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 May.

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.

9605

Proclamations.

Recommendation: That the Board take the following action:

A. Adopt the Proclamation proclaiming January 30, 2016 to be "Pensacola Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Founders Day Celebration: 103 Years and Counting";

B. Adopt the Proclamation congratulating the Governmental Prayer Breakfast Committee on its 40th Anniversary of recognizing elected/appointed officials that serve Government and God in our community;

C. Ratify the Proclamation dated January 5, 2016, commending Pensacola Police Chief David Alexander, III, for his achievements and outstanding service to the community and congratulating him on his selection as Grand Marshal for the 2016 Martin Luther King, Jr., Day Parade; and

D. Ratify the Proclamation dated January 13, 2016, encouraging all citizens to reflect on the great sacrifices and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as we embrace the theme of this year's celebration - "Protect the Dream - Serve the Community."

7.

9662

Retirement Proclamations.

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

A. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating William "Bill" Brady, Waste Services Department, on his retirement after 33 years of dedicated service;

B. Ratify the Proclamation dated November 3, 2015, commending and congratulating Paula Jean Langford, Corrections Department, on her retirement after 25 years of dedicated service;

C. Ratify the Proclamation dated December 10, 2015, commending and congratulating Kevin M. Pass, Facilities Management Department, on his retirement after 36 years of dedicated service; and

D. Ratify the Proclamation dated December 17, 2015, commending and congratulating Melanie S. Allison, Facilities Management Department, on her retirement after 13 years of dedicated service.

8.

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.

9.

9644

5:31 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance creating the Baybrook Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt, and authorize the Chairman to sign, the Ordinance creating the Baybrook 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 for street lighting.

10.

9603

5:33 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting a Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 Budget.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #033, in the amount of $84,409,434, to recognize certain revenues and adjust fund balance estimates for the following funds: General Fund (001), Escambia County Restricted Fund (101), Economic Development Fund (102), Code Enforcement Fund (103), Mass Transit Fund (104), M&A State Fund (106), Tourist Promotion Fund (108), Other Grants & Projects Fund (110), Detention/Jail Commissary Fund (111), Library Fund (113), Misdemeanor Probation Fund (114), Article V Fund (115), Development Review Fees (116), Perdido Key Beach Mouse Fund (117), Law Enforcement Trust (121), Escambia Affordable Housing (124), Handicapped Parking Fund (130), Family Mediation Fund (131), Fire Protection Fund (143), E-911 Operations Fund (145), HUD-CDBG Housing Rehab (146), Community Redevelopment Fund (151), Southwest Sector CRA Fund (152), Bob Sikes Toll Bridge Fund (167), Transportation Trust Fund (175), MSBU Assessment Fund (177), Master Drainage Basin Fund (181), FTA Capital Projects Fund (320), New Road Construction Fund (333), Local Option Sales Tax III Fund (352), Solid Waste Fund (401), Building Inspections Fund (406), EMS Fund (408), Civic Center Fund (409), and the Internal Service Fund (501), and to appropriate these funds accordingly.

11.

9641

5:34 p.m. Public Hearing to consider adopting an Ordinance creating Volume 1, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-112, relating to participation of minority and women business enterprises.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt an Ordinance creating Volume I, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-112, relating to participation of minority and women business enterprises.

12.

9642

5:35 p.m. Public Hearing to consider adopting an Ordinance amending Volume 1, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-110, relating to local preference in bidding.

Recommendation: That the Board adopt an Ordinance amending Volume I, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-110, relating to local preference in bidding.

13.

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.

9631

Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of the November 30, 2015 Investment Report

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the Investment Portfolio Summary Report for the month ended November 30, 2015, as required by Ordinance Number 95-13; on November 30, 2015, the portfolio market value was $233,649,534 and portfolio earnings totaled $143,094 for the month; the short-term portfolio yield was 0.20%, 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 0.59%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1 Year Treasury Index of 0.65%; the long-term CORE portfolio achieved a yield of 1.25%, which should be compared to the Merrill Lynch 1-5 Year Treasury Index benchmark of 1.15%.

2.

9653

Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of TDT Collection Data for the November 2015 Returns received in December 2015

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the Tourist Development Tax (TDT) Collections Data for the November 2015 returns received in the month of December 2015, as prepared by the Finance Department of the Clerk and Comptroller’s Office; this is the third month of collections for the Fiscal Year 2016; total collections for the month of November 2015 returns was $407,658.66; this is a 7.56% increase over the November 2014 returns; total collections year-to-date are 15.58% more than the comparable time frame in Fiscal Year 2015.

3.

9681

Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of Documents Provided to the Clerk to the Board's Office

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

A. Appeal of the December 2, 2015, decision of the Escambia County Contractor Competency Board, relating to Sowell Roofing Company, Inc., filed by Cynthia Trimble on December 21, 2015;

B. The Escambia County, Florida, Law Library Board, Annual Audit Report, September 30, 2015, as provided by Kristen McAllister, CPA, CGFM, CAM, Senior Manager - Audit Department, Warren Averett CPAs and Advisors; and

C. The Pensacola-Escambia County Promotion and Development Commission, Pensacola, Florida, Financial Statements, September 30, 2015, as provided by Libby Brown, Administrative Assistant, FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance.

4.

9687

Recommendation Concerning Minutes and Reports Prepared by the Clerk to the Board's Office

That the Board take the following action concerning Minutes and Reports prepared by the Clerk to the Board's Office:

A. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Agenda Work Session held January 7, 2016;

B. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held January 7, 2016; and

C. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Committee of the Whole Workshop held December 17, 2015.

GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT

I. Public Hearing

1.

9606

5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an LDC Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article 2, Floodplain Ordinance

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and adopt an Ordinance to the Land Development Code (LDC) replacing Chapter 4, Article 2, Floodplain Management, in its entirety.

At the January 5, 2016, Planning Board Meeting, the Board recommended approval.

2.

9617

5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending the Florida Building Code and Chapter 14, Art. IV, Sections 14-171 through 14-174 and Building Regulations

That the Board review and recommend to the Board of County Commissioners for adoption, an Ordinance amending the Florida Building Code, as follows:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AMENDING THE ESCAMBIA COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES PART I, CHAPTER 14, ART. IV, SECTIONS 14-171 THROUGH 14-174 BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS; TO ADOPT LOCAL TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE FLORIDA BUILDING CODE SPECIFIC TO FLOODPLAIN ELEVATION; PROVIDING FOR APPLICABILITY; SEVERABILITY; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

3.

9547

5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Adopting the 2015-2019 Annual Update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements

That the Board review and adopt an Ordinance adopting the 2015-2019 update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements for incorporation into Part II of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, Escambia County Comprehensive Plan: 2030.

4.

9618

5:48 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Approval of Amendments to the Development Agreement for Wildwood Estates

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) review and approve amendments to the Development Agreement for Wildwood Estates.

At the January 5, 2016, Planning Board Meeting, the Board recommended approval to the BCC.

II. Action Item

1.

9628

Recommendation Concerning Final Plat Home Depot Park, A Replat of Parcel "B" Permit PSD150300011

That the Board approve the recording of the Final Plat of Home Depot Park, A Replat of Parcel "B" (a 6.85 acre private 5 lot commercial subdivision), located in the Brent Community on North Davis Highway and lying north of Brent Lane, (State Road 296). Owned and developed by Home Depot U.S.A., Inc., ARCP WE Pensacola Fl, LLC, and RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc. Prior to recording, the County Engineer, Interim County Surveyor, Development Services Director and the Clerk of the Circuit Court must sign the Final Plat, as set forth in Section 2-5.2, of the Escambia County Land Development Code. Also, prior to recording the acting County Surveyor must sign the Final Plat as set forth in Chapter 177 Florida Statutes.

2.

9649

Recommendation Concerning Final Plat Hawthorne Grove Permit FP #140700011

That the Board take the following actions concerning the recording of the Final Plat of Hawthorne Grove (a 23.98 acres, 64 lot residential subdivision), located in the Beulah Community on Beulah Road, (County Road 99) and lying south of W. Nine Mile Road, (U.S. Alternate Hwy 90). Owned and developed by Hawthorne Grove Developers LLC. Prior to recording, the County Engineer, County Surveyor, Development Services Director and the Clerk of the Circuit Court must sign the Final Plat, as set forth in Section 2-5.2, of the Escambia County Land Development Code. Also, prior to recording the acting County Surveyor must sign the Final Plat as set forth in Chapter 177 Florida Statutes.

A. Approve the Final Plat for recording;

B. Approve the street names "John David Drive, Walter Franklin Road and Blake Evan Circle";

C. Accept all public easements, drainage improvements within public/public parcels as depicted upon the final plat for permanent County maintenance, the cost of pond maintenance is to be funded through the establishment of a stormwater management MSBU ( Municipal Services Benefit Unit); and

D. Authorize the Chairman or Vice-Chairman to execute a Two Year Warranty Agreement without Surety and an Avigation Easement.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT

I. Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda

1.

9472

Recommendation Concerning the Site Access Agreement to Conduct an Environmental Assessment on County-Owned Property located at 4901 Camp Road - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Site Access Agreement to conduct an Environmental Assessment on County-owned property located at 4901 Camp Road, Century, Florida, 32535:

A. Approve the Site Access Agreement to allow the State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection to conduct an Environmental Assessment on County-owned property located at 4901 Camp Road, Century, Florida; and

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

[There will be no budgetary impact]

2.

9478

Recommendation Concerning the Site Access Agreement to Conduct an Environmental Assessment on County-Owned Property Located at 12950 Gulf Beach Highway - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Site Access Agreement to conduct an Environmental Assessment on County-owned property located at 12950 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, Florida, 32507:

A. Approve the Site Access Agreement to allow the State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection to conduct an Environmental Assessment on County-owned property located at 12950 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, Florida; and

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

[There will be no budgetary impact]

3.

9576

Recommendation Concerning Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes, November 17, 2015 - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the November 17, 2015, Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Meeting Minutes, prepared by Melanie Johnson, CRA Administrative Assistant.

4.

9562

Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of a Public Hearing Regarding an Ordinance Relating to Toll Enforcement for the Bob Sikes Bridge Toll Plaza - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing for February 2, 2016, at 9:01 a.m., for the purpose of receiving comments concerning an Ordinance relating to toll enforcement for the Bob Sikes Bridge Toll Plaza.

5.

9583

Recommendation Concerning a Resolution Authorizing the Florida Department of Transportation to Detour Traffic From a State Road to a County Road Pursuant to Completion of the State Road 95 Widening Project - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board adopt and authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolution Authorizing the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to Detour Traffic from a State Road to a County Road Pursuant to Completion of the SR 95 Widening Project, in order to utilize County roadways due a to temporary road closure on Nine Mile Road to allow for the widening of the bridge, which is part of the State Road (SR) 95 (Highway 29) widening project from SR 8 (Interstate 10) to 0.5 miles north of SR 10 (US 90A/Nine Mile Road) in conjunction with FPID Number 218603-1-52-01.

6.

9608

Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of an Appeal Hearing of a Decision by the Contractor Competency Board on December 2, 2015 - Donald R. Mayo, CBO, Building Services Department Director

That the Board approve the scheduling of an Appeal Hearing for February 18, 2016, at 5:31 p.m., to review the Petition for Review of the Contractor Competency Board Decision (made at its December 2, 2015, meeting), as filed by Cynthia Trimble, Petitioner, in the Complaint No.: COM150800025 - Escambia County Contractor Competency Board vs. Thimothy Sowell d/b/a Sowell Roofing Company, Inc.

7.

9620

Recommendation Concerning Revision of Community Center License and Management Agreements for County-Owned Facilities - Michael Rhodes, Parks and Recreation Department Director

That the Board approve the proposed revisions to the Community Center License and Management Agreements for County-Owned Community Center Facilities between Escambia County and volunteer not-for-profit organizations.

The revised Agreement will apply to any future Contracts between Escambia County and not-for-profit organizations and supersede existing Agreements between the County and the following organizations currently managing Escambia County Community Centers:

	Facility	Organization
1	Barrineau Park Community Center & Historical Society	Barrineau Park Historical Society, Inc.
2	Beulah Senior Citizen Center	Beulah Senior Citizens Center, Inc.
3	Ebonwood Community Center	Ebonwood Homeowner & Neighborhood Watch Community, Inc.
4	Englewood Community Center	Boys & Girls Club of the Emerald Coast, Inc.
5	Felix Miga Senior Citizen Center	West Escambia Senior Citizens Organization, Inc.
6	Lexington Terrace Community Center	Collaboration of Community Organizations, Inc.
7	Marie Ella Davis Community Center	Warrington Community Homeowners Association & Neighborhood Watch, Inc.
8	Marie K. Young/Wedgewood Community Center & Park	Wedgewood Community Center Group, Inc.
9	Mayfair Community Center	Mayfair/Oakcrest Neighborhood Watch Association, Inc.
10	Molino Community Center & Historical Museum	Molino Mid-County Historical Society, Inc.
11	Oak Grove Community Center	Oak Grove Community Center, Inc.
12	Quintette Community Center	Quintette Community Park Association, Inc.
13	Walnut Hill Community Center & Ruritan Club	Walnut Hill Ruritan Club, Inc.

8.

9672

Recommendation Concerning the Donation of Soil from Navy Federal Credit Union Phase 2 Expansion - Patrick T. Johnson, Waste Services Department Director

That the Board accept the donation of a volume of soil (to be determined), to include the excavation and transportation of donated soil, from the Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) Phase 2 Expansion, to be beneficially used at the County's discretion.

9.

9693

Recommendation Concerning a Commissioner Appointment to the Council on Aging - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator

That the Board confirm and acknowledge, for the Board's Official Record, the appointment of Commissioner Lumon May to the Council on Aging by the Council on Aging Board of Directors at their December 15, 2015, Annual Board Meeting. Commissioner May's new two-year term is effective December 2015 to December 2017.

II. Budget/Finance Consent Agenda

1.

9563

Recommendation Concerning the Escambia County 2015 Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit Application for County-Owned Property at 603 West Romana Street - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the Escambia County 2015 Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit Application and Affidavit for County-Owned Property at 603 West Romana Street:

A. Approve the Application to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Agency (FDEP) for the Escambia County 2015 Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit (VCTC) Application and Affidavit for County-owned property at 603 West Romana Street; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Application and all related documents.

[Funding Source: In the event of monetary gain, funds will be deposited in Fund 129, CDBG HUD Entitlement, Brownfields]

2.

9567

Recommendation Concerning the Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreement - 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 Agreement:

A. Approve the Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Agreement between Escambia County and the Englewood Neighborhood Improvement Corporation, awarding a Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Grant, in the amount of $500, for the Englewood Community 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 370214]

3.

9581

Recommendation Concerning the Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit Application for Mahogany Mill Boat Ramp Facility - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board that the following action concerning the Escambia County 2015 Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit Application and Affidavit for the Mahogany Mill Boat Ramp Facility:

A. Approve the Application to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for the Escambia County 2015 Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit (VCTC) Application and Affidavit; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Application and all related documents.

[Funding Source: In the event of monetary gain, funds will be deposited in Fund 129, CDBG HUD Entitlement, Brownfields]

4.

9635

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

That the Board ratify the following January 21, 2016, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) concerning the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements:

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

1 . The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and John K. Little and Mei Hung Chu, owners of residential property located at 205 Aster Street, Barrancas Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $3,866, representing an in-kind match through the Barrancas Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370116, Object Code 58301, for installation of new windows;

2. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Mary L. Broughton, owner of residential property located at 839 Lucerne Avenue, Palafox Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $4,210, representing an in-kind match through the Palafox Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370115, Object Code 58301, to install a new roof;

3. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Paul C. & Sabine M. Barrett, owner of residential property located at 203 Edgewater Drive, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $4,345, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114 , Object Code 58301, to install new windows;

4. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Frances J. Walsh, owner of residential property located at 110 Jardine Road A & B, Warrington Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $5,732, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 370114, Object Code 58301, for electrical rewiring and installation of a central heating and air conditioning system;

5. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Tonja L. Holland, owner of residential property located at 923 Fremont Avenue, Palafox Redevelopment District, each in the amount of $1,050, representing an in-kind match through the Palafox Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund, Cost Center 370115, Object Code 58301, install a new roof; and

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

5.

9636

Recommendation Concerning the Cancellation of 10 Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board ratify the following January 21, 2016, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the cancellation of 10 Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens:

A. Approving the following cancellation of 10 Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens, as the Grant recipients have met their Grant requirements:

Property Owner	Address	Amount
William & Milda Allen	2319 West Desoto Street	$4,020
Maggie M. Buchanan	1220 El Paso Circle	$5,729
Cecil & Marita R. Ellis	2312 North "G" Street	$4,559
Evan L. Jr. & Sheila J. Feltner	5 Audusson Avenue	$2,668
David W. Fichter	9 Brandywine Road	$2,940
C. Patrick Granat	402 SE Syrcle Drive	$1,697
Christopher Hall	420 South 1st Street	$4,237
John A. Phillips	25 Audusson Avenue	$1,700
Grace Watts	1221 El Paso Circle	$2,525
Lilia Oakey Whitehouse	1306 Wilson Avenue	$1,245

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

6.

9591

Recommendation Concerning the Issuance of Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000 for the Neighborhood & Human Services Department for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 - Tonya Gant, Neighborhood & Human Services Department Director

That the Board approve the issuance of an individual Purchase Order in excess of $50,000, based upon previously awarded Contracts, Contractual Agreements, or annual requirements, for the Neighborhood & Human Services Department, for Fiscal Year 2015/2016, as follows:

Vendor	Amount	Contract Number
Blue Arbor, Inc	$65,280	PD 14-15.041
Vendor Number: 023818
Temporary Employment Services
Funding: Fund 001, (General)
Cost Center(s): 370106 (Community Centers)

[Funding Source: Funding is available in the specified Cost Center(s) for each Purchase Order(s)]

7.

9588

Recommendation Concerning a Contract for Uniform Rental Services Agreement - Claudia Simmons, Office of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager

That the Board award Contract PD 15-16-012, Uniform Rental Services Contract, to G & K Services, Co., in the estimated annual amount of $46,500, for a term of 36 months with two options for 12-month extensions, and approve the Agreement for Uniform Rental Services (PD 15-16.012) between Escambia County, Florida, and G & K Services, Co.

The Office of Purchasing advertised the Solicitation on November 16, 2015. Six vendors were notified on November 16, 2015. Four bids were received and accepted on December 1, 2015. G & K Services, Co., was the lowest responsive bidder and was approved for recommendation by the Facilities Management Department.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 310203, Object Code 54401 Facilities Management Department; Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Centers 230301, 230304, 230306, 230307, & 230314, Object Code 54401, Solid Waste Services; Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 210402, Object Code 54401, Roads & Fleet Departments; Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 250202, Object Codes 54401 & 55201, Animal Services; and Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 220701, Object Code 54401, Mosquito Control]

8.

9650

Recommendation Concerning the Contract for Grounds Keeping for West Florida Libraries Maintenance Agreement - Claudia Simmons, Office of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager

That the Board award Contract PD 15-16.018, Grounds Keeping for West Florida Libraries Maintenance Agreement, to Gulf Coast Environmental Contractors, Inc., and approve the Agreement for the Grounds Keeping for West Florida Libraries Maintenance Agreement, PD 15-16.018, between Escambia County, Florida, and Gulf Coast Environmental Contractors, Inc., in the amount of $11,490 annually, for a term of 36 months with two 12-month options to extend.

The Office of Purchasing advertised the Solicitation on December 16, 2015. Fifty vendors were notified that specialize in Grounds Keeping Maintenance and landscaping Services. Eight licensed grounds maintenance and landscaping service companies submitted bids, and one bid was received and accepted on January 5, 2016, from Gulf Coast Environmental Contractors, Inc., which was the most reasonable and responsive bidder.

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

9.

9643

Recommendation Concerning the Contract Award for C.R. 297-A at Pine Cone Drive Signal Installation - 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 Ingram Signalization, Inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 15-16.001, C.R. 297-A at Pine Cone Drive Signal Installation for the amount of $167,705.50.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Project Number 14EN2845]

10.

9560

Recommendation Concerning Real Estate Appraisal Services - Claudia Simmons, Office of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager

That the Board award Contract PD 15-16.002, “Real Estate Appraisal Services,” to the following firms, approve the Agreement for Real Estate Appraisal Services PD 15-16.002, between Escambia County and the following Real Estate Appraisal firms, for a term of 12 months, and authorize the issuance of Purchase Orders based on the award to the lowest cost provider at the time of quotation of the appraisal service as needed by the County during the term of the Agreement:

A. Asmar Appraisal Company, Inc.;
B. Brantley & Associates Real Estate Appraisal Corp.;
C. G. Daniel Green and Associates, Inc.;
D. Fruittcher-Lowery Appraisal Group, Inc.;
E. Presley-McKenney & Associates, Inc.; and
F. Sherrill and Stanton, LLC.

11.

9625

Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of Library Materials - Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board authorize the utilization of the Florida Department of Management Services State Contract for Library Materials #715-001-07-1, for the purchase of materials for the West Florida Public Libraries from the following vendors at the estimated annual amounts detailed below:

Brodart Company	$145,000
Midwest Tape, LLC	$65,000
The Gale Group d/b/a Thomson Gale	$10,000
Quality Books, Inc.	$5,000

[Funding: Fund 113, Library Fund, Cost Center 110501, Object Code 56601]

12.

9659

Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of Life Pak Equipment for the Public Safety Department - Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board authorize the issuance of Purchase Orders in excess of $50,000 to Henry Schein, Inc., for PD 14-15.085, for Life Pak Equipment and parts required by the Public Safety Department.

[Fund: Fund 408, EMS Operations, Cost Center 330302, Object Code, 55201]

13.

9549

Recommendation Concerning Livestock Collection and Boarding - Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Manager, Office of Purchasing

That the Board take the following action regarding PD 15-16.016, Livestock Collection and Boarding Contract:

A. Award Contract PD 15-16.016, Livestock Collection and Boarding Contract, to Josh Weekley and approve and the Agreement for Livestock Collection and Boarding Services between Escambia County and Josh Weekley, for a term of 12 months with two options for 12-month extensions, for an estimated annual amount of $25,000;

B. Approve the Lease Agreement for Livestock Collection Truck between Escambia County and Josh Weekley for the lease of a 2012 Chevrolet 3500 Truck, VIN 1GC4KZCG5CF231471, for a fee of $1 per year for the term of the Agreement for Livestock Collection and Boarding Services, PD 15-16.016; and

C. Authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreements.

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

14.

9580

Recommendation Concerning a Change Order in Excess of $50,000 to the Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office for Housing of Inmates from the Escambia County Jail - Chip Simmons, Assistant County Administrator

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

Department:	Corrections
Division:	Escambia County Jail
Type:	Addition
Amount:	$1,708,730
Vendor:	Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office
Purchase Order:	141347
Change Order:	3
Original Award Amount:	$2,828,750
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders Through This Change Order:	$1,708,730
New Purchase Order Total:	$4,537,480

[Funding Source: Fund 501, Internal Service Fund, Cost Center 140836, Object Code 53401]

15.

9624

Recommendation Concerning the Grant Agreement for the Ex-Oriskany PCB Artificial Reef Monitoring Project with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - J. Taylor "Chips" Kirschenfeld, Interim Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board take the following action concerning the Grant Agreement for the Ex-Oriskany PCB Artificial Reef Monitoring Project between the State of Florida, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Escambia County:

A. Approve the Grant Agreement, FWC Agreement No. 15104, between FWC and Escambia County for the Ex-Oriskany PCB Artificial Reef Monitoring Project, in the amount not to exceed $45,000, from the date of execution through December 31, 2017; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement and any subsequent documents related to acceptance, execution, reporting, no-cost time extensions and amendments to this Agreement, subject to Legal review and approval, without further action of the Board.

The County Attorney's Office has requested that the Board be made aware of the following language:

* Paragraph 34, SEVERABILITY, CHOICE OF LAW, AND CHOICE OF VENUE, (page 15 of 18), last sentence, "Any action in connection herewith, in law or equity, shall be brought in Leon County, Florida, to the exclusion of all other lawful venues."
* Paragraph 36, JURY TRIAL WAIVER, (page 15 of 18), "As part of the consideration of this Agreement, the Parties hereby waive trial by jury in any action or proceeding brought by any Party against any other Party pertaining to any matter whatsoever arising out of or in any way connected with this Agreement or with the products or services provided under this Agreement, including but not limited to any claim by the Grantee of quantum meruit."

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

16.

9661

Recommendation Concerning a Grant Agreement for the Escambia County, Perdido Bay Public Boat Launching Facility, Under the Florida Boating Improvement Program, with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - J. Taylor “Chips” Kirschenfeld, Interim Director, Department of Natural Resources Management

That the Board take the following action concerning a Grant Agreement for the Perdido Bay Public Boat Launching Facility, under the Florida Boating Improvement Program, with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC):

A. Approve the Grant Agreement between the State of Florida (FWC) and Escambia County, FWC Agreement No. 14097, for the Perdido Bay Public Boat Launching Facility, under the Florida Boating Improvement Program, in the amount not to exceed $150,000, from the date of execution through December 31, 2036; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement and any subsequent documents related to the acceptance, execution, reporting, and no-cost time extensions to implement the Agreement without further Board action.

Note: The County Attorney's Office has requested that the Board be made aware of the following language:

* Paragraph 34, SEVERABILITY, CHOICE OF LAW, AND CHOICE OF VENUE, (page 17 of 20), last sentence, "Any action in connection herewith, in law or equity, shall be brought in Leon County, Florida, to the exclusion of all other lawful venues."
* Paragraph 36, JURY TRIAL WAIVER, (page 18 of 20), "As part of the consideration of this Agreement, the Parties hereby waive trial by jury in any action or proceeding brought by any Party against any other Party pertaining to any matter whatsoever arising out of or in any way connected with this Agreement or with the products or services provided under this Agreement, including but not limited to any claim by the Grantee of quantum meruit."

Additional Note: At its meeting on March 6, 2014 (CAR II-3), the Board approved applying for a Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP) Grant for the design, engineering, and permitting of a new public boat ramp on Perdido Bay, located in the 10800 Block of Lillian Highway.

[Grant: Fund 110, Other Grants and Projects, Cost Center to be determined at time of Supplemental Budget Amendment. Maximum reimbursement of 71% not to exceed $150,000. Match: Fund 110, Other Grants and Projects, Cost Center 220807, Vessel Registration Fees. Required Match of 29% is $61,267.61]

17.

9637

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #052 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #052, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110) in the amount of $33,316, to recognize an adjustment to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Grant (SNAP) and to appropriate the additional funds for this Grant. Participants in this program gain skills, training, and/or work experience that will increase their ability to move directly into employment.

18.

9647

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #053 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #053, Internal Service Fund (501) in the amount of $200,000, to recognize proceeds from Florida Blue, and to appropriate these funds for employee wellness and health related activities.

19.

9655

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #054 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #054, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110), in the amount of $6,500, to recognize proceeds from a State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Federal Fiscal Year 2015 Sub-grant Agreement, and to appropriate these funds for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program.

20.

9658

Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #055 - Stephan Hall, Budget Manager, Management and Budget Services

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #055, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110), in the amount of $6,500, to recognize proceeds from a State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Grant Agreement, and to appropriate these funds for Public Safety activities related to the Citizen Corps Program.

21.

9594

Recommendation Concerning the Southern Light, LLC, Telecommunications License Agreement and Scope Of Work for the Escambia County Library Century - Shawn Fletcher, Information Technology Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Southern Light, LLC, Telecommunications License Agreement and Scope of Work for the Escambia County Library Century:

A. Approve the Telecommunications License Agreement and Scope of Work with Southern Light, LLC, for the Escambia County Library Century. This will provide a high speed fiber data connection between the Escambia County Library Century and the Main Library Branch with a monthly fee of $762; and

B. Authorize the County Administrator to sign the Southern Light, LLC, Telecommunications License Agreement and Scope of Work.

[Funding Source: Funds are available in the current Budget, Library Fund (113), Cost Center 110503]

22.

9564

Recommendation Concerning the State of Florida Department of Transportation Grant Application for USC Section 5311 Program Grant - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Grant Application for USC Section 5311 Funding (Federal Transit Administration [FTA] non-urbanized area funding), to be used by Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT) and the paratransit provider for non-urbanized areas of Escambia County, including operation of the fixed route to Century:

A. Adopt the Resolution authorizing Escambia County to apply for and accept certain Grant awards made by FDOT and by the FTA Act of 1964; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Resolution and all other required documents pertaining to acceptance and expenditure of Grant funds, including notification of funding and electronic document filing, pending Legal approval, without further action of the Board.

[Funding: These funds will be included in the ECAT Fiscal Year 2016/2017 Budget]

23.

9634

Recommendation Concerning Reallocation of Capital Improvement Program Funds - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board approve the reallocation of funds from the Capital Improvement Program, totaling $818,000, from the Congestion Improvement Program to the following projects:

District	Project Name	Cost
1	Doug Ford Drive Turn Lane Installation	$200,000
5	Highway 95A / Old Chemstrand Signal Installation	$300,000
3	Detroit Boulevard Safety Upgrades	$318,000