Okaloosa County BOCC — December 16, 2014 — Oct21,2014 — reading text

October 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 (departed at 8:15 p.m.); and Don Amunds. Also present were Gary J. Stanford, Finance Director, Clerk's Office; John Hofstad, Interim County Administrator; and Greg Stewart, County Attorney. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S UPDATE Mr. Hofstad reported last week he and the county’s financial consultant, Mark Galvin with First Southwest, participated in two conference calls relative to the tax revenue bonds and were encouraged to learn the county may receive an upgraded bond rating. Confirmation of the possible upgrade should be received later this week. He advised the telephone calls were with Standard & Poors and with Fitch. Mr. Hofstad stated he had also received a request from the Sheriff's Office for the donation of two surplus transit buses. He noted Board policy does give him the authority to make that decision and he is inclined to grant the request. He pointed out, however, that at the last meeting the Board authorized 10 to 12 buses be sent to auction and two of those vehicles need to be eliminated from the surplus property list. Mr. Windes asked if the request is for two or three buses. Mr. Hofstad replied the Sheriff has requested two and another agency has requested one of the buses. He stated the second requestor is not a governmental agency and the request requires additional research. Mr. Hofstad also noted there are restrictions regarding transfer/disposal of transit buses relative to value of the vehicle and eligible agencies. Mr. Boyles made motion, seconded by Mr. Amunds, to authorize staff to take two buses previously designated as surplus property for auction and transfer to the Sheriff's Office should it be appropriate to do so. 5 yeas. COMMISSIONER'S MINUTE Mr. Harris and Mr. Amunds had no comments. October 21, 2014 -1- Minute Book 72, Page 16 Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners Mr. Boyles stated as an update on the chick learned chickens are prohibited in the rura em sega, they have 2 residential zones. Mr. Parisot referred to the "Bellinger issues” and gtated there appears to be two outstanding issues: the dollar-per-year lease for the Destin Visitor's Center and purchase of the houge through the Lewis Company. He said ib ig his understanding the Statute of limitations will be up in 2015 and asked for the County Attorney to respend at the next meeting. Mr. Harris posed questions about iitigahion on these items. Mr. Stewart replied Litigation has not been started on these two issues and ik is his intemtion to bring the items te the Beard in the next couple of meetings. PUBLIC COMMENTS RELATING TO CURRENT AGENDA None , VISITORS ~ PRESENTATION OF RED RIBRON WHER PROCLAMATION Mr. Windes read a proclamation designating October 223-31 as ed Ribbon Week. He stated the Emerald Coast Young Marines focus on teaching youth to live a drug-free lifestyle and teach ideals such as leadership, teamwork and discipline. Three members of the Emerald Coast Young Marines came forward. Corporal Norman spoke on what Young Marines believe in, Gunnery Sgt. Glove told of Enrique Camarena’s work as a Druq Enforcement Administration Special Agent, and Private Edmond asked for support of Red Ribbon Week by encouraging everyone to wear red ribbons. Mr. Windes presented the proclamation to the Young Marines and photos were taken. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL Mr. Fariset requested [tem #14 be pulled for discussion. Mr. Pariset made motion, seconded by Mr. Amunds, to approve Thems #1 through #13 and #15 through #21. lL. Pinance: Budadet Resolutions and Transfers (a) Resclution amending FY 2014 Budget, Law Enforcement Trust Fund (confiscated property proceeds} RESOLUTION NO. 14-186 (BA #157} wed October 21, 2074 ~2- Minute Book 72, Page i Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners (b) Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, Additional Court Cost Special Revenue Fund (miscellaneous revenue) RESOLUTION NO. 14-187 (BA #158) (c) Resolution amending FY 2014 Budget, Airport Enterprise Fund (FDOT grant for entrance road to Bob Sikes Airport) RESOLUTION NO. 14-188 (BA #159) (ad) Budget Transfer: Airport Enterprise Fund; local match for FDOT grant for entrance road to Bob Sikes Airport; BT-14-57 (e) Budget Transfer: General Fund; funding to Facilities Maintenance Department for janitorial supplies to clean Health Department buildings; BT-15-1 2. Resolution authorizing Surety Land Title to prepare quitclaim deed for successful bidder converting his Okaloosa Island leasehold interest to fee simple title (Peter Tufaro) RESOLUTION NO. 14-189 3. County Administration: Link to warrants, www.clerkofcourts.cc/bccfinance 4. BCC Records: Minutes of August 19, 2014 Regular Meeting; September 2, 2014 Regular Meeting; and September 4, 2014 Tentative Budget Hearing 5. Facilities Maintenance: Contract renewal with ESSI for generator maintenance 6. Growth Management: Appointment of Michael B. Dean to Construction Competency Board for three-year term 7. Growth Management: Appointment of Fay Seketa to Code Enforcement Board for three-year term 8. County Administration: Proclamation designating November as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month 9. Public Safety: Final payment to Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center in the amount of $1,663.74 10. Public Safety: Payment of Archonix Invoice #AXINV000164 in the amount of $4,500 11. Purchasing: Lease renewal with Tommy Mattonie’s Po-Boys & Floribbean Tacos, LLC 12. Purchasing: Reject bids for Compressed Natural Gas Roll- off Truck and rebid for conventional roll-off truck 13. Public Works: Authorize advertising for public hearing to consider request of Steven R. Bennett to vacate a portion of Second Avenue in Townsite of Port Dixie on November 18, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. 15. Public Works: Approve and record utility easement to Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative to install electric service to the south side of the Woodlands Park property October 21, 2014 -3- Minute Book 72, Page 18 Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners 16. Public Works: Surplus property disposal; approval of Real Estate Transfer Agreement and Quitclaim Deed to Barry Gray for “unrecognized right-of-way” adjacent to Poplar and Elaine Avenues in Fort Walton Beach 17. Human Resources: Final payment to Symetra for life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance in the amount of $25,454.80 18. TDD: Peter Mayer Task Order #113, authorization for Purchasing Manager to sign sole source form 19. TDD: Peter Mayer Task Order #79, authorization for Purchasing Manager to sign sole source form 20. Water & Sewer: Constantine Task Order 3 Revision 1, adding $5,852.95 to current task order amount (Sunshine State One- Call of Florida) 21. Water & Sewer: Final payment to Bill Smith Electric Inc. in the amount of $39,466.20 (Invoice #2 Final) on contract C14-2145-wS for rehabilitation of electric manholes at the Russell Stephenson WRF 5 yeas. 14. Public Works: Request to set public hearing for PJ Adams Parkway Tax Increment Financing Ordinance Mr. Parisot said he understands the primary purpose of Item #14 is to set a public hearing to consider adoption of an ordinance creating a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) area to provide funding for various improvements to PJ Adams Parkway. However, he Stated the draft ordinance is different than in previous discussions. Mr. Parisot pointed out the proposed ordinance takes significant ad valorem tax dollars and applies them to the TIF. He explained that originally the TIF was for development of properties after adoption of the ordinance but now it includes any increase in the value of properties within the TIF area. Mr. Parisot felt a better option to support the TIF for the PJ Adams Parkway project is allocation of one cent of the three- cent Local Option Gas Tax (LOGT). He estimated that revenue at $300,000. Mr. Parisot added it would not require a public hearing and it would be a bondable source of funding. He also expressed concern about a split between North County and South County. Mr. Harris stated he has spoken with TIF supporters and they might be amenable to Mr. Parisot’s suggestion. He said he is of October 21, 2014 -4- Minute Book 72, Page 19 Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners the mindset the gas tax would be more fair, advising he is opposed to placing the burden on property owners. Mr. Amunds asked Mr. Stewart if a public hearing is required if the Board chooses the use of gas tax as a funding source. He said he would also like to know what projects the Public Works Department has already planned using gas tax revenue. Mr. Harris said his intent is not to take one cent of the current gas tax levy but to have an additional one cent. Mr. Parisot said he could go with either option on use of the gas tax but it will still take three votes. Mr. Stewart advised that it will take four votes, saying a super majority is required. Mr. Parisot stated if one cent of the current three-cent LOGT is used, the Public Works Department would have to go back and look at its Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). Mr. Boyles commented that he appreciates this dialogue because it is an important project and has ramifications for the entire county. He said the debate on the dedicated funding stream is a good thing. Mr. Boyles added the project is not an option because the roadway is failing, not only in condition but in capacity. He stated that he does not support levying any additional gas taxes and it would be difficult to use a portion of the existing LOGT because of existing CIP. Mr. Boyles advised that he does support development of the TIF district and use of existing ad valorem taxes. With regard to the agenda request, Mr. Boyles stated it is only a placeholder. He said the menu of options can be discussed at the public hearing. Mr. Boyles asked for everyone to keep an open mind and not make a decision now. Mr. Boyles made motion, seconded by Mr. Parisot, to approve the agenda item as written-set a public hearing for November 4, 2014 to consider an ordinance creating the North Okaloosa TIF Area and to direct staff to place the required advertisement for the meeting. Again, Mr. Parisot said he wants to make everyone aware about the difference in the draft ordinance and the original discussions. Mr. Stewart stated the methodology has changed because as originally proposed it proved to be overly complicated and could not be administered. He said this draft provides maximum flexibility. Mr. Harris stated he agrees with the method and agrees with Mr. Boyles about looking at other October 21, 2014 -5- Minute Book 72, Page 20 Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners options but he disagrees with Mr. Boyles’ perspective on use of the gas tax. Mr. Parisot stated the agenda request is for a public hearing on the draft ordinance attached to the agenda. Mr. Windes asked Mr. Boyles if he would consider amending his motion to allow flexibility. Mr. Boyles rephrased his motion: To approve setting a public hearing on November 4, 2014 to consider creation of a North Okaloosa TIF and placing the requisite public. notice. Consideration would include the ordinance and any subsequent variations proposed by staff and could be amended during the public hearing. Mr. Harris pointed out that is Election Day and asked if another date should be considered. Mr. Hofstad responded, saying part of the reason for going through this process and setting the hearing for November 4 is because Mike Chesser, who was instrumental in bringing the concept to the Board, wants to participate in the public hearing. Mr. Windes stated he would also like to participate. It was then pointed out that