Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting – 1 May 2008
Governmental Complex – First Floor
Call to order at 5:33 p.m.
All Commissioners were present.
Commissioners’ Forum
“I would like to recognize Marlin Dennis,” Commissioner Kevin White said. “It is her birthday.”
“:I would like to tell the people out there that we are addressing some things that happened out on Santa Rosa Island this weekend,” Commissioner Grover Robinson said. “We are making sure that everyone is welcome on the beach.”
Proclamations/Special Recognition.
Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning
Proclamations/Special Recognition:
A. Take the following action concerning adoption/ratification of the following three
Proclamations:
(1) Adopt the Proclamation proclaiming May 2008 as “National Bicycle Month†in
Escambia County;
(2) Adopt the Proclamation proclaiming May 18-24, 2008, as “Emergency Medical Services Week” in Escambia County; and
(3) Ratify the Proclamation, dated April 16, 2008, recognizing ACS Government
Healthcare Solutions’ Dental Outreach Initiative, which offers education
seminars and free dental screenings to at-risk children, and commending them
for their outstanding achievement in community service;
B. Recognize, and present an Adopt a Spot sign to, Fraternal Order of Eagles:
Aerie 3483 for their efforts in making Escambia County a better place to live; and
C. Recognize and commend the Veterinarians, Sandy Uarich, DVM, and Cliff Owen, DVM, for their tremendous support and exceptional community service in the medical care of the 53 animals seized during the raid on April 16, 2008.
Employee of the Month Proclamations/Retirement Proclamations.
Recommendation: That the Board adopt the following three Proclamations:
A. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Rita A. Chapman, Department of
Community Corrections, on her retirement after 35 years of service;
B. The Proclamation commending and congratulating James W. Miller, Facilities
Management Department, on his retirement after 25 years of service; and
C. The Proclamation commending and congratulating Allen R. Travis, Department of Community Corrections, on his retirement after 22 years of service.
Written Communication
Undated communication from Stephen M. Davidson, who wishes to address the Board regarding the County Budget and ways to streamline government.
Davidson did not attend the meeting and did not speak.
10. 5:32 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending The Barrancas Redevelopment Area Trust Fund Ordinance.
Recommendation: That the Board, at the 5:32 p.m. Public Hearing, adopt an Ordinance amending “The Barrancas Redevelopment (Area) Trust Fund Ordinance,” Number 2002-41, allowing for a 75 percent allocation of revenue for community redevelopment projects in the Barrancas Tax Increment Financing District.
This was approved unanimously.
11. 5:33 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending The Brownsville Neighborhood Redevelopment Trust Fund Ordinance.
Recommendation: That the Board, at the 5:33 p.m. Public Hearing, adopt an Ordinance amending “The Brownsville Neighborhood Redevelopment Trust Fund Ordinance,” Number 2007-31, allowing for a 75 percent allocation of revenue for community redevelopment projects in the Brownsville Tax Increment Financing District.
This was approved unanimously.
12. 5:34 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending The Englewood Redevelopment Trust Fund Ordinance.
Recommendation: That the Board, at the 5:34 p.m. Public Hearing, adopt an Ordinance amending “The Englewood Redevelopment Trust Fund Ordinance,” Number 2000-25, allowing for a 75 percent allocation of revenue for community redevelopment projects in the Englewood Tax Increment Financing District.
This was passed unanimously.
13. 5:35 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending The Palafox Redevelopment Trust Fund Ordinance.
Recommendation: That the Board, at the 5:35 p.m. Public Hearing, adopt an Ordinance amending “The Palafox Redevelopment Trust Fund Ordinance,” Number 2003-56, allowing for a 75 percent allocation of revenue for community redevelopment projects in the Palafox Tax Increment Financing District.
This was passed unanimously.
14. 5:36 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance amending the Warrington Redevelopment (Area) Trust Fund Ordinance.
Recommendation: That the Board, at the 5:36 p.m. Public Hearing, adopt an Ordinance amending the “Warrington Redevelopment (Area) Trust Fund Ordinance,” Number 2002-15, allowing for a 75 percent allocation of revenue for community redevelopment projects in the Warrington Tax Increment Financing District.
This was passed unanimously.
15. 5:37 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Grant Application for FTA Section 5307 funding for Planning and Capital Assistance for Mass Transit Projects.
Recommendation: That the Board take the following action concerning Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Grant Application for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5307 funding for Planning and Capital Assistance for Mass Transit Projects for Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT):
A. Ratify the scheduling and advertising of a Public Hearing for 5:37 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2008, for the purpose of receiving comments from the general public concerning the Escambia County Fiscal Year 2008-2009 Section 5307 Grant Application for $2,921,765 in Federal assistance for Mass Transit Projects;
B. After receipt of comments at the Public Hearing, approve, or amend and approve, the Escambia County Fiscal Year 2008-2009 Section 5307 Grant Application for $2,921,765 in Federal assistance for Mass Transit Projects;
C. Adopt the Resolution authorizing the Chairman or County Administrator to sign and file all appropriate documents for application, execution, and receipt of Federal funds from the FTA; and
D. Authorize the ECAT General Manager to file the Grant Application and Grant Award Execution via the Federal Transportation Electronic Award and Management System, using the authorized Passwords for the Chairman and County Attorney, where necessary.
This was passed unanimously with a revision to the original agenda showing this to apply to fiscal year 2007-2008.
5:38 p.m. Public Hearing for consideration of adopting an Ordinance establishing an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for International Paper Company.
Recommendation: That the Board, at the 5:38 p.m. Public Hearing, adopt an Ordinance establishing an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for International Paper Company, for 100%, for 10 years, for their new lightweight containerboard business.
“International paper has only a temporary permit,” said resident Andrew Bluer. “It is going to be $1.6 million in revenue if we approve this. Where are we going to get funds to replace this. International Paper isn’t covering our backs by improving the quality of Eleven Mile Creek.”
“We are not giving away $1.6 million,” said Whitehead. “We are deferring what we will collect in future years.”
“International Paper is the second biggest tax paper in Escambia County behind Gulf Power,” said Robert Manual. “We believe very strongly that International Paper should be considered for this. This year I.P will pay 42 percent more in taxes than last year even with the deferment.”
This was passed unanimously.
Committee of the Whole Recommendation.
Recommendation: The Committee of the Whole (C/W), at the April 22, 2008, Special C/W Budget Workshop, recommends that the Board authorize staff to respond to a Request for Proposals to be advertised by Workforce Escarosa, Inc., for the Board to become the “Employer of Record” for 31 grant-funded positions, for direct oversight of the Workforce Investment Act Universal and Intensive Services and the Welfare Transition Case Management Services Programs and, if necessary, bring forth a recommendation to the Board for ratification.
This was passed unanimously.
Reports:
Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
Recommendation Concerning Acceptance of Reports
Recommendation: That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, the
following three Reports prepared by the Clerk & Comptroller’s Finance Department:
A. Payroll Expenditures for Pay Date April 18, 2008, in the amount of $2,219,114.10;
B. The following two Disbursement of Funds:
(1) April 10, 2008, to April 16, 2008, in the amount of $4,406,699.04; and
(2) April 17, 2008, to April 23, 2008, in the amount of $9,366,488.81.
2. Recommendation Concerning EMS Accounts Receivable Write-Off
Recommendation: That the Board adopt the Resolution authorizing the write-off of $963,924.03 in receivables that have been recorded in the Emergency Medical
Services (EMS) Fund of the County and have been determined to be uncollectible bad debts.
3. Recommendation Concerning Agreement for Child Support Enforcement
Recommendation: That the Board approve renewal of the State of Florida, Department of Revenue, Standard Contract, Contract Number: CSP17, covering service of process by the Sheriff in Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Cases, for the period July 1, 2008, through June 30, 2011, to pay the contracted services.
Recommendation Concerning Budget Analyses
Recommendation: That the Board accept, for filing with the Board’s Minutes, Budget
Analyses for the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2007-2008:
A. Expenditure Budget Analysis (Budget to Actual) as of March 31, 2008;
B. Revenue Budget Analysis (Budget to Actual) as of March 31, 2008; and
C. Profit and Loss Statements for the following four Enterprise Funds:
(1) Solid Waste Fund
(2) Inspections Fund
(3) Emergency Medical Service Fund
(4) Civic Center Fund
All of the recommendations were passed unanimously.
County Administrator
1. Recommendation Concerning the Requests for Disposition of Surplus Equipment – Jean A. Kassab, CGFM, Administrative Services Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve the Requests for Disposition of surplus equipment to be sold as surplus or appropriately disposed of, all of which are described on three Requests, as provided by various County
Departments for the reasons stated on each, the value of which is estimated at under $5,000.
2. Recommendation Concerning Resolution Conveying Real Property to PEDC for the Technology Park – Jean A. Kassab, CGFM, Administrative Services Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning a
Resolution authorizing the conveyance of real property to the Pensacola-
Escambia Promotion and Development Commission (PEDC):
A. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the conveyance of real property to the
PEDC for the Technology Park located at the corner of Chase and Ninth
Avenue; and
B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolution, the Deed and all necessary documents.
3. Recommendation Concerning Extension Council Appointment – Pamela H. Allen, Extension Service Interim Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning the appointment of Russell Hendrix, replacing William Jacobi on the Escambia County Extension Council for Mr. Jacobi’s remaining term of service, effective May 1, 2008, through November 30, 2008:
A. Appoint the following individual:
4 Russell Hendrix, 1299 Bet Raines Road, Molino, Florida 32577
B. Request that the County Administrator’s Office provide a letter of
appointment to Russell Hendrix and a letter of appreciation to William
Jacobi.
“I need to disclose that Hendrix is my aid’s husband,” said Commissioner Kevin White.
4. Recommendation Concerning a Memorandum of Understanding – Escambia County 4-H Foundation for Langley Bell 4-H Center Maintenance Worker Position – Pamela H. Allen, Extension Service Interim Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Escambia County Board of
County Commissioners and the Escambia County 4-H Foundation, Inc.:
A. Approve an MOU that will provide for the Escambia County 4-H Foundation,
Inc., to fund an additional nine hours per week for the maintenance worker
(caretaker) position at the Langley Bell 4-H Center, effective May 5, 2008,
through September 30, 2008; and
B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the MOU.
5. Recommendation Concerning Street Name Approval – Saunders Lane – T. Lloyd Kerr, AICP, Planning and Engineering Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve the street name “Saunders Laneâ€
for an un-named private road that runs north off the 600 Block of Highway 196
and 650 feet east of Molino Meadows Road.
6. Recommendation Concerning Employee Benefits – Housing Finance Authority Employees – Ron Sorrells, Human Resources Manager
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board authorize participation in Employment
Benefits (Dental, Life, Long Term Disability, Section 125 [Cafeteria Plan] and
Vision) for Escambia County Health Facilities employees effective May 1, 2008.
7. Recommendation Concerning Appointment to Marine Advisory Committee – Robert R. McLaughlin, County Administrator
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board confirm the County Administrator’s
appointment of Captain Ed Fish, to the Marine Advisory Committee, replacing
Captain Paul Redman. This will be a term of four years effective May 1, 2008,
through April 30, 2012, or at the discretion of the County Administrator.
8. Recommendation Concerning Reappointment to Citizens’ Environmental
Committee – Robert R. McLaughlin, County Administrator
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board confirm the reappointment of Charles
“Clay†Miller, as the County Administrator’s appointee for the Citizens’
Environmental Committee. This will be a term of one year, effective May 1, 2008,
through April 30, 2009, or at the discretion of the County Administrator.
9. Recommendation Concerning Resolution – Florida Forever Funds – Keith Wilkins, NESD Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board ratify the Chairman’s signature on
Resolution R2008-69 in support of urging the 2008 Florida Legislature to enact
legislation to create and fund a successor program to the Florida Forever
Program and to immediately double the funding for Florida Forever.
10. Recommendation Concerning Certificate of Need – Baldwin Container Company, LLC – Sandra P. Jennings, E.I., DSWM Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning a
Certificate of Need for Baldwin Container Company, LLC:
A. Approve a Certificate of Need Application permitting the above named
company to operate in Escambia County; and
B. Authorize the Chairman to sign the Certificate.
11. Recommendation Concerning Michigan Avenue/Saufley Field Road Pedestrian Sidewalks – Larry Newsom, Transportation and Traffic Operations Manager
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action regarding
Michigan Avenue/Saufley Field Road pedestrian sidewalks:
A. Approve re-submittal of an Application for a Transportation Enhancement
Program for pedestrian sidewalks on Michigan Avenue/Saufley Field Road
(State Road 296/County Road 296), from Denver Avenue to N.A.S. Saufley
Field, on Saufley Field Road, for a total of 1.87 miles; and
B. Adopt and authorize the Chairman to sign a Resolution in support of an
Application for transportation enhancement funding for pedestrian
sidewalks on Michigan Avenue/Saufley Field Road.
12. Recommendation Concerning Gulf Beach Highway (CR 292A) Paved Shoulders – Larry Newsom, Transportation and Traffic Operations Manager
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning Gulf
Beach Highway (CR 292A) Paved Shoulders:
A. Approve re-submittal of an Application for Transportation Enhancement
Projects for paved shoulders along Gulf Beach Highway (CR 292A),
between Bauer Road and Innerarity Point Road; and
B. Adopt a Resolution in support of an Application for transportation
enhancement funding for paved shoulders along Gulf Beach Highway (CR
292A).
13. Recommendation Concerning the Indigent Burial Policy – Marilyn Wesley, Community Services Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning the
Indigent Burial Policy:
A. Approve the revised Indigent Burial Program Policy, Section I – E.4,
amending the type of services provided, with cremation being the primary
service;
B. Approve the revised fee schedule for payments; and
C. Adopt the Resolution for the disposition of dead bodies under Chapter 406,
Florida Statutes, designating responsibility, and establishing policy and
procedures to fulfill the responsibility.
“I guess this was put on the back shelf for a while, but I guess we fond a pot of gold, so we are going to spend close to $1.5 million to tear out the second floor,” Bluer said. “If we are in a budget crunch, why are we spending this money?”
All recommendations were passed unanimously.
Budget/Finance Consent Agenda
1. Recommendation Concerning the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program 2008 – Derek Whidden, Grants Coordinator, ECSO
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning the
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program 2008:
A. Approve the electronic submission of a Grant Application entitled,
â€Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program 2008â€,
made in the name of Escambia County, Florida;
B. Schedule a public hearing for May 15, 2008, at 5:31 p.m., for the purpose of
receiving public input on the proposed use of Grant funds; and
C. Authorize the Sheriff of Escambia County, Florida, to act as the
Implementing Agency and Designee for the Chairman of the Board of
County Commissioners for the Grant Program to include the following:
1. Review and approve the online Grant Application;
2. Make the necessary Assurances and Certifications as to the
expenditure of funds under the Program; and
3. Sign or validate online any other program requirements as may be
required by the funding authority; and
D. Authorize the Chairman to sign or validate online any other program
requirements as may be required by the funding authority, relating to the
Chief Executive of the County.
2. Recommendation Concerning Supplemental Budget Amendment #208 – Jean A. Kassab, CGFM, Administrative Services Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board adopt the Resolution approving
Supplemental Budget Amendment #208, Internal Service Fund ( 501), in the
amount of $1,000,000, to recognize funds from fuel distribution charges and
appropriate these funds to cover fuel costs for the remainder of the Fiscal Year.
3. Recommendation Concerning Acquisition of Property Rights-of-Way and
Easements on Kingsfield Road and County Road 97 – Joy D. Blackmon, P.E., Assistant Director, County Engineer
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning the
acquisition of property for rights-of-way and easements on Kingsfield Road and
County Road 97:
A. Authorize Staff to negotiate and resolve any matters related to, or
associated with the acquisition of rights-of-way and easements concerning
drainage and roadway improvements for Kingsfield Road and County Road
97, gather information and conduct inspections as needed, to allow the
Board’s acceptance of the real property;
B. Authorize payment of documentary stamps because the property is being acquired for governmental use, which is for improvement and maintenance of the County drainage and road system, and the County benefits from the acquisition of these properties because these improvements will improve the quality of life for the citizens of Escambia County by providing a safe and efficient roadway and drainage system;
C. Authorize the payment of incidental expenditures associated with the
acquisition of these properties, which includes, but is not limited to, title
searches, legal document preparation fees and recording of documents;
and
D. Authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman to accept the Deeds or
Easements as of the day of delivery of the Deeds or Easements to the
Chairman or Vice Chairman, and authorize the Chairman or Vice Chairman
to acknowledge the Board’s acceptance at that time.
[Funding Source: Fund 351, Lost II, Account 210105/56301/56101, Project
05EN1515]
4. Recommendation Concerning Network Switch Purchase – Robert Jacobson, Information Resources Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve a purchase of eight network
switches from CDW Government, Inc., in the amount of $41,428, Florida State Contract Number 250-000-03-1, to upgrade the network infrastructure at the Public Safety Facility. [The funds are available in the current Budget, General Fund (001), Cost Center 270102, Object Code 56401]
5. Recommendation Concerning Pest and Rodent Control Services – Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Department Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board award a three-year, fixed-price Contract for “Pest and Rodent Control Servicesâ€, PD 07-08.056, to Knox Pest Control, in
accordance with the terms and conditions of the solicitation, in an estimated
yearly amount of $23,842, with funding available from various Funds and Cost
Centers.
6. Recommendation Concerning Purchase of a Wheel Loader for the Solid Waste Department – Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Department Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board authorize the County to piggyback off of the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) Contract IFB #100907, in accordance with the Escambia County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-44, Applications; Exemption; and Section 46-64, Board Approval, and award a
Purchase Order to Thompson Tractor Company, Inc., for one Caterpillar 950H
wheel loader, in the total amount of $229,853, for Solid Waste Management. The
wheel loader will be a replacement unit for property #47819. [Funding is available
from Fund 401 (Solid Waste Fund), Cost Center 230314]
7. Recommendation Concerning Tree Trimming and Removal Contract – Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Department Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board cancel the Contract for “Tree Trimming and Removalâ€, PD 06-07.046, awarded by the Board on May 24, 2007, for the
convenience of the government.
8. Recommendation Concerning Task Order for Brownfields Services – Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Department Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board rescind its action of July 19, 2007, awarding a Task-Order-based continuing Contract to Gallet & Associates Gulf Coast, Inc., per PD 06-07.038, Brownfields Services, on a “Maximum Ceiling†basis fee schedule as follows:
Maximum Overhead – 168%
Maximum Profit – 12%
Maximum FCCM – 1.50%
Maximum Multiplier – 301.66% (providing no single item above is exceeded)
Existing Hourly Rates for each firm (based on an audited or auditable financial
package)
9. Recommendation Concerning Brownfields Services – Claudia Simmons,
Purchasing Department Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning
Brownfields Services:
A. Award a Task-Order-based continuing Contract to Enercon Services, Inc.,
per PD 06-07.038, Brownfields Services, on a “Maximum Ceiling†basis fee
schedule as follows:
Maximum Overhead – 168%
Maximum Profit – 12%
Maximum FCCM – 1.50%
Maximum Multiplier – 301.66% (providing no single item above is
exceeded)
Existing Hourly Rates for each firm (based on an audited or auditable
financial package); and
B. Authorize the department(s), in conjunction with the Office of Purchasing,
to negotiate Task Orders according to Florida Statute 287.055
“Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation Act†(A&E Services), on a projectby-
project basis.
10. Recommendation Concerning Matt Langley Bell Building AHU-6 Modifications – Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Department Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board award a Construction Contract, PD 07-
08.053, Matt Langley Bell Building AHU-6 Modifications, to The McNorton
Mechanical Contractors, Inc., for the base bid amount of, $54,400. [Funding:
Fund 001, General Fund/Capital Improvements/Buildings, Cost Center 110264,
Object Code 56201, $54,400]
11. Recommendation Concerning Innerarity Point Road – Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Department Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning the
Innerarity Point Road Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU):
A. Approve the Selection/Negotiation Committee Ranking for the Innerarity
Point Road MSBU, PD 07-08.016:
1. PBS&J (Post, Buckley, Schuh, & Jernigan, Inc.);
2. Fabre Engineering, Inc., dba Fabre Engineering & Surveying; and
3. Geci & Associates, Inc.; and
B. Award a Task Order, Innerarity Point Road MSBU, PD 07-08.016, to PBS&J
(Post, Buckley, Schuh, & Jernigan, Inc.), in the amount of $85,057.85.
[Funding: Fund 177, “Innerarity Island Road Paving MSBU”, Account
140963/53101]
12. Recommendation Concerning Local Agency Program Agreement for Sidewalk Design Along Airway Drive – Larry Newsom, Transportation and Traffic Operations Manager
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board take the following action concerning a
Local Agency Program Agreement with the State of Florida Department of
Transportation, for funding (not-to-exceed $60,388) for a design for sidewalks
along Airway Drive between Nine Mile Road and Johnson Avenue:
A. Approve the State of Florida Department of Transportation, Local Agency
Program (LAP) Agreement, between the State of Florida Department of
Transportation and Escambia County, for a design for sidewalks along
Airway Drive between Nine Mile Road and Johnson Avenue, as part of the
Safe Routes to School Program in Escambia County;
B. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the execution of the LAP Agreement; and
C. Authorize the Chairman to sign the LAP Agreement and Resolution for this
Project.
13. Recommendation Concerning Design-Build Services for Restoration to the Old County Courthouse – Claudia Simmons, Purchasing Department Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve and authorize the County
Administrator to sign Amendment #2 to the Contract PD 06-07.045, Design-Build
Services for Restoration to the Old County Courthouse, with Greenhut
Construction Company, Inc., and Quina Grundhoefer Architects to provide for:
A. Section 3, Contract Amount is amended to read as follows:
In consideration of the faithful performance by Design-Build Firm of the
covenants in this Agreement to the full satisfaction and acceptance of
County, County agrees to pay, or cause to be paid, to Design-Build Firm in
accordance with the terms of this Agreement the following Guaranteed
Maximum Price (GMP) amount for the Project (herein “Contract
Amount”): $700,000.00 1,120,431.00;
B. Section 4, Design-Build Firm Fees, B, Construction Phase Fee is amended
to read as follows:
1. The Design-Build Firm’s compensation for services performed during the Construction Phase shall be a total fee of $To Be Negotiated $161,002; and
2. The Construction Phase Fee shall be paid in six monthly payments
of $To Be Negotiated $23,000.29 each and one final monthly payment
of $To Be Negotiated $23,000.26 at the conclusion of the Project;
C. Section 4, Design-Build Firm Fees, C, Overhead And Profit For the
Construction Phase is amended to read as follows:
For overhead, profit, and general expenses of any kind for services
provided during and related to the Construction Phase of the Project, the
fee shall be $To Be Negotiated $86,102.00 Overhead and $23,678.00 Profit,
and shall be paid proportionally to the ratio of the cost of the Work in place,
and less retainage as it bears on the latest estimate of the total
construction cost or to the GMP or to the County’s Construction Budget,
whichever is less; and
D. Section 6, Contract Time And Liquidated Damages is amended to read :
All passed unanimously.
Formal Bid Protest:
“The matter before you tonight, the decision must be based on what is before you,” County Attorney A. Rogers said. “Any motion needs to address accepting or rejecting all or some of the special masters’ order.”
“What the special master concluded was that the accepting the lowest bidder was wrong,” Rogers said. “The County Administrator recommends that you do not need FDOT certification to be qualified. He is recommending to cancel the bidding and rebid.”
A motion was made by Valentino to rebid the project. It was seconded.
The floor was opened to speakers before a vote.
“If you review the record, you’ll see that the testimony was undisputed,” said Robert Manual. “It is impossible for a non-DOT certified contractor to build a county road. It costs more upfront to build a county road to DOT standards. The lowest bidder on this project, Roads Inc., is not DOT certified. The lowest responsible bidder is Panhandle Grading & Paving.”
The motioned was passed 4 to 1 with Commissioner White voting in the negative.
County Attorney
1. ESCAMBIA COUNTY V. KEITH A. HETHINGTON
CASE NO. 2006-CA-1097
That the Board approve a final judgment being entered against Keith
Hethington for money damages in the amount of $20,026.75, as well as a
permanent injunction allowing Escambia County to enter the real property,
known as the Bankhead Road land clearing debris disposal facility, to
respond to active fires or other nuisances should the need arise.
This was passed unanimously.
A motion to make a resolution for Marty and Linda White at WXBM for their service to the community was recommended by White was passed unanimously.
A partial release for a parcel on 2950 Blue Angel Hwy. was passed unanimously.
Adjournment at 6:51.