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City of Fernandina Beach
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Agenda
This is an agenda for the Waterfront Advisory Board regular meeting on July 27, 2026. Key items include an update on the Harbor Master Plan by Moffatt & Nichol, a proposal for interpretive historic signage at the Amelia River Waterfront by Fernandina Beach Main Street, a recommendation on a traffic circulation study, and updates on marina and city projects. The meeting will be held at City Hall Commission Chambers, 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-07-27
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 204 Ash Street
- Applicant:
- Moffatt & Nichol (Harbor Master Plan), Fernandina Beach Main Street (Waterfront Interpretive Signage)
Agenda Packet
[204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (City Hall)] This document contains meeting minutes and a traffic study for Fernandina Beach. The Waterfront Advisory Board (WAB) met on July 27, 2026, with agenda items including a Harbor Master Plan update, a proposal for waterfront interpretive signage, a traffic circulation study recommendation, and a work plan discussion. The June 22, 2026, WAB meeting minutes are also included, detailing a marina manager report with financial updates and project discussions, a city project update focusing on the work plan and waterfront park Phase II, and a traffic circulation study recommendation. The Downtown Traffic Circulation and Parking Study (May 2026) analyzes the 36-block downtown area bounded by 8th Street, Front Street, Broome Street, and Beech Street. Key recommendations from the study include converting Alachua Street to one-way westbound and Ash Street to one-way eastbound (between Front and 2nd Streets, remaining two-way between Front and 2nd Streets), which aims to increase parking, improve handicapped accessibility, and enhance vehicle and pedestrian safety. The study also notes that most infrastructure, including electrical, water, stormwater, sidewalks, and streets, needs replacement and that the new circulation pattern would likely be implemented before main downtown revitalization. Specific projects mentioned include the seawall segment one south of the Waterfront Park, the Brett's Demolition/Marina Rehabilitation project, and private projects like 'The Wharf' at Front Street, a hotel concept at 101 Broome Street, and 101 Alachua Street townhomes. Public comment from Rick Kates at the June 22, 2026, meeting expressed interest in joining the board and attracting young people to the waterfront. Stakeholder sentiment regarding the work plan and waterfront park Phase II indicated community frustration and a need for closer collaboration between staff, the board, and the commission. This document is a traffic circulation and parking study for a downtown area. It details parking utilization, on-street and off-street, identifying peak demand times and locations. Key recommendations include implementing a paid parking program, improving parking wayfinding signage, and converting Alachua Street to one-way westbound and Ash Street to one-way eastbound. The conversion of Alachua Street and Ash Street to one-way operations is projected to add approximately 140 angled on-street parking spaces. The study also recommends pedestrian safety audits and strategic placement of additional loading zones. Specific data on traffic counts at various locations and times is provided in appendices. [N 6TH ST BTW ALACHUA ST/CENTRE ST; case 24-129 AW MAX] Traffic data for N 6th St between Alachua St and Centre St. The document provides weekly traffic counts and averages for Lane 1, starting May 2, 2024. Station A, Site ID 000000010633, File D0502007.prn, Info 24-129 AW MAX. GPS coordinates are 30.67123, -81.46309. Total weekly vehicles: 478. AM peak time: 11:00 AM with 43 vehicles. AM PHF: 0.83. PM peak time: 3:30 PM with 64 vehicles. PM PHF: 0.76. [N FRONT ST N/O CENTRE ST; case 24-129 AW MAX] Traffic data for N Front St north of Centre St, Lane 1. The document provides weekly traffic counts and averages, starting May 2, 2024. Station B, Site ID 000000003555, File D0502009.prn, Info 24-129 AW MAX. GPS coordinates are 30.67205, -81.46474. Total weekly vehicles: 330. AM peak time: 9:15 AM with 29 vehicles. AM PHF: 0.91. PM peak time: 12:45 PM with 36 vehicles. PM PHF: 0.60. [N FRONT ST N/O CENTRE ST; case 24-129 AW MAX] Traffic data for N Front St north of Centre St, Lane 2. The document provides weekly traffic counts and averages, starting May 2, 2024. Station B, Site ID 000000003555, File D0502009.prn, Info 24-129 AW MAX. GPS coordinates are 30.67205, -81.46474. Total weekly vehicles: 276. AM peak time: 10:15 AM with 22 vehicles. AM PHF: 0.69. PM peak time: 12:45 PM with 45 vehicles. PM PHF: 0.80. [S 7TH ST S/O CENTRE ST; case 24-129 AW MAX] Traffic data for S 7th St south of Centre St, Lane 1. The document provides weekly traffic counts and averages, starting May 2, 2024. Station C, Site ID 000000002733, File D0502006.prn, Info 24-129 AW MAX. GPS coordinates are 30.67054, -81.45967. Total weekly vehicles: 289. AM peak time: 10:00 AM with 30 vehicles. AM PHF: 0.83. PM peak time: 8:00 PM with 53 vehicles. PM PHF: 0.39. [BROOME ST BTW N 8TH ST/N 9TH ST; case 24-129 AW MAX] Traffic data for Broome St between N 8th St and N 9th St, Lane 1. The document provides weekly traffic counts and averages, starting May 2, 2024. Station D, Site ID 000000023875, File D0502004.prn, Info 24-129 AW MAX. GPS coordinates are 30.67322, -81.45804. Total weekly vehicles: 417. AM peak time: 9:15 AM with 24 vehicles. AM PHF: 0.55. PM peak time: 7:30 PM with 176 vehicles. PM PHF: 0.59. [BROOME ST BTW N 8TH ST/N 9TH ST; case 24-129 AW MAX] Traffic data for Broome St between N 8th St and N 9th St, Lane 2. The document provides weekly traffic counts and averages, starting May 2, 2024. Station D, Site ID 000000023875, File D0502004.prn, Info 24-129 AW MAX. GPS coordinates are 30.67322, -81.45804. Total weekly vehicles: 273. AM peak time: 7:45 AM with 18 vehicles. AM PHF: 0.45. PM peak time: 7:15 PM with 66 vehicles. PM PHF: 0.57. [SR A1A BTW BEECH ST/CEDAR ST; case 24-129 AW MAX] Traffic data for SR A1A between Beech St and Cedar St, Lane 1. The document provides weekly traffic counts and averages, starting May 2, 2024. Station F, Site ID 000000020178, File D0502001.prn, Info 24-129 AW MAX. GPS coordinates are 30.66758, -81.45927. Total weekly vehicles: 8620. AM peak time: 11:00 AM with 650 vehicles. AM PHF: 0.84. PM peak time: 4:30 PM with 855 vehicles. PM PHF: 0.93. [SR A1A BTW BEECH ST/CEDAR ST; case 24-129 AW MAX] Traffic data for SR A1A between Beech St and Cedar St, Lane 2. The document provides weekly traffic counts and averages, starting May 2, 2024. Station F, Site ID 000000020178, File D0502001.prn, Info 24-129 AW MAX. GPS coordinates are 30.66758, -81.45927. Total weekly vehicles: not stated. AM peak time: 6:15 AM with 128 vehicles. AM PHF: not stated. PM peak time: 12:00 PM with 9 vehicles. PM PHF: not stated. [Alachua St & 3rd St Public Parking Lot] Traffic counts for the intersection of Alachua St and 3rd St Public Parking Lot, Jacksonville Beach, FL, on May 7, 2024. Data covers full day (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours, including AM Peak (10 AM-11 AM), Midday Peak (11:30 AM-12:30 PM), and PM Peak (5:15 PM-6:15 PM). Counts include all vehicle classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy) and pedestrians/bicycles on crosswalks. [Alachua St & 2nd St Public Parking Lot] Traffic counts for the intersection of Alachua St and 2nd St Public Parking Lot, Jacksonville Beach, FL, on May 7, 2024. Data covers full day (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours, including AM Peak (10 AM-11 AM), Midday Peak (11 AM-12 PM), and PM Peak (5:15 PM-6:15 PM). Counts include all vehicle classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy) and pedestrians/bicycles on crosswalks. [Nassau County Library Parking Lot & N 4th St] Traffic counts for the intersection of Nassau County Library Parking Lot & N 4th St, Jacksonville Beach, FL, on May 7, 2024. Data covers full day (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours, including AM Peak (10 AM-11 AM), Midday Peak (12 PM-1 PM), and PM Peak (1 PM-2 PM). Counts include all vehicle classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy) and pedestrians/bicycles on crosswalks. [N 3rd St & Public Parking] Traffic counts for the intersection of N 3rd St & Public Parking (FL24-129), Jacksonville Beach, FL, on May 7, 2024. Data covers full day (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours, including AM Peak (10 AM-11 AM), Midday Peak (12 PM-1 PM), and PM Peak (5:45 PM-6:45 PM). Counts include all vehicle classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy) and pedestrians/bicycles on crosswalks. [Ash St & City Hall Lot Public Parking] Traffic counts for the intersection of Ash St & City Hall Lot Public Parking, Jacksonville Beach, FL, on May 7, 2024. Data covers full day (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours, including AM Peak (10 AM-11 AM), Midday Peak (12:30 PM-1:30 PM), and PM Peak (5 PM-6 PM). Counts include all vehicle classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy) and pedestrians/bicycles on crosswalks. This document contains traffic volume data for several intersections and parking lots in Jacksonville Beach, FL, on various dates in May 2024. It does not contain information about specific development projects, zoning changes, applicants, case numbers, or decisions. The data focuses on traffic counts (lights and motorcycles, heavy vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles) during different times of day and peak hours. [Centre St and 8th St; case FL24-129] Traffic volume data for the intersection of Centre St and 8th St in Jacksonville Beach, FL, on Saturday, May 4, 2024, during AM and Midday weekend peaks. Data includes vehicle counts by movement and class, and traffic flow metrics. Provided by Peggy Malone & Associates. [Beech St and S 8th St; case FL24-129] Traffic volume data for the intersection of Beech St and S 8th St in Jacksonville Beach, FL, on Thursday, May 2, 2024, and Saturday, May 4, 2024, across various peak periods. Data includes vehicle counts by movement and class, and traffic flow metrics. Provided by Peggy Malone & Associates. [Ash St and S 2nd St.; case FL24-129] Traffic volume data for the intersection of Ash St and S 2nd St. in Jacksonville Beach, FL, on Thursday, May 2, 2024, across various peak periods. Data includes vehicle counts by movement and class, and traffic flow metrics. Provided by Peggy Malone & Associates. [Ash St and S Front St; case FL24-129] Traffic volume data for the intersection of Ash St and S Front St in Jacksonville Beach, FL, on Thursday, May 2, 2024, across various peak periods. Data includes vehicle counts by movement and class, and traffic flow metrics. Provided by Peggy Malone & Associates. [Centre St and S Front St; case FL24-129] Traffic analysis for the intersection of Centre St and S Front St, Jacksonville Beach, FL. The analysis was conducted on May 2, 2024, covering full length (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours (AM, Midday, PM). Data includes vehicle counts for various classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy, Pedestrians, Bicycles on Crosswalk) and movements (Left, Thru, Right, U-Turn). [Centre St and 5th St; case FL24-129] Traffic analysis for the intersection of Centre St and 5th St, Jacksonville Beach, FL. The analysis was conducted on May 2, 2024, covering full length (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours (AM, Midday, PM). Data includes vehicle counts for various classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy, Pedestrians, Bicycles on Crosswalk) and movements (Left, Thru, Right, U-Turn). [Alachua St and N 3rd St; case FL24-129] Traffic analysis for the intersection of Alachua St and N 3rd St, Jacksonville Beach, FL. The analysis was conducted on May 2, 2024, covering full length (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours (AM, Midday, PM). Data includes vehicle counts for various classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy, Pedestrians, Bicycles on Crosswalk) and movements (Left, Thru, Right, U-Turn). [S 4th St and Ash St; case FL24-129] Traffic analysis for the intersection of S 4th St and Ash St, Jacksonville Beach, FL. The analysis was conducted on May 2, 2024, covering full length (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours (AM, Midday, PM). Data includes vehicle counts for various classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy, Pedestrians, Bicycles on Crosswalk) and movements (Left, Thru, Right, U-Turn). [Centre St and 2nd St; case FL24-129] Traffic analysis for the intersection of Centre St and 2nd St, Jacksonville Beach, FL. The analysis was conducted on May 2, 2024, covering full length (10 AM-2 PM, 3 PM-7 PM) and peak hours (AM, Midday, PM). Data includes vehicle counts for various classes (Lights and Motorcycles, Heavy, Pedestrians, Bicycles on Crosswalk) and movements (Left, Thru, Right, U-Turn). [case FL24-129] This document contains traffic volume data for intersections in Jacksonville Beach, FL, specifically at Centre St. and 2nd St., Alachua St. and N 6th St., and Centre St. and 3rd St. It also includes parking utilization data for various streets and lots. The data was collected on May 2, 2024, and May 5, 2024, and includes peak hour traffic counts for different vehicle classes. A traffic circulation and parking study for S 8th St & Beech St and S 8th St & Centre St is also included, with detailed analysis of traffic volumes, signal timing, and capacity. [S 8th St & Beech St] Traffic analysis for the intersection of S 8th St & Beech St, with a projected completion date of 03/26/2026. The analysis includes detailed traffic flow, lane configurations, and signal timing. The intersection is identified as having a maximum v/c ratio of 0.68 and an Intersection LOS of B. [S 8th St & Centre St] Traffic analysis for the intersection of S 8th St & Centre St, with a projected completion date of 03/26/2026. The analysis includes detailed traffic flow, lane configurations, and signal timing. The intersection is identified as having a maximum v/c ratio of 0.82 and an Intersection LOS of D. [Amelia River Waterfront, Front Street, CRA (Community Redevelopment Area), Central Business District, Fernandina Harbor] The Waterfront Advisory Board (WAB) is developing a 2026-2027 Work Plan focused on economic development within the City's CRA and Central Business District, with an emphasis on infrastructure improvements and business attraction/retention. Key goals include enhancing public access and activity along the Amelia River Waterfront, improving traffic circulation and safety, and supporting redevelopment while preserving the historic working waterfront. Specific objectives involve promoting the Amelia River Waterfront Park, increasing boater accessibility, reviewing traffic circulation studies, reviewing downtown revitalization plans (including utility, street, sidewalk, and landscaping renovations), reviewing private and public development projects within the CRA, finalizing a CRA Plan Amendment, and reviewing the Fernandina Harbor Master Plan. The WAB will provide recommendations to the City Commission.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-07-27
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Recommendations made and discussed, no final decisions stated for specific projects in the provided text. The July 27, 2026, agenda lists 'Board recommendation on the traffic circulation study' as old business.
- Address:
- 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (City Hall)
- Applicant:
- Moffatt & Nichol (Harbor Master Plan), Fernandina Beach Main Street (Waterfront Interpretive Signage)
Agenda
This document is an agenda for the Waterfront Advisory Board regular meeting on June 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Commission Chambers at 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting, public comment on non-agenda items, a Marina Manager report, project updates within the CRA, board member reports, and setting the next meeting date for July 27, 2026. No specific development projects with addresses, sizes, or zoning changes are detailed on this agenda.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-06-22
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 204 Ash Street
Agenda Packet
[204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034] The Marina Manager reported that the marina is financially ahead of last year, with significant transient revenue. They have reconfigured the dock layout to accommodate an additional annual slip holder and are implementing Dockwa software for better data access. In May, the marina sold 78,000 gallons of fuel. Plans include adding 5 new dome cameras to the docks, with no new cameras planned for the boardwalk area where construction is imminent. Ring cameras will be phased out. Slip holders will be notified a week in advance before moving boats from A Dock to the Dinghy Dock for the rehabilitation project. The Dinghy Dock project is complete, aqua boats have been sold, and the mooring field rehabilitation is in progress. The Fishing Rodeo Kingfish tournament is scheduled for May 30 at Amelia River Waterfront Park. A cruise ship caused brown water, which the Marina Manager will follow up on. The Marina Manager expressed confidence in the marina's future, citing recent 5-star reviews. The Marina Rehab/Brett's demolition project is out for bid, with potential for new fuel tanks depending on budget. A pre-bid meeting was held June 6, and bid opening is July 2. A workshop is scheduled for July 7, with bid award consideration on July 21. The contractor will have 30 days to mobilize, with demolition around Labor Day. The project is expected to last 18 months. The marina may be without fuel for 4-8 weeks, with efforts to maintain temporary fuel line service. Parking Lot A is expected to be mostly closed in August, with a total contract completion time of 460 calendar days. The Seawall Segment 1 Project is facing permitting issues, with plans to bid by the end of June. This project is state-funded and expected to last 6-9 months. FPU is undergrounding electric lines. The seawall will not extend to connect with RYAM. Waterfront Park Phase II Concept design is underway, with public input sought through a town hall charette on June 3. Competing interests and pedestrian conflicts are being addressed in the design. A lighted crosswalk and shoreside facilities for boaters are being considered. The Harbor Master Plan Phases 1 and 2 are in development, with property owner meetings scheduled. The Simmons project includes a seawall and marina component discussions. Demolition and potential reuse of a slab at 115 S. 2nd Street is being bid, with approval consideration in July. The Waterfront Advisory Board reviewed and adopted a draft work plan. The plan's implementation will involve tasks appearing on meeting agendas, with some items like reviewing CRA project conceptual plans running concurrently with developer timelines. The Board prioritized 'waterfront access' as the first goal and emphasized the importance of the boat ramp. Member Nickoloff resigned from the Board due to commitments with the Pension Board. Chair Schaffer mentioned permitting for the Standard Marine building, with plans for cleanup.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-06-22
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Adopted Chair Schaffer's work plan as amended.
- Address:
- 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
- Applicant:
- City staff
Agenda
This document is an agenda for the Waterfront Advisory Board regular meeting on May 26, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Commission Chambers, 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting, public comment on non-agenda items, a Marina Manager report, project updates within the CRA, review of the Waterfront Advisory Board Work Plan, board member reports, and scheduling of the next meeting for June 22, 2026. No specific development projects with addresses, sizes, or zoning changes are detailed for decision-making at this meeting; rather, it focuses on administrative matters and updates.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-26
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 204 Ash Street
Agenda Packet
[204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (City Hall Commission Chambers)] The Waterfront Advisory Board (WAB) met on April 27, 2026. Key discussions included the Amelia River Waterfront Park Phase II concept, with an estimated cost of $700,000 budgeted for FY2027-28. The Board passed a motion to halt design work on the boat ramp adjacent to the park until its future is discussed, citing maneuverability issues and the ramp's age. Public comment included a question from Eric Bartelt regarding boat ramp access. Marina Manager Chris Ferguson reported strong revenue year-to-date and that the dinghy dock project will be under budget. The Marina Redevelopment Project is proceeding with bids expected soon, construction starting late July, and includes bulkhead replacement, a new fuel system, dredging, and a new pier. The Board also discussed its work plan, prioritizing strategic development within the CRA, driving events to the waterfront park, and improving traffic flow. The Standard Marine building is in permitting, and the Alachua Street property is under contract. The next WAB meeting is May 26, 2026.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-26
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Approved (motion to halt boat ramp design work until future discussed)
- Address:
- 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (City Hall Commission Chambers)
Agenda
This document is an agenda for the Waterfront Advisory Board regular meeting on April 27, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Commission Chambers, 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. Key agenda items include City Updates on Paid Parking implementation and Waterfront Park Phase II Concept, a Marina Manager Report, an update on Marina Redevelopment plans and timeline, and discussion of the Board Work Plan. The next meeting is scheduled for May 26, 2026.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Agenda Packet
[0 Front Street (for Amelia River Wharf concept); 1 S Front St (for Marina Redevelopment)] The Waterfront Advisory Board met on March 23, 2026, to discuss the Front Street Development concept, "Amelia River Wharf," proposed by the Simmons family at 0 Front Street. The concept includes a waterfront restaurant, retail shops, a marina, and a Visit Florida Marine Welcome Station, with a pedestrian walkway and seawall connecting to the City's infrastructure. The Board provided feedback on design elements, setbacks, roof variations, bulkhead alignment, and maintaining public access. Mr. Ron Flick represented the developer, and Mr. Steve Simmons, the property owner, expressed his long-held desire to develop the site for families and visitors. Separately, the Marina Redevelopment project, located at 1 S Front St (Parcel ID: 17-3N-28-0000-0002-0010), is moving forward. The project went before the Historic District Council and will go out to bid on April 6, with an award expected in May. The City Commission also approved bringing marina management in-house effective April 1, with projected cost savings from software changes. A dinghy dock rehab project is scheduled from April 15 to the end of May. The Harbor Master Plan, Phase 1, will assess conditions from Simmons property to the port, including potential redevelopment and a fishing pier. The City is also closing on the property at 115 North 2nd Street for demolition and parking, requiring rezoning or combination. The Waterfront Park Grand Opening is April 11. A draft supplement to the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Plan was approved, addressing project descriptions, cost estimates, and funding sources, with two objectives modified related to demolition and public-private partnerships for resiliency and seawall construction.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Conceptual plans presented for feedback; Marina Redevelopment to go out to bid; CRA Plan Supplement approved unanimously.
- Address:
- 0 Front Street (for Amelia River Wharf concept); 1 S Front St (for Marina Redevelopment)
- Applicant:
- Simmons family (for Amelia River Wharf concept); City of Fernandina Beach (for Marina Redevelopment)
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