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was partially funded by a Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Community Development Block
Grant.
PJ Adams Pkwy Water Main Relocation (design) – install a water transmission main to replace the existing
main that is in conflict with the roadway 4-laning project. Project to occur in 4 phases from Hwy 85 to
Interstate 10.
Poquito Bayou Water Main & Force Main Bores (construction) – replace the aging, deteriorated mains
under Poquito Bayou with new directional bores.
PROGRAM GOAL When land development projects are submitted, complete the review and issue comments
within 15 business days. Begin new construction inspections within 48 hours of notification. With regards to
underground utility mapping and as-built drawings, complete the gravity sewer. Continue to support OCWS
projects in the Capital Improvement Plan by surveying, designing, permitting, and inspections as needed. Ensure
accurate as-built construction plans are recorded for each completed project.
KEY OBJECTIVES:
The primary mission of OCWS Engineering is to design, review, permit, and inspect new construction, either for
land development projects or OCWS construction projects for the water and sewer system that benefit our
customers. OCWS Engineering also provides surveying, computer aided-drafting, land/easement acquisition, and
project management services for OCWS in-house construction projects. The primary deliverables of OCWS
Engineering are approved construction plans and as-built construction plans. The following are key objectives:
1. To assure all development serviced by the system meets accepted standard specifications.
2. Provide engineering support to assure that the system meets its operation and maintenance standards.
3. Advise the director and senior managers regarding engineering and design services.
4. To increase the search for relationships that will result in the consolidation of potable water supply as well
as wastewater treatment and disposal services – to ultimately save the customers and taxpayers money.
The following major projects are planned for FY2017:
Arbennie Pritchett Water Reclamation Facility (APWRF) Expansion (construction) – expand the current
facility from 10 million gallons per day (MGD) to 15 MGD because of additional flow from Eglin AFB
projects, the East County Service Area (diversion project mentioned above), and future growth. Project is
funded with Capacity Expansion Charges that has been received from development projects.
Brooks Bridge Water Main Bore (design & construction) – install a second water supply line to Okaloosa
Island, which would then serve as the primary water source to Okaloosa Island (main on bridge would serve
as backup). This project is partially funded by a state appropriation administered by a FDEP Grant
Agreement.
Diversion of East County wastewater from the Niceville-Valparaiso Regional Sewer Board (NVRSB) Plant
to the Arbennie Pritchett Water Reclamation Facility (APWRF) (construction) – construct a new force main
to divert OCWS sewer flow from NVRSB to the Arbennie Pritchett WRF. This will consolidate flows and
reduce overall wastewater treatment cost for the flows from our East County service area.
Garniers Area Sanitary Sewer Rehab (construction) – installed cured-in-place liners on vitrified clay sewer
mains and brick manholes to reduce the inflow and infiltration, which is currently inundating the collection
system. This project is partially funded by a state appropriation administered by a FDEP Grant Agreement.
GIS/Mapping – database to be improved and upgraded, by merging multiple datasets. Additional
subsurface utility engineering to be completed as needed to accomplish the merger.
Hwy 90 West Water Main Replacement (design & construction) – install a water transmission main to
replace the aging pipeline that is regularly failing.
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Lake Pippin Area Sewer (design) – install public sewer to approximately 125 lots adjacent to
Choctawhatchee Bay and Lake Pippin. This project is funded by a state appropriation administered by a
FDEP Grant Agreement.
Marlowe Area Water System Improvements (construction) – provide new, larger water mains to the area
and fire hydrants to provide increased fire protection and ensure the reliability of the system.
Meigs-Seminole Lift Station & Associated Force Mains (construction) – replace the aging and undersized
Meigs-Seminole Lift Station, which currently pumps all the wastewater from Bluewater Bay to the NVRSB
facility.
Mid County Tank #4 & Connecting Water Main (construction) – a second elevated water tank near the Bob
Sikes Industrial Park would provide for increased storage, reliability, and redundancy for the potable water
and fire suppression systems. This project is partially funded by a Northwest Florida Water Management
District grant.
Newport/Essex Area Water System Improvements (design & construction) – provide new, larger water
mains to the area and fire hydrants to provide increased fire protection and ensure the reliability of the
system.
OCWS Operations Building (design) – construct a metal building along Oddfellow Road that would provide
for a better, more efficient and consolidated use of land and would also allow OCWS Logistics to establish
better control/consolidation of inventory. Building to house the following OCWS staff: Carpenter’s Shop,
Engineering, Maintenance, SCADA, and Water Operations.
PJ Adams Pkwy Water Main Relocation (construction) – install a water transmission main to replace the
existing main that is in conflict with the roadway 4-laning project. Project to occur in four phases from
Hwy 85 to Interstate 10.
Reclaimed Water to City of Niceville and Eglin AFB (design & construction) – provide for facility upgrades
at the APWRF to provide up to 4 MGD of reclaimed water capability and install approximately 11 miles of
reclaimed water transmission mains to the City and Eglin AFB. This project has a rough-order-of-
magnitude cost of $8M, and is currently funded at $3M, via a state appropriation administered by a FDEP
Grant Agreement. This grant will fund the entire design and environmental work, the construction of the
APWRF upgrades, and a portion of the pipeline.
Taxiway H Water Main Extension (construction) – in partnership with County Airports and Eglin AFB,
install a water main that will support the Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting Station and Eglin AFB’s water
system. This project is funded by an FAA grant and payment in kind for the APWRF lease with Eglin AFB.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
Actual Approved Proposed
Performance Measures
FY14/15 FY15/16 FY16/17
Land development projects submitted for review 20 25 30
Input
Land development construction projects commenced 16 16 20
Number of new sewer taps 154 160 170
Number of new water taps 179 200 210
Dollar value - new sewer taps $489,135 $520,000 $600,000
Output Dollar value - new water taps $167,253 $190,000 $250,000
State Permits obtained for in house projects 8 13 14
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA
SERVICE AREA: PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: WATER & SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND/UTILITIES OPERATIONS
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This program is responsible for providing support services to the OCWS in-
house construction team and the buildings and facilities within the fund. This includes carpentry, masonry,
painting, maintenance, janitorial services and landscaping.
MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS LAST YEAR
Constructed fence and assisted with site work at Main Island lift Station.
Constructed fence and assisted with the construction of the East County Repump Station.
Assisted with site restoration (driveway repair and road cuts) for the Newcastle Area Water System
Improvements.
Repaired drywall and painted the 4th floor of the Water and Sewer Administrative Building for County
Judges.
Repaired drywall and painted the 2nd floor of the Water and Sewer Administrative Building.
Remodeled and added security fences for the logistics office and outlying logistics yards.
Assisted with the construction of the Camp Rudder Lift Station.
PROGRAM GOAL: To provide timely and efficient operational support to the water and sewer enterprise fund.
To maintain clean and safe facilities for both staff and the public. Repair and care for the infrastructure of water
& sewer buildings, facilities and grounds.
KEY OBJECTIVES:
1. Ensure budgetary, personnel, customer service and purchasing functions comply with County policies.
2. Preserve and protect infrastructure to provide quality of service to customers.
3. Maintain and extend the useful life and utility of County facilities.
4. Ensure the preservation and safe operation of all work related equipment.
The following projects are planned for FY2017:
Continue to assist & support in all projects listed throughout the entire department.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
Actual Approved Proposed
Performance Measures
FY14/15 FY15/16 FY16/17
Number of work orders responded to (facilities) 95 97 100
Input Number of work orders responded to (constr.) 43 46 50
Number of work orders responded to (repair) 104 110 115
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA
SERVICE AREA: PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: WATER & SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND/WATER & SEWER
CONSTRUCTION
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This program is responsible for the installation of new water and sewer
infrastructure and replacing aging infrastructure. Routinely installs new water mains, sewer mains, and lift stations
to upgrade or extend service. Has the capability to perform other construction activities as required.
MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS LAST YEAR:
Camp Rudder Force Main & Lift Station (construction) – provide sewer service to Camp Rudder via 1
master lift station and approximately 8.6 miles of piping. This project will divert all wastewater flows from
Camp Rudder to the Arbennie Pritchett WRF.
Diversion of East County wastewater from the Niceville-Valparaiso Regional Sewer Board (NVRSB) Plant
to the Arbennie Pritchett Water Reclamation Facility (APWRF) (design) – construct a new force main and
pump station to divert OCWS sewer flow from NVRSB to the APWRF. This will consolidate flows and
reduce overall wastewater treatment cost for the flows from our East County Service Area (Bluewater Bay
area). Project will also eliminate Rocky Bayou Lift Station, Post Office Lift Station, and miles of 14” aging
sewer force main. Pump station construction was completed, and design of force
