Atlantic Beach City Manager Kevin Hogencamp to Retire August 2027

Atlantic Beach City Manager Kevin Hogencamp will retire Aug. 14, 2027, his 65th birthday. Hogencamp notified the City Commission and municipal staff of his decision Oct. 5, 2026, providing nearly a year's notice. This early announcement allows the commission time for a comprehensive search for his successor and ensures continuity in city operations.

Hogencamp has served in executive leadership roles for Atlantic Beach since January 2017. His advance notice aims to give the City Commission ample time to recruit his replacement while maintaining momentum on city projects, including updates near Hanna Park and improvements in beach neighborhoods.

"By sharing this timeline well in advance, we are ensuring the City Commission has the necessary runway to recruit our next administrative leader, while allowing us to manage a smooth, structured transition without disrupting day-to-day operations or city services," Hogencamp stated.

Throughout his tenure, Hogencamp has emphasized transparency, fiscal responsibility and adherence to the city charter. Drawing on a background in journalism, he has advocated for administrative integrity and open government. Under his leadership, the city administration has advanced critical capital improvement projects, maintained strong fiscal discipline, enhanced transparency and upheld a high standard of professional service across municipal departments.

"Serving the residents of Atlantic Beach alongside our dedicated staff and City Commission has been an extraordinary honor," Hogencamp added. "Nothing changes regarding our day-to-day focus. Over the next 10 months, my priority remains clear: pushing our key municipal priorities forward, delivering essential infrastructure projects, and handing off a strong, financially sound, abundantly transparent, and stable organization to the next administration.”

The City Commission is expected to outline the timeline and process for recruiting the next City Manager in upcoming public meetings.