Argyle Area Civic Council

Minutes of the Mon, Sept 15, 2008 AACC Meeting Dennys Restaurant

Minutes Posted October 19, 2008 8:00 am

ARGYLE AREA CIVIC COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 MEETING
HELD AT DENNY'S RESTAURANT, 8409 BLANDING BOULEVARD
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA 32244

Present: Bill Lewis, President; Tom Dumas, Vice President; Allen Durant, Treasurer; Detective Andy Scott (CCSO), Sgt. Joe Spaulding (CCSO), Don Christen, John Draper, Loretta Draper, Shay Dumas, Bill Ellis, David Hodges, Jim Kelly, Leo King, Thomas Martin, and Jerry Thompson

President Lewis called the meeting was called to order at 7:37 p.m.

Approval of previous month's minutes was rescheduled.

Detective Andy Scott and Sergeant Joe Spaulding from the CCSO spoke on public safety. Det. Scott spoke answered questions regarding the recent shooting where a 19 year old male was killed near Cheswick Oaks. He said the incident is still under investigation and it is likely the victim knew the assailant. He also spoke about gang activity, citing two gangs in particular, the 103rd Street Gang and the Argyle East Gang as being responsible for much of the area’s crime, including robberies, thefts, and grafitti. The 103rd Street Gang is the largest in Jacksonville with over 100 members and a hand signal that shows 3 fingers with the palm facing in. Argyle East is comprised of former Orange Park High School students and follows the Folk Nation, an alliance of gangs nationwide.

Gang hot spots include Argyle, Cheswick Oaks, and the athletic center. Det. Scott said it’s best to notify police if you see suspicious activity, because it provides information and opportunities for the police to interface with the youths. Activities that warrant a phone call include 3-4 kids walking along that look like they don’t belong, large gatherings, vehicles spotted several times in a short period, and kids out after curfew (Clay county curfew between 11PM and 5AM Sun.-Thurs. and 1-5AM Fri-Sat. for children under 16). In addition to youths, homeless adults form gangs and are responsible for many smash and grabs. Keith Smith should be contacted regarding graffiti, the protocol for graffiti is to file a report, take photos, and paint over ASAP (keep receipts in case there is a prosecution). Many crimes can be largely prevented by hiding valuables and locking your car and keeping your garage closed. The officers also stressed the importance of Neighborhood Watch programs. Finally, Sgt. Spaulding said that plain clothed and uniformed officers had been assigned to special detail as a response to complaints about parks vandalism.




Transportation, David Hodges reported that the Collins Road Collector distribution road is fully funded and scheduled to start in July 2009. Tom Dumas discussed the Collins Road widening at I-295 bridge and the Parramore Rd. extension that will eventually connect Collins Rd. to Argyle Forest Blvd. Tom Martin mentioned that there is a SJRMD meeting October 14th (and every 2nd Tues.) from 10-1 to address the flooding along the Collins Road Extension from Rampart to Shindler following Tropical Storm Fay.

New business, Up the Creek, a new seafood restaurant chain has opened. Bennigans and Steak and Ale buildings will be up for auction soon.

Alan Durant gave the treasurers report with a balance this month of $557.12, up from $347.12 last month. Alan would like to send out a request for donations to local businesses and association members in order to repair the Argyle Forest sign and entrance. John Draper motioned for the request to be sent out to the general email list and David Hodges seconded the motion. Voted in unanimously.

David Hodges mentioned he would like to pursue ownership of island where the sign is located to avoid issues of ownership, though after discussion, it was decided that ownership would involve too much liability and landscaping obligation. David Hodges reported that a permit is not required to repair the sign if the repairs are under $2,500.

Still waiting on lights for the bridge.

David Hodges reported that the utility lines to the substation have been removed from the easement and he would like to see the easement released to Watermill & Chimney Lakes on the southside of Argyle Forest Blvd.

Alan Durant has a quote of $530 from a mason to repair brickwork on sign, Tom Martin motioned to approve the repairs, Bill Lewis seconded the motion and it was voted in unanimously.

There being no further business, Bill Ellis made a motion to adjourn, which was seconded by Tom Martin. The meeting adjourned at 8:50 PM

Respectfully submitted,
Tom Dumas, AACC Vice President

Agenda Last Updated 9-13-2008 12:00 PM

ARGYLE AREA CIVIC COUNCIL
AACC Meeting Monday, September 15, 2008 7:30 pm
Location: Denny's Restaurant 8409 Blanding Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32244 Phone: 904-778-4624
Corner of Blanding Blvd and Youngerman Circle.
Map: http://web.sa.mapquest.com/dennys/advantage.adp?transaction=locmap&recordId=509&pwidth=400&pheight=250to
1. Call to Order 7:30 pm
2. Approval of Old Minutes
Monday, August 18, 2008 http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/jacksonville/aacc/genpage/255880744.html
3. Committee Reports
a. Jacksonville City Council, Clay County Commission Report and other elected officials or representatives
1. Duval County School Board District 7 - Tommy Hazouri
2. Jax District 14 Council Member Michael Corrigan - Past Council President 2006 - 2007
3. Jax District 12 Council Member Dan Davis - City Council President 2007 - 2008
4. Jax District 11 Council Member Ray Holt
5. Jax At Large, Group 1 Council Member Ronnie Fussell
6. Clay District 2 Commissioner - Doug Conkey
7. State Representative Jennifer Carroll (R), District 13 - Rebecca Coleman, District Secretary
8. U.S. Representative Cliff Stearns (R), Florida's Sixth District - Sherrie Porter, District Aide
b. Public Safety Report. Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and Clay County Sheriff's Office
c. Transportation. David Hodges - Click on the links for the Latest Info on these Projects
1. Argyle Forest Blvd 4 Lanes - http://www.jtaonthemove.com/projects/bjp/bjargyle2.aspx
2. I-295 @ Collins Rd / Blanding Blvd Interchange C/D Project - http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/public/genpage.html?nid=972432200&nneighid=351562714&nsupercity=623542159
3. Collins Road Widening -
. I) Collins Rd/Rampart to Blanding http://www.coj.net/Departments/Better+Jacksonville+Plan/Road+Projects.htm
. II) Collins Rd/Westport to Rampart http://www.coj.net/Departments/Better+Jacksonville+Plan/Road+Projects.htm
. III) Collins Rd/Shindler to Westport http://www.coj.net/Departments/Better+Jacksonville+Plan/Road+Projects.htm
. IV) Collins Rd/Shindler to Old Middleburg http://www.coj.net/Departments/Better+Jacksonville+Plan/Road+Projects.htm
. V) Extension of Collins Rd from Old Middleburg to Cecil Commerce Center. Proposed. May or May Not Happen.
4. Old Middleburg Rd./103rd to Branan Field http://www.coj.net/Departments/Better+Jacksonville+Plan/Road+Projects.htm
5. Branan Field Chaffee Road Phase 1 (103rd St. to I-10) - http://www.jtafla.com/projects/bjp/bjbranan10.aspx
6. Shindler Rd realigned with Cheswick Oaks along the JEA easements for power lines. Proposed. May or May Not Happen.
7. College Drive Extension North Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study - New connection between Blanding Boulevard (SR 21) and Branan Field/Chaffee Road (SR 23). - Clay county http://www.collegedrivenorth.com/faq.htm
BETTER JACKSONVILLE PLAN IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS http://www.coj.net/Departments/Better+Jacksonville+Plan/Road+Projects.htm
Jacksonville Transportation Authority Projects Map - http://www.jtafla.com/projects/projects_map.html
Florida Department of Transportation Information http://www.dot.state.fl.us/publicinformationoffice/construc/district2pio/counties/duval.htm http://www.dot.state.fl.us/publicinformationoffice/construc/district2pio/counties/clay.htm - http://www.dot.state.fl.us/publicinformationoffice/publicinv/PI-D2.htm
d. Business Development - David Hodges
. . Oakleaf Town Center - Jacksonville, FL - Description http://www.sembler.com/current_projects.php?id=12
. . Oakleaf Town Center - Jacksonville, FL - PDF Map http://www.sembler.com/pdfs/Oakleaf%20Town%20Ctr.pdf
e. Communications and Web Site - Bill Lewis
f. Home Owners Association President Meeting - Bill Lewis
g. Grant Writing Committee
h. Landscaping Committee - Argyle Sign at Argyle Forest Blvd and Blanding Blvd
i. Treasurer's Report - Allen Durant
4. Old Business
a. Argyle Forest Sign Island at Argyle Forest Blvd and Blanding - Approval of Argyle Front Entrance Brick Repair Proposal and Fund Raising Letter
b. New Argyle Forest Blvd Bridge Lights
c. Collins Road Extension between Shindler Drive and Old Middleburg Road
d. Rezoning on Hipps Property - PROPERTY RE-ZONING FROM RR TO PUD PROPOSAL FOR NAVY HOUSING, UNITS OF SINGLE AND MULTI FAMILY HOUSING
Subject: Rezoning on Hipps Property
Email Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:26:42 +0000
This is information you will want to share with your association.
Someone put the following notice in our mail boxes:
As a result I emailed Daniel Davis' office, our city councilman and I got the following response; after the mail box notice.
There is to be a town hall meeting at Shindler Rd Baptist Church on August 4, 6:30pm.
PROPERTY RE-ZONING FROM RR TO PUD
OLD MIDDLEBURG AT SANDLER = HIPPS PROPERTY
CALL CITY, 630-1902, FOR INFORMATION ON #2008517
PROPOSAL FOR NAVY HOUSING, UNITS OF SINGLE AND MULTI FAMILY HOUSING
HEARINGS PROPOSED AT CITY COUNCIL, 1ST FLOOR CITY HALL
AUGUST 12, 6PM
AUGUST 14, 1PM
AUGUST 19, 6PM
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July 11, 2008
You were on my list of people to personally call regarding this issue, as I remember you called our office several months ago inquiring about this.
We are holding a community meeting on August 4th at 6:30 pm at the Shindler Road Baptist Church. I JUST placed an order for the mailout post cards about 5 minutes ago as well as requested an ad be placed in the Times Union on Saturday, July 26th as well as the Westside Sun on July 26th and Saturday, August 2nd. Any persons living within 350 feet of the properties in question will receive the post card mail out. I will be mailing those out hopefully by the end of next week.
As of now, these are the following scheduled Public Hearings:
August 12th - City Council in the Council Chambers at 5:00
August 14th - Planning Commission in the Council Chambers at 1:00 (I believe)
August 19th - Land Use and Zoning Committee meeting in the Council Chambers at 5:00
We will have representatives from our Planning Department and the Office of General Counsel to answer any questions and the applicants from Pappas, Metcalf, Jenks and Miller will also be doing a presentation on the rezoning.

Thank you,
Sarah Lane
Aide, Council Member Daniel Davis
District 12: Daniel Davis - City Council President 2007 - 2008
Sarah Balme, Assistant; Email: DDavis@coj.net Phone: 904-630-1380 -- Fax: 904-630-2906
Web Site: http://www.coj.net/City+Council/District+12/default.htm
5. New Business

6. Additional Comments From the Public
7. Motion to Adjourn

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Minutes of the Monday, August 18, 2008 AACC Meeting
Oakleaf Town Center - Jacksonville, FL - Description
Oakleaf Town Center - Jacksonville, FL - PDF Map
Florida Department of Transportation Information