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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting – May 15, 2014 – 5:30 p.m.
Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building – First Floor
             
1. Call to Order.

Please turn your cell phone to the vibrate, silence, or off setting.

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. Presentation - Proclamation, adopted April 29, 2014, offering the Board's appreciation and support for the dedication of the "Old Chimney" Park and inclusion in the National National Landmark Listing.
 
             
7.   Proclamations.

Recommendation:  That the Board take the following action concerning the following two Proclamations:
 
A. Adopt the Proclamation recognizing and commending Mrs. Bette Hooton for her volunteer service to the community and expressing sincere gratitude to her for committing her time and talent as an activist and advocate to further the development of the West Florida Public Library System; and

B. Ratify the Proclamation dated May 7, 2014, recognizing Rotary District 6940 for joining the Clubs of the Districts towards achieving the Rotary goals and commending the Rotary Club for its service dedicated to improving the human condition in local communities around the world.
 
8. Written Communication.
 
  April 21, 2014 - Letter received from Joe Endry, President of Endrizzi Investments, Inc., requesting that the County waive the late fees and penalties that have accrued since 2007 for unpaid MSBU (Municipal Services Benefit Unit) assessments on the properties located at 24 Via De Luna Drive and 22A and 22B Via De Luna Drive as subleases and allow him to pay his share of the MSBU assessment, in the amount of $8,345.64.  
 
9. Did the Clerk’s Office receive the proofs of publication for the Public Hearing(s) on the agenda and the Board’s Weekly Meeting Schedule?

Recommendation: That the Board waive the reading of the legal advertisement(s) and accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the certified affidavit(s) establishing proof of publication for the Public Hearing(s) on the agenda, and the Board of County Commissioners – Escambia County, Florida, Meeting Schedule.
 
10.   5:31 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting the LOST Ordinance

Recommendation:  That the Board adopt the Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) Ordinance authorizing a County-wide referendum to be held on August 26, 2014, for the voters to consider an 11-year extension.
 
11.   Committee of the Whole Recommendation

The Committee of the Whole (C/W), at the May 8, 2014, C/W Workshop, recommends that the Board adopt the Legal Representation for Commissioners and County Employees Policy (Item 4).
 
             
12. Reports:
 
 
 
CLERK & COMPTROLLER'S REPORT

Backup Not Included With The Clerk's Report Is Available For Review In
The Office Of The Clerk To The Board
Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building, Suite 130
 
I.  Consent Agenda
 
1.   Recommendation Concerning Investment Advisory and Management Services

That the Board authorize Pam Childers, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, in her capacity as Chief Investment Officer, to piggyback off of the Contract between St. Lucie County Clerk of Circuit Court and Davidson Fixed Income Management, Inc., to provide Investment Advisory and Management Services, with an effective date beginning June 1, 2014; the funds to be invested will be repositioned from the short-term portfolio and the fees will be paid from portfolio interest earnings.
 
2.   Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of the Proclamations Declaring State of Local Emergency

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the following two Proclamations relating to the April 29, 2014, Severe Weather Event:

A. The Proclamation Declaring State of Local Emergency (By Chairman of BCC), due to the imminent threat posed by the Severe Weather Event, effective for seven days beginning 9:00 p.m. April 29, 2014, as adopted by the Chairman on April 29, 2014, and filed with the Department of State on April 30, 2014; and

B. The Proclamation Declaring State of Local Emergency (By Chairman of BCC), due to the imminent threat posed by the Severe Weather Event, effective for seven days beginning 9:00 p.m. May 6, 2014, as adopted by the Chairman on May 3, 2014, and filed with the Department of State on May 5, 2014.
 
             
3.   Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of Pensacola Sports Association, Inc., Financial Statements

That the Board accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Pensacola Sports Association, Inc., Financial Statements September 30, 2013, with Independent Auditors' Report, as prepared and audited by Carlson & Company, Chartered, Certified Public Accountants, provided by Sally Garst, Special Events, Pensacola Sports Association, Inc., and received in the Clerk to the Board's Office on May 2, 2014.
 
4.   Recommendation Concerning Minutes and Reports Prepared by the Clerk to the Board's Office

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

A. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board  Meeting held April 29, 2014;

B. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Agenda Work Session held April 29, 2014; and

C. Accept, for filing with the Board's Minutes, the Report of the Committee of the Whole (C/W) Workshop held April 10, 2014.
 
             
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
 
I.   Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda
 
1.  

Recommendation Concerning Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes, April 29, 2014 - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the April 29, 2014, Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Meeting Minutes, prepared by Carolyn Barbour, Administrative Assistant.

 
2.   Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of a Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Transfer of an Exclusive Franchise to Operate a Water System - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board authorize the scheduling of a Public Hearing for June 3, 2014, at 5:32 p.m., to consider adopting a Resolution approving the transfer of an exclusive franchise to operate a water system in accordance with Chapter 57-1313, Laws of Florida.
 
3.   Recommendation Concerning a Resolution for a Public Boat Ramp on Perdido Bay - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning a Resolution authorizing Escambia County to apply for and accept certain Grant awards made by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for a Public Boat Ramp on Perdido Bay:

A. Adopt the Resolution Authorizing Escambia County to Apply For and Accept Certain Grant Awards Made by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for a Public Boat Ramp on Perdido Bay; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolution.
 
4.   Recommendation Concerning Appointments to the CareerSource Escarosa (Formerly Workforce Escarosa) Board of Directors - Marilyn D. Wesley, Community Affairs Department Director

That the Board confirm the appointments of Jamie Bristow, Founder/President, Nonprofit Match, Inc., and Richard Douglas McLeod, Store Manager, Lowes Corporation, to the CareerSource Escarosa (formerly Workforce Escarosa) Board of Directors, as private sector representatives, for a three-year term, with each term of appointment to be effective May 15, 2014, through May 14, 2017.
 
5.   Recommendation Concerning the Limited Waiver of the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance for an Outdoor Special Olympic Fund Raiser - Donald R. Mayo, Interim Building Official

That the Board review and approve the “Special Event Permit Application” for a limited waiver of the noise restrictions imposed by the Escambia County Noise Abatement Ordinance, extending the beginning time from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., and the ending time from 10:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m., for the outdoor Special Olympic fund raiser being held at Louie's Tavern, 271 Molino Road, Molino, Florida, on Saturday, June 7, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
 
6.   Recommendation Concerning the Longleaf C&D Disposal Facility - Patrick T. Johnson, Solid Waste Management Department Director

That the Board authorize the scheduling and advertising of a Public Hearing for June 3, 2014, at 5:31 p.m., for consideration of the renewal of a Permit to Construct and/or Operate a Construction and Demolition Debris Facility, for Longleaf C&D Disposal Facility, located at 2023 Longleaf Drive, Pensacola, Florida, owned by Waste Management, Inc.
 
7.   Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Community & Environment Department - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the Community & Environment Department, relating to a 1989 Ford Ranger Truck, Property Number 35924, which is described and listed on the Disposition Form, with reason for disposition stated.  The truck has been found to be of no further use to the County; thus, it is requested that it be auctioned as surplus or properly disposed of.
 
8.   Recommendation Concerning the Amendment of Agreement for Professional Services PD 02-03.79 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Amendment of Agreement for Professional Services (PD 02-03.79), providing for administrative changes to PD 02-03.79, Professional Services as Governed by Florida Statute 287.055, between Escambia County, Florida, and Jerry W. McGuire & Associates, P.A., changing the name to JMA Engineering Services, Inc. 
 
9.   Recommendation Concerning the Requests for Disposition of Property for the Parks and Recreation Department - Michael Rhodes, Parks and Recreation Department Director

That the Board approve the two Request for Disposition of Property Forms for the Parks and Recreation Department, indicating 11 items to be properly disposed of, which are described and listed on the Request Forms, with reasons for disposition stated.
 
10.   Recommendation Concerning the Amendment of Operations and Maintenance Agreement - Patrick T. Johnson, Solid Waste Management Department Director

That the Board approve the Amendment of Operations and Maintenance Agreement between the Perdido Landfill, owned and operated by Escambia County, Florida, and LFG Technologies, Inc., amending the Term and Termination of the current Agreement.
 
11.   Recommendation Concerning the Conveyance of Temporary Easements to the Florida Department of Transportation for the State Road 292 (Gulf Beach Highway) Improvement Project - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the conveyance of temporary easements of varying widths, to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), for their planned improvement Project for the portion of State Road (SR) 292 (Gulf Beach Highway), from Merritt Street to Manchester Street:

A. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the conveyance of temporary easements of varying widths, to FDOT, for their planned improvement Project for the portion of SR 292 (Gulf Beach Highway), from Merritt Street to Manchester Street; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Deed, the Resolution, and all other documents related to the transfer without further action of the Board.
 
             
II.  Budget/Finance Consent Agenda
 
1.   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 $2,462,546.31 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.
 
2.   Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board ratify the following May 15, 2014, 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 six Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements:

1. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and R. Frank Sylves, the owner of residential property located at 333 Edgewater Drive, Pensacola, Florida, in the Warrington Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $5,413, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 220516, Object Code 58301, for replacing windows;

2. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Willie J. Sanders, the owner of residential property located at 2604 North "N" Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Englewood Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $1,150, representing an in-kind match through the Englewood Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 220520, Object Code 58301, for sanitary sewer connection;

3. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Myrtle Barnes, the owner of residential property located at 1202 Wisteria Avenue, Pensacola, Florida, in the Barrancas Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $3,475, representing an in-kind match through the Barrancas Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 220519, Object Code 58301, for roof replacement;

4. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Panzola L. Williams, the owner of residential property located at 804 West Fisher Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Englewood Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $1,900, representing an in-kind match through the Englewood Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 220520, Object Code 58301, for roof replacement;

5. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Gregory L. Scoville, the owner of residential property located at 217 Chief's Way, Pensacola, Florida, in the Warrington Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $1,685, representing an in-kind match through the Warrington Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 220516, Object Code 58301, to replace windows; and

6. The Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Maurice Robinson, the owner of residential property located at 802 West Fisher Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Englewood Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $5,832, representing an in-kind match through the Englewood Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Fund 151, Cost Center 220520, Object Code 58301, for septic tank replacement and air conditioning installation; and

B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement the Grant awards.
 
3.   Recommendation Concerning Cancellation of a Residential Rehab Grant Program Lien - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board ratify the following May 15, 2014, 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:

A. Approving the Lien cancellation for residential property located at 226 Payne Road, owned by Alan A. Tschirgi, in the amount of $932, as the recipient has met the Residential Rehab Grant Program requirements; and

B. Authorizing the Chairman to execute the Cancellation of Lien documents.
 
             
4.   Recommendation Concerning the Issuance of Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Purchase Orders in Excess of $50,000 for the Community & Environment Department - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board, for the Fiscal Year 2013-2014, approve the issuance of blanket and/or individual Purchase Orders in excess of $50,000, based upon previously awarded Contracts, Contractual Agreements, or annual requirements, for the Community & Environment Department, as follows:

Vendor/Contractor Amount Contract Number
Blue Arbor, Inc.
Vendor Number: 023818
Contract Labor
Fund:  001 (General)
Cost Centers:  220101, 220701, 221001, 221201
Fund:  101 (Restricted)
Cost Centers:  220310, 220334, 221018
Fund:  102 (Economic Development)
Cost Center:  360704
Fund:  108 (Tourist Development) 
Cost Center: 220805
Fund:  110 (Other Grants/Projects)
Cost Center:  221012
Fund:  129 (CDBG HUD Entitlement)
Cost Center:  220453
Fund:  151 (Community Redevelopment)
Cost Centers:  220521, 220523 
$100,000   PD 11-12.035
BCC Approved 02-18-2014
 
Texas A&M University
Vendor Number: 200975
Analysis of Fish Tissue Samples
Fund: 108 (Tourist Development)
Cost Center:  220805
Fund:  110 (Other Grants/Projects)
Cost Center:  220338
$90,000  FWC Agreement #13225
BCC Approved 04-3-2014 

[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Centers 220101, 220701, 221001, 221201; Fund 101, Restricted Fund, Cost Centers 220310, 220334, 221018; Fund 102, Economic Development Fund, Cost Center 360704; Fund 108, Tourist Development Fund, Cost Center 220805; Fund 110, Other Grants & Projects Fund, Cost Centers 220338, 221012; Fund 129, CDBG HUD Entitlement Fund, Cost Center 220453; Fund 151 Community Redevelopment Fund, Cost Centers 220521, 220523]
 
5.   Recommendation Concerning the Memorandum of Agreement Regarding the Administration of Federal Transit Administration 5307 Funds for the Pensacola, Florida-Alabama Urbanized Area - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between Escambia County, Baldwin County, and the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization regarding the Administration of Federal Transit Administration 5307 Funds for the Pensacola, Florida-Alabama Urbanized Area:

A. Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Memorandum of Agreement Regarding the Administration of Federal Transit Administration 5307 Funds for the Pensacola, Florida-Alabama Urbanized Area;

B. Authorize the disbursement of funds to Baldwin County, based upon invoicing, without further action of the Board; and

C. Authorize staff to sign all documents associated with this MOA.
 
6.   Recommendation Concerning Approval of the Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreement for Liberty Sertoma Club, Inc., d/b/a Sertoma's Fourth of July - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning approval of the Fiscal Year 2013/2014 Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreement for Liberty Sertoma Club, Inc., d/b/a Sertoma's Fourth of July:

A. Approve the Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreement between Escambia County and Liberty Sertoma Club, Inc., d/b/a Sertoma's Fourth of July, in the amount of $75,000, to be paid from the 4th Cent Tourist Promotion Fund (108), Cost Center 360105, Account 58201;

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement and all other necessary documents; and

C. Authorize the execution of the necessary Purchase Order.
 
             
7.   Recommendation Concerning Approval of Amendment to Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreement between Escambia County and Pensacola Sports Association, Inc., as Fiscal Agent for Visit Pensacola, Inc. - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning approval of the Fiscal Year 2013/2014 Amendment to Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreement between Escambia County and Pensacola Sports Association, Inc., as Fiscal Agent for Visit Pensacola, Inc.:

A. Approve the Amendment to the Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreement, amending Section 3, increasing the allocation by $1,700,425, for a total allocation of $5,039,039, to be paid from the Tourist Promotion Fund (108), Cost Centers 360101 and 360105, Account 58201;

B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Amendment and all other necessary documents; and

C. Authorize the execution of the necessary Change Order.
 
8.   Recommendation Concerning Lobbying Services for Federal Assistance PD 13-14.023 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board approve the Agreement for Lobbyist Services, PD 13-14.023, between Escambia County, Florida, and Alcalde & Fay, LTD, for Lobbying Services for Federal Assistance, for a term of 12 months, effective June 4, 2014, with 2 options for 12-month renewal periods, for an annual amount of $78,000.

[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 110201, Object Code 53101]
 
9.   Recommendation Concerning the Campbell Road Dirt Road Paving and Drainage Improvements PD 13-14.040 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board award Contract PD 13-14.040, for the Campbell Road Dirt Road Paving and Drainage Improvements, to Roads, Inc., of NWF, in the amount of $590,295.72.

[Funding:  Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Project# 10EN0575]
 
10.   Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of a Caterpillar 725 Articulated 6X6 Dump Truck VE 13-14.013 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board authorize the County to utilize the City of Tucson Contract #120377/National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance Company ("National IPA"), in accordance with the Escambia County, Florida, Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-44, Application; exemptions; and Section 46-64, Board approval, and award a Purchase Order for one Caterpillar 725 Articulated 6X6 Dump Truck, VE 13-14.013, in accordance with tractor's specifications and manufacturer's options, in the amount of $347,904, to Thompson Tractor Company.

[Funding:  Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230314, Object Code 56401]
 
11.   Recommendation Concerning the Authorization for Expenditures Over $50,000 in Fiscal Year 2013-2014 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board authorize expenditures of over $50,000 in Fiscal Year 2013-2014, for Cobia Build Contractors, Inc., Vendor Number 033786, and Common Area Solutions Vendor Number 034266.  Both Contractors perform demolition or lot clearing services for Environmenal Code Enforcement for individual Projects of less than $50,000, based on competitive quotes.  This request is being made in advance of the cumulative total of expenditures exceeding $50,000 this Fiscal Year for these vendors.

[Funding:  Fund 103, Environmental Code Enforcement Fund, Cost Center 290101, Object Code 53401]
 
12.   Recommendation Concerning the Agreements for Air Filters, PD 13-14.042 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board approve the Agreements for Air Filters, PD 13-14.042, awarded to Lynn A. Berry, Inc., d/b/a Johnstone Supply, and Lott Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a Pure Air Filters, and approve annual expenditures in excess of $50,000.

[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 310203, Object Code 54601]
 
             
13.   Recommendation Concerning Employee Assistance Program Services, PD 13-14.019 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board approve the Agreement for Employee Assistance Program Services, PD 13-14.019, between Escambia County, Florida, and Behavioral Health Systems, Inc., in the amount of $7,000, for a period of 12 months, with an option to extend for 2 additional 12-month periods, with an effective date of August 1, 2014.

[Funding:  Fund 501, Internal Service Fund, Cost Center 150106, Object Code 53101]
 
14.   Recommendation Concerning the Agreement Relating to Palafox Transfer Station Debris Hauling, PD 13-14.041 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board approve the Agreement Relating to Palafox Transfer Station Debris Hauling, PD 13-14.041, between Escambia County and Southern Haulers, LLC, for the Palafox Transfer Station Hauling Contract, in the amount of $200,000.

[Funding:  Fund 401, Solid Waste Fund, Cost Center 230307, Object Code 53401]
 
15.   Recommendation Concerning Operator for Paratransit Services - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board approve the Agreement to Provide Paratransit Transportation Services, PD 13-14.029, between Escambia County and First Transit, Inc., in the 5-year total amount of $17,798,560, as follows:

A. Year 1, in the amount of $3,401,429;
B. Year 2, in the amount of $3,477,371;  
C. Year 3, in the amount $3,561,975;
D. Year 4, in the amount of  $3,608,601; and
E. Year 5, in the amount of $3,749,184.

[Funding:  Fund 104, Mass Transit Fund, Cost Center 320401, Object Code 53401/53404]

(THE AGREEMENT TO BE DISTRIBUTED UNDER SEPARATE COVER)
 
16.   Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of One Ambulance for the Public Safety Department - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding the purchase of one ambulance for the Public Safety Department, to replace a Unit 7 (PN 60151), lost due to flood damage, April 30, 2014: 

A. Authorize the County to piggyback off of the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments (H-GAC) Contract #AM10-12, effective October 1, 2012, through September 30, 2014, for the purchase of one ambulance, 2015 International Navistar Medium, 102", Model 623 (NA02); and
 
B. Award a Purchase Order, in the amount of $222,396, to Halcore Group, Inc. (d/b/a Horton Emergency Vehicles Company), a vendor awarded this Contract, for this purpose.

[Funding Source:  Fund 352, LOST III Fund, Cost Center 330435, Project 08PS0028]
 
17.   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #173 - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #173, Local Option Sales Tax Fund III (352) in the amount of $550,000, to recognize reimbursements from the 4H Foundation and to appropriate these funds for the purchase of property along Chalker Road and Highway 99.
 
18.   Recommendation Concerning Approval of a Service of Process Contract with the State of Florida, Department of Revenue - Amy Lovoy, Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign, subject to Legal sign-off, the State of Florida, Department of Revenue (DOR), Standard Contract between Escambia County and the State of Florida, Department of Revenue Child Support Program, for reimbursements related to service of process and execution of writs for child support enforcement orders issued by DOR.  This Contract will allow the County to collect 66% of the $20 unit rate for each service of process and 66% of the $70 rate for writs.
 
             
19.   Recommendation Concerning Change Orders for the West Florida Public Library System - Darlene Howell, West Florida Public Library Administrator

That the Board approve and authorize the Interim County Administrator to execute the following Change Orders, increasing funds for the purchase of books and materials through the balance of the Fiscal Year, in support of the day-to-day operations and goals of the 2013-2018 Strategic Plan of the West Florida Public Library System:

Department: Library
Division: Library
Type: Addition
Amount: $18,000
Vendor: Baker & Taylor
Project Name: N/A
Contract: State of Florida # 715-001-07-1
PO No.: 140690
CO No.: 1
Original Award Amount: $40,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders through this CO: $18,000
New PO Total: $58,000

Department: Library
Division: Library
Type: Addition
Amount: $67,000
Vendor: Brodart
Project Name: N/A
Contract: State of Florida # 715-001-07-1
PO No.: 140662
CO No.: 1
Original Award Amount: $99,100
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders through this CO: $67,000
New PO Total: $166,100

Department: Library
Division: Library
Type: Addition
Amount: $38,500
Vendor: Midwest Tape
Project Name: N/A
Contract: State of Florida # 715-001-07-1
PO No.: 140661
CO No.: 1
Original Award Amount: $49,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders through this CO: $38,500
New PO Total: $87,500

[Funding:  Fund 113, Library Fund, Cost Center 110501, Object Code 55401, for Books, Publications, and Subscriptions]
 
             
COUNTY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
 
I.   For Action
 
1.   Recommendation Concerning the Gulf Coast Summerfest Concert Resolution Restricting Access to the Gulf of Mexico on a Limited Portion of Santa Rosa Island

That the Board adopt a Resolution restricting access to the Gulf of Mexico on a limited portion of Santa Rosa Island during the 2014 Gulf Coast Summerfest Concert event from sunset on Saturday, August 30, 2014 until sunrise on Sunday, August 31, 2014.
 
2.   Recommendation Concerning Partial Settlement of Litigation: Audra Creech v. Escambia County, FL v. Colette Maxwell, Case No. 2011 CA 002463, and Raphael Kyles v. Escambia County, FL v. Colette Maxwell, Case No. 2011 CA 002461.

That the Board approve a settlement payment of $25,000 to Colette Maxwell in exchange for the execution of a general release and hold harmless agreement and dismissal of the pending counterclaims in the litigation titled Audra Creech v. Escambia County, FL v. Colette Maxwell, Case No. 2011 CA 002463, and Raphael Kyles v. Escambia County, FL v. Colette Maxwell, Case No. 2011 CA 002461.
 
3.   Recommendation Concerning the MOU Between Escambia County and UF/IFAS Extension 4-H

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County and UF/IFAS Extension 4-H.  (MOU to be distributed under separate cover.)
 
II.  For Discussion
 
1.   Recommendation Concerning an Alternate Canvassing Board Appointment

That the Board consider appointing an alternate Canvassing Board member to serve whenever its regular appointment is unavailable during the 2014 election cycle. If another Board member is unable to serve as an alternate, that the Board further discuss forwarding names of potential alternates to the Chief Judge for the First Judicial Circuit for consideration.
 
             
13. Items added to the agenda.
 
14. Announcements.
 
15. Adjournment.