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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting – August 20, 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 – Pastor Rick Curry, Kings Way Church.
 
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. 8725   Recommendation Concerning the Adoption of Retirement Proclamations - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner, Human Resources Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the adoption of retirement Proclamations:

A. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Tamara J. Amaral, Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, on her 9 years of faithful and dedicated service;

B. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Doyle Butler, Engineering Project Coordinator, Solid Waste Department, on his 22 years of faithful and dedicated service;

C. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Marlina S. Davis, Paramedic Supervisor, Public Safety Department, on her 31 years of faithful and dedicated service,

D. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Theresa E. Dumas, Master Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, on her 24 years of faithful and dedicated service;

E. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating William T. Farrow, Senior Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, on his 13 years of dedicated service;

F. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Victoria A. Hayes, Corrections Lieutenant, Corrections Department, on her 25 years of faithful and dedicated service;

G. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating James C. Heist, Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, on his 13 years of faithful and dedicated service;

H. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Cleta D. Jones, Laundry Specialist, Corrections Department, on her 13 years of faithful and dedicated service;

I. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Calvin E. Lymons, Master Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, on his 22 years of faithful and dedicated service;

J. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Maurice J. Mortara, Engineering Project Coordinator, Public Works Department, on his 27 years of faithful and dedicated service;

K. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Joseph G. Ryals, Corrections Lieutenant, Corrections Department, on his 29 years of faithful and dedicated service; and

L. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Deborah E. Williams, Corrections 1st Lieutenant, Corrections Department, on her 32 years of faithful and dedicated service.
 
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. 8672   5:31 p.m. Public Hearing concerning the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program for Fiscal Year 2015 Local Solicitation.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning the "Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY 2015 Local Solicitation":

A. Ratify the electronic submission of the Application for the "Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY 2015 Local Solicitation" funds; total estimated amount of funds for Escambia County, Florida, is $126,526;

B. Authorize the Sheriff of Escambia County, Florida, to act as the Implementing Agency and Designee for the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners for the Grant Program, to include the following:

1. Review and approve the online Grant Application;

2. Make the necessary Assurances and Certifications as to the expenditure of funds under the Program; and

3. Sign or validate online any other Program requirements, as may be required by the funding authority; and

C. Authorize the Chairman to sign or validate online any other Program requirements, as may be required by the funding authority, relating to the Chief Executive of the County.
 
9. 8646   5:32 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of the Petition to Vacate a portion of an unimproved right-of-way in the National Land Sales Company Subdivision.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning the Petition to Vacate a portion of an unimproved right-of-way in the National Land Sales Company Subdivision (30 feet x 1,317.45 feet or 0.90 acres), as petitioned by The Busbee Limited Partnership and Murphy J. Jacob and Jan Jacob Graham, Trustees of the Murphy J. Jacob Revocable Trust Agreement dated April 18, 2006:

A. Approve the Petition to Vacate a portion of an unimproved right-of-way in the National Land Sales Company Subdivision (30 feet x 1,317.45 feet or 0.90 acres);

B. Accept the Hold/Harmless Agreement;

C. Adopt the Resolution to Vacate; and

D. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept the documents as of the day of delivery of the documents to the Chairman or Vice Chairman, and authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute them at that time.
 
10. 8781   Committee of the Whole Recommendation.

RECOMMENDATION TO BE DISTRIBUTED UNDER SEPARATE COVER.
 
11.   Reports:
 
 
 
 
CLERK & COMPTROLLER'S REPORT
Backup Not Included With The Clerk's Report Is Available For Review In
The Office Of The Clerk To The Board
Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building, Suite 130
 
  I.  Consent Agenda
 
1. 8670   Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of TDT Collection Data for the June 2015 Returns received in July 2015

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the Tourist Development Tax (TDT) Collections Data for the June 2015 returns received in the month of July 2015, as prepared by the Finance Department of the Clerk and Comptroller’s Office; this is the tenth month of collections for the Fiscal Year 2015; total collections for the month of June 2015 returns was $1,412,281.14; this is a 7.85% increase over the June 2014 returns; total collections year-to-date are 11.10% more than the comparable time frame in Fiscal Year 2014.
 
2. 8615   Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of the June 30, 2015 Investment Report

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the Investment Portfolio Summary Report for the month ended June 30, 2015, as required by Ordinance Number 95-13; on June 30, 2015, the portfolio market value was $270,910,727 and portfolio earnings totaled $108,861 for the month; the short-term portfolio yield was 0.21%, which should be compared to the S&P Government Index Pool Index 30 Day benchmark of 0.14%; the enhanced cash portfolio achieved a yield of 0.66%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1 Year Treasury Index of 0.31%; the long-term CORE portfolio achieved a yield of 1.19%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1-5 Year Treasury Index benchmark of 0.91%.
 
3. 8724   Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of the July 31, 2015 Investment Report

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the Investment Portfolio Summary Report for the month ended July 31, 2015, as required by Ordinance Number 95-13; on July 31, 2015, the portfolio market value was $254,297,520 and portfolio earnings totaled $217,784 for the month; the short-term portfolio yield was 0.24%, which should be compared to the S&P Government Index Pool Index 30 Day benchmark of 0.14%; the enhanced cash portfolio achieved a yield of 0.67%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1 Year Treasury Index of 0.32%; the long-term CORE portfolio achieved a yield of 1.20%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1-5 Year Treasury Index benchmark of 0.91%.
 
4. 8673   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 August 6, 2015; and

B. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held August 6, 2015.
 
 
GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT
 
  I.   Public Hearing
 
1. 8635   5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 3, Section 3-2.5

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance, amending Part III of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, Land Development Code of Escambia County (LDC), Chapter 3, Zoning Regulations, Section 3-2.5, Low Density Residential District, to provide a one-acre minimum lot size site and building requirement for land previously zoned V-1.

This hearing serves as the second of two required public hearings before the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) as set forth in LDC Section 2-7.2(a) and F.S. 125.66(4)(b).
 
2. 8630   5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for McDirt 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 McDirt Borrow Pit.
 
3. 8631   5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for KTTTC Investments 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 KTTTC Investments Borrow Pit.
 
4. 8633   5:48 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Issuance of Operational Permit for Resource Extraction for Evergreen 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 Evergreen Borrow Pit.
 
 
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
 
  I.   Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda
 
1. 8634   Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Information Technology Department - Shawn Fletcher, Information Technology Department Director

That the Board approve the three Request for Disposition of Property Forms for the Information Technology Department for all items of equipment, which are described and listed on the Request Forms, with reason for disposition stated. The items are to be auctioned as surplus or disposed of properly.
 
2. 8713   Recommendation Concerning Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes, July 23, 2015 - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the July 23, 2015, Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Meeting Minutes, prepared by Melanie Johnson, CRA Administrative Assistant.
 
3. 8714   Recommendation Concerning Enterprise Zone Development Agency Board Reappointments - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following August 20, 2015, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the Enterprise Zone Development Agency (EZDA) Board Reappointments:

A. Reappointing Teresa Frye, Mortgage Loan Officer, Navy Federal Credit Union, to extend a four-year term as a local Financial Entity Representative, effective retroactively, July 22, 2015, until the sunset of the Enterprise Zone Program on December 31, 2015;

B. Reappointing Larry Strain, Vice President and Business Banker, United Bank, to extend a four-year term as an At-Large Representative, effective retroactively, July 22, 2015, until the sunset of the Enterprise Zone Program on December 31, 2015; and

C. Reappointing Ruth McKinon, Training Development Coordinator, Pensacola State College, to extend a four-year term as an At-Large Representative, effective retroactively, July 22, 2015, until the sunset of the Enterprise Zone Program on December 31, 2015.
 
4. 8668   Recommendation Concerning Appointment of Committee Members to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution re-establishing the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) and appointing the following 17 members, including the City of Pensacola appointees, to serve on the AHAC for a three-year term, effective October 1, 2015, through September 30, 2018:

A. Maryann Andrews;
B. Wayne Briske;
C. George Ed Brown, Jr.;
D. Edward R. Bryant, III;
E. Bob Cordes;
F. Dwain Edgar;
G. Timothy Evans;
H. Eric Flora;
I. Patrick Kozma;
J. Deborah Moore;
K. Constance Parker;
L. Abe Singh;
M. Robert Strickland;
N. Charles Trinchitella;
O. Annie T. Walker;
P. Paul Ritz (City of Pensacola appointee); and
Q. Sue Saffran (City of Pensacola appointee).
 
5. 8705   Recommendation Concerning the United Way of Escambia County "Day of Caring" on October 16, 2015 - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner, Human Resource Department Director

That the Board support the annual "Day of Caring," sponsored by the United Way of Escambia County, as a public purpose, thereby authorizing a maximum of eight hours Administrative Leave, with pay, on October 16, 2015, for employees who voluntarily participate in this event, and extend Worker's Compensation coverage to County employees involved in this event.
 
6. 8710   Recommendation Concerning the Extension of the 2015 Ad Valorem Property Tax Roll - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board approve extending the 2015 Ad Valorem Property Tax Roll prior to the completion of the Value Adjustment Board Hearings to afford the taxpayers of Escambia County the opportunity to pay their property taxes during each of the four discount periods, as allowed by Florida Statute 197.323.
 
7. 8720   Recommendation Concerning a Resolution Supporting Proposed Legislation Providing a Statewide Ban on Hydraulic Fracturing, Acid Fracturing, and Well Stimulation - Commissioner Lumon May, District 3

That the Board adopt the Resolution supporting proposed legislation providing a Statewide ban on hydraulic fracturing, acid fracturing, and well stimulation performed for the purpose of exploration or production of oil or natural gas in the state of Florida.
 
8. 8669   Recommendation Concerning a Resolution Regarding the Temporary Closure of County Road 196 at Escambia County Bridge Number 480088 over Jack's Branch - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the temporary closure of County Road 196 during the completion of a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) bridge replacement project in Fiscal Year 2018:

A. Adopt the Resolution approving the temporary closure of County Road 196 during the completion of an FDOT bridge replacement project in Fiscal Year 2018 for a duration of approximately 225 calendar days and detouring traffic for a length of 7.2 miles; and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute the Resolution and any subsequent documents required for implementation of the temporary road closure.

[Funding Source (for maintenance of bridges): Fund 175, Transportation Trust Fund, Account 210402/54601]
 
9. 8722   Recommendation Concerning Disposition of Surplus Property for the Building Inspections Department - Donald R. Mayo, Building Services Department, Director

That the Board approve the two Request for Disposition Forms for the Building Inspections Department, for property to be auctioned as surplus property or disposed of properly, which is listed on the Disposition forms with reason and agency stated.
 
10. 8735   Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Escambia County Tax Collector's Office - Janet Holley, CFC, Escambia County Tax Collector

That the Board approve three Request for Disposition of Property Forms for the Escambia County Tax Collector's office, for property which is described and listed on the Disposition forms, with reason for disposition stated. The listed items have been found to be of no further usefulness to the County/Tax Collector; thus, it is requested that they be auctioned as surplus or disposed of properly. Two of the items are leased from the State of Florida and are not Tax Collector assets. For this reason, it is requested that they be removed from the Tax Collector's inventory.
 
11. 8740   Recommendation Concerning Mixed Waste Processing and Recycling Services - Patrick T. Johnson, Waste Services Department Director

That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the following Information Report concerning the Waste Services Department Mixed Waste Processing and Recycling Services Update:

In accordance with Board of County Commissioners' (BCC), approvals of the Recommendation Concerning Solutions to the Solid Waste Issue (BCC 10/09/2014), and the Recommendation Concerning Selection Committee Recommendation for Waste Processing and Recycling Services (BCC 06/25/2015), Waste Services Staff, ECUA Staff, and Selected Project Developer, Mustang Renewable Energy have initiated detailed negotiations concerning project development.

* 7/09/2015, the group conducted a kick-off meeting to discuss due diligence items required for site development of project.

* 07/10/2015, the group met with FDEP Local and Tallahassee to review permitting requirements for the project.

* 07/22/2015, the Developer’s Facility Operator and Equipment Representatives met on site to review building design and equipment design/layout options.

* 07/28-29/2015, the Developer’s Engineering and Construction representatives met with Waste Services staff to review site plan development.

* 08/07/2015, Waste Services Staff met with HDR Engineering to review draft Contract Terms and Conditions.


------ Current deliverables expected from Developer: -------

- Conceptual Project schedule to include: Design/Engineering, Permitting, Contracts, Financing & Financial Close

- Project Proforma

- Updated Site design

- Facility CapEx, Revenue

- Operations/Maintenance Assumptions

- Capacity analysis
 
12. 8682   Recommendation Concerning the National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center of the Department of Homeland Security Agreement - Shawn Fletcher, Information Technology Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the County Network Security with the National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center:

A. Authorize the National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to conduct continuous Vulnerability Scanning and Hygiene Monitoring of Escambia County Board of County Commissioners' publicly accessible cyber assets, networks, and systems;

B. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Authorization to Conduct Continuous Scans of Public-Facing Cyber Assets, Networks and Systems; and

C. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Risk and Vulnerability Assessment Rules of Engagement between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners.

[Funding: There is no cost to the County for this service.]
 
13. 8718   Recommendation Concerning the Cooperative Agreement between the School Board of Escambia County, Florida, and Escambia County Florida, Relating to Educational Services for Juvenile Inmates at the Escambia County Jail - Michael A. Tidwell, Corrections Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Cooperative Agreement between the School Board of Escambia County, Florida, and Escambia County, Florida, relating to educational services for juvenile inmates at the Escambia County Jail:

A. Approve the Cooperative Agreement; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement.
 
  II.  Budget/Finance Consent Agenda
 
1. 8671   Recommendation Concerning Approval of the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 Contractual Services Agreement for the Mosquito Control Division - Keith T. Wilkins, Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board take the following action concerning the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 Contractual Services Agreement between the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) and the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners, FDACS Contract #022283, for Mosquito Control:

A. Approve the annual Contractual Services Agreement with an effective date of October 1, 2015, through September 30, 2016, in the amount of $31,540; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the annual Contractual Services Agreement.

[Funding: Fund 106, Mosquito and Arthropod Control Fund, Cost Center 220703, M&A State One Fund]
 
2. 8715   Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following August 20, 2015, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements:

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

1. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Bernard and Dorothy Jacobs, owners of residential property located at 400 Rue Max Avenue, Barrancas Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $1,275, representing an in-kind match through the Barrancas Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370116, Object Code 58301, for sewer connection;

2. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Raymond A. and Sheryl Canevari, owners of residential property located at 324 East Sunset Avenue, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $4,550 representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, Object Code 58301, for roof replacement; and

3. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Ted R. and Anita L. Corbin, owners of residential property located at 421 Baublits Court, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $2,075, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, Object Code 58301, for roof replacement; and

B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement the Grant awards.
 
3. 8716   Recommendation Concerning the Cancellation of 12 Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following August 20, 2015, 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 cancellation of 12 Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens, as the Grant recipients have met their Grant requirements:

Property Owner Address Amount
Joseph Barwick 219 Marine Drive $1,512
Litedra Burgess 921 West Michigan Avenue $1,875
Council Donald, Jr. 2616 North "L" Street $1,375
James C & Jannie N. Hixon 828 Montclair Road $4,600
Johnnie Kidd 1710 West Lakeview Avenue $1,950
Sally Hope 110 Lakewood Road $1,450
Julie & William E. Grimsley, III 222 Betty Road $782
Julie & William E. Grimsley, III 301 Rue Max Avenue $782
Julie & William E. Grimsley, III 210 Betty Road $782
Julie & William E. Grimsley, III 1214 Wilson Avenue $782
ImSuk Thomas 106 Jamison Street $620
Gregory L. Scoville 217 Chief's Way $1,685


B. Authorizing the Chairman to execute the Cancellation of Lien documents.
 
4. 8681   Recommendation Concerning the Escambia County Residential Rehab Disaster Assistance Grant Program - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Escambia County Residential Rehab Disaster Assistance Grant Program (Program):

A. Modify the Program requirements to allow the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program to fund all repairs for income-eligible homeowners and to clarify associated CDBG program requirements; and

B. Authorize the County Administrator or his designee to execute all Program related documents as necessary to implement the Program.

[Funding: Fund 129/CDBG, Cost Centers 370210 and 370217]
 
5. 8535   Recommendation Concerning a Change Order to Verizon Wireless for Communication Devices for Environmental Code Enforcement - Michael Tidwell, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order Number 1, in excess of $50,000, adding funds for communication services for Environmental Code Enforcement for Fiscal Year 2015:

Department: Corrections
Division: Environmental Code Enforcement
Type: Addition
Amount: $20,000
Vendor: Verizon Wireless Services
Purchase Order: 150016
Change Order: 1
Original Award Amount: $40,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through This Change Order: $20,000
New Purchase Order Total: $60,000

[Funding Source: Fund 103, Code Enforcement Fund, Cost Center 290101, Object Code 54101]
 
6. 8719   Recommendation Concerning a Change Order to Walton County Sheriff's Office for Inmate Housing for the Escambia County Jail in Excess of $50,000 - Michael Tidwell, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order Number 3, in excess of $50,000, adding funds for inmate housing in Walton County for Escambia County Jail inmates:

Department: Corrections
Division: Escambia County Jail
Type: Addition
Amount: $1,640,000
Vendor: Walton County Sheriff's Office
Purchase Order: 141346
Change Order: 3
Original Award Amount: $1,368,750
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through This Change Order: $1,640,000
New Purchase Order Total: $3,008,750

[Funding Source: 501, Internal Service Fund, Cost Center 140836, Object Code 53401]
 
7. 8721   Recommendation Concerning a Change Order to Lawrence E. Mobley, III, MD, PA, for Psychiatric Services Rendered to Escambia County Jail Inmates - Michael Tidwell, Correction Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order Number 1, bringing the total expenditure in excess of $50,000, adding funds for psychiatric services for Escambia County Jail inmates for Fiscal Year 2015:

Department: Corrections
Division: Escambia County Jail
Type: Addition
Amount: $35,000
Vendor: Lawrence E. Mobley, III, MD, PA
Purchase Order: 150149
Change Order: 1
Original Award Amount: $184,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through This Change Order: $35,000
New Purchase Order Total: $219,000

[Funding Source: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 290402, Object Code 53101]
 
8. 8628   Recommendation Concerning the Agreement Relating to Civil Legal Services for Inmates at the Escambia County Jail with Northwest Florida Legal Services, Inc. - Michael Tidwell, Corrections Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning an Agreement relating to Civil Legal Services for inmates at the Escambia County Jail, between Escambia County and Northwest Florida Legal Services, Inc:

A. Approve the Agreement Relating to Civil Legal Services; and

B. Authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement.

[Funding: Fund 111, Inmate Commissary Fund, Cost Center 290406]
 
9. 8708   Recommendation Concerning the Agreement with the City of Pensacola for Interruptible Natural Gas Service - David W. Wheeler, CFM, Facilities Management Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Agreement with the City of Pensacola (d/b/a Pensacola Energy) and Escambia County for Interruptible Natural Gas Service:

A. Approve the Agreement with the City of Pensacola (d/b/a Pensacola Energy) and Escambia County for Interruptible Natural Gas Service for: 2935 North "L" Street, 1350 West Leonard Street, 357 South Baylen Street, and 201 South Palafox Street, establishing service, subject to the current City Rate Schedule GAF (Almost Firm Service, Ordinance No. to be determined); and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute all documents relating to the Agreement, as required.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 310207, Object Code 54301]
 
10. 8699   Recommendation Concerning Waste Services Department Vehicle Purchase #2 - Patrick T. Johnson, Waste Services Department Director

That the Board approve the purchase of one VE14-15.028, 2015 Caterpillar 725C Articulated 6x6 Dump Truck, from Thompson Tractor Company, Inc., for the amount of $355,564, per the terms and conditions of Governmental Contract Initiative with the City of Tucson/National IPA Contract #120377 Member Discounts for Equipment Sales. In compliance with the Local Preference Initiative, this vehicle purchase was posted on the County website for 30 days. No proposals were received. This unit will primarily be utilized to transport cover material for environmental compliance associated with Class-I landfill operations, landfill site maintenance, storm water system maintenance and vegetative processing. This vehicle will replace #58882 CAT 725 Dump Truck, which is being converted to a water truck.

[Funding: Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230314, Object Code 56401]
 
11. 8700   Recommendation Concerning Waste Services Department Equipment Purchase #1 - Patrick T. Johnson, Waste Services Department Director

That the Board approve the purchase of one VE14-15.029, 2015 Caterpillar 950M Wheel Loader, from Thompson Tractor Company, Inc., for the amount of $281,754, per the terms and conditions of Governmental Contract Initiative with the City of Tucson/National IPA Contract #120377 Member Discounts for Equipment Sales. In compliance with the Local Preference Initiative, this equipment purchase was posted on the County website for 30 days. No proposals were received. This unit will primarily be utilized to process vegetative waste recycling to support screening, grinding, and loading of material used for slope stabilization and Class-I landfill cover applications. This unit will replace #51836 CAT 950G loader.

[Funding: Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230314, Object Code 56401]
 
12. 8649   Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of Two Vehicles for the Mosquito Control Division - Keith T. Wilkins, Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board authorize the County to utilize the State of Florida Term Contract #25100000-15-1 and award a Purchase Order to Duval Ford, LLC, for two 2015 Ford 1/2 ton Extended Cab Pickup Truck 4X4s for the Mosquito Control Division, in the amount of $53,471, according to the specifications of VE14-15.027.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 220701, Object Code 56401]
 
13. 8680   Recommendation Concerning Budget Amendment #221 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board approve Budget Amendment #221, Mosquito and Arthropod Control Fund (106), in the amount of $3,800, to recognize a reallocation of reserves to overtime to cover personnel expenses for the remainder of the Fiscal Year associated with increased mosquito control spraying due to high levels during April of 2015.
 
14. 8686   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #223 Reversing some Interfund Transfers from the General Fund and Recognizing and Transferring to the General Fund Work Release Revenues - Amy Lovoy, Assistant County Administrator

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #223 in the General Fund (001), Code Enforcement Fund (103), Misdemeanor Probation Fund (114), and the Transportation Trust Fund (175), in the amount of ($400,000), to reduce the transfers from the General Fund to certain funds, to recognize the proceeds of the Work Release Center revenues, and transfer these funds to the General Fund.
 
15. 8711   Recommendation Concerning Budget Amendment #225 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board approve Budget Amendment #225, Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Fund (151), to provide funds to cover salaries associated with mowing rights-of-way, in the amount of $38,200, in the Warrington, Brownsville, and Palafox CRA areas and expenses associated with the Residential Rehab Grant in Warrington for the remainder of the Fiscal Year.
 
16. 8712   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #226 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #226, Mass Transit Fund (104) and FTA Capital Projects Fund (320), in the amount of $2,037,383, to recognize proceeds from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and to appropriate these funds to be used for preventive maintenance costs, purchasing buses, and other capital items at Escambia County Area Transit System (ECAT).
 
17. 8642   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of the Donation of a Parcel of Real Property for the Beulah Zone Pond - Bell Ridge Pond 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 parcel of real property, located within Bell Ridge Forest Subdivision, from Richard R. Gibbs and Edna Marie Gibbs, for the Beulah Zone Pond - Bell Ridge Pond Project:

A. Accept the donation of a parcel of real property (approximately 1.36 acres), located within the Bell Ridge Forest Subdivision, from Richard R. Gibbs and Edna Marie Gibbs, for the Beulah Zone Pond - Bell Ridge Pond Project;

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

D. Authorize staff to prepare, and the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept, the Quit Claim Deed as of the day of delivery of the Quit Claim 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]
 
18. 8691   Recommendation Concerning Amending the Board's Action of April 9, 2015, Approving the Issuance of Blanket and/or Individual Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000 - "Miscellaneous Drainage/Paving Projects" for the Public Works Department - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board amend its action of April 9, 2015, approving the issuance of blanket and/or individual purchase orders in excess of $50,000, for Fiscal Year 2014-2015 on CAR II "Budget/Finance," Item #29 "Miscellaneous Drainage/Paving Projects," for the Public Works Department 2014-2015, to add the following Vendor:

Infrastructure Specialty Services, Inc. (Vendor #420809)

[Funding Source: Fund 175, "Transportation Trust Fund", Cost Center 211201/211602/211101; Fund 182-199, "Master Drainage Basin Funds", Cost Centers 210719-210736; Fund 352, "Local Option Sales Tax III", Cost Center 210107/350229; Fund 112, "Disaster Recovery Fund", Cost Centers 330490-330495]
 
19. 8775   Recommendation Concerning Group Medical Insurance - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner - Human Resources Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the County’s Group Medical Insurance (PD 14-15.069, Group Medical Insurance):

A. Award a Contract to Florida Blue, for three years, from January 1, 2016, to December 31, 2018, to provide self-funded health insurance coverage in the form of plans Blue Option 1352, Blue Option 1552, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Blue Medicare PPO and Group Medicare Supplement Plan “F” for retirees that are Medicare-eligible.

B. Authorize the County Administrator and/or his designated person to negotiate the terms of the Contract to be approved by the Board on a later date.

[Funding Source: Fund 501, Internal Service Fund, Cost Center 140609, Object Code 54501]
 
20. 7996   Recommendation Concerning Contract Award for Design Criteria Professional for the New Escambia County 1476-Bed Correctional Facility - Claudia Simmons, Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County and DLR Group, inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 13-14.082, Design Criteria Professional for the New Escambia County 1476-Bed Correctional Facility, Scope of Work and Fee Proposal negotiated with DLR Group, inc., July 28, 2015, for a lump sum amount of $3,999,280, for the following, as directed by the Board on July 16, 2015:

A. Evaluate the three remaining sites (Palafox and Airport, Palafox & Brent, and Superfund), and prioritize using objective criteria. Provide block diagrams depicting a 700-Bed facility, core space to accommodate up to 1476 inmates, and future bed space expansion to full build out at each of the sites. Participate and assist staff at the Committee of the Whole Presentation;

B. Phase I - Design Criteria Package to construct a 700-Bed Correctional Facility with core services to handle future housing unit build outs; and

C. Phase II - Design Criteria Package to construct staged follow on housing units to reach capacity of 1476 inmates, for a lump sum amount of $3,999,280.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III Fund, Cost Center 290407, Detention Capital Project, Project #14SH2728]
 
21. 8726   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Drainage Easement Located at 5900 Water Spray Terrace - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the acceptance of the donation of a 20-foot-wide drainage easement, from David A. and Vicki Lynn Barnes, located at 5900 Water Spray Terrace, for the Innerarity Point Road Drainage Project:

A. Accept the donation of a 20-foot-wide drainage easement, located at 5900 Water Spray Terrace, from David A. & Vicki Lynn Barnes, for the Innerarity Point Road Drainage Project;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps as the easement is being donated for governmental use, which is for drainage improvements, and the county benefits from the acceptance of the 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 Drainage Easement, subject to Legal review and sign-off, 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.

[Funding: Fund 352, “LOST III,” Cost Center 210107, Object Codes 56101/56301, Project #14EN2592, “Innerarity Point Drainage”]
 
22. 8467   Recommendation Concerning Jackson Lakes Box Culvert - Claudia Simmons, Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board award Contract PD 14-15.071, for the Jackson Lakes Box Culvert to URETEK Holdings, Inc., in the amount of $323,148.

[Funding: Fund 112, Disaster Recovery Fund, Cost Center 330493, Project #ESDCE17]
 
23. 8592   Recommendation Concerning Temporary Medical Staffing for the Corrections Department - Claudia Simmons, Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board award a Multiple Award Contract PD 14-15.067, for Temporary Medical Staffing for the Corrections Department to the following firms: Staff Today, Inc., Accuire, LLC (d/b/a VForce Staffing Solutions), Nursefinders of Pensacola, LLC, and Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc., for a term of 36 months, with two options for 12-month extensions, in the estimated annual amount of $60,000.

Vendor Category Rate per Hour
Staff Today, Inc. RN $32.73 - $42.00
LPN $23.78 - $29.27
CMA $16.35 - $19.75
EMT $18.75 - $23.19
Vforce Staffing Solutions RN $39.00
LPN $28.00
CMA $22.50
EMT $31.50
Nursefinders of Pensacola, LLC RN $40.00
LPN $32.00
CMA $24.95
EMT $25.00
Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. RN $40.00
LPN $30.00
CMA $24.95
EMT $25.00

Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 290402, Object Code 53101
 
24. 8695   Recommendation Concerning Southern Light Terms and Conditions for Internet Connection Service Orders for the West Florida Public Library System - Shawn Fletcher, Information Technology Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Standard Terms and Conditions by and between Southern Light, LLC, and Escambia County for a 60-month term, that shall apply to the Service Orders dated August 14, 2013. The Terms and Conditions are applicable to five existing Service Orders that were executed by the Purchasing Department in 2013, when the West Florida Public Library System was transferred to the County.

[Funding: Funds are available in current Budget, and there is no increase in rates from the August 14, 2013, Service Order]
 
25. 8569   Recommendation Concerning Enterprise Backup Replacement - Claudia Simmons, Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board award Contract # PD 14-15.072, for Enterprise Backup Replacement to SHI International Corp., in the amount of $201,895.03.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 270111, Object Code 56401,56801]
 
  III. For Discussion
 
1. 8455   Recommendation Concerning the Acquisition of Three Contiguous Parcels of Real Property (with Office Building) Located at 6400 North "W" Street - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning three contiguous parcels of real property (with office building) located at 6400 North "W" Street, owned by W Street Holdings, LLC, which could be used to facilitate and house various Community Corrections Department Divisions and related functions:

A. Authorize the purchase of three contiguous parcels of real property (approximately 3.44 acres), which include a one-story office building (approximately 12,360 square feet) located at 6400 North "W" Street, from W Street Holdings, LLC, for $2,090,000, which is the average of two appraisals staff had performed, in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in the Contract for Sale and Purchase;

B. Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Contract for Sale and Purchase for the acquisition of three contiguous parcels of real property (approximately 3.44 acres), which include a one-story office building (approximately 12,360 square feet), located at 6400 North "W" Street from W Street Holdings, LLC; and

C. Authorize the County Attorney's Office to prepare, and the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute any documents, subject to Legal review and sign-off, necessary to complete the acquisition of this property without further action of the Board.

[Funding Source: Fund 501, Internal Service Fund, CC:140836]
 
2. 8697   Recommendation Concerning the Amendment of the Tuition Reimbursement Policy - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner, Human Resources Department Director

That the Board adopt the revised Policy, entitled "Tuition Reimbursement Policy," amending Section II, C.24, of the Board of County Commissioners' Policy Manual, to address certain gaps in the Policy and to provide a more general description of the applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
 
3. 8698   Recommendation Concerning Job-Related Education Assistance Program Policy - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner - Human Resources Department Director

That the Board adopt the Policy entitled "Job-Related Education Assistance Program" Policy for the Board of County Commissioners' Policy Manual.
 
4. 8768   Recommendation Concerning Rescinding the Request for Funding for It's Personal Venue, Sheila Green - Commissioner Wilson Robertson

That the Board rescind its action of June 25, 2015, approving the request by Sheila Green, It's Personal Venue, for $30,000, to be funded from the 4th Cent Tourist Development Tax, $10,000 from Commissioner Wilson Robertson, $10,000 from Commissioner Doug Underhill, and $10,000 from Commissioner Steven Barry, and return the funds to the appropriate Commissioner's 4th Tourist Development Tax Account for future reallocation.
 
5. 8769   Recommendation Concerning the Funding Request for the Pensacola Children's Chorus, "Seaplane, An All American Musical" - Commissioner Wilson Robertson, District 1

That the Board consider funding $10,000 for Pensacola Children's Chorus, "Seaplane, An All American Musical", from Commissioner Wilson Robertson's 4th Cent Tourist Development Tax Fund, and approve a Purchase Order for this purpose.

[Funding: Fund 108, Tourist Development Tax Fund, Cost Center 360105, Object Code 58201]
 
6. 8784   Recommendation Concerning Funding for the Cantonment Homecoming Festival - Commissioner Steven Barry, District 5

That the Board Consider the request for $2,500, to be funded from the 4th Cent Tourist Development Tax, for the Cantonment Homecoming Festival, and approve the Purchase Order for this purpose.
 
 
COUNTY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
 
  I.   For Action
 
1. 8667  
That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing for September 3, 2015, at 5:31 p.m. for consideration of an ordinance amending Part I of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, as amended, amending Chapter 42, Article III, "Noise," Section 42-66, "Exemptions," to clarify the firearms exemption to the County Noise Abatement Ordinance.
 
2. 8685   Recommendation Concerning representation of Marilyn Wesley in the matter of Danielle Riggins v. Escambia County, as political subdivision of the State of Florida, Escambia County, Community Affairs, Department, and Marilyn Wesley, in her official capacity, as Director of the Escambia County Community Affairs Department, Case No.: 2015 CA 001258.

That the Board authorize the County Attorney’s Office to provide a defense for and representation of Marilyn Wesley as the former Director of the Escambia County Community Affairs Department.
 
12.   Items added to the agenda.
 
13.   Announcements.
 
14.   Adjournment.
 

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