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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting – July 7, 2015 – 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 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. 8485   Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the following Proclamations.

A. The Proclamation commending and congratulation Kenneth Kelson, a former Escambia County Commissioner and City Councilman, for his exceptional service to the community and his service to mankind;

B. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Mr. William F. Jordan, a Dispatcher in the Communications Division of the Public Safety Department, on his selection as "Employee of the Month" for July 2015;

C. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Mr. John Dosh on his receipt of the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Florida Governor’s Hurricane Conference Board of Directors; and

D. The Proclamation recognizing and commending the “Blue Angels” for their dedication, leadership, and service to our community, our country, and the Armed Forces.
 
7. 8477   Retirement Proclamation.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Ricardo S. Colocado, County Surveyor, Public Works Department, for eight years of dedicated service.

[THE PROCLAMATION WILL BE DISTRIBUTED UNDER SEPARATE COVER]
 
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. 8406   5:31 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending the Barrancas Overlay District.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning the adoption of the Ordinance amending the Barrancas Overlay District:

A. Adopt an Ordinance of Escambia County, Florida, amending Part III of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, the Land Development Code of Escambia County, Florida, as amended; amending Chapter 3, Article 3, “Overlay Districts,” Section 3-3.3, to amend certain Site and Building Requirements in Medium Density Residential (MDR) or High Density Residential (HDR) zoning within the Barrancas Overlay District; providing for severability; providing for inclusion in the Code; and providing for an effective date; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Ordinance.
 
10. 8415   5:32 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending the Warrington Overlay District.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning the adoption of the Ordinance amending the Barrancas Overlay District:

A. Adopt an Ordinance of Escambia County, Florida, amending Part III of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, the Land Development Code of Escambia County, Florida, as amended; amending Chapter 3, Article 3, “Overlay Districts,” Section 3-3.8, to amend Prohibited Uses within the Warrington Overlay District; providing for severability; providing for inclusion in the Code; and providing for an effective date; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Ordinance.
 
11. 8324   5:33 p.m. Public Hearing concerning the issuance of an Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Shortleaf Borrow Pit.

Recommendation: That the Board approve and authorize, or deny, the request for the Development Services Department of Escambia County to issue an Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Shortleaf Borrow Pit.
 
12. 8464   5:34 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending the Dog Parks on Pensacola Beach Ordinance.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt an Ordinance amending Volume 1, Chapter 10, Article 1, Section 10-25, of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, to extend the sunset provision regarding dog parks on Pensacola Beach.
 
13.   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 130
 
  I.  Consent Agenda
 
1. 8483   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 June 25, 2015;

B. Approve the Minutes of the Attorney-Client Session held June 25, 2015; and

C. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held June 25, 2015.
 
 
GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT
 
  I.   Public Hearings
 
1. 8367   Recommendation Concerning the Review of the Rezoning Cases heard by the Planning Board on June 2, 2015

That the Board take the following action concerning the rezoning cases heard by the Planning Board on June 2, 2015:

A. Review and either adopt, modify, or overturn the Planning Board’s recommendations for Rezoning Cases Z-2015-11 and Z-2015-12 or remand the cases back to the Planning Board; and

B. 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-2015-11
Address: 2755 Fenwick Road
Property Reference No.: 42-1S-30-3001-002-003
Property Size: 0.77 (+/-) acres
From: HDMU, High Density Mixed-use district (25 du/acre)
To: HC/LI-NA, Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial district, prohibiting the subsequent establishment of any bars, nightclubs, or adult entertainment uses (Dwelling unit density limited to vested residential development. Lodging unit density not limited by zoning.)
FLU Category: MU-U, Mixed-Use Urban
Commissioner District: 1
Requested by: Wiley C. "Buddy" Page, Agent for Robertson Brazwell, LLC, Owner
Planning Board Recommendation: Approval
Speakers: Buddy Page, Michael Shipp
2. Case No.: Z-2015-12
Address: 9600 Block Tower Ridge Road
Property Reference: 01-1S-32-1000-070-003; 01-1S-32-1000-050-003; 01-1S-32-1000-050-004; 01-1S-32-1000-110-003; 01-1S-32-1000-080-003; 01-1S-32-1000-120-004
Property Size: 78.72 (+/-) acres
From: RMU, Rural Mixed-use district (two du/acre)
To: LDMU, Low Density Mixed-use district (seven du/acre)
FLU Category: RC, Rural Community (MU-S pending state review)
Commissioner District: 1
Requested by: Kerry Anne Schultz, Agent for The Busbee Limited Partnership and Murphy J. Jacob Trust
Planning Board Recommendation: Approval
Speakers: Kerry Anne Schultz, Tommy Brown, Edward Morgan
 
2. 8368   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 June 2, 2015, and approved during the previous agenda item and to provide for severability, inclusion in the code, and an effective date.
 
3. 8436   5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 3, Zoning Regulations of the Land Development Code

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance amending the Land Development Code (LDC) Chapter 3, Zoning Regulations, Section 3-2.11(b)(4) Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial District (HC/LI), and 3-2.15(b)(4), Public District (PUB), adding offices for government agencies or public utilities as a public and civic permitted use.

This hearing serves as the second of two required public hearings before the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) as set forth in Section 2-7.2 (a) and F.S. 125.66(4)(b).
 
4. 8314   5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Eubanks Borrow Pit

That the Board approve and authorize or deny the request for the Development Services Department of Escambia County to issue an Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Eubanks Borrow Pit.
 
5. 8315   5:48 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Surrey/Eight Mile Creek Borrow Pit

That the Board approve and authorize or deny the request for the Development Services Department of Escambia County to issue an Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Surrey/Eight Mile Creek Borrow Pit.
 
6. 8316   5:49 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Northwest Florida Pit 1 Borrow Pit

That the Board approve and authorize or deny the request for the Development Services Department of Escambia County to issue an Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Northwest Florida Pit 1 Borrow Pit.
 
7. 8317   5:50 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Triple L Farm Mineral Extraction Borrow Pit

That the Board approve and authorize or deny the request for the Development Services Department of Escambia County to issue an Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Triple L Farm Mineral Extraction Borrow Pit.
 
8. 8320   5:51 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Pensacola Sandmine Borrow Pit

That the Board approve and authorize or deny the request for the Development Services Department of Escambia County to issue an Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Pensacola Sandmine Borrow Pit.
 
9. 8366   5:52 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Bankhead Drive Site/East Fence Borrow Pit

That the Board approve and authorize or deny the request for the Development Services Department of Escambia County to issue an Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Bankhead Drive Site/East Fence Borrow Pit.
 
  II. Consent Agenda
 
1. 8405   Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of Public Hearings

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

A. July 23, 2015

1. 5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Small Scale Amendment 2015-04 - North Beverly Parkway

2. 5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Small Scale Amendment 2015-05 - South Beverly Parkway

3. 5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Operational Permit: Existing Resource Extraction Facility - Fenwick Pit

4. 5:48 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Operational Permit: Existing Resource Extraction Facility - Devine Farms Pit

B. August 6, 2015

5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Minimum Lot Size in LDR Ordinance (1 of 2 public hearings)
 
 
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
 
  I.   Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda
 
1. 8441   Recommendation Concerning Request for Disposition of Surplus Property for the Office of the Supervisor of Elections - David H. Stafford, Supervisor of Elections

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the Supervisor of Elections Office, for property which is listed on the Disposition Form, to be auctioned as surplus or disposed of properly.
 
2. 8473   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 seven Request for Disposition of Property Forms for the Public Safety Department, for property which is described and listed on the Disposition Forms, with reasons for disposal stated.
 
3. 8219   Recommendation Concerning a Vehicle Weight Restriction on North Highway 95A and on West Pinestead Road - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning a vehicle weight restriction on North Highway 95A and West Pinestead Road:

A. Adopt the Resolutions imposing the following regulations governing the movement of traffic and load and weight limits, implemented by the County Engineer, in accordance with Ordinance 2003-26:

1. Vehicle Weight Restriction on North Highway 95A from Highway 97 to North Highway 29 - no trucks in excess of 10,500 pounds gross vehicle weight, except trucks servicing or having business within the described area;

2. Vehicle Weight Restriction on West Pinestead Road from Pensacola Boulevard (US Hwy 29) to end of road - no trucks in excess of 10,500 pounds gross vehicle weight, except trucks servicing or having business within the described area;

B. Acknowledge that any current prohibition exemption letters issued by the County are to be null and void; and

C. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolutions.
 
  II.  Budget/Finance Consent Agenda
 
1. 8282   Recommendation Concerning the Contract Extension on the Custodial Services for County Buildings Contract - David W. Wheeler, CFM, Facilities Management Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Custodial Services for County Buildings Contract PD 10-11.049:

A. Approve the second twelve-month Contract extension, effective October 1, 2015, to American Facility Services, Inc.; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign all related documents.

[Funding: Facilities Management-Custodial: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 310202, Object Code 53401; Employee Health Clinic: Fund 501, Internal Service Fund, Cost Center 150108, Object Code 53401; Roads and Bridges-Administration: Fund 175, Transportation Trust Fund, Cost Center 210401, Object Code 53401; Solid Waste-Administration: Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230301, Object Code 53401; Solid Waste-Recycling: Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230306, Object Code 53401; Solid Waste-Operations: Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230314, Object Code 53401; Solid Waste-Palafox Transfer Station: Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230307, Object Code 53401]
 
2. 8476   Recommendation Concerning a Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Purchase Order in Excess of $50,000, for the Public Safety Department - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board approve the issuance of a Purchase Order, in the amount of $67,375, to Everbridge, Inc. (Vendor Number 420297), for the subscription period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016, to provide unlimited mass notification to thousands of citizens within minutes.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 330402, Emergency Management, Object Code 55401, Subscriptions and Memberships; and Fund 110, Other Grants and Projects Fund, Cost Center 330413, Emergency Management Performance Federal Grant, Object Code 55401, Subscriptions and Membership]
 
3. 8458   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #179 - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #179, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110), in the amount of $211,099, to recognize proceeds from two State of Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Subgrant Agreements, to appropriate these funds for enhancement of Escambia County's Division of Emergency Management daily and emergency operations and to assist in local disaster planning and community outreach efforts. These Grant funds also support the salary of an existing County employee who provides GIS and technology assistance to the Division.
 
4. 8463   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #180 - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #180, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110), in the amount of $14,164, to recognize proceeds from the State-Funded Subgrant Agreement, Contract Number 16-CP-11-XX-XX-XX-XXX, between the State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management and Escambia County, and to appropriate these funds for the purchase of a Command Trailer copier and AV upgrades.
 
5. 8480   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #184 Authorizing an Interest-Free Interfund Loan between the Local Option Sales Tax Fund and the Bob Sikes Toll Bridge Fund - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board take the following action:

A. Authorize an additional interest-free interfund loan from the Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) III Fund (352) to the Bob Sikes Toll Bridge Fund (167), in the amount of $262,371, with a payback period not to exceed five years. Additional funds are necessary due to the bid coming in higher than the established budget of $1,500,000 for the project, with the bid amount of $1,762,370.71; and

B. Adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #184, Bob Sikes Toll Bridge Fund (167), in the amount of $262,371, to recognize the proceeds of the interfund loan, and to appropriate these funds for the replacement of the toll collection system at the Bob Sikes Toll Bridge.
 
6. 8286   Recommendation Concerning the Clerk of Court 2nd Floor Office Modifications - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board award Contract PD 14-15.059, Clerk of Court 2nd Floor Office Modifications, to Empire Builders Group, Inc., in the amount of $56,167, which includes the Base Bid, in the amount of $49,607, and Bid Alternate Number 3, in the amount of $6,560.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 310204, Object Code 56201]
 
7. 8307   Recommendation Concerning Prieto Drive Storm Repairs - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board award Contract PD 14-15.061, Prieto Drive Storm Repairs, to Gulf Atlantic Constructors, Inc., in the amount of $264,393.

[Funding: Fund 112, Disaster Recovery Fund, Cost Center 330490, Object Code 54612, Project #ESCPW09]
 
8. 7945   Recommendation Concerning Highway 97 - Phase I - Roadway Widening and Drainage Improvements - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Highway 97 - Phase I - Roadway Widening and Drainage Improvements, PD 14-15.050:

A. Authorize the transfer of funds, as indicated below, for the Highway 97 - Phase 1 - Roadway Widening and Drainage Improvements:
PN Project FY 2014-2015 FY 2015-2016
09EN0305 Brickyard Road $131,667 -
10EN0695 Barrineau Park Road $26,715 -
10EN0575 Campbell Road $33,122 -
11EN1035 Eastman Road $208,714 -
14EN2765 Bratt Road $139,120 -
08EN0115 Highway 97 $2,084,929 -
08EN0105 Highway 297A - $(2,084,929)
Totals: $2,624,267 $(2,084,929)

B. Approve a Budget Amendment to transfer funds, in the amount of $2,624,267, for Construction Costs, 10% contingency and Construction Engineering and Inspections Services, to the Highway 97 - Phase I - Roadway Widening and Drainage Improvements Project; and

C. Award Contract PD 14-15.050, for Highway 97 - Phase I - Roadway Widening and Drainage Improvements, to Roads, Inc., of NWF, in the amount of $2,168,815.15.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Project #8EN0115]
 
9. 8396   Recommendation Concerning the Contract Award for the Bob Sikes Bridge Toll System Upgrade Project - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Contract Award for the Bob Sikes Bridge Toll System Upgrade Project:

A. Approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and TransCore, LP, per the terms and conditions of PD 14-15.030, Bob Sikes Bridge Toll System Upgrade Project, for a lump sum of $1,675,379.02;

B. Approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Purchase Orders for materials included in the Scope of Work, being purchased by Escambia County due to contract savings, as follows:

1. Dell, State of Florida Contract #250WSCA10ACS;B27160, Primary Domain Controller, in the amount of $4,365.25, and Storage Array, in the amount of $5,264.91, for a sub-total of $14,928.53;

2. Technology Integration Group, State of Florida Contract #43220000-WSCA-14-ACS, Cisco LAN Switch, in the amount of $25,743;

3. Microsemi, Time Server (SyncServer 300 mfg.), in the amount of $5,495;

4. Dell, State of Florida Contract #250WSCA10ACS;B27160, Tape Loaders for Archival, in the amount of $9,663.62;

5. Technology Integration Group, State of Florida Contract #43220000-WSCA-14-ACS, DMZ Switch, in the amount of $477.00;

6. Third Party Software Purchase Orders, as follows:

a. Microsoft, Microsoft Server Exchange, in the amount of $2,381.22;

b. Microsoft, Microsoft Visual Exchange, in the amount of $363.75;

c. Symantec Buying Programs; Express level D, Symantec Endpoint Protection - (v. 12.1), License plus one year Essential Support, in the amount of $389.85;

d. Solarwinds, Patch Manager, License plus one year Maintenance, in the amount of $3,495;

e. Solarwinds, Orion NPM SL100 1SVR, License with Maintenance, in the amount of $2,795;

f. Dell, State of Florida Contract #250WSCA10ACS;B27160, App Assure software-base, Exchange, SQL Server, in the amount of $8,385.75;

7. Dell, State of Florida Contract #250WSCA10ACS;B27160, Rack, in the amount of $1,965.17; and

8. Graybar, UPS, in the amount of $10,908.80, for computer hardware totaling $86,991.69;

C. Acknowledge for the Board's Record the total for installation, in the amount of $1,762,370.71; and

D. Approve five years Time and Materials Maintenance, with the option to renew for an additional five years. Funding for the Maintenance Contract is subject to appropriations by the Board of County Commissioners. On an annual basis the County may opt to convert to an All Inclusive Maintenance at the rates provided.

[Funding: Fund 167, “Bob Sikes Toll Facility,” Cost Center 140301, Object Code 56401]
 
10. 8448   Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of the Donation of a Portion of Real Property for "E" Street ADA Sidewalk Upgrades and Drainage Improvements - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning acceptance of the donation of a portion of real property located in the 2800 block of North "E" Street at the southeast corner of the intersection of "E" Street and Leonard Street, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sidewalk upgrades and drainage improvements:

A. Accept the donation of a portion of real property containing 155 square feet, located in the 2800 block of North "E" Street at the southeast corner of the intersection of "E" Street and Leonard Street from Athena Acoff, for ADA sidewalk upgrades and drainage improvements;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps because the property is being donated for governmental use, which is for sidewalk and 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 documents; and

D. Authorize staff to prepare, and the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept, the Warranty Deed as of the day of delivery of the Warranty Deed 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]
 
11. 8385   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Drainage Easement from Jane Rollo Franklin for the Willowbrook Dam Improvement Project - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the acceptance of the donation of a Drainage Easement (approximately 1.21 acres), located in the 600 Block of Dye Street, from Jane Rollo Franklin, and the allocation of design and construction funding for the Willowbrook Dam Improvement Project:

A. Accept the donation of a 1.21 acre drainage easement located in the 600 Block of Dye Street, from Jane Rollo Franklin, for the Willowbrook Dam Improvement Project;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps as the drainage easement is being donated for governmental use, which is for drainage and water quality improvements, and the County benefits from the acceptance of this drainage easement, which will enhance the safety and well-being of the citizens of Escambia County;

C. Authorize the payment of incidental expenditures associated with the recording of documents;

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

E. Authorize a Budget Amendment to transfer $400,000 in Local Option Sales Tax (LOST III) from funds available in the Bridge Renovations Project to the Willowbrook Dam Improvement Project, and authorize staff to proceed with preparation of a scope of work for design services, bidding, and construction; and

F. Authorize staff to initiate activities to establish the means for perpetual maintenance of the Willowbrook Dam through the Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) program.

[Funding: Funds for incidental expenses associated with the recording of documents are available in an Engineering Escrow Account accessed by the Escambia County Clerk's Office]
 
12. 8390   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Drainage Easement from James B. and Sara G. Fiveash for the Willowbrook Dam Improvement Project - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the acceptance of the donation of a drainage easement (containing 0.937 acres), located in the 600 Block of Orby Street, from James B. and Sara G. Fiveash, and the allocation of design and construction funding for the Willowbrook Dam Improvement Project:

A. Accept the donation of a 0.937 acre drainage easement located in the 600 Block of Orby Street, from James B. and Sara G. Fiveash, for the Willowbrook Dam Improvement Project;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps as the drainage easement is being donated for governmental use, which is for drainage and water quality improvements, and the County benefits from the acceptance of this drainage easement, which will enhance the safety and well-being of the citizens of Escambia County;

C. Authorize the payment of incidental expenditures associated with the recording of documents;

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

E. Authorize staff to initiate activities to establish the means for perpetual maintenance of the Willowbrook Dam through the Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) Program.

[Funding: Funds for incidental expenses associated with the recording of documents are available in an Engineering Escrow Account accessed by the Escambia County Clerk's Office]
 
  III. For Discussion
 
1. 8452   Recommendation Concerning the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization - Fiscal Years 2017-2021 Project Priorities - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board review and discuss the proposed changes to the Florida-Alabama (FL-AL) Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Fiscal Years 2017-2021 Project Priorities for transportation projects located within unincorporated Escambia County.
 
2. 8484   Recommendation Concerning the Escambia County Health Facilities Authority Reappointments, as Requested by Paula G. Drummond, Executive Director & General Council - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board take the following action concerning reappointments to the Escambia County Health Facilities Authority, as Requested by Paula G. Drummond, Executive Director & General Council:

A. Approve the reappointment of Mr. J. H. Keith Bullock, effective August 22, 2015, through August 21, 2019;

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

C. Approve the reappointment of Mr. Arthur J. Hall, effective August 22, 2015, through August 21, 2019.
 
3. 8340   Recommendation Concerning Escambia County Housing Finance Authority Reappointments, as requested by Karyn Norton, Executive Director - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board take the following action concerning two reappointments to the Escambia County Housing Finance Authority, as requested by Karyn Norton, Executive Director:

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

B. Reappoint both Lamar B. Cobb and Sandra J. Ward for another four-year term, effective August 1, 2015, through July 31, 2019.
 
4. 8492   Recommendation Concerning Amendments to the Administrative Code, Title 6, Part 3, Unclassified Service - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board approve amendments to the Administrative Code, Title 6, Part 3, Unclassified Service, per the following:

A. Require that all unclassified position vacancies not be filled on a regular basis unless the position has been open to the public;

B. Provide a provision to allow the Board to approve an exception to public positing;

C. Eliminate the need to publish in the Pensacola News Journal;

C. Make other technical corrections to reflect current terminology;

D. Address language regarding the compensation of Commissioner Aides;

E. Eliminate references to lump sum payments consistent with Florida law;

F. Provide clarification regarding overtime pay and exempt personnel;

G. Clarify how department heads or directors are approved by the Board; and

H. Reduce any severance pay limit to an amount consistent with Florida Statutes.
 
 
COUNTY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
 
  I.   For Action
 
1. 8456   Recommendation Concerning Authorizing the Scheduling of a Public Hearing to Consider Adopting an Amendment to Chapter 82 the Construction and Demolition Debris (C&DD) Ordinance

That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing for July 23, 2015, at 5:33 p.m. for consideration of adopting an amendment to Chapter 82 of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances amending definitions, regulations and permitting requirements for Construction and Demolition Debris (C&DD) facilities and Land Clearing Debris (LCD) facilities.
 
  II.  For Discussion
 
1. 8437   Recommendation Concerning Thomas v. ConocoPhillips, Inc. Class Action Settlement.

That the Board review the attached letter from RG2 Claims Administration, LLC and direct the County Attorney whether to object to the proposed distribution of the remaining funds in the Thomas v. ConocoPhillips, Inc. class action settlement.
 
2. 8488   Recommendation Concerning Historical Flag Displays at County Buildings

That the Board discuss whether it wishes to take additional action with regards to historical flag displays at County buildings, County property or County flag displays, pursuant to Board discussion and the request of Commissioner Lumon May at the Board’s June 25, 2015 regular Board meeting,
 
14.   Items added to the agenda.
 
15.   Announcements.
 
16.   Adjournment.
 

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