Bay County public meetings in 2022
26 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Bay County Commission will vote on a $9.18 million CDBG-DR grant to build a new Fountain Community Center and Fire Station, approve a $2.15 million helicopter purchase from Volusia County, and consider a $2.4 million land purchase on Transmitter Road. The board will also hold public hearings on a zone change to commercial at 6840 Highway 77 and amendments to land development regulations.
- CDBG-DR grant of $9,181,311 for Fountain Community Center and Fire Station construction
- Purchase of 2007 Bell Helicopter Model 407 from Volusia County for $2,150,000
- Property purchase on Transmitter Road for $2,400,000
- Public hearing on zone change from R-2 to C-3 at 6840 Highway 77 in Southport
- Award of $4,000,000 contract for Philip Griffitts Sr. Parkway Phase III study and design
Regular Meeting
The Bay County Commission will consider approving a $900,000 grant agreement with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for artificial reef construction, terminating a contract with Disaster Response LLC for Steelfield Road Landfill debris removal, and revising utility installation and connection fees through a public hearing. Several consent items include janitorial service contracts, committee appointments, and a library code of conduct policy revision.
- $900,000 FWC grant for NRDA Phase II artificial reef construction in Gulf of Mexico
- Termination of Contract 22-32 with Disaster Response LLC for Steelfield Site debris removal
- Public hearing to revise Chapter 25 utility installation and connection fees
- Janitorial services contracts awarded to Underwood Service Enterprises DBA Pro Force for Government Center and State Attorney offices
- Final plat approval for Latitude at Watersound Area I Phase 4C
Regular Meeting
The Bay County Commission will vote on a consent agenda including a $258,650 contract for restroom facilities at the Bay County Skate Park, a $1.5 million lift station control panel replacement, and a $317,860 transit grant. Regular agenda items include approving an opioid settlement with Walmart, and public hearings on repealing two tax exemptions for closed businesses and on several land-use changes and rezonings.
- Opioid settlement agreement with Walmart, Inc. to be approved
- Contract award of $258,650 for restroom facilities at Bay County Skate Park
- Lift stations control panel replacement project for $1,548,365
- Repeal of tax exemptions for Air Temp of America and Clark & Sons due to business closures
- Multiple zone changes and comprehensive plan amendments at Ten Acre & East Ave N, Pine Log Rd., Bayou George Dr., and Michigan Ave. & 23rd Ct.
Regular Meeting
The Bay County Commission will vote on committing $340,000 in SHIP funding to the Enclave at Northshore rental development, approve a $77,000 land purchase for a lift station on Resota Beach Road, and consider transitioning to a self-funded health insurance plan for county employees. The board will also hold a public hearing on a certificate of need for ambulance services and on the FY23-24 Tourist Development Plan.
- $340,000 SHIP loan for Enclave at Northshore rental development
- $77,000 land purchase for lift station on Resota Beach Road
- Transition to self-funded health insurance through FSEBT
- Public hearing on Calhoun-Liberty County Hospital ambulance certificate
- Public hearing on FY23-24 Tourist Development Plan ordinance
Regular Meeting
The Bay County Commission will consider approving the Visit PCB Ironman triathlon route, multiple budget amendments for FY 2022 and 2023, and a settlement agreement with two construction companies. The board will also hold public hearings on six zoning and land-use changes, including a zone change to general commercial on Highway 77 and a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment.
- Ironman triathlon route authorization for Nov. 5, 2022, using county road rights-of-way
- Settlement agreement with Guyson Construction and Aloha Building Contracting for private provider litigation
- FY 2023 budget amendment increasing commissioner and sheriff compensation per state law
- Public hearing on zone change from R-1 to C-3 General Commercial on Highway 77
- Public hearing on zone change for three parcels on Joan Avenue from R-1 to R-3 (duplex/triplex/quadraplex)
Regular Meeting
The Bay County Board of County Commissioners will hold quasi-judicial hearings regarding emergency medical service certificates. The body is also considering budget amendments, procurement code changes, and a property tax exemption for Mocama Marine, LLC.
- Contract for Dewberry Engineers, Inc. for DuPont Bridge subaqueous water main design in the amount of $475,500.00
- Proposed 10 year real and personal property tax exemption for Mocama Marine, LLC (Project CAST)
- Public hearings for Amerimed Emergency Medical Services, LLC and HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital COPCN applications
- Proposed amendments to the Bay County Procurement Code
- Authorization for Madrid Engineering Group to provide design services for the Redwood Avenue drainage improvement project
Special Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the FY2023 budget. The meeting includes a request to authorize the Chairman to sign various mandatory county funding and public health services contracts for the period of October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2023.
- Mandatory County Funding & Public Health Services Contracts FY2023
- Bay Defense Alliance contract: $9,000
- Council on Aging-Elderly Care contract: $99,500
- Economic Development Alliance contract: $160,395
- Gulf Coast Children's Advocacy Center contract: $108,835
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several 10-year property tax exemptions for industrial projects and multiple zoning changes. The meeting also includes approvals for waste collection and utility modeling contracts.
- 10-year real and personal property tax exemptions for Project Ballistic, Project Blue Water, and Project Tachyon
- Wastewater Utility System Hydraulic Modeling Phase 2 task order for Barge Design Solutions, Inc. totaling $372,000.00
- Trash Collection Services contract award to Waste Pro of Florida, Inc.
- Zoning and Small-Scale amendments for 18844 Highway 231, 7402 Thomas Dr., and 1318 St. Andrews Blvd
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Fees & Fines Schedule
Special Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is considering the adoption of a tentative budget for FY 2023 totaling $465,511,943. The board is also reviewing tentative millage rates, which represent a 7.28% increase over the aggregate rolled-back rate.
- Proposed FY 2023 tentative budget of $465,511,943
- Proposed total millage rate of 6.0162 mills
- Proposed General Fund millage rate of 4.4362 mills
- Proposed Mosquito Control millage rate of 0.2000 mills
- Proposed Fire Protection Tax (M.S.T.U.) millage rate of 1.3800 mills
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several funding requests, including a budget amendment for FY 2022 and multiple special assessment rate resolutions. The body will also hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding the McKenzie Offloading Facility development order.
- Wire transfer of $21,257,762.50 to US Army Corps of Engineers for St. Andrews State Park beach restoration
- Purchase of 2325 E 11th Street for $195,000.00
- FY 2022 Budget Amendment including the release of $1,206,917.64 in unclaimed Bay County Public Health Unit liability
- SCOP Grant Agreement with FDOT for resurfacing CR 2297 from Allanton Rd to Airport St
- Public hearings for annual rate resolutions regarding Stormwater, Kings Point Dredging, and Property Abatement assessments
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will review financing and refinancing options for the Southport Sports Complex and the Bay County Courthouse. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a development order appeal and several grant and ownership transfers.
- Financing of new debt for Southport Sports Complex and refinancing of Courthouse debt via Truist Commercial Equity, Inc.
- Appeal hearing for Development Order 21-196 (McKenzie Offloading Facility)
- Modification increase of $1,363,693.00 for the Williams Bayou Pump Station HMGP Agreement
- Transfer of ownership for Andrews Place Apartments I & II to RFM-ESG
- Ratification of Hurricane Sally HMGP agreements from FEMA and the Florida Division of Emergency Management
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will review several infrastructure projects including Highway 98 improvements and water main installations. Discussions also include a grant for a substance abuse dormitory at the county jail and various utility service contracts.
- Sale of Parcels 103 and 802 to FDOT for Highway 98/30A multi-lane improvements
- Grant agreement for Bay County Jail Bed Expansion for Substance Abuse Program
- Contract award of $2,721,930.00 to Accurate Drilling Systems, Inc. for Hwy 231 water main installation
- Purchase order of $825,350.00 to Hydra Services, Inc. for Military Point AWT Facility blower equipment
- Negotiation of design services for the Bay County Subaqueous Water Main at DuPont Bridge
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and housing funds. The meeting includes public hearings for multiple zoning changes and a small-scale amendment to the Comprehensive Plan.
- Contract for Military Point Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facility Switchgear Replacement Project for $2,310,012.00
- Funding for three Rental Development proposals totaling $6M
- Two Sheriff's Office generator replacement contracts for $258,859.52 and $264,094.01
- Zoning change for 1616 Allison Avenue from Public/Institutional to Multi-Family Light
- Proposed maximum millage rate for FY23
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a settlement regarding an overpayment dispute and vote on several infrastructure and grant-funded projects. The agenda includes awarding contracts for fire station hardening and transportation grants.
- Proposed $800,000 settlement between Bay County and Intermedix, R1 RCM, Inc., and Digitech Computer LLC
- Fire Station Hardening Project bids to Horsley Construction Group ($164,167.33) and Southern Cat, Inc. ($478,555.64)
- Florida Commission for Transportation Disadvantaged Trip & Equipment Grant for $472,668.00
- Contract negotiation with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Philip Griffitts Sr. Parkway Phase III PD&E Study and Design
- Adoption of Title VI Policy Statement Addendum for RESTORE Act grant funding
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several infrastructure awards and zoning changes. Key items include funding for water treatment plant equipment and lift station hardening. The board will also hold public hearings on multiple land use and zoning requests.
- Proposed $3,167,000.00 contract for Water Treatment Plant Diesel Pumps and Motors Replacement
- Proposed $1,780,329.69 purchase order to Hydra Service, Inc. for Lift Station Hardening
- Zoning change for 15229 Memorial Circle from Multi-Family Light to West Bay Center zone
- Zoning change for 2734 E. Highway 390 from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial
- Rebranding of 'Bay Area Transportation' to 'Bay Way'
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider text amendments to the Land Development Regulations regarding environmental standards and subdivisions. The body is also reviewing several contracts for emergency services, public works, and utility improvements.
- Public hearing for PZ22-055 LDR Chapters 19 (Environmental Standards) and 29 (Subdivisions) text amendments
- Purchase of 6 John Deere Ag tractors for $232,929.42
- Three task orders with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. totaling $56,600
- Change order to Barge Design Solutions for $37,809 for the SR 75 (US 231) Force Main Improvement Project
- Sole source procurement of CityView software for the Builders Services Permitting program
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several infrastructure contracts, including roadway rehabilitation and wastewater pump replacements. The agenda includes multiple public hearings regarding land use amendments, zone changes, and a revision to the county noise ordinance.
- Roadway Rehabilitation HM Phase III contract award: $4,317,086.15
- Military Point Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant pumps and motors replacement: $705,500.00
- Bay County Library hardening grant amendment: $100,000.00
- Zone change for 2922 Transmitter Road from R-2 to C-2
- Zone change and Small Scale Amendment for 3645 Transmitter Road
Regular Meeting
The Board will review several large-scale contract awards for infrastructure, including a juvenile justice addition and roadway rehabilitation. Additionally, public hearings are scheduled to discuss amendments to noise ordinances, alcohol consumption in parking lots, and motor scooter rentals.
- Award $12,990,000 to Culpepper Construction Company, Inc. for the Juvenile Justice Courthouse Addition
- Award $4,900,000 to Port Engineering LLC for Williams Bayou Pump Station Generator and Utility Mitigation
- Award $4,459,206 to C. W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for Hurricane Michael Roadway Rehabilitation Phase I
- Award $2,954,067 to C. W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for Hurricane Michael Roadway Rehabilitation Phase II
- Award $1,450,000 to Disaster Response LLC for Steelfield Road debris removal and relocation
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a FY 2022 budget amendment involving the Sheriff's Office and Mosquito Control. Other items include land use amendments, road improvements, and several property transactions.
- FY 2022 Budget Amendment for Sheriff salary increase and Clerk of Court furniture
- Public Safety Radio System contract price reduction of $553,367.34
- Frankford Avenue Booster Station Improvements contract for $686,200
- Deer Point Subaqueous Raw Water Transmission Main Project contract for $476,500
- Increase of first-time homebuyer down-payment assistance to $75,000
Special Meeting
The Bay County Commissioners are holding a special emergency meeting regarding the upcoming closure of the WestRock Paper Mill. The agenda includes discussions with representatives from the Bay Economic Development Alliance, CareerSource Gulf Coast, and the City of Panama City.
- Discussion of WestRock Paper Mill closure
- Presentation to County Commissioners
- Discussion with Becca Hardin, President of Bay Economic Development Alliance
- Discussion with Kimberly Bodine, Executive Director of CareerSource Gulf Coast
- Discussion with Panama City Mayor Brudnicki and City Manager Mark McQueen
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several administrative and public works items. Discussions include a waste-to-energy facility demolition bid, water treatment chemical contracts, and an amended ordinance regarding boat ramp use.
- Awarding the Bay County Waste-to-Energy Facility Demolition bid to Foss Demolition Inc.
- Approving a one-year contract with Kemira Water Solutions, Inc. for ferric sulfate
- Amending an ordinance regarding public use of county boat ramps
- Approving a $5,000 request from the Sheriff's office from the Federal Seizure Account
- Approving the Hodges Bayou Plantation Phase 2 subdivision final plat
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several budget amendments involving ARPA funds for employee cost of living increases. The agenda also includes multiple public hearings regarding zoning changes and small scale amendments for various properties.
- Library Hardening Project change order of $122,838 to Glass Ventures, Inc.
- Potable Water Distribution System Hardening task order of $151,000.00 to Gortemoller Engineering
- Purchase of 21406 & 21408 Pompano Avenue
- Zoning and land use amendments for Fanning Bayou Drive and Highway 2321
- Wildwood Road Duplexes Planned Unit Development hearing
Regular Meeting
The Board will review several items including a task order for Hurricane Michael disaster recovery services and property purchases in Riviera Beach. Other discussions include a generator contract award and water transmission project negotiations.
- Task Order 12 with CDR Maguire not to exceed $4,987,374.00
- Purchase of 21423 Pompano Avenue for $180,000.00
- Purchase of 21414 Pompano Avenue
- Generator contract award to TCS Electrical for $826,100.00
- Design services negotiation for Deer Point Subaqueous Raw Water Transmission Main Project
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will decide on a contract award for a skate park and hold public hearings on three zoning changes. The body is also reviewing budget amendments and several grant agreements for transit and emergency services.
- Contract award to Paramount Construction Group FL Division LLC for Bay County Skate Park in the amount of $2,088,935.00
- Public hearing for zone change from SR-1 to SR-1A at 3900 Marriott Drive
- Public hearing for zone change from R-1 to R-3 at 3919-A Oceanview Drive
- FDOT Public Transportation Grant Agreements totaling $300,000.00 (ARP) and $626,889.00 (CRRSAA)
- Proposed ordinance granting Ad Valorem Tax Exemption to Central Maloney, Inc. for Project Lightning Strike
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss rescinding a construction contract for the new Juvenile Justice Courthouse and issuing a new solicitation. The meeting also includes approvals for disaster recovery consulting and environmental grant amendments.
- Proposal to rescind Juvenile Justice Courthouse GMP award to GAC Contractors
- Amendment #1 to Hagerty Task Order #1 for housing recovery services, adding $250,000
- Amendment #4 to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Grant Agreement LP13045 for North Bay Reuse
- Acknowledgment of November 2021 TDT Collections and December Check Register
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a budget amendment for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and several equipment contracts. The body is also reviewing a planning commission appointment and a tourism council letter of support.
- Purchase of a Quint Fire Apparatus from Ten-8 Fire & Safety, LLC for $1,062,770.48
- One-year vehicle maintenance contract with CRH Auto Repair Inc. for $13,608.77
- Resolution to amend the FY 2021-2022 Budget for ARP premium payment contributions
- Appointment of Brian Daffin to the planning commission
- Ratification of a letter of support for the Northwest Florida Tourism Council