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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting – September 21, 2017 – 5:30 p.m.
Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building – First Floor
 
             
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 Underhill.
 
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. 12895   Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the Proclamation proclaiming October 1–7, 2017, as NATIONAL 4-H WEEK throughout Escambia County and encouraging all of our citizens to recognize the 4-H Organization for the significant impact it has made and continues to make by empowering youth with the skills they need to lead for a lifetime.
 
7.   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.
 
8. 12897   5:31 p.m. Public Hearing to Consider Adopting an Ordinance Creating Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 3, Section 90-180.5 of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances Related to the Historic Preservation Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Property Located at 105 West Jackson Street.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt an Ordinance creating Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 3, Section 90-180.5 of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances related to the Historic Preservation Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for property located at 105 West Jackson Street.
 
9. 12910   Committee of the Whole Recommendation.

Recommendation: That the Board support the Alternative Sanctioning Program developed by the Florida Department of Corrections, adopt the Prgoram, in principal, as long as it is not a budget burden, and forward it to the Public Safety Coordinating Council, with Board support, as recommended by the Committee of the Whole (C/W), at the September 14, 2017, C/W Workshop (C/W Item 5).
 
10.   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
 
1. 12862   Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of TDT Collection Data for the July 2017 Returns Received in August 2017

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Tourist Development Tax (TDT) Collections Data for the July 2017 returns received in the month of August 2017, as prepared by the Finance Department of the Clerk and Comptroller's Office; this is the eleventh month of collections for the Fiscal Year 2017; total collections for the month of July 2017 returns was $1,979,352.30; this is a 3.02% increase over the July 2016 returns; total collections year to date are 6.58% more than the comparable time frame in Fiscal Year 2016.
 
2. 12828   Recommendation Concerning Write-off of Return Checks and Accounts Receivables

That the Board adopt, and authorize the Chairman to sign, the Resolution authorizing the write-off of $2,345.50 of returned checks and accounts receivables in various funds of the County that have been determined to be uncollectible bad debts.
 
3. 12923   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 September 7, 2017;

B. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held September 7, 2017; and

C. Approve the Minutes of the First Public Hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2017/2018 County-wide Budget held September 12, 2017.
 
 
GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT
 
  I.  Action/Discussion Item
 
1. 12849   Recommendation Concerning a Hold Harmless Agreement for a Shore Protection Structure

That the Board review and approve a hold harmless agreement with Justin and Carrie Porter, for construction of a seawall at 5718 Grande Lagoon Boulevard, Parcel I.D. # 26-3S-31-2200-004-002. The agreement will serve to hold the county, its officers and employees harmless from any damages to persons or property that may result from authorized construction.
 
2. 12851   Recommendation Concerning a Hold Harmless Agreement for a Shore Protection Structure

That the Board review and approve a hold harmless agreement with Donald and Brenda Long, for construction of a seawall at 578 Windrose Circle, Parcel I.D. # 59-2S-30-2180-012-001. The agreement will serve to hold the county, its officers and employees harmless from any damages to persons or property that may result from authorized construction.
 
3. 12893   Recommendation Concerning an At-Large Appointment to the Planning Board

That the Board take the following action concerning a two-year, at-large appointment to the Escambia County Planning Board:

A. Appoint Andrew DeMartin effective September 21, 2017, through September 20, 2019;

OR

B. Appoint James Hunt effective September 21, 2017, through September 20, 2019;

OR

C. Appoint Jerry Siddall effective September 21, 2017, through September 20, 2019;

OR

D. Appoint Alan Gray effective September 21, 2017, through September 20, 2019;

OR

E. Appoint Keith Swilley effective September 21, 2017, through September 20, 2019.
 
4. 12911   Recommendation Concerning the Discussion of Family Conveyance

That the Board review, discuss and provide guidance to staff to address the Family Conveyance provisions in the LDC.
 
 
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
 
  I.   Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda
 
1. 12823   Recommendation Concerning the Florida Forest Service Annual Report, as Requested by Adam Parden of the Division of Forestry - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Florida Forest Service Annual Report to the Escambia County Board of Commissioners for Fiscal Year 2016-2017, submitted by Adam Parden, Forest Area Supervisor, Division of Forestry.
 
2. 12845   Recommendation Concerning Scheduling a Public Hearing Regarding the Fiscal Year 2017 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program: Local Solicitation - Derek Whidden, Grants Coordinator, Escambia County Sheriff's Office

That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing on October 5th, 2017, at 5:32 p.m., for the purpose of receiving public comments concerning the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, Fiscal Year 2017 Local Solicitation Project funding.
 
3. 12752   Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Public Safety Department - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the Public Safety Department, for property which is described and listed on the Form, with reason for disposition stated. The listed items have been found to be of no further usefulness to the County; thus, it is requested that they be auctioned as surplus or disposed of properly.
 
4. 12831   Recommendation Concerning Reappointments to the Building Services Department Inspections Fund Advisory Board (IFAB) - Tim Tolbert, Building Official/Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the reappointments to the Building Services Department Inspections Fund Advisory Board (IFAB):

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

B. Reappoint the following two members for a three-year term, effective October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2020;

1. Bobby B. Price, Jr., Builder, Bob Price, Jr. Builder, Inc.; and

2. William L. Merrill, P.E., Professional Engineer.
 
5. 12870   Recommendation Concerning Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for the Provision of Advanced Life Support Services in Escambia County, Florida - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity:

A. Approve the issuance of a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for provision of Advanced Life Support services in Escambia County, Florida, with noted limitations, to Shands Teaching Hospitals d/b/a UF Health ShandsCair, effective September 21, 2017, through December 31, 2018; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
 
6. 12805   Recommendation Concerning Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity for the Provision of Advanced Life Support and/or Basic Life Support Services in Escambia County, Florida - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity:

A. Approve the issuance of a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for provision of Advanced Life Support and/or Basic Life Support services in Escambia County, Florida, with noted limitations, to Atmore Ambulance, Inc., Escambia County Public Safety Department, Lifeguard Ambulance Service of Florida, LLC., Rocky Mountain Holdings, LLC., dba Air Methods Corporation, and Sacred Heart Children's Hospital, effective January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for each Agency.
 
7. 12879   Recommendation Concerning Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes, August 17, 2017- Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the August 17, 2017, Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Meeting Minutes, prepared by Melanie Johnson, CRA Administrative Assistant.
 
8. 12876   Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling and Advertising of a Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of the Oakfield Redevelopment Trust Fund Ordinance - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following September 21, 2017, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), authorizing the scheduling and advertising of a Public Hearing for Thursday, November 30, 2017, at 5:32 p.m., for consideration to adopt an Ordinance of Escambia County, Florida creating Volume I, Chapter 46, Article VI, Section 46-293, of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances relating to the establishment and funding for a Redevelopment Trust Fund pursuant to Section 163.387, Florida Statutes, for Oakfield Redevelopment District projects; providing for short title; providing for legislative findings; providing for definitions; providing for establishment of Redevelopment Trust Fund; providing for funding of Redevelopment Trust Fund; providing for disposition of monies upon expiration of the Fiscal Year; providing for independent audit; providing for severability; providing for inclusion in the code; providing for an effective date.
 
9. 12878   Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling and Advertising of a Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of the Oakfield Redevelopment Plan - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following September 21, 2017, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), authorizing the scheduling and advertising of a Public Hearing for Thursday, November 30, 2017, at 5:31 p.m., for consideration to adopt of the Oakfield Redevelopment Plan, as requested by the Community Redevelopment Agency.
 
10. 12613   Recommendation Concerning the Information Technology Use Agreement - Shawn Fletcher, Information Technology Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Information Technology Use Agreement (ITUA), which will be replacing the current Computer Equipment Usage Policy:

A. Rescind the Boards’ action of May 4, 2006, adopting a revised Computer Equipment Usage Policy, Section II B17 of the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners’ Policy Manual;

B. Adopt the Information Technology Use Agreement, which will set forth the policies and procedures with respect to Internet, Computer E-mail, and Information Resources and will give specific and general authority to the Escambia County Information Technology Department (IT); and

C. Appoint the Information Technology Department Director and the Human Resources Department Director to serve as the officials to facilitate adherence to the policies outlined in the Agreement.
 
11. 12890   Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Tax Collector's Office - Scott Lunsford, CPM, CFC, Tax Collector

That the Board approve the three Request for Disposition of Property Forms for the Tax Collector's Office. The Request Forms have been signed by all applicable authorities.
 
12. 12909   Recommendation Concerning the Limited Waiver of the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for a Fireworks Display for a Wedding Reception at the Portofino Island Resort on Pensacola Beach on September 30, 2017 - Tim Tolbert, Building Official/Department Director

That the Board review and approve the "Special Event Permit Application" for a limited waiver of the noise restrictions imposed by the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance regarding Pensacola Beach, allowing the number of sound decibels to exceed 65 dbA (when measured by a sound level meter at or within the property boundary of the receiving land use), for a fireworks display at a wedding reception to be held at Portofino Island Resort and launched from a floating platform near the Portofino Pier on Pensacola Beach, on Saturday, September 30, 2017, from 9:45 p.m., to 9:55 p.m.
 
13. 12902   Recommendation Concerning Execution of Certification of Consistency with the Consolidated Plan Forms for Continuum of Care Application - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board authorize the County Administrator to sign Certification of Consistency with the Consolidated Plan Forms for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (COC) applications for homeless housing, planning and service projects by the EscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless (ECOH).
 
14. 12833   Recommendation Concerning Scheduling a Public Hearing for the Fiscal Year 2017 Proposed Grant Application for Mass Transit Projects - Mike Crittenden, Mass Transit Department Director

That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing for 5:31 p.m., on October 5, 2017, for the purpose of receiving comments from the general public concerning the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 proposed Grant Application by Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT), for Mass Transit Projects for Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Section 5307 Funds, Operating and Capital.
 
15. 12898   Recommendation Concerning Authorization for Access and Signature for the Transit Award Management System - Mike Crittenden, Mass Transit Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Transit Award Management System (TrAMS) Memo:

A. Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Designation of Signature Authority for the TrAMS memo; and

B. Authorize the Mass Transit Director to obtain a Personal Identification Number (PIN) so that the Director may, on behalf of Escambia County, Florida, file and execute applications and documents required for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Grants.
 
16. 12918   Recommendation Concerning a Reappointment to the Merit System Protection Board - Eric Kleinert, Human Resources Department Director

That the Board approve the reappointment of Reverend Gene Hudson to the Board of County Commissioners’ seat on the Merit System Protection Board, to serve a two-year term, effective October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2019.

Escambia County's Community & Media Relations Office posted a General Alert on the County's website from August 11, 2017, to August 25, 2017, to announce that the Board of County Commissioners was seeking Escambia County residents interested in volunteering to be considered for an appointment to the MSPB. Reverend Hudson's Resume is the only Resume that was received for consideration.
 
  II.  Budget/Finance Consent Agenda
 
1. 12869   Recommendation Concerning the Write-Off of Accounts Receivable Recorded in the Emergency Medical Service Fund as Uncollectible Bad Debts - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution authorizing the write-off of $3,534,483.21, in Accounts Receivable that have been recorded in the Emergency Medical Service Fund of Escambia County and have been determined to be uncollectible bad debts.

This Resolution allows an accounting transaction to be recorded and in no way should be construed to be a forgiveness of debt. This Resolution includes write-offs from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Ambulance Billings for the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2016-2017 for 7,620 accounts that have been through all phases of the billing and collection cycles, to include all primary and secondary insurance filing, private pay processing pre-collection letter(s), and/or referral to the secondary collection agency.
 
2. 12819   Recommendation Concerning Fiscal Year 2017/2018 Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000 for the Public Safety Department - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board approve the issuance of blanket and/or individual Purchase Orders in excess of $50,000, based upon previously-awarded Contracts, Contractual Agreements, or annual requirements, as provided, for the Public Safety Department, for Fiscal Year 2017/2018.
 
3. 12857   Recommendation Concerning a Change Order to Ward International Trucks, LLC, for the Public Safety Department's Ambulance Fleet Repair and Maintenance - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order Number 2, adding funds for the repair and maintenance of the Public Safety Department's ambulance fleet through the balance of the Fiscal Year:

Department: Public Safety
Division: Emergency Medical Services
Type: Addition
Amount: $50,000
Vendor: Ward International Trucks, LLC
Project Name: N/A
Contract: N/A
Purchase Order #: 170564
Change Order #: 2
Original Award Amount: $49,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders through this CO: $301,000
New PO Total: $350,000

[Funding Source: Fund 408, Emergency Medical Services Fund, Cost Center 330302, EMS Operations]
 
4. 12871   Recommendation Concerning the Employee Assistance Program - Eric Kleinert - Human Resources Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Employee Assistance Program (PD 16-17.049):

A. Approve, subject to Legal review and sign-off, the award of a Contract to Behavioral Health Services, Inc., for the County's Employee Assistance Program (PD 15-16.049), effective October 1, 2017, for a period of 39 months based on current enrollment, for all eligible employees and their dependents. The Agreement allows for all eligible members to receive three free visits per calendar year, training for supervisors, and a supervisor referral process; and

B. Authorize the County Administrator to sign, subject to Legal review and sign-off, an Agreement for Employee Assistance Program Services between Behavioral Health Services, Inc., and Escambia County (the Agreement is being reviewed and will be signed after the approval by the Board).

THE AGREEMENT WILL BE DISTRIBUTED UNDER SEPARATE COVER.

[Funding Source: Fund 501, Internal Service Fund, Cost Center 150106, Object Code 53401]
 
5. 12881   Recommendation Concerning CRA Safe Neighborhood Areas Street Lighting Project Contracts - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following September 21, 2017, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Safe Neighborhood Areas Street Lighting Project Contracts:

A. Approving the Gulf Power Company Contract for Street and General Area Lighting Service Rate Schedule within the Carriage Hills & Creekside Oaks Safe Neighborhood Area for $41,513.56;

B. Approving the Gulf Power Company Contract for Street and General Area Lighting Service Rate Schedule within the Wedgewood & Rolling Hills Safe Neighborhood Area for $175,764;

C. Approving the Gulf Power Company Contract for Street and General Area Lighting Service Rate Schedule within the Avondale Safe Neighborhood Area for $13,211.68;

D. Approving the Gulf Power Company Contract for Street and General Area Lighting Service Rate Schedule within the Lincoln Park & Detroit Boulevard Safe Neighborhood Area for $19,842.76;

E. Approving the Gulf Power Company Contract for Street and General Area Lighting Service Rate Schedule within the Cantonment Phase 2 Safe Neighborhood Area for $98,062.56; and

F. Authorizing the Chairman or Vice Chairman to sign the Contracts.

[Funding: Fund 101, Safe Neighborhood Program, Cost Center 370104]
 
6. 12888   Recommendation Concerning the Cancellation of Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following September 21, 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 cancellation of the Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens:

A. Approving the following cancellations of eight Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens, as the Grant recipients have met their one-year of compliance with the Residential Grant Program:
Property Owners Address Amount
Charles H., Jr. and Elizabeth J. Wimberly 8 Rowland Court $6,000
Peggy S. Helms 115 Southeast Kalash Road $1,365
Catherine R. Belk 416 Greve Road $1,525
Angelina Stallworth 803 Massachusetts Avenue $3,647
Sarah Conner 808 Lucerne Avenue $2,367
Alice M. Ripley 4 Northwest Kalash Road $1,200
Robert E. Wailes, Jr. and Linda L. Wailes 217 Bryant Road $1,792
Linda L. Suermann 3 Northwest Kalash Road $1,575

B. Authorizing the Chairman to execute the Cancellation of Lien documents.
 
7. 12887   Recommendation Concerning Commercial Sign Grant Program Funding Agreement - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood and Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following September 21, 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 Commercial Sign Grant Program Funding Agreement for the property located at 211 East Nine Mile Road:

A. Approving the Commercial Sign Grant Program Funding Agreement between Escambia County CRA and Frauenshuh Hospitality Group of FL, LLC, owner of commercial property located at 211 East Nine Mile Road, Pensacola, Florida, in the Ensley Redevelopment District, in the amount of $2,000, representing an in-kind match through the Ensley Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370119, and/or Neighborhood Enterprise Division (NED) 2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Fund 129, Cost Center 370218, to install a new sign; and

B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding Agreement and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.
 
8. 12884   Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements – Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following September 21, 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 eight Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements:

A. Approving the following eight Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements:
  1. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Geoffrey M. Brown, owner of residential property located at 26 Kennington Drive, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $1,995, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, to replace roof;

  2. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Susan A. Burroughs, owner of residential property located at 214 Bill Place, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $1,950, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, to replace roof;

  3. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Ryan W. Gerke and Britney G. Hirras, owners of residential property located at 4 Greve Court, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $1,815, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, for sanitary sewer connections;

  4. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Gloria Gilbert, owner of residential property located at 109 South Jamaica Street, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $2,348, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, to install new windows;

  5. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and John T. Harp, owner of residential property located at 1103 North Old Corry Field Road, Brownsville Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $5,036, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370113, to install new windows and storm shutter installation;

  6. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Cheryl J. Holbert, owner of residential property located at 208 West Sunset Avenue, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $1,760, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, for sanitary sewer connections;

  7. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Richard B. Page, owner of residential property located at 307 South First Street, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $3,588 representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, to replace roof; and

  8. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Glen C. Sefcik, owner of residential property located at 307 Lakewood Road, Barrancas Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $4,537, representing an in-kind match through the Barrancas Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370116, to replace roof; and
 
9. 12489   Recommendation Concerning Food Service Supplies for the Escambia County Road Prison - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Indefinite Quantity, Indefinite Delivery Agreements between Escambia County, Florida, and Sysco Gulf Coast, Inc., and between Escambia County and The Merchants Company, Inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 16-17.024, Food Service Supplies for the Escambia County Road Prison, based on pricing provided by each firm.

[Funding: Fund 175, Transportation Trust Fund, Cost Center 290202, Road Prison Care and Custody, Object Code 55201, Operating Supplies]
 
10. 12853   Recommendation Concerning the Contract Award for Beach Haven NE Phase I CEI - Paul Nobles, Office of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida and Mott MacDonald Florida, LLC, per the terms and conditions of PD 16-17.053, Beach Haven NE Phase I CEI, for a lump sum amount of $574,908.73.

[Funding: Fund 352 LOST III, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Project # 08EN0272]
 
11. 12792   Recommendation Concerning Approval of the State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement - Todd Humble, Library Services Department Director

That the Board approve the Florida Department of State, Division of Library and Information Services, State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement between the State of Florida, Department of State, and Escambia County Board of Commissioners (BCC), for and on behalf of West Florida Public Libraries:

A. Approve the State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement between the State of Florida, Department of State and Escambia County Board of Commissioners (BCC), for and on behalf of West Florida Public Library System;

B. Authorize the Chairman of the BCC to sign the Agreement with Section (37) Mandated Conditions, that "This Agreement shall be construed, performed and enforced in all respects in accordance with the laws and rules of Florida. Venue or location for any legal action arising under this Agreement will be in Leon County, Florida.";

C. Authorize the Chair of the West Florida Public Libraries Board of Governance to sign the Agreement; and

D. Authorize the Clerk of the Court to sign the Agreement.

[Funding: The State Aid to Libraries Program provides annual funding to eligible recipients for the operation and maintenance of public libraries. The funds will be included in the Fiscal Year 2017/2018 Annual Budget for the West Florida Public Libraries when received. Fiscal Year 2017/2018 Estimated Grants Appropriation to benefit Escambia County is estimated to be $145,431]
 
12. 12811   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #211 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #211, Local Option Sales Tax Fund (352), in the amount of $500,000, to recognize a Grant from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), and to appropriate these funds to provide financial assistance for the Escambia County Innerarity Water and Sewer Upgrade Project.
 
13. 12840   Recommendation Concerning Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000 for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 for Various Divisions of the Corrections Department - Tammy Jarvis, Corrections Department Director

That the Board, for Fiscal Year 2017-2018, approve the issuance of blanket and/or individual purchase orders in excess of $50,000, as provided, based upon previously-awarded contracts, contractual agreements, annual requirements, or bids in process for the various divisions of the Corrections Department.
 
14. 12863   Recommendation Concerning Utilization of the Second of Two Possible One-Year Extensions Providing for Part-Time Physician Services With Dr. George A. Smith, M.D. - Tammy Jarvis, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve the utilization of the second of two possible one-year extensions provided for under Section 2 of the Agreement for Physician Services with Dr. George A. Smith, M.D., for part-time physician services.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 290402]
 
15. 12841   Recommendation Concerning Utilization of the First of Two Possible One-Year Extensions Provided for in the Agreement Relating to Inmate Phone Services for the Escambia County Jail, PD 13-14.064 - Tammy 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 Agreement relating to Inmate Phone Services for the Escambia County Jail covered by PD 13-14.064.

[Funding: This is a revenue Agreement benefiting the Jail's Inmate Welfare Fund, Fund 111]
 
16. 12842   Recommendation Concerning Utilization of the Second of Two Possible One-Year Extensions Provided for in the Agreement for Chaplain Services with New Vision Worship Center of Northwest Florida, Inc. - Tammy Jarvis, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve the utilization of the second of two possible one-year extensions provided for under Section 2 of the Agreement for Chaplain Services with New Vision Worship Center of Northwest Florida, Inc.

[Funding: Fund 111, Detention/Jail Commissary, Cost Center 290406]
 
17. 12864   Recommendation Concerning Utilization of the Second of Two Possible One-Year Extensions Provided for in the Agreements Related to the Inmate Haircare Services at the Escambia County Jail - Tammy Jarvis, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve the utilization of the second of two possible one-year extensions provided for under Section 2 of the following Agreements for inmate haircare services at the Escambia County Jail:

A. Agreement for Barbering Services between Leron Burnett and Escambia County, Florida, Board approved September 5, 2013;

B. Agreement for Services between Velma Cannon and Escambia County, Florida, Board approved September 5, 2013; and

C. Agreement for Services between Yvonne Pelzer and Escambia County, Florida, Board approved September 5, 2013.

[Funding: Fund 111, Detention/Jail Commissary, Cost Center 290406]
 
18. 12875   Recommendation Concerning the Fourth Amendment to the Agreement for Inmate Food Service PD 13-14.065 - Tammy Jarvis, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign, the Fourth Amendment to Agreement for Inmate Food Service PD 13-14.065, between Escambia County, Florida, and Aramark Correctional Services, LLC, which provides the food service for the Escambia County Jail and the Escambia County Work Release Facility. The Amendment increases the price per meal by $0.018 effective October 1, 2017, and will bring the total price per meal from $0.8234 to $0.8414 for both the Escambia County Jail and the Escambia County Work Release Facility.

[Funding is available to cover this increased cost in General Fund 001, Detention Cost Center 290401, Object Code 53401; and Misdemeanor Probation Fund 114, Residential Probation Cost Center 290305, Object Code 53401]
 
19. 12877   Recommendation Concerning the City of Pensacola's Request for Third Draw of Interlocal Agreement Concerning VT Mobile Aerospace Engineering - Amy Lovoy, Assistant County Administrator

That the Board approve the third draw request from the City of Pensacola, in the amount of $2,000,000, per the Interlocal Agreement between Escambia County and the City of Pensacola for the VT Mobile Aerospace Engineering Project. The Board approved the Interlocal Agreement on March 6, 2014, with a commitment of $8,000,000, from Escambia County towards the project.

[Funding Source: Fund 352, Local Option Sales Tax III, Cost Center 110267 - $2,000,000]
 
20. 12686   Recommendation Concerning a Speed Limit Reduction for Trellis Lane, Natherly Drive, and Massena Drive - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the filing of traffic restrictions - speed reduction - per the requirements of Ordinance Number 2003-26, which authorizes the County Engineer to place restrictions on the movement of traffic on County roadways and streets:

A. Adopt the Resolution establishing the speed limit for the reduction in speed on Trellis Lane, Natherly Drive, and Massena Drive, from 30 miles per hour to 25 miles per hour; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolution.

[Funding: Fund 175, Transportation Trust Fund, Cost Center 211201, Object Code 53401, for Sign Installations]

These roads are located in District 1, and the Commissioner's Office has been notified.
 
21. 12632   Recommendation Concerning the Innerarity Island Development Corporation Water System - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action:

A. Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement Between Escambia County, Florida, and Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) Relating to a Potable Water System Improvement Project on Innerarity Island;

B. Approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order to Emerald Coast Utilities Authority; and

Department: Public Works
Division: Transportation and Traffic
Type: Addition
Amount: $230,000
Vendor: Emerald Coast Utilities Authority
Project Name: IIDC Water System
Contract: N/A
PO#: 171024
CO#: 1
Original Contract Award: $580,000.00
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through this CO: $230,000.00
New Contract Amount: $810,000.00

C. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to sign the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Agreement Number S0878, Escambia County, Amendment Number 2, which includes the following changes:

1. Task 1 Design and Permitting is being changed from $45,000 to $223,800, which is based on actual expenses and Change Order for water system and inclusion of sewer design;

2. Task 2 Construction is being changed from $758,000 to $844,495, which is based on the completed design, Change Order and owner-directed purchase, and remaining additional funds from $500,000 award to be used for water and sewer construction;

3. Task 3 Administration, Operation, and Repair of Water and Wastewater System is being changed from $180,000 to $166,000, which is based on historical charges by the City of Gulf Breeze and with the understanding that the City of Gulf Breeze will operate and maintain the system through January 2019;

4. Task 4 Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) Services is being changed from $17,000 to $108,520 for actual expenses, Change Order, and future sewer construction engineering inspections; and

5. Task 5 Equipment Purchase was added in the amount of $157,185 for the purchase of sewer-related items.

[Funding Source: Fund 352, LOST III - IIDC Water and Sewer Project, Cost Center 110211, Object Code 56301, Project #16PF3502. This cost center will be increased from $1,000,000 to $1,500,000 through a Supplemental Budget Amendment at the September 21, 2017, BCC meeting]
 
22. 12850   Recommendation Concerning a Change Order to BKW, Inc., for the Shadow Grove Subdivision Drainage Improvements Project - 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 BKW, Inc. for the Shadow Grove Subdivision Drainage Improvement Project:

Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering/Infrastructure Division
Type: Addition
Amount: $1,314,800.88
Vendor: BKW, Inc.
Project Name: Shadow Grove Subdivision Drainage Improvements
Contract: PD 15-16.099
PO#: 170793
CO#: 2
Original Contract Award: $1,071,051.81
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through this CO: $1,348,902.70
New Contract Total: $2,419,954.51

[Funding Source: Fund 112, “Disaster Recovery Fund," Cost Center 330493, Object Code 54612/56301, Project #ESDPW09]
 
23. 12768   Recommendation Concerning Extensions of Contracts with Gulf Coast Traffic Engineers for Traffic Related Services - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action:

A. Approve the Amendment to Contract (PD 13-14.084 - Install, Refurbish, and Removal of Pavement Markings and Associated Items) with Gulf Coast Traffic Engineers, Inc., per the contract terms for a period of six months;

B. Approve the Amendment to Contract (PD 13-14.085 - Install, Furnish, and Removal of Signs) with Gulf Coast Traffic Engineers, Inc., per the contract terms for a period of six months; and

C. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Amendments and any future documentation related to such, subject to legal sign-off.

[Funding source: Funds are available in Fund 175, Transportation, Trust Fund, Cost Center 211201, Object Code 53101, Professional Services]
 
24. 12770   Recommendation Concerning the Renewal of Contracts between Escambia County, Florida and Ingram Signalization, Inc. - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action:

A. Review and approve the renewal for Contract PD 15-16.088 (Traffic Signal Response and Maintenance) with Ingram Signalization, Inc., for 12 months;

B. Review and approve the renewal for Contract PD 15-16.089 (Street and Navigation Lighting Maintenance and Repair) with Ingram Signalization, Inc., for 12 months;

C. Review and approve the renewal for Contract PD 15-16.090 (Traffic Signal Construction) with Ingram Signalization, Inc., for 12 months; and

D. Authorize the Chairman to sign any documentation necessary to permit the 12-month Contract renewals.

[Funding source: Fund 167/175, Bob Sikes/Transportation Trust Fund, Cost Center 140302/211201, Object Code 54601/546901]
 
25. 12820   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Drainage Easement for the Rebel Road Drainage Project - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the acceptance of a Drainage Easement from D.R. Horton, Inc., for the Rebel Road Drainage Project:

A. Accept the donation of a drainage easement located at the end of Oak Haven Road, from D.R. Horton, Inc.;

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: Funds for incidental expenses associated with the recording of documents are available in an Engineering Escrow Account accessed by Escambia County Clerk's Office]
 
26. 12562   Recommendation Concerning the Issuance of Fiscal Year 2017/2018 Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000, for the Facilities Management Department - Robert E. Dye, Facilities Management Interim Department Director

That the Board, for the Fiscal Year 2017/2018, approve the issuance of blanket and/or individual Purchase Orders in excess of $50,000, based upon previously-awarded Contracts, Contractual Agreements or annual requirements for the Facilities Management Department, as follows:

Vendor/Contractor Amount Contract Number
A. Blue Arbor, Inc.
Vendor Number: 023818
Temporary Labor Services

Fund: 001 (General)
Cost Center: 310202 (Facilities Management/Custodial)
Amount: $135,000		 $135,000 PD 14-15.041
B. Engineered Cooling Services, Inc.
Vendor Number: 051168
Central Energy Plant Maintenance

Fund: 001 (General)
Cost Center: 310203 (Facilities Management/Maintenance)
Amount: $110,040

Fund: 113 (Library)
Cost Center: 110502 (Library/Maintenance)
Amount: $10,200		 $120,240 PD 13-14.058
C. Panhandle Humbaugh Elevators, Inc.
Vendor Number: 160125
Elevator Maintenance

Fund: 001 (General)
Cost Center: 310203 (Facilities Management/Maintenance)
Amount: $58,000

Fund: 113 (Library)
Cost Center: 110502 (Library/Maintenance)
Amount: $7,000		 $65,000 PD 12-13.056
 
27. 12892   Recommendation Concerning ACE Privacy Protection® Privacy & Network Liability Insurance - Robert Dye, Manager, Risk Management Office

That the Board approve the payment to USI Insurance Services, LLC, in the amount of $23,049, for Privacy and Network Liability insurance, written through New Markets Insurance Agency, as representative for Illinois Union Insurance Company, for the period of October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2018.

[Funding: Fund 501, Internal Service, Cost Center 140835, Object Code 54501]
 
28. 12894   Recommendation Concerning Contract Award for Jackson Creek Floodplain Restoration and Expansion - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and Volkert, Inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 16-17.044, Jackson Creek Floodplain Restoration and Expansion Project, for a lump sum of $123,430.04, and optional services of $115,118.83, for a maximum total of $238,548.87.

[Funding: Fund 118, Gulf Restoration Fund, Cost Center 222002, NFWF #45901 Bayou Chico Grant]
 
29. 12900   Recommendation Concerning General Liability, and Professional (Medical Malpractice) Insurance for the Jail - Robert Dye, Manager, Risk Management Office

That the Board take the following action concerning insurance for the Escambia County Jail:

A. Approve the payment to USI Insurance Services, LLC, for the combined General Liability - Professional Criminal Justice Service Operations Insurance Policy, written through AB Risk (Wholesale Broker) and issued by Brit Global Specialty USA, effective October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2018, in the amount of $513,870, with a $100,000 deductible; and

B. Approve the payment to USI Insurance Services, LLC, for the Professional Liability (Medical Malpractice) Insurance Policy, written through AB Risk (Wholesale Broker) and issued through Pro-Praxis Insurance and underwritten by Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s, effective October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2018, in the amount of $69,335, with a $50,000 deductible until an inner aggregate limit of $105,000 is reached at which time the deductible is $15,000.

[Funding: Fund 501, Internal Service, Cost Center 140835, Object Code 54501]
 
30. 12908   Recommendation Concerning the Provision of Security Services at the Entrances of the M.C. Blanchard Judicial Center and the Theodore F. Bruno Juvenile Justice Center - Will Moore, Chief Deputy Court Administrator, Court Administration

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign, subject to Legal sign-off, the Agreement for Security Officer Services between Escambia County, Florida, and Dynamic Security, Services, Inc., for Security Officer Services at the entrances for the following locations: the M.C. Blanchard Judicial Center and the Theodore F. Bruno Juvenile Justice Center.

[Funding: Fund 115, Court Security Article V, Cost Center 410505, Object Code 53401, Other Contractual Services]
 
31. 12912   Recommendation Concerning Amendment of Agreement, PD 15-16.039, Insurance Brokerage Services - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manger, Office of Purchasing

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the Amendment of Agreement for Insurance Brokerage Services (PD 15-16.039) between Escambia County, Florida, and USI Insurance Services, LLC, providing for an adjustment of the Consultant's annual fee from $90,000 to $130,000 annually.

[Funding: Fund 501, Internal Services Fund, Cost Center 140835, Object Code 54501]
 
32. 12916   Recommendation Concerning General Lines Insurance Agent (PD 15-16.039) - Robert Dye, Manager, Risk Management Office

That the Board approve the payment to USI Insurance Services, LLC, in the amount of $130,000, in accordance with PD 15-16.039, General Lines Insurance Agent, as amended, for the period of October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2018.

[Funding: Fund 501, Internal Service, Cost Center 140835, Object Code 54501]
 
33. 12915   Recommendation Concerning the Issuance of Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Purchase Orders, in Excess of $50,000, for the Mass Transit Department - Mike Crittenden, Mass Transit Department Director.

That the Board approve the issuance of blanket and/or individual Purchase Orders, in excess on $50,000 for the Fiscal Year 2017-2018, based upon previously-awarded contracts, contractual agreements, or annual requirements, as provided, for the Mass Transit Department.

The issuance of these Purchase Orders during the first week of October 2017 is necessary to ensure continuity of services traditionally provided by the Board of County Commissioners to the citizens of Escambia County.
 
34. 12921   Recommendation Concerning the Emergency Contract between the Florida Department of Transportation and Escambia County Board of County Commissioners [Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT)] to Provide Emergency Transportation/Evacuation Assistance during Hurricane Irma - Mike Crittenden, Mass Transit Department Director

That the Board approve the Emergency Contract (H-Contract) between the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and Escambia County Board of County Commissioners [Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT)] to provide Emergency Transportation/Evacuation Assistance during Hurricane Irma and authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement.
 
35. 12927   Recommendation Concerning the Approval of the Proposed Organizational Chart for Escambia County Area Transit - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board approve the proposed Organizational Chart for Escambia County Area Transit and establish the positions in the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Budget.

[Funding: Fund 104, Mass Transit, Operations Cost Center 211210, Pensacola Beach Trolley 211211, UWF Trolley 211212]
 
  III. For Discussion
 
1. 12906   Recommendation Concerning Authorization for the Acquisition of Property Located at 3201 West Navy Boulevard - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action:

A. Accept the counteroffer for the property located at 3201 West Navy Boulevard for $930,000, which is the approved offer amount, less $50,000 toward the cost to cure environmental issues; and

B. Authorize staff to draft the Contract for Sale and Purchase for the acquisition of real property located at 3201 West Navy Boulevard and bring the executed Contract to the Board for final approval.

[Funding Source: Fund 352, Local Option Sales Tax III, Cost Center 110267, Project 17PF3753]
 
2. 12834   Recommendation Concerning the Longleaf Drive Roadway Widening Project, from State Road 297 (Pine Forest Road) to Kemp Road - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board consider the Longleaf Drive Roadway Widening Project, from State Road 297 (Pine Forest Road) to Kemp Road, as a County (local) Project for future project management and administration and construction.

[Funding source: Funds for this project are available in Fund 352, "LOST III," Cost Center 210107, Project #08EN0078, in the amount of $13,912,856.49]
 
3. 12891   Recommendation Concerning Workers’ Compensation Insurance Renewal - Robert Dye, Manager, Risk Management Office

That the Board approve one of the following options concerning the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Renewal:

A. Approve the payment to the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust for the Workers’ Compensation Insurance renewal for Escambia County, effective October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2018, in the amount of $939,360 with a $100,000 per occurrence deductible; or

B. Approve the payment to the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust for the Workers’ Compensation Insurance renewal for Escambia County, effective October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2018, in the amount of $1,911,259 with a $25,000 per occurrence deductible.

[Funding: Fund 501, Internal Service, Cost Center 140834, Object Code 54501]
 
4. 12926   Recommendation Concerning Approving a Design Change Order at no Cost to the County for OLF-X Phase II Changes Based on the Proposed Alternative Resolution, as Provided by Baskerville-Donovan, Inc. - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign a Design Change Order at no cost to the County for OLF-X Phase II Airfield Design Drawings and Specifications Changes, based on the following proposed alternative resolution, as provided by Baskerville-Donovan, Inc.:

A. Baskerville-Donovan, Inc., will provide the Phase II Airfield design revisions and updates as outlined in Exhibit "H" at no cost to the County;

B. The Board agrees to rescind its action for payment from Baskerville-Donovan, Inc., in the amount of $462,658.92, as outlined in the letter dated June 23, 3017;

C. The Board will allow Baskerville-Donovan, Inc., direct or indirect communication with the Navy to provide clarity regarding the design changes and updates listed in Exhibit "H";

D. Baskerville-Donovan, Inc., will not be held responsible for the Phase I Contractor's demobilization resulting in his inability to complete the project on-time, which may result in further damages, potential delays regarding a Land Swap with the Navy and County or impacts on any agreements for subsurface mineral rights associated with the project completion; and

E. Baskerville-Donovan, Inc., will maintain the Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) services in their current contract for all Phases of OLF-X.
 
5. 12928   Recommendation Concerning - Approval of an Implementing Agreement between the ATU Local 1395 and Escambia County – Amy Lovoy, Assistant County Administrator

That the Board approve, subject to legal sign-off, the Implementing Agreement between the ATU Local 1395 and Escambia County that does the following:
  • The County will employ all employees in the bargaining unit represented by ATU Local 1395 at ECAT in a temporary status for a period not to exceed 6 months.
  • The County will voluntarily recognize ATU Local 1395 as the exclusive collective bargaining representative for all these employees, and the ATU Local 1395 will take all necessary steps to become certified with the Florida Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC).
  • The County will act in good faith to establish a private nonprofit corporation for the employment of these employees such that these employees will be covered by the National Labor Relations Act.
  • The County will employee those represented by the ATU Local 1395 under the same terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between First Transit and the ATU Local 1395 with the following exceptions
    • Said employees shall not have the right to strike during this temporary employment.
    • Said employees shall be covered under the County’s existing health, dental, vision and life insurance plans at the same rates paid by all other County employees.
    • These Employees will be covered under the County’s Worker’s Compensation Plan.
    • The County will make contributions to the ATU Local 1395’s 457 plan at the same contribution rates as provided in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
    • If the County wishes to receive federal funding under the Urban Mass Transportation Act, the County will agree to be bound by the existing Section 13c agreement, and the ATU Local 1395 does not agree to waive any of their rights under the Section 13c Agreement.
    • Both parties agree to hold transitional meetings monthly to discuss the progress on the creation of the nonprofit corporation.
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COUNTY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
 
  I.   For Action
 
1. 12855   Recommendation Concerning Approval of Settlement of the Administrative Claim of the Estate of Cedrick Lee Henderson

That the Board take the following action:

A. Approve a settlement payment of $225,000.00 to Denise Palmer, Personal Representative of the Estate of Cedrick Lee Henderson, in exchange for the execution of a mediated settlement agreement and general release, with the first $107,500 to be paid by the County per applicable deductibles and the remainder to be paid by insurance proceeds; and

B. Ratify and approve the terms and conditions of the mediated settlement agreement and general release.
[Funding: Internal Service, 501 Fund have been set to fund the deductible portion of the settlement.]
 
11.   Items added to the agenda.
 
12.   Announcements.
 
13.   Adjournment.
 

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