Okaloosa County public meetings in 2022
31 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 3, 2023, to consider a proposed smoking ban in county-owned parks and beaches, along with numerous consent agenda items including airport leases, equipment purchases, and grant approvals. The board will also hold public hearings on a water and sewer project and a development agreement for a mobile home community.
- Smoking ban within County-owned public parks and public beaches
- Development Agreement with Crestview Mobile Home Village, LLC for a mobile home community
- Purchase of 12 ambulance stretchers from Stryker Sales Corp for $374,212.44
- Contract with Bearden Electric for a generator at Sheriff's Office Training Center for $294,397.00
- FWC Artificial Reef Grant Agreement #22005 ($60K grant/$60K match)
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving several funding items, including a $88,145.16 reimbursement to Destin Fire Control District for public safety services, a budget transfer for the Tarpon property purchase, and an artificial reef grant. The council will also review the October meeting minutes and receive updates on finances and marketing. Public comments will be heard.
- Approve $88,145.16 reimbursement to Destin Fire Control District for September public safety services
- Approve FY23 Public Safety Reimbursement
- Approve budget transfer for Tarpon property purchase
- Approve FWC #22005 Artificial Reef Grant
- Approve BooneOakley extension and amendment 4
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will vote on a consent agenda and several major items, including a fiber-optic agreement with LiveOak Fiber, an economic development deal for a 300,000 sq ft manufacturing facility, and a new biosolids disposal ordinance. The board will also discuss 2023 legislative priorities, a holiday schedule, and affordable housing efforts.
- Agreement for Exclusive Use of Optical Fiber with LiveOak Fiber, LLC
- Economic Development Letter of Agreement with Project LS2 for 300,000 sq ft manufacturing facility and 350 jobs at Shoal River Ranch Gigasite
- Ordinance creating Article VII, Biosolids Disposal, of Chapter 11
- Purchase Order for ten Blue Star Power Systems Generators from Mid-Florida Diesel Inc for $330,682.00
- Contract renewal with SNF Polydyne for polymers at Arbennie Pritchett WRF, estimated $410,000 annually
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering airport contracts, budget transfers, and equipment purchases. A key item is a request to act as primary applicant for a $102 million Triumph Gulf Coast grant for the Fieldwerx Technology Hub. The board will also consider several public works projects and road safety grants.
- Request to act as primary applicant for $102M Triumph Gulf Coast grant for Fieldwerx Technology Hub
- Approval of $3,000,000 CR2 Road Safety and Bridge Upgrades Grant Agreement
- Approval of $1,500,000 College Blvd./Forest Road Multi-Use Path Grant Agreement
- Budget transfer of $570,391 to Sheriff for incomplete FY2022 projects
- Contract with AVCON, Inc. to replace passenger boarding bridges at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will vote on a consent agenda including a $2.95 million contract for sheriff's office security at three airports, a $12.7 million tourism marketing plan, and several equipment purchases. They will also hear a presentation on the local real estate market and consider buying land for an emergency communication tower.
- Approve $2,949,419 contract for Sheriff's Office security at three county airports
- Approve FY 2023 Sales & Marketing Plan for $12,731,103, including TikTok payments up to $15,000/month
- Purchase 2.9 acres off Cedar Springs Farm Road for Holt Tower 800MHz emergency communication system
- Award purchase orders for four and three Ford F150 trucks totaling $323,089
- Approve $526,680 contract for fiber cable materials for IT
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving public safety reimbursements for beach safety and sheriff services, along with several contract amendments and the FY 2023 strategic marketing plan. The meeting also includes updates from the attorney and director, and public comments.
- Public safety reimbursements: Destin Fire Aug $137,189.47, Okaloosa Beach Safety Sep NTE $144,142.47, Destin Fire Sep NTE $104,577.47, Okaloosa Sheriff Sep NTE $86,136.00
- Sheriff Interlocal Amendment 1
- Gulf Coast Environmental Services Amendment 1
- Marine Environmental Services Amendment 1 - Atlantis & Cyclops
- FY 2023 Strategic Marketing Plan
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, a public hearing on a rezoning, and several department business items. Key actions include approving contracts for sidewalk and road work, a $2 million multi-use path project, and discussing short-term rental regulation authority.
- Contract with LAS Contracting Corp for Old Bethel Sidewalk Improvements, $979,214.00
- US 98 Bridge to Bridge Multi Use Path Project, $2,000,000 from FDOT with $2,000,000 match from tourist development taxes
- Reconsider purchasing 258+ acres at Shoal River Ranch Industrial Area above appraised value
- Public hearing for rezoning of Lenox Bay Apartments, LLC property (501100-BCC-2022 and 501101-BCC-2022)
- Repeal Resolution 21-103 supporting City of Destin acquisition of Crystal Beach property
Board of County Commissioners - Special Meeting
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting focused on beach and coastal issues. They will hear presentations on the Army Corps Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study, the NuShore Temporary Groin Project results, and an East Pass sediment excavation feasibility study, among other beach-related items. The board may provide direction on these items.
- Army Corps Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study – Taylor Engineering
- NuShore Temporary Groin Project Results – MRD Associates
- East Pass Supplemental Sediment Excavation Feasibility Study – Taylor Engineering
- Beach Front Property Acquisition and Voluntary Beach Easements – County Attorney
- Sea turtle management, dune restoration, and beach cleanup updates
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed 1% tourist development tax increase and two alleyway vacations, and will consider consent agenda items including contracts for limerock materials, a generator installation, and stormwater projects. Department business includes a $1.925 million sewer line rehabilitation task order and discussion of affordable housing funding.
- Public hearing on ordinance to levy additional 1% tourist development tax (Sixth Cent)
- Task Order 11 with Gulf Coast Underground, LLC, not to exceed $1,925,000 for sewer line rehabilitation
- Contract with Mohawk Valley Mining, LLC for limerock base materials
- Change Order No. 2 to Contract C21-3017-PW with Anderson Columbia Co., Inc. for Southwest Crestview Bypass
- Surtax funding allocation of $160,000 for West 98 Area Stormwater Improvements
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Public Hearing
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt the final FY 2022-23 budget of $561,367,758, along with resolutions setting the countywide millage rate at 3.9692 mills and the MSTU rate at 0.2990 mills. The budget holds the property tax rate flat, but rising property values increase ad valorem revenue by $10.2 million. The board will also hear a budget overview and letter from the County Administrator.
- Adopts final FY 2022-23 budget totaling $561,367,758
- Sets final countywide millage rate at 3.9692 mills
- Sets final MSTU millage rate at 0.2990 mills
- Includes 5% COLA for employees and 21 new positions
- Sheriff's Office budget request of $51,660,688, a 4.1% increase
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on September 20, 2022, at 3:00 PM. The agenda includes a public hearing on an ad valorem tax exemption for Gulf Air Group, Inc., a plan amendment and rezoning request by FWB Rentals, LLC, and numerous consent agenda items covering contracts, budget resolutions, and proclamations. The board will also consider combining the Risk Management and Human Resources departments, adopting a fund balance policy, and amending the solid waste fee schedule.
- Public hearing: Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Gulf Air Group, Inc.
- Public hearing: Plan Amendment and Rezoning (508920-BCC-2022, 508910-BCC-2022) by FWB Rentals, LLC
- Contract #C22-3126-COR Amendment #1 with Trinity Services Group for inmate food services ($880,000)
- Amendment #2 with CHS TX, Inc. (YesCare) for inmate medical/mental health services ($3,988,411)
- Contract with Ardurra Group, Inc. for subsurface utility engineering services (est. $720,000 annually)
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving public safety reimbursements totaling $376,202.34 for beach safety, fire, and sheriff services, along with the FY 2023 adopted budget, interlocal agreements, and other administrative items. The council will also discuss a proposed sixth-percent tourist development tax ordinance and receive updates on quarterly statistics and promotional opportunities.
- Public safety reimbursements: Okaloosa Beach Safety Jul $73,537.34, Aug $63,639.20; Destin Fire Jul $124,504.85; Okaloosa Sheriff Jul $67,105.66, Aug $47,415.29
- FY 2023 FWB Heritage Park & Cultural Center Interlocal Agreement
- FY 2023 FWB Landing Interlocal Amendment 3
- FY 2023 Destin Waterfront Parks Interlocal Agreement
- TDT Ordinance-Sixth Percent (Craig Coffey)
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Public Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the tentative FY 2022-23 budget, including the countywide and unincorporated MSTU millage rates. The proposed budget totals $561,367,758, with a countywide millage rate of 3.8308 mills and an MSTU rate of 0.2990 mills. The county states the rate is not an increase, but property values rose 14.125%, increasing ad valorem revenue by $10,229,356. The board will also hear public comments on the budget.
- Adopt tentative countywide millage rate of 3.8308 mills for FY 2022-23
- Adopt tentative MSTU millage rate of 0.2990 mills for unincorporated areas
- Approve tentative budget of $561,367,758 for all funds
- Add 21 new positions, including 9 in General Fund, 7 in Special Revenue, 5 in Enterprise
- Include $1.5 million for jail master plan and design, $150,000 for Brackin Building planning
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on issuing revenue bonds for Destin High School, a Bluewater Bay DRI amendment for the former Lake Golf Course, and a plan amendment/rezoning request. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts, budget transfers, and approvals, including a $426,810 task order for Williams Power & Signal and a $1,234,947 contract for the Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility design.
- TEFRA hearing and resolution for Educational Facilities Revenue Bonds for Destin High School
- Public hearing on Bluewater Bay DRI amendment for former Lake Golf Course (Fairways 4-8)
- Public hearing on plan amendment and rezoning (CPA-S-22-01) presented by The Planning Collaborative
- Contract with Ardurra Group for Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility design, $1,234,947
- Task Order #9 for Williams Power & Signal, not to exceed $426,810
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Review Workshop
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners is holding a budget review workshop to discuss the proposed FY2023 budget of $564.8 million, a 10.5% increase from FY2022. The county administrator's overview highlights a 14.1% increase in property values, a flat countywide millage rate of 3.8308, and a 5% cost-of-living adjustment for employees. Department presentations cover the Sheriff's Office, Human Resources, Risk Management, Public Works, Facilities and Parks, Airports, Water & Sewer, and Transit. The board is also considering a reserve policy goal of two months of operating revenues.
- Proposed total budget: $564.8 million, up $53.5 million (10.5%) from FY2022
- Countywide millage rate held flat at 3.8308 for sixth year; MSTU rate flat at 0.2990 for ninth year
- Property values increased 14.1% to $24.08 billion gross taxable value
- 5% cost-of-living adjustment for all county employees
- General fund unassigned reserves at $25.6 million; $6.7 million above proposed reserve goal
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several items, including authorizing a public hearing for up to $14 million in educational facilities revenue bonds to expand Destin High School, approving a long-term tower agreement with Fort Walton Beach for emergency communications, and awarding contracts and grants. The agenda also includes a public hearing on vacating a portion of Broadview Circle in Crestview and a request to reconsider a property purchase in Holt for a tower site.
- Authorize public hearing for up to $14,000,000 in Educational Facilities Revenue Bonds for Destin High School expansion
- Long-term tower agreement with City of Ft. Walton Beach for 800Mhz emergency communication tower at 7 Hollywood Blvd NE
- Purchase order for 14 Wemco Pumps from JH Wright Company & Associates for $160,120.01
- Resilient Florida Planning grant application for $200,000
- Single source contract with Marine Environmental Services LLC for $360,000 for artificial reef deployment
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, and department business. Key items include purchasing additional acreage at the Shoal River Ranch Industrial Area, acquiring properties for emergency communication towers, and approving contracts for artificial reef deployment. The agenda also includes several routine approvals and public hearings on tax exemptions and utility projects.
- Purchase of 258+ acres at Shoal River Ranch Industrial Area
- Purchase of 2.0-acre property on Caveman Road for 800MHz emergency communication tower
- Purchase of 2.2-acre property on Cooper Lane for 800MHz emergency communication tower
- Contract with Tri Native Contractors for $1,515,000 for MANTA and DOLPHIN vessel cleanup and artificial reef prep
- Public hearing for Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Project Authentic II
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving the April meeting minutes, public safety reimbursements totaling about $208,193, the acquisition and deployment of MANTA and DOLPHIN vessels, and the proposed FY 2023 budget. The agenda also includes informational updates on quarterly statistics, a film report, check listing, and promotional opportunities reconciliation.
- Public safety reimbursements: Okaloosa Beach Safety $53,013.61, Destin Fire $82,597.48, Okaloosa Sheriff $72,581.69
- MANTA & DOLPHIN vessel acquisition and deployment
- FY 2023 Proposed Budget
- Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes
- Quarterly statistics, film report, check listing, promotional opportunities reconciliation
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Commission is meeting to hear presentations on the Mid-Bay Bridge Authority's FY 2023 budget and the county's audited financial report, then vote on a lengthy consent agenda. The consent agenda includes contract change orders, airport agreements, plat approvals, and policy updates. Public hearings are scheduled for a land development code amendment and a planned unit development. The board will also consider several department contracts, including a water booster station replacement and stormwater projects.
- Mid-Bay Bridge Authority FY 2023 budget and resolution for approval
- Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for FY ended Sept 30, 2021
- Contract change order with MDM Services, Inc. increasing contract by $106,764.85 to $2,096,516.63
- Contract with J&P Construction for Okaloosa Island Water Booster Station replacement at $2,095,000
- Resolution supporting Northwest Florida State College nursing program expansion request for $21,787,560 from Triumph Gulf Coast
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and approvals, a public hearing on a tax exemption for Project Proud, and several major department business items, including an $8.7 million contract for the Arbennie Pritchett Water Reclamation Facility expansion and a $2.7 million fuel supply agreement.
- Contract with J&P Construction for Arbennie Pritchett Water Reclamation Facility Solids Handling Expansion, $8,725,000
- Cooperative purchase agreement with Mansfield Oil for fuel, estimated $2,700,000
- Public hearing on amended ordinance granting ad valorem tax exemption for Project Proud
- Purchase agreements for surplus school board property in Dorcas and Laurel Hill for emergency communication towers, $55,000 each
- Reroofing contracts for County Jail ($206,014) and Brackin Building change order ($38,755.20)
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will vote on several items, including approving the March meeting minutes, a financial update, public safety reimbursements, an amendment to the Aramark contract, and attendance at a tourism convention. The agenda also includes informational items like a film report and check listing.
- Public safety reimbursements: $44,206.54 to Okaloosa Beach Safety, $96,695.53 to Destin Fire, $73,533.18 to Okaloosa Sheriff
- Aramark Amendment 2
- Destinations International Annual Convention attendance
- Financial update for March 2022
- Approval of March 29, 2022 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will hold three public hearings: a large-scale comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for 605 acres north of US 90, an LDC amendment on emergency communication towers, and an LDC amendment on poultry regulations. The board will also consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, purchases, and approvals, plus a draft waterway rental safety ordinance and a legislative session recap.
- Public hearing: 605-acre rezoning and overlay district north of US 90, east of Clint Mason Road, west of Brian Way
- Public hearing: LDC amendment on Emergency Communication Towers
- Public hearing: LDC amendment on Poultry Regulations
- Purchase order to Cowin Equipment for a Volvo EWR150E excavator for $200,664.00
- FTA 5307 award of $2,782,004 for fixed route and paratransit service
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will vote on the February meeting minutes, a financial update, public safety reimbursements, and a website rebuild by Miles Partnership. The financial update shows tourist development tax revenues at about 33% of budget through February. The public safety reimbursement would pay Okaloosa Beach Safety, Destin Fire, and the Sheriff's Office for tourism-related costs.
- Public safety reimbursements: Okaloosa Beach Safety $35,392.53, Destin Fire $161,040.81, Okaloosa Sheriff $28,805.29
- Miles Partnership website rebuild
- Financial update: TDT revenues $7,841,635 YTD (33% of budget)
- February 22, 2022 meeting minutes approval
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with two public hearings: one to amend the Land Development Code regarding keeping poultry, and another (first of two) to amend rules for emergency communication towers. The board will also consider several contracts, including a $1.4 million tourism marketing campaign, a $1 million sewer line rehabilitation contract, and a roofing contract for 41 new roofs at Rolling Pine Townhomes.
- Public hearing to amend poultry-keeping regulations in Land Development Code
- First public hearing on ordinance amending emergency communication tower rules
- Approve $1,400,000 task order for 2022 In-Destination tourism campaign
- Approve contract renewal with Gulf Coast Underground, LLC up to $1,000,000 for sewer line rehabilitation
- Approve $588,952 for eight new portable generators from Cowin Equipment Co Inc
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a revised $5.5 million American Rescue Plan Act implementation plan, a $2 million allocation for an artificial reef strategic plan, and several other items including a public hearing for a $700,000 water main relocation project. The agenda also includes routine approvals such as minutes, a proclamation, budget transfers, and contract renewals.
- Revised ARPA Implementation Plan totaling $5.5 million
- Artificial reef strategic plan with $2 million from TDT funds
- Public hearing for Southwest Crestview Bypass Water Main Relocation Project ($700,000)
- FDOT County Incentive Grant Program application
- FTA 5307 $745,418 ARP Act Award
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving the January meeting minutes, a financial update, public safety reimbursements totaling about $61,012 for Okaloosa Beach Safety and Sheriff's Office, budget adjustments related to the taxing district expansion, an artificial reef plan, and Henderson Beach lifeguard funding. The council will also hear informational updates on quarterly statistics, the film commission, check listings, and promotional opportunities.
- Public safety reimbursement: $32,729.60 for Okaloosa Beach Safety and $28,282.64 for Okaloosa Sheriff (January)
- Budget adjustments for taxing district expansion
- Artificial reef plan presentation
- Henderson Beach lifeguards item
- Local event paid media update
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, including proclamations, contracts, and budget items. In department business, they will discuss expanding GPS tracking to all county-issued vehicles and vote on a $1.575 million task order for tourism programming. The meeting also includes a closed executive session on collective bargaining.
- Approve $268,027.61 amendment for HVAC control systems at VPS and DTS
- Approve $369,836 professional services for Live Oak Church Road intersection improvements
- Approve $133,347 change order for Redwood Avenue Improvements with cost-sharing interlocal agreement with Niceville
- Approve $1,575,000 task order for Little Adventures programming expansion
- Discuss expanding GPS tracking to all county-issued vehicles
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including contracts, grants, and appointments. Two public hearings are scheduled: one to continue adoption of an ordinance establishing penalties for damaging public property, and another to consider a plan amendment and rezoning request by NWF Land, LLC. The board will also discuss several infrastructure projects and funding allocations.
- Public hearing on ordinance creating Section 1-18 for enforcement and penalties for damaging public property
- Public hearing on plan amendment and rezoning (494396-BCC-2021 & 494398-BCC-2021) by NWF Land, LLC
- Approval of $44,124 FDFS grant for Okaloosa Island Fire District
- Approval of $292,833 FDOT 5311-Capital ARP Grant Agreement
- Approval of $1,000,000 for Bob White Drive Stormwater Improvements
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving meeting minutes, a financial update, public safety reimbursements, budget amendments for a taxing district expansion, and several grant applications, including a $60K FWC grant and two NWFW coastal resilience grants. The council will also receive updates on the film commission and promotional opportunities.
- Public safety reimbursement: $39,794.19 for Okaloosa Beach Safety and $47,915.87 for Okaloosa Sheriff
- FWC grant application $60K for LAARS A
- NWFW Coastal Resilience Grant $10K for James Lee Park dune fencing
- NWFW Coastal Resilience Grant $100K
- Budget amendments for taxing district expansion
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider an ad valorem tax exemption for Project Blue Waves and an amendment to the Bluewater Bay Development of Regional Impact for the former Magnolia Golf Course. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes several contracts, budget transfers, and appointments, as well as department business items such as new IT positions and a road stabilization task order.
- Public hearing on ad valorem tax exemption for Project Blue Waves
- Public hearing on Bluewater Bay DRI amendment for former Magnolia Golf Course (Fairways 1,2,3,5,6,7,8,9)
- Road Stabilization (50in5) Task Order 2 with Mohawk Valley Materials, Inc. for $1,348,885.60
- Approval to advertise public hearing for OCWS self-perform construction of Southwest Crestview Bypass Water Main Relocation Project (est. $700,000)
- Approval of Sheriff's Teen Driver's Challenge 2022 Q1 reimbursement of $9,600.36
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous airport leases and grants, a public hearing on an ordinance for penalties for damaging public property, and several department business items. Key decisions include approving the ARPA implementation plan, multiple FAA and FDOT grants, and contracts for equipment and services.
- FAA Airport Rescue Grant of $7,797,643 for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
- FDOT grant of $1.5 million for Live Oak Church Road intersection improvements
- Contract with Janicki Environmental for $399,522 for Choctawhatchee Bay estuary plan
- Ordinance creating Section 1-18 for enforcement and penalties for damaging public property
- Purchase orders for two generators ($174,440) and one bucket truck ($189,891)