new healthcare plans for FOP and IAFF members except during collective bargaining. The City will be responsible for paying its portion (58.8%) of healthcare costs for FOP and IAFF Members even though the City and City Council will have no involvement in decision making regarding the benefits to be provided to these employees. Enriched plans could result in significantly higher costs for the City.
3. Impact to City/Other City employees – Assuming the separate plans occur, the City’s actuary projects that in calendar year 2020, the current healthcare plan costs for all other City employees/retirees will be $15.6 million (or 40.3%) more than what will be paid in by the City and other City employees/retirees. If these additional costs are covered through the use of the healthcare reserves, this would significantly reduce the reserve balance. Most importantly, the use of one-time reserves for recurring costs does nothing to address the problem that rates paid by the other City employees/retirees would be significantly out of synch with the actual costs and therefore, would necessitate significant future increases. For calendar year 2021, using the actuary’s assumption that there will be an 8% increase in claims, without any rate increase, this would mean that the healthcare plan costs for all other City employees/retirees would be $19.8 million (or 51.3%) more than what would be paid in by the City and other City employees/retirees.
4. Self Insured vs. Fully Insured – Given the unknowns surrounding these plans, if the FOP and IAFF decide to go self-insured, it is unknown how their initial reserves required by State Statute (60 days of average claims on hand) would be funded. The City could have to pay 58.8% of the costs if built into the premium.

5. Impact from Retirees – Currently the City contributes nothing toward retirees’ healthcare costs and retirees are not allowed to rejoin the City’s healthcare plan once they leave the plan. If retirees have the ability to rejoin the proposed new plan, this would significantly increase the City’s costs because the City has agreed to pay 58.8% of the total cost of the plan. (For example, if the cost of a retiree’s plan is $10,000 and the retiree rejoins under the proposed plan, the City would now be required to contribute an additional $5,880 to the plan versus $0 under the current structure.)

6. Access/Audit/Investigative Rights – We are awaiting confirmation on whether the Council Auditor’s Office and the Office of Inspector General will have the same audit/investigative rights that we have related to the current plan. Also, we have asked what the City will be able to access and review as part of normal day-to-day activity including such tasks as approving payments related to the new plans.

Council Auditor’s Office

Bill 2018-817

Summary:

The proposed bill will authorize a Redevelopment Agreement with 2018 Leila Jax, LLC (Developer), along with a Property Exchange Agreement and other related documents. Pursuant to the terms of the Redevelopment Agreement and the Property Exchange Agreement, the Developer proposes to convey a 0.53 acre parcel, with an estimated value of $896,237, to the City in exchange for the City to convey a 0.63 parcel, with an estimated value of $680,000, to the Developer. The City parcel to be conveyed consists of a portion of May St. and the “jug handle” located on the corner of Leila St. and Riverside Ave. The City will also contribute the necessary credit acres of Water Quality Compensatory Credits for all the improvements with an estimated value of $108,000.

After the property exchange, the Developer intends to develop approximately 15,000 square feet of retail improvements and a surface parking lot to support the retail improvements, with an estimated Capital Investment of $6 Million. The Developer will also construct a public use surface parking lot (Surface Parking Lot) on the parcels conveyed to the City, with an estimated cost of $154,933 and will make road repairs to Leila St. adjacent to the project parcel, with an estimated cost of $173,388.

Upon substantial completion of the Surface Parking Lot, the DIA will make an up to $99,500 contribution to the Developer as a reimbursement of costs for the design and construction of the Surface Parking Lot. All cost overruns will be the responsibility of the Developer.

The total estimated City investment for this project will be $887,500. This consists of the land conveyed to the Developer, Water Quality Compensatory Credits and the contribution for the City Parking Lot.

Once the City conveys the property it owns to the Developer, the City has no further recourse with the Developer if the retail improvements are not constructed. However, this property would be on the tax rolls and there will be performance bonds or a letter of credit to ensure completion of the Surface Parking Lot and Leila St. Improvements.

Amendment:

Place a revised Agreement On File to:

1. Reference the Surface Parking Lot in Section 2.7
2. Remove the reference of Leila St. Improvements in Article 5 and clarify in Article 6 that performance bonds are a requirement for the Leila St. Improvements
3. Correct section reference in Section 5.6
4. Correct scriveners error in Section 7.1
5. In Section 10.1 change “Leila St. Improvements” to “Surface Parking Lot”
6. Correct DIA Suite number in Section 11.2
7. Update Exhibit I to remove reference to Historic Preservation Section