Agenda

1.

Call to Order.

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The Board of County Commissioners allows any person to speak regarding an item on the Agenda. The speaker is limited to three (3) minutes, unless otherwise determined by the Chairman, to allow sufficient time for all speakers. Speakers shall refrain from abusive or profane remarks, disruptive outbursts, protests, or other conduct which interferes with the orderly conduct of the meeting. Upon completion of the Public comment period, discussion is limited to Board members and questions raised by the Board.

2.

Invocation – Commissioner May.

3.

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

4.

Are there any items to be added to the agenda?

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the agenda as prepared (or duly amended).

5.

Commissioners’ Forum.

6.

Presentations - Certificate by Inger Alderfer, Senior Regional Director Northwest Florida, American Heart Association, to Escambia County Emergency Medical Services, signifying the Lifeline Gold EMS Recognition.

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Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action:

A. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Carol Martinez on her retirement and outstanding record of service to the public and expressing the Board's appreciation for her 19 years of faithful and dedicated service to the citizens of Escambia County and the State of Florida;

B. Adopt the Proclamation recognizing the Center for Independent Living Disability Resource Center (CILDRC) ADA Annual Awards and Volunteer Recognition Luncheon and commending the efforts of the CILDRC to raise awareness of the rights of persons with disabilities and those who support the goal and mission of the Americans with Disabilities Act;

C. Adopt the Proclamation commending Special Agent Matthew Infinger for his ability to work together for countless hours with other law enforcement personnel to manage a multi-agency, multi-state investigation from inception through arrest to bring justice for Naomi Jones;

D. Adopt the Proclamation commending Lead Investigator Michelle Wert for her ability to work together for countless hours with other law enforcement personnel to manage a multi-agency, multi-state investigation from inception through arrest to bring justice for Naomi Jones; and

E. Ratify the Proclamation dated July 3, 2017, recognizing and commending the “Blue Angels” for their dedication, leadership, and service to our community, our country, and the Armed Forces.

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Retirement Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the following retirement Proclamations:

A. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Donna Joyce Balsan, Jail Laundry Worker, Corrections Department, on 31 years of dedicated service;

B. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Brenda Lynette Barge, Jail Master Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, on 26 years of dedicated service;

C. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Alice Marie Hurst, Jail Senior Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, on 16 years of dedicated service; and

D. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Lake Stephens Mock, Jail Master Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, on 18 years of service.

9.

Did the Clerk’s Office receive the proofs of publication for the Public Hearing(s) on the agenda and the Board’s Weekly Meeting Schedule?

Recommendation: That the Board waive the reading of the legal advertisement(s) and accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the certified affidavit(s) establishing proof of publication for the Public Hearing(s) on the agenda, and the Board of County Commissioners – Escambia County, Florida, Meeting Schedule.

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5:31 p.m. Public Hearing to consider adopting an Ordinance amending the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, Volume 1, Chapter 10, Article I, Section 10-11, related to Dog Friendly Dining Establishments.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt an Ordinance amending the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, Volume 1, Chapter 10, Article I, Section 10-11, related to Dog Friendly Dining Establishments.

11.

Reports:

CLERK & COMPTROLLER'S REPORT

Backup Not Included With The Clerk's Report Is Available For Review In
The Office Of The Clerk To The Board
Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building, Suite 110

I. Consent Agenda

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Recommendation Concerning Documents Provided for Filing with the Board's Minutes

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the following documents provided to the Clerk to the Board's Office:

A. The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency Residential Rehab Grant Program Lien Agreement, approved by the Board on January 21, 2016, and recorded in Official Records Book 7724, Pages 935-936, for property located at 110 Jardine Road, A&B, Pensacola, Florida, owned by Frances J. Walsh; and

B. The State of Florida Department of Transportation Local Agency Program Agreement, for the construction of the Quietwater Beach Ferry Landing, approved by the Board on August 18, 2016.

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Recommendation Concerning Minutes and Reports Prepared by the Clerk to the Board's Office

That the Board take the following action concerning Minutes and Reports prepared by the Clerk to the Board's Office:

A. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Agenda Work Session held July 6, 2017; and

B. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held July 6, 2017.

GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT

I. Public Hearing

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5:45 p.m. - Cancellation of a Public Hearing Concerning the Conditional Use Determination and the Renewal of a Recycling Permit for an Asphalt/Concrete Crushing Recycling and Processing Facility located at 2390 Longleaf Drive, Pensacola, FL, Sunbelt Crushing, Inc.

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) cancel the 5:45 p.m., Public Hearing scheduled to review the Conditional Use Determination and the renewal of a Recycling Permit for an asphalt/concrete crushing recycling and processing facility located at 2390 Longleaf Drive, Pensacola, FL, owned by Sunbelt Crushing, Inc.

II. Consent Agenda

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Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of Public Hearings

That the Board authorize the scheduling of the following Public Hearings:

August 3, 2017

A. 5:51 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Brickton Pit

Summary: Review and approve, modify, or deny the request of a permit for an expansion of a land clearing debris borrow pit located at 8800 N Hwy 29.

B. 5:52 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Sunbelt Crushing, LLC Permit Renewal

Summary: Review and approve, modify, or deny the renewal of a permit for an existing concrete recycling facility located at 2390 Longleaf Drive.

C. 5:53 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA-2017-01 - Airport Zone Protection (second of two public hearings)

Summary: Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan addressing changes derived from F.S. 333 Airport Zoning, adopted; In July of 2016; The F. S., was amended to reflect changes in airport regulation, compatibility, permitting, and Department of Transportation requirements. Instead of having just the power to adopt airport zoning regulations, a political subdivision is now required to do so. The regulations include a permitting process for the construction or alteration of any obstruction. In addition to proposed construction, permitting also covers alterations to existing structures. Increased responsibility is given to political subdivisions to not only adopt, but also to administer and enforce airport land use compatibility. The prohibition of new landfills and restriction of existing landfills remains intact, but the technical definitions of the point of origin to begin distance measurements for the incompatibilities has been modified.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT

I. Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda

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Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Human Resources Department - Eric Kleinert, Human Resources Department Director

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the Human Resources Department, for property which is described and listed on the form, with the stated reason for disposition. The listed item has been found to be of no further usefulness to the County; thus, it is requested this item be disposed of properly.

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Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of a Public Hearing to Consider the Petition to Vacate a Portion of Unopened Right-of-Way on Anderson Street - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director.

That the Board take the following action regarding a Petition to Vacate a portion of unopened right of way on Anderson Street:

A. Authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing on August 17, 2017, at 5:31 p.m., to consider the vacation of a portion of Anderson Street (unopened right-of-way), as petitioned by Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy Centers, Inc.; and

B. Require the petitioner to notify all property owners within a 2,500-foot radius of the proposed vacation area.

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Recommendation Concerning Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes, June 22, 2017- Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the June 22, 2017, Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Meeting Minutes, prepared by Melanie Johnson, CRA Administrative Assistant.

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Recommendation Concerning the Interagency Information Sharing Agreement for Vendor Personnel with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office - Tamyra Jarvis, Director of Corrections

That the Board take the following action:

A. Approve the Interagency Information Sharing Agreement for Vendor Personnel with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office; and

B. Ratify the execution of the Agreement by Director, Tamyra Jarvis.

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Recommendation Concerning the Amended Conservation Easement for Perdido Landfill Section Five Expansion - Patrick T. Johnson, Waste Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Amended Conservation Easement for the Perdido Landfill Section Five Expansion:

A. Approve the Amended Conservation Easement between Escambia County and the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), for the Perdido Landfill Section Five Expansion, for the purpose of adding the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Permit information as a permanent reference and to ensure that USACE be party to any modification, alteration, release, or revocations of the conservation easement. This Amendment will allow the USACE to review and approve as necessary, any additional structures or activities that require approval and will ensure that future Escambia County officials have all the necessary information to make any decisions related to releasing the Conservation Easement;

B. Authorize the payment of incidental expenditures associated with the recording of the Amended Conservation Easement and any associated documents; and

C. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Amended Conservation Easement and any other documents associated with granting of the Amended Conservation Easement.

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Recommendation Concerning Escambia County Housing Finance Authority Reappointment - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board take the following action concerning a reappointment to the Escambia County Housing Finance Authority, as requested by Patricia D. Lott, Executive Director:

A. Waive the Board's Policy, Section I, Part B 1. (D), Appointment Policy and Procedures; and

B. Reappoint Steve Jernigan for another four-year term, effective August 1, 2017, through July 31, 2021.

Mr. Jernigan responded to the General Alert posted by Escambia County's Community and Media Relations Office on the County's website from June 19, 2017, to July 3, 2017, to seek residents interested in volunteering to be considered for an appointment on the Escambia County Housing Finance Authority. No other residents responded to the General Alert.

II. Budget/Finance Consent Agenda

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Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following July 18, 2017, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency(CRA), concerning the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements:

A. Approving the following seven Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements:

1. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Jane E. Thiesse, owner of residential property located at 419 Southeast Baublits Drive, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $2,185, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114,to install a new roof;

2. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Lori Cooper, owner of residential property located at 212 Brown Road, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $4,045, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, to install a new roof, install new windows, and storm shutter installation;

3. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Lynwood V., Jr., and Vicki A. Fletcher, owners of residential property located at 632 Lakewood Road, Barrancas Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $6,000, representing an in-kind match through the Barrancas Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370116, to install windows;

4. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Isobel Jacobs, owner of residential property located at 214 Payne Road, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $2,400, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, to install a new roof;

5. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Robert G. Handshumaker and Anna J. Erikson, owners of residential property located at 104 Brandywine Road, Barrancas Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $5,475, representing an in-kind match through the Barrancas Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370116, to install a new roof;

6. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Michelle A. Ray, owner of residential property located at 208 Henry Street, Barrancas Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $2,285, representing an in-kind match through the BarrancasTax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370116, to install a new roof;

7. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and William E., III, and Julie Grimsley, owners of residential property located at 1214 Wilson Avenue, Barrancas Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $4,163, representing an in-kind match through the BarrancasTax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370116, to install central heating and air conditioning; and

B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement the Grant awards.

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Recommendation Concerning Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for Property Located at 3960 Navy Boulevard - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following July 18, 2017, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for property located at 3960 Navy Boulevard:

A. Approving the Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Navy Park, LLC, owner of commercial property located at 3960 Navy Boulevard, Pensacola, Florida, in the Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $2,929, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, to install fencing; and

B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.

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Recommendation Concerning Amendment #1 to the SHIP Program Agreement with Northwest Florida Community Housing Development Corporation - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning Amendment #1 to the SHIP (State Housing Initiatives Partnership) Program Agreement with Northwest Florida Community Housing Development Corporation:

A. Approve Amendment #1 to the Escambia County SHIP Program Substantial Rehabilitation/Reconstruction Project Agreement Disaster Recovery Housing Program with the Northwest Florida Community Housing Development Corporation to extend the Contract end date through December 31, 2017; and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute the Agreement and all project-related documents as required to implement the project.

[Funding: Fund 120/2016 SHIP, Cost Center 370202]

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Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #167 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #167, Escambia Restricted Fund (101), in the amount of $6,000, to recognize reimbursements the County will be receiving from the Southeastern States Manhunt Field Trial Teams, and to appropriate these funds for related operational expenses.

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Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #168 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #168, Local Option Sales Tax Fund (352), in the amount of $140,000, to recognize proceeds from a Florida Department of Transportation Joint Project Agreement, and to appropriate these funds for the purchase of traffic signal controllers for approximately 38 different locations in Escambia/Santa Rosa Counties.

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Recommendation Concerning the Fiscal Year 2017/2018 Certification of Taxable Value - Stephan Hall, Budget Manger, Management and Budget Services

That the Board take the following action concerning the certification of millage rates and the scheduling of Public Hearings for the Fiscal Year 2017/2018 Budget:

A. Certify the millage rates for Fiscal Year 2017/2018 as follows:

County-wide Operating – 6.6165
Law Enforcement/Sheriff’s MSTU – .685
Library MSTU – .359

Once the millage rates listed above have been certified, the millage rate cannot be increased without re-first class noticing the public, the millage rates must be certified by August 4, 2017.

The millage rates for the County-wide Operating, Sheriff’s MSTU, and the Library MSTU are unchanged from the previous Fiscal Year 2016/2017;

B. Certify the proposed millage rates at 2.91% above the aggregate rolled back rate;

C. Affirm the Board’s intent to maintain the current revenue allocation rate at the 75.0% increment within the Community Redevelopment Agency Tax Increment Financing (CRA TIF) Districts for Fiscal Year 2017/2018;

D. Schedule a Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2017/2018 Budget for September 12, 2017, at 5:31 p.m., to be held in the Chambers of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, Florida, located on the first floor of the Ernie Lee Magaha Governmental Building, 221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, Florida; and

E. Schedule a Public Hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2017/2018 non-ad valorem special assessment roll at 5:32 p.m., on September 12, 2017, to be held in the Chambers of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, Florida, located on the first floor of the Ernie Lee Magaha Governmental Building, 221 Palafox Place, Pensacola Florida.

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Recommendation Concerning a Change Order in Excess of $50,000 to Aramark Corporation for Escambia County Jail Inmate Meals - Tamyra Jarvis, Corrections Department Director.

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order 1, in excess of $50,000, adding funds for Escambia County Jail inmate meals:

Department:	Corrections
Division:	Escambia County Jail
Type:	Addition
Amount:	$101,900
Vendor:	Aramark Correctional Services, LLC
PO:	170104
CO:	1
Original Award Amount:	$1,040,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through This CO:	$101,900
New PO Total:	$1,141,900

[Funding Source: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 290401, Object Code 53401]

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Recommendation Concerning an Agreement between Regarding the Housing of Adult Post-Adjudicatory Drug Court Participants at the Community Corrections Work Release Facility in Escambia County, Florida - Tamyra Jarvis, Corrections Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Professional Services Agreement for Adult Post-Adjuciatory Drug Court in Escambia County, Florida, between the First Judicial Circuit Court Administration and the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners regarding the housing of adult post-adjudicatory drug court participants at the Community Corrections Work Release Facility:

A. Approve the Agreement between First Judicial Circuit Court Administration and the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners for the housing of adult post-adjudicatory drug court participants at the Community Corrections Work Release Facility; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement.

[Funding: This Agreement is a Revenue Agreement related to Fund 114, Misdemeanor Probation, Revenue Account 349003]

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Recommendation Concerning Utilization of the First of Two Possible One-Year Extensions Provided for the Multiple Award Agreement for Corrections Department Laundry and Cleaning Supplies, PD 13-14.046 - Tamyra Jarvis, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve the utilization of the first of two possible one-year extensions provided for under Section 2 of the following Agreements covered by PD 13-14.046:

A. Agreement for Laundry and Cleaning Supplies PD 13-14.046 between Bob Barker Company, Inc., and Escambia County, Florida; and

B. Agreement for Laundry and Cleaning Supplies PD 13-14.046 between Charles Neely Corporation-PR Chemical & Paper Supply and Escambia County, Florida.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 290401]

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Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Drainage Easement for 750 Cooley Road - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the acceptance of a drainage easement from Christopher A. Shiver and Amanda D. Shiver for property located at 750 Cooley Road:

A. Accept the donation of a drainage easement, located at 750 Cooley Road, from Christopher A. Shiver and Amanda D. Shiver for drainage improvements;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps considering the property is being donated for governmental use for drainage improvements, and the County benefits from the acceptance of this property, which enhances the safety and well-being of the citizens of Escambia County;

C. Authorize the payment of incidental expenditures associated with the recording of the Drainage Easement document; and

D. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept the Drainage Easement as of the day of delivery to the Chairman or Vice Chairman, and authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to acknowledge the Board's acceptance at that time.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III, Account Code 210107/56101, Project #17EN3925]

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Recommendation Concerning a Change Order to Volkert, Inc., on Contract PD 02-03.79, Professional Services Contract - Construction, Engineering and Inspection Services for Coffee Creek Bridge - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order to Volkert, Inc., on Contract PD 02.03.79, Professional Services Contract - Construction, Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Services for the Coffee Creek Bridge:

Department:	Public Works
Division:	Engineering/Infrastructure
Type:	Addition
Amount:	$20,400
Vendor:	Volkert, Inc.
Project Name:	CEI Services for Coffee Creek Bridge
Contract:	PD 02-03.79 Professional Services
PO No.:	170872
CO No:	1
Original Award Amount:	$49,700
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders through this CO:	$20,400
New Contract Total:	$70,100