The Beaches Reader

12/23/2025

Beaches Town Center Parking Update

The City of Neptune Beach operates the North Beaches Parking program at the Beaches Town Center. A new North Beaches parking program portal was established in December 2025, enabling residents who aren’t registered to register.

Important note for our residents: Atlantic Beach and Neptune Beach residents who have registered their vehicles previously are not required to re-register for a new permit or use a Kiosk, Mobile Pay, or QR Codes to take advantage of their 4 free hours of parking. Just park and go!

The Atlantic Beach side of the Beaches Town Center has about 65 public parking spaces. They are on Atlantic Boulevard (north side of Atlantic Boulevard from Third Street to the area closest to the beach); Ocean Boulevard (between Atlantic Boulevard and First Street); Ahern Street (between East Coast Drive and Ocean Boulevard); and the 100 block of First Street.

Pay-to-Park Hours: 11 a.m.-midnight every day
Rate: $2.50 per hour from 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.; $5 per hour from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Payment: Use the kiosks or scan the QR code on the signs on the Atlantic Beach side of Beaches Town Center.
Registered Atlantic Beach Resident Benefit: Four hours of free parking (no check-in needed)
No back-in parking allowed

For additional information about paid parking in the Beaches Town Center area, visit the North Beaches Parking Program website, email [email protected], or call (904) 566-9410.

For additional information from the City of Atlatintic Beach, visit www.coab.us/parking, email [email protected], or call (904) 247-5804.

About complimentary private parking: Valet parking at the Beaches Town Center is complimentary for customers of the following businesses, provided you get your ticket validated: Doro, Flying Iguana, Hawkers, Island Girl Cigar Bar, Mezza Luna, AB Kitchen, North Beach Fish Camp, Fig & Willow, Jax Surf & Paddle. For area visitors who do not receive validation from a business, the valet parking fee is typically $40. Private pay-to-park lots cost $3 an hour for the first three hours, then increase to $5 an hour. This information is subject to update.

http://www.coab.us/993/Parking

The City of Neptune Beach operates the North Beaches Parking program at the Beaches Town Center. A new North Beaches parking program portal was established in December 2025, enabling residents who aren’t registered to register.

12/23/2025

As of this afternoon, traffic patterns to and from Mayport Village have returned to normal. There are no longer any single lanes, street lights, or traffic cones obstructing the flow. All lanes are open, allowing for smooth vehicle movement. Thank you.

12/22/2025

SANTA!!!
🎅 Santa is visiting Joseph's Pizza in Atlantic Beach!

Come join us on Tuesday, December 23rd to get in your last minute Christmas wishes.

LIVE MUSIC, PIZZA SPECIALS, HOLIDAY CHEER🎄

Visit the website:

https://josephspizza.com/

12/21/2025

Joseph’s Pizza Atlantic Beach offers an instant “Parking Reward” to its customers.

Paid for parking? We’ve got you covered 😉

🚗 Get $5 from us! Just show your parking app
🍕Min. $10 spent - dine in or take out

12/16/2025

Assist the Mayport Waterfront Partnership in selecting a banner to be displayed on streetlight poles throughout Mayport Village in 2026.

The Mayport Waterfront Partnership has announced the five finalists in its banner design contest, which aims to showcase the history and character of Historic Mayport Village.

The contest invited artists to submit original banner designs reflecting Mayport’s heritage as a historic fishing village and working waterfront. Five designs were selected as finalists:

· “Cast Your Nets,” by Kristen Crews
· “Jennifer Ann,” by Kurtis Loftus
· “Mayport Banner,” by Nancy Jones
· “Mayport Nikes,” by Ralph Tiernan
· “The Jetties,” by Serena Bass

Community members may review the finalist designs and vote online beginning Monday, Dec. 15. The winning design will be reproduced and displayed on light pole banners along Ocean Street in Mayport Village.

To view the designs and cast your vote, scan the QR below or visit

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV0fy4GIjKDaxZXnW83gXOvBVB5qazsNp_xg_ULglY-aEvCg/viewform?usp=send_form


Voting will be open until Thursday, Dec. 31 at midnight EST. The winner will be announced in January.

12/15/2025

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12/11/2025

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12/11/2025

If you are looking for a job check out City of Atlantic Beach, Florida Government

📣 Join Our Team in Atlantic Beach! 🌴

We're excited to announce several Open Positions and are looking for talented individuals to join the City of Atlantic Beach team!

If you're ready for a rewarding career contributing to our beautiful community, check out these current openings: City Planner, Streets Maintenance Worker, Senior Wastewater Plant Operator, and Building Maintenance Technician.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

➡️ Visit our website for full job descriptions and to apply: www.coab.us/jobs

Don't forget to share this post with anyone you know who might be a great fit! We can't wait to hear from you.

12/10/2025