City Council Meeting (9/21/2026)

The City Council of Jacksonville Beach held a regular meeting on September 21, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. Key procurement actions included approval of an additional $300,000 construction contingency for the 10th Street South infrastructure improvements (Bid No. 2526-01), bringing the total contingency to $900,000. The council also authorized an emergency sanitary sewer repair at Lift Station Number 18, awarding a contract to Kellaway Contracting Incorporated for up to $263,372. Additionally, the council approved the second renewal of the city's property casualty and workers compensation insurance coverage contract with the Florida League of Cities, with a premium of $1,659,591 for the upcoming policy year. Discussions highlighted challenges in timing for insurance RFPs and the need to improve procurement processes to avoid last-minute renewals. The council also adopted a resolution amending the position classification and pay plan for non-union employees, including pay grade increases and reclassifications, with an overall payroll increase of 8.2%. This pay plan adjustment aims to improve employee retention amid notable turnover rates. No other procurement contracts or capital projects were discussed.