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County Administrator's Report 12. 14.

BCC Regular Meeting

Technical/Public Service Consent

Meeting Date:	12/08/2016
Issue: Pensacola-Escambia Development Commission Reappointment
From:	Jack Brown
Department:	County Administrator's Office
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation Concerning a Reappointment to the Pensacola-Escambia Development Commission - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board waive the Board's Policy, Section I, Part B 1.(D), Appointment Policy and Procedures, and reappoint M. Blaise Adams to the Pensacola-Escambia Development Commission (PEDC), for a two-year term, effective January 3, 2017, through January 2, 2019.

Escambia County's Community and Media Relations Office posted a General Alert on the County's website from November 2, 2016, to November 16, 2016, to seek residents interested in volunteering to be considered for an appointment to the PEDC. Mr. Adams is the only citizen who responded to the General Alert.

BACKGROUND:

This Commission was established through the adoption of a legislative act in 1989, HB 984, Amending Chapter 67-1365, Laws of Florida providing for a change in the membership structure of the Pensacola-Escambia Development Commission (PEDC) with its purpose being to actively seek new industry for the area, and expansion of existing industries. It is responsible for promoting tourism and convention activities for the Escambia County area.

Mr. Adams has expressed the desire to continue to serve. His Biography is provided for review.

BUDGETARY IMPACT:

N/A

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:

N/A

PERSONNEL:

N/A

POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:

In accordance with Section I B, of the Board of County Commissioners' Policy Manual, Board approval is required for all appointments/reappointments to Boards and Committees established by the Board of County Commissioners.

IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:

N/A

Attachments
Blaise Adams' Email and Bio
General Alert