Waterfront Advisory Board: April 2026
City of Fernandina Beach
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The City of Fernandina Beach is undertaking a Harbor Master Plan, with the first phase focusing on the Simmons property to the port. This 16-week project involves assessing current conditions and planning for redevelopment, including a potential fishing pier at 101 Front Street. Plans for a seawall and bulkhead extension are also being developed for the Simmons property. Separately, the city is closing on property at 115 North 2nd Street, with demolition planned for future parking, which may require rezoning. The marina redevelopment project, including potential fuel tank upgrades, is also moving forward, with bids expected soon. These projects represent early opportunities for contractors and suppliers involved in site assessment, seawall construction, demolition, grading, utility work, and general construction trades. Engaging early allows businesses to understand project needs before formal bidding and permitting processes begin.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- Simmons property
- Applicant:
- Mr. Goodsell
5. STAFF REPORTS
The City of Fernandina Beach is taking over marina management operations in-house, effective April 1, following a City Commission agreement with the Waterfront Advisory Board's recommendation. This transition involves rewriting all licenses, permits, leases, and contracts. A dinghy dock rehabilitation project is scheduled to start April 15 and finish by the end of May. This project is planned and underway, with the dinghy dock rehab beginning soon. The scope of work includes site preparation, potential utility work, and construction related to the dinghy dock rehabilitation, followed by final landscaping. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers should reach out early to learn about potential opportunities related to the dinghy dock rehab and other marina management transition tasks before site plans, bids, and permits are finalized.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
6. STAFF REPORTS
The City of Fernandina Beach is reviewing concepts for Waterfront Park Phase II. This project is currently under review by the Waterfront Advisory Board. The scope of work would likely involve site preparation, grading, and potentially construction of park amenities and infrastructure. Contractors specializing in site work, general construction, and landscaping may find opportunities as the project moves forward. Engaging early could provide an advantage before detailed plans and bidding processes begin.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
6. STAFF REPORTS
Waterfront Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-27 in City of Fernandina Beach. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
7. NEW BUSINESS
The City of Fernandina Beach is reviewing a supplement to its Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) Plan for the Downtown District. This supplement addresses legislative changes and updates candidate projects, including cost estimates and funding sources. It also includes objectives related to demolition and public-private partnerships for resiliency and seawall construction. The plan is currently under review and will move to the Planning Advisory Board and then the City Commission. This process could lead to future construction and infrastructure work, including demolition, site preparation, and potentially seawall construction. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should engage early to understand potential project needs as plans develop before bids and permits are finalized.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
7. OLD BUSINESS
Waterfront Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-27 in City of Fernandina Beach. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
7. OLD BUSINESS
Waterfront Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-27 in City of Fernandina Beach. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS/COMMENTS
This item concerns a discussion about potential changes to traffic flow on 2nd and 3rd Streets in downtown Fernandina Beach, extending to Broome and Beech Streets. A traffic analysis related to this matter is planned to be presented to the Waterfront Advisory Board in the coming months. The Board also discussed potentially reducing its size from 7 to 6 voting members, but ultimately voted to have staff prepare a resolution to make the Board 7 members. Additionally, a request to adjust the Board's meeting time to 5:00 PM was considered but declined. While no immediate construction is indicated, these discussions suggest future planning and potential infrastructure reviews related to traffic management and board operations. Businesses involved in traffic analysis, civil engineering, and administrative services may find future opportunities as these items progress.
- Board:
- Waterfront Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-04-27
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Address:
- 2nd and 3rd Streets
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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