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The following is a list of questions frequently asked by citizens. You may search for specific words or phases, or shorten the list by selecting a specific category.
CDD Permits
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A homeowner is allow to pull their own permit only if the property is homesteaded. They need to complete the homeowners affidavit application and submit it inconjunction with the building permit application.
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The cost is based on the individual job cost and is formulated at the time of approval. City Staff will contact the applicant when the permit is ready and the amount due will be available at this time.
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City Clerk
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Mayor Bill Leeper
Vice-Mayor Joe Gerrity
Commissioner Ken Walker
Commissioner Ron Sapp
Commissioner Bruce Malcolm
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The City Commission meets regularly on the First and Third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. All regular meetings are open to the public. The Commission also holds work sessions and special meetings as needed.
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Yes. You can view City Commission meetings live on Channel 29 at 6:00 p.m. Commission meetings are re-broadcast on the Tuesday following the meeting at 6:00 p.m.
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City Hall is located at 204 Ash Street in Fernandina Beach at the corner of 2nd Street and Ash Street one block south of Centre Street in downtown Fernandina.
Map to City Hall
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The City Clerk's Office will provide a copy of any public record under it's jurisdiction, including ordinances, resolutions, and City Commission minutes. Please refer to the City Clerk Fee Schedule for pricing.
City Clerk Fee Schedule
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The members of the City Commission and City staff cordially welcome you to the meetings. The agenda indicates the matters schedule for consideration at the meetings. If you wish to speak concerning any of these items when they are under consideration, please complete a "Request to Speak" form and submit to the City Clerk. Approach the microphone at the front of the Chambers when the Mayor calls your name. When you have been recognized by the Mayor, please state your name and address for the record before you present your comments. In order for everyone to be heard who wishes to speak, it is requested that you limit your comments to 3 minutes. Should you wish to speak concerning a matter that is not listed on the agenda, you may be heard during that part of the agenda that is listed as "Request from the Public". Please complete a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the City Clerk.
Approach the microphone at the front of the Chambers when the Mayor calls your name. When you have been recognized by the Mayor, state your name and address for the record before speaking on the subject you have in mind. Please Note: In accordance with the state law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for discussion; however, the City Commission will not be able to take any action at this meeting. If appropriate the item will be referred to staff or placed on a future agenda. Should you wish to have and item scheduled on a futures agenda, please contact the City Manager's Office at (904)277-7305.
Office of the City Manager
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City Commission
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Mayor Bruce Malcolm
Vice-Mayor Ken Walker
Commissioner Ron Sapp
Commissioner Eric Childers
Commissioner Susan Steger
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The City Commission meets regularly on the First and Third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. All regular meetings are open to the public. The Commission also holds work sessions and special meetings as needed.
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The members of the City Commissiona and City staff cordially welcome you to the meetings. The agenda indicates the matters schedule for consideration at the meetings. If you wish to speack concerning any of these items when they are under consideration, please complete a "Request to Speak" form and submit to the City Clerk. Approach the micorphone at the front of the Chambers when the Mayor calls your name. When you have been recognized by the Mayor, please state your name and address for the record before you present your comments. In order for everyone who wishes to speak may be heard, it is requested that you limit your comments to 3 minutes. Should you wish to speak concerning a matter that is not listed on the agenda, you may be heard during that part of the agenda that is listed as "Request from the Public". Please complete a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the City Clerk.
Approach the microphone at the front of the Chambers when the Mayor calls your name. When you have been recognized by the Mayor, state your name for the record before speaking on the subject you have in mind. Please Note: In accordance with the state law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for discussion; however, the City Commission will not be able to take any action at this meeting. If appropriate the item will be referred to Staff or placed on a future agenda. Should you wish to have and item scheduled on a futures agenda, please contact the City Manager's Office at (904)277-7305.
Office of the City Manager
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Community Development
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The Zoning map can be found on our web-site, map at City Hall and a zoning confirmation letter may be obtained for a fee of $25.00.
Zoning Map
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The cost is based on the individual job cost and is formulated at the time of approval. City Staff will contact the applicant when the permit is ready and the amount due will be available at this time.
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Takes care of:
Stormwater Permits
Wetland Permits
Water Quality
Environmental Resource PermitsContact Information:
(800) 451-7106
SJRMWD
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A City Planner may assist you with this or you may view the Land Development Code on our web-site.
Land Development Code
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The Building Permit fee is payable upon receipt of the permit.
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Approval of a Building Permit could take up to 30 days. Please contact our office for further information (904)277-7325.
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The SJRWMD is responsible for:
Stormwater Permits
Wetland Permits
Water Quality
Environmental Resource PermitsContact Information:
(800) 451-7106
SJRMWD
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Facilities Maintenance
Fleet Maintenance
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The City auction is held once a year in the fall. Through out the year the City will surplus vehicles on EBay. A notice is posted on the main city page every time a vehicle is listed on EBay.
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Vehicle replacement occurs at different intervals and varies according to the type of the vehicle. We use the Vehicle Rotation Program as a guide for the replacement of vehicles in the City fleet.
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The service technicians position does not require A.S.E certifications, but the mechanic and master technician positions require A.S.E certifications
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Golf Course
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Yes,we offer annual memberships.
We also offer memberships to non City residents.
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Yes,our rental clubs are Nike. The cost is $18.00 for 9 holes & $30.00 for 18 holes.
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Yes, our PGA staff members each have over 20 years experience as teaching professionals.
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Yes, Facility rentals are available. Food service provided by Food & Beverage staff.
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Historic District
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You may Click here for a map of the Historic District boundaries. For more information contact the Community Development Department at City Hall at 204 Ash St. 904-277-7325.
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Home
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The cost is based on the individual job cost and is formulated at the time of approval. City Staff will contact the applicant when the permit is ready and the amount due will be available at this time.
Building Permits
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Click on the "Report A Concern" link. Choose your concern catagory, register and send us your concern.
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Contact the Atlantic Recreation Center at 904-277-7350 for availability and prices.
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The SJRWMD is responsible for:
Stormwater Permits
Wetland Permits
Water Quality
Environmental Resource PermitsContact Information:
(800) 451-7106
SJRMWD
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The City Clerk's Office will provide a copy of any public record under it's jurisdiction, including ordinances, resolutions, and City Commission minutes. Please refer to the City Clerk Fee Schedule for pricing.
City Clerk Fee Schedule
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204 Ash Street
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
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The Action Taken from the City Commission Meetings are located inside the City Commission folder in the Document Center.
City Commission Action Taken
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Human Resources
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Complete a General Employment Application and submit to Human Resources, 204 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Job Opportunities
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Information Technology
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The City Manager’s department is responsible for deciding what can appear on the city’s website and cable channel. Contact Kim Elliott at 9(904) 277-7305 for more information.
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The City of Fernandina Beach has a written policy of who can use city equipment and for what purposes it can be used. The City Manager’s office determines if an individual qualifies on a case by case basis. Please contact Kim Elliott at (904) 277-7305 for more information.
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Maintenance
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The Light house is located on Light House Lane which is north of Atlantic Ave. Fort Clinch is located at the north east corner of the Amelia Island and can be access by the south entrance on Atlantic Ave. Center St. is the main road that serves the historic downtown area and runs east to west from Atlantic Ave. to the river front.
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Stateline Disposal provides the City with sanitation services. They can be reached at (904) 261-7186.
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For the list of items that can be recycled, please refer to the Advance Disposal Services Recycling Guidelines
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The City auction is held once a year in the fall. Through out the year the City will surplus vehicles on EBay. A notice is posted on the main city page every time a vehicle is listed on EBay.
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Click on the "Report A Concern" link. Choose your concern catagory, register and send us your concern.
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The City of Fernandina Beach Street Maintenance Division maintains all City right-of-ways within the City. Typically, the property line is located 5’ behind the utility pole.
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Marina
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Yes. There are about 20 great restaurants all within walking distance.
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The nearest grocery store is 2 miles away. Unfortunately, they do not deliver
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Reservations are made up to four months in advance by calling the dockmaster at (904)491-2090.
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Boat rentals are available with Ocean Outboard Marine at (904)321-1422
Website
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There is a hardware store located on the corner of Ash and 5th Street.
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The distance from the Marina to the beach is about 2 miles.
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The Marina does not supply the WI-FI technology.
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Parks and Recreation
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The Monday after spring break. Call 904-277-7350 for more details.
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Contact the Atlantic Center at 904-277-7350.
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Contact the Atlantic Recreation Center at 904-277-7350 for availability and prices.
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They are on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Sign up for these tours in advance at the Atlantic Recreation Center. Call 904-277-7350 for more details.
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There is a weight room and cardio equipment located at Peck Gymnasium.
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You may pick up keys at the Atlantic Recreation Center. You must leave a refundable $5.00 deposit in order to obtain a key.
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Go to the Atlantic Recreation Center and fill out a skate park waiver form. You may purchase either a daily pass or a yearly pass at that time.
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The Recreation Department offers a preschool, afterschool program, afterschool tutoring, holiday camps, summer camp and summer learning program
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Street Maintenance
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Stateline Disposal provides the City with sanitation services. They can be reached at (904) 261-7186.
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The Light house is located on Light House Lane which is north of Atlantic Ave. Fort Clinch is located at the north east corner of the Amelia Island and can be access by the south entrance on Atlantic Ave. Center St. is the main road that serves the historic downtown area and runs east to west from Atlantic Ave. to the river front.
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Call (904) 277-7389 and we will do our best to make the necessary repairs within 24 hours.
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Florida Public Utilities is responsible for streetlight and electrical repairs. They can be reached at (904) 261-3663
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The City of Fernandina Beach Street Maintenance Division maintains all City right-of-ways within the City. Typically, the property line is located 5’ behind the utility pole.
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There are State owned and County owned roads and right-of-ways within the City limits. If you live on a state or county road/right-of-way then you need to contact these appropriate agencies: FDOT: (904) 360-5200, Nassau County Public Works: (904)-845-3610
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Trees
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Yes, it is part of the City’s Land Development Code and is located in Chapter 4 and Chapter 11, available at our
Document Center
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Yes, A permit from the City is required for removal of any tree that has a DBH of 5 inches or greater. The only exceptions to this are for nurseries, certain
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Yes, a permit is still required if the tree has a DBH of 5 inches or greater
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DBH stands for “diameter at breast height” and means the diameter of a tree four and one-half (4˝) feet above ground level from the base of the tree, provided however, if the tree trunk forks below four and one-half (4˝) feet above ground level diameter measurement shall be taken one (1) inch below the fork of the trunk.
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An application is required to be submitted prior to issuance of the permit. Please click the following link for the
Tree Removal Application
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The owner of the property from which the tree was removed is responsible for restoration. At a minimum, this includes an inch for inch replacement of that tree(s) and a possible fine of up to $250.00 per inch.
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Please call the City of Fernandina Beach Code Enforcement Department at 904-277-7325. Your identity can remain anonymous.
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