South Amelia Island Shore Stabilization Association (SAISSA)

1 THE SOUTH AMELIA ISLAND SHORE STABILIZATION ASSOCIATION, INC. BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING August 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. 5440 First Coast Hwy., Conference Room, Amelia Island, Florida Board Members Present: Terry Cole, Chairman; George deTarnowsky; Eric Schmidt; Mary Axetell; Ken Pavlich; Ryan Berry, Riverstone via “Zoom”; Jim Raycraft; Craig Goodall; Frank Bennett; Ron Nelson; and Anne Gower. Board Member Absent: None. Others Present: Bill Moore, Project Manager; Al Browder, SAISSA Coastal Engineer; Buddy Jacobs, Liaison; Heather Nazworth, Deputy Clerk; Jami Nighbert, Recording Secretary. Call to Order/Roll Call President Cole called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. Guest Questions/Comments for Business Not on the Agenda Discussion: None. Approval of Minutes Approval of Minutes from the meeting held on May 14, 2025. Note: Ms. Axetell requested some minor corrections to the minutes. It was moved by George deTarnowsky, seconded by Mary Axetell, to approve the minutes from May 14, 2025, with the minor corrections, and was unanimously approved. Financial and Budget Report Discussion: Mr. Nelson provided a brief overview of the budget report, reviewing the Capital and Maintenance Assessment completed by the Finance Committee. It was moved by George deTarnowsky, seconded by Ron Nelson, to recommend the Capital Assessment of $691,894.00 and roll to the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners. It was moved by George deTarnowsky, seconded by Ken Pavlich, to recommend the Maintenance Assessment of $422,624.00 and roll To the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners. Mr. Moore briefly reviewed the contracts to be approved.

2 It was moved by Ron Nelson, seconded by Eric Schmidt, to approve Work Authorization number eight, Grant Assistance and Miscellaneous Services up to $31,500.00 based on the hourly schedule. It was moved by George deTarnowsky, seconded by Ron Nelson, to approve South Amelia Island Beach Nourishment Project Amendment 3 to 20NA1 to reimburse actual eligible cost up to $72,068.00. It was moved by George deTarnowsky, seconded by Ron Nelson, to approve the SAISSA contract with Oneida LG2 Environmental Solutions, Inc. to assess the dunes for invasive, non-native plant species at a lump sum of $16,024.00. It was moved by George deTarnowsky, seconded by Ken Pavlich, to approve Work Authorization number nine, for SAISSA FY2025-26 to prepare plans, specifications and permitting for Dune Rehabilitation Project at a Lump Sum of $47,024.00. Engineering Report Mr. Browder provided an update regarding the engineering report. He noted that since the last board meeting, a completed Year 4 physical monitoring survey of the beach nourishment cycle had been conducted. He reminded the Board that they are now following a biennial pattern, focusing on surveys conducted just before the storm season. He noted that aerial surveys were conducted in late June to assess current beach conditions and volume. Mr. Browder noted that with the assistance of the Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch, they have been monitoring beach scarps near Sea Dunes, Piper Dunes, Windsong, and Beach Walker that developed in late June or early July. He advised that no action is needed, as the scarps seem to be resolving on their own. Mr. Browder advised they’re in the process of finalizing a 2025 update to the Beach Maintenance and Monitoring Plan, which will be presented to the SAISSA board for eventual approval by the County Board of County Commissioners. He noted that this document is crucial for providing evidence to FEMA and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Mr. Browder noted they have met with FEMA representatives from the Environmental and Historic Preservation (EHP) group. The EHP group indicated they will handle the preparation of an Environmental Assessment. He advised that these plans would include your Dune Enhancement project and involve relocating the driving access from Lewis Street to Burney Park. Additionally, the plan may incorporate a walkover extension for public access, located just north of the retreat. Update on Leadership transition Mr. Cole mentioned that he plans to step down as leader in May of next year. Mr. Schmidt offered to volunteer but advised that he would not commit to the next step at this time.

3 It was moved by Ron Nelson, seconded by Anna Gower, that Eric Schmidt become Vice President effective immediately. Communication Committee Report Discussion: Ms. Axetell provided an update on recent communications regarding the SAISSA meeting. She advised that the President's Letter to be sent to all property owners in late October, will explain the capital and maintenance assessments appearing on November tax bills. She stated a similar letterwas provided in October 2024 and addressed the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, introduced a new SAISSA video, and announced the upcoming November 2024 Trustees meeting. Jacobs Oral Report Discussion: Mr. Jacobs discussed the upcoming hurricane season, highlighting the challenges faced by FEMA. He advised that the agency has reduced staff and funding for hurricane response in the state of Florida. He noted that the legislature has allocated $1.5 billion in state reserves for emergency situations. Other Business (Not on the Agenda) None. Adjournment There being no further business, President Cole called for the meeting to be adjourned. Terry Cole moved to adjourn the meeting, and the meeting was adjourned at 3:41 p.m.