Okaloosa County BOCC — February 18, 2014 — Action Item Printout

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA REQUEST DATE: February 18, 2014 TO: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Board FROM: Ed Schroeder SUBJECT: Interlocal Agreement for Beach Rescue and Transport Services DEPARTMENT: Tourist Development Department BCC DISTRICT: STATEMENT OF ISSUE: Request approval of an interlocal agreement with the Okaloosa Island Fire District in conjunction with funding half the purchase of a beach rescue truck. BACKGROUND: Enhancing the safety of beaches is an essential component of promoting the sub-county taxing district as a tourist destination, and the provision of beach rescue and transport services will promote safety and encourage enjoyment of the beaches. The interlocal agreement provides for a one-time payment of $24,726.17 to the fire district for the provision of beach rescue and transport services. There is no continuing obligation by the County to provide such funds in the future. The funds shall be used to pay for half the cost of purchasing a beach rescue vehicle, which will enhance the effectiveness of the services provided by the District and shall be the property of the District upon purchase. The Tourist Development Council recommended approval of the interlocal agreement at its December 12, 2013 meeting. The Okaloosa Island Fire District approved the interlocal agreement at its January 15, 2014 meeting. OPTIONS: Approve or Disapprove RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Interlocal Agreement for Beach Rescue and Transport Services and one-time payment of $24,726.17 to fund half the cost of a beach rescue vehicle. RECOMMENDED BY: APPROVED BY: Ernie Padgett, County Administrator