Washington County BOCC public meetings in 2024
29 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings on several Small Scale Future Land Use Map amendments and revisions to the Tri-County Airport Overlay Zone. The meeting also includes discussions on emergency management subgrants, infrastructure projects, and county vouchers.
- Public hearings for Small Scale Future Land Use Map amendments (Confidential, Carter, 842 Rattlebox Road LLC, and Chase)
- Land Development Code revisions for the Tri-County Airport Overlay Zone
- November vouchers totaling $2,458,765.40
- Subgrant agreement modifications with the Division of Emergency Management for residential acquisitions and EMS station wind retrofit
- CDBG grant administration and engineering agreements with David H. Melvin
Regular Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a small-scale future land use map amendment for the Castillo property and a major development review for a Teramore Dollar General store. The board will also consider purchasing an ambulance, renewing inmate catastrophic medical insurance, and approving a firefighter assistance grant.
- Public hearing on Castillo Small Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment
- Public hearing on Teramore Dollar General Major Development Review
- Purchase of ambulance discussed by EMS Director
- Inmate Catastrophic Medical Insurance Renewal considered
- Firefighter Assistance Grant approval for Washington County Fire Services
Special Board Meeting
The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution to exchange property for the Vernon Sportsplex. The agenda includes a proclamation, adoption of the agenda, and public participation. The meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.
- Vernon Sportsplex Property Exchange Resolution
Regular Meeting
The Board will hold a public hearing on the New Hope Dunes Course Major Development Review application and a second hearing on the CDBG grant application. Commissioners will also consider consent items including the 2025 holiday schedule, a library construction grant resolution, and approval to seek bids for the Sunny Hills repaving plan. Agenda items include a Florida Forest Service annual report, an emergency management grant, resolutions for property acquisition related to Hurricane Ian, and a road agreement for Hartford Boulevard.
- Public hearing on New Hope Dunes Course Major Development Review application
- Second public hearing on Washington County CDBG grant application
- Approval to proceed with RFP for Sunny Hills repaving plan
- Approval of updated resolution for Sam Mitchell Public Library Construction Grant
- Request for approval of three resolutions for Community Development Plan and match
Board Workshop
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the 2025 board meeting and holiday schedules, a professional staff services agreement for the SQG program, an updated resolution for the Sam Mitchell Public Library construction grant, and job description updates. They will also receive updates on the Sunny Hills repaving RFP, FEMA, public works, parks, and engineering projects.
- Discussion of 2025 Board Meeting and Workshop Schedule
- Discussion of 2025 Holiday Schedule
- Agreement for Professional Staff Services: Washington County SQG FY 2024-2025
- Updated Resolution for Sam Mitchell Public Library Construction Grant
- Request for Proposal (RFP) for Sunny Hills Repaving
Regular Meeting
The Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase to the Tourist Development Council tax levy. The consent agenda includes approval of a generator project amendment, a CDBG-ED project agreement, a mosquito control contract, the 2024-2025 pay plan, and several road-related items. Agenda items cover a sheriff's update, cyberbullying discussion, an estuary week resolution, health department contract, E911 grants, an EDA grant, medical examiner interlocal agreement, and adoption of the TDC tax ordinance.
- Public hearing on Tourist Development Council tax levy increase
- Approval of 2024-2025 WCBOCC Pay Plan
- Approval to advertise Dumajack Road for construction and detour for drainage improvements
- Approval of 2024-2025 MSBU Road Project Plan
- Approval of August vouchers totaling $2,444,379.34
Final Budget Hearing
The Washington County Board of Commissioners holds its final budget hearing for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board will vote on resolutions to adopt the millage rate of 8.5000, the annual budget, and the MSBU budget. The millage rate is 7.87% above the rolled-back rate, and taxable value increased to $1.34 billion.
- Millage rate resolution set at 8.5000
- 2024-2025 fiscal year budget resolution
- 2024-2025 MSBU budget resolution
- Local state of emergency declaration by Public Safety Director Lynne Abel
Board Workshop
The Board will hold a public hearing on the 2023 CDBG application and fair housing, then discuss an elections update, a grant amendment, a CDBG-ED project agreement, the 2025 planning commission schedule, a mosquito control contract, a Highway 79 Corridor budget agreement, an employee assistance program, the 2024-2025 pay plan, a value adjustment board appointment, and Singer Road. Engineering items include advertising Dumajack Road for construction and approving a detour for drainage improvements, plus a contract cancellation discussion. The administrator will address extending the 2024 tax roll, tax deeds, Crystal Lake Drive, Davidson Road, and a fire services position.
- Public hearing on Washington County 2023 CDBG Application and Fair Housing
- Approval of 2024-2025 WCBOCC Pay Plan ($13.00 MIN)
- Request to advertise Dumajack Road for construction and approve detour for drainage improvements
- FDACS Contract for Mosquito Control
- Highway 79 Corridor Authority Interlocal Budget Agreement
Final Budget Hearing
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a tentative budget hearing to consider and potentially adopt the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 millage rate and budget. The proposed millage rate remains at 8.5000, which is 7.87% above the rolled-back rate, and the gross taxable value has increased to $1.34 billion. The board will vote separately on the millage rate, the overall budget, and the MSBU (Municipal Services Benefit Unit) budget. Public comments are allowed per Florida Statute.
- Millage rate resolution set at 8.5000 mills
- FY 2024-2025 budget resolution
- MSBU budget resolution for FY 2024-2025
- Gross taxable value: $1,343,651,067 (up from $1,217,275,915)
- Public hearing advertised via TRIM notices
Board Workshop
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop. The primary agenda item is the discussion of the proposed 2024-25 budget.
- Proposed 2024-25 Budget
Special Board Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a statement of support and amendment for the Duer Family Home Exemption, a contract with Henry Grimes DBA Grimes Farms, and an EDA grant discussion. Other items include reallocating CDBG-DR funds, a dock approval, a statement of assurance, and a change order for Ag Center drainage.
- Statement of Support and Amendment for Duer Family Home Exemption
- Henry Grimes DBA Grimes Farms Contract Discussion
- EDA Grant Discussion with Melvin Engineering
- M0100 and M0132 Letter and Amendment for Reallocating CDBG-DR Funds
- Change Order No. 2 for Ag Center Drainage
Regular Meeting
The Board will hold public hearings on several development and land-use items, including a development order extension, two small-scale future land use map amendments, a special exception for a communications tower, and a major development review for an RV park. The board will also discuss the condition of the Chipley Animal Shelter, consider purchasing EMS equipment using impact fees, and review a scope of services for a state grant agreement.
- Public hearing on Vertical Bridge/Hooper Tower special exception and variance
- Public hearing on Zlotea RV Park major development review application
- Discussion of Chipley Animal Shelter condition based on citizen petition
- Request to purchase extrication equipment and cardiac monitor for EMS using impact fees
- Approval of July vouchers totaling $3,596,705.52
Board Workshop
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hear presentations from four firms for RFQ 2024-01 State Lobbying Services. They will also consider an amendment to a FDEP agreement, a solid waste management agreement, and an exempt/non-exempt status update for public works supervisors. Other items include a FEMA update, a mowing contract addendum for Sunny Hills, a school board firing range property lease, an ARPA funds response, and a Highway 79 corridor grant reassignment discussion.
- Presentations for RFQ 2024-01 State Lobbying Services from Gray Robinson, JEJ & Associates, Pinpoint Results, and The Southern Group
- Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 23PLN71 between FDEP and Washington County
- Small County Consolidated Solid Waste Management Agreement
- Sunny Hills Mowing Contract Addendum No. 1
- Washington County School Board Firing Range Property Lease Agreement
Regular Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda including a tourism lodging tax increase ballot measure, approval of $173,836 for four pickup trucks and $140,054 for a semi truck, and a $200,000 insurance rate cap. They will also discuss the Grassy Pond Ranches HOA dissolution, a Choctawhatchee Bay estuary resolution, debris on River Road, a library expansion grant, and road improvements for CR 280 Douglas Ferry Road.
- Approval of Tourism Lodging Tax Increase Ballot Language
- Approval to Purchase 4 Pickup Trucks Totaling $173,836.08 from Cash Carry Forward
- Approval to Purchase 2022 Kenworth T880 Semi Truck Totaling $140,053.94 and Surplus Existing Mack Semi Truck
- Approval of Benecon Insurance Rate Approval for 2024-2025 with Board Approving to cover up to $200,000.00
- FL Commerce Grant Agreement for Chipley Library Expansion
Board Workshop
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially approve several items, including insurance rates, tourism tax ballot language, professional services for the landfill, and a grant agreement. They will also discuss a child custody exchange zone, an event ordinance, and a recreation field, among other topics.
- Benecon Insurance Rate Approval for 2024-2025
- Tourism Lodging Tax Increase Ballot Language
- 2024 Mud Hill Landfill Professional Engineering Services
- FY 24-25 Emergency Preparedness and Assistance Grant (EMPA) - $105,806
- Request to Appoint Danny Exum to Tri-County Airport Authority Seat 8
Regular Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt the Sunny Hills annual rate resolution and consider a consent agenda that includes approving a tourism lodging tax increase referendum for the November 2024 ballot, a change order for a vulnerability assessment, and appointments to local boards. They will also discuss bridge and culvert replacements, a small-scale future land use map amendment in Vernon, and a proposed building department plan submittal fee. The meeting includes routine items like adopting minutes, public participation, and recognizing individuals.
- Public hearing: Sunny Hills Annual Rate Resolution
- Approval of Tourism Lodging Tax Increase Referendum on November 2024 Ballot
- Approval of 23PLN71 Washington County Vulnerability Assessment Change Order
- Discussion: Sylvania Road Bridge Replacement and Keenkutter Culvert Replacement
- Powell (Vernon) Small Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment
Board Workshop
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a potential tourism lodging tax increase referendum, fire services, and various appointments. The board will also review the SHIP annual report, a vulnerability assessment change order, and a library meeting room policy. This is a discussion session, not a final decision meeting.
- Fire Services Discussion led by County Attorney Clay Milton
- SHIP Annual Report and Certification presented by Candace Thames
- 23PLN71 Washington County Vulnerability Assessment Change Order
- Tourism Lodging Tax Increase Referendum Approval presented by TDC Director Heather Lopez
- Tri-County Airport Authority Appointment of Jonathan Barnett
Special Board Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding an emergency/special meeting to discuss two items: applying for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds for a shelter generator project and a FEMA discussion. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including a proclamation, public participation, and adoption of the agenda.
- HMGP Hurricane Idalia funds application for shelter generator project
- FEMA discussion led by Chairman David Pettis Jr.
Regular Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on four land use map amendments and a Verizon tower special exception, then vote on a consent agenda with contracts, budget transfers, and purchases. The meeting also includes recognitions, department updates, and a request to close a road for a 5K run.
- Public hearings on Cotton, Powell (Chipley), and Powell (Vernon) small scale future land use map amendments
- Grantham Verizon Tower special exception and major development review
- Renewal of Circle P DBA Legendary Lawn and Maintenance contract adding Wausau and Vernon EMS stations
- Increase E911 budget by $100,000 and transfer $90,000 from E911 to general budget
- Purchase playground equipment for Wilder Park totaling $67,479.12 and award North Florida Construction $165,954 for Ag Center drainage
Board Workshop
The Board of Commissioners will discuss several departmental requests including vehicle purchases and budget adjustments. The workshop also includes updates on the MSBU advisory committee, FEMA coordination, and the introduction of a new Public Works Director.
- Animal Control truck purchase
- E-911 budget adjustment request
- Vehicle purchase for Ag Center/Extension Office
- Sunny Hills Public Library & Community Center discussion
- Wilder Park Playground rebuild and MSBU assessment discussion
Regular Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on two small-scale future land use map amendments (Smith and White), and discuss several operational items including a career firefighter job description, handbook updates, and pay plan. They will also consider a contract renewal for lawn maintenance, an animal control resolution on impoundment fees, and approve March vouchers totaling $3,474,167.12.
- Public hearing on Smith Small Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment
- Public hearing on White Small Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment
- Approval of March vouchers totaling $3,474,167.12
- Discussion of Career Firefighter Job Description, Handbook Updates, and Pay Plan
- Animal Control Resolution on impoundment fees
Board Workshop
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a historical records project, a lawn maintenance contract renewal, a road intersection, and an ordinance for Hartford Boulevard. The agenda also includes updates from FEMA, MSBU, public works, parks, and engineering, plus discussions on a lobbyist, mowing contract, building official, grants, real estate broker services, and an inmate supervisor request. This is a discussion session, not a final decision meeting.
- Washington County Historical Records Project with Kofile (Trae Scism)
- Circle P Enterprises, LLC DBA Legendary Lawn Maintenance contract renewal
- Discussion on Strickland Road and Highway 20 intersection
- Ordinance for Hartford Boulevard for TRIP scoring
- Inmate Supervisor Full Time Equivalent request
Special Board Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding an emergency/special meeting to consider a single agenda item: approval of an amendment to Agreement No. 23PLN71 with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, related to the county's comprehensive plan. The meeting includes routine procedures such as call to order, invocation, pledge, and public comment. No other substantive business is listed.
- Approval of Amendment to Agreement No. 23PLN71 with the Department of Environmental Protection
- Amendment concerns Washington County Comprehensive Plan (document 23PLN71 A1)
- Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit per person
- Next regular meeting scheduled as a workshop on April 11, 2024
Regular Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider several agenda items, including a FEMA coordinator's report on road projects, a statewide mutual aid agreement, and approval of February vouchers totaling $3,837,876.47. The board will also discuss appointments to MSBU committees, equipment purchases, and various resolutions. Public participation is allowed under Florida Statute 286.0114.
- Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement and Resolution
- Order Imposing Fine/Administrative Lien (Resolution 2023-12)
- Notice to Proceed for Worley Road (ITB 2024-01)
- Purchase of F250 and F350 Trucks and 4 Ton Asphalt Hot Box
- February Vouchers totaling $3,837,876.47
Special Board Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss several items, including a public meeting on a vulnerability assessment, an advance payment request for that assessment, discussions on SCRAP and SCOP projects, a mowing contract for MSBU, and the assumption of Highway 79 authority. The agenda is mostly discussion items, with no final votes scheduled.
- Vulnerability Assessment Public Meeting and Advanced Payment Request
- SCRAP and SCOP Project Discussion
- MSBU Mowing Contract Discussion
- Highway 79 Authority Assumption and Interlocal Agreement
Regular Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a small-scale future land use map amendment for property at 4850 Wilderness Road, Vernon. They will also consider consent agenda items including contracts, change orders, and a $25,637.36 opioid funds request for Sheriff crews. The board will hear announcements, including a $3,997,816 library expansion grant, and discuss rock hauling and other administrative matters.
- Public hearing and vote on small-scale future land use map amendment for 4850 Wilderness Road, Vernon
- Approval of opioids funds request for Sheriff crews totaling $25,637.36
- Approval of notices of award for Worley Road Mitigation Project Sections B and C, contingent on DEM/FEMA approval
- Announcement of Washington County Public Library Expansion Grant totaling $3,997,816
- Approval of January vouchers totaling $3,842,606.53
Board Workshop
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially approve several administrative and project-related items. These include a cash carry-forward transfer, generator maintenance contracts, a SHIP change order, a FEMA mitigation project, and multiple engineering change orders. The agenda also includes updates from various departments and a discussion on community center rental charges.
- Approval for cash carry forward transfer for items approved at January 18, 2024 meeting
- FL Detroit Diesel contracts for generator maintenance (35KW, 60KW, 80KW, 90KW, 200KW)
- SHIP change order for Holley Development Group
- ITB 2024-01 Worley Road Mitigation Project
- Change Order Number 4 for ITB 2022-07 with HMB Professional Engineers, Inc.
Regular Meeting
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a small-scale future land use map amendment for the Fears property and a variance for a replacement tower for the City of Chipley Police Department. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including a public relations services RFP award, a sheriff's office grant overage, equipment purchases, a final change order, and adding a full-time employee for Public Works Director. Other agenda items include an invitation to a Jackson County event and a reimbursement request from County Oaks.
- Public hearing: Fears Small Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment
- Public hearing: City of Chipley Police Department Replacement Tower variance
- Approval of Public Relations Services RFP Award
- Approval to purchase CAT 950GC Loader, Backhoe Trailer, surplus existing loader and woodchipper
- Approval to add FTE for Public Works Director and permission to advertise
Board Workshop
The Washington County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a FEMA home buyout program, an RFP award for public relations services, a sheriff's office grant overage request, and emergency generator repairs. The board will also consider purchasing a CAT 950GC loader, road project awards, and approve December vouchers totaling $3,026,857.35.
- Home Buyout Program Discussion - FEMA Coordinator
- Public Relations Services RFP Award - TDC Director
- Sheriff Office Grant Overage Request
- Purchase of CAT 950GC Loader
- December Vouchers Totaling $3,026,857.35