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 Robertson.

3.

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

4.

Are there any items to be added to the agenda?

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the agenda as prepared (or duly amended).

5.

Commissioners’ Forum.

6.

Presentations:

A. Winterfest Holiday Visit; and

B. Pensacola Habitat for Humanity and its homeowners - ‘check’ for $419,305.94, representing the total property taxes paid by the 789 properties in Escambia County.

7.

9424

Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action:

A. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Leroy Williams, Community Center Coordinator in the Neighborhood & Human Services Department, on his selection as the "Employee of the Year" for 2015;

B. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Teresa Creel, the Help Desk Specialist in the Information Technology Department, on her selection as the "Employee of the Month" for December 2015;

C. Adopt the Proclamation recognizing and congratulating Escambia County Area Transit for being named the 2015 Best in Marketing "Best of the Best" Transit Agency in Florida by the Florida Public Transportation Association; and

D. Ratify the Proclamation dated November 22, 2015, congratulating Mrs. Gladys Morris on her retirement from Joe Morris & Son Funeral Home and commending her for her dedication, outstanding work, and service to the community.

8.

9351

Years of Service Recognition.

Recommendation: That the Board recognize, with a pin and a certificate, Thomas R. Brown, Jr., PTP, Transportation Planner, Public Works Department, Transportation and Traffic Operations Division, for his dedication in 25 years of service to Escambia County.

9.

9458

Retirement Proclamation.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the retirement Proclamation commending and congratulating Kevin M. Pass, Facilities Management Department, on his 36 years of dedicated service.

10.

Written Communication.

9425

November 17, 2015, letter from Michael D. Tidwell, Esquire, representing William and Marceila Lang, requesting a Release of the Lien to proceed with a Quiet Title Suit on a property located at 7901 Jansen Road. The property was previously owned by Mary Thompson and Martha Hopkins.

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.

9453

5:31 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting a Resolution establishing the Board's intent to use the Uniform Method of Collecting Non-Ad Valorem Special Assessments, as provided in Florida Statutes 197.3632.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the Resolution establishing the Board's intent to use the Uniform Method of Collecting Non-Ad Valorem Special Assessments, as provided in Florida Statutes 197.3632.

13.

9383

5:32 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of the Petition to Vacate a Portion of Hillview Drive.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning the Petition to Vacate a portion of Hillview Drive, (80 feet x 239.87 feet or approximately 0.44 acres), as petitioned by ACTS Retirement-Life Communities, Inc.:

A. Approve or deny the Petition to Vacate a portion of Hillview Drive, (80 feet x 239.87 feet or approximately 0.44 acres);

B. Accept the Hold Harmless Agreement;

C. Adopt the Resolution to Vacate; and

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

14.

9466

5:33 p.m. TEFRA Public Hearing for consideration of authorizing the issuance, by the Osceola County Housing Finance Authority, of not-to-exceed $44,000,000 in Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds, on behalf of Hallmark Development Services, LLC, or one of its affiliates.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning the issuance, by the Osceola County Housing Finance Authority (the “Issuer”), of not-to-exceed $44,000,000 in Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (the “Bonds”), on behalf of Hallmark Development Services, LLC, or one of its affiliates (the “Company”), for the purpose of financing or refinancing the costs to acquire rehabilitate and equip certain residential rental housing communities, including, but not limited to, Oakwood Village located in the Town of Century, Escambia County, Florida:

A. Conduct the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Public Hearing; and

B. Following the TEFRA Public Hearing, adopt and authorize the Chairman to execute the Resolution granting “area of operation” authority within the County to the Issuer and approving the issuance of the Bonds upon the terms established therein. The Bonds will not be issued by the County nor obligate the credit of the County or pose any obligation or liability for the County.

15.

9492

5:34 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance establishing an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Daily Convo, L.L.C.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Daily Convo, L.L.C.:

A. Ratify authorizing the scheduling of a Public Hearing on December 10, 2015, at 5:34 p.m., to consider adopting an Ordinance establishing an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Daily Convo, L.L.C.;

B. Waive the ten day notice requirement (4/5 vote required);

C. Declare that an emergency exists and that immediate enactment of said ordinance is necessary prior to the repeal of the Enterprise Zone Act; and

D. Choose one of the following options:

Adopt an Ordinance establishing an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Daily Convo, L.L.C., a new business located in an area designated enterprise zone for 100% of the assessed value of certain improvements to real property and of tangible personal property located at 101 East Romana Street, or
Adopt an Ordinance establishing an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Daily Convo, L.L.C., a new business located in an area designated enterprise zone for 38.46% of the assessed value of certain improvements to real property and of tangible personal property located at 101 East Romana Street based upon receiving 5 out of 13 points under the criteria found in Section 90-147; or
Deny the application for an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption from Daily Convo, L.L.C.

16.

Reports:

CLERK & COMPTROLLER'S REPORT

Backup Not Included With The Clerk's Report Is Available For Review In
The Office Of The Clerk To The Board
Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building, Suite 130

I. Consent Agenda

1.

9409

Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of the October 31, 2015 Investment Report

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the Investment Portfolio Summary Report for the month ended October 31, 2015, as required by Ordinance Number 95-13; on October 31, 2015, the portfolio market value was $228,078,360 and portfolio earnings totaled $137,752 for the month; the short-term portfolio yield was 0.24%, which should be compared to the S&P Government Index Pool Index 30 Day benchmark of 0.16%; the enhanced cash portfolio achieved a yield of 0.69%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1 Year Treasury Index of 0.43%; the long-term CORE portfolio achieved a yield of 1.23%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1-5 Year Treasury Index benchmark of 0.97%.

2.

9398

Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of TDT Collection Data for the September 2015 Returns received in October 2015

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the Tourist Development Tax (TDT) Collections Data for the September 2015 returns received in the month of October 2015, as prepared by the Finance Department of the Clerk and Comptroller’s Office; this is the first month of collections for the Fiscal Year 2016; total collections for the month of September 2015 returns was $719,688.10; this is a 22.05% increase over the September 2014 returns; total collections year-to-date are 22.05% more than the comparable time frame in Fiscal Year 2015.

3.

9390

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 Special Board Meeting held November 12, 2015;

B. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held November 17, 2015; and

C. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Committee of the Whole Workshop held November 12, 2015.

GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT

I. Public Hearing

1.

9307

Recommendation Concerning the Review of the Rezoning Case Heard by the Planning Board on November 3, 2015

That the Board take the following action concerning the Rezoning Case heard by the Planning Board on November 3, 2015:

Review and either adopt, modify, or reject the Planning Board’s recommendation for Rezoning Case Z-2015-19 or remand the case back to the Planning Board; and
Authorize the Chairman to sign the Order of the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners for the Rezoning Case that was reviewed.

1.	Case No.:	Z-2015-19
	Address:	1700 Block Jacks Branch Road
	Property Reference No.:	30-2N-31-4000-000-000
	Property Size:	160.07 (+/-) acres
	From:	Agr, Agricultural district (one du/20 acres)
	To:	LDR, Low Density Residential district, Detailed Specific Area Plan Land Use Conservation Neighborhood (three du/acre)
	FLU Category:	AG, Agriculture
	Commissioner District:	5
	Requested by:	Brad McLaughlin, Agent for Long & Moore Land Company, LLC, Owner
	Planning Board Recommendation:	Approval
	Speakers:	Brad McLaughlin

2.

9308

5:45 p.m. A Public Hearing for Consideration of Adopting an Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map

That the Board adopt an Ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map to include the Rezoning Case heard by the Planning Board on November 3, 2015, and approved during the previous agenda item and to provide for severability, inclusion in the code, and an effective date.

3.

9348

5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending Chapters 3, 4, and 6, Temporary Uses and Structures

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance amending the Land Development Code (LDC) Chapter 3, Section 3-1.4, "Allowed Uses," to include temporary uses as allowed uses, Chapter 4, Section 4-7.13, "Temporary Uses and Structures," to modify general limitations for temporary uses and structures and to establish and clarify the criteria for specific temporary uses and structures, and Chapter 6, Section 6-0.3" Terms Defined," to amend definitions for "campground," and "mobile vending unit," and "temporary use" and define "temporary structure."

At the November 3, 2015, Planning Board Meeting, the Board recommended approval of this Ordinance.

4.

9371

5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending Comprehensive Plan Chapter 7, CPA-2015-08

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review an Ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan Chapter 7, "Future Land Use Element", Policy FLU 1.3.1. "Future Land Use Categories," to remove the residential development limitation for lodging units in the Future Land Use category Mixed-Use Pensacola Beach (MU-PB).

This hearing serves as the as the first of two required public hearings before the BCC as set forth in Section 2-7.2(a) and F.S. 125.66(4)(b).

5.

9372

5:48 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 3, Article 5, Pensacola Beach Districts

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance amending the Land Development Code (LDC) Chapter 3, Article 5, "Pensacola Beach Districts," Sections 3-5.2 thru 3-5.9, "Site and building requirements," to modify site and building requirements for setbacks in the LDR-PB, MDR-PB, MDR/C-PB, HDR-PB, HDR/C-PB, GR-PB, REC/R-PB and CH-PB Districts and modifying permitted use for “temporary structures” to require a limited use permit in the GR-PB, REC/R-PB, and CH-PB Districts.

This hearing serves as the second of two required public hearings before the BCC as set forth in Section 2-7.2(a) and F.S. 125.66(4)(b).

6.

9444

5:49 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 3, Zoning Regulations and Chapter 6, Definitions

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review an Ordinance to the Land Development Code (LDC) amending Chapter 3, High Density Mixed-Use (HDMU), Commercial district (Com), and Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial District (HC/LI), to authorize Brewpubs, Alcohol Breweries, Distilleries and Wineries under certain circumstances and amending Chapter 6, Definitions, to modify the terms "bar" and "industry or industrial use", and to define Brewpub, Microbrewery, Microdistillery and Microwinery.

This hearing serves as the first of two required public hearings before the BCC as set forth in Section 2-7.2(a) and F.S. 125.66(4)(b).

7.

9445

5:50 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 3, Zoning and Future Land Use

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance to the Land Development Code (LDC) amending Chapter 3, Section 3-1.3, "Zoning and future land use," to clarify criterion for zoning and future land use consistency and remove references to minimum density, Section 3-2.8, "High Density Residential district (HDR)," Section 3-2.9, "High Density Mixed-use district (HDMU), "Section 3-2.10, "Commercial district (Com), to provide for HDR, HDMU, and COM zoning districts in the MU-S Future Land Use category" and Section 3-2.11, "Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial district (HC/LI)" to modify density limitations.

II. Action Item

1.

9408

Recommendation Concerning Construction of Docks and Piers on Right-of-Way

That the Board review and approve the application of David and Amy Langer for permitting of a dock on right-of-way located at 2119 Bainbridge Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32507, Parcel I.D. # 35-2S-31-1000-011-035, that has been dedicated to the public, but not yet opened, maintained, or otherwise accepted by the County per the Land Development Code (LDC) 3-1(g).

2.

9447

Recommendation Concerning the Review of the Navy Interlocal Agreement

That the Board review and approve the Navy Interlocal Agreement, as reviewed and recommended for approval by the Planning Board at its December 1, 2015 meeting, which has been updated to reflect changes in Florida Statutes, the Escambia County Comprehensive Plan and the Land Development Code, to provide for Navy participation in decisions regarding land development in Escambia County.

III. Consent Agenda

1.

9381

Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of Public Hearings

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

January 7, 2016

A. 5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing to amend the official Zoning map to include the following Rezoning Case heard by the Planning Board on December 1, 2015.

1.	Case No.:	Z-2015-20
	Address:	3811 W. 9 Mile Road
	Property Reference No.:	10-1S-31-2100-000-001
	From:	HCLI, Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial district (du density limited to vested residential development, lodging unit density not limited by zoning)
	To:	HDMU, High Density Mixed-use district (25 du/acre)
	FLU Category:	MU-U, Mixed-Use Urban
	Commissioner District	1
	Requested by:	Wiley C. "Buddy" Page, Agent for 9 Mile-NJ Joint Venture, LLC, Owner

B. 5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Microbrewery Ordinance (second of two public hearings)

C. 5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Small Scale Amendment 2015-02 - West Quintette Road

D. 5:48 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Small Scale Amendment 2015-03 - East Quintette Road

E. 5:49 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Repealing CPA-2015-04 Housing Element Ordinance Number 2015-17

F. 5:50 p.m. - A Public Hearing - CPA-2015-04 Housing Element Ordinance (first of two public hearings)

G. 5:51 p.m. - A Public Hearing - CPA- 2015-07 CIE 1.2 Five-Year Schedule (second of two public hearings)

H. 5:52 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Modify the Devine Farm Borrow Pit Permit

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT

I. Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda

1.

9399

Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the State of Florida Department of Health, Escambia County Health Department - John J. Lanza, MD, PhD, MPH, FAAP, Director

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the State of Florida Department of Health, Escambia County Health Department, and authorize the disposition of all the assets described on the list provided. All of the assets listed are County assets held and utilized by the State of Florida Department of Health, Escambia County Health Department, and have been found of no further usefulness to the County; thus it is requested that the items be auctioned as surplus or disposed of properly.

2.

9401

Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller - Pam Childers, Clerk of the Circuit Court

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the Office of Pam Childers, the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, for property which is to be auctioned or disposed of properly, all which is described and listed on the Form with the agency and reason stated.

3.

9423

Recommendation Concerning the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Homebuyer Program - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board modify the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Homebuyer Program (Program) to increase the amount of assistance to make the County or City Community Redevelopment Areas the targeted locations, to allow for any homebuyer making the property his/her principal residence to participate, and to restrict the property type to new construction only.

4.

9368

Recommendation Concerning the Department of the Army Right of Entry for Environmental Assessment and Response on County-Owned Property at Ellyson Field - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Department of the Army Right of Entry for Environmental Assessment and Response on County-owned Property at Ellyson Field:

A. Approve the Department of the Army Right of Entry for Environmental Assessment and Response Agreement for County-owned property located at Ellyson Field; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign all documents related to the project.

[There will be no budgetary impact]

5.

9441

Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of the Affordable Housing Incentive Plan Review Report - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board accept the Affordable Housing Incentive Plan Review Report (Report) as prepared by the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC), authorize the County Administrator to sign that the Report was received by the Board, and authorize staff to submit the Report to Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC).

6.

9320

Recommendation Concerning the Dates of Operation for the Pensacola Beach Flounder's Crosswalk Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board authorize the County Administrator or designee, to establish the timeframe of October 1 through January 31, of the subsequent year as the official dates of operation for the Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons installed at the Pensacola Beach Flounder's Crosswalk.

7.

9349

Recommendation Concerning Limiting Pensacola Beach Reduced Fee Annual Passes to Two Per Homestead Property - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board authorize the County Administrator, or designee, to establish a maximum limit of two reduced fee annual passes per Pensacola Beach homestead property associated with the Pensacola Beach Annual Pass Program for the Bob Sikes Toll Plaza.

8.

9411

Recommendation Concerning the Hosting Agreement with Earth Networks, Inc., for the Collection of Real-Time Weather Data - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Hosting Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and Earth Networks, Inc., for the provision of allowing Earth Networks, Inc., to install a WeatherBug Weather Station and camera for access by Escambia County Public Safety and WEAR TV 3 at the Perdido Key Fire Station to collect real-time weather data:

A. Approve the Hosting Agreement to enable Earth Networks, Inc., to install a WeatherBug Weather Station at the Perdido Key Fire Station commencing the date filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Escambia County, Florida, to continue for a term of one year and be automatically renewed for 12-month periods until terminated by either party; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Hosting Agreement.

9.

9464

Recommendation Concerning Amendment to the Agreement for Food Services for the M. C. Blanchard Building - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Amendment to the Agreement for Food Services for the M. C. Blanchard Building, PD 14-15.094, between Escambia County, Florida, and Sisters on the Rise, Inc., to reflect a change in the hours of operation from 7:00 a.m., until 5:00 p.m., to 7:00 a.m., until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

10.

9474

Recommendation Concerning the 2016 Board of County Commissioners' Meeting/Committee of the Whole Meeting Schedule - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board approve the 2016 Board of County Commissioners’ Meeting/Committee of the Whole Meeting Schedule, as submitted.

11.

9497

Recommendation Concerning Appointments to the Mass Transit Advisory Committee - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board take the following action concerning the appointments to the Escambia County Mass Transit Advisory Committee (MTAC):

A. Confirm the appointment of Megan N. Walters as the District 1 representative to the Escambia County Mass Transit Advisory Committee, to replace James J. "Jim" Faxlanger, who has resigned. The appointment term is effective December 10, 2015, and will run concurrently with the term of Commissioner Wilson B. Robertson; and

B. Confirm the appointment of Lori R. Webster, for a four-year term, effective December 10, 2015, through December 9, 2019, to replace Mary Bo Robinson, who has resigned as the County Administrator's representative, to the Escambia County Mass Transit Advisory Committee.

A General Alert was posted on the County's website from November 19, 2015, to December 1, 2015, seeking Escambia County residents interested in volunteering to fill vacancies on the Escambia County Mass Transit Advisory Committee. Megan N. Walters and Lori R. Webster have both submitted their resumes, expressing their interest in serving on the Escambia County Mass Transit Advisory Committee.

12.

9415

Recommendation Concerning a Reappointment to the Area Housing Commission - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board take the following action concerning a reappointment to the Area Housing Commission:

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

B. Reappoint Marie Young to the Area Housing Commission, to serve another four-year term, effective December 18, 2015, through December 17, 2019, as recommended by Dr. Abe Singh, Executive Director of the Area Housing Commission.

Both Marie Young and Megan Walters responded to the notice that was published November 4, 2015, by General Alert on www.myescambia.com, informing the public that the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners was seeking residents interested in volunteering for appointment to the Area Housing Commission (AHC). Megan Walters withdrew her name from consideration for the appointment to the AHC in order to serve on the Escambia County Mass Transit Advisory Committee as the County Administrator's representative if confirmed by the Board.

13.

9482

Recommendation Concerning the Pensacola Pelican Drop Fireworks Exhibition - David W. Wheeler, CFM, Director, Facilities Management

That the Board approve the Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement for the Pensacola Pelican Drop Fireworks Exhibition between Escambia County, Florida, and the Pensacola Downtown Improvement Board and Pyro Shows, Inc., for the Fireworks Exhibition on January 1, 2016, at approximately 12:00 a.m., CST at the Intendencia Street Parking Garage located on the corner of Baylen Street and Intendencia Street on the fifth floor (roof level).

14.

9498

Recommendation Concerning the Appointment of Temika L. Wilkes as Director of the Escambia County Mosquito Control Division – J. Taylor “Chips” Kirschenfeld, Interim Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board appoint Temika L. Wilkes as Director of the Escambia County Mosquito Control Division based on the requirements from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) of a high school graduate with a minimum of two years of training and field experience in public health arthropod control, proof of Public Health Pest Control licensure, and successful completion of the Director Certification Examination in Florida. Pursuant to 5E-13.032(5)(a), F.A.C. (Florida Administrative Code), Ms. Wilkes must obtain the Director Certification within six months of employment as a condition of her employment.

Note: under the County’s organizational structure, Ms. Wilkes will serve as a Division Manager.

II. Budget/Finance Consent Agenda

1.

9385

Recommendation Concerning an Addendum Agreement with AT&T for Metro Ethernet Service - Shawn Fletcher, Information Technology Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Addendum Agreement for Metro Ethernet Service with AT&T:

A. Approve the Addendum Agreement for Metro Ethernet Service with AT&T, to extend the fiber optic service for Escambia County facilities, for a period of six months from the expiration date of the existing Agreement, FL04-G738-03, for a total of $108,000; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Addendum Agreement.

[Funding Source: Funds are available in the current Budget, General Fund (001), Cost Center 270103, Object Code 54101]

2.

9457

Recommendation Concerning Group Medical Insurance (PD14-15.069) - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner - Human Resources Department Director

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

A. Approve the Amendment to the BlueCross and BlueShield Of Florida, Inc., Annual Accounting & Retention Agreement covering the period ending December 31, 2015; and

B. Authorize the County Administrator to sign the BlueCross and BlueShield Of Florida, Inc., Annual Accounting & Retention Agreement.

[Funding Source: Fund 501, Internal Service Fund, Cost Center 140609, Object Code 54501]

3.

9373

Recommendation Concerning the Write-Off of Accounts Receivable Recorded in the Emergency Medical Service Fund as Uncollectible Bad Debts - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution authorizing the write-off of $774,171.42 in Accounts Receivable that have been recorded in the Emergency Medical Service Fund of Escambia County and have been determined to be uncollectible bad debts.

This Resolution allows an accounting transaction to be recorded and in no way should be construed to be a forgiveness of debt. This Resolution includes write-offs from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Ambulance Billings for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2014-2015 for 1,726 accounts that have been through all phases of the billing and collection cycles, to include all primary and secondary insurance filing, private pay processing pre-collection letter(s), and/or referral to the secondary collection agency.

4.

9420

Recommendation Concerning a Single Source Procurement with Ward International Trucks, Inc., in Excess of $50,000 - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board approve a Single Source Procurement with Ward International Trucks, Inc., for repair and maintenance services on all Emergency Medical Service fleet vehicles, in the amount of $300,000.

An Intent to Purchase from Single Source, reference: SS15-16.001, was posted on the County's website per procedure No: PP-060 November 6, 2015, through November 17, 2015, with no response.

[Funding: Fund 408, Emergency Medical Services, Cost Center 330302, Object Code 54601, Repair and Maintenance]

5.

9456

Recommendation Concerning the On-Site Employee Health Clinic Proposal - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner, Human Resources Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the On-Site Employee Health Clinic:

A. Approve the negotiation of a two-year Contract with the option for two, one-year extensions with Concentra Health Services, Inc., for the on-site Employee Health Clinic; and

B. Authorize the County Administrator and/or designated person to negotiate the Contract and upon Legal review, bring it to the Board for approval.

[Funding Source: Fund 501, Internal Service Fund]

6.

9426

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #030 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #030, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110), in the amount of $40,935, to adjust the Office of State Courts Administrator Certified Traffic Infractions Hearing Officer (OSCA CTIHO) Grant and recognize the Non-Departmental Grant reserve balance, and to appropriate these funds to assist in the completion of the Judicial Courtroom build-out project in the M.C. Blanchard Building.

7.

9428

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #031 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #031, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110), in the amount of $281,901, to recognize Grant funds from the Office of the State Courts Administrator (OSCA) and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), and to appropriate these funds for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 Drug Court treatment services in Escambia County and body cameras for patrol officers at Pensacola State College (PSC).

8.

9437

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #032 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #032, Law Enforcement Trust (LET) Fund (121), in the amount of $500,000, to recognize revenues from various law enforcement activities, and to appropriate these funds into the Sheriffs Law Enforcement Trust Fund Budget to pay pending invoices for Fiscal Year 2015/2016, drug/crime awareness, investigations, and other related law enforcement activities in Escambia County, pursuant to Florida Statute 932.7055.

9.

9469

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #036 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #036, General Fund (001), in the amount of $29,959, to recognize the Sheriff's Department off-duty officer, insurance, and miscellaneous reimbursements/fees, and to appropriate these funds to offset operating expenses in the Sheriff's Budget associated with these programmatic costs.

10.

9397

Recommendation Concerning Surplus and Sale of Real Property Located Off of Lillian Highway - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board take the following action concerning the surplus and sale of real property located off of Lillian Highway, Reference #12-2S-31-3401-000-003:

A. Declare surplus the Board's real property located off of Lillian Highway, Account #: 09-3820-100, Reference #: 12-2S-31-3401-000-003, which is located in District 1, and offer property to the adjacent owners;

B. Authorize sale of the property to the bidder with the highest offer received at or above $1,305, without further action of the Board;

C. Make a factual determination, in accordance with Section 46.131 of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, that (1) the value of the property is $15,000 or less, as determined by the records of the Escambia County Property Appraiser, and (2) the size, shape, location, and value of the property would make it of use only to one or more adjacent property owners; and

D. Authorize the County Attorney's Office to draft, and the Chairman to sign, all documents related to the sale.

11.

9370

Recommendation Concerning the Interlocal Cost-Sharing Agreement for the East Brownsville Phase 1 Sewer Expansion Project - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the East Brownsville Phase 1 Sewer Expansion Project :

A. Approve the State of Florida, County of Escambia, Interlocal Cost-Sharing Agreement with the Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA), in the amount of $337,500, providing for the surveying and construction costs for the East Brownsville Phase 1 Sewer Expansion Project; and

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

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 220102, Project #10NE0018]

12.

9419

Recommendation Concerning the Cancellation of a Residential Rehab Grant Program Lien - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the cancellation of a Residential Rehab Grant Program:

A. Approve the following cancellation of one Residential Rehab Grant Program Lien, as the Grant recipient has satisfactorily paid in full the Lien Agreement requirements:

Property Owner	Address	Amount
Dorothy Ward	224 Payne Road	$6,000

B. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Cancellation of Lien document.

13.

9440

Recommendation Concerning the State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Century - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Century:

A. Approve the Interlocal Agreement for SHIP Housing Repair Assistance Project with the Town of Century to provide $60,000 in SHIP funds to support housing repair activities within the Town of Century; and

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

[Funding: Fund 120/2015 and 2016 SHIP, Cost Centers 370201 and 370202]

14.

9439

Recommendation Concerning Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreements - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreements:

A. Approve the Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreement between Escambia County and the Ebonwood/Oakcrest/Gary Circle Homeowner's Association, Inc., awarding a Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Grant, in the amount of $500, for the Ebonwood Community Center Upgrade Project, located in the Englewood Community Redevelopment Area; and

B. Approve the Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreement between Escambia County and the Community Improvement Association, Inc., awarding a Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Grant, in the amount of $400, for the Montclair Neighborhood Watch Signs Project, located in the Palafox Community Redevelopment Area; and

C. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute the Agreements and all related documents as required to implement the projects.

[Funding: Fund 129/2010 and 2011 CDBG, Cost Centers 370214 and 370216]

15.

9442

Recommendation Concerning TransUnion Master Agreement for Consumer Reporting and Ancillary Services and Addendums - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator or his designee, subject to Legal review and approval, to sign the TransUnion Master Agreement for Consumer Reporting and Ancillary Services, Addendum for Access via TransUnion Direct and other documents as required to issue a Purchase Order for Credit Reports.

[Funding: Fund 124/Affordable Housing, Cost Center 370290]

16.

9323

Recommendation Concerning the State of Florida Department of Transportation Retailer Agreement (SunPass) - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the State of Florida Department of Transportation Retailer Agreement (SunPass) between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and Escambia County, Florida:

A. Approve and authorize the County Administrator, or designee, to sign the Retailer Agreement establishing Escambia County as an official SunPass Retailer; and

B. Authorize the County Administrator, or designee, to grant permission to Escambia County Public Works staff to acquire the necessary amount of SunPass decals from the Florida Department of Transportation on an as-needed basis for resale to customers desiring to become SunPass account holders for use at the Bob Sikes Bridge Toll Plaza, as well as all other toll facilities with SunPass interoperability.

[Funding: Fund 167, Bob Sikes Toll Fund]

17.

9376

Recommendation Concerning the Agreement for SunPass Electronic Toll Collection at the Bob Sikes Bridge Toll Plaza - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Agreement for SunPass Electronic Toll Collection at the Bob Sikes Bridge Toll Plaza:

A. Approve and authorize the Chairman, subject to Legal review and sign-off, to sign the Agreement detailing the necessary work to be conducted by Florida Turnpike Enterprise prior to the new system implementation; and

B. Agree to the future payment plan with Florida Turnpike Enterprise to pay for the work.

[Funding Source: Fund 167, Bob Sikes Toll Fund]

[THE AGREEMENT WILL BE DISTRIBUTED UNDER SEPARATE COVER]

18.

9396

Recommendation Concerning Issuance of Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000 for the Public Works Department - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board approve the issuance of blanket and/or individual Purchase Orders in excess of $50,000, for the Fiscal Year 2015/2016, based upon previously-awarded Contracts, Contractual Agreements or annual requirements, as provided for the Public Works Department.

Description:	Amount
For bus bench and shelter concrete pad installation and concrete work to bring to ADA standards, to include curb cuts, sidewalks, and future amenity placements.	$150,000
Vendors to be determined based on quotes:	Vendor#
Alternative Power Systems	011624
Alfred Watson Construction	011322
Infrastructure Specialty Services	420809
Christopher Bargaineer	033086

NOTE: Purchase Orders are issued for $30,000 - $45,000; each Purchase Order will require four quotes from vendors (small contractors/DBE vendors).

The Public Works Department has Purchase Orders that may exceed $50,000 over the course of the Fiscal Year. In Fiscal Year 2014/2015, Transportation and Traffic Operations spent approximately $133,000 on neighborhood enhancements such as those listed in the table above.

The issuance of Purchase Orders is necessary to ensure continuity of services traditionally provided by the Board of County Commissioners to the citizens of Escambia County.

[Funding Sources: Fund 175, Cost Centers 211201/211602/211101, Funds 182-199, Cost Centers 210719-210736, and Fund 352, Cost Center 210107]

19.

9310

Recommendation Concerning the Acquisition of the Beulah Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., Property at 6400 West Nine Mile Road - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the acquisition of the Beulah Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., property (approximately 6.02 acres, with 6,000 square foot fire station building), located at 6400 West Nine Mile Road:

A. Authorize the purchase of the Beulah Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., property (approximately 6.02 acres, with 6,000 square foot fire station building), located at 6400 West Nine Mile Road for the purchase price of $300,000, which is the average of two appraisals staff had performed, in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in the Contract for Sale and Purchase;

B. Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Contract for Sale and Purchase for the acquisition of the Beulah Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., property (approximately 6.02 acres, with 6,000 square foot fire station building), located at 6400 West Nine Mile Road; and

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

[Funding Source: Fund 352, "LOST III", Cost Center 330228, Object Code 56101, Project #09FS0021]

20.

9412

Recommendation Concerning Issuing a Purchase Order to DRMP, Inc., to Fund the Second Year of the Joint Project Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for the Signalization Consultant Continuing Services Contract - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to issue a Purchase Order, in the amount of $300,000, to DRMP, Inc., on Contract PD 13-14.080, for the Signalization Consultant Continuing Services Contract to fund the second year of the Joint Project Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT):

[Funding Source: Fund 175, Transportation Trust Fund, Cost Center 211201, Object Code 53101]

21.

9382

Recommendation Concerning Approval of the Final Payment to Dewberry Consultants, LLC, for Work Associated with the April 2014 Flood - Amy Lovoy, Assistant County Administrator

That the Board approve the final payment to Dewberry Consultants, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $168,532.75.

[Funding Source: Fund 112, Disaster Recovery Fund, Cost Center 330491]

22.

9410

Recommendation Concerning the Contract for Small Engine Repair Parts & Supplies Pricing Agreement - Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board award PD 15-16.006, Small Engine Repair Parts & Supplies Pricing Agreement, to A-1 Small Engines and approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Pricing Agreement for Parts and Supplies PD 15-16.006 between Escambia County and Steadham Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a A-1 Small Engines, for the estimated annual amount of $100,000 for a term of 36 months, with two options for 12-month extensions.

The Office of Purchasing advertised the Invitation to Bid PD15-16.006 on November 2, 2015. Seven qualified Small Engine Repair vendors were notified. One bid was received on November 17, 2015. A-1 Small Engine Repair was accepted for recommendation by the Road Department/Fleet Maintenance Division Manger.

[Funding: Fund 175, Transportation fund, Cost Center 210405, Object Code 54601 - $100,000 Annually - Transportation Fund 175]

23.

9448

Recommendation Concerning Contract Ratification for Crescent Lake Dam Restoration - Claudia Simmons, Office of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager

That the Board ratify the County Administrator’s signature on the Purchase Order and the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and Utility Service Co., Inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 15-16.005, Crescent Lake Dam Restoration for a lump sum of $639,607.79.

On Thursday, April 9, 2015 the Board took action concerning the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Emergency Watershed Project (EWP) Program Project Agreement. The Board authorized the County Administrator, the Chairman, or Vice Chairman to execute the appropriate documents to award Design and Construction Contracts for the NRCS projects. The estimated cost was $675,000.

Invitation to Bid, PD 15-16.005, Crescent Lake Dam Restoration was publicly advertised on Monday, October 19, 2015 in the Pensacola News Journal. Bids were received from five firms on Thursday, November 19, 2015. Utility Service Co., Inc. was the lowest bidder.

[THE EXECUTED SIGNATURE PAGE OF THE AGREEMENT AND THE PURCHASE ORDER WILL BE DISTRIBUTED UNDER SEPARATE COVER]

[Funding: Fund 112, Disaster Recovery Fund, Cost Center 330492, Object Code 54612/56301, Project Number ESCPW17]

24.

9467

Recommendation Concerning Support and Maintenance Services of Cisco SMARTnet - Claudia Simmons, Office of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and PC Specialists, Inc., D/B/A Technology Integration Group, per the terms and conditions of PD 15-16.009, Support and Maintenance Services for Cisco SMARTnet, for an annual fee of $107,788.15, for a period of 36 months and possible 12 month renewals for a maximum of 60 months.

Invitations to Bid, PD 15-16.009, Support and Maintenance Services for Cisco SMARTnet were publicly noticed in the Pensacola News Journal on Monday, November 2, 2015, and emailed to 8 firms. A bid was received from one firm on Tuesday, November 24, 2015.

[Funding: Fund 001, General, Cost Center 270103, Object Code 54601]

25.

9468

Recommendation Concerning the Contract Award for Perdido Landfill Section 5 Cell 1A Design - Claudia Simmons, Office of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 14-15.022, Perdido Landfill Section 5 Cell 1A Design, for a lump sum of $1,074,000, for Landfill Development, Bid Assistance, Construction Assistance, additional stormwater development tasks, additional dewatering design and permitting, and revisions to the previously proposed engineering services during construction for the landfill development.

[Funding: Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230315 (Solid Waste Projects), Object Code 56301 (Improvements other than Buildings)]

26.

9460

Recommendation Concerning the Contract Award for Transit Development Plan Major Update - Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County, Florida, and Tindale-Oliver & Associates, Inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 14-15.095, Transit Development Plan Major Update, for a base amount of $218,437, and an allowance to verify the Automated Passenger Counters through a 50% ridecheck sample of trips in the amount of $11,563, for a total of $230,000.

Request for Letters of Interest, PD 14-15.095, Transit Development Plan Major Update, was publicly noticed on Monday, October 5, 2015, to 195 known firms. Responses were received from two firms on Tuesday, October 20, 2015. The Selection/Negotiation Committee held discussions with the two firms on Monday, November 2, 2015. After the discussions the Selection Negotiation Committee ranked in the following order:

1. Tindale-Oliver & Associates, Inc.
2. Nelson/Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc.

Fees were negotiated with Tindale-Oliver & Associates, Inc. on Monday, November 23, 2015.

[Funding: Fund 320, Capital Projects, Cost Center 211233, Object Code 53101, Project Number FL-90-X877-00]

27.

9403

Recommendation Concerning a Change Order to Department of Community Corrections for Inmate Housing for the Escambia County Jail in Excess of $50,000 - Michael Tidwell, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order 4, in excess of $50,000, adding funds for the housing of Escambia County Jail inmates at the Work Release Facility maintained by the Department of Community Corrections.

Department:	Corrections
Division:	Escambia County Jail
Type:	Addition
Amount:	$1,262,630
Vendor:	Department of Community Corrections
Purchase Order:	141331
Change Order	4
Original Award Amount:	$876,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through This Change Order:	$2,315,360
New Purchase Order Total:	$3,191,360