Okaloosa County public meetings in 2023
39 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving November public safety reimbursements totaling $109,100.22 for Beach Safety and the Sheriff's Office, a budget amendment for a sheriff's boat and truck carryover, and FY24 dues for the Northwest Florida Tourism Council. The council will also discuss Canada travel shows, a UK marketing initiative (IMM-UK), and the Yellow River Footbridge project.
- Public safety reimbursement: Beach Safety $69,627.16 and Sheriff $39,473.06 for November
- Sheriff amendment 4 – boat and truck carryover
- FY24 NWFTC Dues
- Canada Travel Shows and IMM-UK marketing
- Yellow River Footbridge
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The board will vote on a resolution supporting the Okaloosa County School District's request for $8,350,000 from Triumph Gulf Coast to create an Okaloosa Technical College North Campus in Crestview. Commissioners will also consider several consent agenda items including road stabilization contracts, water infrastructure projects, and tourist development funding. A public hearing is scheduled on industrial development revenue bonds for Air Force Enlisted Village.
- Resolution for $8,350,000 Triumph Gulf Coast grant for Okaloosa Technical College North Campus at 5660 John Givens Rd, Crestview
- Road Stabilization Task Order 6 with Mohawk Valley Materials, Inc. for $2,723,286.53
- FDOT grant of $375,000 for PD&E Study of West 98 Collector Transportation Improvement Project
- FDEP grant agreement for $7,000,000 for Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility
- Public hearing on industrial development revenue bonds for Air Force Enlisted Village
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving the FY24 Sales & Marketing Plan, multiple public safety reimbursements totaling over $750,000, and several contract amendments. The council will also tour the North Tourism Welcome Center at 5131 Ferdon Blvd after the meeting.
- FY24 Sales & Marketing Plan approval
- FY23 public safety reimbursements: Beach Safety $101,887.98, Destin Fire $213,242.77 (Aug) and up to $356,263.24 (Sep), Sheriff $64,268.52, TDD $5,500.00, Code Enforcement $10,477.79
- FY24 Public Safety Reimbursement
- North Tourism Welcome Center tour at 5131 Ferdon Blvd
- Aramark contract and Hwy 98 Living Shoreline grant
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed ad valorem tax exemption for Project Sound, an unidentified economic development project. The board will also consider over $4 million in surtax funding for the 'Fifty-in-Five' dirt road stabilization program and multiple other infrastructure, airport, and transit items.
- Public hearing on ordinance granting ad valorem tax exemption for Project Sound
- Approval of $4,000,000 in FY24 surtax funding for 'Fifty-in-Five' Dirt Road Stabilization Project
- Request to approve $3,268,227 Sheriff's Office Airports Security Unit contract renewal
- Request to approve $1,554,213 RESTORE Act grant for Veterans Park Living Shoreline
- Request to approve $1,107,592 for four new ambulances
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Commission will hold a public hearing on changes to code enforcement processes and consider several major items, including a $1.9 million sewer rehabilitation contract, a resolution adopting an official county flag, and scheduling a public hearing for a tax exemption for Project Sound. The consent agenda includes over two dozen items such as a $757,000 land purchase for stormwater improvements, a $342,217 playground at Garden City Park, and a $695,983 marine law enforcement agreement.
- Public hearing on changes to County's Code Enforcement Processes
- Request to authorize $1,925,000 task order for gravity sewer line rehabilitation countywide
- Consideration of resolution adopting an official county flag and display rules
- Request to schedule public hearing for Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Project Sound
- Request approval of $757,000 purchase agreement for stormwater parcel on Highway 98 in Mary Esther
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Board will hold a public hearing on a plan amendment, rezoning, and new land development code section for the 125-acre Willow Creek Plantation at Crestview Overlay District. Commissioners will also consider two FDOT grant awards totaling over $2.1 million for road improvements on Carmel Drive/Beal Parkway and John King Road, and discuss 2024 state legislative priorities.
- Public hearing on 125-acre Willow Creek Plantation at Crestview Overlay District (plan amendment, rezoning, and new code section 3.11.00)
- FDOT County Incentive Grant Program award of $989,875 for Carmel Drive/Beal Parkway Improvement Project
- FDOT County Incentive Grant Program award of $1,114,856 for John King Road Improvement Project
- Transfer of $662,616 from reserves to the Clerk of Court
- Contract renewal and price increase with C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for asphalt materials
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving public safety reimbursements totaling $142,478.48 for August 2023, including $77,816.70 for Beach Safety and $49,261.78 for the Sheriff's Office. The council will also vote on the FY 2024 adopted budget, meeting dates, and interlocal amendments for Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park & Cultural Center, FWB Landing, and the Okaloosa Sheriff. Other items include approving the August 29 meeting minutes and receiving informational updates on a Shalimar property purchase and the Film Commission report.
- Public safety reimbursement: Beach Safety $77,816.70, Sheriff $49,261.78, TDD $15,400.00
- FY 2024 adopted budget approval
- FY 2024 FWB Heritage Park & Cultural Center interlocal amendment
- FY 2024 FWB Landing interlocal amendment 4
- Shalimar property purchase (information only)
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Public Hearing
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners is holding the final public hearing to adopt the FY 2023-24 budget, including resolutions setting the countywide millage rate at 3.9681 mills and the MSTU rate at 0.2990 mills. The total budget is $626,413,568, with no increase in the property tax rate, though property values rose 11.9%, increasing ad valorem revenue by $10.5 million. The board will also approve the final budget resolution and hear public comment.
- Adopts final countywide millage rate of 3.9681 mills for FY 2023-24
- Adopts final MSTU millage rate of 0.2990 mills for unincorporated areas
- Approves final budget of $626,413,568 for all funds
- Includes 26 new positions and 4% cost-of-living adjustment for employees
- Funds capital projects like Southwest Crestview Bypass ($121.9M) and VPS airport boarding bridges ($4.5M)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Commission will consider a $5.5 million construction contract for shade canopies at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport and a conceptual $25 million tourism investment plan for north Okaloosa County. Other major items include a public hearing on a new water/sewer rate plan, a $1.4 million inmate food services contract, and a $901,245 interoperability data system for the Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes numerous proclamations, appointments, and routine consent items.
- Approve $5,517,191 construction contract with Whitesell-Green Inc. for shade canopies at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
- Public hearing on adopting an amended Water & Sewer Ordinance with a new 5-year rate plan
- Consider conceptual North County Tourism Investment Plan of up to approximately $25 million
- Request approval of $1,400,000 contract with Summit Food Services for inmate food services
- Request approval of $901,245 cooperative purchase with Chenosa Systems for Sheriff's Office interoperability data system
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Public Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners is holding the first of two public hearings to adopt the tentative FY 2023-24 budget and millage rates. The proposed $625.4 million budget keeps the countywide millage rate at 3.8308 mills and the MSTU rate at 0.2990 mills, with no property tax rate increase. Property values rose 11.9%, generating an additional $10.5 million in ad valorem revenue. The board will hear public comments and vote on resolutions adopting the tentative millage rates and budget.
- Proposed $625,399,092 total budget, up 11.4% from FY 2023
- Countywide millage rate kept at 3.8308 mills; MSTU rate at 0.2990 mills
- 26 new positions added: 9 in General Fund, 11 in Special Revenue, 6 in Enterprise
- 4% cost-of-living adjustment for employees; no health insurance premium increase
- Capital projects include $3.5M for Public Works building, $750K for all-inclusive park, and $4.5M for VPS airport boarding bridges
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Board will consider a consent agenda with 36 items, including a $4.14 million contract for Live Oak Church Road improvements, a $856,737 artificial reef construction contract, and a $433,318 beach restoration project. Department business items include a $310,160 water main replacement task order and a solid waste fee schedule amendment.
- Contract with C.W. Roberts Contracting for Live Oak Church Road improvements for $4,140,989.36
- Contract with Walter Marine for artificial reef construction for $856,737.50
- Task order for Western Destin Beach Restoration Project for $433,318
- Task order for Hwy 90 West Water Main Replacement for $310,160.20
- Approval of $5,333,042 FAA grant for VPS capital improvements
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving $883,878.57 in public safety reimbursements for beach safety, Destin Fire, Sheriff, and code enforcement. The council will also vote on a contract amendment with Miles, FY24 local events funding, and paid search and boosted social media spending. Previous meeting minutes and a financial update are also on the agenda.
- Public safety reimbursement requests totaling $883,878.57: Beach Safety Jul $84,759.91, Destin Fire Oct-Jul $723,915.99, Sheriff Jul $51,702.34, Code Enf Nov-Jun $23,402.33
- Miles Contract amendment 2
- FY24 Local Events funding approval
- FY24 Paid Search & Boosted Social funding approval
- Cristobal Road Property update (information only)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Board will consider a consent agenda including a $4.19M inmate medical services contract renewal, a $4.08M contract to replace three passenger boarding bridges at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport, and a $4.14M road improvement contract for Live Oak Church Road. A public hearing is scheduled on vacating an alleyway in Shalimar. The agenda also includes several interlocal agreements, budget transfers, and appointments to competency boards.
- Approval of Amendment #3 with YesCare for inmate medical and mental health services at the County Jail for $4,194,268.00
- Construction contract with JBT Aerotech LLC ($4,076,387.00) to replace three passenger boarding bridges at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
- Contract with C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for Live Oak Church Road Improvements in the amount of $4,140,989.36
- Public hearing on a request to vacate a portion of alleyway in Block 9, Townsite of Port Dixie, Shalimar, FL
- Interlocal Agreement with the City of Mary Esther for acquisition, demolition, design and redevelopment of a waterfront property on Cristobal Road S with an estimated budget of up to $3 Million
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will consider a consent agenda and department business items, including a proposed increase to the City of Fort Walton Beach's tourist development tax budget for Heritage Park & Cultural Center from $390,000 to $800,000 due to higher construction bids. Other notable items include approval of a final plat for a three-lot townhome subdivision on Bayou View, a proclamation for retiring Niceville City Manager Lannie Corbin, and various tourist development tax expenditures.
- Amend City of Fort Walton Beach's municipal expenditure plan for Heritage Park & Cultural Center Addition, increasing TDT budget from $390,000 to $800,000
- Approve final plat for Townhomes on Bayou View, a three-lot single-family attached residential subdivision
- Approve advance payment of $2,826.44 to CHELCO for underground electric service for Emergency Communications Tower at 6551T Caveman Rd, Laurel Hill
- Approve Law Enforcement Trust Fund disbursement of $1,000 to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for Walk Like MADD event
- Approve contract with JA Interactive for beach flag text messaging services at $15,400
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving $199,401.88 in public safety reimbursements for June 2023, including $105,978.14 for Beach Safety and $77,574.24 for the Sheriff's Office. They will also vote on a budget transfer from reserves, a contract renewal for Momentus/Ungerboeck software, and updates to the Tourist Development Department manual and partner program policies. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a financial update.
- Public safety reimbursement: $105,978.14 for Beach Safety, $77,574.24 for Sheriff, $15,849.50 for TDD (June 2023)
- Budget transfer from reserves (amount not specified)
- Momentus/Ungerboeck contract renewal (previously discussed with rate increase request)
- Fort Walton Beach Expenditure Plan Update – Museum Addition
- Canada Media Mission approval
Board of County Commissioners - Special Meeting
The Board will discuss and vote on certifying the tentative ad valorem millage rate of 3.8308 mils and the Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU) rate of 0.2990 mils for unincorporated parks and related services for fiscal year 2024. This action sets the proposed property tax rates that will be used in the upcoming budget hearings.
- Proposed countywide ad valorem millage rate of 3.8308 mils, generating an estimated $98.15 million in revenue
- Proposed MSTU millage rate of 0.2990 mils for unincorporated parks and related services, generating $3.52 million
- Certification of DR-420 form required by state law to notify the property appraiser of proposed millage rates
- First public budget hearing scheduled for September 5, 2023; second hearing on September 19, 2023
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Review Workshop
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget review workshop for FY2024, hearing presentations and reviewing budget documents from the County Administrator, Health Department, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections, State Attorney, Public Defender, Court Administration, Medical Examiner, Non-Profits, Public Safety, Corrections, and Tourist Development. This is a discussion and review session, not a final vote. The agenda is largely procedural, with detailed budget figures provided for each department.
- Health Department requests $661,827 for FY24, same as FY23
- Property Appraiser budget request totals $4,423,741, up 4.13% from FY23
- Supervisor of Elections budget includes $155,447 for elected official salary
- Public Safety, Corrections, and Tourist Development budgets presented
- Public comments accepted via speaker card
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Review Workshop
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners is holding a budget review workshop for the FY2024 budget, which totals $623 million, an 11% increase from FY2023. The proposed budget keeps the countywide millage rate flat at 3.8308 and the MSTU rate at 0.2990, with a tentative millage rate approval scheduled for July 24. The workshop includes presentations from the Sheriff, Clerk of Court, Human Resources, Public Works, Facilities, Airports, Water & Sewer, and Transit departments.
- Proposed FY2024 total budget of $623 million, up $61.6 million (11%) from FY2023
- Countywide millage rate held flat at 3.8308 for 8 years; MSTU rate flat at 0.2990 for 11 years
- Property values increased 11.9% to $26.97 billion in 2023
- County credit rating expected to increase from AA to AA+
- Public hearings for budget adoption set for September 5 and September 19, 2023
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners is holding a budget review workshop for the FY2024 proposed budget. The county administrator presented a $623 million total budget, an 11% increase from FY2023, with the countywide millage rate held flat at 3.8308 for the eighth year and the MSTU rate at 0.2990 for the eleventh year. The workshop includes presentations from the Sheriff, Clerk of Court, Human Resources, Public Works, Facilities, Airports, Water & Sewer, and Transit departments. No final decisions are made at this workshop; public hearings are scheduled for September 5 and September 19, 2023.
- Proposed FY2024 total budget of $623 million, up $61.6 million (11%) from FY2023
- Countywide millage rate held flat at 3.8308; MSTU rate flat at 0.2990
- Property values increased 11.9% to $26.97 billion gross taxable value
- County credit rating expected to increase from AA to AA+
- No increase in health insurance plans for county employees
Board of County Commissioners - Special Meeting
The Board will discuss whether to submit formal comments opposing a proposed NOAA rule that would impose a year-round 10-knot vessel speed limit and night-travel ban in Gulf waters from Pensacola to Tampa to protect endangered Rice's whales. Staff warns the rule could severely impact commercial vessel traffic and fishing fleets at ports including Pensacola and Panama City. The board may direct staff to submit a response before the July 6, 2023 comment deadline.
- Proposed NOAA rule would create a 'Vessel Slowdown Zone' with 10-knot speed limit and night-travel ban in waters 100-400 meters deep from Pensacola to Tampa
- Staff report cites potential adverse impacts to commercial vessel traffic at Port of Pensacola and Port Panama City, plus commercial and recreational fishing
- Comment period closes July 6, 2023; board may direct staff to submit formal response or decline to comment
- Petition for rulemaking filed by NRDC, Healthy Gulf, Center for Biological Diversity, Defenders of Wildlife, Earthjustice, and New England Aquarium
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving $258,209.72 in public safety reimbursements for May 2023, including $66,865.71 for Beach Safety and $191,344.01 for the Sheriff's Office. The council will also vote on a Destin beach park expenditure plan amendment, software renewal, coastal storm risk management design, and international travel requests. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a financial update.
- Public safety reimbursement: Beach Safety $66,865.71 and Sheriff $191,344.01 for May expenses
- Destin Expenditure Plan Amendment 1 – Beach Park Development
- Ungerboeck/Momentus software renewal
- Coastal Storm Risk Management design and permitting
- Gulf & Caribbean Fisheries Institute international travel and World Travel Market international travel
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Commission will hold a public hearing to authorize Water & Sewer to self-perform construction of the Tractor Supply Lift Station project, estimated at $1,294,444. The board will also consider purchasing 20 acres in Crestview adjacent to the Sheriff's Training Facility for Public Works, and approving a $1.41 million surtax-funded data management system for public safety and judicial agencies. The consent agenda includes multiple airport lease agreements, stormwater project contracts, and a $578,359 tourism advertising task order.
- Public hearing to authorize self-performed construction of Tractor Supply Lift Station, estimated $1,294,444 (District 4)
- Consideration of agreement to purchase 20 acres in Crestview adjacent to Sheriff's Training Facility for Public Works (District 3)
- Request approval of $1,414,186.40 in FY23 surtax funding for a new Data Management System for Public Safety & Judicial Services
- Request approval of Lima Charlie Sierra, LLC Lease Agreement for Block 9 Lot 3 at Destin Executive Airport (District 5)
- Request approval of BooneOakley task order TD2357 for $578,359 for tourism advertising (Little Adventures broadcast, digital videos)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission is meeting to decide on a range of items including an EMS rate increase, several water and sewer project contracts, and a rezoning request. The agenda includes consent items, public hearings, and department business, with notable actions on infrastructure and public safety funding.
- EMS rate increase of 2.5% per year for FY2024-2026
- Contract with Collective Water Resources, LLC for Watershed Master Plan ($169,925)
- First Amendment with Ardurra Group for Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility design (not to exceed $3,715,129)
- Public hearing on rezoning at 4535 Kelly Mill Road, Holt
- Surtax allocation of $2,652,000 for transportation capacity and Dirt-to-Pave projects
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council is meeting to consider approving public safety reimbursements totaling $187,099.75 for April, including $63,789.39 for Beach Safety, $90,310.36 for the Sheriff, and $33,000 for TDD. They will also review the FY 2024 proposed budget, a Key Data renewal, and the April 25 meeting minutes. The agenda includes informational items such as film reports and a check listing.
- Public safety reimbursements: Beach Safety $63,789.39, Sheriff $90,310.36, TDD $33,000.00
- FY 2024 proposed budget review
- Key Data renewal
- April 25, 2023 meeting minutes approval
- Film report and promotional opportunities reconciliation
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, and department business. Key items include multiple ARPA subrecipient agreements, a $10 million federal grant proposal for a water reclamation facility, and a public hearing on a Bluewater Bay DRI amendment. The agenda also includes routine approvals such as minutes, plats, and budget resolutions.
- ARPA subrecipient agreements: Healing Paws for Warriors ($50,000), Fresh Start for Children and Families ($50,000), Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast ($13,700), Habitat for Humanity ($70,700), Shelter House ($50,000), Safe Connections ($433,701)
- Purchase of 2 ambulances from FR Conversions LLC for $211,222
- Public hearing to amend Bluewater Bay DRI to increase medical office space on 9.7-acre Magnolia Parcel
- Public hearing to repeal and replace airport rules for Bob Sikes and Destin Executive airports
- Proposal to request $10,000,000 from Defense Community Infrastructure Pilot Program for Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility (requires $3,000,000 match)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a public hearing on a rezoning, and department business. Key items include a $2.99 million change order for the Southwest Crestview Bypass, a $1.5 million budget transfer for road widening, and a public hearing on a rezoning at 1330 Charlie Day Road.
- Change Order No. 3 for $2,989,226.23 to Anderson Columbia Co. for Southwest Crestview Bypass and East-West Connector (Fallen Heroes Way)
- Budget transfer of $1.5M from Surtax Reserve for County Road Hwy 2 widening and resurfacing and bridge repairs
- Public hearing on Plan Amendment and Rezoning for property at 1330 Charlie Day Road, Baker
- Contract with Sam Marshall Architects for Planning & Design Services for Public Works Facility & Brackin Building, not to exceed $1,500,000
- Amendment 2 to Sheriff contract for $462,812 for a 33' vessel and pickup truck, bringing total to $1,114,412
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Policy Workshop
The Okaloosa County Commission is holding a budget policy workshop to discuss the FY2024 budget, covering revenue trends, fund balances, and debt. Key policy discussions include employee compensation and benefits, workforce housing, and funding for non-profits and mental health programs. No final decisions are made at this workshop; it is a discussion to guide the upcoming budget.
- Proposed 4% COLA for employees effective October 1, costing $2.2 million
- Potential $1.5 million set-aside for Paid Time Off (PTO) conversion
- Discussion of $340,000 contributions for Bayside Breeze and Princeton Grove housing tax credit projects
- Mental health pre-trial diversion program funding: $305,000 county share if state funds $175,000
- Land acquisition/protection program estimated first-year cost up to $150,000
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving $202,793 in public safety reimbursements for Beach Safety and the Sheriff's Office for February and March 2023, funded by tourist development taxes. The council will also vote on the February meeting minutes, a budget transfer for beach flag texts, a Sheriff's Office boat amendment, a Destin Fire agreement, and a FY 2023/24 artificial reef grant. Several informational items are also on the agenda.
- Public safety reimbursement request: $36,479.29 (Beach Safety Feb), $63,720 (Beach Safety Mar), $30,470.65 (Sheriff Feb), $72,123.46 (Sheriff Mar)
- Budget transfer from Public Safety Reserves for beach flag texts
- Sheriff FY23 Amendment 2 – Boat
- Destin Fire FY23 Agreement
- FY 2023/24 FWC Artificial Reef Grant
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Commission will hear the annual financial report, consider a 3% mid-year cost-of-living pay raise for county employees, and vote on several infrastructure contracts including airport parking, road widening, and sewer work. The agenda also includes a public hearing on boating speed restrictions and a rezoning request.
- 3% COLA pay increase for county employees effective May 1, 2023
- FDOT grant for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport overflow parking lot
- John King Road Widening right-of-way services, $402,592
- Santa Rosa Blvd Improvements design task order, $610,928
- Public hearing on boating speed restrictions near Liza Jackson Boat Ramp and other areas
Board of County Commissioners - Special Meeting
The Okaloosa County Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss litigation strategy in the Timberview Helicopters case and to vote on a new operating agreement and sub-lease allowing Timberview to resume commercial helicopter tours at Destin Executive Airport. The FAA ruled in Timberview's favor on one claim, requiring the county to allow operations. The board will decide whether to approve, reject, or table the agreement.
- Executive session on litigation strategy for Timberview Helicopters, Inc. v. Okaloosa County, FAA Docket No. 16-21-14
- Approval of Timberview Helicopters Operating Agreement and Sub-Lease with Lynx FBO Destin, LLC at Destin Executive Airport
- Operating agreement term: 5 years, renewable for 5 more years
- County to receive 5% of gross sales from Timberview operations
- Insurance requirements: $1,000,000 aviation premises liability and $100,000 property damage
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will consider approving initial funding of $750,000 from reserves for a new Central DOMES facility in Santa Rosa County, with an annual funding commitment based on a per-autopsy fee. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes contracts, ARPA subrecipient agreements, and a sidewalk construction project.
- Approve $248,128.44 for three 100kW portable generators from Cowin Equipment Co Inc
- Approve $67,320.90 change order for Old Bethel Road Sidewalk Improvements
- Approve $50,000 ARPA subrecipient agreements with Bridgeway Center, Gulf Coast Kid's House, Catholic Charities, Mental Health Association, Lakeview Center, and Okaloosa Aids Support
- Approve $17,250 in Law Enforcement Trust Fund disbursements for crime prevention programs
- Consider third extension of Burleson Springs Master Plan development order
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Board will consider approving $750,000 from county reserves to build a new Central DOMES facility in Santa Rosa County, with ongoing annual funding based on autopsy volume. The consent agenda includes $248,128 for three portable generators, a $234,708 task order for water line work, and $50,000 ARPA subrecipient agreements with six nonprofits. A third extension of the Burleson Springs Master Plan development order is also up for discussion.
- New Central DOMES facility in Santa Rosa County: $750,000 initial commitment plus annual per-autopsy funding (est. $1,500 each)
- Three 100kw portable generators from Cowin Equipment Co Inc for $248,128.44
- Task Order 12 with Gator Boring & Trenching Inc. for Jerry D. Mitchem WRF Effluent Disposal Expansion: $234,708.50
- Six ARPA subrecipient agreements totaling $310,000 (Bridgeway Center, Gulf Coast Kid's House, Catholic Charities, Mental Health Association, Lakeview Center, Okaloosa Aids Support)
- Third extension of development order 290043-SDR-2005 (Burleson Springs Master Plan)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering airport leases, grants, and purchases, plus public hearings on a rezoning and development agreement for Alabama & Holmes, LLC, and an ordinance to repeal local amendments to the Florida Building Code. Department business includes potential property sales and purchases, a road stabilization contract, and a workforce housing strategic plan.
- Public hearing on Future Land Use Map Amendment and Rezoning for Alabama & Holmes, LLC (Dist. 4)
- Consideration of Development Agreement with Alabama and Holmes, LLC for development rights
- Ordinance to repeal local amendments to the Florida Building Code
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for County Property at Shoal River Ranch Gigasite (Project LS2)
- Interlocal agreement with City of Ft. Walton Beach to purchase Fairgrounds Property and sell .42-acre parcel
Board of County Commissioners - Special Meeting
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to enter a closed executive session to discuss litigation strategy and a possible settlement in the case Timberview Helicopters, Inc. v. Okaloosa County (FAA Docket No. 16-21-14). No public votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is limited to the executive session and adjournment.
- Executive session on litigation strategy and settlement for Timberview Helicopters, Inc. v. Okaloosa County, FAA Docket No. 16-21-14
- Closed to the public; attendees include commissioners, county attorney, and special aviation attorney
- Meeting held at Crestview Courthouse, 101 E. James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving $61,394.98 in public safety reimbursements for January 2023, including $32,590.22 for Beach Safety and $28,803.76 for the Sheriff's Office, funded by tourist development taxes. The council will also review the January 24 meeting minutes, a financial update, and the Year Two Artificial Reef Plan. Other items are informational only, including quarterly statistics, a film report, and a check listing.
- Public Safety Reimbursement: Beach Safety $32,590.22 and Sheriff's Office $28,803.76 for January 2023
- Approval of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes
- Financial update for Tourist Development Department
- Artificial Reef Plan – Year Two presentation
- Informational items: quarterly statistics, film report, check listing, promotional opportunities reconciliation
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for 43 Lincoln Drive and on proposed ordinance changes for beach and park vendors, including chair and umbrella vendors on Okaloosa Island. The board will also consider several construction contracts, including sidewalk projects, road widening, and a stormwater upgrade, as well as a request to explore additional fish aggregating devices offshore.
- Public hearing on rezoning for 43 Lincoln Drive (Step One Investments, LLC)
- Ordinance changes for beach/park vendors, including wedding vendors and chair/umbrella vendors on Okaloosa Island
- $716,579 award for Stillwell Blvd. Sidewalk Project
- $564,439 award for Crestview Sidewalks Project – Phase II
- $623,793.61 contract for CEI on County Road 2 Widening and Resurfacing
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving public safety reimbursements for Beach Safety and the Sheriff's Office, review the financial update, and discuss the 2023 Destination Stewardship plan and CEO Summit international travel. The meeting also includes approval of the December 13, 2022 minutes and informational reports on film, checks, and promotional opportunities.
- Public Safety Reimbursement: Beach Safety $40,835.98 and Sheriff $70,999.10 for December
- Destination Stewardship 2023 plan discussion
- CEO Summit international travel discussion
- Approval of Dec 13, 2022 meeting minutes
- Financial update review
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on amending the county code to ban smoking and vaping in county-owned parks and beaches. The board will also consider several infrastructure contracts, including a $3.2 million award for the Shoal River Ranch Gigasite project and a $1.08 million stormwater construction contract, plus changes to beach vendor rules and creation of park ranger positions.
- Public hearing to ban smoking and vaping in county parks and beaches
- $3,217,188 FDEO award for Shoal River Ranch Gigasite Critical Infrastructure Project
- $1,084,687.01 contract with Dalton Brothers Inc. for Bob White Drive Stormwater Improvements
- Consideration of two new Park Rangers positions under Public Safety
- Consideration of changes to Beach Vendor Ordinance for weddings, chairs, and umbrellas
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will consider a smoking ban in county parks and beaches, approve numerous equipment purchases and contracts, and hold public hearings on a water-sewer project and a mobile home development. The agenda includes consent items, public hearings, and new business, with several large-dollar procurements and grant acceptances.
- Smoking ban in county-owned parks and beaches (new business)
- Public hearing: OCWS effluent main construction, estimated $890,000
- Public hearing: Development agreement with Crestview Mobile Home Village, LLC
- Purchase of 12 ambulance stretchers from Stryker for $374,212.44
- Contract with Bearden Electric for sheriff's training center generator, $294,397