Agenda - City Commission July 13, 2026

City Commission Meeting · 2026-07-13 · agenda_packet

[65 Lewis Boulevard; 69 Lewis Boulevard; 18 and 20 Spring Street; case Ordinance 2026-15; Ordinance 2026-16; Ordinance 2026-17; Ordinance 2026-18] The City Commission is considering several ordinances for second reading on July 27, 2026. These include amendments to zoning designations and future land use. Ordinance 2026-15 proposes changing approximately 1.23 acres at 65 Lewis Boulevard from Abandoned PUD to Residential General Office (RGO). Ordinance 2026-16 involves approximately 9.07 total acres at 69 Lewis Boulevard, rezoning upland acres to RGO and waterward acres to Open Land (OL). Ordinance 2026-17 and 2026-18 both concern approximately 0.51 acres at 18 and 20 Spring Street, with 2026-17 amending the Future Land Use from Residential Low Density to Residential Medium Density, and 2026-18 amending the Zoning Designation. [case Ordinance 2026-10; Ordinance 2026-11; Resolution 2026-10] Ordinance 2026-10, concerning amending the Vehicles for Hire (Chapter 27) Ordinance, is scheduled for second reading on July 13, 2026. Ordinance 2026-11, amending the Franchises (Chapter 14) Ordinance, is also scheduled for second reading on July 13, 2026. Resolution 2026-10, to revise and establish routes for animal-drawn vehicles in St. Augustine, requires a public hearing. This document outlines regulations for animal-drawn vehicle franchises in the City of St. Augustine, Florida. It details requirements for applicants, including business plans, background checks, and proof of valid driver's licenses. It specifies operational rules such as fare posting, designated loading/unloading zones, insurance mandates (with different levels for Tier One and Tier Two vehicles), driver qualifications (including background checks and identification badges), and prescribed routes. The document also sets forth strict guidelines for animal care, including health standards, rest periods, and safety during operation, as well as equipment maintenance for the vehicles. Penalties for violations range from warnings and fines to suspension or revocation of franchises. A maximum of 15 medallions are allowed city-wide, with a limit of 5 per franchise. Franchise agreements are for up to 20 years for Tier One and 10 years for Tier Two. This document contains sections of a city ordinance detailing regulations for sightseeing motor vehicles and animal-drawn vehicles. It covers driver conduct, route approvals, franchise fees, insurance requirements, vehicle maintenance, and penalties for violations. Specific sections address animal welfare, including health standards, rest periods, and heat guidelines. The document also includes a memorandum regarding a vacancy on the Board of Trustees for the St. Augustine Police Officers’ Retirement System. [case ORD 2024-31/102824] This document pertains to the St. Augustine Police Officers Retirement System, Board of Trustees. It details the board's authorization, number of members (five), term lengths (four years), appointment process, qualifications (not stated), duties (general administration and management of the retirement system), attendance policy (removal by majority vote of the Commission after notice and hearing), and meeting schedule (quarterly on the 4th Wednesday of February, May, August, and the 3rd Wednesday of November). It also notes a vacancy expiring 9/30/2028 for one position on this board. Additionally, it mentions an ordinance (ORD 2024-31/102824) that amends Chapter 20, Section 20-223, extending term limits for Board of Trustees members from 2 to 4 years. Consultants involved include Thomas H. Jensen from Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company (GRS).