Okaloosa County BOCC — May 20, 2014 — reading text

Packet Pg. 300  RESOLUTION 14-_____________ RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW FISHERY MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR RECREATIONAL ANGLERS TO HELP INCREASE ACCESS TO REBUILDING FISHERIES; SUPPORTING A NEW DATA COLLECTION SYSTEM FOR RECREATIONAL FISHERIES, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the fishing industry is vital to the economy of Okaloosa County and the surrounding areas on the Gulf Coast and is an essential component of tourism; and WHEREAS, the National Marine Fisheries Service, the Gulf of Mexico Fishing Management Council and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission have the responsibility of establishing a management system or plan to maintaining and preserving the fishing industries in the Gulf; and WHEREAS, the present federal management systems for the control of over fishing of annual allocations has not been effective in management of fishery within the Gulf of Mexico; and WHEREAS, the present federal management system is inadequate as it can not determine harvest levels in a timely manner; and WHEREAS, the National Marine Fisheries Service, the Gulf of Mexico Fishing Management Council and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are actively involved in the monitoring and review of the current fisheries management plan and evaluating its effectiveness; and Packet Pg. 301  WHEREAS, to address the deficiencies of the current fisheries management plan, the National Marine Fisheries Service, the Gulf of Mexico Fishing Management Council and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission should develop a new fishery management plan for the management of recreational anglers that will work increase access to rebuilding fisheries. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Board requests and supports the action by the National Marine Fisheries Service, the Gulf of Mexico Fishing Management Council and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to develop a fishery management plan for recreational anglers that can effectively manage and provide increase access to rebuilding fisheries. 2. As part of this new fishery management plant, the Board requests and encourages the National Marine Fisheries Service, the Gulf of Mexico Fishing Management Council and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to incorporate a new data collection system which will provide an accountable, time critical and accurate way to determine harvest effort and harvest levels in recreational fisheries. 3. Consistent with these efforts, the Board encourages the Gulf of Mexico Fishing Management Council to continue with the modifications to the current fishery management plan, including those changes contained in proposed Amendment 40, which begins to address the unique needs of the private recreational sector and the Charter for Hire recreational sectors. 4. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption. 2 Packet Pg. 302  DULY ADOPTED THIS _____ DAY OF __________________, 2014. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA (SEAL) By: Chairman ATTEST: By: Don Howard, Clerk 3 Packet Pg. 303  BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA REQUEST DATE: May 20, 2014 TO: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Board FROM: Sheriff - Larry Ashley SUBJECT: Request Approval to Execute the FDOR Federally Funded Grant CST46 STATEMENT OF ISSUE: Board approval is needed to execute the Florida Department of Revenue federally funded grant agreement providing partial reimbursement of the cost of service of process (SOP) in child support cases. BACKGROUND: The Florida Department of Revenue will provide partial reimbursement for the period July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2017 for service of process and writ of bodily attachment in child support cases. The County is to receive 66% of the fees itpays the Sheriff for service of the instruments; this action is for renewal of an ongoing program. OPTIONS: Approve or Disapprove RECOMMENDATION: The Sheriff's Office requests the Board review, approve, and authorize the Chairman to sign the attached grant agreement and all future grant documents during the term of the grant and to authorize the Clerk of Courts office of Contracts & Grants to electronically submit the executed agreement, monthly invoicing and any other submissions needed during the term of the grant. 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Villani SUBJECT: Emergency Medical Services Week Proclamation DEPARTMENT: Public Safety BCC DISTRICT: All STATEMENT OF ISSUE: Request approval of the Proclamation designating the week of May 18-24, 2014, as Emergency Medical Services Week. BACKGROUND: National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine's front line. May 18-24, 2014, has been designated as EMS Week with the theme, "EMS: Dedicated. For Life." OPTIONS: Approve/Disapprove. RECOMMENDATIONS: Approve the Proclamation for EMS Week from May 18-24, 2014. RECOMMENDED BY: APPROVED BY: Ernie Padgett, County Administrator Packet Pg. 379  PROCLAMATION TO DESIGNATE THE WEEK OF MAY 18-24, 2014, AS EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK WHEREAS, emergency medical services is a vital public service; and WHEREAS, the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and WHEREAS, access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rate of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and WHEREAS, the emergency medical services system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators and others; and WHEREAS, the members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate to recognize the value and the accomplishments of emergency medical services providers by designating Emergency Medical Services Week; NOW, THEREFORE, the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners in recognition of this event do hereby proclaim the week of May 18-24, 2014, as: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK with the theme, “EMS: Dedicated. For Life.”, and encourage the community to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities. DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of May, 2014. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA _______________________________________ Charles K. Windes, Jr., Chairman ATTEST: CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT ___________________________ Don W. Howard Packet Pg. 380  BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA REQUEST DATE: May 20, 2014 TO: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Board FROM: Dino J. Villani SUBJECT: Beach Safety Week Proclamation DEPARTMENT: Public Safety BCC DISTRICT: STATEMENT OF ISSUE: Request approval of a Proclamation designating the week of June 1-8, 2014, as National Beach Safety Week. BACKGROUND: This year National Beach Safety Week is June 1-8, and it urges all residents using our beaches to enjoy themselves at the beach this year, while taking appropriate measures to protect themselves and their children. OPTIONS: Approve/Disapprove. RECOMMENDATIONS: Approve the Proclamation for National Beach Safety Week from June 1-8, 2014. RECOMMENDED BY: APPROVED BY: Ernie Padgett, County Administrator Packet Pg. 381  PROCLAMATION TO DESIGNATE THE WEEK OF JUNE 1-8, 2014, AS NATIONAL BEACH SAFETY WEEK WHEREAS, the beautiful coastal and inland beaches of Okaloosa County represent a world renowned recreational resource; and, WHEREAS, the residents and visitors of Okaloosa County are drawn to these beaches by the millions each year for water and beach activities; and, WHEREAS, the aquatic environment has dangers that can