Okaloosa County BOCC — May 4, 2013 — reading text

The reunion will be an important economic generator for the business entities in the county while providing an opportunity to more closely connect with our vital military communities. The reunion and the B-25B’s will surely have a positive impact on the branding, positioning and promotion of Okaloosa County as a destination rich in American heritage and history. The proposed funding would come from two sources. The first amount of $20,000 would come from the Tourist Development Trust Fund, fifth penny “reserve for contingencies” line item. The second amount of $5,000 would come from Northwest Regional Airport marketing funds. The total amount of $25,000 would be used to pay for the expense of the five B-25B aircraft to travel to and from the Destin Airport and perform scheduled fly-by activities. The Tourist Development Department, the Airports Department and special counsel are reviewing this request, and will be prepared to discuss it at the BCC meeting. Packet Pg. 41  7.2.a March 26, 2013 James D. Curry, County Administrator Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners 1804 Lewis Turner Boulevard, Suite 100 Attachment: Corcoran-BCC Visitor Request (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President) Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 Dear Mr. Curry: I respectfully request the opportunity to appear before the regularly scheduled meeting of the Okaloosa County Commissioners on April 2, 2013 at 08:30AM. My request is to be heard as a visitor to the County Commission on the subject of funding for the presence of five B-25B Mitchell aircraft at the Destin airport in support of the 71st Annual Doolittle Raider Reunion. The Doolittle Reunion and the presence of the B-25B aircraft are certain to have an immediate and lasting positive impact on Okaloosa County and its encompassing communities. The reunion will be an important economic generator for the business entities in the county while providing an opportunity to more closely connect with our vital military communities. The reunion and the B-25B’s will surely have a positive impact on the branding, positioning and promotion of Okaloosa County as a destination rich in American heritage and history. The reunion will solidify Okaloosa County as a prime destination for large scale military functions and reunion style activities. The proposed funding would come from two sources. The first amount of $20,000 would come from the Tourist Development Trust Fund, fifth penny “reserve for contingencies” line item. The second amount of $5,000 would come from Northwest Regional Airport marketing funds. The total amount of $25,000 would be used to pay for the expense of the five B-25B aircraft to travel to and from the Destin Airport and perform scheduled fly-by activities. If approved, I will appear in person at the April 2, 2013 County Commission meeting to explain this request in full detail and answer any questions the board may have. Thank you in advance for you gracious consideration of this request. I will look forward to your response. Sincerely, Ted Corcoran President/CEO Packet Pg. 42  7.2.b Packet Pg. 43 Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)  7.2.b Background Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)  To date, there are only 26 airworthy B-25’s remaining in the world – of those, 24 are still flying in the US! Five of those remaining 24 have committed to attending this reunion They are to be hosted at the Destin Airport for public viewing and will be available to provide paid flights. Packet Pg. 44  B-25 Special 7.2.b Promotional Opportunity Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)  • The five B-25’s in attendance: – Killer B, Douglas, GA – Panchito, Georgetown, DE – Special Delivery, Galveston, TX (Official plane of the Doolittle Raiders Assoc.) – Georgie’s Gal, Port Clinton, OH – Yellow Rose, San Marcos, TX Packet Pg. 45  B-25 Special 7.2.b Promotion Opportunity Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)   The Doolittle Raider reunion – and the presence of the B-25’s – is generating great interest and travel from all over the US and from around the world.  The presence of the B-25’s is a unique tie-in with the Doolittle Raiders. The aircraft will draw attention to our beautiful Emerald Coast and showcase it to an entirely new audience that might otherwise miss out.  With the County’s continued emphasis on finding meaningful and appealing ways to highlight our rich history, this is a tangible and exciting demonstration of Okaloosa County’s contributions to U.S. history.Packet Pg. 46  B-25 Special 7.2.b Promotion Opportunity Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)   The B-25B aircraft will be participating in two flying demonstrations in addition to the ongoing presence at the Destin Airport. These flying demonstrations will be open to the public and free of any charge.  These fly-over and fly-by demonstrations will be unique and exciting experiences that will draw many locals and new visitors to our shoreline to enjoy the planes AND showcase our magnificent beaches. Packet Pg. 47  B-25 Special 7.2.b Promotion Opportunity Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)  The B-25’s will participate in the “Thirty Seconds Over the Emerald Coast” flyover on Friday, April 19. The prime viewing area for the flyover will be the Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, spectators will most certainly shop, dine, and patronize local businesses before and after this exciting once in a lifetime demonstration of American aviation heritage. Packet Pg. 48  B-25 Special 7.2.b Promotion Opportunity Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)  The B-25’s will also perform a flyover during the “Parade of Heroes” on Saturday, April 20. This will be our community’s salute to all of our Armed Forces - past, present and future. The flyover of the B-25’s will add that special Okaloosa County touch to the parade. Packet Pg. 49  Request for One Time 7.2.b Special Promotion Funding Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)   Request a Total of $25,000 to fund B-25 participation  $20,000 to come from Tourist Development Tax 5th penny. Unencumbered funds available in 5th penny reserves for contingencies line item total $561,566 (Department 1151/Account 599090, as of April 2, 2013)  $5,000 from NWF Regional Airport VPS Marketing Funds Packet Pg. 50  Request for One Time 7.2.b Special Promotion Funding Attachment: B-25 Presentation (1552 : Visitor - Greater FWB Chamber President)  Assistance with funding of the five B-25B aircraft and their appearances will greatly improve the FWB Chamber of Commerce's ability provide all other activities associated with hosting the Doolittle Raider Reunion while ensuring that the reunion remains a World Class showcase of Okaloosa County and it’s outstanding communities. Packet Pg. 51  7.3 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA REQUEST DATE: April 2, 2013 TO: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Board FROM: Kay Rasmussen, Interim President, Economic Development Council SUBJECT: Visitor EDC - Request for Public Hearing for Tax Abatement Program The Economic Development Council of Okaloosa County requests approval to schedule a public hearing on April 16 for comment and consideration of providing an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Project Talking Parents. Project Talking Parents is a business located in Fort Walton Beach. The project has been coded to protect confidentiality pursuant to Florida Statute 288.075. However, the EDC expects the company to be present at the public hearing and the company name will be announced at that time. The ED Ad Valorem Tax Exemption will provide the 20% required local financial support match for the Qualified Target Industry Tax Refund program administered by the state. If the BCC approves scheduling a public hearing, the EDC will have the proposed resolution reflecting the Ad Valorem Tax Exemption year-to-year values based on assessments conducted by the Property Appraiser’s office available for review and approval. Additionally, the EDC will supply a proposed ordinance for adoption. Packet Pg. 52  7.3.a MEMO Attachment: EDC Request for Public Hearing (1560 : Visitor EDC - Request for Public Hearing for Tax Abatement Program) Date: March 27, 2013 To: Jim Curry, Okaloosa County Administrator From: Kay Rasmussen, Interim President Subject: Request agenda placement at the April 2, 2013 BCC meeting for consideration of an Economic Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Project Talking Parents. Request for public hearing at April 16, 2013 BCC meeting. Project Talking Parents Return on Investment: þ Current jobs: 30 þ End employment (dependent on approval of this incentive): 50 o Retention: 10 o New jobs: 20 þ Average Wage: $56,500; 159% of the Okaloosa Average Wage þ Capital Investment: $1,400,000 þ Retention and Expansion of a company that has been in the county for 12 years þ Industry Diversification County Incentive Requested: Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Program