Escambia County public meetings in 2021

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review three specific land-use and variance cases. The board will determine if the requested projects meet county zoning and development standards.

• Case CU-2021-16: Request for a self storage facility with truck and trailer rentals at 7300 N Davis Hwy & 800 Blk Bloodworth Ln
• Case V-2021-08: Request for an additional sign in RMU zoning at 7100 Hwy 97
• Case CU-2021-18: Request for a telecommunications tower over 150 feet at 2222 N Hwy 95A

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use for a self-storage facility with truck and trailer rentals at 7300 N Davis Hwy & 800 Blk Bloodworth Ln, and approved a conditional use for a telecommunications tower over 150 feet at 2222 N Hwy 95A. The board denied a variance request for an additional sign in RMU zoning at 7100 Hwy 97. All votes were unanimous except for the tower case, which passed 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved conditional use for self-storage facility with truck and trailer rentals at 7300 N Davis Hwy & 800 Blk Bloodworth Ln (5-0)
• Denied variance for additional sign in RMU zoning at 7100 Hwy 97 (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for telecommunications tower over 150 feet at 2222 N Hwy 95A (4-0, Jennifer Bass absent)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for several site plans and plats. The body is also holding pre-application meetings for new developments, including a Chick-fil-a. Some items are for internal staff review only and not open to the public.

• Final application for Perdido Bay Boat Ramp
• Final application for Heron's Landing Townhomes (142 Lots) at 899 Dogtrack Rd
• Final application for Pine Forest Multi-Family Apartments at 9121 Pine Forest Rd
• Pre-application meeting for Chick-fil-a Pens #1389 at 1757 E. Nine Mile Rd
• Final application for Iron Rock at Hwy 97 (290 Lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved five final development applications, including the Perdido Bay Boat Ramp, Iron Rock subdivision, Heron's Landing Townhomes, and Pine Forest Multi-Family Apartments. One application, Project 52 Phase II, was tabled. The committee also held pre-application meetings for three projects and reviewed two initial applications internally.

• Approved Perdido Bay Boat Ramp (D1 SP 21094046PSP)
• Approved Iron Rock, Hwy 97 290 Lots (D5 FP 21093802PSD-FP)
• Approved Heron's Landing Townhomes, 899 Dogtrack Rd 142 Lots (D1 PP 21031105PSD-PP and D1 CP 21062725PSD-CP)
• Tabled Project 52 Phase II, 3811 W Nine Mile Rd (D1 SP 21093836PSP)
• Approved Pine Forest Multi-Family Apartments, 9121 Pine Forest Rd (D3 SP 21083526PSP)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will review revenue status reports and consider several funding requests.

• Five Flags Speedway request
• Gulf Coast Jazz Festival request
• Monument to Women Veterans request
• Creation of TDT Restricted Marketing Fund committee
• TDC Chair and Vice Chair elections

The Tourist Development Council approved $76,000 for the Monument to Women Veterans project, with a stipulation that the applicant (William Banks) must change his business model to an LLC or 501(c)(3) to receive future funding. The council also approved $55,000 for the Five Flags Speedway FRX Event, created a committee for a restricted marketing fund, and re-elected David Bear and Ronald Rivera as Chair and Vice Chair. All votes were unanimous except the monument vote, which was 7-1.

• Approved $76,000 for Monument to Women Veterans (7-1, Patel no)
• Approved $55,000 for Five Flags Speedway FRX Event (8-0)
• Created TDT Restricted Reserves Committee, appointed Cronley chair and Patel member (8-0)
• Re-elected David Bear as Chair and Ronald Rivera as Vice Chair (8-0)
• Approved minutes from October 12, 2021 (6-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final applications for several commercial and residential projects. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for four additional sites. Some items are for internal staff review only and not open to the public.

• Final application for Xtreme RV Park at 9113 Untreiner Ave
• Final applications for Heron's Landing Townhomes (142 Lots) at 899 Dogtrack Rd
• Final application for Adventure Tropic Jet Ski Rentals at 10541 Gulf Beach Highway
• Final application for BGS Marine Sales at 3904 W Navy Blvd
• Pre-application meetings for Elegant Natural Stone, a Garage/Workshop, Buelah Plaza, and Johnson Townhomes

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved three final site plan applications: Xtreme RV Park, Adventure Tropic Jet Ski Rentals, and BGS Marine Sales. The Heron's Landing Townhomes project (142 lots) was tabled. Several pre-application meetings and initial review items were also discussed.

• Approved Xtreme RV Park, 9113 Untreiner Ave
• Approved Adventure Tropic Jet Ski Rentals, 10541 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Approved BGS Marine Sales, 3904 W Navy Blvd
• Tabled Heron's Landing Townhomes, 899 Dogtrack Rd (142 lots)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to review and decide on six different rezoning requests. These requests involve changing land use designations for properties on Davis Hwy, Hwy 95A, Pace Pkwy, and Pine Forest Rd.

• Case Z-2021-13: 7300 N Davis Hwy & 800 Block of Bloodworth Lane to Commercial district
• Case Z-2021-15: 2900 Hwy 95A to Industrial district
• Case Z-2021-16: 2800 Hwy 95A N and 16 E Quintette Rd to Industrial district
• Case Z-2021-17: 3.34 acres to Industrial district
• Case Z-2021-14: 6722 Pine Forest Rd to Public district

The Escambia County Planning Board held a rezoning meeting on December 7, 2021, and voted on six rezoning cases. All six cases were recommended for approval to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC), with one case (Z-2021-14) approved by a 5-1 vote. The board also approved the meeting minutes, accepted the meeting packet, and waived the reading of the legal advertisement.

• Approved waiver of legal advertisement reading (7-0)
• Approved November 2, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting packet (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-2021-13 (7300 N Davis Hwy) to BCC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-2021-15 (2900 Hwy 95A) to BCC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-2021-16 (2800 Hwy 95A N) to BCC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-2021-17 (26-2N-31-4203-000-001) to BCC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Z-2021-18 (117 Pace Pkwy) to BCC (6-0)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is meeting to review a Small Scale Amendment to the Future Land Use Map and a development agreement for Wildwood Estates. The board will provide recommendations on these items to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Public hearing for Future Land Use Map amendment SSA-2021-08
• Public hearing for Wildwood Estates development agreement

The Escambia County Planning Board voted 6-0 to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for a small-scale Future Land Use map amendment (SSA-2021-08) and a development agreement with Wildwood Estates. The board also approved the November 2, 2021 meeting minutes and accepted the meeting packet. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of FLU map amendment SSA-2021-08 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Wildwood Estates development agreement (6-0)
• Approved November 2, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (6-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review funding and lien agreements for residential home improvements. The board will consider specific grants for roofing and the cancellation of a previous program lien.

• Residential Rehab Grant for Alice R. Reneau at 3401 West La Rua Street: $6,000 for roofing
• Residential Roof Program Grant for Tangie Mills McCarty at 1000 West Fisher Street: $14,750 for roofing
• Cancellation of Residential Rehab Grant Program Lien for Michelle S. Johnson at 633 Lakewood Road: $3,625

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for the public forum. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the text.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board heard comments from seven speakers but took no action.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider updating district lines based on 2020 Census data and review several rezoning and land use requests. The meeting also includes decisions on community redevelopment trust funds and a street lighting unit for Williams Place Subdivision.

• Amending district lines for the Board of County Commissioners based on 2020 Census data
• Transfer of machinery and equipment to the Sheriff's Office valued at $3,350,920.54
• Petition to vacate an alleyway between North "P" Street and North Pace Boulevard
• Creation of the Williams Place Subdivision Street Lighting Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU)
• Rezoning requests for 11710 Gulf Beach Highway, John Wilson Road, and Highway 98 W

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board will review applications for plumbing examinations and license reinstatements. The board will also hold a probable cause hearing regarding a complaint against Sea Shell Construction Group, LLC.

• Examination application for Marvin Griffin (Master Plumbing w/ Gas)
• License reinstatement for Jacob Cunningham (RU11066612)
• License reinstatement for Mark Very (RR282811645)
• Probable cause hearing for Cyrus Shams dba Sea Shell Construction Group, LLC regarding 6761 Bellview Pines Rd.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for several residential subdivisions and commercial projects. The body is also holding pre-application meetings for four new proposed developments.

• LexLee Estates: 56 lots at 6000 Blk Blue Angel Pkwy
• Fallchase at Pathstone Commercial Subdivision: 5 lots on Nine Mile Rd
• Mary Annetta Estates: 45 lots at 9100 N Eight Mile Creek Rd
• Sutton Place: 38 lots at 310 W Roberts Rd
• Aero Spaces Housing Multi-Family at 3001 Langley Ave

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review final applications for three residential subdivisions. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for four new developments and conduct internal staff reviews for four additional projects.

• Final application for Taylor Ridge, 1905 W Detroit Blvd (19 Lots)
• Final application for Madelyn Woods, 10307 Tanon Rd (22 Lots)
• Final application for Bluebird Haven, 8615 Untreiner Ave (40 Lots)
• Pre-application for Madison Shores Apartments, 7045 Pine Forest Rd
• Pre-application for Palafox St Commercial Gym, 10280 N Palafox St

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review two specific land-use cases. The board will consider requests for a standalone dog kennel and a side setback variance for a garage.

• Case CU-2021-17: Request for a standalone dog kennel at 8625 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Case V-2021-07: Request for a side setback variance for a garage at 16411 innerarity Point Rd

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use for a standalone dog kennel at 8625 Gulf Beach Hwy with conditions, and denied a side setback variance for a garage at 16411 Innerarity Point Rd. Both decisions were made with recorded votes.

• Approved conditional use for dog kennel at 8625 Gulf Beach Hwy (4-1)
• Denied side setback variance for garage at 16411 Innerarity Point Rd (4-1)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public forum. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the text.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned with no substantive decisions. Ten individuals spoke during the public comment period, but no actions were taken by the board.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on two federal grant applications for mass transit capital and operating expenses. The body will also consider an ordinance to update airport protection zoning regulations.

• Grant application for $3.4 million in FTA 5339 funding for transit facility renovations
• Grant application for $6,594,653 in FTA 5307 ARPA funds for operating and capital expenses
• Ordinance to repeal and replace AICUZ/AIPD airport protection zoning regulations
• Final plat approval for Preserve at Deer Run, Phase Three (98-lot subdivision)
• Partial lien relief requests for 1758 Tate Road and 266 N Carys Lane

The Board approved moving forward with the Beach Haven NE Phase IIA & IIB Drainage & Sanitary Sewer Construction Project, including contracts totaling over $15.5 million, funded by a mix of state grants, local option sales tax, and BP settlement funds. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Underhill voting no. The Board also approved a $3.4 million federal transit grant application, a $6.59 million ARPA transit grant application, and an ordinance updating airport zoning regulations.

• Approved Beach Haven NE Phase IIA & IIB drainage/sewer project with contracts totaling $15,519,392.08 (4-1)
• Approved $3.4M FTA 5339 grant application for mass transit capital expenses (4-0)
• Approved $6,594,653 FTA 5307 ARPA grant application for transit operating/capital (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-40 repealing/replacing AICUZ/AIPD airport zoning regulations (4-0)
• Approved partial lien relief for property at 1758 Tate Road (unanimous)
• Approved partial lien relief for SHIP loan at 266 N. Carys Lane (4-0)
• Approved $450,000 transfer for SW Greenway land acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 for Thanksgiving turkey/ham giveaway and $500 for Achieve Academy giveaway (unanimous)

Electrical Examiner

The Escambia County Board of Electrical Examiners is meeting to review complaints against two electrical contractors. The board will determine if there is probable cause for further action regarding these specific cases.

• Probable cause hearing for James Hughes Jr (DTR Electric SE, LLC) regarding 1434 Lemhurst Rd.
• Probable cause hearing for James Danley (Eagle Electric of Pensacola, Inc.) regarding 8244 Ridgefield Rd.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final applications and hold pre-application meetings for several projects. The board will review site plans and subdivisions for residential and commercial use.

• Final application for Talcon Warehouse at 8820 Grow Rd
• Final application for Taylor Ridge (19 lots) at 1905 W Detroit Blvd
• Final application for Tate School Road Minor Subdivision (3 lots) at 1400 Tate Rd
• Pre-application for Church's Asphalt/Gravel Parking Lot at 5811 Saint Elmo Street
• Pre-application for Antoon/Buck Condominium at 14757 Perdido Key Dr

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a proposed redistricting map and the transfer of 19 census blocks from District 3 to District 2. The body will consider authorizing staff to schedule a public hearing for the adoption of new district boundaries on December 2, 2021.

• Proposed transfer of 19 census blocks from District 3 to District 2
• Discussion of the 2022 Gulf Coast Summerfest Jazz Edition - William Banks Enterprise, Inc.
• Review of the Legislative Wish List for the December 7, 2021 delegation meeting
• Scheduling of a Public Hearing for new district boundaries on December 2, 2021

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on November 9, 2021, and took one substantive action: it adopted a corrected 2021 redistricting map that makes District 3 and District 2 boundaries coterminous with the city boundary, directed staff to proceed with the map, and scheduled a public hearing for adoption on December 2, 2021. The motion carried 4-1, with Commissioner Underhill voting no. Other agenda items—discussing the 2022 Gulf Coast Summerfest Jazz Edition, the legislative wish list, and a proposed redistricting map—were discussed but no action was taken on them.

• Adopted corrected 2021 redistricting map (4-1, Underhill no)
• Directed staff to proceed with selected 2021 redistricting map
• Authorized advertising map and legal descriptions, scheduled public hearing for Dec. 2, 2021 at 5:35 p.m.
• Gave direction to William Banks to submit request to Tourist Development Council with pro forma sheet
• Agreed to include Beulah Interchange and Brownsville Septic to Sewer Conversion on legislative wish list, to finalize later

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss three primary topics. The session includes reviews of cost-sharing for a new District One Medical Examiner Services Facility, jail medical healthcare, and charter government.

• Cost-sharing for the New District One Medical Examiner Services Facility
• Jail Medical/Healthcare
• Charter Government

The Committee of the Whole workshop held discussions on three topics but took no formal votes or decisions. On the medical examiner facility, the board heard a cost-sharing proposal with Escambia County expected to fund 35%, and supported continued negotiations. For jail medical care, the board reviewed costs and an unsolicited proposal from Naphcare, which was estimated to cost $2.3 million more than current county services, and supported moving forward with an RFP. A presentation on charter government was heard with supportive comments, but no action was taken.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only
• Supported continued negotiations on medical examiner facility cost share
• Supported moving forward with RFP for contracted medical services
• Discussed charter government study commission, no action

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing updates on the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project and a draft ordinance for Comprehensive Water Way Management. Members are also discussing the Optional Vessel Registration Fee and potential funding for boating-related projects.

• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project: 60% plans provided by consultants
• Comprehensive Water Way Management: Development of a draft ordinance for review
• Optional Vessel Registration Fee (FL Statute 328.66) discussion
• Review of funding for boat ramp construction, maintenance, and dredging

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land use and zoning changes, including a request to move property on Innerarity Island to conservation status. The meeting also includes reviews of development agreements and ordinances related to airport protection and pari-mutuel cardrooms.

• Rezoning of 32 acres on Innerarity Island from residential/mixed-use to Conservation
• Future Land Use amendments for parcels near State Highway 29 and W. Quintette Road
• Ordinance to identify state licensed pari-mutuel cardrooms as permitted uses
• Adoption of the OLF-8 Master Plan Area zoning and supporting documents
• Review of the Leeward Development Agreement with Leeward Subdivision, Phase III, LLC

The Board approved the OLF-8 Master Plan zoning ordinance, a conservation rezoning on Innerarity Island, and a development agreement for Leeward Subdivision. It also approved a partial lien release, numerous budget items, and confirmed the hiring of a Waste Services Director. Several items were dropped or tabled, including the Beach Haven sewer project and redistricting discussion.

• Approved OLF-8 Master Plan zoning ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved conservation rezoning on Innerarity Island (unanimous)
• Approved Leeward Development Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved partial lien release for 6110 Schaag Road (unanimous)
• Approved $6.44M Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline grant (unanimous)
• Approved $1.3M Roger Scott Tennis Improvements interlocal agreement (unanimous)
• Confirmed Donald Seitz as Waste Services Director (4-0)
• Dropped Beach Haven NE sewer project for two weeks (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing funding and lien agreements for various residential improvement programs. These include grants for electrical re-wiring, windows, and roofing at several properties.

• Five Residential Rehab Grant Program agreements for roofing, electrical re-wiring, and windows
• Residential Rehab grant for 31 Milton Road: $3,450
• Residential Rehab grant for 6336 Antietam Drive: $4,637
• Residential Rehab grant for 413 South First Street: $5,433
• Residential Rehab grant for 210 West Sunset Avenue: $5,950

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was convened and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board heard comments from 17 individuals but took no official action.

Contractor Competency

The Competency Board is meeting to review applications for contractor examinations and a request for a change of trade. The board will also conduct a probable cause hearing regarding a complaint against Marc Mihalsky.

• Probable cause hearing for Marc Mihalsky (Blue Haven Pools on the Gulf, LLC) regarding a complaint at 10560 Squall Line Rd.
• Request by Gary Brock II to change trade from building contractor to residential contractor
• Examination applications for General Contractor (Eric Shorter, Jermey Allen)
• Examination applications for Mechanical, Sheet Metal, and Air Conditioning 'B' (Joel Howell, Sam Yu)
• Examination applications for Specialty Structure and Unlimited Roofing (Jeffery Griner, Victor Godinez)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to process final and pre-application reviews for several land development projects. The session includes reviews for residential subdivisions and commercial kiosks. Some items are for internal staff review only.

• Final application for Leeward Subdivision Phase 3 at 584 Dowhaul Dr
• Pre-application for Luke Street Minor Subdivision at 3422 Luke St
• Pre-application for Arrowhead Subdivision at 5101 Arrowhead
• Pre-application for Scooters Coffee Kiosk at 6800 N. Pensacola Blvd
• Internal staff review for Beulah Fire Station at 6400 W 9 Mile Rd

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is meeting to consider four rezoning applications. The board will determine if specific properties should change their land-use designations to allow for different residential or commercial densities.

• Case Z-2021-10: 11710 Gulf Beach Hwy from High Density Residential to Low Density Mixed-Use
• Case Z-2021-11: 78.28 acre property from Agricultural to Medium Density Residential
• Case Z-2021-12: 9720 and 9722 Highway 98 W from High Density Mixed-Use to Commercial
• Case Z-2021-09: 11355 Lillian Hwy from Low Density Residential to High Commercial and Light Industrial

The Escambia County Planning Board held a rezoning meeting on November 2, 2021, and made recommendations on four cases. It recommended denial of a rezoning at 11710 Gulf Beach Hwy (Z-2021-10) from high-density residential to low-density mixed-use, with one member abstaining. It recommended approval of a 78-acre rezoning to medium-density residential (Z-2021-11) and a commercial rezoning at 9720/9722 Highway 98 W (Z-2021-12). A fourth case (Z-2021-09) was continued.

• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021 rezoning meeting (6-0)
• Denied rezoning at 11710 Gulf Beach Hwy from HDR to LDMU (5-0, one abstention)
• Approved rezoning of 78.28 acres from Agricultural to MDR (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 9720/9722 Highway 98 W from HDMU to Commercial (6-0)
• Granted continuance for rezoning at 11355 Lillian Hwy (6-0)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will hold public hearings to review several ordinances and agreements. The board will make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding land use map changes and updates to the Land Development Code.

• Four Small Scale Amendments to the Future Land Use Map: SSA-2021-03, SSA-2021-05, SSA-2021-06, and SSA-2021-07
• Development Agreement for Leeward Subdivision Phase III, LLC
• Ordinance to implement airport protection zoning regulations and AICUZ geographical limits
• Ordinance to identify state licensed pari-mutuel cardrooms as permitted uses in Commercial and Heavy Commercial/Light Industrial districts

The Escambia County Planning Board voted 6-0 to recommend approval of five Future Land Use Map amendments (SSA-2021-03, SSA-2021-05, SSA-2021-06, SSA-2021-07), a development agreement for Leeward Subdivision Phase III, LLC, and two Land Development Code amendments (airport protection zoning and pari-mutuel cardrooms). The board also approved the October 5, 2021 minutes and accepted the meeting packet. All votes were unanimous.

• Granted continuance for SSA-2021-03 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SSA-2021-05 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SSA-2021-06 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SSA-2021-07 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Leeward Subdivision Phase III development agreement (6-0)
• Recommended approval of airport protection zoning ordinance (6-0)
• Recommended approval of pari-mutuel cardroom zoning ordinance (6-0)
• Approved October 5, 2021 minutes (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Escambia County Board of Commissioners and the District School Board are holding a special joint meeting. The body will review three redistricting map proposals presented by the Supervisor of Elections.

• Review of three Redistricting Map Proposals

The Board of County Commissioners and District School Board held a special joint meeting to discuss redistricting map proposals. After reviewing multiple options and revisions, the boards expressed majority support for a hybrid map based on District 1's proposal, with several precinct adjustments. The map was saved as final and scheduled for the Regular BCC meeting on November 4th, with a public hearing for adoption set for December 2nd.

• Majority support for hybrid redistricting map (based on District 1 proposal)
• Map saved as final and placed on Regular BCC meeting agenda for November 4th
• Public hearing for adoption scheduled for December 2nd Board meeting
• County GIS services to draw up maps and legal descriptions

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final applications for several subdivisions and site plans. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for new projects, including an apartment parking addition and an RV resort.

• Final application for Summerbrooke Phase 1 at 899 Dog Track Rd (104 lots)
• Final application for Admiral's Quarters Phase 3 at 1900 Blk Bush St (88 lots)
• Pre-application meeting for Barrineau Creek RV Resort at Hwy 196 & Keck Rd
• Pre-application meeting for Avalon Apartments Parking Addition at 8800 Pine Forest Rd
• Final application for Rebel Road Minor Subdivision at 8830 Rebel Rd (3 lots)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public forum. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or legislative items are listed.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was convened and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board heard comments from 11 speakers but took no formal action.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to create a Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) for water line improvements at Mapleleaf Estates. The body will also review requests for code enforcement lien relief and consider final plats for three residential subdivisions.

• Public hearing for Mapleleaf Estates Water Line System Improvement MSBU Ordinance
• Lien relief requests for properties at 2408 W. Lakeview Avenue and 2115 Herman Avenue
• Final plat approval for Sweetbarb Estates (69-lot subdivision)
• Final plat approval for Jennings Place, Phase Two (130-lot subdivision)
• Final plat approval for Antietam Replat Phase 1 & 3 (2-lot PUD)

The Board approved a conceptual list of American Rescue Plan (ARP) projects totaling $61.7 million, including revenue replacement, broadband fiber, public safety vehicles, generators, parks upgrades, a District 3 library, universal access, a Perdido Bay boat ramp, and drainage improvements. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Underhill dissenting. The Board also tabled the Beach Haven NE Phase IIA & IIB Drainage & Sanitary Sewer Construction contract awards until a later meeting, and approved numerous consent agenda items including community partner appropriations and a water main replacement agreement with ECUA.

• Approved $61.7M ARP project list (4-1)
• Tabled Beach Haven NE Phase IIA & IIB sewer contract awards
• Approved $10.4M in community partner appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 for Blue Angels 75th anniversary reception (unanimous)
• Approved $55,000 for Five Flags Speedway SRX event (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 for Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow (unanimous)
• Approved $825,000 water main replacement agreement with ECUA (4-0)
• Approved $267,510 Southwest Greenway boardwalk contract (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a conditional use case regarding a retail store. The request involves allowing a retail space larger than 6,000 square feet in the Rural Mixed-Use zoning district.

• Case No. CU-2021-15: Retail store greater than 6,000 square feet at 7100 Highway 97

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit allowing a retail store larger than 6,000 square feet in the Rural Mixed-Use zoning district at 7100 Highway 97. The vote was unanimous (6-0). The board also approved the meeting packet, waived the reading of the legal advertisement, and accepted the minutes from the September meetings with a correction.

• Approved conditional use CU-2021-15 for retail store >6,000 sq ft at 7100 Highway 97 (6-0)
• Accepted October 20, 2021 BOA meeting packet into evidence (6-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (6-0)
• Approved September 15 and September 20, 2021 minutes with corrected next meeting date (6-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final applications for several residential subdivisions. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for townhomes and commercial shops.

• Final application for Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 4, Nine Mile Rd (47 Lots)
• Final application for Summerbrooke Phase 1, 899 Dog Track Rd (104 Lots)
• Final application for Preserve at Deer Run III, 11191 Beulah Rd (98 Lots)
• Pre-application meeting for JoJo Road Townhomes, 8900 Blk E JoJo Rd
• Pre-application meetings for H&H Accessory Shop (521 Oakfield Rd) and Car Bazaar (216 N. Old Corry Field)

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. It includes a call to order and a public forum for citizens to speak.

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners convened the Gary Sansing Public Forum on October 14, 2021, hearing comments from 15 individuals. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were taken during the forum; it was purely a public comment session that adjourned at 5:56 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several zoning and comprehensive plan amendments, including the OLF-8 Master Plan. The meeting also includes the acceptance of investment and tourist development tax reports.

• Public hearing for rezoning 6215 Schwab Drive from Medium Density Residential to High Density Mixed-use
• Review of Ordinance to create Chapter 17, Private Property Rights Element, in the Comprehensive Plan
• Proposed land use change for 9.18 acres at Fowler Road and Nine Mile Road from Commercial to Mixed-Use Urban
• Proposed land use change for 539.1 acres at Frank Reeder Road and Nine Mile Road/US HWY 90A/State Road 10
• August 31, 2021 Investment Report showing portfolio market value of $369,902,475

The Board approved multiple land-use changes, including the first reading of the OLF-8 Master Plan ordinance, a rezoning at 6215 Schwab Drive, and several Comprehensive Plan amendments. It also awarded a $2,750,280 contract for the Lee Street Sidewalks, Drainage, and Sanitary Sewer Project and approved a $4,135,750 HOME-ARP grant agreement. A $750,000 workforce development agreement with Pensacola State College was also approved.

• Approved first reading of OLF-8 Master Plan ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 6215 Schwab Drive to HDMU (4-0)
• Approved $2,750,280 Lee Street project contract to C.W. Roberts (unanimous)
• Approved $4,135,750 HOME-ARP grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 SOAR with RESTORE agreement with Pensacola State College (unanimous)
• Denied SAIL housing tax credit applications (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 recruitment incentive for eligible positions (4-0)
• Approved wage increase for non-union employees (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final applications for residential subdivisions and apartment suites. The board will also hold pre-application meetings for retail and development projects.

• Ledgestone Subdivision, 9989 Beulah Rd (36 Lots)
• Stay Apt Suites, 9229 University Pkwy
• Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3, Nine Mile Rd (88 Lots)
• O'Reilly Auto Parts #7, 12235 Lillian Hwy
• Archer Rd Retail Center, 810 Archer Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all four final applications on its agenda, including the Ledgestone Subdivision (36 lots on Beulah Rd), Stay Apt Suites (9229 University Pkwy), and two phases of Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3 (88 lots on Nine Mile Rd). The committee also held pre-application meetings for three projects and noted six initial applications for staff internal review only, with no public meeting. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved Ledgestone Subdivision, 36 lots at 9989 Beulah Rd
• Approved Stay Apt Suites at 9229 University Pkwy
• Approved Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3 (PP) at Nine Mile Rd, 88 lots
• Approved Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3 (CP) at Nine Mile Rd, 88 lots

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will discuss the status of Tourist Development Tax (TDT) funds and the roles of the council. The meeting includes updates on county tourism activity and reports from outside agencies.

• Status of TDT Financial Support and TDT funds
• Updates from Visit Pensacola, Pensacola Sports, and ACE
• Reports from National Naval Aviation Museum, UWF Historic Trust, and African American Heritage Society
• TDT Audit update
• TDT Restricted Marketing Fund discussion

The Tourist Development Council voted to recommend increasing Visit Pensacola's advance from $1.5M to $2M and to fund the Five Flags Superstar Racing Experience event. The council also approved authorizing attorney Rick Figlio to speak on its behalf at a joint legislative auditing committee meeting regarding unauthorized expenditures. TDT collections reached an all-time high of $17,658,986 as of October 12, 2021.

• Approved recommendation to increase Visit Pensacola's advance to $2M (6-0)
• Approved recommendation to fund Five Flags Superstar Racing Experience event (7-0)
• Approved authorization for Rick Figlio to speak at joint legislative auditing committee (6-0)
• Approved prior TDC minutes (6-0)

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing updates on the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project and the development of a Comprehensive Water Way Management ordinance. The body is also reviewing the Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF) and potential funding for boating-related projects.

• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project: 60% plans provided by consultants
• Comprehensive Water Way Management: Draft ordinance being developed with County Attorney's Office
• Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF): Review of funding for boat ramp maintenance, dredging, and safety

Contractor Competency

The Competency Board is meeting to review several contractor applications for examination and registration. The board will also hold a probable cause hearing regarding a complaint against Prescott Gas Services, Inc.

• Probable cause hearing for PHILLIP PRESCOTT dba Prescott Gas Services, Inc. (Complaint No. 210755COM)
• Examination applications for KENNETH N. JONES (Residential Contractor) and WILLIAM L. BROWN (Residential Contractor)
• Examination application for GINO BENTO (Master Plumber w/ Gas)
• Examination application for GARY GORMAN (Marine)
• Application for Annual Facilities Permitting Program Registration for LARRY DOWNS, JR. (RF0067052)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for projects including Cefco and Sweetbarb Estates. The body is also holding pre-application meetings for storage and laundry improvements. Several initial applications are listed for internal staff review only.

• Final application for Cefco at 3205 N Pace Blvd
• Final application for Sweetbarb Estates on Klondike Rd (69 Lots)
• Final applications for Antietam Replat Phase 1 & 3 on Tower Ridge Rd
• Pre-application for Palafox Self Storage Improvements at 2710 N. Palafox Street
• Pre-application for Save a penny Laundry at 4021 N W Street

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all four final applications on the agenda, including a Cefco project at 3205 N Pace Blvd, Sweetbarb Estates (69 lots on Klondike Rd), and two Antietam Replat phases on Tower Ridge Rd. No applications were denied or tabled. The committee also held pre-application meetings for two projects and reviewed initial applications internally without public comment.

• Approved Cefco project at 3205 N Pace Blvd
• Approved Sweetbarb Estates, 69 lots on Klondike Rd
• Approved Antietam Replat Phase 1 & 3, Tower Ridge Rd (preliminary plat)
• Approved Antietam Replat Phase 1 & 3, Tower Ridge Rd (final plat)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is meeting to review a Small Scale Amendment to the Future Land Use Map and an amendment to the Land Development Code. The board will provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on these items.

• Public hearing for Future Land Use Map amendment SSA-2021-04
• Public hearing to amend Land Development Code Chapter 3, Section 3-1.3 to incorporate OLF-8 zoning districts
• Adoption of supporting documents for the OLF-8 Master Plan Area
• Discussion on proposed zoning districts for by-right cardroom gaming pari-mutuel facilities

The Escambia County Planning Board voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a Future Land Use Map amendment (SSA-2021-04) and a Land Development Code amendment incorporating OLF-8 zoning districts and supporting documents for the OLF-8 Master Plan Area. Both recommendations will go to the Board of County Commissioners for final adoption. The board also approved the September meeting minutes and discussed, but took no action on, proposed zoning districts for by-right cardroom gaming pari-mutuel facilities.

• Recommended approval of FLU Map amendment SSA-2021-04 to BCC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of LDC Chapter 3, Section 3-1.3 amendment for OLF-8 zoning districts to BCC (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 7 and September 21, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Approved meeting packet (5-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (5-0)

General

The Escambia County Board of Commissioners and the District School Board are holding a special joint meeting. The boards will discuss the redistricting process using 2020 Census data and review redistricting software.

• Discussion of the redistricting process based on 2020 Census data
• Presentation of Census results and redistricting terms by the Supervisor of Elections
• Review of redistricting software

The Escambia County Commission and District School Board held a joint meeting to discuss redistricting based on 2020 Census data. No formal votes were taken; the boards heard presentations, discussed an aggressive timeline, and considered multiple precinct-move proposals. Two map options were saved for further review, and the next meeting was scheduled for November 2nd.

• Discussed redistricting process and timeline (no vote)
• Heard proposal to move precinct south of Nine Mile Road from District 5 to District 4
• Heard proposal to move part of Precinct 109 from District 4 to District 3
• Heard proposal to move Precinct 104 from District 2 to District 3
• Heard proposal to move part of Precinct 29 from District 3 to District 2
• Heard proposal to move Precinct 99 back to District 2 from District 1
• Saved map proposals as Option 1 and Option 2 for further review
• Scheduled next special joint meeting for November 2nd

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final applications for several commercial and residential projects. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for five new development proposals.

• Final application for Magnolia RV Park at 200 Neal Rd
• Final application for Dollar General at 3005 S Highway 29
• Final application for Jennings Place Phase 2 (130 Lots) at Frank Reeder Rd
• Final application for Tate High School Agriscience Bldg at 1771 Tate Rd
• Pre-application meeting for Pensacola Beach Pier at 41 Fort Pickens Road A

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved five final development applications, including Magnolia RV Park, Dollar General, Gene's Floor Covering Warehouse, Jennings Place Phase 2, and Tate High School Agriscience Building. Three applications were tabled: Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3 (both preliminary plat and construction plan) and Sweetbarb Estates. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six proposed projects and reviewed initial applications for staff internal review only.

• Approved Magnolia RV Park, 200 Neal Rd
• Approved Dollar General, 3005 S Highway 29
• Approved Gene's Floor Covering Warehouse, 4023 W Navy Blvd
• Tabled Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3, Nine Mile Rd (88 lots)
• Approved Jennings Place Phase 2, Frank Reeder Rd (130 lots)
• Approved Tate High School Agriscience Bldg, 1771 Tate Rd
• Tabled Sweetbarb Estates, Klondike Rd (69 lots)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review final and initial applications for several development projects. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for six different sites across the county.

• Final application for Bobcat Dealership at 1390 W Nine Mile Rd
• Initial applications for Lost Key C16 at 13591 Lost Key Blvd (90 Lots)
• Pre-application for Aviator Alley Subdivision at Sommerville Ct
• Pre-application for Rowe's Moving at 607 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Pre-application for Aqua Express Car Wash at 5900 Blk Nine Mile Rd

The Development Review Committee approved the final site plan for the Bobcat Dealership at 1390 W Nine Mile Rd. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several projects, including a subdivision, a car wash, and a storage facility, and began initial review of a 90-lot subdivision at Lost Key. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved final site plan for Bobcat Dealership, 1390 W Nine Mile Rd
• Held pre-application meetings for Aviator Alley Subdivision, Rowe's Moving, Carlstrom SF Subdivision, Aqua Express Car Wash, Lawnxscape, and Dog Track Mini-Storage
• Initiated initial review for Lost Key C16, 13591 Lost Key Blvd (90 lots)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss the removal of sector plans. The meeting also includes a public forum and the scheduling of future meetings.

• Discussion regarding Sector Plan Removal

The Escambia County Planning Board held a workshop meeting on September 21, 2021, with the sole agenda item being a discussion on sector plan removal. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made during the workshop. The meeting was called to order at 8:33 a.m. and adjourned at 10:42 a.m. The next regular Planning Board meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2021.

• No formal decisions were made; the workshop was limited to discussion of sector plan removal.
• The next regular Planning Board meeting was scheduled for October 5, 2021, at 8:30 a.m.

Electrical Examiner

The Board of Electrical Examiners will meet to review a contractor application and discuss hearing processes. The meeting includes a public forum and the approval of previous minutes.

• Examination application for James M. Brasfield for Master Electrician
• Discussion regarding Two Hearing Process vs. Three Hearing Process

Budget Workshops

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider and adopt the final budget and millage rates for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The proposed balanced unified budget is $568,262,165. The board will also address funding for community partners and the Santa Rosa Island Authority budget.

• Proposed Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 of $568,262,165
• County-wide millage rate of 6.6165 mills
• Library MSTU millage rate of .3590 mills
• Sheriff's Law Enforcement MSTU millage rate of .6850 mills
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Annual Budget for the Santa Rosa Island Authority

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the final FY 2021/2022 budget of $568,262,165, along with the final millage resolution setting county-wide, library, and sheriff's law enforcement millage rates. The board also approved a supplemental budget amendment with a net $0 adjustment, and adopted the Santa Rosa Island Authority's annual budget. Community Partners funding was discussed but no vote was taken, with adjustments made to several line items.

• Adopted final millage resolution R2021-180 (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental budget amendment R2021-181 (3-1, Underhill no, Bergosh abstained)
• Adopted final budget resolution R2021-182 of $568,262,165 (4-1, Underhill no)
• Adopted FY 2021/2022 Santa Rosa Island Authority budget (unanimous)
• Discussed Community Partners funding, made line-item changes, no vote taken

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider two administrative appeals. Both appeals challenge the Development Review Committee's approval of Development Order Number 21072891PSP for A+ Storage.

• Case No. AP-2021-01: Appeal by William Dunaway (Emerald Coastkeepers, Inc.) regarding 6155 N Old Palafox St
• Case No. Ap-2021-02: Appeal by Margaret Hostetter regarding 6155 N Old Palafox St

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment voted 4-0 to dismiss two administrative appeals (AP-2021-01 and AP-2021-02) of the Development Review Committee's approval of the A+ Storage Development Order Number 21072891PSP, both for lack of standing. The board also approved procedural motions, including adopting a video from a prior meeting as official record and allowing an intervenor in both cases. The meeting was procedural in nature, with no substantive decisions on the merits of the appeals.

• Approved 4-0: Accepted the September 20, 2021 BOA meeting package into evidence
• Approved 4-0: Waived reading of the legal advertisement
• Approved 4-0: Allowed Mr. Hoffman's client as an intervenor in Case AP-2021-01
• Denied 4-0: Motion for judicial notice in Case AP-2021-01
• Approved 4-0: Adopted video from September 15, 2021 BOA meeting as official record for Case AP-2021-01
• Approved 4-0: Granted motion to dismiss Case AP-2021-01 for lack of standing
• Approved 4-0: Adopted prior disclosures and video into record for Case AP-2021-02
• Approved 4-0: Granted motion to dismiss Case AP-2021-02 for lack of standing

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for the public forum. No specific policy items, contracts, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum of the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners convened at 8:33 a.m. and heard comments from seven individuals. No substantive decisions were made; the forum adjourned at 9:02 a.m.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several subdivision plats, including Ashland Manor and Kissimmee Pointe. Additionally, the agenda includes scheduling public hearings for a new Outlying Landing Field 8 Master Plan and various land use amendments.

• Approval of Ashland Manor 30-lot residential subdivision plat
• Approval of Kissimmee Pointe 50-lot residential subdivision plat
• Write-off of $2,163.67 in uncollectible bad debts
• Public hearing scheduling for Outlying Landing Field 8 (OLF-8) Master Plan
• Review of partial lien relief request for 800 W. Mallory Street

The Board approved a series of consent agenda items, including the purchase of three fire apparatus for $2,415,313.38, four ambulance chassis for $338,000, and multiple other vehicles for the Corrections and Fire Services departments. The Board also approved the conveyance of five County-owned properties to Northwest Florida Community Housing Development Corporation for affordable housing, and granted partial lien relief for a property at 800 W. Mallory Street. Several items were dropped or tabled, including a purchase order for FEMA consulting support and a cyber insurance policy, to be revisited at a later date.

• Approved $2,415,313.38 for three fire apparatus (aerial ladder, pumper, and pumper rescue) from Rev Group for Fire Services.
• Approved $338,000 for four 2022 ambulance chassis from Ward International for Public Safety.
• Approved conveyance of five County-owned properties to NFCHDC for affordable workforce infill housing, with up to $480,000 in HOME CHDO funds.
• Granted partial lien relief for property at 800 W. Mallory Street, contingent on legal review of escrow funds.
• Approved the Donald Drive Sidewalk Project in the Barrancas Redevelopment Area for $64,831.10.
• Approved the FY2021-2022 Workers' Compensation Renewal for the Fire Department for $37,335.
• Dropped a $541,904.64 purchase order to Thompson Consulting Services for FEMA consulting support; to be brought back in two weeks.
• Dropped a $100,000 cyber insurance policy; to be brought back after IT Director review.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final, initial, and pre-application development requests. These items include residential subdivisions, commercial site plans, and storage facilities across various county districts.

• Final application for Aldi at 4830 Mobile Hwy
• Final application for Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3 on Nine Mile Rd (88 lots)
• Initial application for Iron Rock on Hwy 97 (290 lots)
• Initial application for Admiral's Quarter Phase 3 at 1900 Blk Bush St (88 lots)
• Pre-application for Burgess Rd Maxi-Warehouses at 200 Blk W Burgess Rd

The Development Review Committee approved the Aldi site plan at 4830 Mobile Hwy. Several subdivision plans were tabled, including Antietam Replat Phase 1 & 3 and Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3. Pre-application meetings were held for various projects, and initial applications were discussed.

• Approved: Aldi site plan, 4830 Mobile Hwy
• Tabled: Antietam Replat Phase 1 & 3 (preliminary plat)
• Tabled: Antietam Replat Phase 1 & 3 (final plat)
• Tabled: Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3 (preliminary plat, 88 lots)
• Tabled: Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 3 (construction plan, 88 lots)
• Held pre-application meetings for 7 projects (storage sheds, condominium, subdivision, warehouses)
• Discussed initial applications for Davis Run, Admiral's Quarter Phase 3, Iron Rock, Las Olas, and Project 52 Phase II

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment will review two land-use cases. The board is considering a request for a private club house and a rear setback variance for a deck.

• Case CU-2021-14: Request for a private club house at 10411 and 10413 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Case V-2021-06: Request for a rear setback variance for a deck at 16283 Narwhal Dr

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit for a private clubhouse at 10411 and 10413 Gulf Beach Hwy, with added buffering on the east side. It also denied a rear setback variance for a deck at 16283 Narwhal Dr. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved conditional use CU-2021-14 for private clubhouse at 10411/10413 Gulf Beach Hwy (5-0)
• Denied variance V-2021-06 for rear setback at 16283 Narwhal Dr (5-0)
• Approved staff as expert witnesses (5-0)
• Accepted meeting package into evidence (5-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (5-0)
• Approved August 18, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss redistricting and video visitation services from Global Tel*Link Corporation. The body will provide direction on these two items.

• Discussion of redistricting
• Discussion of Global Tel*Link Corporation Video Visitation

The Committee of the Whole held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed 2020 census data for redistricting, hearing from Supervisor of Elections David Stafford on population deviations and demographic data. They also reviewed a presentation on jail video visitation, discussing equipment replacement, contract extension with GTL, and privacy concerns for attorney-inmate calls. No board direction was given on either item.

• No formal decisions made; workshop was informational only
• Discussed redistricting based on 2020 census data; no map changes approved
• Discussed GTL video visitation contract; no extension approved

Budget Workshops

The Board is meeting to decide the funding amounts to be allocated to each Community Partner. These determinations are required to prepare Fiscal Year 2021/2022 funding agreements and purchase orders.

• Determination of funding amounts for Community Partners

The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop and made tentative adjustments to the Community Partners Spreadsheet to reach a total of $1.2 million in funding for FY 2021/2022. Adjustments included setting amounts for several organizations, such as $414,750 for Community Health Northwest Florida and $81,880 for United Way, while directing staff to move Center for Independent Living of Northwest FL back to Local Option Sales Tax. The Board also tentatively agreed to fund the General Chappie James Museum with the condition that County funds would be released only after other funding thresholds are met, with the item returning to the Board before release. No final approvals were made; purchase orders are scheduled for formal Board approval in October.

• Tentatively adjusted Community Partners Spreadsheet to total $1.2 million
• Set FY22 proposed funding: Community Health Northwest Florida $414,750
• Set FY22 proposed funding: United Way $81,880
• Set FY22 proposed funding: 211 $22,087
• Directed staff to move Center for Independent Living of Northwest FL back to Local Option Sales Tax
• Set FY22 proposed funding: Health and Hope Clinic $28,500
• Set FY22 proposed funding: African-American Heritage Society $50,000
• Tentatively funded General Chappie James Museum with last-money-in condition

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee is conducting a Seafood Safety Symposium featuring presentations on handling, storage, and consumption advisories. Members are also reviewing updates on shoreline projects and a proposed waterway management ordinance.

• Seafood Safety Symposium featuring Rick O'Connor (Florida Sea Grant) and Dr. Alison Robertson (Dauphin Island Sea Lab)
• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project: 60% plans provided by consultants
• Comprehensive Water Way Management: Draft Ordinance being developed with County Attorney's Office
• Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF): Discussion on funding for boat ramps, dredging, and boating safety

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final, initial, and pre-application development requests. The board will review projects including residential subdivisions and commercial buildings.

• Final application for Sears Boulevard Metal Building at 7800 Sears Blvd
• Final application for Farm Hill Utilities Building Addition at 120 Madrid Rd
• Final application for Kissimmee Pointe at 1180 Bronson Rd (50 Lots)
• Initial application for Sutton Place at 310 Roberts Rd (38 Lots)
• Initial application for Chadson Street Triplexes at 415 Chadson Street

The Development Review Committee approved three final applications, including two preliminary subdivision plans and one final plat. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six projects and discussed two initial applications, with review comments to be available later.

• Approved D3 application 21083407PSP
• Approved D5 application 21062449PSP
• Approved D1 application 21072904PSD-FP

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to review minutes and a monthly action follow-up report. The primary item of discussion is the OLF-8 Workshop.

• OLF-8 Workshop

The Escambia County Planning Board held a regular meeting on September 7, 2021, but took no substantive actions. The board unanimously approved the August 3, 2021 meeting minutes, waived the reading of the legal advertisement, and accepted the meeting packet. An OLF-8 workshop was listed as an action/discussion item, but no decisions were made on it. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2021.

• Approved waiver of legal advertisement reading (7-0)
• Approved August 3, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (7-0)

Budget Workshops

The Board of County Commissioners is considering the tentative budget and millage rates for Fiscal Year 2021/2022. The board will also determine funding amounts for community partners and discuss employee benefit renewals for 2022.

• Tentative Budget Resolution of $568,262,165 for Fiscal Year 2021/2022
• Tentative millage rates: 6.6165 (County-wide), .359 (Library MSTU), and .685 (Sheriff's Law Enforcement MSTU)
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Non-Ad Valorem Special Assessments Roll
• Determination of funding allocations for Community Partners
• Discussion of 2022 employee insurance plan structures and premiums

The Board of County Commissioners held the first public hearing for the FY2021/2022 budget and adopted the tentative millage resolution and the tentative budget resolution of $568,262,165. The millage rates are 6.6165 for the county-wide rate, .359 for the Library MSTU, and .685 for the Sheriff's Law Enforcement MSTU. The board also adopted the non-ad valorem special assessments roll, excluding one property for further research, and set the second public hearing for September 21, 2021.

• Adopted tentative millage resolution R2021-166 (4-0)
• Adopted tentative budget resolution R2021-167 of $568,262,165 (3-1, Underhill no)
• Adopted FY2021/2022 non-ad valorem special assessments roll, excluding 8 E. Ensley St. property (4-0)
• Adopted FY2021/2022 non-ad valorem special assessments roll as presented (4-0)
• Set second budget public hearing for September 21, 2021 at 5:31 p.m. (4-0)
• Agreed to offer Plan Proposal A for 2022 employee benefits, supplementing cost with ARPA funds
• Agreed to fund HSA employer contributions biannually
• Agreed to continue retiree life insurance with retirees paying $15/month

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss a rezoning request for a 0.30 acre property. The board will determine if the site should change from Medium Residential to High Density Mixed-Use.

• Case #: Z-2021-07: Rezoning request for 6215 Schwab Dr from MDR to HDMU

The Escambia County Planning Board approved a rezoning request for a 0.30-acre property at 6215 Schwab Dr, changing it from Medium Residential (MDR) to High Density Mixed-Use (HDMU). The board voted 7-0 to approve, disagreeing with staff's findings and citing consistency with intent and compatibility with surrounding uses. The meeting also included routine approvals of minutes and the meeting packet.

• Approved rezoning Z-2021-07 at 6215 Schwab Dr from MDR to HDMU (7-0)
• Approved minutes of August 3, 2021 rezoning meeting (7-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (7-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (7-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing funding and lien agreements for residential home improvements. The board will consider approving grants for roof and window replacements and the cancellation of existing liens for compliant properties.

• Residential Rehab Grant funding for 7620 Fitch Avenue ($5,210), 222 Betty Road ($6,000), 1005 Rue Max Avenue ($3,622), 10 Cambridge Avenue ($6,000), and 7627 Las Vegas Lane ($1,666)
• Cancellation of Residential Rehab Grant liens for 1220 Wilson Avenue ($3,750) and 308 Ruberia Avenue ($2,050)
• Residential Roof Program funding for 4417 Florelle Avenue ($13,850)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public forum. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the text.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the vacation of right-of-ways and a special assessment on private hospitals. Several rezoning and land use items for Innerarity Island are currently on hold. The Board will also review a request for lien relief for a property on W. Lakeview.

• Special assessment resolution for private for-profit and not-for-profit hospitals to fund non-federal Medicaid payments
• Petition to vacate approximately 0.23 acres of unopened right-of-way at Sunny Ridge Lane
• Petition to vacate approximately 32 acres of the North Shore Plat and Innerarity Shores Plat
• Lien relief request for property located at 2408 W. Lakeview
• Investment Portfolio Summary Report for July 31, 2021, showing market value of $367,370,769

The Board approved a resolution authorizing the write-off of $5,426,659.24 in uncollectible Emergency Medical Service (EMS) ambulance billings, covering 11,798 claims. In a separate action, the Board voted 4-1 to publicly censure Commissioner Underhill, with Underhill voting no. The Board also approved a $1,000 incentive pay stipend for firefighters, funded by ARPA, and dropped several rezoning and comprehensive plan items pending state review.

• Approved $5,426,659.24 EMS bad-debt write-off (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 firefighter incentive pay from ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Publicly censured Commissioner Underhill (4-1)
• Approved $2,101,252 for Lake Charlene Drainage Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved $636,418 contract for Floridian Ditch Restoration Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved $9,621,771 ERA1 and $7,655,344 ERA2 rental assistance budgets (unanimous)
• Dropped North Shore/Innerarity Island rezoning and FLU map items pending state review (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 workers' compensation settlement for former Deputy Christopher Phelps (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final, initial, and pre-application development requests. The body will review site plans for commercial and residential projects across five districts.

• Final application for Antietam PUD Revisions on Tower Ridge Rd
• Final application for Caliber Collision at 1001 W Nine Mile Rd
• Final application for Portico Condominium at 14701 Perdido Key Dr
• Initial application for Preserve at Deer Run III (98 Lots) on Beulah Rd
• Initial application for Sweetbarb Estates (69 Lots) on Klondike Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all six final applications on its agenda, including the Antietam PUD revisions on Tower Ridge Rd, Caliber Collision on W Nine Mile Rd, KIA Autosports site improvements, Tom Thumb on S Blue Angel Pkwy, Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 2, and Portico Condominium on Perdido Key Dr. The committee also held six pre-application meetings for future projects, including Davis Hwy Apartments and Perdido Landfill Northeast Borrow Pit. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved Antietam PUD Revisions, Tower Ridge Rd
• Approved Caliber Collision - Pensacola, 1001 W Nine Mile Rd
• Approved KIA Autosports Site Improvements Revision, 6637 Pensacola Blvd
• Approved Tom Thumb Pensacola TT125, 2990 S Blue Angel Pkwy
• Approved Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 2, Palafox Hwy (116 lots)
• Approved Portico Condominium, 14701 Perdido Key Dr
• Held pre-application meetings for six proposed projects, including Davis Hwy Apartments and Perdido Landfill Northeast Borrow Pit

Contractor Competency

The Competency Board is meeting to review status reports for two contractors and one application for reinstatement. The board will also approve minutes from the July 7, 2021 meeting.

• Status report for Tyler B Thompson (Thompson Residential Construction LLC) regarding 5412 Tomlinson Rd.
• Status report for Jesse Lacoste (LaCoste Construction Group, LLC) regarding 7828 Coronet Dr.
• Application for reinstatement from Willie Thomas (MG0361)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for school facilities and a 30-lot subdivision. The board will also hold pre-application meetings and initial reviews for various commercial and residential projects.

• Final application for Bratt Elementary School covered play area and multi-purpose room at 5721 N Highway 99
• Final application for Ferry Pass Elementary School covered play area and multi-purpose room at 8310 N Davis Hwy
• Final application for Ashland Manor 30 lots at 8662 Ashland Ave
• Initial application for Pine Forest Multi-Family Apartments at 91121 Pine Forest Rd
• Initial application for Jennings Place Phase II 130 lots on Frank Reeder Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved three final applications: covered play areas and multi-purpose rooms at Bratt and Ferry Pass elementary schools, and a 30-lot subdivision at Ashland Manor. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were pre-application meetings or initial applications for future review.

• Approved Bratt Elementary School covered play area & multi-purpose room (D5)
• Approved Ferry Pass Elementary School covered play area & multi-purpose room (D4)
• Approved Ashland Manor 30-lot subdivision (D3)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public forum. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the text.

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners held a public forum where residents spoke. The only action taken was a request for staff to explore variances to potentially save a heritage oak in District 3. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Directed staff to explore variances to save heritage oak in District 3

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on amending the Land Development Code regarding retail sales area and small-scale amendment acreage. The body is also reviewing a renewal operational permit for resource extraction at the Perdido Landfill North Borrow Pit.

• Public hearing to increase retail sales gross floor area in Rural Mixed-Use Districts
• Public hearing to increase small-scale amendment acreage from 10 to 50 acres
• Renewal operational permit for resource extraction at 13009 Beulah Road
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Pensacola for $159,620 in 2020 HOME funds
• Lien relief requests for 7822 North Davis Highway, 436 Beverly Parkway, and 3010 Marques Street

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners approved a $31,434,162 supplemental budget amendment to cover unanticipated needs and deficit rollup balances. The board also adopted two land development code ordinances: one increasing the retail sales gross floor area allowed in the Rural Mixed-Use District, and another increasing the acreage threshold for small-scale comprehensive plan amendments from 10 to 50 acres. Additionally, the board approved a 10-year Transit Development Plan update and granted two partial lien relief requests for code enforcement liens.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-29 increasing retail gross floor area in Rural Mixed-Use District (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-30 increasing small-scale amendment acreage from 10 to 50 acres (unanimous)
• Approved $31,434,162 supplemental budget amendment (4-0)
• Approved 10-Year Transit Development Plan update (unanimous)
• Granted partial lien relief for 7822 North Davis Highway and 436 Beverly Parkway in exchange for $4,306 (unanimous)
• Granted partial lien relief for 3010 Marques Street (4-1, Underhill dissenting)
• Approved $194,000 Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program grant agreement (4-0)
• Tabled CHDO Homeownership Infill Project until next meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment will meet to review land use and variance cases. One active request seeks to allow a mobile home for medical hardship at 900 Well Line Rd. Two other cases regarding 3000 BLK Langley Ave were withdrawn by the applicant.

• Case No. CU-2021-11: Request for temporary use of a mobile home for medical hardship at 900 Well Line Rd.
• Case No. CU-2021-10: Request for pool, clubhouse, and parking at 3000 BLK Langley Ave (Withdrawn)
• Case No. V-2021-05: Request to increase parking stalls per unit at 3000 BLK Langley Ave (Withdrawn)

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use request to allow a temporary mobile home at 900 Well Line Rd. for medical hardship, with a 5-0 vote. Two applications for a pool, clubhouse, and parking at 3000 BLK Langley Ave were withdrawn by the applicant. The board also approved meeting minutes and waived the reading of the legal advertisement.

• Approved conditional use for temporary mobile home at 900 Well Line Rd. (5-0)
• Withdrawn application CU-2021-10 for pool, clubhouse, and parking at 3000 BLK Langley Ave (5-0)
• Withdrawn application V-2021-05 for increased parking stalls at 3000 BLK Langley Ave (5-0)
• Approved June 16 and July 28, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (5-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for several site plans and conducting pre-application meetings for new developments. The body is also considering initial applications for projects including a high school building and a Tesla location.

• Final review of Moreau Duplexes at 1325 N 65th Ave
• Final review of Tractor Supply South at 2820 S Blue Angel Pkwy
• Final review of Beulah Elementary School cafeteria and building renovations at 6201 Helms Rd
• Initial application for Tesla Pensacola at 7171 N Davis Hwy
• Initial application for Mary Annetta Estates (45 lots) at 9100 Eight Mile Creek

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all five final applications on the agenda, including the Moreau Duplexes, Tractor Supply South, Beulah Elementary School cafeteria and renovations, Ransley Station, and one additional site plan. The committee also held pre-application meetings and received initial applications for several projects, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved Moreau Duplexes site plan at 1325 N 65th Ave
• Approved Tractor Supply South site plan at 2820 S Blue Angel Pkwy
• Approved Beulah Elementary School new cafeteria and Bldg 1 renovations at 6201 Helms Rd
• Approved Ransley Station conceptual plan on Pine Forest Rd
• Approved one additional site plan (application 20104181PSP)

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss several administrative and planning items. The meeting includes reviews of transit development and health benefits. The board will also discuss a legislative wish list and the search for a County Administrator.

• Major Transit Development Plan 10-Year Update (2021)
• Escambia County Legislative Wish List
• Overview of Health Benefits
• County Administrator Search

The Committee of the Whole workshop was informational only; no formal votes were taken. The board discussed the 10-year Transit Development Plan, the legislative wish list, employee health benefits, and the county administrator search. No binding decisions were made, but direction was given to bring items back for future action.

• Discussed 10-year Transit Development Plan; no vote, plan to return for final vote before Sept. 1 FDOT deadline
• Discussed legislative wish list including Beulah Interchange, rural broadband, infrastructure projects; no formal action
• Discussed employee health benefits, projected $16,104 PEPY cost; agreed to discuss options offline
• Agreed to put out RFP for nationwide county administrator search

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee will conduct final reviews, pre-application meetings, and initial application reviews. Items include storage facilities, a sheriff's firing range tower replacement, and cell tower projects.

• Final review: A+ Storage at 6155 N Palafox St
• Pre-application: Sheriff's Firing Range Tower Replacement at 13009 Beulah Rd
• Pre-application: East Quintette Cell Tower at 2222 N. Hwy 95A
• Initial review: LT Maintence Equipment Shop & Office at 803 Hwy 95-A
• Initial review: Talcon Warehouse at 8820 Grow Dr

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved the A+ Storage Palafox project at 6155 N Palafox St, as a final DRC application. The committee also held pre-application meetings for a sheriff's firing range tower replacement and an East Quintette cell tower, and reviewed initial applications for several other projects. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved A+ Storage Palafox, 6155 N Palafox St (final DRC application)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review its roles and responsibilities. The agenda includes updates from the Clerk and Comptroller’s Office regarding funds and receipts, as well as reports from various outside agencies.

• Review of TDC Role and Responsibility
• Status of Funds Available, TDC Collections and Receipts
• Updates from Visit Pensacola, Pensacola Sports, ACE, National Naval Aviation Museum, UWF Historic Trust, African American Heritage Society, and Sertoma
• Perdido Key Beach Access #4 discussion
• Blue Angels Alumni Association and Foundation discussion

The Tourist Development Council met on August 10, 2021, but the minutes contain no substantive decisions. The agenda included approval of prior meeting minutes, status reports, and updates from agencies, but no votes or outcomes are recorded. The meeting was adjourned without any formal action.

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to appoint legal counsel and special magistrates to handle property value assessment appeals. The board will also confirm existing filing fees and set the 2021 hearing schedule.

• Review of Suzanne Whibbs' application for Private Counsel
• Selection of Attorney Special Magistrate between Joseph Haynes Davis and Raymond F. Higgins
• Review of Steven L. Marshall's application for Appraiser Special Magistrate
• Confirmation of $15 filing fee per separate parcel of property
• Scheduling of hearings for October 25, November 18, and December 6-8, 2021

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing updates on the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project and a draft ordinance for water way management. Members are also discussing the Optional Vessel Registration Fee and upcoming safety symposia.

• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project: consultants provided 60% Plans
• Comprehensive Water Way Management: Draft Ordinance under development with County Attorney's Office
• Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF) discussion regarding funding for boat ramps and safety
• Diving Safety Symposium discussion
• Seafood Safety Symposium scheduled for September 13, 2021

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public speaker sign-ups. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for this meeting.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned after hearing comments from three speakers. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on vacating three alleyways and rights-of-way, amending a sewage system MSBU, and reviewing a rezoning case. The body will also consider renewal operational permits for five resource extraction borrow pits.

• Ordinance and Rate Resolution to amend the Innerarity Island Development Corporation Sewage System Improvements MSBU
• Rezoning Case Z-2021-05 for 5701 Highway 99 from Rural Mixed-Use to Agricultural district
• Renewal operational permits for borrow pits at 2022 Longleaf Drive, 2665 Solo Dos Familiaf, 55 E. Quintette Rd., 5225 Bankhead Dr., and 1100 Capital Blvd.
• Petitions to vacate alleyways/rights-of-way between North "P" Street and North Pace Boulevard, Jocelin Road, and Osceola Country Club Estates
• Lien relief request for properties at 7822 North Davis Highway and 436 Beverly Parkway

The Board approved a rezoning at 5701 Highway 99, adopted the corresponding zoning map amendment, and approved the revised Antietam Subdivision PUD. Several resource extraction permits were renewed, tolled, or dropped, with some items deferred for further study. The Board also approved numerous budget items, including contracts, change orders, and discretionary fund allocations, and confirmed Eric Gilmore as Director of Public Safety.

• Approved rezoning Z-2021-05 at 5701 Highway 99 from RMU to Agr (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-28 amending zoning map for Z-2021-05 (4-0)
• Approved revised Antietam Subdivision PUD (unanimous)
• Tolled Shortleaf Borrow Pit permit renewal, requested study (unanimous)
• Tolled Surrey Pit/Eight Mile Creek Borrow Pit permit (unanimous)
• Approved Triple L Farms Borrow Pit permit renewal (unanimous)
• Tolled Bankhead Drive Site Borrow Pit permit (unanimous)
• Approved $1.3M CDBG-CV3 funding amendment (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review and approve funding and lien agreements for residential property improvements. The board will consider grants for roof replacements and sanitary sewer connections.

• Residential Rehab Grant for roof replacement at 31 Milton Road: $4,200
• Residential Rehab Grant for sewer connection at 807 Gordon Avenue A: $2,745
• Residential Rehab Grant for sewer connection at 1018 Polk Avenue: $1,402
• Residential Roof Program grants for 435 Hicks Street ($10,575), 3438 Luke Street ($8,475), 649 Smiley Avenue ($11,850), and 10 Scarlett Lane ($11,575)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is holding pre-application meetings and initial reviews for several projects. These include residential subdivisions, a shopping center, and an RV park.

• Pre-application meeting for Tranquility at Ferry Pass, 8300 Carl Dean Street
• Pre-application meeting for Angelos Towing & Storage, Border St & Jordan
• Initial review of Glenhollow Subdivision, 9600 Blk Rebel Rd (100 Lots)
• Initial review of Grocery Anchored Shopping Center, 9700 Highway 98 W (6 Lots)
• Initial review of Magnolia RV Park, Neal Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee held a regular meeting with no final decisions. The agenda included pre-application meetings for six projects, initial review applications for four projects, and no final DRC applications. The committee noted that initial review comments for the initial projects would be available Thursday.

• No final DRC applications were considered
• Pre-application meetings held for Tranquility at Ferry Pass, Angelos Towing & Storage, Contractor Shop, Blackwater Subdivision, Godwin Lane Rezoning, and Landfall
• Initial DRC applications reviewed for Glenhollow Subdivision, Grocery Anchored Shopping Center, Taylor Ridge, and Magnolia RV Park
• Initial review comments to be available Thursday for initial review projects

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding public hearings to review three proposed ordinances. These include the creation of a Private Property Rights Element and changes to land use map and acreage requirements.

• Proposed Ordinance to create Chapter 17, Private Property Rights Element, per Florida House Bill 59
• Proposed Ordinance to increase small-scale amendment acreage from 10 to 50 acres per Florida House Bill 487
• Proposed Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (SSA-2021-02)

The Escambia County Planning Board recommended approval to the Board of County Commissioners for an ordinance creating Chapter 17, 'Private Property Rights Element,' in the Comprehensive Plan, with additional language from the Westmarks. The board also recommended approval for an LDC amendment increasing small-scale amendment acreage from 10 to 50 acres, and for a Future Land Use Map amendment (SSA-2021-02). All recommendations were approved with votes of 6-1, 7-0, and 7-0 respectively.

• Recommended approval of Private Property Rights Element ordinance (6-1)
• Recommended approval of LDC amendment increasing small-scale amendment acreage to 50 acres (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Map amendment SSA-2021-02 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved meeting packet (6-0)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is holding a quasi-judicial hearing to discuss a rezoning request. The board will consider changing the designation of specific parcels and greenways to a Conservation district.

• Case #: Z-2021-06: Rezoning 32 (+/-) acres of North Shore 3rd addition, North Shore 4th addition, and portions of North Shore 1st addition and Innerarity Shores plats from LDR and HDMU to Con (Conservation district)

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment will meet to review one specific case regarding land use. The board will also approve minutes from the June 16, 2021, meeting.

• Case No. CU-2021-11: Request by Daniel Griffith for temporary mobile home use at 900 Well Line Rd. for medical hardship

The special meeting of the Escambia County Board of Adjustment on July 28, 2021, was not convened because a quorum was not present. Only two members (Jennifer Bass and Michael Godwin) attended, while five were absent. Case CU-2021-11, a request for a temporary mobile home for medical hardship at 900 Well Line Rd., was postponed to the next regularly scheduled meeting on August 18, 2021.

• Meeting not convened due to lack of quorum
• Case CU-2021-11 postponed to August 18, 2021 meeting

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for the Preserve at Deer Run project. The board is also holding pre-application meetings and initial reviews for several residential and commercial developments.

• Final applications for Preserve at Deer Run Revised Masterplan and Phase V (10700 Blk Beulah Rd)
• Initial application for Heron's Landing Townhomes (951 Dog Track Rd, 142 Lots)
• Initial application for Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 3 (Palafox Hwy, 53 Lots)
• Initial application for Tom Thumb Pensacola TT125 (2990 S Blue Angel Pkwy)
• Pre-application meetings for Halcyon Drive S/D, Saufley Field Road Townhomes, BGS Marine, Garage/Workshop, and McVay Extension Lot

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved the Preserve at Deer Run revised masterplan and Phase V (8 lots) at 10700 Blk Beulah Rd. Pre-application meetings were held for several projects, and initial applications were reviewed for future decisions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Preserve at Deer Run revised masterplan (21031250PSD-MP)
• Approved Preserve at Deer Run Phase V preliminary plat (21031252PSD-PP)
• Approved Preserve at Deer Run Phase V construction plan (21031253PSD-CP)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public speakers. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the text.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned after hearing comments from five speakers. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were taken during the meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a federal grant application for mass transit capital and operating expenses. The meeting also includes decisions on residential subdivision plats and land use map amendments.

• Public hearing for a $3,699,531 Federal Transit Administration grant application
• Proposed land use change for 9.18 acres at Fowler Road and Nine Mile Road from Commercial to Mixed-Use Urban
• Approval of the 25-lot Schooner's Landing residential subdivision plat
• First Call Agreement with Med-Trans Corporation for helicopter medical transportation
• Hold Harmless Agreement for a seawall at 8563 Acapulco Camino

The Board certified unchanged millage rates for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 and scheduled public hearings for September 7 and 21, 2021, to adopt the budget. The Board also approved a $3.7 million federal transit grant application, a helicopter medical transport agreement with Med-Trans Corporation, and numerous consent agenda items including contracts, grants, and property dispositions. A proposed Future Land Use Map amendment for seven parcels on Fowler Road and Nine Mile Road was tabled at the applicant's request.

• Certified FY 2021/22 millage rates: County-wide 6.6165, Sheriff's MSTU .685, Library MSTU .359 (unanimous)
• Approved $3,699,531 FTA Section 5307 transit grant application (4-0)
• Approved First Call Agreement with Med-Trans Corporation d/b/a ShandsCair for helicopter medical transport (unanimous)
• Approved UF Medical Director Services Agreement, $250,000/year (4-1, Underhill no)
• Tabled Future Land Use Map amendment for 7 parcels on Fowler/Nine Mile Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $1,612,136.41 change order for FY 2020-21 Resurfacing Project (unanimous)
• Approved $737,176 contract to Carlson Environmental for Perdido Landfill Gas System expansion (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 for ADA Transition Plan implementation (unanimous)

Budget Workshops

The body is conducting a budget workshop to review departmental requests and the overall budget. The meeting includes a review of the Fund Balance Policy and GFOA multi-year capital planning.

• Review of Fund Balance Policy
• GFOA Multi-Year Capital Planning
• Review of capital requests
• Departmental budget reviews

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review final, initial, and pre-application development requests. The board will evaluate several site plans for commercial and educational facilities.

• Final application for Pecan Valley Subdivision (103 lots) at 160 Cedar Tree Ln
• Pre-application for G.S Drive Thru at 3621 Andrew Ave
• Pre-application for Pensacola Sign at 3711 N. Palafox St
• Pre-application for PODS Warehouse Expansion at 8161 Briese Ln
• Initial applications for boat and self-storage facilities on River Rd and Gulf Beach Hwy

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved the Pecan Valley Subdivision, a 103-lot project at 160 Cedar Tree Ln, as a final DRC application. The committee also held pre-application meetings for three projects and reviewed initial applications for four projects, including boat storage facilities and school covered play areas. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Pecan Valley Subdivision, 103 lots at 160 Cedar Tree Ln (final DRC application)
• Held pre-application meetings for G.S Drive Thru, Pensacola Sign, and PODS Warehouse Expansion
• Reviewed initial applications for River Road Boat Storage, Gulf Beach Self Storage, and two school covered play areas

Electrical Examiner

The Escambia County Board of Electrical Examiners is meeting to conduct regular business. The board will review a contractor application for examination.

• Application for examination for Journeyman Electrician: Travis Andria

Budget Workshops

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to conduct workshops regarding the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 County-wide Budget. The session includes departmental reviews and a review of the Fund Balance Policy.

• Fiscal Year 2021/2022 County-wide Budget overview
• Fund Balance Policy review
• GFOA Multi-Year Capital Planning
• Review of capital requests
• Departmental reviews

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners held a two-day budget workshop to review the proposed $568,518,000 Fiscal Year 2021/2022 budget. No final decisions were made; the board heard presentations on the overall budget, constitutional officer requests, and departmental budgets, making no changes to any of them. The board discussed a proposed amendment to the fund balance policy and a multi-year capital plan for vehicle replacement, but took no formal action. The board agreed to make final budget decisions at the Budget Hearings in September.

• Reviewed proposed $568,518,000 FY2021/2022 budget; no changes made
• Heard budget overviews from all constitutional officers; no changes made
• Heard budget overviews for all county departments; no changes made
• Discussed proposed fund balance policy amendment; no action taken
• Discussed multi-year capital plan for vehicle replacement; no action taken
• Reviewed community partner funding requests; no changes made
• Deferred all final budget decisions to September Budget Hearings

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss concurrency and redistricting. The body will seek to provide direction on both topics following presentations.

• Concurrency discussion with Horace Jones and Christine Fanchi
• Redistricting discussion with David Stafford

The Committee of the Whole workshop on July 15, 2021, was informational only, with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented on transportation concurrency and mobility fees, and the Supervisor of Elections discussed the upcoming redistricting process. No board direction was given on either topic.

• No formal decisions made; workshop was informational only
• Mobility fee discussion held; no action taken
• Redistricting process discussed; no action taken

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to approve a recommended 2022 annual budget for the Tourist Development Tax (TDT). The council will also discuss a policy to create a restricted marketing reserves fund for special needs.

• Approval of 2022 TDT budget recommendation for the Board of County Commissioners
• Proposed policy to create a restricted marketing reserves fund using Tourist Development Tax

The Tourist Development Council approved its 2022 TDT budget recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners, with changes: the 1st-3 cent BCC Bay Center Operations for 1.3 will be listed as asset reserves, and the $200,000 for the Naval Aviation Museum will be split into $100,000 as previously provided and $100,000 dedicated to marketing. The motion passed 5-1, with Mitesh Patel opposed. The council also discussed, but did not vote on, an additional $91,000 for Beach Access #4, which Commissioner Bender noted exceeds the BCC's initial approval.

• Approved the 2022 TDT budget for recommendation to the BCC, with Bay Center operations listed as asset reserves and museum funding split for marketing
• Passed the budget motion 5-1, with Mitesh Patel opposed
• Discussed Beach Access #4's $91,000 cost increase, deferring any action to the August 10th regular meeting
• No public speakers were heard before the meeting

Inspection Fund

The Building Inspections Fund Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the proposed FY 21-22 operating budget for Building Services. The board will also receive a presentation on new budget software.

• Proposed FY 21-22 Operating Budget for Building Services
• Presentation of new budget software

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for two projects and conducting pre-application meetings for five others. The board will also consider initial applications for a 50-lot development, a Dollar General, and a beautification project.

• Final application for Tisdale Warehouse #2 Addition at 27 Mason Ln
• Final application for Coastal Sunrise Animal Hospital at 6209 N 9th Ave
• Initial application for Kissimmee Pointe (50 Lots) at 1180 Bronson Rd
• Initial application for Dollar General at 3005 S Highway 29
• Initial application for Ensley Gateway Beautification at 8448 N Palafox St

The Development Review Committee approved two final site plans: a warehouse addition at 27 Mason Ln and a new animal hospital at 6209 N 9th Ave. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were pre-application meetings or initial reviews with comments to follow.

• Approved Tisdale Warehouse #2 Addition site plan (21062715PSP)
• Approved Coastal Sunrise Animal Hospital site plan (21052099PSP)

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee is coordinating a Diving Safety Symposium for August 9, 2021, and a Seafood Safety Symposium for September 13, 2021. Members are also reviewing updates on the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project and a draft ordinance for Comprehensive Water Way Management.

• Diving Safety Symposium scheduled for August 9, 2021
• Seafood Safety Symposium scheduled for September 13, 2021
• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project 60% plans provided by consultants
• Development of a Draft Ordinance for Comprehensive Water Way Management
• Review of Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF) funding for boating-related projects

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing funding and lien agreements for residential home improvements. The board will consider approving new grants for roofs and windows and canceling existing liens for homeowners who met compliance requirements.

• Residential Rehab Grant agreements for 1316 Wisteria Avenue ($3,380), 10 Rosea Drive ($4,967), 35 Srant Drive ($3,947), and 7005 Dale Street ($4,075)
• Cancellation of five Residential Rehab Grant liens for properties on Lakewood Road, Hermey Avenue, Crescent Drive, Northwest Syrcle Drive, and Gilliland Road
• Residential Roof Program agreements for 702 E. Johnson ($14,200) and 23 Cary Memorial Drive ($11,320)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners held a Gary Sansing Public Forum on July 8, 2021, at 4:43 p.m. The board heard comments from 22 individuals but took no formal action, made no decisions, and approved or denied nothing. The forum was adjourned at 6:24 p.m.

• No decisions were made; the forum was informational only.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and amendments to the 2030 Future Land Use map. The body will also consider lien relief requests for two properties and review monthly investment and tax collection reports.

• Rezoning of 5900 Blk Nine Mile Road from Low Density Residential to Commercial
• Rezoning of 310 Navy Boulevard from Medium Density Residential to Commercial
• Lien relief requests for 805 Decatur Avenue and 13844 Beulah Road
• Renewal of resource extraction permits for Perdido Landfill North and East Borrow Pits and North End Camp Borrow Pit
• Tourist Development Tax collections for April 2021 totaling $1,593,888.06

The Board approved a $2,502,058.94 grant for the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project and authorized additional funding for Perdido Key Public Beach Access #4, using CARES funds with potential TDC reimbursement. It also approved two rezoning requests, granted lien relief for two properties, and approved a $645,000 broadband project contract. Several items were tabled, including a helicopter medical transport agreement and three land-use hearings.

• Approved $2,502,058.94 NFWF grant for Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project.
• Approved $91,782.64 from CARES funds for Perdido Key Beach Access #4, pending TDC reimbursement.
• Approved rezoning of 5900 Blk Nine Mile Road and 310 Navy Boulevard to Commercial.
• Granted lien relief for 805 Decatur Ave, contingent on Habitat for Humanity contract.
• Granted lien relief for 13844 Beulah Road in exchange for $1,100 payment.
• Approved $645,000 contract with Magellan Advisors for broadband project.
• Tabled First Call helicopter medical transport agreement with Med-Trans Corporation.
• Dropped three OLF-8 land-use public hearings (5:51, 5:52, 5:53).

Contractor Competency

The Competency Board is meeting to review applications for contractor examinations and hold probable cause hearings. The board will determine if applicants are eligible for testing and review specific case complaints.

• Examination applications for Residential Contractor, Master Plumber w/ Gas, Specialty Structure, Demolition, and Journeyman Plumbing
• Probable cause hearing: Tyler B Thompson (Thompson Residential Construction LLC) regarding 5412 Tomlinson Rd.
• Probable cause hearing: Bryan P Webb (American Garage Door LLC) regarding 154 Ethel Wingate Dr.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several development projects across Escambia County. The agenda includes final applications for Portofino, Schooner Landing, Verizon Wireless, and Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 1.

• Final application: Portofino - Tower 6, 7 and Amenities Building
• Final application: Schooner Landing, Gulf Beach Hwy 25 Lots
• Final application: Verizon Wireless - Dunaway, 7040 Pine Forest Rd
• Final application: Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 1, Palafox Hwy 100 Lots
• Initial application: Ashland Manor, 8662 Ashland Ave 30 Lots

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved four final development applications: Portofino Towers 6 and 7 with amenities building, Schooner Landing (25 lots), Verizon Wireless Dunaway, and Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 1 (both plat and construction plans). The committee also held pre-application meetings for six proposed projects, including a warehouse, storage facilities, and townhomes, and received initial applications for six other projects. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Portofino Tower 6, 7 and Amenities Building (application 20124896PSP)
• Approved Schooner Landing, Gulf Beach Hwy, 25 lots (application 21031321PSD-FP)
• Approved Verizon Wireless - Dunaway, 7040 Pine Forest Rd (application 20114389PSP)
• Approved Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 1, Palafox Hwy, 100 lots - plat (application 20104131PSD-PP)
• Approved Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 1, Palafox Hwy, 100 lots - construction plans (application 20104178PSD-CP)
• Held pre-application meetings for six projects, including Davis Hwy Maxi Warehouse, East Fence, U-Haul of Escambia, East Nine Mile Storage, Convenience Store, and Lepley Road Townhomes
• Received initial applications for six projects, including Ashland Manor, Bellview Pointe Subdivision, Portico Condominium, Grocery Anchored Shopping Center, and A+ Storage Palafox

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a request to rezone property at 5701 Highway 99 from Rural Mixed-Use to Agricultural. The board will also review a revised development plan for the Antietam residential subdivision Planned Unit Development.

• Rezoning of 28.71 acres at 5701 Highway 99 from RMU to Agr
• Review of revised development plan for Antietam subdivision (PUD)

The Escambia County Planning Board approved a rezoning request for 28.71 acres at 5701 Highway 99 from Rural Mixed-Use to Agricultural, and recommended approval of a revised Antietam Subdivision PUD plan with an extra lot, subject to final inspections. Both items will go to the Board of County Commissioners for final decisions.

• Approved rezoning of 28.71 acres at 5701 Highway 99 from RMU to Agr (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Antietam Subdivision PUD revision with extra lot (4-1)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2021 rezoning meeting (5-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (5-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding three proposed ordinances. These include changes to the Rural Mixed-Use district, a small scale future land use amendment, and a comprehensive plan amendment for specific parcels.

• Ordinance to increase retail sales gross floor area in the Rural Mixed-Use (RMU) district
• Small Scale Amendment SSA-2021-01 regarding the Future Land Use Map
• Comprehensive Plan amendment LSA-2021-02 for parcel 05-1S-31-1101-000-000 to change designations to Mixed-Use Urban and Commercial

The Escambia County Planning Board voted 5-0 to recommend approval of an ordinance increasing the retail sales gross floor area allowed in the Rural Mixed-Use (RMU) district through conditional use approval. It also recommended approval of a Small Scale Future Land Use Map amendment (SSA-2021-01) and a Large Scale Amendment (LSA-2021-02) changing a parcel's designation from Public to Mixed-Use Urban and Commercial. All recommendations will go to the Board of County Commissioners for final action.

• Approved recommending RMU retail floor area increase (5-0)
• Approved recommending FLU map amendment SSA-2021-01 (5-0)
• Approved recommending LSA-2021-02 FLU map change (5-0)

Tourist Development Council

The Council is conducting a budget workshop to review the Tourist Development Tax financial position. The meeting includes updates on collections and projections, as well as input from outside agencies regarding the 2022 budget.

• Update on TDT financial position and year-end projections
• Discussion of the initial 2022 total TDT Budget amount
• Input/Requests from Unified Budget Group, UWF Historic Trust, National Naval Aviation Museum, Sertoma Fireworks, and African American Heritage Society
• Recommendation to the BOCC for the 2022 TDT budget

The Tourist Development Council held a budget workshop to review the 2022 TDT budget and heard funding requests from outside agencies. No official votes were taken; a special meeting is scheduled for July 15 to formally act on the budget. The draft budget is $15.3 million, and June TDT collections were $1,917,322.

• Scheduled a special meeting for July 15 at 3:00 PM to formally vote on the budget.
• Heard a request from UWF Historic Trust for $200,000, down from $225,000.
• Heard a request from National Naval Aviation Museum for $200,000, up from $100,000.
• Heard a request from Sertoma Fireworks for $75,000, same as previous year.
• Heard a request from African American Heritage Society for $50,000, up from $30,000.
• Heard a request from General Chappie James Memorial Foundation for $300,000 for a memorial project.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for commercial buildings and residential subdivisions. The body is also holding pre-application meetings for several multi-family and commercial projects across four districts.

• Final application for Broad Street Commercial Bldg at 7999 Pensacola Blvd
• Final application for Jamesville Minor Subdivision (5 lots) at 7410 Jamesville Rd
• Final application for Schooner Landing (25 lots) on Gulf Beach Hwy
• Pre-application for Perdido Key Drive Multi-family at 13450 Perdido Key Drive
• Initial application for Summerbrooke Phase 1 (104 lots) at 899 Dog Track Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved four final development applications: Broad Street Commercial Bldg, Jamesville Minor Subdivision, Davis Animal Hospital Phase 2, and Meraki Solar Improvements. The Schooner Landing project was tabled as a placeholder only. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six projects and received initial applications for two projects.

• Approved Broad Street Commercial Bldg at 7999 Pensacola Blvd
• Approved Jamesville Minor Subdivision at 7410 Jamesville Rd (5 lots)
• Approved Davis Animal Hospital Phase 2 at 9051 N Davis Hwy
• Approved Meraki Solar Improvements at 21 N New Warrington Rd
• Tabled Schooner Landing at Gulf Beach Hwy (25 lots) as placeholder only
• Held pre-application meetings for six projects (Perdido Key Drive, Carl Dean Road, 1st Tee, Woods Subdivision, Pensacola Big Game Fishing Club, Schafer RV)
• Received initial applications for Summerbrooke Phase 1 and Tisdale Warehouse #2 Addition

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final, initial, and pre-application development requests. The body is reviewing projects including subdivisions, storage facilities, and commercial developments across five districts.

• Final application for Pathstone Phase 1 Subdivision on Nine Mile Rd
• Final application for Nine Mile Self Storage Facility at 6026 W 9 Mile Rd
• Final application for Meadows Subdivision, 1200 Blk S Hwy 97 (44 Lots)
• Pre-application meeting for Perdido Key Drive Multi-family at 13450 Perdido Key Drive
• Initial application for Moreau Duplexes at 1325 N 69th Ave

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all six final applications on its June 23, 2021 agenda, including the Pathstone Phase 1 Subdivision on Nine Mile Rd, the Perdido River & Bay Paddle Trail, and the Nine Mile Self Storage Facility. Also approved were the Bridlewood 2nd Addition (69 lots) and the Meadows Subdivision (44 lots, listed as a placeholder only). The committee also held four pre-application meetings and received two initial applications for future review.

• Approved Pathstone Phase 1 Subdivision, Nine Mile Rd
• Approved Perdido River & Bay Paddle Trail, Perdido River
• Approved Nine Mile Self Storage Facility, 6026 W 9 Mile Rd
• Approved Bridlewood 2nd Addition, 7568 Mobile Hwy (69 lots)
• Approved Meadows Subdivision, 1200 Blk S Hwy 97 (44 lots, placeholder only)
• Held pre-application meetings for 4 projects, including Perdido Key Drive multi-family and George Bistro & Bar parking lot
• Received initial applications for Glenhollow Phase II and Moreau Duplexes

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public forum. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the text.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order at 8:33 a.m. and adjourned at 9:16 a.m. The board heard comments from 16 individuals but took no votes or formal actions. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to create a Municipal Services Benefit Unit for street lighting in the Belmont Downs Subdivision. The body will also review lien relief requests for two properties and schedule future hearings regarding the Outlying Landing Field 8 (OLF-8) Master Plan.

• Public hearing to adopt the Belmont Downs Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU Ordinance
• Lien relief request for property at 56 Teakwood Drive
• Lien relief request for property at 6350 Judkins Drive
• Scheduling of public hearings for OLF-8 Large Scale Map Amendment 2021-01 and 2021-02
• Scheduling of public hearing for OLF-8 Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment CPA-2021-01

The Board voted 4-1 to conclude County Administrator Janice Gilley's contract effective immediately, with severance paid per the contract, and appointed Wes Moreno as Acting Interim Director. The Board also approved a settlement in the Matthew Selover v. Escambia County case, authorized a $1,083,114 change order for the Bayou Chico remediation project, and scheduled public hearings for the OLF-8 land use changes. A motion to keep retirement contribution rates at status quo and seek legal opinions passed 3-2.

• Concluded County Administrator Janice Gilley's contract effective immediately, with severance per contract (4-1)
• Appointed Wes Moreno as Acting Interim Director effective immediately (4-1)
• Approved settlement in Matthew Selover v. Escambia County and Dr. Rayme Edler (4-1)
• Approved $1,083,114 change order for Bayou Chico Contaminated Sediment Remediation Project (4-0)
• Scheduled July 8, 2021 public hearings for OLF-8 land use and text amendments (4-0)
• Approved partial lien releases for properties at 56 Teakwood Drive and 6350 Judkins Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Belmont Downs Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU Ordinance 2021-25 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to keep ICMA 401(a) rates at status quo and seek legal opinions (3-2)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications, initial applications, and holding pre-application meetings for various development projects. These items include residential subdivisions, a hotel, and commercial renovations.

• Final application for Serenity, River Rd (51 Lots)
• Final application for Summerbrooke Master Plan, 899 Dog Track Rd
• Final application for 16 Via Deluna Hotel, 16 Via Deluna Dr
• Initial application for Cefco -Fairfield & Pace, 3205 N. Pace Blvd
• Pre-application meeting for Allen Turner Renovation, 6000 Pensacola Blvd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved three final applications: Serenity (51 lots on River Rd), Summerbrooke Master Plan (899 Dog Track Rd), and 16 Via Deluna Hotel (16 Via Deluna Dr). The committee also held pre-application meetings for six projects and received initial applications for three more, with review comments to be available Thursday.

• Approved final application for Serenity, 51 lots on River Rd
• Approved final application for Summerbrooke Master Plan, 899 Dog Track Rd
• Approved final application for 16 Via Deluna Hotel, 16 Via Deluna Dr
• Held pre-application meetings for six projects, including Allen Turner Renovation and Creighton Road Multi-Family
• Received initial applications for Farm Hill Utilities Building Addition, Drowsy Poet, and Cefco - Fairfield & Pace

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review three specific cases regarding land use and zoning variances. The board will decide on requests for a medical hardship mobile home and developments at a sports center.

• Case CU-2021-11: Temporary use of a mobile home for medical hardship at 900 Well Line Rd.
• Case CU-2021-10: Construction of a pool, clubhouse, and parking at 3000 BLK Langley Ave
• Case V-2021-05: Increase of allowable parking stalls per unit at 3000 BLK Langley Ave

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment held a regular meeting on June 16, 2021, and approved the meeting packet, waived the reading of the legal advertisement, and approved the April 21, 2021 minutes, all by 5-0 votes. The board voted to continue two cases to a special meeting or August: a request for a temporary mobile home for medical hardship (CU-2021-11) and two requests related to a pool, clubhouse, and parking at 3000 BLK Langley Ave (CU-2021-10 and V-2021-05). No substantive decisions were made on the cases themselves.

• Approved June 16, 2021 BOA meeting packet (5-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (5-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 resume minutes (5-0)
• Continued CU-2021-11 (900 Well Line Rd) to special meeting for medical docs (5-0)
• Continued CU-2021-10 (3000 BLK Langley Ave) public hearing to August (5-0)
• Continued V-2021-05 (3000 BLK Langley Ave) public hearing to August (5-0)

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing updates on shoreline projects, boating regulations, and a proposed vessel registration fee. Members are also coordinating two upcoming safety symposia for diving and seafood. The body is discussing a potential joint County-City venture to acquire the Pensacola Shipyard Marine Complex.

• Discussion of conceptual County-City joint venture to purchase 76-acre Pensacola Shipyard Marine Complex for approximately $46M
• Update on Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project 60% plans
• Review of Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF) and potential funding for boat ramps and artificial reefs
• Report on Pensacola Bay Fishing Bridge total loss and demolition for artificial reefing
• Coordination of Diving Safety Symposium (August 9) and Seafood Safety Symposium (September 13)

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss budget planning. Amber McClure is scheduled to lead a 45-minute discussion to provide the Board with direction.

• Budget planning discussion led by Amber McClure

The Committee of the Whole held a workshop on budget planning, reviewing an external audit and financial trends. No formal decisions were made, but the Board agreed not to support tax increases this year due to CARES and ARPA funding. Staff was directed to bring back a recommendation on a millage rate that makes the County whole and efficient.

• Agreed not to support tax increases this year due to CARES and ARPA funding allocations.
• Requested staff bring back a recommendation on a millage rate that makes the County whole and efficient.
• Discussed options for Sheriff's MSTU and Fire MSBU, with no changes approved.
• Heard that the County's financial condition rating for FY2020 is inconclusive.
• No formal board direction was given at the workshop.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final and initial applications for various development projects. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for four proposed sites.

• Final application for Hood Drive Shoppes at 6 E Hood Dr
• Final application for The Ridge at 6003 N Palafox St
• Final application for Dry Creek (36 Lots) at 1400 Blk Molino Rd
• Final application for Whiskey Joes at 400 Quietwater Beach #16
• Initial application for Beulah Elementary School cafeteria and building renovations at 6201 Helms Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved four final development applications: Hood Drive Shoppes, The Ridge, Dry Creek (36 lots), and Whiskey Joes. Four pre-application meetings were held for future projects, and two initial applications were introduced for review. No votes were recorded; approvals were made by the Acting DRC Chairman.

• Approved Hood Drive Shoppes, 6 E Hood Dr
• Approved The Ridge, 6003 N Palafox St
• Approved Dry Creek, 1400 Blk Molino Rd (36 lots)
• Approved Whiskey Joes, 400 Quietwater Beach #16
• Held pre-application meetings for Sears Blvd Metal Building, Car Bazaar, George Bistro & Bar parking lot, and Project 52 Phase II
• Introduced initial applications for Beulah Elementary School cafeteria/renovations and The Waters at Ransley Station

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review the status of available funds and collections. The body will discuss the American Rescue Plan Act and receive updates on the state of Pensacola tourism.

• American Rescue Plan Act discussion
• Bay Center update
• State of Pensacola Tourism report by Downs & St. Germain
• Updates from Visit Pensacola, Pensacola Sports, ACE, Naval Museum, and UWF Historic Trust
• Status of funds available and TDC collections

The Tourist Development Council discussed a request from the Chappie James Memorial Foundation for $300,000 toward a $940,000 memorial plaza, but a motion to support the project failed for lack of a second. The council unanimously approved the April 2021 meeting minutes and received updates on funds, the Bay Center, tourism research, and Visit Pensacola's budget request. No formal funding decisions were made.

• Approved April 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to support Chappie James memorial failed (no second)
• Received status of funds report: $5.7 million available as of May 24, 2021
• Discussed American Rescue Plan Act funding allocation (no action)
• Heard Bay Center update: 100% occupancy, new GM Michael Capps
• Received tourism research: $1.4 billion economic impact, beach key draw
• Heard Visit Pensacola 2022 budget request: $9,582,500 (62.3% of TDT receipts)
• Discussed additional July meeting to review budget (no formal action)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing funding and lien agreements for residential home improvements. The board will decide on grants for roof replacements and roofing work, as well as the cancellation of existing liens for completed projects.

• Residential Rehab Grant for roof replacement at 6408 White Oak Drive ($5,166)
• Residential Rehab Grant for roof replacement at 801 West Cross Street ($4,479)
• Cancellation of rehab liens for 10 Rosea Drive ($6,000), 710 Vendee Lane ($3,772), and 2403 North Baylen Street ($3,939)
• Residential Roof Program grant for 1850 West Saint Joseph Avenue ($6,900)
• Residential Roof Program grant for 3400 W. Bobe Street ($12,735)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public speakers. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order at 4:44 p.m. and adjourned at 5:25 p.m. Thirteen individuals spoke during the public comment period. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural only.

• Called forum to order at 4:44 p.m.
• Heard comments from 13 speakers
• Adjourned forum at 5:25 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a property lien relief request for 1717 David Street and accept the April 2021 investment portfolio report. The agenda also includes scheduling several public hearings regarding rezoning cases and borrow pit permit renewals.

• Lien relief request for property at 1717 David Street
• April 30, 2021 Investment Portfolio Summary Report ($317,316,827 market value)
• Cancellation of public hearings regarding OLF 8 Master Plan District
• Scheduling of rezoning cases for 5900 BLK Nine Mile Road and 310 Navy Boulevard
• $50,000 unsecured loan request for Morris Court III

The Board voted 4-0 to cancel three public hearings related to the OLF-8 property, including a Future Land Use map amendment, a policy change, and a new zoning district. The Board also approved a $1.3 million contract for engineering and design services for the Eleven Mile Creek Stream Restoration Project. A request for lien relief on a David Street property was granted.

• Cancelled OLF-8 Future Land Use map amendment public hearing (4-0)
• Cancelled OLF-8 Future Land Use policy amendment public hearing (4-0)
• Cancelled OLF-8 Master Plan District zoning ordinance public hearing (4-0)
• Approved $1,302,759 contract with Mott MacDonald for Eleven Mile Creek restoration design (unanimous)
• Granted lien relief request for property at 1717 David Street (4-0)
• Approved 2019/2020 Comprehensive Plan Implementation Annual Report (4-0)
• Approved $880,000 ECAT fixed-route software agreement with Passio Technologies (unanimous)
• Approved $610,772 purchase of four 2022 Western Star semi tractors for Waste Services (4-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final and initial site plan applications. The board will also hold pre-application meetings for several new developments, including a carwash and a mixed-use complex.

• Final application for Verizon Wireless at 1762 Wilma Rd
• Initial application for ALDI Grocery Store at 4830 Mobile Hwy
• Initial application for Pecan Valley (103 Lots) at 160 Cedar Tree Ln
• Pre-application for Ronnys Carwash at 2400 Blk Pensacola Blvd
• Pre-application for Lepley Mixed-Use Complex at E Lepley Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved a final site plan for a Verizon Wireless facility at 1762 Wilma Rd. The committee also held pre-application meetings for four projects and opened initial review for three others, with comments to be available Thursday. No other final decisions were made.

• Approved Verizon Wireless site plan at 1762 Wilma Rd (D5, SP 21031206PSP)

Contractor Competency

The Competency Board will review status reports for three contractors and hold probable cause hearings for two others. The board will also consider applications for contractor examination and reinstatement.

• Probable cause hearing: Tyler B Thompson (Thompson Residential Construction LLC) regarding 5412 Tomlinson Rd.
• Probable cause hearing: Bryan P Webb (American Garage Door LLC) regarding Harbour Pointe Condominium.
• Status reports for Michael Parsons, Mark S Ard, and Cyrus Shams.
• Reinstatement application for Deron Boughton.
• Examination application for Donovan Melton.

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding public hearings on two rezoning requests and an ordinance to amend the 2030 Future Land Use Map. The board will also review land development code language related to the Outlying Landing Field 8 (OLF-8) presentation.

• Case #: OSP-2021-01: Request to change 32.4 acres at 810 Neal Rd. from Conservation Neighborhood to Mixed Use Suburban (MU-S)
• LSA-2021-01: Proposed change of parcel 05-1S-31-1101-000-000 from Public (P) to Mixed-Use Urban (457.82 acres) and Commercial (81.28 acres)
• Proposed ordinance to increase maximum density and intensity floor area ratio for the OLF-8 Masterplan District
• Review of Land Development Code Language for Chapter 3 regarding Outlying Landing Field 8 (OLF-8)

The Escambia County Planning Board recommended approval of a Future Land Use (FLU) map change for the OLF-8 property, altering 457.82 acres from Public to Mixed-Use Urban and 81.28 acres to Commercial. It also recommended approval of an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan to increase density and intensity limits for the OLF-8 Masterplan District. Additionally, the board approved an opt-out request for a 32.4-acre parcel at 810 Neal Rd. from the DSAP, assigning a Mixed-Use Suburban designation. All votes were 5-0 except the opt-out, which passed 4-1.

• Approved opt-out request for 810 Neal Rd. from DSAP, FLU designation MU-S (4-1)
• Recommended approval of FLU map change for OLF-8: 457.82 acres to MU-U, 81.28 acres to Commercial (5-0)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending FLU 1.1.3 to increase density/intensity for OLF-8 Masterplan District (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (4-0)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will hold public hearings to determine if two residential properties should be rezoned to commercial districts. The board will also review minutes from the March 2, 2021, rezoning meeting.

• Case Z-2021-03: Rezoning 5900 BLK Nine Mile Rd. from Low Density Residential to Commercial
• Case Z-2021-04: Rezoning 310 N. Navy Blvd. from Medium Density Residential to Commercial

The Escambia County Planning Board held a quasi-judicial rezoning meeting on June 1, 2021, and approved two rezoning requests, both with a 4-0 vote. The board recommended approval for a 1.21-acre property on Nine Mile Road (Z-2021-03) and a 0.61-acre property at 310 N. Navy Blvd. (Z-2021-04), each changing from residential to commercial district. The board also approved the meeting minutes and accepted the meeting packet.

• Approved recommendation for rezoning at 5900 BLK Nine Mile Rd from LDR to COM (4-0)
• Approved recommendation for rezoning at 310 N. Navy Blvd from MDR to COM (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2021 Planning Board Rezoning Meeting (4-0)
• Accepted Planning Board meeting packet (4-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several development projects across various districts. The agenda includes final applications for utilities, workshops, master plans, and subdivisions, as well as pre-application meetings and initial project reviews.

• Final Application: PSP Farm Hill Utilities Water Storage Tank at 3550 S Highway 97
• Final Application: PSP Super Foods Office & Equipment Repair Workshop at 3405 Barrancas Ave
• Final Application: MP Bridlewood Master Plan Revision at Steeplechase Blvd (247 Lots)
• Final Application: PP Dry Creek Subdivision at 1400 Blk Molino Rd (36 Lots)
• Final Application: SP First City Solar Energy Center at 3820 Holland Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved several final site plans, including a water storage tank, a solar energy center, and a Verizon wireless facility, all with no noted opposition. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several projects and received initial applications for subdivisions and commercial buildings, which will be reviewed later.

• Approved Farm Hill Utilities Water Storage Tank at 3550 S Highway 97
• Approved Dry Creek Subdivision (36 lots) at 1400 Blk Molino Rd
• Approved First City Solar Energy Center at 3820 Holland Rd
• Approved Winifred Minor Subdivision (3 lots) at 5796 Winifred Ave
• Approved Verizon Wireless - Riverview at 3451 Smith Fish Camp Rd
• Held pre-application meetings for 5 projects (e.g., Gene's Floor Covering, Climatech, etc.)
• Received initial applications for Meadow's Subdivision (44 lots), Pine Top Subdivision (73 lots), Broad Street Commercial Bldg, and Hammocks Subdivision (99 lots)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing ordinances to permit tiny house developments and amend land use designations for the Outlying Landing Field 8 (OLF-8) site. The meeting also includes decisions on property conveyances and updates to the County Purchasing Ordinance.

• Public hearing on an ordinance to create 'Tiny House Development' as a permitted use
• Proposed FLU map amendment for 539.1 acres at Outlying Landing Field 8 (OLF-8)
• Sale of property at 707 East Scott Street to Escambia County Housing Finance Authority for $8,500
• Ordinance to revise threshold approval authority for the County Purchasing Ordinance
• Conservation easements for properties at 817 Sailfish Court and 1225 Parasol Place

The Board adopted Ordinance 2021-22 revising the County Purchasing Ordinance thresholds (4-1), and adopted Ordinances 2021-23 and 2021-24 amending the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code (both 4-1). The Board unanimously dropped the proposed 'Tiny House Development' ordinance for further discussion, and approved a lien relief request for a property at 3011 Frank Ard Road. Numerous consent agenda items were approved, including EMS fee increases, a $868,532 bus purchase, and a $149,748 change order for the Quietwater Beach Ferry Landing project.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-22 revising purchasing approval thresholds (4-1, Underhill no)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-23 amending Comprehensive Plan FLU map and Rural Development (4-1, Underhill no)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-24 adding Agriculture Residential FLU category and zoning districts (4-1, Underhill no)
• Dropped Tiny House Development ordinance for further discussion (unanimous)
• Granted code enforcement lien relief for property at 3011 Frank Ard Road (unanimous)
• Approved EMS fee schedule increases effective July 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $868,532 purchase of two Gillig buses for ECAT (unanimous)
• Approved $149,748 change order for Quietwater Beach Ferry Landing repairs (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a regular meeting. No specific policy items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners held a Gary Sansing Public Forum on May 20, 2021, at 8:32 a.m. Four individuals spoke during the public comment period. The forum was adjourned at 8:49 a.m. with no substantive decisions, votes, or actions taken.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final, initial, and pre-application development requests. The board will review a variety of residential subdivisions, warehouses, and commercial sites across five districts.

• Final application for Ransley Station (12 lots) on Pine Forest Rd
• Final application for Allison Acres (85 lots) at 1870 W Ten Mile Rd
• Final application for Bosarge Warehouse at 3900 W Navy Blvd
• Initial application for Ledgestone Subdivision (36 lots) at 9989 Beulah Rd
• Pre-application meeting for Bobcat Dealership at 1440 W. 9 Mile Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved five final development applications, including subdivisions, a warehouse, and a commercial site. No applications were denied or tabled. The committee also held pre-application meetings and reviewed initial applications for future projects.

• Approved Ransley Station, 12 lots on Pine Forest Rd
• Approved Allison Acres, 85 lots on W Ten Mile Rd (preliminary plat)
• Approved Allison Acres, 85 lots on W Ten Mile Rd (construction plan)
• Approved Bosarge Warehouse, 3900 W Navy Blvd
• Approved TWOLP Pensacola, 5307 N Davis Hwy

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final, initial, and pre-application requests for various land developments. These items include commercial site plans and residential subdivisions across five districts.

• Final application for McDonald's at 5897 W Nine Mile Rd
• Final application for DKJ Real Properties Personal Service Bldg at 9500 Pensacola Blvd
• Initial application for 16 Via Deluna Hotel at 16 Via Deluna Dr
• Initial application for Nine Mile Self Storage Facility at 6026 W Nine Mile Rd
• Final application for Whitetail Run at Bridlewood Rd (38 Lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all six final applications, including a personal service building, a 38-lot subdivision, a McDonald's, a minor subdivision, and a parking lot expansion. The committee also held pre-application meetings and reviewed initial applications, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved DKJ Real Properties Personal Service Bldg at 9500 Pensacola Blvd
• Approved Whitetail Run subdivision (38 lots) on Bridlewood Rd
• Approved McDonald's at 5897 W Nine Mile Rd
• Approved Guidy Lane Minor Subdivision (3 lots) at 9561 Guidy Ln
• Approved Azalea Trace North Parking at 10100 Hillview Dr

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss various waterway projects, vessel concerns, and regulatory areas. The body will review specific public boat ramp issues and a proposal for an artificial reef site.

• 10836 Lillian Highway Public Boat Ramp
• Proposed Boating Regulatory Areas in Bayou Garcon and Innerarity Point
• Langdon Bay Artificial Reef Site Proposal
• Optional Vessel Registration Fee Increase - FL Statute 328.66
• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project

The Escambia County Marine Advisory Committee approved the April 12, 2021 draft minutes (8-0) and received staff updates on multiple marine projects. No new business or action items were brought before the committee. Updates included the Lillian Highway boat ramp awaiting an Army Corps permit, a $1.5 million allocation for artificial reef deployment, and FWC approval of a slow-speed zone in Bayou Garcon.

• Approved April 12, 2021 draft minutes (8-0)
• Heard update: Lillian Highway boat ramp design 100% complete, awaiting Army Corps permit; construction not expected this year
• Heard update: County to receive approx. $1.5 million for prefabricated reef modules and concrete rubble
• Heard update: Bayou Garcon slow-speed zone received final FWC approval; Vessel Exclusion Zone for Innerarity Point Park conceptually approved
• Heard update: FWC denied Motorboat Exclusion Zone for Paddlecraft Launch; alternative being developed
• Heard update: Contractor abandoned removal of derelict vessel UNBRANDED; new FWC contracts needed for two vessels
• Heard update: Galvez Landing boat ramp 100% design expected June 2021; construction not expected this year
• Heard update: Langdon Bay artificial reef permit previously denied; plans to meet with new NPS superintendent

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public speaker sign-ups. No substantive decisions or discussion items are listed.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned with no substantive decisions. Seventeen residents spoke during the public comment period, but no action was taken by the Board.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on vacating drainage systems and rights-of-way. They are also reviewing final plats for two residential subdivisions and determining vested rights for properties on Fowler Avenue.

• Public hearing to vacate .035 acres of drainage system in Ridgefield Subdivision, Unit No. 1
• Public hearing to vacate Pelham Court right-of-way (.27 acres) in Bowling Green Subdivision
• Public hearing to vacate 0.07 acres of a county park on Fairway Drive in Country Club Estates
• Final plat approval for Kaylees Landing (21-lot subdivision) and Bridlewood 1st Addition (87-lot subdivision)
• Vested rights determinations for front setbacks at 9820 and 9824 Fowler Avenue

The Board approved a $2,000,000 reimbursement to Emergency Medical Services for COVID-related revenue loss, along with other CARES Act funding reimbursements to the Tax Collector and for HVAC work at the Bay Center. The Board also approved two vested rights determinations for front setbacks at 9820 and 9824 Fowler Avenue, and approved the recording of two new subdivisions (Kaylees Landing and Bridlewood 1st Addition). A petition to vacate the Pelham Court right-of-way was denied.

• Approved $2,000,000 CARES Act reimbursement to EMS for COVID revenue loss (unanimous)
• Approved CARES Act reimbursements to Tax Collector ($185,429.82) and Bay Center HVAC ($10,100) (unanimous)
• Approved vested rights for front setback at 9820 Fowler Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved vested rights for front setback at 9824 Fowler Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved recording of Kaylees Landing subdivision, 21 lots (unanimous)
• Approved recording of Bridlewood 1st Addition subdivision, 87 lots (unanimous)
• Denied vacation of Pelham Court right-of-way, Bowling Green Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 Summer Youth Employment Program with Blue Arbor, Inc. (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing several residential grant programs. The Board will consider approving new funding and lien agreements for home improvements and roof replacements, as well as canceling existing liens for residents who have met compliance requirements.

• Residential Rehab Grant Program funding and lien agreements for various property owners
• Cancellation of Residential Rehab Grant Program liens for eight properties
• Residential Roof Program funding and lien agreements for three property owners

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board is meeting to review several contractor applications for examination and reinstatement. The board will also introduce a new investigator, Melissa Reber.

• Application for Examination: Matthew Bacchieri (General Contractor)
• Application for Examination: Jonathan Fitzgerald (Roofing Contractor)
• Application for Reinstatement: Deron Boughton (JP0468)
• Application for Reinstatement: Terry Richardson (DWS0012)
• Application for Examination: Jerry and Wilma Wilson (Residential Contractor)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final, initial, and pre-application development requests. These items include site plans for residential, educational, and commercial projects across various districts.

• Final application for Holsberry Gardens at 9906 Holsberry Rd
• Final application for Beulah Academy of Science Gymnasium Addition at 8633 Beulah Rd
• Pre-application for Pine Forest & 9 Mile Commercial at 4141 Pine Forest Rd
• Initial application for Brookhaven Phase 4 at 2600 S Hwy 97
• Initial application for Hood Drive Shoppes at 6 E Hood Dr

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved two final site plans: Holsberry Gardens and Beulah Academy of Science Gymnasium Addition. The committee also held pre-application meetings for four projects and reviewed initial applications for several others, with initial review comments to be available Thursday.

• Approved Holsberry Gardens site plan (D5, SP 2101168PSP)
• Approved Beulah Academy of Science Gymnasium Addition site plan (D1, SP 2103920PSP)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and recommend two ordinances for adoption by the Board of County Commissioners. These include new regulations for tiny house developments and updated airport protection zoning. The board will also review the 2019/2020 Comprehensive Plan Annual Report.

• Proposed ordinance creating Section 4-7.17 Tiny House Development
• Proposed ordinance updating airport protection zoning and Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (AICUZ)
• Review of the 2019/2020 Comprehensive Plan Annual Report

The Escambia County Planning Board voted 6-0 to recommend approval of an ordinance creating Section 4-7.17 Tiny House Development in the Land Development Code, forwarding it to the Board of County Commissioners for adoption. The board also voted 6-0 to defer a public hearing on airport zoning regulations for 90 days, and approved the 2019/2020 Comprehensive Plan Annual Report for forwarding to the BCC. All other actions were procedural, including approval of minutes and meeting packet.

• Recommended approval of Tiny House Development ordinance (6-0)
• Deferred airport zoning public hearing for 90 days (6-0)
• Approved 2019/2020 Comprehensive Plan Annual Report for BCC (6-0)
• Approved April 6, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (6-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (6-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several pre-application and initial applications. These include discussions regarding townhomes, triplexes, and various minor subdivisions across multiple districts.

• JoJo Road Townhomes at 8825 Chishlom Rd
• Caminitti Lane Triplexes at 8431 Caminitti Ln
• Penske - PNS FL at 8781 Ely Rd
• Gravel No No at 3010 Old Barrancas
• Preserve at Deer Run Phase V, 10700 Blk Beulah Rd (8 Lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee met but took no final action. The agenda included four pre-application meetings and four initial review applications, all of which were discussed or noted for further review. No votes or approvals were recorded.

• No final decisions made
• Pre-application meetings held for JoJo Road Townhomes, Caminitti Lane Triplexes, Penske - PNS FL, and Gravel No No
• Initial applications noted for Preserve at Deer Run Phase V (two), Rebel Road Minor Subdivision, and Guidy Lane Minor Subdivision

Board of County Commissioners

This meeting is a public forum intended for matters not included on the upcoming Board of County Commissioners' agenda. Citizens wishing to speak must sign up at the Chambers and are limited to three minutes per speaker.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned with no substantive decisions. Six residents spoke during the public comment period, but no action was taken by the Board.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to create a Medicaid ordinance and adopt the 2020-2024 Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements. The meeting also includes votes on residential subdivision plats and noise waivers for fireworks displays.

• Public hearing to create an ordinance regarding Medicaid (Sections 90-311 through 90-329)
• Public hearing to adopt the 2020-2024 Update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements
• Approval of Kirkwood (42-lot residential subdivision) and Stagecoach (23-lot subdivision) final plats
• Tourist Development Tax collections for February 2021 totaling $567,061.67
• Noise waivers for Portofino Seasonal Fireworks and Five Flag's Speedway fireworks

The Board approved a $2,216,000 purchase order to MUSCO Sports Lighting for LED field lights and poles at the John R. Jones Athletic Complex, funded by LOST IV. The Board also approved a $3,654,362.19 package of Public Works vehicles and equipment, and a $3,135,518.58 change order for Hurricane Sally debris hauling. A $350,000 budget increase for the Pensacola Bay Center was approved 4-1, with Commissioner Underhill voting no.

• Approved $2,216,000 for LED field lights at John R. Jones Athletic Complex (unanimous)
• Approved $3,654,362.19 for Public Works vehicles and equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $3,135,518.58 change order for Hurricane Sally debris hauling (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 budget increase for Pensacola Bay Center (4-1, Underhill no)
• Approved $2,216,000 purchase order to MUSCO Sports Lighting (unanimous)
• Approved $506,193.45 contract for CR95A and Old Chemstrand Road improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $632,594 contract for Hurricane Sally roof damage assessment (unanimous)
• Approved $228,330 repayment to Federal Transit Administration (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review three specific cases regarding construction and parking. The board will decide on requests for a government warehouse and sports center facilities.

• Case CU-2021-09: Request for a government agency or public utility warehousing facility at 1621 Atwoord Dr
• Case CU-2021-10: Request for a pool, clubhouse, and parking at 3000 BLK Langley Ave
• Case V-2021-05: Request to increase allowable parking stalls per unit at 3000 BLK Langley Ave

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use request (CU-2021-09) to allow construction of a warehousing facility for a government agency or public utility at 1621 Atwoord Dr, with a 4-0 vote. Two related requests for the 3000 BLK Langley Ave (CU-2021-10 and V-2021-05) were continued to the June meeting. Procedural items, including meeting packet acceptance and minutes approval, were also passed unanimously.

• Approved conditional use CU-2021-09 for warehouse at 1621 Atwoord Dr (4-0)
• Granted continuance for CU-2021-10 (pool, clubhouse, parking at 3000 BLK Langley Ave) to June meeting (4-0)
• Granted continuance for V-2021-05 (parking stalls per unit at 3000 BLK Langley Ave) to June meeting (4-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 meeting packet (4-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (4-0)
• Approved March 17, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several final development applications. The agenda also includes pre-application meetings and initial project applications for various residential and commercial developments.

• Bridlewood 1st Addition, Steeplechase (87 Lots)
• Kaylees Landing Subdivision, 8565 Bowman Ave (21 Lots)
• Lost Key Food Co, 13310 Mirella St
• Muldoon Rd Subdivision, 5800 Blk Muldoon Rd
• Brookhaven Phase III, 2600 S Hwy 97 (150 Lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved three final applications: Bridlewood 1st Addition (87 lots), Kaylees Landing Subdivision (21 lots), and Lost Key Food Co. Pre-application meetings were held for four projects, and initial applications were presented for five projects, including Brookhaven Phase III and a McDonald's. No votes were recorded; approvals were by the acting chairman.

• Approved Bridlewood 1st Addition, Steeplechase 87 lots (by acting chairman)
• Approved Kaylees Landing Subdivision, 8565 Bowman Ave, 21 lots (by acting chairman)
• Approved Lost Key Food Co, 13310 Mirella St (by acting chairman)

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a funding increase for the Pensacola Bay Center for Fiscal Year 2021. The session also includes a review of responses regarding a public/private partnership for the venue.

• Funding increase for Pensacola Bay Center for Fiscal Year 2021
• Pensacola Bay Center Multi-Use Sports And Event Venue Public/Private Partnership responses

The Committee of the Whole directed $250,000 in additional funding for the Pensacola Bay Center, fronted from Tourist Development Tax revenue, with instructions to replenish from American Rescue Plan funds and for the Bay Center to return funds if other money is secured. The board also agreed to support the Bay Center reopening at 75% capacity on May 1, with a future evaluation for 100%. No formal action was taken on a proposed public/private partnership for a multi-use sports venue, as the board agreed not to move forward with the RFP at this time.

• Directed $250,000 in additional funding for Pensacola Bay Center from TDT revenue, to be replenished from American Rescue Plan funds
• Agreed to support Bay Center reopening at 75% capacity on May 1, with future evaluation for 100%
• Agreed to take no further action on the Pensacola Bay Center Multi-Use Sports and Event Venue RFP

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for several residential and school projects. The board is also holding pre-application meetings for various commercial and multi-family developments.

• Final application for CA Weis Elementary School Track Addition at 2701 N Q St
• Final applications for Commanders Cove (FKA Lansing Subdivision) at 1300 Blk Lansing Dr
• Final application for Bridlewood 1st Addition, Steeplechase (87 Lots)
• Pre-application meeting for Johnson Ave Multi-family at 3055 E. Johnson Ave
• Pre-application meeting for Paintball Pensacola, Off Hwy 292 AIPD-2

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved four final development applications, including a Weis Elementary School track addition and the 66-lot Commanders Cove subdivision. The Bridlewood 1st Addition, Steeplechase (87 lots) was tabled. No initial applications were reviewed, and several pre-application meetings were held.

• Approved Hual Infinger Properties site plan at 2690 S Hwy 95A
• Approved CA Weis Elementary School track addition at 2701 N Q St
• Approved Commanders Cove preliminary plat (66 lots) at 1300 Blk Lansing Dr
• Approved Commanders Cove construction plan (66 lots) at 1300 Blk Lansing Dr
• Tabled Bridlewood 1st Addition, Steeplechase final plat (87 lots)

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several marine-related topics including boat ramps, reef proposals, and fishing bridge damage. The agenda includes discussions on oil spill restoration, boating regulatory areas, and potential vessel registration fee increases.

• 10836 Lillian Highway Public Boat Ramp
• Natural Resources Damage Assessment - Oil Spill Restoration and Recovery
• Proposed Boating Regulatory Areas in Bayou Garcon and Innerarity Point
• Galvez Landing Public Boat Ramp Issues
• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project

The Escambia County Marine Advisory Committee approved the March 8, 2021 draft minutes (7-0) and received updates on several marine projects. No formal action was taken on project items; the committee heard status reports on boat ramp construction, oil spill restoration, and regulatory permits. The meeting also included a Sunshine Law presentation and discussion of future symposiums.

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for the Gary Sansing Public Forum. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned after hearing comments from five speakers. No substantive decisions were made during this procedural meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several public hearings regarding property petitions and a new street lighting district. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for 6042 Mobile Highway and an update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements.

• Rezoning Case Z-2021-02: 6042 Mobile Highway from MDR to Commercial
• Petition to vacate alleyway in Oak Crest Subdivision (0.08 acres)
• Petition to vacate alleyway in Englewood Heights Block 28 (0.14 acres)
• Ordinance creating the Daniels Grove Street Lighting MSBU
• Update to the 2020-2024 Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for several subdivisions and a lift station. The body is also holding pre-application meetings and initial reviews for new residential and commercial projects.

• Final applications for Saddle Ridge Phase 1 (7590 Mobile Hwy), Pecan Valley (160 Cedar Tree Ln), and Turtle Creek Subdivision (2100 Blk Hwy 29)
• Final application for ECUA Lift Station 107 at 5086 Mobile Hwy
• Pre-application meetings for Fairfield Apartments (5006 W. Fairfield Dr) and Pine Forest Rd Apartments (8800 Pine Forest Rd)
• Initial application for Dry Creek Subdivision (1400 Blk Molino Rd) with 36 lots
• Initial applications for Bosarge Warehouse (3900 Navy Blvd) and Caliber Collision (1001 W Nine Mile Rd)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved six final development applications, including Saddle Ridge Phase 1, Pecan Valley, ECUA Lift Station 107, Turtle Creek Subdivision, and Stagecoach Subdivision. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six proposed projects and noted initial review comments for four new applications would be available Thursday.

• Approved Saddle Ridge Phase 1 preliminary plat, 83 lots (D1)
• Approved Saddle Ridge Phase 1 construction plan, 83 lots (D1)
• Approved Pecan Valley preliminary plat, 103 lots (D5)
• Approved ECUA Lift Station 107 site plan (D3)
• Approved Turtle Creek Subdivision construction plan, 134 lots (D5)
• Approved Stagecoach Subdivision final plat, 23 lots (D1)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding two vested rights cases. The board will also receive an overview of direction for OLF-8 from a previous committee meeting.

• Vested Rights case VRD-2021-01 regarding front setback at 9820 Fowler Ave
• Vested Rights case VRD-2021-02 regarding front setbacks at 9824 Fowler Ave
• DPZ overview of BCC direction for OLF-8

The Escambia County Planning Board voted 7-0 to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for two vested rights cases (VRD-2021-01 and VRD-2021-02) at 9820 and 9824 Fowler Ave, concerning front setbacks. The board also approved the March 2, 2021 meeting minutes and accepted the meeting packet. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included an overview of BCC direction for OLF-8 and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approved waiver of reading of legal advertisement (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2021 Planning Board meeting (7-0)
• Accepted the meeting package (7-0)
• Recommended approval to BCC for VRD-2021-01 (9820 Fowler Ave) for front setback (7-0)
• Recommended approval to BCC for VRD-2021-02 (9824 Fowler Ave) for front setbacks (7-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review final and initial applications for residential subdivisions and commercial developments. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for several new projects.

• Final application for Kirkwood Subdivision, 200 Blk W Kingsfield Rd (42 Lots)
• Initial applications for Bridlewood 2nd Addition, Secretariat Way (69 Lots)
• Pre-application for Tom Thumb PNS, 2990 S. Blue Angel Pkwy
• Pre-application for SEFL Pensacola, 6650 PNS Blvd
• Revised Masterplan for Preserve at Deer Run, 11000 Blk Beulah Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved the final development plan for Kirkwood Subdivision, a 42-lot project on the 200 block of West Kingsfield Road. The approval was granted by Acting DRC Chairman Jennifer Hampton. No other final applications were decided; the remaining agenda items were pre-application meetings and initial reviews, which are procedural and not final approvals.

• Approved final DRC application 2102629PSD-FP for Kirkwood Subdivision, 42 lots on the 200 block of W Kingsfield Rd.
• Held pre-application meetings for Motley Subdivision, Tom Thumb PNS, SEFL Pensacola, Storage Facility Addition, and Winifred — no decisions recorded.
• Received initial review applications for Bridlewood 2nd Addition (69 lots) and Preserve at Deer Run Revised Masterplan — no decisions recorded.
• Noted that initial review comments will be available Thursday for the initial review projects.

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public forum. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the text.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned after hearing public comments. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a tax exemption for the Navy Federal Credit Union expansion. The meeting also includes reviews of code enforcement lien relief requests and approvals for new residential subdivisions.

• Public hearing for Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption (EDATE) for Navy Federal Credit Union Expansion
• Lien relief requests for properties at 119 Quina Way and 12 Mindoro Circle
• Final plat approval for Embers Ridge (62-lot residential subdivision)
• Final plat approval for Antietam Phase 3 (78-lot residential subdivision)
• Noise abatement ordinance waiver for Flora-Bama Mullet Toss (April 23-25, 2021)

The Board approved a $226,192,242 supplemental budget amendment (R2021-53) to recognize revenues and adjust appropriations, with a 3-2 vote. It also approved a $350,000 budget increase for the Pensacola Bay Center, funded temporarily from the Tourist Promotion Fund reserve, and approved funding for 268 sheriff's body cameras. The Board approved the FY 2020-2021 road resurfacing contract with Roads Inc. of NWF for $4,420,665.28 and a $1.2 million settlement for the sale of the county's emergency communications tower.

• Adopted Resolution R2021-53 approving Supplemental Budget Amendment #068 for $226,192,242 (3-2 vote).
• Approved a $350,000 budget increase for the Pensacola Bay Center, funded temporarily from the Tourist Promotion Fund reserve (4-1 vote).
• Approved the purchase of 268 body-worn cameras for the Sheriff's Department and a funding schedule for related staff and storage.
• Awarded the FY 2020-2021 Resurfacing Project contract to Roads Inc. of NWF for $4,420,665.28.
• Approved a settlement agreement for the sale of the county's emergency communications tower for $1.2 million and accepted a $46,865.96 check from Crown Castle.
• Approved the Embers Ridge subdivision plat (62 lots) and the Antietam Phase 3 subdivision plat (78 lots) for recording.
• Approved a special event permit for the Flora-Bama Mullet Toss, waiving noise restrictions on April 23-25, 2021.
• Approved the purchase of three parcels on West Park Place for the Delano/Herman Streets Drainage Improvement Project for $1,381,000.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final, initial, and pre-application development requests. These items include new residential subdivisions and commercial site expansions.

• Final application for Sanctuary Subdivision on Palafox Hwy
• Final application for Kirkwood Subdivision (42 lots) on 200 Blk W Kingsfield Rd
• Initial application for Summerbrooke Phase 1 (104 lots) on 899 Dog Track Rd
• Initial application for Stagecoach Subdivision (23 lots) on 7322 Mobile Hwy
• Pre-application meeting for expansion of PNS Energy at 1621 Atwwod Dr

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved the Sanctuary Subdivision and the Woodland Place Apartments revision, and tabled the Kirkwood Subdivision. The meeting also included pre-application meetings and initial reviews of several projects, with initial review comments to be available Thursday.

• Approved Sanctuary Subdivision (Palafox Hwy)
• Approved Woodland Place Apartments Revision (8221 Pittman Ave)
• Tabled Kirkwood Subdivision (200 Blk W Kingsfield Rd, 42 lots)

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review five specific cases regarding telecommunications towers, a borrow pit, boat sales, and signage. The board will decide if these requests meet the necessary criteria for approval.

• Case CU-2021-05: Commercial telecommunications tower over 150 feet at 3591 Velor Rd
• Case CU-2021-06: Commercial telecommunications tower over 150 feet at 3451 Smith's Fish Camp Rd
• Case CU-2021-07: Borrow pit within 1000 feet of residential use at 5505 Highway 95A
• Case CU-2021-08: Boat sales in a commercial zoning district at 3904 W Navy Blvd
• Case V-2021-04: Additional sign in LDMU zoning at 305 W Kingsfield Rd

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment approved conditional use permits for two telecommunications towers (CU-2021-05 at 3591 Velor Rd. and CU-2021-06 at 3451 Smith's Fish Camp Rd) and for boat sales at 3904 W Navy Blvd (CU-2021-08). The board denied a conditional use for a borrow pit at 5505 Highway 95A (CU-2021-07) and denied a variance for an additional sign at 305 W Kingsfield Rd (V-2021-04). All votes were 4-0.

• Approved conditional use CU-2021-05 for a commercial telecommunications tower over 150 feet at 3591 Velor Rd.
• Approved conditional use CU-2021-06 for a commercial telecommunications tower over 150 feet at 3451 Smith's Fish Camp Rd.
• Denied conditional use CU-2021-07 for a borrow pit within 1000 feet of residential use at 5505 Highway 95A.
• Approved conditional use CU-2021-08 to allow boat sales in a commercial zoning district at 3904 W Navy Blvd.
• Denied variance V-2021-04 to allow an additional sign in LDMU zoning at 305 W Kingsfield Rd.
• Approved the February 17, 2021, meeting minutes.
• Approved the meeting packet and waived reading of the legal advertisement.

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to evaluate final applications and initial master plans for several local projects. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for five new development proposals.

• Final application for First Church of Christ Scientist parking lot at 5994 W Nine Mile Rd
• Final applications for Graystone Estates Phase 3 at 294 Nowak Rd
• Final application for Galvez Boat Ramp Improvements Project at 5889 Galvez Rd
• Initial applications for Summerbrooke Masterplan and Heron's Landing Townhomes (152 lots) at Dog Track Rd
• Pre-application meetings for projects at 14000 Innerarity Point Rd, Hwy 298-B, Hwy 98W, Michigan Ave, and 6 E Hood Dr

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved three final applications: a parking lot expansion for First Church of Christ Scientist, the Graystone Estates Phase 3 subdivision (both preliminary plat and construction plan), and the Galvez Boat Ramp Improvements Project. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several proposed developments and reviewed initial applications for Summerbrooke Masterplan and Heron's Landing Townhomes, but no final decisions were made on those.

• Approved First Church of Christ Scientist parking lot expansion (5994 W Nine Mile Rd)
• Approved Graystone Estates Phase 3 preliminary plat (294 Nowak Rd)
• Approved Graystone Estates Phase 3 construction plan (294 Nowak Rd)
• Approved Galvez Boat Ramp Improvements Project (5889 Galvez Rd)

Electrical Examiner

The Board of Electrical Examiners is meeting to review applications for examination and reinstatement. The body will also elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman and discuss the Sunshine Law.

• Examination applications for Master Electrician: Steven Gunter, Devon Schattin, Kenneth Dickey, and Karen Endicott
• Reinstatement application for Lorenzo Williams (JE2106)
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Sunshine Law discussion by Matt Shaud, ACA

Extension Council

The Escambia County Extension Council will meet to elect new officers and review minutes from February 27, 2020. The agenda includes a Sunshine Law overview and a horticulture program update.

• Election of new officers
• Sunshine Law overview by Assistant County Attorney Matthew Shaud
• Horticulture program update from agent Beth Bolles

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to receive updates on the LOST III and OLF-8 Master Plan. The body will also discuss fees related to the Towing Ordinance.

• LOST III Update
• OLF-8 Master Plan Update
• Towing Ordinance Fee Discussion

The Committee of the Whole workshop held discussions on three items: the LOST III sales tax fund update, the OLF-8 master plan, and a draft towing fee resolution. No formal decisions were made, but the board set a goal to wrap up the OLF-8 planning phase by May 31st and agreed on towing fee rates to be included in a resolution for adoption on March 25th.

• Set goal to complete current OLF-8 planning phase with DPZ by May 31st
• Agreed to reduce Class A vehicle daily storage rate to $40 in towing fee resolution
• Agreed to use column C rates for other towing and storage fees in the resolution
• Agreed to add Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment language to the towing fee resolution
• Discussed LOST III action items, including moving uncompleted projects to LOST IV, but took no formal action

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several development projects. The agenda includes final applications for residential lots, library revisions, and commercial site improvements, as well as pre-application and initial application discussions.

• Embers Ridge: 62 lots at 3565 Godwin Ln
• Antietam Phase III: 78 lots on Tower Ridge Rd
• Bellview Library Revised: 6425 Mobile Hwy
• Nine Mile Road Apartments: 1559 W Nine Mile Rd
• Kia Autosports Site Improvements: 6637 Pensacola Blvd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all seven final development applications on the agenda, including the Embers Ridge subdivision (62 lots), Antietam Phase III (78 lots), and several commercial projects. The committee also held pre-application meetings for five proposed projects and received initial applications for four more, but took no action on those items.

• Approved Embers Ridge subdivision, 62 lots (D1)
• Approved Antietam Phase III subdivision, 78 lots (D1)
• Approved Bellview Library revised site plan (D1)
• Approved Nine Mile Road Apartments site plan (D3)
• Approved Kia Autosports site improvements (D3)
• Approved Dollar Tree - Blue Angel site plan (D2)
• Approved Aqua Express Carwash II site plan (D2)

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss various waterfront projects and regulatory issues. The body will review public boat ramps and potential vessel registration fee increases.

• Optional Vessel Registration Fee Increase discussion
• 10836 Lillian Highway Public Boat Ramp
• Galvez Landing Public Boat Ramp issues
• Langdon Bay Artificial Reef Site Proposal
• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project

The Marine Advisory Committee approved a motion to support a grant application to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for continued Oriskany Reef monitoring. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting. All other items were informational updates from Marine Resources Division staff, with no formal action taken.

• Approved the February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0).
• Approved a motion to support the FWC grant application for Oriskany Reef monitoring (7-0).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss the creation of a street lighting benefit unit and several zoning and land development ordinances. The session includes public hearings on floodplain management for Santa Rosa Island and updates to the Comprehensive Plan 2030.

• Ordinance to create the Redfish Harbor Street Lighting Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU)
• Rezoning of 1500 N 65th Avenue from Medium Density Residential to Low Density Mixed-use
• Ordinance amending Land Development Code for Santa Rosa Island Authority Floodplain Management
• Approval of Final Plat for Embers Ridge, a 62-lot residential subdivision
• Tourist Development Tax collections for December 2020 totaling $545,983.13

The Board approved a $3,896,056 supplemental budget for fleet maintenance, including a new maintenance facility, three new technician positions, and the purchase of fire apparatus and Public Works vehicles. The Board also approved a rezoning at 1500 N 65th Avenue to Low Density Mixed-Use, adopted several ordinances, and approved multiple contracts and grant agreements. A $226 million supplemental budget amendment was dropped, and the debris hauling contract renewal was tabled for 60 days to allow for inclusion of smaller local vendors.

• Approved $3,896,056 supplemental budget for fleet maintenance, fire apparatus, and Public Works vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 1500 N 65th Avenue from MDR to LDMU (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-13 creating Redfish Harbor Street Lighting MSBU (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-14 repealing Ordinance 2019-09 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-16 amending Land Development Code for Santa Rosa Island floodplain (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 CDBG-CV Senior Assistance COVID-19 Program Agreement with Council on Aging (unanimous)
• Approved $335,510 FDEP grant for Bayou Chico Contaminated Sediment Remediation (unanimous)
• Dropped $226,145,038 supplemental budget amendment (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing funding and lien agreements for residential home improvements. The board will consider approving specific grants for roof and window replacements and the cancellation of existing liens for compliant homeowners.

• Residential Rehab Grant funding for 129 Brandon Avenue ($4,443), 429 Baublits Court ($5,400), 7091 Kelvin Terrace ($6,000), and 1216 Mazurek Boulevard ($3,118)
• Cancellation of 11 Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens for homeowners who met one-year compliance
• Residential Roof Program funding for 1103 W. Jordan Street ($6,700), 1007 W. Cross Street ($6,125), 4535 Havre Way ($10,300), 5805 Saint Elmo Street ($16,702), and 5105 Burlington Avenue ($7,800.40)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public forum speakers. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners convened the Gary Sansing Public Forum on March 4, 2021. The board heard comments from 17 individuals and took no formal action. The meeting was adjourned after the public comment period.

• Called the Gary Sansing Public Forum to order at 4:31 p.m.
• Heard public comments from 17 listed speakers.
• Adjourned the forum at 5:54 p.m. without taking any formal action.

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board is meeting to review applications for examination from five individuals. The board will also approve minutes from the February 3, 2021 meeting.

• Examination application: Shedrick Crosby (General Contractor)
• Examination application: John Zavada (Master Plumber w/ Gas)
• Examination application: Wilmer Barahona (Residential Contractor)
• Examination application: Logan Barwick (Residential Contractor)
• Examination application: John Adams (Sprinkler/Irrigation Contractor)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications for residential projects at Nature Creek and Antietam. The body will also hold pre-application meetings for five new projects and initial reviews for two additional subdivisions.

• Final applications for Residence at Nature Creek Phase II (Alt 90 / I-10)
• Final applications for Antietam Masterplan and Phase III (Tower Ridge Rd)
• Pre-application meeting for The Ridge (6003 N. Palafox Hwy)
• Pre-application meeting for Retail Store (4401 W Jackson St)
• Initial applications for Kaylees Landing Subdivision (8565 Bowman Ave) and Grace Project (9561 Guidy Ln)

The Development Review Committee approved final development plans for the Residence at Nature Creek Phase II and Antietam Phase III subdivisions, as well as the Antietam Masterplan. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several projects, including The Ridge, a retail store, a multifamily project, a dance hall, and overflow parking. Initial applications for Kaylees Landing Subdivision and the Grace Project were discussed, with review comments to be available Thursday.

• Approved final preliminary plan for Residence at Nature Creek Phase II (Alt 90 / I-10)
• Approved final construction plan for Residence at Nature Creek Phase II (Alt 90 / I-10)
• Approved Antietam Masterplan (Tower Ridge Rd, 197 lots)
• Approved preliminary plan for Antietam Phase III (Tower Ridge Rd, 78 lots)
• Approved final plan for Antietam Phase III (Tower Ridge Rd, 78 lots)
• Held pre-application meetings for The Ridge, Retail Store, Matthew Mellott Multifamily, Warrington Dance Hall, and Overflow Parking
• Discussed initial applications for Kaylees Landing Subdivision and Grace Project

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is holding a quasi-judicial hearing to review a rezoning request. The board will consider changing a portion of a property to a commercial district.

• Case #: Z-2021-02: Request to rezone 0.89+/- acres at 6042 Mobile Hwy from Medium density residential district to Commercial district

The Escambia County Planning Board held a quasi-judicial rezoning meeting and approved several procedural items, including waiving the reading of the legal advertisement, approving the February 2, 2021 minutes, and accepting the meeting packet. The board also voted 6-0 to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for a rezoning request (Case Z-2021-02) at 6042 Mobile Hwy, changing the property from Commercial and Medium Density Residential to Commercial only.

• Waived reading of legal advertisement (6-0)
• Approved February 2, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning Z-2021-02 at 6042 Mobile Hwy to BCC (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing two ordinances for recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners. These include changes to the Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map and the addition of an Agriculture Residential category to the Land Development Code.

• Ordinance amending OBJ FLU 1.3 Future Land Use Map designations and OBJ FLU 3.1 Rural Development
• Amendment to Land Development Code Chapter 3 to add Agriculture Residential Future Land Use Category
• Amendments to Sections 3-2.2 and 3-2.3 regarding Agricultural District (AGR) and Rural Residential district (RR)

The Escambia County Planning Board voted 5-1 to recommend approval to the County Commission of two ordinances: one amending the Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use map and Rural Development objective, with a change removing 'MDR' from the language; the other amending the Land Development Code to add an Agriculture Residential future land use category and related zoning districts. Board member Jay Ingwell voted no on both. The board also approved the February 2, 2021 minutes, the meeting packet, and waived the reading of the legal advertisement, all by 6-0 votes.

• Approved 6-0: waived reading of the legal advertisement
• Approved 6-0: minutes of the February 2, 2021 regular meeting
• Approved 6-0: accepted the meeting packet
• Approved 5-1: recommended approval to BCC of Comprehensive Plan amendment (OBJ FLU 1.3 and 3.1) with removal of MDR language; Ingwell voted no
• Approved 5-1: recommended approval to BCC of Land Development Code amendment adding Agriculture Residential category and AGR/RR districts; Ingwell voted no

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review final applications, initial applications, and pre-application meetings for various development projects. The board will consider projects including residential subdivisions and commercial establishments.

• Final application for Davis Project at 8291 Briese Ln
• Pre-application for DKJ Real Properties Establishment Building at 9500 N. Pensacola Blvd
• Pre-application for Navy Point Townhomes at 301 Gibbs Rd
• Initial application for Ransley Station on Pine Forest Rd (9 Lots)
• Initial application for Kirkwood Subdivision on Kingsfield Rd (42 Lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved the final site plan application for the Davis Project at 8291 Briese Ln. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six proposed projects, including a food trailer court and a storage facility. Initial review applications for two subdivisions were presented for discussion. No other final decisions were made.

• Approved final site plan for Davis Project at 8291 Briese Ln.
• Held pre-application meetings for DKJ Real Properties Establishment Building, Navy Point Townhomes, EMCO Consulting, 9 Mile Rd Storage, Food Trailer Court, and 2909 DR MLK Blvd Construction.
• Discussed initial applications for Ransley Station (9 lots) and Kirkwood Subdivision (42 lots).

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public forum. No substantive business items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the text.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned after hearing comments from one speaker, Larry Downs, Jr. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on an ordinance amending alcohol sale and purchase hours and several rezoning cases. The meeting also includes reviews of land use changes for parcels on N. Highway 29 and Pine Top Lane.

• Ordinance amending Escambia County's hours for sale or purchase of alcoholic beverages
• Rezoning of 2 1/2 Via de Luna Drive (6.0 acres) and 2 Via de Luna Drive (1.37 acres) to High Density Residential/Commercial
• Land use changes for 10.05 acres on N. Highway 29 and 19.34 acres on Pine Top Lane to Mixed-Use Suburban
• SHIP Loan Agreement with Brownsville Manor, LP for Brownsville Manor Elderly Apartments in the amount of $37,500
• Supplemental Budget Amendment #058 for $56,886 to appropriate remaining Emergency Solutions Grant balance

The Board approved the Bellview Library conversion project, including a $3.9M construction contract with Hewes and Company, LLC, and a change order for architectural services. It also approved two rezoning cases on Pensacola Beach, adopted ordinances for land use changes, and ratified emergency declarations. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a $2.25M insurance payment and a $156M Hurricane Sally grant agreement.

• Approved $3.9M Bellview Library conversion contract with Hewes and Company, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2 1/2 Via de Luna Drive and 2 Via de Luna Drive to HDR/C-PB (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-10 amending Official Zoning Map for rezoning cases (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-11 removing 10.05 acres on N. Highway 29 from Mid-West Sector Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-12 removing 19.34 acres on Pine Top Lane from Mid-West Sector Plan (4-0, Barry abstained)
• Approved $2.25M payment to USI Insurance Services for commercial property insurance (unanimous)
• Ratified Hurricane Sally FDEM grant agreement for $156,145,100 (unanimous)
• Approved $94,000 purchase of 2.99 acres at end of Florcita Drive (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a specific land-use case and conduct a workshop. The board will decide on a request regarding alcohol consumption proximity to a childcare facility.

• Case No. CU-2021-04: Request to allow on-premise alcohol consumption within 1000' of a childcare facility at 6224 N 9th Ave, Suite 3

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use request (CU-2021-04) to allow on-premise alcohol consumption within 1000 feet of a childcare facility at 6224 N 9th Ave, Suite 3. The motion to accept staff's findings and grant the conditional use passed 4-0. All other actions were procedural, including accepting the meeting packet, waiving the legal advertisement reading, and approving the January 20, 2021 minutes.

• Granted conditional use CU-2021-04 for alcohol consumption at 6224 N 9th Ave, Suite 3 (4-0)
• Accepted BOA meeting packet into evidence (4-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (4-0)
• Approved January 20, 2021 resume minutes (4-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final and initial applications for various land use projects. The meeting includes pre-application discussions for several new developments across five districts.

• Final application for Embers Ridge, 3565 Godwin Ln (62 Lots)
• Final application for Woody Cushing Roofing Accessory Building, 525 W Michigan Ave
• Initial application for Navy Crossings Phase 3, Hwy 98 (78 Lots)
• Initial application for First Church of Christ Scientist Parking Lot Expansion, 5994 W Nine Mile Rd
• Pre-application meetings for Ransley Station, Detroit Blvd Townhomes, Whiskey Joe's PNS Beach, and Quintette Rd Subdivision

The Development Review Committee approved two final applications: Embers Ridge, a 62-lot subdivision at 3565 Godwin Ln, and Woody Cushing Roofing Accessory Building at 525 W Michigan Ave. The committee also held pre-application meetings for four projects and received initial applications for three others, with review comments to be available Thursday.

• Approved Embers Ridge, 62-lot subdivision at 3565 Godwin Ln
• Approved Woody Cushing Roofing Accessory Building at 525 W Michigan Ave

Electrical Examiner

The Board of Electrical Examiners will meet to review applications for electrical contracting and conduct internal business. The meeting includes a presentation on Sunshine Law and the election of board leadership.

• Application for Examination for Master Electrician: Steven Gunter
• Application for Reinstatement (JE2106): Lorenzo Williams
• Sunshine Law Presentation by Matt Shaud, ACA
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a workshop to discuss the OLF-8 Master Plan Update. The session includes a presentation by Terri Berry and a request for board direction.

• OLF-8 Master Plan Update discussion

The Committee of the Whole held a workshop to discuss the OLF-8 Master Plan, receiving presentations from county staff and DPZ CoDesign. Commissioners shared their preferences on timeline, land use, housing, and job types, but no formal votes or decisions were taken. They agreed to review DPZ emails and continue the discussion at the February 18 regular board meeting.

• Agreed to review DPZ emails and revisit OLF-8 discussion at Feb 18 regular meeting
• No formal decisions or votes taken during workshop

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final applications, pre-application meetings, and one initial application. Items include various storage facilities, residential developments, and commercial office spaces across multiple districts.

• Final Application: Life Storage at 5060 N Palafox St
• Pre-Application: Bellview at 6200 Blk Dallas Ave
• Pre-Application: King Storage at 2612 Larkin Street
• Pre-Application: Gulf Beach Self Storage at 8939 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Initial Application: Navy Crossings Phase 2, Hwy 98 (78 Lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved one final application for Life Storage at 5060 N Palafox St, as signed by Acting Chairman Jennifer Hampton. The meeting also included pre-application meetings for several projects and an initial review application for Navy Crossings Phase 2, but no other final decisions were made.

• Approved Life Storage at 5060 N Palafox St (final DRC application)

Value Adjustment Board

The Escambia County Value Adjustment Board will meet to review and act on recommended decisions from Special Magistrates regarding 2020 tax year petitions. The board will also elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman for the 2021 tax year.

• Review of Special Magistrates' recommended decisions for 2020 Tax Year petitions
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman for the 2021 Tax Year
• Approval of August 21, 2020, organizational meeting minutes

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee will discuss several marine-related topics including boat ramps, reef proposals, and shoreline projects. The meeting includes discussions on vessel registration fees and various water management issues.

• 10836 Lillian Highway Public Boat Ramp
• Proposed Boating Regulatory Areas in Bayou Garcon and Innerarity Point
• Vessels Anchored in Bayou Chico
• Galvez Landing Public Boat Ramp Issues
• Optional Vessel Registration Fee Increase discussion

The committee approved the Marine Resources Division updates as given, elected new officers for 2021, and received updates on various projects including boat ramps, derelict vessel removal, and a proposed vessel registration fee increase. No final decisions were made on the fee increase or other substantive policy items.

• Approved MRD updates as given (8-9)
• Elected Clint Retherford as Secretary (8-0)
• Elected Kerry Freeland as Vice Chair (8-0)
• Elected Pete Gaddy as Chair (8-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (8-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing funding and lien agreements for residential home improvements. The board will decide on grants for roof and window replacements and the cancellation of existing liens for compliant recipients.

• Residential Rehab Grant funding for 37 Manor Drive ($6,000), 327 Chattman Street ($4,396), 900 Medford Avenue ($4,884), 6038 Songbird Drive ($5,808), and 318 West Sunset Avenue ($5,075)
• Cancellation of 10 Residential Rehab Grant Program Liens for recipients who met one-year compliance
• Residential Roof Program funding for 6221 Luther Street ($6,525), 24 Archer Road ($8,300), 6286 Ferguson Court ($6,500), 1322 W. Bobe Street ($7,000), and 4521 Havre Way ($14,910)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public forum. No substantive business items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board heard comments from 29 individuals but took no official action.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on creating street lighting districts for Avellanas Estates and Cardinal Cove. They are also discussing updates to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements and new regulations for tiny house developments.

• Proposed ordinances for Avellanas Estates and Cardinal Cove Street Lighting MSBUs
• Proposed adoption of Appendix Q to the 2020 Florida Building Code regarding Tiny Houses
• Review of the 2020-2024 Update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements
• Discussion regarding the pending demolition of a hotel at 7220 Plantation Road
• Investment Report for December 31, 2020, showing a portfolio market value of $341,919,983

The Board voted to send two proposed ordinances related to tiny houses (one amending building codes to adopt Appendix Q, another creating a tiny house development use) to the Planning Board for further consideration, including review of Commissioner Bergosh's proposed language. The Board also adopted ordinances creating street lighting MSBUs for Avellanas Estates and Cardinal Cove, amended the Human Relations Commission ordinance, and approved a zoning change allowing pre-existing residential structures in agricultural districts to remain conforming. A proposed budget amendment for the Bayou Chico stormwater project failed 1-4.

• Sent tiny house ordinances (building code and land development) to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Adopted Avellanas Estates Street Lighting MSBU Ordinance 2021-5 (unanimous)
• Adopted Cardinal Cove Street Lighting MSBU Ordinance 2021-6 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-7 amending Human Relations Commission code (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-8 allowing pre-existing residential structures in agricultural zoning (unanimous)
• Failed Supplemental Budget Amendment #042 for Bayou Chico stormwater project (1-4)
• Approved $77,562.36 for Olive Road street lighting project (unanimous)
• Approved $239,100 for five 2021 Ford Expeditions for public safety (unanimous)

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Contractor Competency Board will hold a regular meeting to review a contractor application, conduct a probable cause hearing, and receive a Sunshine Law presentation. The board will also approve minutes from its January 6, 2021 meeting and hear public comments.

• Application for examination: Galen Goetter, roofing
• Probable cause hearing: DAX A. CAMPBELL, dba Campbell Construction & Company, LLC, case 21011COM, complaint by Terry & Miriam Fussell, 33 Bayshore Dr., Pensacola
• Sunshine Law presentation by Matt Shaud, ACA
• Approval of minutes from January 6, 2021 meeting

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee will review final applications, pre-application meetings, and initial applications. Items include subdivisions, business park additions, and residential lot divisions across several districts.

• Hancock Minor Subdivision at 440 Hancock Ln (3 Lots)
• W Street Business Park Bldg 4 Addition at 2775 N W St
• Loop Road SD at 10385 Etheridge Rd
• Family Property Division at 5700 Blk Barrineau Lane
• Navy Crossings projects on Hwy 98 (240 Lots and Phase 1 with 84 Lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved two final applications: the Hancock Minor Subdivision (3 lots) and the W Street Business Park Building 4 Addition. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were pre-application meetings or initial reviews for discussion only.

• Approved Hancock Minor Subdivision, 440 Hancock Ln, 3 lots
• Approved W Street Business Park Bldg 4 Addition, 2775 N W St

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to review a proposed ordinance regarding construction standards on Santa Rosa Island. The board will recommend to the Board of County Commissioners whether to adopt changes to the Land Development Code.

• Public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Land Development Code regarding Santa Rosa Island Authority Floodplain Management

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is meeting to hold a public hearing regarding a specific property rezoning request. The board will review a proposal to change the land use designation for a site on N 65th Ave.

• Public hearing for Case #: Z-2021-01: rezoning 3.89 acres at 1500 N 65th Ave from Medium Density Residential to Low Density Residential Mixed-Use

The Escambia County Planning Board approved a rezoning request for 1500 N 65th Ave, changing the property from Medium Density Residential (10 du/acre) to Low Density Residential Mixed-Use (7 du/acre). The approval included an amendment to the findings in Criteria C, changing the wording to 'would be compatible.' The vote was unanimous (7-0).

• Approved rezoning Z-2021-01 for 1500 N 65th Ave from MDR to LDMU (7-0)
• Amended findings in Criteria C to say 'would be compatible'
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (7-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (7-0)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is holding pre-application and initial application meetings for several development projects. The body is reviewing site plans and subdivision requests across five districts.

• Pre-application meetings for Bridlewood Creek Estates (6445 W. 9 Mile Rd), Rebel Estates (9805 Rebel Rd), Johnson Ave (310 E Johnson Ave), and Grace Project (9561 Guidy Lane)
• Initial application for Residences at Nature Creek Phase II (Alt 90 / I-10) for 140 lots
• Initial application for Jordan Minor Subdivision (2050 Molino Rd) for 2 lots
• Initial application for Stay Apt Suites (9229 University Pkwy)

The Development Review Committee held a regular meeting with no final decisions. Four pre-application meetings were held for residential and commercial projects, and four initial applications were reviewed for subdivisions and a hotel. No votes were taken; initial review comments will be available Thursday.

• Held pre-application meetings for Bridlewood Creek Estates, Rebel Estates, Johnson Ave, and Grace Project
• Reviewed initial application for Residences at Nature Creek Phase II (140 lots, preliminary plat)
• Reviewed initial application for Residences at Nature Creek Phase II (140 lots, construction plan)
• Reviewed initial application for Jordan Minor Subdivision (2 lots)
• Reviewed initial application for Stay Apt Suites (hotel)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public speakers. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was convened and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board heard comments from 22 individuals but took no formal action.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a 62-lot residential townhome subdivision and various community development grants. The meeting includes decisions on property disposition, board appointments, and IT hardware procurement.

• Final plat approval for Admiral’s Quarters, Phase 2 (62-lot subdivision) south of W. Nine Mile Road
• CDBG-CV Legal Services Program Agreement with Legal Services of North Florida, Inc. for $100,000
• Purchase of Infoblox Hardware/Software and maintenance from World Wide Technology, LLC for $29,999.63
• CDBG Agreements with Legal Services of North Florida, Inc. ($29,657) and Council on Aging of West Florida, Inc. ($21,993)
• Scheduling of public hearings for Avellanas Estates and Cardinal Cove street lighting MSBUs

The Board approved additional Family Grant Funding of $3,000,000 for applications submitted by the deadline, and reserved $650,000 of the CARES Act Budget for broadband design and implementation. It also approved a $500,000 Sacred Heart COVID-19 Rapid Testing Agreement and a resolution supporting the State of Florida's Office of Broadband. The Board approved numerous consent agenda items, including a $1,117,531.30 contract for the Perdido Key Drive Bike Path/Multi-Use Trail and a $1,224,112 budget amendment for the Eleven Mile Creek Stream Restoration Design Project.

• Approved $3M additional Family Grant Funding (unanimous)
• Reserved $650,000 CARES Act funds for broadband design/implementation (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 Sacred Heart COVID-19 Rapid Testing Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $1,117,531.30 contract for Perdido Key Drive Bike Path/Multi-Use Trail (4-0)
• Approved $1,224,112 budget amendment for Eleven Mile Creek Stream Restoration Design (4-0)
• Approved $845,000 purchase of property at 416 & 450 West Herman St for drainage project (unanimous)
• Approved $470,000 DEP grant for Pensacola & Perdido Bays Estuary Program (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Admiral's Quarters Phase 2 subdivision (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review final and initial applications for residential subdivisions and utility infrastructure. The board will also hold pre-application meetings for a fire station and a road project.

• Final application for Nautical Landing Subdivision (6000 Blk Millview Rd) with 65 lots
• Initial application for Allison Acres (1870 W Ten Mile Rd) with 87 lots
• Initial application for Farm Hill Utilities Water Storage Tank (3200 Blk Hwy 297 A)
• Pre-application meeting for Beulah Fire Station (6400 W. 9 Mile Rd)
• Pre-application meeting for Tungoll Split (Tungoil Rd)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider several land use cases including a monument sign and a solar power generation facility. The board will also review multiple requests regarding accessory structure placements on waterfront lots.

• Monument sign request for 516 N Navy Blvd
• Solar power generation facility at multiple addresses on Roach and Holland Roads
• Front yard garage placement at 12830 Lillian Hwy
• Front yard garage placement at 5490 Cruzat Way

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a monument sign at 516 N Navy Blvd, denied staff's findings, and granted the request (5-2). It also approved conditional uses for a solar facility on Roach and Holland Roads, and accessory structures at 12830 Lillian Hwy and 5490 Cruzat Way. A variance for the garage at 5490 Cruzat Way was denied (5-1).

• Granted variance for monument sign at 516 N Navy Blvd (5-2)
• Approved conditional use for solar facility on Roach and Holland Roads (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for garage at 12830 Lillian Hwy (7-0)
• Granted variance for garage setback at 12830 Lillian Hwy (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for garage at 5490 Cruzat Way (5-1)
• Denied variance for garage setback at 5490 Cruzat Way (5-1)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review and recommend an ordinance for the 2020-2024 Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements. The board will also hold a workshop to discuss amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code regarding rural development and agriculture residential designations.

• Public hearing on the 2020-2024 Update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements
• Workshop on amending Chapter 3, Section 3.04 Definitions, FLU Map Designations, and FLU 3.1 Rural Development
• Workshop on adding the Future Land Use Category of Agriculture Residential to the Land Development Code
• Discussion on providing for AGR and RR Zoning districts in the AR Future Land Use category

The Planning Board approved forwarding the 2020-2024 Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements to the Board of County Commissioners for adoption. They also voted to hold another citizen meeting regarding proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code related to the Agriculture Residential future land use category. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved submitting CIP 5-Year Plan to BCC as is (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to hold another citizen meeting on AR land use amendments (7-0)

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to receive updates and provide direction on several county initiatives. Discussions include a broadband study and insurance matters.

• Broadband Study discussion
• RESTORE Pot 1 Projects update
• CARES Family Grant update
• Escambia County Insurance discussion

The Committee of the Whole workshop was informational only; no formal votes or decisions were made. Discussions covered RESTORE Act project funding, a broadband feasibility study, CARES Family Grant updates, and county insurance. Staff was directed to prepare agenda items for future board meetings.

• No formal votes taken; workshop was discussion-only
• Staff to prepare RESTORE pond project agenda item for Jan. 21 meeting
• Agreed to set aside ~$650,000 from CARES funds for broadband design and planning
• Board supported setting aside funds for 1,000 CARES Family Grant applications with 2-week documentation deadline

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several site plans and pre-application meetings. The body approved the Admiral's Quarters Phase 2 project. Other items include initial applications for a roofing accessory building and a library revision.

• Approval of Admiral's Quarters Phase 2, 4351 Stefani Rd (62 Lots)
• Pre-application for Pleasant Grove Fire Station, 9350 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Pre-application for SW Greenway 5th Extension, 7811 Inez Rd
• Initial application for Woody Cushing Roofing Accessory Building, 525 W Michigan Ave
• Initial application for Bellview Library Revised, 6425 Mobile Hwy

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss various waterfront projects and regulatory proposals. The agenda includes reviews of public boat ramps and potential vessel registration fee increases.

• Proposed boating regulatory areas in Bayou Garcon and Innerarity Point
• Optional vessel registration fee increase discussion
• 10836 Lillian Highway and Galvez Landing public boat ramp issues
• Langdon Bay artificial reef site proposal
• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project

The committee voted 8-0 to recommend the Board of County Commissioners approve a vessel registration fee increase as listed in FL Statute 328.66. No minutes were approved, and many projects are on hold due to hurricane recovery. The committee also discussed updates on boat ramps, artificial reefs, and derelict vessel removal.

• Recommended vessel registration fee increase (8-0)
• No minutes approved
• Discussed Army Corps permit for Lillian Highway boat ramp
• Noted FWC denial of LAARS East for NRDA artificial reefs
• Awaiting USACE permit for Bayou Grande slow-speed sign
• Removed two sunken vessels in Bayou Chico via FWC grants
• Drafted notice for immediate removal of private vessels at county docks

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing funding for residential roof, window, and electrical repairs. The board is also deciding on a contract to retrofit 522 street lights to LED in the Warrington Redevelopment Area.

• Gulf Power contract to retrofit 522 street lights in Warrington with an upfront cost option of $330,892.45
• Residential Rehab Grant funding for 11 properties ranging from $1,470 to $5,990
• Residential Roof Program funding for 3815 West Lee Street in the amount of $9,293
• Purchase order for The Four C's Landscaping Services, Inc. in the amount of $57,359.28
• Cancellation of 12 Residential Rehab Grant Program liens totaling various amounts

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for this meeting.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order at 4:34 p.m. and adjourned at 5:13 p.m. The board heard comments from 11 individuals but took no substantive actions or votes. This was a procedural meeting only.

• No decisions made; public comments heard from 11 speakers

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on creating three Municipal Services Benefit Units for street lighting and updating land use maps. The body is also reviewing a new ordinance to permit tiny house developments in specific zoning districts.

• Public hearings for street lighting MSBUs at Hamilton Crossing, Brookhaven Phase 2, and Smith Station
• Proposed ordinance creating 'Tiny House Development' as a permitted use in certain zoning districts
• Future Land Use Map amendment for 9.83 acres on State Road 292 Sorrento Road from Commercial to Mixed-Use Urban
• Operational Permit for resource extraction expansion at Devine Farms Borrow Pit (4478 Devine Farms Road)
• Approval of a $25,000 Public Official Bond for Sheriff Chip W. Simmons

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board is meeting to review seven contractor applications for examinations, reciprocity, and reinstatements. The board will also address written communication regarding a case involving Campbell Construction & Company, LLC.

• Application for Examination: Carl Stacey (Residential Contractor)
• Application for Examination: Brandon Fontenot (Sign Non-electrical)
• Application for Reciprocity: Taylor Besczezynski
• Applications to Qualify Additional Entities: Ricky Davidson and Verris Magee
• Case No. 21011COM: Dax A. Campbell dba Campbell Construction & Company, LLC

Planning Board

The Development Review Committee is reviewing final, initial, and pre-application development projects. These items include residential subdivisions, commercial site plans, and industrial projects across five districts.

• Final application for Persons Dry Storage at 5380 McGrits Blvd
• Final application for Admiral's Quarters Phase 2 (62 lots) at 4351 Stefani Rd
• Initial application for Blue Angel Village (51 lots) at 500 S Blue Angel Pkwy
• Initial application for First City Solar Energy Center on Roach Rd
• Initial application for Sanctuary Subdivision Revised (274 lots) on Palafox Hwy

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will meet to review a proposed ordinance amending the Land Development Code. The board will consider a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners regarding the Agricultural district (Agr) zoning regulations.

• Public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 3, Article 2, Section 3-2.2 Agricultural district (Agr) of the Land Development Code