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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting – April 2, 2013 – 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 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 Robertson.
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.
Presentation by Robin Reshard concerning the Belmont DeVilliers Documentary Project.
7.
4062
Proclamations.
Recommendation:
That the Board take the following action concerning the adoption/ratification of the following six Proclamations:
A. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Mr. Robert "Kirk" Kassebaum, Program Manager, Public Works Department, Engineering Division, on his selection as "Employee of the Month" for April 2013;
B. Adopt the Proclamation extending congratulations to Lakeview Baptist Church on its 50th Anniversary of ministry to the community;
C. Adopt the Proclamation proclaiming the week of April 8 through April 14, 2013, as “Youth Success Week” in Escambia County, and calling upon all the citizens of our community to embrace this year’s theme of “Taking Responsibility – A Roadmap to Success” in celebration of all the successes of the Juvenile Justice Programs in strengthening families and in turning around the lives of troubled youth;
D. Adopt the Proclamation proclaiming the week of April 14 through April 20, 2013, as “Public Safety Telecommunicators' Week” in Escambia County, and encouraging all citizens to honor emergency dispatchers and call-takers, whose heroic, behind-the-scene efforts are critical to the protection of our citizens’ lives and preservation of property;
E. Adopt the Proclamation joining other cities and counties throughout the State of Florida in proclaiming April 13, 2013, as “Children's Week Health and Safety Day” in Escambia County, and encouraging the citizens of Escambia County to become involved with the many events and activities which focus on improving the health, safety, and well-being of Florida’s children and families; and
F. Ratify the Proclamation dated March 21, 2013, commending and congratulating Mr. Michael Johansen Johnson, II, on his achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and wishing him success in his future endeavors.
8.
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.
9.
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
Escambia County Governmental Complex, Suite 130
I. Consent Agenda
1.
4051
Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of Reports Prepared by the Clerk and Comptroller's Finance Department
That the Board accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the following two Reports prepared by the Clerk and Comptroller's Finance Department:
A. Payroll Expenditures for Pay Date March 28, 2013, in the amount of $1,734,602.75; and
B. Disbursement of Funds for March 14, 2013, to March 20, 2013, in the amount of $3,267,051.08.
2.
4095
Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of Documents Provided to the Clerk to the Board's Office
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 original recorded Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency Residential Rehab Grant Program Lien Agreement, in the amount of $6,000, for property located at 420 South 1st Street, owned by Trevor J. Hall, as approved by the Board on April 22, 2010, and recorded in Official Records Book 6991, Pages 1770 and 1771, on March 25, 2013;
B. The March 19, 2013, letter from Sherry Morris, Planning Services Administrator, City of Pensacola, and a copy of Ordinance No. 05-13, entitled
An Ordinance incorporating a certain area contiguous and adjacent to the City of Pensacola into the City of Pensacola, and declaring said area to be a part of the City of Pensacola; repealing clause, and providing an effective date
, relative to the City's annexation of multiple parcels located partially within the City Limits and partially within unincorporated Escambia County, Florida, as adopted by the Pensacola City Council on February 28, 2013, and received in the Clerk to the Board's Office on March 25, 2013; and
C. The Financial Statement for Pensacola Sports Association, Inc., as of and for the year ended September 30, 2012, as audited by Carlson & Company, Chartered, Certified Public Accountants, submitted by Sally Garst, Special Events, Pensacola Sports Association, and received in the Clerk to the Board's Office on March 25, 2013.
3.
4052
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. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held March 21, 2013;
B. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Agenda Work Session held March 21, 2013; and
C. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Committee of the Whole Workshop held March 14, 2013.
(BACKUP TO BE DISTRIBUTED UNDER SEPARATE COVER)
GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT
I. Public Hearing
1.
4002
Recommendation Concerning the Review of the Rezoning Cases heard by the Planning Board on March 4, 2013
That the Board take the following action concerning the rezoning cases heard by the Planning Board on March 4, 2013:
Review and either adopt, modify, or overturn the Planning Board’s recommendations for Rezoning Cases Z-2013-01 and Z-2013-03 or remand the cases back to the Planning Board; and
Authorize the Chairman to sign the Orders of the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners for the rezoning cases that were reviewed.
1.
Case No.:
Z-2013-01
Address:
13502 Perdido Key Drive
Property Reference No.:
14-3S-32-1000-003-006
Property Size:
0.91(+/-) acres
From:
R-2, Single-Family District (cumulative), Low-Medium Density (seven du/acre)
To:
C-1, Retail Commercial District (cumulative) (10 du/acre)
FLU Category:
MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
Commissioner District:
2
Requested by:
Wiley C. Buddy Page, Agent for, Leo Cyr, Owner
Planning Board Recommendation:
Approval
Speakers:
Buddy Page, Louis White
2.
Case No.:
Z-2013-03
Address:
590 St Luke Church Road
Property Reference:
31-6N-30-3401-000-000
Property Size:
1.91 (+/-) acres
From:
VAG-2, Villages Agriculture Districts, Gross Density (one dwelling unit per five acres)
To:
V-2, Villages Single-Family Residential District, Gross Density (two units per acre)
FLU Category:
RC, Rural Community
Commissioner District:
5
Requested by:
Van Hibberts, Owner
Planning Board Recommendation:
Approval
Speakers:
Van Hibberts, Elbert Dixon
2.
4001
5:45 p.m. A Public Hearing for Consideration for Adopting an Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map
That the Board adopt an Ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map to include the rezoning cases heard by the Planning Board on March 4, 2013
and approved during the previous agenda item and to provide for severability, inclusion in the code, and an effective date.
3.
3919
5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an LDC Ordinance Amending Article 13 "Piers, Basins & Marinas"
That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance to the Land Development Code (LDC) Article 13.12 to provide more alternatives for the installation of a pier or dock in waters containing an abundance of sea grass in the standards expressed for the regulation for piers, basins and marinas on Santa Rosa Island. At the February 4, 2013 Planning Board Meeting, the Board recommended approval.
4.
3920
5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an LDC Ordinance Amending Article 13.01 "Administration"
That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance to the Land Development Code (LDC) Article 13.01.00 "Administration".
The Santa Rosa Island Authority Board has reviewed the Ordinance and has recommended it to the Board of County Commissioners for review and adoption. At the February 4, 2013 Planning Board Meeting, the Board recommended approval.
5.
4044
5:48 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the review of a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment CPA 2012-04 Map.
The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, amending Part II of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances (1999), the Escambia County Comprehensive Plan, as amended; amending the future land use map designation.
6.
4043
5:49 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the review of a Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment CPA 2012-07.
That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance amending the Escambia County Comprehensive Plan 2030 consistent with Chapter 2011-139, Laws of Florida; removing the requirement to submit an annual update of the Capital Improvements Element to the State Planning Agency.
II. Action Item
1.
3983
Recommendation Concerning an At-Large Reappointment to the Escambia County Planning Board
That the Board approve reappointing David Woodward to fill an at-large position on the Escambia County Planning Board to serve a two-year term, effective
April 5, 2013, through April 4, 2015.
III. Consent Agenda
1.
4019
Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of Public Hearings
That the Board authorize the scheduling of the following Public Hearings:
Thursday, April 18, 2013
A.
5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing - LDC Article 10 - Flood Plain Ordinance - Replace Existing Ordinance; and
B.
5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Amending Florida Building Code.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
I. Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda
1.
4046
Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of a Public Hearing Regarding the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 Federal Transit Administration 5307 Grant Application by ECAT for Mass Transit Project Funding - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director
That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing for April 18, 2013, at 5:31 p.m., for the purpose of receiving public comments concerning the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 Federal Transit Administration 5307 Grant Application by Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT) for Mass Transit Project Funding.
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) guidelines require that all Applications for financial assistance from FTA be submitted after a Public Hearing is held for the purpose of receiving comments from the public concerning the Grant Program of Projects. Also, effective January 1, 1998, Grant Applications, execution, and Grant administration progress reports must be submitted electronically via the Transportation Electronic Award Management (TEAM) System.
2.
4057
Recommendation Concerning an Appointment to the Workforce Escarosa, Inc., Board of Directors - Marilyn D. Wesley, Community Affairs Department Director
That the Board confirm the appointment of Valera Young, Work and Family Life Supervisor, NAS Pensacola Fleet and Family Support Center, to the Workforce Escarosa, Inc., Board of Directors, as the CBO (Community Based Organization) Veterans' representative for a three-year term, effective April 2, 2013, through April 1, 2016.
3.
4077
Recommendation Concerning the Water Oaks Drainage Improvement MSBU - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director
That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing on April 18, 2013, at 5:32 p.m., to consider the adoption of an Ordinance creating the Water Oaks Drainage Improvement Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU).
II. Budget/Finance Consent Agenda
1.
4036
Recommendation Concerning the Reduction of the Minimum Sales Price of Real Property Located at 6622 Hampton Road, Due to the Property Appraiser’s Re-assessed Value - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director
That the Board take the following action concerning the reduction of the minimum bid required for the sale of real property located at 6622 Hampton Road, due to the Property Appraiser’s re-assessed value:
A. Authorize the sale of real property, Account Number 03-1195-512, Reference Number 26-1S-30-5101-012-001, to the bidder with the highest offer received at or above the re-assessed minimum bid of $16,255, in accordance with Section 46.134 of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, without further action of the Board; and
B. Authorize the Chairman to sign all documents related to the sale.
2.
3945
Recommendation Concerning the Re-Bid of Jaunita Williams Park Parking Lot & Dock - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director
That the Board award a Contract to J. Miller Construction, Inc., for the Re-Bid Jaunita Williams Park Parking Lot & Dock, PD 12-13.024, in the amount of $183,717.50
[Funding: Fund 151, Community Redevelopment Fund, Cost Center 220516, Object Code 56301]
3.
4056
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 $2,142,106.92 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.
4.
4053
Recommendation Concerning Distributions to the Escambia County School District - George Touart, Interim County Administrator
That the Board authorize the Chairman to send a letter to the Florida Department of Revenue informing them that the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is aware that proceeds available to Counties, pursuant to Section 212.20(6)(d)6a, Florida Statutes, are being directed to the Escambia County School District.
5.
4059
Recommendation Concerning the Escambia/Pensacola 2014-2016 State Housing Initiatives Partnership Local Housing Assistance Plan - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director
That the Board take the following action regarding the Escambia/Pensacola 2014-2016 State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan:
A. Adopt the Resolution approving the Escambia/Pensacola 2014-2016 SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan, including SHIP financed affordable housing strategies, specified eligibility and beneficiary definitions, average and maximum SHIP award limitations, fiscal and administrative provisions, description of affordable housing incentives, annual program service delivery goals, and required SHIP certifications. Projected SHIP funding (estimated program income only) for each year of the three-year Plan period is: 2014 $100,000; 2015 $100,000; and 2016 $100,000;
B. Approve the SHIP Program Escambia/Pensacola Interlocal Agreement with the City of Pensacola providing for joint implementation and administration of the Escambia/Pensacola SHIP Program and the Escambia/Pensacola Local Housing Assistance Plan;
C. Authorize staff to revise the SHIP budgetary allocations within the approved Plan or between the approved strategies to accurately reflect actual funding distributions provided by Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC); and
D. Authorize the Chairman and/or the Interim County Administrator, as appropriate, to execute all documents required to submit, receive, and implement the SHIP Plan and all related activities.
[Funding: Fund 120, SHIP. Funds will be budgeted in Fiscal Year 2014]
6.
3901
Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Public Right-of-Way Easement on Ashland Avenue - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director
That the Board take the following action concerning acceptance of a 20-foot-wide Public Right-of-Way Easement on Ashland Avenue from SHEMORTAL, LLC, for the Ashland Avenue Bridge Replacement project:
A. Accept the donation of a 20-foot-wide Public Right-of-Way Easement on Ashland Avenue from SHEMORTAL, LLC, for the Ashland Avenue Bridge Replacement Project;
B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps as the drainage easement is being donated for governmental use, which is for stormwater drainage and infrastructure as the County benefits from the acceptance of this Public Right-of-Way Easement, 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 documents; and
D. Authorize staff to prepare, and the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept the Public Right-of-Way Easement as of the day of delivery of the Public Right-of-Way Easement 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 recording of documents are available in an Engineering Escrow Account accessed by the Escambia County Clerk's Office]
The County has a project in design to make road, bridge, and drainage improvements in the Ashland Avenue/Detroit Boulevard area. Due to limited right-of-way within this area, it was determined that additional property would be required to facilitate the project. SHEMORTAL, LLC, owner of the property located on Ashland Avenue, at the Southwest corner of the Ashland Avenue and Detroit Boulevard intersection, has agreed to donate property for a Public Right-of-Way Easement (20 feet x 625 feet = 12,500 square feet, or approximately 0.29 acres) to facilitate the road, bridge, and drainage improvements Project. Board approval is required for the Board's acceptance of the donated property.
7.
4048
Recommendation Concerning the Establishment of One Full-Time Senior Office Support Assistant-Biller Position for the Emergency Medical Services Billing Office – Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director
That the Board approve the establishment of one, full-time, Senior Office Support Assistant-Biller position for the Emergency Medical Services Billing Office, with no negative impact to the Emergency Medical Service Fund (408) for the Fiscal Year 2013 Personnel Services Budget.
[Funding Source: Fund 408, Emergency Medical Service Fund]
III. For Discussion
1.
4064
Discussion Concerning the Board of County Commissioners' Search for a Permanent County Administrator - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner, Human Resources Department Director
COUNTY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
I. For Action
1.
4104
Recommendation Concerning an Interlocal Agreement Between Escambia County and the City of Pensacola for Distribution of the Additional Four-Cent Local Option Fuel Tax (LOFT) - Alison Rogers, County Attorney
That the Board approve an Interlocal Agreement for distribution of the additional four-cent (4¢) local option fuel proceeds. Escambia County imposed an additional four-cent Local Option Fuel Tax (LOFT) on every gallon of motor fuel, excluding diesel fuel, sold in the County for transportation purposes and initiatives by enactment of Ordinance 2012-14. The Interlocal Agreement establishes that Escambia County will receive one hundred percent (100%) of the proceeds collected pursuant to imposition of the additional four-cent Local Option Fuel Tax (LOFT). The tax is imposed effective January1, 2014.
II. For Discussion
1.
4105
Recommendation Concerning Discussion of the Proposed Interlocal Agreement Between Escambia County and the City of Pensacola Relating to the West Florida Public Library System
That the Board discuss the proposed Interlocal Agreement between Escambia County and the City of Pensacola relating to the West Florida Public Library System.
10.
Items added to the agenda.
11.
Announcements.
12.
Adjournment.
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