Agenda


AGENDA Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency February 21, 2013–Time 8:45 a.m. 221 Palafox Place, First Floor BCC Meeting Room Pensacola, Florida 32502


					Call to Order. (PLEASE TURN YOUR CELL PHONE TO THE VIBRATE, SILENCE, OR OFF SETTING)

					Proof of publication Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Meeting was properly advertised in the Pensacola News Journal.

					I. Technical/Public Service

	1.				Recommendation Concerning CRA Meeting Minutes, January 17, 2013 - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board accept for filing with the Board's Minutes, the January 17, 2013 Community Redevelopment Agency's (CRA) Meeting Minutes, prepared by Carolyn Barbour, Senior Office Support Assistant, CRA.

	2.				Recommendation Concerning Enterprise Zone Development Agency Board Appointments - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency, concerning the Enterprise Zone Development Agency (EZDA) Board: A. Reappointing Steven Littlejohn, Lead Land Development Officer, Escambia County Environmental Code Enforcement Division, to serve a four year term as a local code enforcement representative, effective immediately until February 2017. B. Reappointing Nita Freeman, President, Bell Acres Neighborhood Watch Group, to serve a four year term as a resident living within the Enterprise Zone, effective immediately until February 2017.

					II. Budget/Finance

	1.				Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 205 Rue Max Street - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 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 for the property located at 205 Rue Max Street: A. Approving the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Whitney Vaughan Fike, the owner of residential property located at 205 Rue Max Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Barrancas Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $950 representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for connecting to sanitary sewer; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.

	2.				Recommendation Concerning Commercial Facade Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 3700 North Palafox Street - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the Commercial Facade Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for the property located at 3700 North Palafox Street: A. Approving the Commercial Facade, Landscape and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Underwood Group l, LLC, owner of commercial property located at 3700 North Palafox Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Palafox Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $10,000, representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, and/or Neighborhood Enterprise Foundation, Inc. (NEFI), 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Fund 129, Cost Center 220435, Object Code 58301, for replacing existing soffit and trim and painting the building exterior; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.

	3.				Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 2 Victoria Place - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 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 for the property located at 2 Victoria Place: A. Approving the Residential Rehab Grant Program Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Karen S. Kriegel, the owner of residential property located at 2 Victoria Place, Pensacola, Florida, in the Barrancas Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $2,400, representing an in-kind match through Neigborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for connecting to sanitary sewer; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.

	4.				Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 123 Southeast Gilliland Road - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 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 for the property located at 123 Gilliland Road: A. Approving the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Richard C. and Anita G. Hyder, the owners of residential property located at 123 Southeast Gilliland Road, Pensacola, Florida, in the Warrington Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $650 representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for connecting to sanitary sewer; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.

	5.				Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 132 Marine Drive - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 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 for the property located at 132 Marine Drive: A. Approving the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Edrina L. Brown, the owner of residential property located at 132 Marine Drive, Pensacola, Florida, in the Barrancas Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $1,238, representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for connecting to sanitary sewer; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.

	6.				Recommendation Concerning Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 2102 West Town Street - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Funding and Lien Agreements for the property located at 2102 West Town Street: A. Approving the Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Family Practice Clinic, Inc., owner of commercial property located at 2102 West Town Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Palafox Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $10,000, representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for parking lot improvements to include pervious pavers; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.

					III. Discussion/Information Items

					Adjournment.


		Technical/Public Service 2.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Meeting Date:	02/21/2013
Issue:	Enterprise Zone Development Agency Board Appointments
From:	Keith Wilkins, Department Director
Organization:	Community & Environment
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation Concerning Enterprise Zone Development Agency Board Appointments - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013, action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency, concerning the Enterprise Zone Development Agency (EZDA) Board: A. Reappointing Steven Littlejohn, Lead Land Development Officer, Escambia County Environmental Code Enforcement Division, to serve a four year term as a local code enforcement representative, effective immediately until February 2017. B. Reappointing Nita Freeman, President, Bell Acres Neighborhood Watch Group, to serve a four year term as a resident living within the Enterprise Zone, effective immediately until February 2017.
BACKGROUND:
On January 23, 2013, the EZDA Board recommended Steven Littlejohn, Lead Land Development Officer, Escambia County Environmental Code Enforcement Division, and Nita Freeman , President, Bell Acres Neighborhood Association be reappointed to the EZDA Board; each for a four year term beginning immediately until February 2017. Resumes are attached for both appointees. Community & Environment Department/Community Redevelopment Agency (CED/CRA) staff has attached a copy of the EZDA Board membership list.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
No budgetary impact is anticipated.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
There were no legal documents to be considered.
PERSONNEL:
Community & Environment Department/Community Redevelopment Agency (CED/CRA) staff shall provide all administrative and staff services for the EZDA Board.
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
Ordinance 2003-48 provides that the Board of County Commissioners shall appoint a board of commissioners to serve as the EZDA Board.
IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:
CED/CRA staff convenes quarterly meetings and coordinates with the EZDA Board to solicit their input and assistance in implementing the EZ Strategic Plan.

Attachments
EZDA Board List
EZDA Board Member Resumes-Freeman and Littlejohn


		Budget/Finance 1.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Meeting Date:	02/21/2013
Issue:	Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 205 Rue Max Street
From:	Keith Wilkins, Department Director
Organization:	Community & Environment
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 205 Rue Max Street - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 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 for the property located at 205 Rue Max Street: A. Approving the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Whitney Vaughan Fike, the owner of residential property located at 205 Rue Max Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Barrancas Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $950 representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for connecting to sanitary sewer; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.
BACKGROUND:
On February 21, 2013, a CRA meeting was convened to consider approval of the aforementioned actions between the Escambia County CRA and Whitney Vaughan Fike. A rendering of the project is attached.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
Funding for the Grant will be provided through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
The Funding and Lien Agreements were reviewed and approved as to form and legal sufficiency by Kristin Hual, Assistant County Attorney.
PERSONNEL:
Community & Environment Department/Community Redevelopment Agency (CED/CRA) staff will handle this Grant award.
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
Board approval is required for disbursement of funds to all private individuals or outside agencies.
IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:
CED/CRA staff, in coordination with the property owner(s), handles all implementation tasks. CED/CRA staff will monitor the work in progress and will be responsible for compiling the necessary documentation prior to the Grant award.

Attachments
Residential Rehab 205 Rue Max


		Budget/Finance 2.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Meeting Date:	02/21/2013
Issue:	Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Progam Funding and Lien Agreements for 3700 North Palafox Street
From:	Keith Wilkins, Department Director
Organization:	Community & Environment
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation Concerning Commercial Facade Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 3700 North Palafox Street - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the Commercial Facade Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for the property located at 3700 North Palafox Street: A. Approving the Commercial Facade, Landscape and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Underwood Group l, LLC, owner of commercial property located at 3700 North Palafox Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Palafox Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $10,000, representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, and/or Neighborhood Enterprise Foundation, Inc. (NEFI), 2010 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Fund 129, Cost Center 220435, Object Code 58301, for replacing existing soffit and trim and painting the building exterior; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.
BACKGROUND:
On February 21, 2013, a CRA meeting was convened to consider approval of the aforementioned actions between the Escambia County CRA and Underwood Group l, LLC. A rendering of the project is attached.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
Funding for the Grant will be provided through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301 and/or NEFI 2010 CDBG, Fund 129, Cost Center 220435, Cost Center 58301.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
The Funding and Lien Agreements were reviewed and approved as to form and legal sufficiency by Kristin Hual, Assistant County Attorney.
PERSONNEL:
Community & Environment Department/Community Redevelopment Agency (CED/CRA) staff will handle this Grant award.
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
Board approval is required for disbursement of funds to all private individuals or outside agencies.
IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:
CED/CRA staff, in coordination with the property owner(s), handles all implementation tasks. CED/CRA staff will monitor the work in progress and will be responsible for compiling the necessary documentation prior to the Grant award.

Attachments
Commercial Facade 3700 North Palafox Street


		Budget/Finance 3.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Meeting Date:	02/21/2013
Issue:	Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 2 Victoria Place
From:	Keith Wilkins, Department Director
Organization:	Community & Environment
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 2 Victoria Place - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 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 for the property located at 2 Victoria Place: A. Approving the Residential Rehab Grant Program Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Karen S. Kriegel, the owner of residential property located at 2 Victoria Place, Pensacola, Florida, in the Barrancas Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $2,400, representing an in-kind match through Neigborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for connecting to sanitary sewer; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.
BACKGROUND:
On February 21, 2013, a CRA meeting was convened to consider approval of the aforementioned actions between the Escambia County CRA and Karen S. Kriegel. A rendering of the project is attached.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
Funding for the Grant will be provided through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
The Funding and Lien Agreements were reviewed and approved as to form and legal sufficiency by Kristin Hual, Assistant County Attorney.
PERSONNEL:
Community & Environment Department/Community Redevelopment Agency (CED/CRA) staff will handle this Grant award.
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
Board approval is required for disbursement of funds to all private individuals or outside agencies.
IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:
CED/CRA staff, in coordination with the property owner(s), handles all implementation tasks. CED/CRA staff will monitor the work in progress and will be responsible for compiling the necessary documentation prior to the Grant award.

Attachments
Residential Rehab 2 Victoria Place


		Budget/Finance 4.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Meeting Date:	02/21/2013
Issue:	Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 123 Southeast Gilliland Road
From:	Keith Wilkins, Department Director
Organization:	Community & Environment
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 123 Southeast Gilliland Road - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 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 for the property located at 123 Gilliland Road: A. Approving the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Richard C. and Anita G. Hyder, the owners of residential property located at 123 Southeast Gilliland Road, Pensacola, Florida, in the Warrington Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $650 representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for connecting to sanitary sewer; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.
BACKGROUND:
On February 21, 2013, a CRA meeting was convened to consider approval of the aforementioned actions between the Escambia County CRA and Richard C. and Anita G. Hyder. A rendering of the project is attached.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
Funding for the Grant will be provided through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
The Funding and Lien Agreements were reviewed and approved as to form and legal sufficiency by Kristin Hual, Assistant County Attorney.
PERSONNEL:
Community & Environment Department/Community Redevelopment Agency (CED/CRA) staff will handle this Grant award.
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
Board approval is required for disbursement of funds to all private individuals or outside agencies.
IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:
CED/CRA staff, in coordination with the property owner(s), handles all implementation tasks. CED/CRA staff will monitor the work in progress and will be responsible for compiling the necessary documentation prior to the Grant award.

Attachments
Res Rehab 123 Southeast Gilliland


		Budget/Finance 5.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Meeting Date:	02/21/2013
Issue:	Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 132 Marine Drive
From:	Keith Wilkins, Department Director
Organization:	Community & Environment
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation Concerning Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 132 Marine Drive - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 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 for the property located at 132 Marine Drive: A. Approving the Residential Rehab Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Edrina L. Brown, the owner of residential property located at 132 Marine Drive, Pensacola, Florida, in the Barrancas Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $1,238, representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for connecting to sanitary sewer; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.
BACKGROUND:
On February 21, 2013, a CRA meeting was convened to consider approval of the aforementioned actions between the Escambia County CRA and Edrina L. Brown. A rendering of the project is attached.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
Funding for the Grant will be provided through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
The Funding and Lien Agreements were reviewed and approved as to form and legal sufficiency by Kristin Hual, Assistant County Attorney.
PERSONNEL:
Community & Environment Department/Community Redevelopment Agency (CED/CRA) staff will handle this Grant award.
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
Board approval is required for disbursement of funds to all private individuals or outside agencies.
IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:
CED/CRA staff, in coordination with the property owner(s), handles all implementation tasks. CED/CRA staff will monitor the work in progress and will be responsible for compiling the necessary documentation prior to the Grant award.

Attachments
Residential Rehab 132 Marine Drive


		Budget/Finance 6.
Community Redevelopment Agency
Meeting Date:	02/21/2013
Issue:	Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 2102 West Town Street
From:	Keith Wilkins, Department Director
Organization:	Community & Environment
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation Concerning Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements for 2102 West Town Street - Keith Wilkins, Community & Environment Department Director That the Board ratify the following February 21, 2013 action of the Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, acting in its capacity as the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), concerning the Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Funding and Lien Agreements for the property located at 2102 West Town Street: A. Approving the Commercial Facade, Landscape, and Infrastructure Grant Program Funding and Lien Agreements between Escambia County CRA and Family Practice Clinic, Inc., owner of commercial property located at 2102 West Town Street, Pensacola, Florida, in the Palafox Redevelopment Area, each in the amount of $10,000, representing an in-kind match through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301, for parking lot improvements to include pervious pavers; and B. Authorizing the Chairman to sign the Funding and Lien Agreements and any related documents necessary to implement this Grant award.
BACKGROUND:
On February 21, 2013, a CRA meeting was convened to consider approval of the aforementioned actions between the Escambia County CRA and Family Practice Clinic, Inc. A rendering of the project is attached.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
Funding for the Grant will be provided through Neighborhood Restoration, Fund 151, Cost Center 220521, Object Code 58301.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
The Funding and Lien Agreements were reviewed and approved as to form and legal sufficiency by Kristin Hual, Assistant County Attorney.
PERSONNEL:
Community & Environment Department/Community Redevelopment Agency (CED/CRA) staff will handle this Grant award.
POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:
Board approval is required for disbursement of funds to all private individuals or outside agencies.
IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:
CED/CRA staff, in coordination with the property owner(s), handles all implementation tasks. CED/CRA staff will monitor the work in progress and will be responsible for compiling the necessary documentation prior to the Grant award.

Attachments
Commercial Grant 2102 West Town Street