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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting – May 7, 2015 – 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 Underhill.
 
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 - Certificate of Recognition to Mark Luke, Maintenance Technician, Facilities Management Department, for exemplary service and dedication during the 2014 explosion at the Escambia County Central Booking and Detention Center.
 
7.   Proclamations.

Recommendation:  That the Board take the following action:

A. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Sergeant Walter R. Jefferis, Jr., Assistant Accreditation Manager in the Escambia County Corrections
 Department, on his selection as the Employee of the Month for May 2015;

B. Ratify the Proclamation, dated April 23, 2015, proclaiming May 3-9, 2015, as "Family Values Week" in Escambia County and honoring and commending the Scottish Rite Masons, Valley of Pensacola, for their leadership, dedication, and service to the community; and

C. Ratify the Proclamation, dated April 28, 2015, proclaiming May 1, 2015, as "Law Day" in Escambia County and urging all community residents, school administrators, teachers, students, business and civic leaders, legal professionals, and law students to support this national day by participating in "Law Day" activities.
 
             
8.   Retirement Proclamations.

Recommendation:  That the Board take the following action concerning the following Retirement Proclamations:

A. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Ruth Armstrong, Corrections Department, on her retirement after 21 years of dedicated service;

B. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Cynthia Criswell, Corrections Department, on her retirement after 29 years of dedicated service;

C. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Ray Shell Fairley, Corrections Department, on her retirement after 23 years of dedicated service;

D. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Marcia Griffin, Management and Budget Department, on her retirement after 34 years of dedicated service;

E. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Frances Johnson, Corrections Department, on her retirement after 27 years of dedicated service;

F. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Daniel Smillie, Jr., Public Works Department, on his retirement after 29 years of dedicated service;

G. Adopt the Proclamation commending and congratulating Brett Whitlock, Corrections Department, on his retirement after 22 years of dedicated service; and

H. Ratify the Proclamation, dated April 24, 2015, commending and congratulating Barbara Merrill, Facilities Management Department, on her retirement after 20 years of dedicated service.
 
             
9. Written Communication:
 
A.   April 22, 2015, email communication from Annie Jensen requesting that the Board forgive the Municipal Services Benefit Unit Special Assessment Lien that has been placed on the property she owns located at 1314 Maldonado Drive, Pensacola Beach, Florida.
 
B.   Written communication concerning a request from Attorney William Dunaway on behalf of Aaron & Patricia Elmone to veto Santa Rosa Island Authority's (SRIA) action taken on April 8, 2015.
 
10. 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.
 
11.   5:31 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending the Enforcement Officers Ordinance.

Recommendation:
  That the Board adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 30, Section 30-92, of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, specifically the definitions of "Building Construction Code Enforcement Officer" and "Environmental Law Enforcement Officer," removing language that the Officers are "vested with authority to bear arms and make arrests" from the definitions.
 
12.   5:32 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending the Inoperable Vehicle Ordinance.

Recommendation:
  That the Board adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 42, Section 42-196, of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, as it relates to inoperable vehicles, and providing a definition of "inoperable" and "vehicle."
 
             
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.   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 April 23, 2015; and

B.  Approve the Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held April 23, 2015.
 
             
GROWTH MANAGEMENT REPORT
 
I.   Public Hearing
 
1.   Recommendation Concerning the Review of the Rezoning Cases heard by the Planning Board on April 7, 2015

That the Board take the following action concerning the rezoning cases heard by the Planning Board on April 7, 2015:
  1. Review and either adopt, modify, or overturn the Planning Board’s recommendations for Rezoning Cases Z-2015-06, Z-2015-07, and Z-2015-08 or remand the cases back to the Planning Board; and
  2. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Orders of the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners for the rezoning cases that were reviewed.
1. Case No.: Z-2015-06
  Address: 2900 Block Old Chemstrand Road
  Property Reference No.: 14-1N-30-1000-004-001, 1000-005-001, 1000-001-001, 4001-000-000
  Property Size: 55.10 (+/-) acres
  From: LDR, Low Density Residential district (four du/acre) [formerly existing V-2, Villages Single-Family Residential, Gross Density (two units per acre), and VR-2, Villages Rural Residential Districts, Gross Density: One unit per 0.75 acre]
  To: LDR, Low Density Residential district (four du/acre) [formerly requested as V-5, Villages Clustered Residential District, Gross Density (four units per acre, if sewered and clustered), Gross Density (one unit per acre, if unsewered)]
  FLU Category: MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
  Commissioner District: 5
  Requested by: Wiley C. "Buddy" Page, Agent for Warren T. Brown & L. Kathleen Horton-Brown, Owners
  Planning Board Recommendation: Approval
  Speakers: Buddy Page, Earl Arnes, Linda Shouse, Shane May, Theresa Lanning, Kris Lanning
     
2. Case No.: Z-2015-07
  Address: 201 Lenox Parkway
  Property Reference: 46-1S-30-2001-009-029
  Property Size: 0.33 (+/-) acres
  From: HDMU, High Density Mixed-Use (25 du/acre) [formerly existing R-6, Neighborhood Commercial and Residential District, (cumulative) High Density (25 du/acre)
  To: HC/LI-NA, Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial, Prohibited Uses: Bars, Nightclubs, and Adult Entertainment [formerly requested as C-2NA, General Commercial and Light Manufacturing District, (cumulative) Bars, Nightclubs, and Adult Entertainment are Prohibited Uses (25 du/acre)]
  FLU Category: MU-U, Mixed-Use Urban
  Commissioner District: 3
  Requested by: Wiley C. "Buddy" Page, Agent for Francis A. Mariano, Jr. and Victoria N. Mariano, Owners
  Planning Board Recommendation: Approval
  Speakers: Buddy Page
     
3. Case No.: Z-2015-08
  Address: 1100 Block Clymil Road
  Property Reference: 01-1N-31-2301-000-004
  Property Size: 3.1 (+/-) acres
  From: RR, Rural Residential (one du/four acres) [formerly existing VR-1, Villages Rural Residential District (one unit per four acres)]
  To: RMU, Rural Mixed Use (two du/acre) [formerly requested as VR-2, Villages Rural Residential District (one unit per 0.75 acre)]
  FLU Category: MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
  Commissioner District: 5
  Request By: Anthony Picheo, Agent for John Martin, Owner
  Planning Board Recommendation: Approval
  Speakers: Anthony Picheo, Kyle Kinser
 
             
2.   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 cases heard by the Planning Board on April 7, 2015, and approved during the previous agenda item and to provide for severability, inclusion in the code, and an effective date.
 
3.   5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of a Small Scale Amendment SSA-2015-01

That the Board of County Commissioner (BCC) review and adopt Small Scale Amendment SSA-2015-01; amending Part II of the Escambia County Code of Ordinances (1999), the Escambia County Comprehensive Plan, as amended; amending the Future Land Use Map designation.
 
4.   5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing Concerning the Review of an Ordinance Amending the 2030 Future Land Use Map

That the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approve for transmittal to the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) the Large Scale Map Amendment (LSA 2015-01). At the April 7, 2015, Planning Board Meeting, the Board recommended approval to the BCC.
 
II. Consent Agenda
 
1.   Recommendation Concerning the Scheduling of Public Hearings

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

June 2, 2015

1. 5:45 p.m. - A Public Hearing to amend the official zoning map to include the following Rezoning Cases that were heard by the Planning Board on May 5, 2015:
 
a. Case No.: Z-2015-09
  Address: 9900 Rebel Road
  Property Reference No.: 06-1S-31-2403-000-000
  Property Size: 8.45 (+/-) acres
  From: RMU, Rural Mixed-Use district (two du/acre) [formerly existing R-R, Rural Residential District (cumulative), Low Density (two du/acre)]
  To: LDR, Low Density Residential (four du/acre) [formerly requested as R-1, Single-Family District (cumulative), Low Density (four du/acre)]
  FLU Category: MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
  Commissioner District 1
  Requested by: Fred R. Thompson, Agent for Emerald Bay Land Co., Owner
     
b. Case No.: Z-2015-10
  Address: 7320 Hayward Avenue
  Property Reference No.: 37-2S-31-1301-001-005
  Property Size: 13.45 (+/-) acres
  From: HDMU, High Density Mixed-Use District, (25 du/acre) [formerly existing R-5, Urban Residential/Limited Office District, (cumulative) High Density (20 du/acre)]
  To: COM, Commercial District (25 du/acre) [formerly requested as C-1, Retail Commercial District (cumulative) (25 du/acre)]
  FLU Category: MU-S, Mixed-Use Suburban
  Commissioner District 1
  Requested by: Mark T. Lydon, Agent for Escambia Gulf Coast Pits, LLC, Owner

2. 5:46 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Perdido Key FLU Ordinance - CPA-2015-03

3. 5:47 p.m. - A Public Hearing - Housing Element Ordinance - CPA-2015-04
 
             
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
 
I.   Technical/Public Service Consent Agenda
 
1.   Recommendation Concerning Safety Policy Manual Update - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board adopt the revised Escambia County Safety Policy Manual (Section II, B.5), effective May 7, 2015.
 
2.   Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of County Property for the Office of the Public Defender - David Lambert, MIS Director

That the Board approve the Request for Disposition of Property Form for the Public Defender's Office, for property which is described and listed on the Disposition Form, with reason for disposition stated; the listed items are outdated, are in excess, and have been found to be of no further usefulness to the County; thus it is requested that they be auctioned as surplus or properly disposed of.
 
3.   Recommendation Concerning the Request for Disposition of Property for the Office of Pam Childers, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller - Pam Childers, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller

That the Board approve the Request of Disposition of Property for the Office of the Clerk of Court and Comptroller, for property which is to be auctioned or property disposed of, all which is described and listed on the Form with the Agency and reason stated.
 
4.   Recommendation Concerning the Marine Resources Philanthropic Naming Rights Opportunity Plan for the Naming of Artificial Reefs Owned by Escambia County - Keith T. Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board adopt and authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolution approving the Marine Resources Philanthropic Naming Rights Opportunity Plan for the naming of artificial reefs owned by Escambia County.
 
             
5.   Recommendation Concerning the Conveyance of a Temporary Easement to the Florida Department of Transportation for the Bluff Springs Road Bridge Improvement Project - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the conveyance of a Temporary Easement to the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for their planned Bluff Springs Road Bridge Improvement Project:

A. Adopt the Resolution authorizing the conveyance of a Temporary Easement to FDOT for their planned Bluff Springs Road Bridge Improvement Project; and

B. Authorize the Chairman to execute the Easement, Resolution, and all other documents related to the conveyance, subject to Legal review and sign-off, without further action of the Board.

[All costs associated with accepting and recording of documents will be borne by FDOT]
 
6.   Recommendation Concerning a Reappointment to the Career Source Escarosa, Inc., Board of Directors - Marilyn D. Wesley, Community Affairs Department Director

That the Board confirm the reappointment of Daniel G. Busse, Dean of Workforce and Vocational Support, Pensacola State College, to the Career Source Escarosa, Inc., Board of Directors as an education sector representative for a three-year term, with the term of appointment to be effective retroactively May 4, 2015, through May 3, 2018.
 
7.   Recommendation Concerning the Memorandum of Agreement with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Establishing a Partnership - Keith T. Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board adopt and authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolution approving the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), FWC Contract No. 14373, with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) establishing a partnership for the Annual Kids' Fishing Clinic, and the Lionfish Awareness Day Festival and Tournament.
 
             
II.  Budget/Finance Consent Agenda
 
1.   Recommendation Concerning the Temporary Labor Services Contract - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board award Contract PD 14-15.041, for the Temporary Labor Services, to Blue Arbor, Inc., and approve the Agreement for Temporary Services PD 14-15.041 between Escambia County and Blue Arbor, Inc., for the estimated annual amount of $864,000, for a term of 12 months with the option for 2 12-month extensions for a maximum term of 36 months, and authorize Purchase Orders, in excess of $50,000, per the terms of the Agreement.  The Agreement, PD 14-15.041, for Temporary Labor Services is intended for use by all County Departments on an as-needed basis, and the funding and Department information is provided by Fund and Cost Center for estimated expenditures based on multiple Purchase Orders issued throughout the Fiscal Year.

[Funding:  Fund  406, Building Inspection Fund, Building Inspections Cost Center 250111, Object Code 53401]
[Funding:  Fund 352, LOST III, Community Services Cost Center 320101, Object Code 53401]                   
[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Community and Environment Cost Center 221001, Object Code 53401]                
[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, County Attorney Cost Center 110601, Object Code 53101]                   
[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Facilities Management Maintenance Cost Center 310203, Object Code  53401]                 
[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Facilities Management Custodial Cost Center 310202, Object Code  53401]                   
[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Information Resources Cost Center 270109, Object Code 53401]                
[Funding:  Fund 113, Library Fund, Library Cost Center 110501, Object Code 53401]                  
[Funding:  Fund 352, LOST III, Parks and Recreation Cost Center 350229, Object Code 53401]                         
[Funding:  Fund 408, Emergency Services Fund, Public Safety Cost Center 330603, Object Code 53401]
[Funding:  Fund 352, LOST III, Engineering Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301]                            
[Funding:  Fund 175, Transportation Trust Fund, Traffic Cost Center 211201                     
[Funding:  Fund 116, Development Review Fund, Development Services Cost Center 211902, Object Code 53401] 
[Funding:  Fund 112, Engineering Cost Centers 330491-330496, Object Code 53401
[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Community & Environment Cost Center 221001, Object Code 53401]                     
[Funding:  Fund  110, Other Grants & Projects Fund, Community & Environment Cost Center 221011, Object Code 53401]     
[Funding:  Fund 108, Tourist promotion, Community & Environment Cost Center 220805, Object Code 53401]                
[Funding:  Fund 102, Economic Development, Non-Departmental Cost Center 360704, Object Code 53401]         
[Funding:  Fund 101, Escambia County Restricted, Community & Environment Cost Center 221018, Object Code 53401]
 
2.   Recommendation Concerning Healthcare Broker/Consulting Services - Thomas G. "Tom" Turner - Human Resources Department Director

That the Board amend the scope of work in regards to the Health Clinic Request for Proposal (RFP) with AON Hewitt, Healthcare/Broker/Consulting Services PD 14-15.020, to change the scope from developing an RFP to conducting a feasibility study to determine the cost effectiveness of the clinic.

[Funding Source:  Fund 501, Internal Service Fund, Cost Center 150107, Object Code 531301]
 
3.   Recommendation Concerning the Agreement for Emergency Solutions Grant Program with The EscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless, Inc. - Keith T. Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the Agreement for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program with The EscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless, Inc. (ECOH):

A. Approve an Agreement for Emergency Solutions Grant Program with ECOH providing 2014 ESG support in the amount of $3,408, for administering and coordinating the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), assisting with preparation of the Five Year Consolidated Plan, associated homeless continuum of care initiatives and 2013 ESG support in the amount of $5,159.29, for direct service delivery and case management services to ESG eligible clients in Escambia County; and

B. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to execute the Agreement and all related forms or documents as may be required to fully implement the Agreement.

[Funding:  Fund 110, Other Grants & Projects Fund, Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Cost Center 220561]
 
4.   Recommendation Concerning an Amendment to the 2010 and 2011 HUD Annual Action Plans for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program - Keith T. Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning an Amendment to the 2010 and 2011 HUD Annual Action Plans for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME):

A. Approve, subject to Legal review and sign-off, the Amendment to the 2010 and 2011 HUD Annual Action Plans for the HOME Investments Partnerships Program (HOME) allowing for Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) funds to be utilized for development of affordable single family units for homeownership or affordable rental units either through new construction or acquisition and rehabilitation of substandard units; and

B. Authorize, subject to Legal review and sign-off, the Chairman or County Administrator to sign the Amendment.

[THE AMENDMENT WILL BE DISTRIBUTED UNDER SEPARATE COVER]
 
5.   Recommendation Concerning the Perdido Landfill - April 2014 Flood Event, Project ESGSW01 - Patrick T. Johnson, Solid Waste Management Department Director

That the Board authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order to Panhandle Grading & Paving, Inc., per PD 10-11.065, General Paving and Drainage Pricing Agreement, in the amount of $230,969.04, for the Perdido Landfill April 2014 Flood Event, Project ESGSW01.  This Purchase Order will provide funding for material, labor, and equipment to repair erosion, and stormwater runoff damage incurred at the Perdido Landfill, due to the April 2014 Flood Event. 

[Funding Source:  Fund 112, Disaster Recovery, Cost Center 330495, CAT G-April 2014 Floods, Object Code 54612, Capital R&M-Flood, Project ESGSW01]
 
             
6.   Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of Four Vehicles for the Facilities Management Department - David W. Wheeler, CFM, Facilities Management Department Director

That the Board authorize the County to piggyback off of the Florida Sheriff's Association/Florida Association of Counties & Florida Fire Chiefs' Association Automotive Contract 14.22.0904 chassis/14.22.0904, and award Purchase Orders for three 2015 Ford Transit T-250 Cargo Vans and one 3/4 Ton Extender Cab Pickup Truck, for the Facilities Management Department, to Duval Ford Fleet Sales, in the amount of $110,454, according to specifications in VE 14-15.011, VE 14-15.012, and VE 14-15.013.

[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 310203, Facilities Management, Object Code 56401]
 
7.   Recommendation Concerning a Change Order to Charles Neely Corporation d/b/a PR Chemical for the Escambia County Jail - Michael A. Tidwell, Corrections Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to execute the following Change Order to Charles Neely Corporation d/b/a PR Chemical for the Escambia County Jail, adding funds for disposable gloves and other various paper goods, for Fiscal Year 2015:

 
Department: Corrections                                       
Division: Jail
Type: Addition
Amount: $20,000
Vendor: Charles Neely Corp d/b/a PR Chemical
Purchase Order: 150108
Change Order: 1
Original Award Amount: $40,000
Cumulative Amount of Change Orders through this Change Order: $20,000
New Purchase Order Total: $60,000

[Funding Source: Fund 001, General Fund - Corrections Department, Jail Detention Cost Center 290401, Object Code 55201]
 
             
8.   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Drainage Easement from U.I.L Family Limited Partnership, for the Coral Creek Drainage Project - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the acceptance of the donation of a drainage easement (approximately 0.18 acres), located in the 2100 Block of Dog Track Road, from U.I.L. Family Limited Partnership, for the Coral Creek Drainage Project:

A. Accept the donation of a 0.18 acre drainage easement located in the 2100 Block of Dog Track Road, from U.I.L. Family Limited Partnership, for the Coral Creek Drainage Project;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps as the drainage easement is being donated for governmental use, which is for drainage improvements, and the County benefits from the acceptance of this drainage easement, which enhances the safety and well-being of the citizens of Escambia County;
 
C. Authorize the payment of incidental expenditures associated with the recording of documents; and

D. Authorize staff to prepare, and the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept the Drainage Easement as of the day of delivery of the Drainage Easement to the Chairman or Vice Chairman, and authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to acknowledge the Board's acceptance at that time. 

[Funding:  Funds for incidental expenses associated with the recording of documents are available in an Engineering Escrow Account accessed by the Escambia County Clerk's Office]
 
 
9.   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Drainage Easement from Josefa P. and Jerry R. Bautista for the Merlin Road Drainage Improvements - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the acceptance of the donation of a drainage easement (approximately 1120.68 square feet), located at 1995 Merlin Road, from Josefa P. and Jerry R. Bautista, for the Merlin Road Drainage Improvements:

A. Accept the donation of a 1120.68 square foot drainage easement located at 1995 Merlin Road, from Josefa P. and Jerry R. Bautista, for the Merlin Road Drainage Improvements;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps as the drainage easement is being donated for governmental use, which is for drainage improvements, and the County benefits from the acceptance of this drainage easement, which enhances the safety and well-being of the citizens of Escambia County;
 
C. Authorize the payment of incidental expenditures associated with the recording of documents; and

D. Authorize staff to prepare, and the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept the Drainage Easement as of the day of delivery of the Drainage Easement to the Chairman or Vice Chairman, and authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to acknowledge the Board's acceptance at that time. 

[Funding:  Funds for incidental expenses associated with the recording of documents are available in an Engineering Escrow Account accessed by the Escambia County Clerk's Office]
 
 
10.   Recommendation Concerning the Acceptance of a Drainage Easement from John H. Trimm, for the Merlin Road Drainage Improvements - Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Public Works Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the acceptance of the donation of a drainage easement (approximately 1134.18 square feet), located at 1997 Merlin Road, from John H. Trimm, for the Merlin Road Drainage Improvements:

A. Accept the donation of a 1134.18 square foot drainage easement located at 1997 Merlin Road, from John H. Trim, for the Merlin Road Drainage Improvements;

B. Authorize the payment of documentary stamps as the drainage easement is being donated for governmental use, which is for drainage improvements, and the County benefits from the acceptance of this drainage easement, which enhances the safety and well-being of the citizens of Escambia County;
 
C. Authorize the payment of incidental expenditures associated with the recording of documents; and

D. Authorize staff to prepare, and the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept the Drainage Easement as of the day of delivery of the Drainage Easement to the Chairman or Vice Chairman, and authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to acknowledge the Board's acceptance at that time. 

[Funding:  Funds for incidental expenses associated with the recording of documents are available in an Engineering Escrow Account accessed by the Escambia County Clerk's Office]
 
 
11.   Recommendation Concerning Tax Deed Application for Property Over $5,000 - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board approve the Application List (as provided) for eight tax deeds for parcels over $5,000.  The Tax Deed Application process fees total $796 per parcel.  The County must deposit the fees with the Tax Collector, in the amount of $325 per parcel, and with the Clerk of the Circuit Court, in the amount of $471 per parcel.

[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 110201]
 
12.   Recommendation Concerning a Contract for State Lobbyist Services for Escambia County, Florida - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board award Contract PD 14-15.025, for State Lobbyist Services for Escambia County, Florida, to Gentry & Associates, LLC, for an annual amount of $60,000, for a term of 36 months, with an effective date of July 1, 2015, and authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement for Professional Lobbyist Services, PD 14-15.025, for Escambia County, Florida.

[Funding:  Fund 001, General Fund, Cost Center 110201]
 
13.   Recommendation Concerning Roadway and Drainage Improvements - 3rd Street between Winthrop Avenue and Commerce Street - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board award Contract PD 14-15.047, for the Roadway and Drainage Improvements - 3rd Street between Winthrop Avenue and Commerce Street, to Principle Properties, Inc., in the amount of $337,737.

[Funding:  Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 210107, Object Code 56301, Project #13EN2512]
 
             
14.   Recommendation Concerning the Ten Mile Creek Stream Stabilization Project - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board ratify the County Administrator's signature on the Agreement between Escambia County and Volkert, Inc., and ratify the issuance of the Purchase Order to Volkert, Inc., per the terms and conditions of PD 14-15.039, Ten Mile Creek Stream Stabilization Project, for a lump sum of $111,962 and optional services of $64,335, for a total of $176,297.

[Funding:  Fund 112, Disaster Recovery Fund, Cost Center 330493, Object Code 54612, Project Number ESDCE31]
 
15.   Recommendation Concerning the Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreement with the Pensacola Downtown Improvement Board - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreement between Escambia County and the Pensacola Downtown Improvement Board (DIB), in the amount of $287,500, to be paid from the Tourist Promotion Fund (108), Cost Center 360105, Account 58201, for the purchase of holiday lights and the performances of the Pensacola Pelican Drop, as approved by the Board on March 19, 2015.
 
             
16.   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #126 - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #126, Mass Transit Fund (104), in the amount of $675,000, to recognize proceeds from Santa Rosa Island Authority (SRIA) to acquire three single-decker, open-air trolleys for use on Pensacola Beach.
 
17.   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #131 - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #131, Other Grants and Projects Fund (110), in the amount of $10,483, to recognize Grant proceeds from the Florida Department of State, and to appropriate these funds to be used to purchase voting booths designed for privacy for citizens with disabilities for the Supervisor of Elections Office (SOE) in Escambia County.
 
18.   Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #132 - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board adopt the Resolution approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #132, General Fund (001), in the amount of $109,074, to recognize the Sheriff's Department off-duty officer, insurance, firing range, and miscellaneous reimbursements/fees, and to appropriate these funds to purchase communication radios for the Deputies to aid in law enforcement activities in Escambia County.
 
             
19.   Recommendation Concerning the Surplus and Sale of Property Located at Saufley Field Road, 32526 - Stephan Hall, Interim Management and Budget Services Department Director

That the Board take the following action concerning the surplus and sale of real property located at Saufley Field Road, 32526:

A. Declare surplus its real property located at Saufley Field Road, 32526 (Account: 091994000, Reference Number: 39-1S-31-4310-000-000), which is located in District 1, and offer this property to the adjacent property owners;

B. Authorize the sale of this property to the highest offer received above $500, 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 of the adjacent property owners; and

D. Authorize the Chairman to sign any and all documents related to the sale.
 
20.   Recommendation Concerning the Allocation of Additional Staff at the Ferry Pass Fire Sstation - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board take the following action regarding Escambia County Fire Rescue:

A. Approve adding 12 new positions to include 3 Lieutenants and 9 Firefighters; and

B. Approve making the effective date retroactive to April 10, 2015.

[Funding source:  Fund: 143, Fire Protection Fund, Cost Center 330206, Fire Department Paid]
 
             
III. For Discussion
 
1.   Recommendation Concerning a Contract Award for the Perdido Key Master Plan - Stephan Hall, Management and Budget Services Interim Department Director

That the Board approve and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Agreement between Escambia County and Duany Plater-Zyberk & Company, LLC, per the terms and conditions of Contract PD 14-15.036, Perdidio Key Master Plan, for a lump sum of $153,704 and allowances for reimbursable expenses of $15,000, for a total of $168,704.

[Funding:  Funding source to be determined by Board of County Commissioners]
 
2.   Discussion Concerning Issues Pertaining to Firefighters - Jack R. Brown, County Administrator 

[PRESENTATION POSTED @ 9:00PM AFTER THE MEETING]
 
14. Items added to the agenda.
 
15. Announcements.
 
16. Adjournment.