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Meeting Summary
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, April 17, 2012– 6:00 PM
Water and Sewer
I. Presentations
1. Swearing-in ceremony for the new police chief, sergeant and officers of
the Northwest Florida Regional Airport.
2. Request approval of a Proclamation designating April 17, 2012 as
“Exchange Club Child Abuse Prevention Day” in Okaloosa County, and
presentation of same to Mary Polson & members of the Emerald Coast
Exchange Club.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: David Parisot, Commissioner District 2
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
Proclamations 2-4.
3. Request approval of a Proclamation designating April 2012 as “Child
Abuse Prevention Month” in Okaloosa County, and presentation of same
to Sharon Rogers of the Ben Gordon Visitation Center.
4. Request approval of a Proclamation designating May 2012 as “Blue Star
Mothers of America Month” in Okaloosa County, and presentation of
same to Cindy Maney & other Blue Star Mothers.
II. Public Information Update
III. County Administrator’s Update
IV. Public Hearing
1. Request public comment and consideration of a request submitted by
Charles Rumsey as business manager for Parkview Estates, LLC, for a
vacation of the Plat for Parkview Estates Townhomes near Parkview
Road and Denton Blvd. in Fort Walton Beach. District: 3. Staff requests
this item be tabled to the May 15, 2012 BCC meeting
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bill Roberts, Commissioner District 3
SECONDER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
2. TXA 01-12 ~ Request public comment and consideration of a request
submitted by Growth Management Staff to change the text of the
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Comprehensive Plan, Administration Element, in response to changes
enacted by the State Legislature in 2011. Final Adoption Hearing
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: David Parisot, Commissioner District 2
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
3. LPA 01-12 ~ Request public comment and consideration of a request
submitted by CG Olson, LLC related to various parcels located in the
vicinity of Lake Silver Road and Dogwood Drive in Crestview. Request to
change the FLUM from RR to LDR. If the FLUM is approved, request to
rezone from RR to R-1. District: 1. Final Adoption Hearing
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: James Campbell, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
V. Visitor
1. Angela Balent, CPA, Warren Averett O’Sullivan Creel, presentation to the
Board concerning the County’s annual audit.
2. Jeff Martin, Director, Medical Examiner’s Office, to address the Board
concerning approval of a Resolution authorizing and establishing a fee
for cremation authorization services rendered by the District One
Medical Examiner.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: James Campbell, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
VI. Consent Agenda
1. Request approval of a Proclamation designating the week of May 6 - 12,
2012 as “Drinking Water Week” in Okaloosa County.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: David Parisot, Commissioner District 2
SECONDER: Bill Roberts, Commissioner District 3
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
#21 pulled. Approved: 1-20 & 22-27.
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2. Request approval of a Proclamation designating the week of May 20 -
26, 2012 as “National Public Works Week” in Okaloosa County.
3. Request approval of a Resolution proclaiming that Curry County, New
Mexico and Okaloosa County and Santa Rosa County, Florida be known
as “Sister Counties” in support of our United States Air Force Special
Operations missions, bases and personnel.
4. Request approval of a name change requested by the State of Florida for
the Public Safety Department’s Certificate of Public Convenience and
Necessity.
5. Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, General Fund, to
reflect appropriations from Florida Department of Education for school
lunch program grant in the amount of $5,612.
6. Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, Supervisor of
Elections – General Fund, to reflect appropriations from Defense Human
Resources Activity for Electronic Absentee Systems for Elections grants
Federal Voting Assistance Program grant in the amount of $242,531.
7. Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, Law Enforcement
Trust Fund, to reflect appropriations from confiscated property in the
amount of $79,586.
8. Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, County Public Health
Fund, to reflect appropriations from miscellaneous revenue in the
amount of $33,922.
9. Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, Self Insurance Fund,
to reflect appropriations from general liability premiums, insurance
proceeds and ProShare reimbursement in the amount of $265,911.
10. Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, Garage Services
Fund, to reflect appropriations from City of Fort Walton Beach and City
of Mary Esther for startup costs in the amount of $25,925.
11. BT-12-32 to provide BCC approved funding for purchase of asphalt
millings for Harding Road in Niceville, and Griffith Road and Lighthouse
Church Road in Holt in the amount of $42,000.
12. BT-12-33 to adjust cash to correct beginning balance using additional
ProShare revenue in the amount of $519,750.
13. Request approval of a request submitted by Pensacola Photography, LLC
for a Qualified Beach Vendor permit for calendar year 2012.
14. Request approval of a request submitted by Tropical Beach Weddings for
a Qualified Beach Vendor permit for calendar year 2012.
15. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute an online
application to be submitted by the Sheriff’s Department for a
Department of Justice 2012 Byrne Grant in the amount of $27,194.00 for
purchase of life safety protective equipment to be used during high-risk
operations.
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16. Request approval of a Special Event Permit to utilize a portion of the
parking lot at the Boardwalk/Newman Brackin Park May 3 - 6, 2012 for
a Car Show & Cruising Event to be held between 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
each day, sponsored by Horizons.
17. Request approval of final payment in the amount of $76,754.64 to
Cathey Construction for completion of fuel farm canopies and security
improvements for the East Side Additions project at Northwest Florida
Regional Airport.
18. Request approval of final payment in the amount of $470,330.67 to
Anderson Columbia for completion of the North Apron Rehabilitation
project at Bob Sikes Airport in Crestview.
19. Request approval of final payment in the amount of $25,263.25 to Gulf
Coast Utility Contractors for the Okaloosa County Transit building south
parking lot expansion.
20. Request approval to award the bid for relining and repairing sewer lines
on Okaloosa Island to Insituform Technologies, they being the lowest
bidder meeting specifications. Bid Amount - $288,383.00
21. Request approval of the appointment of new members to the Okaloosa
County Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals.
22. Request approval of the development of a Memorandum of
Understanding with the City of Valparaiso for airport law enforcement
database support.
23. Request approval to schedule a public hearing for public comment and
consideration concerning creation of a Municipal Services Benefit Unit
for Woodland Park Estates.
24. Request approval to schedule a public hearing for public comment and
consideration concerning a request to vacate the plat of The Reserve
Townhomes in Fort Walton Beach.
25. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute and submit
an application to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission for
an Artificial Reef construction grant.
26. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute and submit
an application to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission for
an Artificial Reef monitoring grant.
27. Request approval to remove county surplus property recently sold at
auction from the Fixed Asset Ledger.
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VII. Department Business
1. Mark Bellinger/Tourist Development Council
a. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute an Interlocal
Agreement with the City of Destin for assignment of responsibility for
the Western Destin Beach Restoration Project. District: All.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Campbell, Commissioner District 5
SECONDER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
2. Jeff Littrell/Water & Sewer
a. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute a request
from R&E Farms, LLC for a rate increase effective and contingent upon
renewal of their contract in 2013 for application of bio-solids. District:
All.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bill Roberts, Commissioner District 3
SECONDER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
3. Elliot Kampert/Growth Management
a. Request approval to schedule a public hearing for public comment and
consideration concerning amending Chapter 11 of the County Code -
Building and Construction, to clarify requirements for contractors’
insurance certificates. District: All.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: David Parisot, Commissioner District 2
SECONDER: Bill Roberts, Commissioner District 3
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
4. Richard Brannon/Purchasing
a. Request consideration and staff direction concerning proposed
departmental policy related to audit requirements for non-profit
agencies supported by BCC funding. District: All.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: James Campbell, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
b. Request consideration and staff direction concerning a proposed lease
transfer for the Lost Lagoon miniature golf course at the Island Golf
Center on Okaloosa Island. District: All.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bill Roberts, Commissioner District 3
SECONDER: David Parisot, Commissioner District 2
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
c. Request consideration and staff direction concerning county owned
surplus property located on Live Oak Church Road in Crestview following
appraisal. District: 1.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: James Campbell, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
Commissioner Parisot also motioned to readvertise beginning at $35K; seconded by James Campbell,
approved 4-1 with dissenting vote by Commissioner Harris.
5. John Hofstad/Public Works
a. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute a Resolution
granting temporary blanket use to the Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) as requested by the FDOT for work related to
replacement of the bridge over Five Mile Bayou on Highway 189.
District: 4.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: David Parisot, Commissioner District 2
SECONDER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
b. Request consideration and staff direction concerning a proposed scope
of services and fee submitted by AVCON, Inc. for a Lake Lorraine Basin
Drainage Analysis. District: 2.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: David Parisot, Commissioner District 2
SECONDER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
c. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute Task Order
No. 44 with SCS Engineers for implementation of the remedial action
plan modifications approved by the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection for the Baker Landfill. District: All.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Campbell, Commissioner District 5
SECONDER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
C, D & E.
d. Request approval and acceptance of a Temporary Construction Easement
for use during the reconstruction of Lake Ella Road Bridge. District: 1.
e. Request approval of a request submitted by the developer of the Autumn
Woods Subdivision for acceptance into the County’s permanent
maintenance system and release of the related letter of credit. District:
1
VIII. New Business
1. Gary Stanford, Finance Director, to address the Board concerning the
Annual Investment Report. District: All.
2. Discussion concerning the Florida Association of Counties’ legal action
on the HB 5301 Medicaid Billing legislation recently passed. District: All.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Wayne Harris, Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: David Parisot, Commissioner District 2
AYES: Harris, Roberts, Amunds, Campbell, Parisot
Okaloosa County adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable
modifications for access to this meeting upon request. Please call the County Administrator’s Office
at (850) 651-7515 to make a request. For Hearing Impaired, Dial 1-800-955-8771 (TDD), and 1-
800-955-8770 (Voice). Requests must be received at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting in
order for Okaloosa County to provide the requested service.
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