Okaloosa County BOCC — February 3, 2015 — Dec. 17, 2014 minutes

December 16, 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; Carolyn Ketchel; and Trey Goodwin. Also present were J. D. Peacock II, Clerk of Courts Ad Interim; John Hofstad, County Administrator; Greg Stewart, County Attorney; and Gary Stanford, Finance Director. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR’S UPDATE Mr. Hofstad stated that after the first of the year staff will bring an update regarding the Crestview Courthouse project. He said the aging building has many problems, noting the boiler was recently repaired at a cost of $4,000 and the air conditioner repalr costs during the summer were $7,000. Mr. Hofstad stated there is a plan going forward and the Board will be asked for discussion and direction. COMMISSIONER’'S MINUTE Mr. Harris wished residents “Merry Christmas,” “Happy Hanukkah,"” and “Happy Kwanzaa.” Mr. Goodwin also wished everyone a “Happy Holidays” and a "“Merry Christmas.” Mr. Boyles stated he has nothing at this time. Mrs. Ketchel referred to a letter she received from Representative Matt Gaetz, saying she believes Representative Gaetz could help bring Okaloosa County 8 to 10 figures for some of its legislative priorities. She said during the discussion later in the meeting on the priorities 1list, we should give attention to infrastructure needs, reimbursement from the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) and unlicensed contractors. Mr. Windes stated he has nothing. PUBLIC COMMENTS RELATING TO CURRENT AGENDA None. December 16, 2014 -1- Minute Book 72, Page 72 Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners VISITOR - NICK CHUBB, LEAGUE OF CITIES, DISCUSS POSSIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A COUNTY-CITY STAFF WORK GROUP Mr. ©Nick ¢Chubb, Cinco Bayou Town Councilman, stated he is present tonight representing the Okaloosa League of Cities (League) . He said the League would really like to look for a collaborative effort with a task force to address major strategic issues. Mr. Chubb 1listed three issues for consideration: transportation, stormwater, and the homeless. He stated this is a formal request for the county and cities to establish a quarterly meeting to address important issues in an open forum. Mr. Boyles stated he had the opportunity to meet with the League of Cities and said he is supportive of this initiative. Mr. Boyles made motion, seconded by Mr. Harris, to direct the County Administrator to work with the League and return to the Board with a suggested format and venue to establish a standing group. Mr. Harris asked Mr. Boyles if this would include a liaison to the League. Mr. Boyles replied that he is finalizing liaison commissioner assignments for the coming year. He added that he believes the task force would be at a staff level with a designated liaison. G5 yeas. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL Mr. Goodwin requested Item #11 be pulled for discussion. Mr. Boyles made motion, seconded by Mr. Harris, to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Item #11: 1. Airports: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Amendment /Modification #P90002 de-obligating unspent funding for Northwest Florida Regional Airport’s baggage handling and inspection system 2. Airports: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Amendment /Modification #PS0008 de-obligating unspent funding for Airport Law Enforcement Officer support agreement 3. Airports: Lease renewal for Air Methods Corporation at the Bob Sikes Airport for medevac helicopter service 4. Ailrports: Lease renewal for Timberview Helicopters to continue sightseeing operation from Destin Airport 5. Finance: Budget Resolutions: (a) Resolution amending FY 2015 Budget, General Fund (appropriations from Florida Department of Agriculture December 16, 2014 -2- Minute Book 72, Page 73 Okaloosa County Board of Cou