Agenda

1.

Call to Order & Opening Remarks - Chairman Shelby Johnson

The meeting was called to order at 5:33 pm by Chairman Shelby Johnson.

2.

Roll Call & Declaration of Quorum - Susan Hendrix

Roll was called and a quorum declared.

3.

Was the meeting properly advertised? - Susan Hendrix

The meeting was properly advertised in the Pensacola News Journal on Saturday, September 21, 2019, as part of the Board of County Commissioners' Weekly Meeting Schedule.

4.

Approval of Minutes from May 21, 2019, Council meeting - Chairman Shelby Johnson

Motion made by Anne Peterson to accept the May 21, 2019, meeting minutes as presented. Seconded by Sonia Bush. Motion carried unanimously.

5.

Welcome and Introduction of Special Guest(s) - Nick Simmons

6.

Program Update

Nick Simmons discussed draft data that was collected during April 2019 as part of the Customer Service Survey for the University of Florida. The raw data was gathered by Extension Staff and submitted to UF for compilation. The final report will be sent to Extension at the end of October 2019 and will be presented at a future Extension Council Meeting.

7.

Other Items of Interest -

Nick Simmons discussed the staffing adjustment to Libbie Johnson's position. As of July 1, 2019, Libbie is now a multi-county agent, serving both Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
Nick Simmons has been serving as Interim County Extension Director for Santa Rosa County and that temporary position will be ending soon, as Santa Rosa has hired a new CED.
For information purposes, there is a 3% salary increase included in the FY19/20 County budget.
Extension was approved for funding to replace the chairs in the auditorium.
A modular building is being installed on the 4-H property in Molino. We have two 24x38 modular classrooms that came from the 90&9 Boys Ranch. One of the classrooms has exterior access to a restroom. Both provide climate-controlled meeting/teaching space. A 26' storage building has also been placed on the property and will be used for storage of program supplies. The property has been greatly utilized this year. In the Spring there was a livestock show and another show is scheduled for September 28th.
Libbie Johnson was recognized at the State Extension meeting as being a part of the Florida promotion video. Libbie very well represented the State of Florida in spreading Extension's broad reach. Brian Estevez was recognized for being chosen 'Mentor of the Year' for 2019, and also our Military 4-H Club was recognized for their programming. Our Expanded Food & Nutrition Program (EFNEP) received the Golden Gator award recognizing them for demonstrating synergy and success through working together in a cohesive and productive way. This award celebrates the results of positive outcomes resulting from a unified, driven team.
It is noted that our 4-H program has increased in members and programming as a result of Jereme Johnson's coming on board as a Program Assistant. Great news!
It was noted that UF has a new training program available to Agents with regard to budgeting for programming. The training includes information for internal and external funding opportunities, better delivery notifications, and digital outreach through Facebook videos and county Public Information departments.
Nick Simmons noted that he will be engaging speakers from our local program partners to present to the Council involving collaborative efforts between Extension and our community.
Anne Peterson noted that she felt our parking lot was not big enough and that Extension & 4-H visitors, along with the many walkers on our campus, were competing for parking spaces. She asked about putting signs in the parking areas encouraging walkers to park in the Extension parking lot versus the 4-H parking lot. It was mentioned that the walking track has brought many visitors to our campus.
Beth Bolles mentioned that Master Gardeners are looking at avenues to count the foot traffic in and out of the Demonstration Garden. Also, the Master Gardeners have received a grant that will be used to purchase a Welcome sign at the garden's entrance.
Beth Bolles also reminded everyone about the Master Gardener's upcoming program - the Garden to Table Expo, which will be held on our campus on Saturday, October 26, 2019, 8:00 am - noon.

8.

Adjournment

Motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:03 pm was made by James Theisen, seconded by Sonia Bush, and carried unanimously.

*** Members of the Public Must Sign Up in Order to Speak ***

The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, IFAS, Florida A. & M. University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating

Return
AGENDA ESCAMBIA COUNTY EXTENSION COUNCIL September 24, 2019–5:30p.m. Escambia County Extension Office 3740 Stefani Road


1.					Call to Order & Opening Remarks - Chairman Shelby Johnson The meeting was called to order at 5:33 pm by Chairman Shelby Johnson.

2.					Roll Call & Declaration of Quorum - Susan Hendrix Roll was called and a quorum declared.

3.					Was the meeting properly advertised? - Susan Hendrix The meeting was properly advertised in the Pensacola News Journal on Saturday, September 21, 2019, as part of the Board of County Commissioners' Weekly Meeting Schedule.

4.					Approval of Minutes from May 21, 2019, Council meeting - Chairman Shelby Johnson Motion made by Anne Peterson to accept the May 21, 2019, meeting minutes as presented. Seconded by Sonia Bush. Motion carried unanimously.

5.					Welcome and Introduction of Special Guest(s) - Nick Simmons

6.					Program Update Nick Simmons discussed draft data that was collected during April 2019 as part of the Customer Service Survey for the University of Florida. The raw data was gathered by Extension Staff and submitted to UF for compilation. The final report will be sent to Extension at the end of October 2019 and will be presented at a future Extension Council Meeting.

7.					Other Items of Interest - Nick Simmons discussed the staffing adjustment to Libbie Johnson's position. As of July 1, 2019, Libbie is now a multi-county agent, serving both Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Nick Simmons has been serving as Interim County Extension Director for Santa Rosa County and that temporary position will be ending soon, as Santa Rosa has hired a new CED. For information purposes, there is a 3% salary increase included in the FY19/20 County budget. Extension was approved for funding to replace the chairs in the auditorium. A modular building is being installed on the 4-H property in Molino. We have two 24x38 modular classrooms that came from the 90&9 Boys Ranch. One of the classrooms has exterior access to a restroom. Both provide climate-controlled meeting/teaching space. A 26' storage building has also been placed on the property and will be used for storage of program supplies. The property has been greatly utilized this year. In the Spring there was a livestock show and another show is scheduled for September 28th. Libbie Johnson was recognized at the State Extension meeting as being a part of the Florida promotion video. Libbie very well represented the State of Florida in spreading Extension's broad reach. Brian Estevez was recognized for being chosen 'Mentor of the Year' for 2019, and also our Military 4-H Club was recognized for their programming. Our Expanded Food & Nutrition Program (EFNEP) received the Golden Gator award recognizing them for demonstrating synergy and success through working together in a cohesive and productive way. This award celebrates the results of positive outcomes resulting from a unified, driven team. It is noted that our 4-H program has increased in members and programming as a result of Jereme Johnson's coming on board as a Program Assistant. Great news! It was noted that UF has a new training program available to Agents with regard to budgeting for programming. The training includes information for internal and external funding opportunities, better delivery notifications, and digital outreach through Facebook videos and county Public Information departments. Nick Simmons noted that he will be engaging speakers from our local program partners to present to the Council involving collaborative efforts between Extension and our community. Anne Peterson noted that she felt our parking lot was not big enough and that Extension & 4-H visitors, along with the many walkers on our campus, were competing for parking spaces. She asked about putting signs in the parking areas encouraging walkers to park in the Extension parking lot versus the 4-H parking lot. It was mentioned that the walking track has brought many visitors to our campus. Beth Bolles mentioned that Master Gardeners are looking at avenues to count the foot traffic in and out of the Demonstration Garden. Also, the Master Gardeners have received a grant that will be used to purchase a Welcome sign at the garden's entrance. Beth Bolles also reminded everyone about the Master Gardener's upcoming program - the Garden to Table Expo, which will be held on our campus on Saturday, October 26, 2019, 8:00 am - noon.

8.					Adjournment Motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:03 pm was made by James Theisen, seconded by Sonia Bush, and carried unanimously.

					* Members of the Public Must Sign Up in Order to Speak * The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, IFAS, Florida A. & M. University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating