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January 21, 2014
Regular Meeting
The regular Tuesday meeting of the Okaloosa County Board of
County Commissioners was called to order at 6:00 p.m. at the
Water & Sewer Administration Building in Fort Walton Beach.
Members present were Charles K. Windes, Jr., Chairman; Nathan
Boyles, Vice Chairman; Wayne Harris; Dave Parisot; and Don
Amunds. Also present were Gary J. Stanford, Finance Director,
Clerk’s Office; Ernie Padgett, County Administrator; John Dowd,
County Attorney; and members of the press.
After opening with prayer, a moment of silence was observed in
memory of Walter F. Spence. The Chairman then led in the Pledge
of Allegiance.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR’S UPDATE
Mr. Padgett advised he has nothing this evening.
COMMISSIONER'S MINUTE
Mr. Parisot announced there will be a Gulf Consortium meeting
this Friday in Tallahassee.
Mr. Boyles said he has nothing.
Mr. Amunds stated at the last meeting he brought up an issue
regarding the beach restoration MSBU and whether there are
sufficient reserves available to discontinue the MSBU
assessments. He also said he wanted additional information on
the use of Tourist Development taxes for support of museums,
aquariums, etc. Mr. Amunds commented staff is continuing to
research these issues. Upon inguiry by Mr. Parisot, Mr. Amunds
stated it is his understanding the TD tax could only be used for
museums within the taxing district.
Mr. Harris congratulated the new captain (Chairman Windes) and
his first mate (Vice Chairman Boyles) in captaining the USS
Okaloosa in the coming year.
PUBLIC COMMENT RELATING TO CURRENT AGENDA
No one came forward to speak.
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CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
Mr. Parisot referred to item #12.
12. Airports: Recommendation to award bid/contract for
Security Checkpoint Exit Lane Control System to Cathey
Construction and Development, LLC as apparent responsive
low bidder with a bid of $496,846
He said the agenda request is to award the contract. Mr.
Parisot stated under the current process the contract document
would need to come before the Board for approval and execution.
Mr. Parisot made motion, seconded by Mr. Harris, to award the
bid to Cathey Construction for the above described project and
to authorize the Chairman to execute the contract when it is
prepared contingent upon receipt of all necessary support
documents. Mr. Sunil Harman, Airports Director, stated this
action will save about six weeks in the process. 5 yeas.
Mr. Harris made motion, seconded by Mr. Boyles, to approve
Consent Agenda items #1 through #11 and #13 through #23.
1. Approve Letter of Support to U.S. Department of Labor for
grant to enhance the learning experience at the CHOICE High
School
2. Airports: Approval of Declaration of Restrictive Covenant
with Florida Department of Environmental Protection
regarding portion of Destin Airport property which has
groundwater contamination issues
3. Public Safety: Approval of subagreement between Okaloosa
County and Judge Ben Gordon, Jr. Family Visitation Center
relating to Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
Program
4. Public Safety: Approval of subagreement between Okaloosa
County and Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center
relating to Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
Program
5. Bcc: Public Event Permit request from Destin Chamber of
Commerce for 4° Annual Bayou, Bay and Back Run/Walk
Marathon on January 25, 2014
6. BCC: Public Event Permit request from Mosaic Church of
Crestview for 6°" Annual Crestview Pregnancy Center 5K Run
on April 5, 2014
7. BCC: Public Event Permit request from Chief Petty Officers
Association for Navel School Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial Challenge on April 26,
2014
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8. Airports: Informational item - Intent to advertise for
volunteer committee members to represent Okaloosa County as
members on the Destin Airport Compatibility Advisory
Committee
9. Airports: Approve department’s partnership in the
following promotional events: Fisher House 5K, Eglin AFB
Annual Gate-to-Gate Run/Walk, 2™¢ Annual Emerald Coast
Transportation Symposium, and 45‘ Annual Florida Airports
Council & Exposition
10. Airports: Supplemental Joint Participation Agreement with
FDOT and signature resolution for unmanned passenger exit
lane security controls system at Northwest Florida Regional
Airport
RESOLUTION NO. 14-27
11. Airports: Approval of Task Order No. 15 with RS&H for
construction administration of phase services for Security
Checkpoint Exit Lane Control System in the amount of
$77,322
13. Purchasing: Recommendation to award bid for five one-half
ton pickups to Don Reid Ford as low bidder meeting
specifications with bid of $20,247 each for a total of
$101,235
14. Airports: Approval of lease for Timberview Helicopters,
Inc. to operate a sightseeing flight operation from the
Destin Airport
15. Purchasing: Approval to purchase one new 2014 Bobcat
Loader at a total cost of $88,200.08, using the State of
Florida Sheriff's contract
16. Purchasing: Approval of and authorization for Chairman to
execute contracts with three vendors to provide
architectural, engineering, and aviation planning services
for the Airports Department: (1) AVCON, (2) Jacobs, and
(3) Hatch Mott MacDonald
17. Purchasing: Approval to purchase one new 800 Power
Sweeper, Rider at a total cost of $70,819.74, off the State
of Florida contract
18. Authorization for Surety Land Title of Florida to prepare
quitclaim deed for successful bidder converting his/her
Okaloosa Island leasehold interest to fee simple title
(Timothy N. and Rebecca A. Taylor)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-28
19. Purchasing: Approval to purchase two F750 Flatbed Dump
Trucks at a total cost of $149,792 of the State of Florida
contract
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20. Airports: Ratification of Chairman’s signature on letter
responding to Part 13 Complaint by Attorney Alan Armstrong
representing Emerald Coast and Timberview Helicopters, Inc.
21. Finance: Budget Resolutions and Budget Transfers:
e Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, General Fund
(appropriations from APAC Mid-South for repair of
fiber optic network)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-29 (BA #67)
e Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, General Fund
(budget transfer in from Capital Outlay Construction
Fund for countywide computer upgrades and
compatibility)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-30 (BA #68)
e Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, General Fund
(RESTORE Act funding)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-31 (BA #69)
e Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, Capital Outlay
Construction Fund (cash carried forward)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-32 (BA #70)
e Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, Water & Sewer
Enterprise Fund (cash carried forward)
RESOLUTION NO, 14-33 (BA #71)
® Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, Airport Enterprise
Fund (FDOT grant to construct air traffic control
tower, site utilities, and roadway at Destin Airport)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-34 (BA #72)
e Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, Airport Enterprise
Fund (FDOT grant to construct an Aircraft Rescue and
Firefighting Station at Northwest Florida Regional
Airport)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-35 (BA #73)
e Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, Airport Enterprise
Fund (cash carried forward)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-36 (BA #74)
°® Resolution amending FY 2014 #£xBudget, Solid Waste
Enterprise Fund (cash carried forward)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-37 (BA #75)
e Resolution amending FY 2014 #£4Budget, Inspections
Enterprise Fund (cash carried forward)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-38 (BA #76)
e Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, Self-Insurance
Fund (St. Clergy Settlement)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-39 (BA #77)
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® Budget Transfer: Capital Outlay Construction Fund;
carry forward for Marler Park boat ramp; BT-14-18
® Budget Transfer: Airport Enterprise Fund; cash match
for FDOT grant for Destin Air Traffic Control Tower;
BT-14-19
® Budget Transfer: Capital Outlay Construction Fund;
computer upgrades and compatibility; BT-14-20
22. Resolution providing the public a reasonable opportunity to
be heard in accordance with Section 268.0114, Florida
Statutes
RESOLUTION NO, 14-40
23. Authorization for Chairman to execute letter of
congratulations from the Board to Natalie Lawson from Fort
Walton Beach High School who won the honor of Distinguished
Young Woman of Florida for 2014-15
5 yeas.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT —- AMEND DEVELOPMENT ORDER FOR DESTIN WEST
BAYSIDE
Mr. Elliot Kampert, Growth Management Director, stated a request
has been received to amend the Development Order (DO) for Destin
West Bayside to allow construction of a 29-slip, private, multi-
family docking structure without fueling facilities, without
sewage pump out facility, and without live boards to be used
exclusively for the mooring of recreational vessels in
conjunction with the existing condominium development. He
showed a diagram of the current development and identified the
proposed location for the. dock. He advised the property is
located at 1310 Miracle Strip Parkway, Fort Walton Beach
(Okaloosa Island) and it is currently zoned B-3 (Light
commercial and concession area). Mr. Kampert reported the
Okaloosa Island Leaseholders Association Architectural Review
Committee recommends approval. He stated staff also recommends
with the condition that Okaloosa County building permits shall
not be issued until an updated copy of the U.S. Corps of
Engineers permit authorization has been provided to the Growth
Management Department. Mr. Parisot made motion, seconded by Mr.
Amunds, to amend the DO for Destin West Bayside contingent upon
an updated Corps of Engineers’ permit being provided to the
Growth Management Department. 5 yeas.
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TOURIST DEVELOPMENT - FINAL PAYMENT TO TAYLOR ENGINEERING FOR
CONTRACT C10-1813-TDC
Mr. Ed Schroeder, Tourist Development Department (TDD) Director,
requested final contract approval of Contract C10-1813-TDC with
Taylor Engineering in the amount of $288,000. This payment
covers Task Orders #3, #15, #18, and Credit Memo Task Order #16.
Mr. Parisot made motion, seconded by Mr. Boyles, to approve the
final payment as requested by the department head. 5 yeas.
PUBLIC WORKS — REQUESTS TO SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mr. Amunds made motion, seconded by Mr. Parisot, to approve the
following requests:
1. Authorization to advertise for public hearing on
February 18, 2014 to receive input regarding an additional
street light at 614 Pelican Drive in the Okaloosa Island
MSBU
2. Authorization to advertise for public hearing on
February 18, 2014 to consider the request of Thomas Watkins
for Watree Construction and Land Development to vacate
portion of Second Avenue and portion of alley in Block 2 of
the Townsite of Port Dixie Subdivision
5 yeas.
PUBLIC WORKS - FLORIDA BOATING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT
AGREEMENT WITH CINCO BAYOU
Mr. John Hofstad, Public Works Director, requested approval of a
$15,000 allocation from the 2014 Florida Boating Improvement
Program for the Town of Cinco Bayou for the Sea Way Street Boat
Improvement Project. Mr. Parisot made motion, seconded by Mr.
Harris, to approve the allocation and to authorize the Chairman
to sign the Project Agreement with Cinco Bayou in the amount of
$15,000. 5 yeas.
PUBLIC WORKS — APPROVAL OF TWO TASK ORDERS FOR ASPHALT PAVING
SYSTEMS CONTRACTS
Mr. Hofstad requested approval of the following task orders for
contracts with Asphalt Paving Systems:
1. Task Order #1, contract C12-1961 in the amount of
$227,694.74
2. Task Order #1, contract C12-1960 in the amount’ of
$199,356.58
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He stated these task orders are required because of changes in
the Finance Department regarding the way services and materials
are procured. Mr. Hofstad noted the list of projects covered by
these items was approved last April. Mr. Harris made motion,
seconded by Mr. Amunds, to approve the task orders as presented.
5 yeas.
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE - FINAL CONTRACT PAYMENT TO SKANSKA/LORD
& SON, OKALOOSA COUNTY COURTHOUSE ANNEX EXTENSION PROJECT
Mr. Don Turner, Facilities Maintenance, requested approval of
the final contract payment to Skanska/Lord & Son for the
Okaloosa County Courthouse Extension project in the amount of
$37,697. Upon inquiry by Mr. Amunds, Mr. Turner stated all
outstanding issues except for one leak have been addressed. Mr.
Parisot asked if all ADA issues were completed. Mr. Turner
replied by saying “all that were contracted for.” Mr. Harris
made motion, seconded by Mr. Amunds, to approve this final
contract payment. 5 yeas. (NOTE: The correct budget
department numbers for payment are 301 for $10,000; and 3160--
not 3115--for $27,697.)
HUMAN RESOURCES — COUNTY ATTORNEY RECRUITMENT UPDATE
Mrs. Kay Godwin, Human Resources Director, stated she would like
to present an update on the recruitment process for the County
Attorney position and to ask guidance on moving forward. She
pointed out that John Dowd, County Attorney, will retire in July
of this year. In anticipation of Mr. Dowd’s retirement, the
county has been accepting employment applications since
August 15, 2013. Also, letters of interest were accepted from
law firms through December 6, 2013 to provide County Attorney
services through a contractual approach.
Mrs. Godwin stated the Board-appointed screening committee has
reviewed the applications and proposals from firms. The
screening committee has narrowed the list of 26 apparently
qualified employment applications from individuals down to ten
as a potential full-time county employee. She said if the Board
desires, the committee can further narrow the field to three to
five applicants and schedule interviews. She reported it was
the committee’s decision not to rank the firms. The committee
felt the first decision was to limit the number of individual
candidates and then the Board can make a decision on whether or
not to proceed with the law firm concept.
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Mr. Amunds stated he agrees with this direction and will second
a motion to this effect if placed on the floor.
Mr. Parisot commented that he did not get the packages until
this afternoon and encouraged the commissioners to look at the
three law firms, saying he was surprised about the low dollar
amount .
Mr. Boyles recommended the scope of individual applicants be
narrowed. Mr. Windes stated if there are no objections, we will
proceed with the recommendation of the HR Director to narrow the
field of applications for County Attorney to three to five
individuals. Hearing no comments, Mr. Windes stated the
consensus is unanimous.
NEW BUSINESS - CONSIDERATION OF LEASE RENEWAL FOR PROPERTY
APPRAISER AND TAX COLLECTOR AT UPTOWN STATION
Mr. Padgett said the Board needs to take action on one of three
options regarding the lease with 99 Eglin, Ltd. for office space
for the Property Appraiser and Tax Collector at Uptown Station.
Option 1 is a one-year renewal
Option 2 is an 18-month renewal
Option 3 is a three-year renewal
He explained the Board entered into a lease with Jay Odom of 99
Eglin, Ltd. for this office space in January 2009 and the
current lease will expire on September 30, 2014.
Mr. Padgett stated staff recommends Option 1 which will extend
the lease from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015. He
felt this will give sufficient time for completion of the new
Shalimar facility and would mean the Property Appraiser and Tax
Collector would only have to make one move. Mr. Harris made
motion, seconded by Mr. Boyles, to approve Option 1, a one-year
renewal of the current lease. Upon inguiry by Mr. Windes
regarding Option 2, Mr. Harris said he is certain there would be
a buy-out provision if the Uptown Location is vacated before the
end of the 18-month period.
Mr. Amunds asked Mr. Turner a question about asbestos (at the
Shalimar Annex). Mr. Turner replied they discovered minimal
amounts. He said an asbestos survey will be required and he is
in the process of doing that.
The vote was taken on the motion--5 yeas.
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OLD BUSINESS - COUNTY FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Mr. Padgett commented that staff needs direction with regard to
the future facilities projects and moving forward, possibly
under one umbrella.
Mr. Turner stated the county has three significant projects
moving along separate timelines: Crestview Courthouse, new
facility at Shalimar Annex site, and new Sheriff’s building at
Sheriff's Shalimar administrative campus. With regard to the
Shalimar Annex site, Mr. Turner reported there are six entities
in the existing building which will need to be relocated while
the building is razed. Three of those are with the Sheriff’s
Office and will be relocated to the new building in the
Sheriff’s Shalimar compound. He said it has been fifty years
since any square footage was added to the Crestview Courthouse;
however, more information on that project will be brought to the
Board at another time.
Mr. Turner said these projects have been discussed with the
Einancial advisor and he believes more favorable financial terms
can be received by bundling the projects together. Upon
inquiry, Mr. Turner stated the financing needed is approximately
$20 Million with a 25% plus/minus factor because all details on
the construction projects have not yet been decided. Mr. Amunds
offered a suggestion of capping each project.
At this point Mr. Parisot shared his opinion on the Water &
Sewer Administration Building. He said the building was built
in 1992 for $3 Million. Mr. Parisot stated north of $4.5
Million in General Revenue funds have been used to pay rent for
county operations in this building. He said the Board can get
rid of the $250,000 annual rent payment and say the Board owns
the building.
Also with regard to the Water & Sewer Administration Building,
Mr. Parisot said if county offices are relocated out of the
building and those spaces are rented out, the Board will become
commercial landlords. He said the Property Appraiser and Tax
Collector could be moved in to the W&S Administration Building
and the county would not need to build a grandiose building in
Shalimar.
Mr. Boyles said the in-house attorney should review the option
and suggested opinions be obtained from the Auditor General and
Attorney General on such a proposition of taking ownership of
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the building. He stressed he does not want to do anything.
arbitrarily.
Mr. Parisot said perhaps a facilities workshop would be in
order. He also had recommendations on the use of the old Fort
Walton Beach Hospital for county office space.
Upon inquiry by Mr. Windes, Mr. Dowd stated water and sewer
system customers paid for the W&S Administration Building. He
felt from an accounting standpoint, the Board is on firm ground
by “doing like we are doing.” Mr. Dowd added that he does not
know how to “adjust” or “manipulate,” at which point Mr. Windes
stated he is not interested in manipulating anything. Mr.
Parisot again stated this is a county building and Mr. Dowd
interjected that it was built with money from the Water & Sewer
Enterprise Fund.
Mr. Harris stated customer user fees paid for this building and
he does not have the stomach to just try to take it over.
Mr. Amunds commented that water and sewer customer fees were
used for the bonds to construct the new water reclamation plant
and bonds, backed by customer fees, may have been used to
construct the W&S Administration Building. He added the word
“manipulate” scares him and he is interested in going forward
with the three buildings as is. Mr. Amunds stated there may be
an opportunity to reduce space in those projects to provide cost
savings. Continuing, he said Mr. Parisot’s idea about use of
the old Fort Walton Beach Hospital is different from how he
remembers the discussion on that subject. Mr. Amunds reiterated
he supports going forward with the three facilities.
Mr. Turner pointed out the Board earlier took action to extend
the lease for the Tax Collector and Property Appraiser at Uptown
Station and that date (September 30, 2015) will be fast
approaching. He felt if the county is to make the deadline, it
must keep moving forward.
Mr. Boyles made motion, seconded by Mr. Harris, to move forward
with the agenda item as requested with three projects as
identified under one financial umbrella. Mr. Parisot stated he
believes there should be serious discussion on ail county
buildings. Mr. Windes replied, “duly noted.” 5 yeas.
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OLD BUSINESS - FISCAL YEAR 2014 THIRD QUARTER (APRIL, MAY AND
JUNE) CALENDAR (Tabled from January 7 meeting)
Mr. Amunds stated the reason this item was tabled was to give
additional time to consider the option of changing the time of
meetings to all evening hours.
Mr. Parisot remarked that he is not sure anything is wrong with
the current system of having one morning and one evening meeting
per month and alternating locations.
Mr. Windes said initially he thought it was a good idea but
after asking around, there was no leaning one way or the other
from the people he spoke with. He stated he is comfortable with
it staying as it is.
Mr. Parisot pointed out there has been live-streaming of
meetings since 2010 and he believes the public has ample
opportunity to participate. He said if there is a burning
issue, the public will find a way to get their concerns known.
Mr. Parisot requested the June 17 meeting in Fort Walton Beach
Beach changed from an evening meeting to a morning meeting. He
said commissioners who plan to attend the annual FAC Conference
in Orlando the next day will have more time to travel.
Mr. Harris stated he has been doing this for five years and if
there is a major issue for citizens, they will voice their
opinions. He said he agrees with the Chairman, saying he heard
no overwhelming opinion from anyone on the meeting times.
Mr. Boyles made motion, seconded by Mr. Parisot, to approve the
calendar as presented with the exception of changing the meeting
time for the June 17 meeting to 8:30 a.m. 5 yeas.
Mr. Parisot asked if a Budget Policy Workshop will be set for
April. Mr. Padgett replied he understands the Board has
historically held a policy workshop in April but believes that
is too early in the budget process. He said he thought everyone
was satisfied with the process last year, working through the
process workshop by workshop. Mr. Padgett reiterated April is
too early for such a workshop and said perhaps one could be
scheduled later. Mr.-.Harris stated he will defer to staff
because they are the ones working it. Mr. Boyles agreed. Mr.
Windes surveyed the Board and said we have consensus.
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PUBLIC HEARING — REQUEST FROM ALPHA OMEGA INVESTMENT TO AMEND
FLUM DESTGNATION AND REZONE .43 ACRE IN NICEVILLE
Mr. Stanford read the advertised legal notice for public hearing
requested by Alpha Omega Investment to amend the Future Land Use
Map (FLUM) designation from Low Density Residential (LDR) to
Commercial (C) or a more restrictive FLUM designation for .43
acre located at 1445 Pine Street in Niceville. Further, if the
FLUM designation is approved, the applicant requests the zoning
for the subject parcel be changed from Residential - 1 (R-1) to
General Commercial District (C-3) or a more restrictive zoning
district.
Mr. Elliot Kampert, Growth Management Director, confirmed this
public hearing was advertised but in getting ready for the
Mailouts they miscounted by one day and did not mail the
notices. He asked for the public hearing to be tabled until
February 18 at 6:30 p.m.
Mr. Windes opened the floor for public comment. No one came
forward to speak.
Mr. Parisot made motion, seconded by Mr. Harris, to table this
hearing until February 18 at 6:30 p.m. in Fort Walton Beach.
5 yeas.
PUBLIC HEARING ~ ORDINANCE REGULATING GROUND TRANSPORTATION AT
NORTHWEST FLORIDA REGIONAL AIRPORT (Tabled from December 17,
2013)
Mr. Stanford read the advertised legal notice for public hearing
to consider adoption of an ordinance establishing the Northwest
Florida Regional Airport Ground Transportation Policy,
regulating commercial vehicles, establishing operational
procedures, and establishing a fee structure.
Mr. Sunil Harman, Airports Director, pointed out this is the
second public hearing on this subject. He said staff was
directed to hold a meeting with the taxi drivers, saying that
was done on January 2, 2014. Mr. Harman stated many changes
were made to the procedures/proposed ordinance.
The Chairman opened the floor for public comments.
Mr. Don Fisher, Mary Esther, posed questions about Article 14
Enforcement, specifically on the power to impound vehicles and
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citations for violations of the dress code. Mr. Harman responded
the section on penalties was removed. He advised the intent
will be to revoke a permit and not issue a new one. With regard
to impounding a vehicle, Mr. Harman stated that was left in in
the event a vehicle is deemed not to be road worthy. Mr. Harris
said he likes the idea of them not being allowed to work rather
than impounding the vehicle. Mr. Harman suggested revoking the
permit as a substitute.
Mr. Parisot reported he still has a problem with the requirement
that a driver cannot have a vehicle more than ten years old and
would like to see this language stricken. He added that he does
support the safety of the vehicles.
Mr. Harman replied they benchmark with industry, pointing out
the age of a vehicle was not a significant issue during the
public hearing. He said ten years is a long time and pointed
out ten years ago there were no side air bags in vehicles. Mr.
Harman said many of these vehicles are purchased used and there
is a great deal of mileage on them.
Mr. Harris stated he does not have a problem with ten years.
Mr. Windes agreed.
Mr. Justin Jackson, Jackson Transportation and All Star Shuttle,
advised Pensacola Airport allows vehicles older than ten years.
Mr. Windes brought the discussion back to the Board.
Mr. Boyles stated he will vote against the ordinance and
believes the authority should be given to the Airports Director.
He noted that when a problem arises, it will be necessary to
bring it before the Board which will require a public hearing to
amend the ordinance.
Mr. Parisot made motion, seconded by Mr. Harris, to remove the
age requirement of ten years in Section 2.5. Mr. Harris added
the impounding of a vehicle should be removed from. the
ordinance. Mr. Parisot accepted this addition. 4 yeas, 1 nay
(Mr. Boyles voted no.)
ORDINANCE NO. 14-OL1
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Don Fisher, Mary Esther, asked what recourse there is if a
driver does not agree with the Airports Director. Mr. Windes
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answered that individuals may appeal to the County
Administrator. Mr. Boyles pointed out the ordinance does
describe the appeals process.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, the
meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
DON W. HOWARD CHARLES K. WINDES, JR., CHAIRMAN
CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
(These minutes were transcribed by Teresa Ward.)
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