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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting – July 11, 2013 – 5:30 p.m.
Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building – First Floor
 
             
1.   Call to Order.

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The Board of County Commissioners allows any person to speak regarding an item on the Agenda. The speaker is limited to three (3) minutes, unless otherwise determined by the Chairman, to allow sufficient time for all speakers. Speakers shall refrain from abusive or profane remarks, disruptive outbursts, protests, or other conduct which interferes with the orderly conduct of the meeting. Upon completion of the Public comment period, discussion is limited to Board members and questions raised by the Board.
 
2.   Invocation – Commissioner Valentino.
 
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.   Presentations:
 
A.  Plaque to Gregory P. Farrar in recognition of his dedicated service as Commissioner Grover C. Robinson IV's appointee to the Escambia County Animal Services Advisory Committee from February 17, 2011, through April 29, 2013; and

B.  Plaque to Larry K. Aiken in recognition of his dedicated service as the Board of County Commissioners' appointee to the Enterprise Zone Development Agency Board from October 16, 2006, through June 28, 2013.
 
7. 4547   Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the following six Proclamations:

A. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Willie Donald on his selection as the “Employee of the Month” for July 2013;

B. The Proclamation recognizing and commending the “Blue Angels” for their dedication, leadership, and service to our community, our country, and the Armed Forces;

C. The Proclamation congratulating and commending the Santa Rosa Island Authority and Mr. Buck Lee, Executive Director, for their dedication and leadership in bringing the 2013 Pensacola Beach Air Show to Escambia County to once again thrill our citizens and visitors;

D. The Proclamation extending a warm welcome to Imperial Potentate John A. Cinotto upon the occasion of his visit to Escambia County, Florida;

E. The Proclamation extending a warm welcome to Most Worshipful Grand Master Danny R. Griffith, Grand Master of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Florida, upon the occasion of his visit to Escambia County, Florida; and

F. The Proclamation proclaiming Thursday, July 25, 2013, as “ADA: Great Strides – Great Purpose Day,” in Escambia County and urging all citizens to join in expressing their appreciation to the numerous individuals and organizations in Escambia County and Northwest Florida for their efforts to promote the civil rights of people with disabilities, celebrating the passage and accomplishments of this historic civil rights act, and extending best wishes to all observing this day.
 
8.   Written Communication.
 
4553   May 7, 2013 - Communication from Raymond B. Palmer, Esq., representing William and Norma Irvine, requesting the Board accept an offer of $500 for the partial release of a Code Enforcement Lien attached to property located at 2001 West Jordan Street.

Recommendation: That the Board review and consider lien relief request made by Raymond B. Palmer, Esq., against property located at 2001 W Jordan Street.

On June 18, 2009, the Board amended the “Guidelines for Relief from Environmental (Code) Enforcement Special Magistrate Liens” Policy, Section III, H 2. Staff was instructed to review all request for forgiveness of Environmental (Code) Enforcement Liens to determine if the request met the criteria for forgiveness, in accordance with the Board’s policy.

After reviewing the request for forgiveness of Liens, staff made the determination that the request does not fall within any of the criteria that would allow the County Administrator to deny relief, in accordance with the Board’s Policy, “Guidelines for Relief from Environmental (Code) Enforcement Special Magistrate Liens” Policy, Section III, H2.

The owner has no other recourse but to appeal before the Board under Written Communication.
 
9.   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.
 
10. 4533   5:31 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of the Petition to Vacate a portion of Scott Street, as petitioned by James and Rebecca Fisher.

Recommendation:
That the Board take the following action concerning the Petition to Vacate a portion of Scott Street, as petitioned by James and Rebecca Fisher:

A. Approve or deny the Petition to Vacate a portion of Scott Street, approximately 0.23 acres, as petitioned by James and Rebecca Fisher;

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.
 
11. 4558   5:32 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of the renewal of a Permit to Construct and/or Operate a Land Clearing Disposal Management Facility for Oak Grove Land Clearing Debris Disposal Pit.

Recommendation: That the Board authorize the renewal of a Permit to Construct and/or Operate a Land Clearing Disposal Management Facility for Oak Grove Land Clearing Debris Disposal Pit, located at 745 County Road 99 North, Walnut Hill, Florida, owned by Escambia County.

[Funding: Fund 401, Solid Waste, Account Number 343402]
 
12. 4481   5:33 p.m. Public Hearing concerning General Releases and transferring natural gas rights from the City of Pensacola to the City of Gulf Breeze.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning General Releases and the transfer of natural gas rights:

A. Accept and acknowledge the three executed General Releases, as follows:

1. General Release from the City of Pensacola (Santa Rosa Island);

2. General Release from the City of Pensacola (Okaloosa Gas District); and

3. General Release from the City of Gulf Breeze;

B. Conduct the 5:33 p.m. Public Hearing approving the transfer of the natural gas franchise rights from the City of Pensacola to the City of Gulf Breeze for the distribution and sale of natural gas, with respect to that portion of Santa Rosa Island in the provided Agreement for Natural Gas Franchise Assignment dated February 4, 2013; and

C. Approve the terms of the Agreement for Natural Gas Franchise Assignment between the Cities of Gulf Breeze and Pensacola.
 
13. 4499   5:34 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting a Natural Gas Franchise Ordinance with the City of Gulf Breeze.

Recommendation:
That the Board adopt a Natural Gas Franchise Ordinance between Escambia County and the City of Gulf Breeze regarding natural gas services on Santa Rosa Island.
 
14. 4500   5:35 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting a Natural Gas Franchise Ordinance with the City of Pensacola.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt a Natural Gas Franchise Ordinance between Escambia County and the City of Pensacola, which includes the unincorporated areas of Escambia County, excluding Santa Rosa Island.
 
15. 4534   5:36 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance relating to traffic and vehicles.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt an Ordinance to amend Volume 1, Chapter 94, Article I, Section 94-1, of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, relating to traffic and vehicles.
 
16. 4557   5:37 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance creating the Millview Estates II Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt, and authorize the Chairman to sign, the Ordinance creating the Millview Estates II Subdivision Street Lighting Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU), and all related documents, and make the following findings of fact:

A. Lots in the District are specially benefited since street lighting not only increases the market value of an individual lot, but also increases safety in the District surrounding individual lots and the ability of lot owners to use their individual lots after dark;

B. The benefit from improved street lighting varies according to the relative size of the affected lots; residential lots benefit from improved street lighting uniformly because of the small variation in size throughout the District;

C. The non-ad valorem special assessments levied represent a fair and reasonable apportionment of the cost of the special benefit received by each lot and do not represent a fair share of the cost of general governmental service provided to residents in the unincorporated areas of Escambia County; and

D. Lots which do not receive a special benefit have been and shall be excluded from the non-ad valorem special assessment.
 
17. 4603   5:40 p.m. First Public Hearing to consider adopting an Ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on permitting of new construction of solid waste management facilities.

Recommendation: That the Board review the Ordinance placing a temporary moratorium on the issuance of any permits, development orders, or other approval for any new construction of solid waste management and disposal facilities.

This Hearing serves as the first of two required Public Hearings before the Board of County Commissioners.
 
18. 4606   Committee of the Whole Recommendation.

Recommendation: The Committee of the Whole (C/W), at the July 2, 2013, Special C/W Workshop, recommends that the Board take the following action:

A. Approve the Revised Standard Agreements, as follows, relative to discussion concerning Purchasing Procedures:

(1) The following Construction Contracts:

(a) Form A: Construction- A/E Designed
(b) Form B: Construction
(c) Form C: Design-Build
(d) Form D: Road/Drainage
(e) Form I: Bridges, Docks and Boat Ramps

(2) The following Professional Consulting Services Contracts:

(a) Form F: Consulting Services for Task Orders
(b) Form G: Consulting Services for Stand-Alone Projects
(c) Form H: Consulting Services for Study

B. Take the following action concerning the Assignment of Agreements between the Sheriff's Office of Escambia County and Trinity Services Group, Inc., to Escambia County:

(1) Approve, and authorize the Chairman to execute, the Assignment of Agreement between the Sheriff's Office of Escambia County and Trinity Services, Group, Inc., to Escambia County, Florida, relating to inmate food services at the Escambia County Corrections Facility and Escambia County Jail;

(2) Approve, and authorize the Chairman to execute, the Assignment of Agreement between the Sheriff's Office of Escambia County and Trinity Services, Group, Inc., to Escambia County, Florida, relating to commissary management services at the Escambia County Sheriff's Office facilities; and

(3) Agree, in concept, that if any fees or litigation arise related strictly to the Assignments, the County will be responsible for addressing those, including on behalf of the Sheriff's Department.
 
19.   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
Escambia County Governmental Complex, Suite 130
 
  I.  Consent Agenda
 
1. 4615   Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of Documents Provided to the Clerk to the Board's Office

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board's Office, the following documents provided to the Clerk to the Board's Office:

A. The original Amendment Number One to the October 19, 2012 Grant-In-Aid Agreement for Post-Adjudicatory Drug Court Expansion in Escambia County, Florida, as executed by the Chairman on May 23, 2013, based on the Board's October 4, 2012, action approving the Grant-In-Aid Agreement, and received in the Clerk to the Board's Office on June 10, 2013; and

B. The recorded Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Program Lien Agreement, in the amount of $7,800, for property located at 106 New Warrington Road, owned by Pete Moore Chevrolet, Inc., as approved by the Board on August 23, 2012, and recorded in Official Records Book 7033, Pages 84 and 85, on June 18, 2013.
 
2. 4556   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. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held June 20, 2013;

B. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Agenda Work Session held June 20, 2013;

C. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Committee of the Whole (C/W) Workshop held June 13, 2013; and

D. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Special Committee of the Whole (C/W) Workshop held June 10, 2013.
 
 
GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT
 
  I.   Public Hearing
 
1. 4541   Recommendation Concerning the Review of the Rezoning Cases heard by the Planning Board on June 3, 2013

That the Board take the following action concerning the rezoning cases heard by the Planning Board on June 3, 2013:
  1. Review and either adopt, modify, or overturn the Planning Board’s recommendations for Rezoning Cases Z-2013-04, Z-2013-11, and Z-2013-12 or remand the cases back to the Planning Board; and
  2. 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-2013-04
Address: 2842 Nowak Dairy Road
Property Reference No.: 36-1N-31-2000-000-000; 36-1N-31-1200-000-000
Property Size: 47.98 (+/-) acres
From: VAG-2, Villages Agriculture Districts, Gross Density (one du/five acres)
To: V-2, Villages Single-Family Residential, Gross Density (two units/acre)
FLU Category: MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
Commissioner District: 5
Requested by: Buddy Page, Agent for, Poly Surveying
Planning Board Recommendation: Denial
Speakers: Buddy Page, Brett Orrell, Vince Lacoste, James Wells, William Thompson, Richard Moye, Karl Henderly, Dominique Hudgens, Jeanne Henderly, Peter Hurd, Jack Walters, Jan Walters, Carter Granat, Lynn McNorton,
2. Case No.: Z-2013-11
Address: 10200 Pensacola Boulevard
Property Reference: 09-1S-30-1101-000-009
Property Size: 2.37 (+/-) acres
From: C-1, Retail Commercial District (cumulative) (25 du/acre)
To: C-2, General Commercial and Light Manufacturing District (cumulative) (25 du/acre)
FLU Category: C, Commercial
Commissioner District: 5
Requested by: Frank Sanders, Owner
Planning Board Recommendation: Approval
Speakers: Frank Sanders
3. Case No.: Z-2013-12
Address: 7649 Mobile Highway
Property Reference: 17-1S-31-4201-000-000
Property Size: 10.5(+/-) acres
From: R-2, Single-Family District (cumulative), Low-Medium Density (seven du/acre)
To: AG, Agricultural District, Low Density (1.5 acres/du)
FLU Category: MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
Commissioner District: 1
Requested by: Susan Thibodeaux, Owner
Planning Board Recommendation: Approval
Speakers: Susan Thibodeaux
 
2. 4542   5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing for Consideration for Adopting an Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map

That the Board adopt an Ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map to include the rezoning cases heard by the Planning Board on June 3, 2013 and approved during the previous agenda item and to provide for severability, inclusion in the code, and an effective date.
 
3. 4543   5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending Articles 3 and 13

That the Board adopt an Ordinance to the Land Development Code (LDC) Article 3, "Definitions," Section 3.02.00, Article 13, Section 13.22.02, "Design Guidelines for Signs and Outdoor Displays," adding Section 13.23.00, "Exterior Lighting for New Construction and Existing Lighting on Pensacola Beach that Protect Nesting Sea Turtles and Hatchlings."

This draft ordinance was approved by the Santa Rosa Island Authority on May 1, 2013.
 
4. 4544   5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending Article 6, To Allow Parks & Recreational Facilities in Agricultural Zoning

That the Board adopt an Ordinance to the Land Development Code (LDC) Article 6, Zoning Districts to allow Parks & Recreational Facilities in Agricultural Zoning.

This hearing serves as the second of two required public hearings before the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) as set forth in Section 2.08.04 (b) and F.S. 125.66(4)(b).
 
  II. Consent Agenda
 
1. 4492   Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of Public Hearings

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

Thursday, August 8, 2013

A. 5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing to amend the official Zoning map to include the following Rezoning Cases that were heard by the Planning Board on July 1, 2013.


1. Case No.: Z-2013-13
Address: 12511 Lillian Highway
Property Reference No.: 02-2S-32-6000-005-002
Property Size: 3.26 (+/-) acres
From: R-4, Multiple-Family District, (cumulative) Medium-High Density (18 du/acre)
To: C-1, Retail Commercial District (cumulative) (25 du/acre)
FLU Category: MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
Commissioner District 1
Requested by: Bobby and Sally Reynolds, Owners
2. Case No.: Z-2013-14
Address: 7585 Mobile Highway
Property Reference No.: 16-1S-31-3304-000-003
Property Size: 3.92 (+/-) acres
From: R-2, Single-Family District, (cumulative), Low-Medium Density (seven du/acre)
To: AG, Agricultural District, Low Density (1.5 acres/du)
FLU Category: MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
Commissioner District 1
Requested by: Albert and Marie Jones, Owner
3. Case No.: Z-2013-15
Address: 6365 Helms Road
Property Reference No.: 21-1S-31-2101-001-001 and 20-1S-31-1101-000-000
Property Size: 99.97 (+/-) acres
From: AG, Agricultural District, Low Density (1.5 acres/du)
To: R-1, Single-Family District, Low Density (four du/acre)
Commissioner District: 1
Request by: Brian Brown, Agent for Figure 8 (Florida), LLC

B. 5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Family Conveyance

C. 5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing - LDC Article 6 - Family Conveyance

D. 5:48 p.m. - A Public Hearing - LDC Article 6 - Allowing Alcohol Sales in R-3PK Zoning

E. 5:49 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Urban Service Area - USA-2013-01 - Navy Federal Credit Union

F. 5:50 p.m. - A Public Hearing - LDC Article 13 - Marina Siting, Docks and Piers in the Right of Way

G. 5:51 p.m. - A Public Hearing - LDC Article 6 - Allowing Chickens as Accessory Uses to Single Family Dwellings
 
 
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
 
  I.   Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda
 
1. 4431   Recommendation Concerning Reappointments to the Contractor Competency Board - T. Lloyd Kerr, AICP, Development Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning nine reappointments to the Escambia County Contractor Competency Board:

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

B. Reappoint retroactively the following three members, for a three-year term, effective October 1, 2012, through September 30, 2015:

1. David Lee Schwartz, Retired (Swimming Pool Contractor);

2. Michael E. Batchelor, Batchelor's Incorporated Roofing Contractors (Roofing Contractor); and

3. Victor Carl Wallace, Wallace Sprinkler & Supply, Inc. (Irrigation/Sprinkler Contractor); and

C. Reappoint retroactively the following six members, for a three-year term, effective May 1, 2012, through April 30, 2015:

1. James Trice Dukes, Summit Bank NA (Lay Person);

2. Leroy White, Leroy White Construction, Inc. (Building Contractor);

3. Verris "Mac" Magee, Master Gas Contractor, Expert Heating, A/C & Refrigeration, Inc. (Mechanical Contractor);

4. James F. "Jim" Lee, Whitman & Whitman Insurance (Lay Person);

5. Sam Menezes, Pensacola Christian College (Master Plumbing Contractor); and

6. James B. Reynolds, Retired (General Contractor).
 
2. 4435   Recommendation Concerning Reappointments to the Board of Electrical Examiners - T. Lloyd Kerr, AICP, Development Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning five reappointments to the Board of Electrical Examiners:

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

B. Reappoint retroactively the following three members for a three-year term, effective May 1, 2012, through April 30, 2015:

1. David R. Hawkins, Gulf Power Company (Lay Person);

2. Thomas J. McElhany, McElhany Electric Company, Inc. (State Certified Electrical Contractor); and

3. James E. Simmons, Individual (Escambia County Licensed Electrician); and

C. Reappoint retroactively the following two members for a three-year term, effective October 1, 2012, through September 30, 2015:

1. John D. Scapin, II, Scapin Electric Company (State Certified Electrical Contractor); and

2. Joseph W. Moore, Jr., P.E., H.M. Yonge & Associates, Inc. (Active Consulting Electrical Engineer).
 
3. 4506   Recommendation Concerning a License Agreement by and between ADX Communications of Escambia, LLC, and Escambia County, Florida - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the License Agreement by and between ADX Communications of Escambia, LLC, and Escambia County, Florida:

A. Approve the Agreement to allow ADX Communications of Escambia, LLC, to install, at no cost to the County, a backup microwave communication system to facilitate the broadcast of public information from the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during periods of declared local emergency; and,

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement.
 
4. 4512   Recommendation Concerning an Appointment to the Escambia County Extension Council - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning an appointment to the Escambia County Extension Council:

A. Appoint Jean E. Yarter, replacing Jamie Hall, for Mr. Hall's remaining term of service, effective July 11, 2013, through November 30, 2014:

ZONE
NAME AND ADDRESS
2 Jean E. Yarter, 1020 North Century Boulevard, McDavid, FL 32568

B. Request that the County Administrator's Office provide a letter of appointment to Jean E. Yarter.
 
5. 4523   Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling and Advertising of the First of Two Public Hearings Considering an Ordinance to the Land Development Code - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board approve scheduling and advertising the first of two Public Hearings on July 25, 2013, at 5:31 p.m., to consider an Ordinance to the Land Development Code (LDC); amending Article 2, “Administration,” Section 2.14.02, to revise the language for clarity purposes; and amending Article 6, “Zoning Districts,” Section 6.07.02, to amend certain R-3 and R-4 zoning district building design standards within the Barrancas Overlay District.
 
6. 4549   Recommendation Concerning a Perdido Bay Tribe Resolution and Renewal of Lease Agreement - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding a Resolution Authorizing the Renewal of Lease of Real Property to the Perdido Bay Tribe of Southeastern Lower Muscogee Creek Indians, Inc., and the Renewal of Lease Agreement between Escambia County and the Perdido Bay Tribe of Southeastern Lower Muscogee Creek Indians, Inc.:

A. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the renewal of lease of real property to the Perdido Bay Tribe of Southeastern Lower Muscogee Creek Indians, Inc., for $1 per year, for an additional five years commencing on July 10, 2013, and ending on July 9, 2018;

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolution;

C. Approve a Renewal of Lease Agreement between Escambia County and the Perdido Bay Tribe of Southeastern Lower Muscogee Creek Indians, Inc., for real property located at 3300 Beloved Path (f/k/a 1610 Albany Avenue), Pensacola, Florida, for $1 per year, for an additional five years commencing on July 10, 2013, and ending on July 9, 2018; and

D. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Lease Agreement.
 
7. 4448   Recommendation Concerning the First Amendment to the Agreement to Provide Paratransit Transportation Services - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the First Amendment to the Agreement to Provide Paratransit Transportation Services between Escambia County and the Pensacola Bay Transportation Company, LLC:

A. Approve the First Amendment to the Agreement to Provide Paratransit Transportation Services; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the First Amendment.
 
8. 4540   Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of a Public Hearing Regarding the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 Federal Transit Administration 5307 Final Grant Application - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing for July 25, 2013, at 5:34 p.m., for the purpose of receiving public comments concerning the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 Federal Transit Administration 5307 Final Grant Application by Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT) for Mass Transit Project Funding.
 
9. 4554   Recommendation Concerning a Reappointment to the Workforce Escarosa Board of Directors - Marilyn D. Wesley, Community Affairs Department Director

That the Board confirm the reappointment of Reagan L. McDaniel, Business Manager, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, to the Workforce Escarosa Board of Directors, as a labor representative, for a fifth three-year term, per the end date of his previous appointment, with the term of appointment to be effective August 1, 2013, through July 31, 2016, with special dispensation requested for this additional term of service.
 
10. 4555   Recommendation Concerning an Appointment to the Workforce Escarosa Board of Directors - Marilyn D. Wesley, Community Affairs Department Director

That the Board confirm the appointment of Larry A. Strain, Vice President of Business Banking, United Bank, to the Workforce Escarosa Board of Directors, as a private sector representative, for a three-year term, effective July 11, 2013, through July 10, 2016.
 
11. 4475   Recommendation Concerning the Requests for Disposition of Property for the Public Works Department - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board approve two Request for Disposition of Property Forms for the Public Works Department indicating eleven items to be properly disposed of, which are described and listed on the Request Forms, with reasons for disposition stated.
 
12. 4575   Recommendation Concerning the Mutual Aid Agreement with Naval Air Stations Pensacola and Whiting Field for Firefighting Assistance - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Mutual Aid Agreement (N00204-20130508-252) between Commanding Officer, Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida, 32508-1051, and Commanding Officer, Naval Air Station, Whiting Field, Milton, Florida, 32507-6155, and Board of County Commissioners, Escambia County, Florida, for the Provision of Fire Fighting Assistance:

A. Approve the Agreement to enable augmentation of all parties' fire protection and hazardous materials response capabilities through mutual aid when requested; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement.
 
13. 4577   Recommendation Concerning the Requests for Disposition of Property for the Solid Waste Management Department - Patrick T. Johnson, Solid Waste Management Department Director

That the Board approve the two Request for Disposition of Property Forms for the Solid Waste Management Department for property, which is described and listed on the Disposition Forms, with reasons for disposition stated. The listed items have been found to be of no further usefulness to the County; thus, it is requested that they be auctioned as surplus or properly disposed.
 
  II.  Budget/Finance Consent Agenda
 
1. 4453   Recommendation Concerning the 2013 Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreement - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreement with Community Improvement Association, Inc., (aka: Montclair Improvement Association):

A. Award a Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreement, known as the Montclair Paint House Number on Street Curb Project, in the maximum amount of $500, for specific benefit of the Community Improvement Association, Inc., (aka: Montclair Improvement Association). The funds will assist the Association with costs of painting house numbers at street curb locations in the Montclair neighborhood located in the Palafox Corridor Redevelopment Area; and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute the Agreement and all related documents as required to implement the Project.

[Funding: Fund 129, 2010 CDBG, Cost Center 221435]
 
2. 4511   Recommendation Concerning a State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management, Federally-Funded Subgrant Agreement - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the Federally-Funded Subgrant Agreement, Contract #14-FG-XX-01-27-01-084:

A. Approve the State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), Federally-Funded Subgrant Agreement, providing funds in the amount of $99,728, to assist in enhancing the daily and emergency operations of the Escambia County Division of Emergency Management and to assist in the local disaster planning and community outreach efforts for the period July 1, 2013, through June 30, 2014; and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice-Chairman to execute the Subgrant Agreement and all related documents as required to implement the Subgrant.

[Funding: Fund 110, Other Grants and Projects, Cost Center 330413]
 
3. 4513   Recommendation Concerning a State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management, State-Funded Subgrant Agreement - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the State-Funded Subgrant Agreement, Contract #14-BG-XX-01-27-01-017:

A. Approve the State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), Emergency Preparedness and Assistance (EMPA) State-Funded Subgrant Agreement, providing funds in the amount of $105,806, to assist in enhancing the daily and emergency operations of the Escambia County Division of Emergency Management and to assist in the local disaster planning and community outreach efforts for the period July 1, 2013, through June 30, 2014; and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice-Chairman to execute the Subgrant Agreement and all related documents as required to implement the Subgrant.

[Funding: Fund 110, Other Grants and Projects, Cost Center 330412]
 
4. 4422   Recommendation Concerning the Re-Bid of the Perdido Key Snorkeling Reef - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board award a Contract to Walter Marine for the Re-Bid of the Perdido Key Gulf Snorkeling Reef, PD 12-13.044, for Alternate 1, Eco Reefs, for a quantity of eleven, at $7,500 each, for a total of $82,500.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III, NESD Capital Projects, Cost Center 220102, Object Code 56301, 10NE0808 Artificial Reefs]
 
5. 4495   Recommendation Concerning the Merlin-Alconbury Group Resurfacing - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board award a Contract to Roads, Inc., of NWF, for the Merlin-Alconbury Group Resurfacing, PD 12-13.042, in the amount of $1,334,789.88.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Project #08EN0208]
 
6. 4501   Recommendation Concerning Professional Services as Governed by Florida Statute 287.055 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning Professional Services as governed by Florida Statute 287.055:

A. Award a Task Order-based Continuing Contract to Emerald Ocean Engineering, Inc., per PD 02-03.079, Professional Services as Governed by Florida Statute 287.055 (A&E Services), on a “Maximum Ceiling” basis fee schedule, as follows:
  • Maximum Overhead – 168%
  • Maximum Profit – 12%
  • Maximum FCCM – 1.50%
  • Maximum Multiplier – 301.66% (providing no single item above is exceeded)
  • Existing Hourly Rates for each firm (based on an audited or auditable financial package);
B. Authorize the Department(s), in conjunction with the Office of Purchasing, to negotiate Task Orders, according to Florida Statute 287.055, “Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation Act” (A&E Services), on a project-by-project basis.

[Funding: Funds to be budgeted for on an annual basis]
 
7. 4546   Recommendation Concerning a Task Order for the Ensley Area Improvements - Detroit Boulevard and Johnson Avenue Realignment Project - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute a Task Order to Volkert, Inc., in the amount of $113,580.58, on Contract PD 02-03.79, "Professional Services" for Construction, Engineering, Inspection, and Project Management Services for the Ensley Area Improvements - Detroit Boulevard and Johnson Avenue Realignment Project.

Due to reduced staff levels in the areas of engineering, inspection and project management, this Task Order is necessary for the suitable completion of the Ensley Area Improvements - Detroit Boulevard and Johnson Avenue Realignment Project. Under this Task Order, the consultant will provide construction, engineering, inspection, and project management services.

[Funding Source: Fund 352, "LOST III," Account 210107/56301, Project #08EN0313, "Ensley Area Drainage"]
 
8. 4598   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #190 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #190, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110) and the General Fund (001) in the amount of $12,722, to recognize additional revenues for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
 
9. 4473   Recommendation Concerning an Interlocal Agreement between Santa Rosa County and Escambia County for Federal Transit Administration Grant Funding - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Interlocal Agreement between Santa Rosa County and Escambia County for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Grant Funding:

A. Approve the Interlocal Agreement between Santa Rosa County and Escambia County for FTA Grant Funding; and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to sign the Interlocal Agreement.

[Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT) will manage the expenditure of the Grant funds]
 
10. 4535   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Public Road and Right-of-Way Easement on Innerarity Point Road - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning acceptance of a Public Road and Right-of-Way Easement (approximately 63 square feet) on Innerarity Point Road from David C. Liane and Kathy J. Newbry, for the Innerarity Point Road Sidewalk Project:

A. Accept the donation of a Public Road and Right-of-Way Easement (approximately 63 square feet) on Innerarity Point Road from David C. Liane and Kathy J. Newbry, for the Innerarity Point Road Sidewalk Project;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps as the easement is being donated for governmental use, which is for sidewalk and stormwater drainage improvements, and the County benefits from the acceptance of this Public Road and Right-of-Way 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 Public Road and Right-of-Way Easement as of the day of delivery of the Public Road and Right-of-Way Easement to the Chairman or Vice Chairman, and authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to acknowledge the Board's acceptance at that time.

[Funding: Funds for incidental expenses associated with recording of documents are available in an Engineering Escrow Account accessed by the Escambia County Clerk's Office]
 
11. 4571   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #185 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #185, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110) in the amount of $148,054, to recognize proceeds from two State of Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Grant Agreements, and to appropriate these funds for the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Civil Defense Grant activities, and the Emergency Management Performance Grant activities.
 
12. 4548   Recommendation Concerning Approval of the Escambia Consortium 2013 Annual Action Plan - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning approval of the Escambia Consortium 2013 Annual Action Plan:

A. Approve the Escambia Consortium 2013 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development, including the Escambia County 2013 Annual Plan, detailing use of 2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, in the amount of $1,678,503; 2013 HOME Investment Partnerships Act (HOME) funds, in the amount of $960,936; and 2013 Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG) funds, in the amount of $122,946; and

B. Authorize the Interim County Administrator to execute all 2013 Annual Action Plan Forms, Certifications, and related documents, as required to submit the Plans to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and authorize the Interim County Administrator or Chairman, as appropriate, to execute documents required to receive and implement the 2013 CDBG, 2013 HOME, and 2013 ESG Programs.

[Funding: Fund 129, CDBG; Fund 147, HOME; and Fund 110, ESG - Cost Centers to be assigned]

A complete copy of the entire Annual Action Plan is available for review in the County Administrator's Office or on the County's website at:
http://www.myescambia.com (Community/Neighborhood Enterprise Foundation Program Plans and Reports).
 
13. 4497   Recommendation Concerning the Bellview Sidewalk Project - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board award a Contract, for the Bellview Sidewalk Project, PD 12-13.034, to Roads, Inc., of NWF, in the amount of $437,865.79.

[Funding: Fund 110, Other Grants and Projects, Cost Center 210515, Object Code 56301, $316,577; Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Project #10EN0641, $121,288.79]
 
14. 4578   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #187 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #187, Escambia Restricted Fund (101) in the amount of $4,050, to recognize reimbursements the County will be receiving from the Southeastern States Manhunt Field Trial Teams, and to appropriate these funds for related operational expenses at the Road Prison.
 
15. 4562   Recommendation Concerning the Issuance of Fiscal Year 2012-2013 Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000 for the Facilities Management Department - David W. Wheeler, CFM, Facilities Management Department Director

That the Board, for the Fiscal Year 2012-2013, 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 Facilities Management Department, as follows:

Vendor/Contractor Amount Contract Number
Air Design Systems, Inc.
Vendor Number: 011180
HVAC Services
Fund: 001
Cost Center: 310204
$80,000 N/A

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 310204, Object Code 56401]
 
16. 4583   Recommendation Concerning Lien Relief for 9300 Hamman Avenue - Gordon Pike, Corrections Department Director

That the Board authorize the County Attorney's Office to prepare, and the Chairman to execute and convey, to the Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA), a Partial Release of the Lien, created by the Order of the Environmental Enforcement Special Magistrate, recorded in Official Records Book 6783, at Pages 690 through 745, for Lien Relief for 9300 Hamman Avenue.
 
17. 4589   Recommendation Concerning a Contract Award for Little Sabine Water Way Signage - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board award a Lump Sum Contract per the terms and conditions of PD 12-13.050, Little Sabine Water Way Signage, to Gulf Marine Construction, Inc., in the amount of $54,570.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 220102, NESD Capital Projects, Object Code 56301, Improvements Other Than Buildings, Project Number 10NE0038]
 
18. 4582   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #188 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #188, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110) in the amount of $14,745, to recognize proceeds from a State of Florida Homeland Security Grant Program, and to appropriate these funds to be used for continued upkeep of equipment for the Hazardous Materials Response Team and the Light Technical Rescue Team (LTRT).
 
 
COUNTY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
 
  I.   For Action
 
1. 4572   Recommendation Concerning Settlement of a Workers' Compensation Claim Involving Sandra Ammons

That the Board approve a washout workers' compensation settlement for former employee Sandra Ammons in the total amount of $152,534.00. In exchange for this settlement amount, Ms. Ammons will execute a general release of liability and waiver of future employment on behalf of Escambia County. An excess insurance carrier shall reimburse Escambia County 100% of this settlement amount.
 
2. 4590   Recommendation Concerning Thomas v. ConocoPhillips, Inc. Class Action Settlement

That the Board authorize the Chairman to execute a Proof of Claim and Release Form for various County properties entitled to participate in the Thomas v. ConocoPhillips, Inc. Class Action Settlement.
 
  II.  For Discussion
 
1. 4596   Recommendation concerning the Interlocal Agreement between Escambia County and the City of Pensacola relating to the West Florida Public Library System

A. That the Board discuss the proposed Interlocal Agreement between Escambia County and the City of Pensacola relating to the West Florida Public Library System; and

B. That the Board approve the Interlocal Agreement between Escambia County, Florida and the City of Pensacola relating to the West Florida Public Library System; and

C. That the Board authorize the Chairman to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
 
2. 4611   Recommendation Concerning Public-Private Partnership HB 85 Task Force Appointee

That the Board consider authorizing the Chairman to sign a letter of support asking the Governor to appoint Nassau County Commissioner Barry Holloway as the task force appointee. The bill provides for one county government official to be on the task force.
 
3. 4616   Recommendation Concerning the Public Official Bond of Ernie Lee Magaha, former Clerk of the Circuit Court.

That the Board take the following action:

A. Authorize the County Attorney's Office to make a demand against the public official bond given by Fidelity & Deposit Company of Maryland as surety, with Ernie Lee Magaha as Clerk of the Circuit Court of Escambia County as principal, in the sum of $50,000, and negotiate a settlement for that sum; and

B. Authorize the County Attorney's Office, should negotiations reach an impasse, to institute litigation against Ernie Lee Magaha, in his official capacity as the former Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, but not personally, and against Fidelity & Deposit Company of Maryland in a suit for damages for breach of the public official bond.
 
  III. For Information
 
1. 4609   Recognition of Assistant County Attorney Kristin D. Hual

That the Board commend and congratulate Assistant County Attorney, Kristin D. Hual for receiving an award of appreciation from the Florida Association of County Attorneys for her service in the General Governmental Committee.

Ms. Hual has been with this office since August 2008. She has been presented an award by the Florida Association of County Attorneys twice.
 
20.   Items added to the agenda.
 
21.   Announcements.
 
22.   Adjournment.
 

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