Agenda

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 Barry.

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 - Check for $28,144.53, presented by David Bryant, Treasurer of the Friends of the West Florida Public Library, to Todd Humble, Library Services Director.

7.

16150

Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action:

A. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Denee Rudd, an Administrative Supervisor in the Waste Services Department, on her selection as the "Employee of the Month" for June 2019;

B. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Mike Crittenden, Escambia County Mass Transit Department Director, on his retirement, and expressing the Board's appreciation to Mike, retiring as a dedicated County employee committed to excellence; and

C. Ratify the Proclamation dated May 17, 2019, commending and congratulating Sharon D. Jones and the Phenomenal Women Debutante Program on their 20th year celebration.

8.

16125

Retirement Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the following Retirement Proclamations:

A. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Floyd D. Armstrong, Criminal Justice Specialist II, Corrections Department, Community Corrections Division on 14 years of dedicated service;

B. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Billy J. Brazwell, Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, Jail Division on 8 years of dedicated service; and

C. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Betty A. Rivers, Corrections Officer, Corrections Department, Detention Division on 21 years of dedicated service.

9.

16237

Years of Service Recognition.

Recommendation: That the Board recognize, with a pin and certificate, John Danley, Electrical Maintenance Shop Supervisor, for his dedication in 35 years of service to Escambia County.

10.

Written Communication

16146

May 3, 2019, communication from Jessica Ruffin requesting Lien relief for property located at 7410 Floyd Drive.

Recommendation: That the Board review and consider the Lien relief request made by Jessica Ruffin, owner of the property, against 7410 Floyd Drive.

On August 21, 2014, the Board amended the "Guidelines for Relief from Environmental (Code) Enforcement Special Magistrate Liens" policy, Section III, H2. Staff was instructed to review all requests for forgiveness of Environmental (Code) Enforcement Liens to determine if the request met the criteria for forgiveness and allowing the County Administrator to act on the Board's behalf if set criteria are met.

After reviewing the request for forgiveness of liens, staff made the determination that the request does not fall within the criteria that would allow the County Administrator to act on the Board's behalf and grant relief, in accordance with the Board's Policy, "Guidelines for Relief from Environmental (Code) Enforcement Special Magistrate Liens" Policy, Section III, H2.

Owner, Jessica Ruffin, is asking the Board to approve a partial release for 7410 Floyd Drive from all Special Magistrate Liens at no cost to her and leave all the liens attached to the prior owner/violator.

11.

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.

12.

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 110

I. Consent Agenda

1.

16179

Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of the April 30, 2019 Investment Report.

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the Investment Portfolio Summary Report for the month ended April 30, 2019, as required by Ordinance Number 95-13; on April 30, 2019, the portfolio market value was $354,562,779 and portfolio earnings totaled $629,592 for the month; the short term portfolio yield 2.15%, which should be compared to the S&P Government Index Pool Index 30 Day benchmark of 2.48%; the long-term CORE portfolio achieved a yield of 2.41%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1-5 Year Treasury Index benchmark of 2.29%.

2.

16175

RecommendationConcerning Acceptance of TDT Collection Data for the March 2019 Returns Received in April 2019

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Tourist Development Tax (TDT) Collections Data for the March 2019 returns received in the month of April 2019, as prepared by the Finance Department of the Clerk and Comptroller's Office; this is the seventh month of collections for the Fiscal Year 2019; total collections for the month of March 2019 returns was $1,074,487.21; this is an 8.88% increase over the March 2018 returns; total collections year to date are 10.41% more than the comparable timeframe in Fiscal Year 2018.

3.

16262

Recommendation Concerning a Document Provided for Filing with the Board's Minutes

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Fiscal Year 2018 Northwest Florida Water Management District Financial Statements, as provided to the Clerk to the Board's Office by Amanda Bedenbaugh, Chief, Bureau of Finance and Accounting, Northwest Florida Water Management District.

4.

16163

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 Committee of the Whole Workshop held May 9, 2019;

B. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Gary Sansing Public Forum held May 16, 2019; and

C. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held May 16, 2019.

GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT

I. Public Hearing

1.

16148

Recommendation Concerning the Review of the Rezoning Cases heard by the Planning Board on May 7, 2019

That the Board take the following action concerning the rezoning cases heard by the Planning Board on May 7, 2019:

Review and either adopt, modify, or overturn the Planning Board’s recommendations for Rezoning Cases Z-2019-06 and Z-2019-07 or remand the case(s) 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-2019-06
	Address:	23 Arthur Lane
	Property Reference No.:	36-1S-30-9002-011-028
	Property Size:	1.01(+/-) acres
	From:	HDMU, High Density Mixed use (25 du/acre)
	To:	HC/LI-NA, Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial district, prohibiting the subsequent establishment of any microbreweries, microdistilleries, microwineries, bars, nightclubs, or adult entertainment uses (25 du/acre) Applicant requested to go to Commercial (Com) zoning
	FLU Category:	MU-U, Mixed Use Urban
	Commissioner District:	5
	Requested by:	June Baird Guerra, Owner
	Planning Board Recommendation:	Approval of Commercial (Com)
	Speakers:	June Baird Guerra

2.	Case No.:	Z-2019-07
	Address:	2400 Gulf Beach Hwy
	Property Reference:	35-2S-31-1000-018-071
	Property Size:	.79(+/-) acres
	From:	HDMU, High Density Mixed use (25 du/acre)
	To:	HC/LI-NA, Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial district, prohibiting the subsequent establishment of any microbreweries, microdistilleries, microwineries, bars, nightclubs, or adult entertainment uses (25 du/acre)
	FLU Category:	MU-U, Mixed Use Urban
	Commissioner District:	2
	Requested by:	Wiley C. "Buddy" Page, Agent for Linda Raney Trust
	Planning Board Recommendation:	Denial
	Speakers:	Buddy Page

2.

16213

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 May 7, 2019, and approved during the previous agenda item and to provide for severability, inclusion in the code, and an effective date.

II. Action Item

1.

16239

Recommendation Concerning the Issuance of a 14-day Consecutive Temporary Concrete Permit for the Crushing and/or Pulverizing of Excess Concrete Located and Generated at an Existing Concrete Batch Plant Known as American Concrete Supply, Inc.

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and approve, modify, or deny the issuance of a 14-day temporary concrete crushing permit for American Concrete Supply, Inc., for the next 45 days to allow for the crushing and/or pulverizing of its own aggregate material on site.

2.

16263

Recommendation Concerning the Issuance of a 14-day Consecutive Temporary Concrete Permit for the Crushing and/or Pulverizing of Excess Concrete Located and Generated at an Existing Concrete Batch Plant Known as Ready Mix USA, LLC

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and approve, modify, or deny the issuance of a 14-day temporary concrete crushing permit for Ready Mix USA, LLC, for the next 45 days to allow for the crushing and/or pulverizing of its own aggregate material on site.

III. Consent Agenda

1.

16149

Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of Public Hearings

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

June 20, 2019
9:15 a.m. - A Public Hearing -Bellview Site Contractors, Inc. Permit Renewal

Summary: Recycling facility Permit Renewal for Bellview Site Contractors, Inc. Concrete & Asphalt Recycling Facility

July 18, 2019
9:15 a.m. - A Public hearing - Small Scale Map Amendment 2019-01 - 40 E Hope St.

Summary: A small-scale amendment to the future land use (FLU) map to change the FLU category of a 3.09 (+/-) acre parcel from Industrial (I) to Mixed Use Urban (MU-U).

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT

I. Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda

1.

16206

Recommendation Concerning the Limited Noise Waiver of the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for Louie's Tavern Bream Tournament - Tim Tolbert, Building Official/Department Director

That the Board review and approve the "Special Event Permit Application" for a limited waiver of the noise restrictions imposed by the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for the Louie's Tavern Bream Tournament, to include a live band, being held at Louie's Tavern, 271 Molino Road, Molino, Florida, on Saturday, June 8, 2019, from 4:00 p.m., to 11:59 p.m.

2.

16166

Recommendation Concerning the Limited Noise Waiver of the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for the Five Flags Speedway Fireworks Display - Tim Tolbert, Building Official/Department Director

That the Board review and approve the "Special Event Permit Application" for a limited waiver of the noise restrictions imposed by the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for the Fireworks Display presented by Five Flags Speedway, located at 7451 Pine Forest Road, Pensacola, Florida, 32526, on June 21, 2019, from 8:00 p.m., to 9:00 p.m.

3.

16209

Recommendation Concerning the Limited Noise Waiver of the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for the Nature Trail Homeowners Association Fireworks Display - Tim Tolbert, Building Official/Department Director

That the Board review and approve the "Special Event Permit Application" for a limited waiver of the noise restrictions imposed by the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for the Nature Trail Homeowners Association (HOA) Fireworks Display being held at 8775 Foxtail Loop, Pensacola, Florida, on Saturday, June 29, 2019, from 8:45 p.m., to 9:00 p.m.

4.

16210

Recommendation Concerning the Limited Waiver of the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for the 4th of July Fireworks Displays presented by Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce - Tim Tolbert, Building Official/Department Director

That the Board approve the following individual "Special Event Permit Application" for a limited waiver of the noise restrictions imposed by the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance regarding Pensacola Beach, allowing the number of sound decibels to exceed 70 dbA (sound level measured by taking four sound readings over a continuous 15 minute period, with the four readings taken at approximately equal intervals at or within the property boundary of the receiving land use) for the Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Fireworks Display to be launched from a barge off Quietwater Beach on July 4, 2019, from 8:30 p.m., to 9:00 p.m.

5.

16180

Recommendation Concerning the 2019 National Association of Counties Annual Conference Voting Credentials Form - Matt Coughlin, Interim County Administrator

That the Board take the following action concerning the 2019 National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference, July 12-16, 2019, in Clark County, Nevada:

A. Designate Commissioner Lumon J. May, as Escambia County's delegate, and Commissioner Robert Bender, as Escambia County's Alternate delegate; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the 2019 NACo Voting Credentials Form and return it to Lauren Wilson, Credentials Committee, National Association of Counties, by June 28, 2019.

6.

16198

Recommendation Concerning Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes, May 2, 2019 - Tonya Green, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the May 2, 2019, Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Meeting Minutes, prepared by Melanie Johnson, CRA Administrative Assistant.

7.

16168

Recommendation Concerning Appointment to the CareerSource Escarosa Board of Directors - Tonya Green, Neighborhood & Human Services Director

That the Board confirm the appointment of Michael Listau, Department Head, Applied Technology & Professional Services, Pensacola State College, to the CareerSource Escarosa Board of Directors, as Education and Training representative replacing Dr. Erin Spicer, Pensacola State College, who has resigned.

In accordance with the CareerSource Escarosa By-Laws, there is a "no expiration" term for non-private sector representatives to the Board of Directors. The date of the appointment shall begin immediately upon approval by the Board.

8.

16234

Recommendation Concerning Request for Disposition of Property for the Neighborhood Enterprise Division - Tonya Green, Neighborhood & Human Services Department

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the Neighborhood Enterprise Division for equipment described on the Disposition Form to be auctioned as surplus or disposed of properly.

9.

16212

Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Corrections Department - William R. Powell, Director of Corrections

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the Corrections Department, listing three items. The listed items have been found to be of no further usefulness to the County; thus, it is requested that they be approved for disposal.

10.

16189

Recommendation Concerning a Right of Entry License Agreement with the University of West Florida for Environmental Monitoring of University of West Florida Property on Pensacola Beach - J. Taylor "Chips" Kirschenfeld, Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Right of Entry License Agreement with the University of West Florida (UWF), allowing for the temporary right to enter onto UWF property for the purpose of monitoring sea turtle activity and nesting along the Gulf of Mexico, to be effective once executed by both parties.

[Funding Source: N/A - sea turtle monitoring on the UWF property will be conducted utilizing existing staff and volunteers]

11.

16171

Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling and Advertising of Two Public Hearings to Designate Atwood, Ensley, Oakfield and Cantonment Community Redevelopment Areas as Brownfield Areas - J. Taylor "Chips" Kirschenfeld, Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board take the following action concerning two Public Hearings to receive public input on the designation of Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs) in Atwood, Ensley, Oakfield, and Cantonment as Brownfield Areas for the purposes of economic development and environmental rehabilitation:

A. Approve the scheduling and advertising of the first of two Public Hearings on June 20, 2019, at 9:01 a.m.; and

B. Approve the scheduling and advertising of the second of two Public Hearings on July 18, 2019, at 9:01 a.m.

12.

16238

Recommendation Concerning the Memorandum of Understanding Between the Friends of West Florida Public Library, Inc., and Escambia County - Todd Humble, Library Services Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Friends of West Florida Public Library and Escambia County:

A. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding to establish the terms and conditions under which the relationship between West Florida Public Library and the Friends of the West Florida Public Library is memorialized; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the MOU.

13.

16285

Recommendation Concerning a Letter of Support for the Revised Aquaculture Submerged Land Lease in Escambia Bay - Commissioner Robert Bender, District 4

That the Board authorize the Chairman to sign and send the provided letters of support for the revised Application submitted by Mr. Tyler Massey, Gulf Coast Oyster Farm, LLC, for an Aquaculture Submerged Land lease located approximately five acres north of Donnie McMahon, Pensacola Bay Oyster Company's lease in Escambia Bay to the Honorable Nicole Fried, Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services, State of Florida, and Portia Sapp, Director, Division of Aquaculture, Department of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, State of Florida.

II. Budget/Finance Consent Agenda

1.

16173

Recommendation Concerning FWC Agreement No. 15153-A2 (Amendment No. 2) with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for the Escambia County NRDA Artificial Reef Construction Project 2015-2016 - J. Taylor "Chips" Kirschenfeld, Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the FWC Agreement No. 15153-A2 (Amendment No. 2) with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, relating to the Escambia County NRDA (Natural Resources Damages Assessment) Artificial Reef Construction Project 2015-2016, which will increase the available funds for this project from $2,701,795.15 to $2,883,285.48; increase the cumulative maximum allowable module footprint from 57,719 square feet to 59,729 square feet; and extend the expiration date to December 31, 2020.

[Funding Source: Fund 118, Gulf Coast Restoration Fund, Cost Center 222004. This Amendment No. 2 increases Fund 118 Budget by $181,490.33. No County matching funds are required under this Agreement.]

2.

16174

Recommendation Concerning FWC Agreement No. 15104-A3 (Amendment No. 3) with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for the Ex-Oriskany PCB Artificial Reef Monitoring Project - J. Taylor “Chips” Kirschenfeld, Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign FWC Agreement No. 15104-A3 (Amendment No. 3) with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), relating to the Ex-Oriskany PCB Artificial Reef Monitoring Project, which will extend the Agreement expiration date from December 31, 2019, to December 31, 2020; increase the number of individual reef fish PCB samples analyzed from 141 to 143 fish; and increase the maximum compensation from $105,750 to $107,250.

[Funding Source: Fund 110, Other Grants and Projects Fund, Cost Center 220338, Oriskany PCB Monitoring. No matching funds are required]

3.

16157

Recommendation Concerning the Juvenile Justice Detention Center Lease at 1800 St. Mary Avenue - Robert E. Dye, Interim Director, Facilities Management

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the State of Florida, Agreement for Modification, Modification Number 2, Bureau of Leasing, Department of Management Services Form 4040, for the extension of the Lease with the Department of Juvenile Justice, for the lease of 30,355 square feet, located at the Theodore Bruno Juvenile Justice Center, 1800 St. Mary Avenue, Pensacola, Florida, from July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2023.

[Funding: Rent from this Lease will be deposited into the General Fund (001). Rent for the first year will be $353,805.85]

4.

16169

Recommendation Concerning the Agreement with the City of Pensacola for Interruptible Natural Gas Service - Robert E. Dye, Facilities Management Interim 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, 1700 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. 13-18); 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]

5.

16214

Recommendation Concerning Utilization of the Third of Three Possible One-Year Extensions Provided for in the Agreement for Commissary Services for the Escambia County Road Prison, PD13-14.044 - William R. Powell, Director of Corrections

That the Board approve the utilization of the third of three possible one-year extensions provided for under Section 2 of PD13-14.044, Agreement for Commissary Services for the Escambia County Road Prison, between Escambia County, Florida, and Kimble's Food by Design, Inc.

[Funding: This is a revenue generating Agreement benefiting the Road Prison's Commissary Trust revenue account; Fund 175, Account 342301]

6.

16221

Recommendation Concerning a Bureau of Justice Grant Application for Correctional Officer Bulletproof Vest Funding - William R. Powell, Director of Corrections

That the Board take the following action regarding the Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant Application for Correctional Officer Bulletproof Vest Funding:

A. Approve the Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant Application for Correctional Officer Bulletproof Vest funding requesting $23,480. This grant program requires a 50% match ($11,740) that will be paid from existing department funds, that will be utilized to purchase 40 bulletproof vests for the Escambia County Road Prison Road Crew Officers providing potentially lifesaving vests to correctional officers. These officers are utilized to provide required oversight to inmate work crews disbursed throughout the County; and

B. Authorize the department to electronically submit the Application on behalf of the Board through the Bureau of Justice Assistance grant portal.

[Match Funding: Fund 001, General Revenue, Cost Center 290401]

7.

16227

Recommendation Concerning Approval of the Application for Funding Assistance Through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to Support a Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program for Escambia County Corrections in the Amount of $100,000 - William R. Powell, Director of Corrections

That the Board take the following action concerning the Application for support of a residential substance abuse treatment program for Escambia County Corrections, in the amount of $100,000:

A. Approve the Application for Funding Assistance regarding the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Grant, requesting $100,000. This Grant requires a 25% match ($25,000) that will be paid from existing department funds. This Grant will be utilized to support the implementation of a residential substance abuse treatment program within Escambia County Corrections; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Application for Funding Assistance to include the Lobbying, Debarment and Drug Free Workplace Certification related to the Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Grant Program.

[Match Funding: Fund 111, Detention/Jail Commissary Fund, Cost Center 290406]

8.

16188

Recommendation Concerning Benefit Administration System - Paulette Stallworth, Interim Human Resources Director

That the Board take the following action concerning a new Benefit Administration System:

A. Approve awarding the PlanSource Statement of Services and Software as a Service (SaaS) Agreement to PlanSource for providing Web Based Benefit Services to include a one-time implementation cost of $15,000 (120 days for implementation) and a guarantee rate per the Agreement starting when the system goes live for 36 months;

B. Authorize a Purchase Order in the amount of $250,000, for the implementation cost and monthly charges to September 30, 2020;

C. Authorize USI to contact WageWorks and ACAWise to terminate our present contracts early, on or before August 31, 2019, to end coverage as of midnight September 30, 2019; and

D. Authorize the County Administrator to sign the PlanSource Statement of Services and the Software as a Service Agreement.

[Funding Source: Fund 501, Internal Service Fund; Cost Center 150108, Object Code 53101 and 54501]

9.

16235

Recommendation Concerning Amendment #1 to Agreement for State Housing Initiatives Partnership Housing Counseling Services - Tonya Green, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning Amendment #1 to Agreement for State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Housing Counseling Services:

A. Approve Amendment #1 to Agreement for SHIP Program Housing Counseling Services with Community Enterprise Investments, Inc. (CEII), to extend the program activities through August 31, 2019; and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute the Agreement and related forms as required to implement the Agreement.

[Funds: Fund 120, 2017 SHIP, Cost Center 370204]

10.

16248

Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements - Tonya Green, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following June 6, 2019, 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 five Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements:

1. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Bert Thomas Black and Helen S. Black, owners of residential property located at 6226 Vicksburg Drive, Oakfield Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $6,000, representing an in-kind match through the Oakfield Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370121, replacement roof;

2. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Joseph D. Cooper and Maria C. Cooper, owners of residential property located at 6208 Confederate Drive, Oakfield Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $5,495, representing an in-kind match through the Oakfield Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370121, replacement roof;

3. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Leon V. Dulion, III, and Nell B. Dulion, owners of residential property located at 427 Sharpsburg Loop, Oakfield Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $3,816, representing an in-kind match through the Oakfield Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370121, replacement windows and storm shutter installation;

4. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Winston E. Evans, owner of residential property located at 3 Audusson Avenue, Oakfield Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $3,048, representing an in-kind match through the Oakfield Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370121, replacement roof;

5. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Gary S. Holloway, owner of residential property located at 6612 Flagler Drive, Oakfield Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $2,950, representing an in-kind match through the Oakfield Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370121, replacement roof; and

B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement the Grant awards.

11.

16199

Recommendation Concerning the Cancellation of Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens - Tonya Green, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following June 6, 2019, 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 cancellations of 10 Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens, as the Grant recipients have met their one-year of compliance with the Residential Rehab Grant Program:

Property Owners	Address	Amount
Mary K. Hall and Dustin M. Reeves	2117 and 2119 Eliasberg Avenue	$2,975
James W. Lent, Jr., and Joanne M. Breen Trustees for James W. Lent, Jr., and Joanne M. Breen Revocable Inter Vivos Trust 5/21/13	25 Manor Drive	$6,000
Noel L. Munoz	111 Kalash Road	$2,615
Richard B. Page	307 South First Street	$3,588
Milton C. Patejdl	508 South First Street	$2,100
S & J Properties of Pensacola, LLC	24 Kincaid Street	$1,775
Timothy S. Smith, Jr.	310 Sunset Avenue	$4,400
Terri Stine	12 Nimitz Court	$5,000
Gregg E. Torres	503 Mandalay Drive	$6,000
Robert F. and Carolyn A. Wilson	428 South First Street	$3,370

B. Authorizing the Chairman to execute the Cancellation of Lien documents.

12.

16211

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #166 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #166, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110), in the amount of $1,087, to recognize interest and unrecognized gains from the 2016 Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for the Escambia County Sheriff's Department, to support bike patrol activities. These funds will cover the payment of the final invoice from the Sheriff and close out the Grant.

13.

16228

Recommendation Concerning Contract Renewal for Grounds Keeping for the West Florida Libraries Maintenance Agreement - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board approve the utilization of the first of two possible one-year renewal periods provided for under Section 2 of the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and Gulf Coast Environmental Contractors, Inc., for PD 15-16.018, Grounds Keeping for West Florida Libraries Maintenance Agreement, in the amount of $11,490.

[Funding: Fund 113, Library Fund; Cost Center 110502, Maintenance; Object Code 53401, Other Contractual Services]

14.

16190

Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of One 20-Person Inmate Transport Vehicle for the Corrections Department - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board take the following action:

A. Approve and authorize the County to utilize the Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program contract BT01-19, in accordance with the Escambia County, Florida Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-44, Application; Exemptions; and Section 46-64, Board Approval, and Award a Purchase Order, for the purchase of a 2019 Starcraft Allstar 26' with Inmate Transport Package, per the terms and conditions of PD 18-19.040, 20-Person Inmate Transport Vehicle.

B. Authorize the Interim County Administrator to execute a Purchase Order to Creative Bus Sales, Inc., in the amount of $81,244.15.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III; Object Code 290407, Detention Capital Project; Object Code 56401, Machinery & Equipment; Project Code 14SH2738]

15.

16229

Recommendation Concerning the Funding Allocation to Support Gallery Night Special Sponsorship Opportunity - Commissioner Lumon May, District 3

That the Board approve the funding allocation of $500 from Commissioner Lumon May's discretionary fund to sponsor Gallery Night Pensacola and Alabama State University Honeybeez Dance Troupe.

[Funding: Fund 001, Discretionary Money, Cost Center 110101, Object Code 58201]

16.

16230

Recommendation Concerning the Funding Allocation to Support City Streets to Student Athletes - Commissioner Lumon May, District 3

That the Board approve the funding allocation of $500 from Commissioner Lumon May's discretionary fund to sponsor City Streets to Student Athletes travel to Florida State University to participate in their annual High School All-Position Camp, from June 14 -16, 2019.

[Funding: Fund 001, Discretionary Money, Cost Center 110101, Object Code 58201]

17.

16231

Recommendation Concerning the Funding Allocation to Support Light Up Learning - Early Learning Studer Community Institute - Commissioner Lumon May, District 3

That the Board approve the funding allocation of $2,500 from Commissioner Lumon May's discretionary fund to support Light Up Learning - Early Learning Studer Community Institute.

[Funding: Fund 001, Discretionary Money, Cost Center 110101, Object Code 58201]

18.

16232

Recommendation Concerning the Funding Allocation to Support the Pensacola Branch National Association for the Advancement of Colored People 29th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet - Commissioner Lumon May, District 3

That the Board approve the funding allocation of $300 from Commissioner Lumon May's discretionary fund to sponsor the Pensacola Branch National Association for the Advancement of Colored People's (NAACP) 29th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet, on July 12, 2019.

[Funding: Fund 001, Discretionary Money, Cost Center 110101, Object Code 58201]

19.

16187

Recommendation Concerning the Annual Renewal of Contract PD 14-15.030 (Bob Sikes Bridge Toll System Upgrade) - Joy Jones, P.E., Engineering Department Director

That the Board approve the annual allocation, in the amount of $183,499.46, plus an additional 10% ($18,349.95) for equipment repairs, for the Time and Materials Maintenance Contract Agreement, PD 14-15.030, for the Bob Sikes Bridge Toll System Upgrade Project, through July 7, 2020, to Transcore, LP.

[Funding: Funds are available in Fund 167, "Bob Sikes Toll Facility," Cost Center 140301, Object Codes 54601 and 53401]

20.

16159

Recommendation Concerning Contract Award for Installation, Refurbish, and Removal of Pavement Markings and Associated Items - Joy Jones, P.E., Engineering Department Director

That the Board amend its action of February 7, 2019, Section II, Item #18, approving and authorizing the Interim County Administrator to sign the Agreements Relating to Pavement Markings between Escambia County and Gulf Coast Traffic Engineers, Inc., and Ozark Striping Company, Inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 18-19.007, Installation, Refurbish, and Removal of Pavement Markings and Associated Items, with a total Fiscal Year 2018-2019 expenditure of $300,000, to increase the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 expenditure to $650,000, and add cost centers to the Recommendation.

[Funding: Fund 175, Transportation Trust Fund; Cost Center 211201, Traffic Operations, Object Code 54601, Repair and Maintenance, $500,000; Fund 352, Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) III, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Various Project Numbers $50,000; Fund 353, LOST IV, Cost Center 210106, Object Code 56301, Various Project Numbers $50,000; Fund 167 Bob Sikes Bridge Fund, Cost Center 140302, Object Code 54601, $50,000]

21.

16160

Recommendation Concerning Issuance of a Change Order on Contract PD 16-17.083, to Ingram Signalization, Inc., for Signal Response Maintenance - Joy Jones, P.E., Engineering Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the Interim County Administrator to execute the following Change Order to Ingram Signalization, Inc., on Contract PD 16-17.083, for the Signal Response Maintenance Contract:

Department:	Engineering
Division:	Transportation and Traffic
Type:	Addition
Amount:	$75,000
Vendor:	Ingram Signalization, Inc.
Project Name:	Signal Response Maintenance
Contract:	PD 16-17.083
PO#:	190846
CO#:	1
Original Contract Award:	$175,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through this CO:	$75,000
New Contract Amount:	$250,000

This project is located in Commission Districts 1-5.

[Funding Source: Fund 175, Transportation Trust Fund, Cost Center 211201, Object Code 54601]

22.

16197

Recommendation Concerning Issuance of a Change Order on Contract PD 17-18.048, to B&W Utilities, Inc., for the East Carver Park Drainage Improvement Project - Joy Jones, P.E., Engineering Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the Interim County Administrator to execute the following Change Order to B&W Utilities, Inc., on Contract PD 17-18.048, for the East Carver Park Drainage Improvement Project:

Department:	Engineering
Division:	Construction Management
Type:	Addition
Amount:	$50,547.20
Vendor:	B&W Utilities, Inc.
Project Name:	East Carver Park Drainage Improvement Project
Contract:	PD 17-18.048
PO#:	181426
CO#:	4
Original Contract Award:	$1,291,129.48
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through this CO:	$202,471.40
New Contract Amount:	$1,493,600.88

This project is located in Commission District 5.

[Funding Source: Fund 352, Local Options Sales Tax III, Transportation and Drainage, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Project Number 14EN2605 and 13EN2395]

23.

16161

Recommendation Concerning the Issuance of Fiscal Year 2018/2019 Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000, for the Public Works Department - Joy Jones, P.E., Engineering Department Director

That the Board, for Fiscal Year 2018/2019, approve the issuance of blanket and/or individual Purchase Orders, in excess of $50,000, based upon previously-awarded Contracts, Contractual Agreements or annual requirements for the Public Works Department, and amend its action of December 6, 2018, on Item II-39 Item #G, to add vendors and cost centers that were inadvertently omitted from the original Recommendation:

	Vendor/Contractor	Amount	Contract Number
G	General Drainage and Paving Agreement - Paving and Drainage Projects $1,000,000 for each vendor Allsouth Construction Services, LLC Vendor Number 420550 Chavers Construction Vendor Number 032335 Gulf Atlantic Constructors Vendor Number 843895 J Miller Construction Vendor Number 133404 Midsouth Paving, Inc. Vendor Number 133305 Infrastructure Specialty Services Vendor Number 420809 Panhandle Grading and Paving Vendor Number 160114 Roads, Inc. of NWF Vendor Number 182328 Utility Services Co., Inc. Vendor Number 211593 B&W Utilities, Inc. Vendor Number 420661 Site and Utility, LLC Vendor Number 420683 Gulf Marine Construction, Inc. Vendor Number 072896 Heaton Brothers Construction Company, Inc. Vendor Number 081314 Principle Properties. Inc. Vendor Number 420785 Fund 175 (Transportation Trust Fund) Cost Centers 211201/211602/211101 Fund 181 (Master Drainage Basin Fund) Cost Centers 210719-210736 Fund 352 (LOST III) Cost Centers 210107/350229/210123 Fund 353 (LOST IV) Cost Centers 210106/350221 Fund 151 (CRA) Cost Center 370113 (Brownsville)	$1,000,000 per vendor annually	PD 16-17.081

[Funding source: Funding is budgeted in the various accounts and cost centers listed]

24.

16181

Recommendation Concerning the Order Form, Terms and Conditions and Amendment to Terms and Agreement with Zoll Data Systems, Inc. - John Dosh, Interim Public Safety Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the reinstatement of "Rescue Net ePCR" software components and annual maintenance with Zoll Data Systems, Inc., for Escambia County EMS:

A. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Order Form with Zoll Data Systems Inc., to reinstate the "Rescue Net" ePCR software system for Escambia County EMS Operations for the term of one year, in the total amount of $64,426, to include a one-time fee of $39,726 (reinstatement fee of $25,000 and training and travel expenses of $14,726) to be paid immediately and maintenance fees totaling $24,700, to be paid monthly, starting August 1, 2019, in the amount of $2,058.33; and

B. Approve the Zoll Terms and Conditions and corresponding Amendment to the Terms and Conditions and authorize the Chairman to execute the Amendment.

[Funding: Fund 408, Emergency Medical Service Fund, Cost Center 330302, EMS, Object Code 54601, Repair & Maintenance, $31,175 ; and

Fund 408, Emergency Medical Service Fund, Cost Center 330302, EMS, Object Code 53401, Other Contractual Services, $14,726]

25.

16155

Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of Two 2019 Chevy Silverado 5500 HD WT (CK56403/GZX) for the Waste Services Department - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board take the following action:

A. Authorize the County to utilize the Sourcewell (formerly NJPA) Purchasing Contract 2019-120716-NAF, in accordance with the Escambia County, Florida Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-44, Application; Exemptions; and Section 46-64, Board approval, for the purchase of two 2019 Chevy Silverado 5500 HD WT (CK56403/GZX); and

B. Authorize the Interim County Administrator to sign the Purchase Order to Alan Jay Chevrolet Cadillac, Inc. d/b/a Alan Jay Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac, for two 2019 Chevy Silverado 5500 HD WT (CK56403/GZX), per the terms and conditions of solicitation VE 18-19.021, in the amount of $120,476 (each vehicle priced at $60,238).

In an effort to encourage competition from local businesses, and in compliance with Board-adopted policy, this vehicle purchase was advertised on the Escambia County web site for 30 days. No solicitation responses were received.

[Funding: Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund; Cost Center 230314, SWM Operations; Object Code 56401, Machinery & Equipment]

26.

16247

Recommendation Concerning Contract Award for Re-Solicitation Livestock Collection and Boarding Services Contract - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board approve and authorize the Interim County Administrator to sign the following:

A. Livestock Collection and Boarding Agreement between Escambia County and Josh Weekley, per the terms and conditions of PD 18-19.035, Re-Solicitation Livestock Collection and Boarding Services Contract for an estimated annual amount of $30,000; and

B. Livestock Collection Truck and Trailer Agreement between Escambia County and Josh Weekley, per the terms and conditions of PD 18-19.035, Re-Solicitation Livestock Collection and Boarding Services Contract, for the lease of a 2012 Chevrolet 3500 Truck, VIN 1GC4KZCG5CF231471, for a fee of $1.00 per year.

[Funding: Fund 101, Animal Control Fund, Cost Center 250207, Object Code 53401]

27.

16264

Recommendation Concerning Approval for Price Increase Related to PD 16-17.074, Re-Bid Refuse and Recycling Services for Escambia County Facilities - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board take the following action regarding price increases relating to PD 16-17.074, Re-Bid Refuse and Recycling Services for Escambia County Facilities:

A. Approve and authorize the first request for an operational price increase of 2.5%, to cover increases in cost to Republic Services. This is the first request for a price increase. The price increase request and operational cost increases have been reviewed and approved by Robert Dye, Interim Facilities Manager; and

B. Authorize the increase in the Recycling Tipping Fee charged by Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA), from $15/ton to $25/ton, effective May 1, 2019.

28.

16241

Recommendation Concerning Contract Award for Financial Auditing Services - Paul Nobles, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and Warren Averett, LLC, per the terms and condition of PD 18-19.004, Financial Auditing Services, as follows:

1. Year 1, in the amount of $220,000;
2. Year 2, in the amount of $222,200;
3. Year 3, in the amount of $224,422;
4. Year 4, in the amount of $226,666; and
5. Year 5, in the amount of $228,933.

Grand Total Price for Audit Services for 5 years - $1,122,221.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 140201, Object Code 53101]

III. For Discussion

1.

16208

Recommendation Concerning State Law Enforcement Trust Fund - Henrique Dias, Chief Financial Officer, Escambia County Sheriff's Office Finance Division

That the Board approve the following allocations of Law Enforcement Trust (LET) Funds, per the requirements of F.S. 932.7055(5), for Outside Agency partners in Escambia County for Fiscal Year 2018/2019:

A. Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch, in the amount of $2,500;

B. J.M. Tate High School FFA Foundation, Inc., in the amount of $7,500; and

C. Tate High School Color Guard, in the amount of $1,000.

Upon approval of these funding allocations, the Sheriff’s Office will process all appropriate paperwork and submit for payment from LET Funds to the Escambia Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller.

[Funding Source: Fund 121, Law Enforcement Trust Fund, Cost Center 540103, Aids to Private Organizations 58201]

2.

16182

Recommendation Concerning Amending the Building Services Department Schedule of Fees to Support the Implementation of a Three-Tiered Job Classification System that Promotes Multi-Certification for Inspectors - Tim Tolbert, Building Official/Department Director

That the Board take the following action:

A. Adopt a Resolution amending the Escambia County Building Services Department (BSD) Schedule of Fees, as provided; and

B. Approve the implementation of a three-tiered job classification system for Building Code Inspectors that promotes multi-certification.

3.

16203

Recommendation Concerning the Acquisition of Real Property Located at 123 Diego Circle for the Erress Boulevard and Diego Circle Blight Reduction Project - Tonya Green, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board either approve, by super majority vote, or deny the following action:

A. Authorize the purchase of real property located at 123 Diego Circle, from 5T Wealth Partners, LP, a California limited partnership, for the Erress Boulevard and Diego Circle Blight Reduction Project, in the amount of $9,500 (County's appraised value is $8,000);

B. Approve the Contract for Sale and Purchase for the acquisition of real property located at 123 Diego Circle (.0384 acres); and

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

This parcel is located in District 3.

[Funding: Fund 129/2017 CDBG, Cost Center 370231]

4.

16226

Recommendation Concerning the Bill Dispute with Frontier Communications - John Dosh, Interim Public Safety Director

That the Board choose one of the following options concerning a bill dispute with Frontier Communications relating to charges associated with the Walnut Hill Fire Department, accruing from 3/20/15 to the present, in the total amount of $14,583.45, as of the 3/20/19 Statement:

A. Accept the offer of a 90-day credit at the current monthly invoice amount (approximately $645) and authorize payment of the remaining account balance; or

B. Authorize the County Attorney's Office to engage in settlement negotiations to resolve the dispute and, if necessary, pursue all available legal remedies.

[Funding: Fund 143, Fire Services, Cost Center 330302, Fire Department Paid, Object Code 54101, Communications]

5.

16204

Recommendation Concerning EMS Billing Assistance - John Dosh, Interim Public Safety Director

That the Board choose one of the following options concerning EMS billing assistance:

A. Approve and authorize the Interim County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and Fire Recovery EMS, per the terms and conditions of PD 18-19.055, EMS Billing Assistance, at a rate of $22.50 per processed claim, with an estimated contract amount of $180,000 - $200,000 for the processing of all outstanding claims within the next 100 days, with no additional training required; or

B. Approve and authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order to Blue Arbor in the amount of $100,000, for the temporary employment of additional Medical Records Technicians to assist the EMS Billing Department with the processing of all outstanding claims. These temporary employees will require additional training, which could delay the completion of the billing process for outstanding claims beyond the end of this Fiscal Year.

[Funding: Fund 408, Emergency Medical Service Fund, Cost Center 330603, Object Code 53401]

6.

16165

Recommendation Concerning the Discussion of a Memorandum of Agreement Relating to the Development, Operation, and Maintenance of a Regional Advanced Traffic Management System and Regional Transportation Management Center - Joy Jones, P.E., Engineering Department Director

That the Board discuss approving and authorizing the Chairman to sign the Memorandum of Agreement for the Unified Development, Operation, and Maintenance and Stakeholder Allocation of a Regional Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) and a Regional Transportation Management Center (TMC).

[Funding Source: If the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is willing to entertain the MOA, they will also need to determine a funding source for Escambia County's proportionate share, estimated to be $491,506.85 annually]

7.

16178

Recommendation Concerning the Acquisition of Real Property Through the Defense Infrastructure Grant - Joy Jones, P.E., Engineering Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the acquisition of three parcels of real property through the Defense Infrastructure Grant (DIG):

A. Authorize the purchase of the following three parcels of real property;

Property Owner	Parcel Reference Number	Area	Purchase Price
American Fidelity Life Insurance Company	50-2S-30-5030-005-001	approx. 0.40 acre	$199,500 (appraised value)
American Fidelity Life Insurance Company	50-2S-30-5030-003-001	approx. 0.32 acre	$199,500 (appraised value)
TWA Corp., a Delaware Corporation	50-2S-30-5030-007-001	approx. 0.47 acre	$210,000 (appraised value)