Escambia County public meetings in 2022

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider four final applications: a hotel at 4034 Barrancas Ave, an auto parts store at 12235 Lillian Hwy, a hotel at 20 Via Deluna Drive, and a master plan revision for Wildwood Estates at 2600 S Hwy 97. No pre-application or initial review meetings are scheduled.

• Final DRC application for Extended Stay Pensacola at 4034 Barrancas Ave
• Final DRC application for O'Reilly Auto Parts at 12235 Lillian Hwy
• Final DRC application for Omega Hotel at 20 Via Deluna Drive
• Final DRC application for Wildwood Estates Master Plan revision at 2600 S Hwy 97

Acting DRC Chairman Shannon Pugh approved four final applications. These included three site plans and one master plan revision.

• Approved Extended Stay Pensacola at 4034 Barrancas Ave
• Approved O'Relly Auto Parts at 12235 Lillian Hwy
• Approved Omega Hotel at 20 Via Deluna Drive
• Approved Wildwood Estates Master Plan revision at 2600 S Hwy 97 Blk

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to decide on two conditional-use applications: one for an accessory structure in a waterfront front yard at 14595 Innerarity Point Rd., and another to allow a place of worship in MDR zoning on the 1000 block of N Blue Angel Hwy. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling of the next meeting.

• CU-2022-17: accessory structure in front yard of waterfront lot at 14595 Innerarity Point Rd.
• CU-2022-18: place of worship in MDR zoning on 1000 blk N Blue Angel Hwy, requested by LaDonna Braidlow for Etheredge Living Trust

The Board of Adjustment approved two conditional use requests. One allows an accessory structure in a front yard at 14595 Innerarity Point Rd., and the other allows a place of worship in MDR zoning at 1000 Blk N Blue Angel Hwy.

• Approved conditional use for accessory structure at 14595 Innerarity Point Rd. (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for place of worship at 1000 Blk N Blue Angel Hwy. (5-0)
• Approved December 21, 2022, BOA meeting packet (5-0)
• Approved waiver of legal advertisement reading (5-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022, resume meeting minutes (5-0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider four final applications: a baseball field at Alethia Christian Academy, a car wash on N Davis Hwy, and Hunter Creek Townhomes (47 lots) on Giese Lane. Five pre-application meetings are scheduled for projects including a shopping center, pickleball courts, a maternity home, a coffee shop, and a car wash. Two initial applications are for staff review only with no public meeting.

• Final DRC: Alethia Christian Academy Baseball Field, 1700 Woodchuck Ave
• Final DRC: Ronnys Carwash, 8041 N Davis Hwy (in Community Redevelopment Area)
• Final DRC: Hunter Creek Townhomes, 706 Giese Lane (47 lots, plat and construction plan)
• Pre-application: Northview Shopping Center, 235 E. Nine Mile Rd. (in CRA)
• Pre-application: Pensacola Country Club Pickleball Courts, 500 Live Oaks Dr.

Acting DRC Chairman Jennifer Hampton approved four final applications for a baseball field, a carwash, and townhomes. The committee also held five pre-application meetings for various commercial and residential projects.

• Approved Alethia Christian Academy Baseball Field at 1700 Woodchuck Ave
• Approved Ronnys Carwash at 8041 N Davis Hwy
• Approved Hunter Creek Townhomes (47 Lots) at 706 Giese Lane (PP 22062726PSD-PP)
• Approved Hunter Creek Townhomes (47 Lots) at 706 Giese Lane (CP 22062727PSD-CP)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider five final applications including a 60-lot subdivision, a hotel, and an apartment complex. The committee will also hold pre-application meetings for seven projects such as an RV park expansion, a church, and a convenience store. No public meeting is held for initial-review items.

• St John Apartments Phase II, 112 St John Street (final DRC application)
• Hilton Garden Inn, 12 Via De Luna (final DRC application)
• Sagewood Subdivision, 9700 Bridlewood Rd — 60 lots (final DRC application)
• Drifter's RV Park Expansion, 9110 Untreiner Ave. (pre-application meeting)
• Cefco Convenience Store at Airport & Palafox (pre-application meeting)

Acting DRC Chairman Jennifer Hampton approved four final applications for apartments, retail, and subdivision projects. The application for the Hilton Garden Inn was tabled. Several pre-application meetings were held for various commercial and residential expansions.

• Approved St John Apartments, Phase II (112 St John Street)
• Approved Fusion Wine & Spirits (8502 Myslak Way)
• Approved Sagewood Subdivision 60 Lots (9700 Bridlewood Rd)
• Tabled Hilton Garden Inn (12 Via De Luna)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review and approve prior meeting minutes, hear status reports on Fund 108, and receive updates from outside agencies including Visit Pensacola, Pensacola Sports, and ACE. The council will also elect a chair and vice chair, and consider a funding request for a Blue Angels documentary.

• Status of funds in Fund 108
• Pensacola Bay Center update
• Presentations from Visit Pensacola, Pensacola Sports, and ACE
• Election of chair and vice chair
• Funding request for Blue Angels documentary

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will review and act on recommended decisions from Special Magistrates for 2022 tax year petitions, approve August 2022 meeting minutes, and elect a chairman and vice chairman for 2023.

• Review and action on Special Magistrates' recommended decisions for 2022 Tax Year petitions
• Approval of minutes from the August 29, 2022 Organizational Meeting
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman for the 2023 Tax Year

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee will discuss recommendations to the County Commission on a $4.2 million contract for the Perdido Bay Boat Ramp project and three derelict vessel removal grants. Members will also review a proposed relationship with the Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program and potential county support for hyperbaric chamber access and diver medical training.

• Contract award for Perdido Bay Boat Ramp CEI services: $453,820
• Agreement for Perdido Bay Boat Ramp construction with Hewes and Company, LLC: $4,210,116.39
• Three derelict vessel removal grant recommendations on the Dec. 8 County Commission agenda
• Amendment #4 to FDEP Agreement for Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program: $495,000
• Discussion on county support for hyperbaric chamber access and diver medical training

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving two residential rehab grant agreements (roof and sanitary sewer) totaling $7,159, two roof program agreements totaling $25,795.45, and two lien cancellations for completed grants. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public forum.

• Approve $4,042 roof grant for 607 Lakewood Road (Diana M. Krueger)
• Approve $3,117 sanitary sewer grant for 306 Flannan Road (Elvin J. Fountain Jr. and Terry P. Fountain)
• Approve $11,317.43 roof grant for 1700 North R Street (Jacqueline J. Carter)
• Approve $14,478.02 roof grant for 1241 Rio Grande Circle (Arthur E. Davis)
• Cancel two liens for completed roof grants at 121 Gilliland Road and 1 Glendower Court

Board of County Commissioners

This is a procedural public forum for citizens to speak on matters not on the upcoming regular meeting agenda. No decisions or substantive items are listed.

• Citizens may speak for up to 3 minutes on non-agenda items
• Forum ends 5 minutes before the regular meeting start

The Board conducted the Gary Sansing Public Forum to hear comments from 24 individuals. No substantive decisions, votes, or policy actions were recorded during this session.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings and vote on three rezoning requests: 6823 Pine Forest Rd (commercial to high commercial/light industrial), 8300/8320 Lillian Hwy (residential to heavy commercial/light industrial), and 800 Blk Hwy 297A/855 Hwy 297A (low-density residential to mixed-use). They will also consider approving the final plat for Bridlewood 3rd Addition, a 91-lot single-family subdivision in Beulah, and adopt a resolution for uniform collection of non-ad valorem special assessments.

• Rezoning Z-2022-16: 1.06 acres at 6823 Pine Forest Rd from Commercial to High Commercial Light Industrial
• Rezoning Z-2022-17: 29.60 acres at 8300/8320 Lillian Hwy from Medium Density Residential to Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial
• Rezoning Z-2022-18: 38.51 acres at 800 Blk Hwy 297A/855 Hwy 297A from Low Density Residential to Low Density Mixed-Use
• Bridlewood 3rd Addition: 91-lot single-family subdivision in Beulah with street names Secretariat Way, Alydar Loop, Native Dancer Way, Unbridled Loop, Tepin Court
• Public hearing scheduled for January 5, 2023 on Devine Farms Borrow Pit Expansion at 4478 Devine Farms Road

The Board approved several high-value infrastructure projects, including the Perdido Bay Boat Ramp and various road resurfacing contracts. They also authorized funding for affordable housing applications and approved multiple rezoning cases.

• Approved $4,210,116.39 construction contract for Perdido Bay Boat Ramp to Hewes and Company, LLC
• Approved $453,820 CEI services contract for Perdido Bay Boat Ramp to Atkins North-America, Inc.
• Approved $1,000,000 allocation to Visit Pensacola, Inc. for 'American Magic' sailing events
• Approved rezoning for 6823 Pine Forest Rd (Z-2022-16), 8300/8320 Lillian Hwy (Z-2022-17), and 800 Blk/855 Hwy 297A (Z-2022-18)
• Approved $37,500 local contributions for Magnolia Trail and Corry Family Housing SAIL applications
• Approved $385,115 contract to Site and Utility, LLC for Beulah Landfill repairs
• Approved $193,600 contract to Terracon Consultants, Inc. for Brownfields Assessment Program
• Approved $223,180.20 for public safety equipment replacement from Trane US, Inc.

Contractor Competency

The Competency Board will review contractor applications and conduct several hearings. These include probable cause, restitution, and disciplinary hearings regarding various contractors.

• Contractor application for reciprocity: Nathan Cobb, Jr.
• Contractor application for license reinstatement: Leslie P. White
• Probable cause hearings for six contractors including Spencer Stapleton and Chadwyck Clark
• Restitution hearing for Jesse W. Lacoste (LaCoste Construction Group, LLC)
• Disciplinary hearings for Joseph L. Morales and multiple cases involving Matthew S. Banks (Banks Construction, LLC)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meets to consider two final applications: Posh Pawz Resort at 8625 Gulf Beach Hwy and Sutton Place at 310 Roberts Rd (38 lots). Seven pre-application meetings are scheduled for projects including Cefco-Lillian/Blue Angel, Lillian Highway, Lee's Office-Warrington, and others. Several initial applications are listed for staff internal review only, with no public meeting.

• Final DRC: Posh Pawz Resort, 8625 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Final DRC: Sutton Place, 310 Roberts Rd, 38 lots
• Pre-app: Cefco-Lillian/Blue Angel, SWC Lillian & Blue Angel
• Pre-app: Area Housing-Old Cory Field Project, 701 N Old Corry Rd (CRA)
• Pre-app: Fairfield-E344, 4395 W. Fairfield Dr (CRA)

Acting DRC Chairman Eric Johnson approved two final applications. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six projects and conducted internal staff reviews for seven additional applications.

• Approved Posh Pawz Resort at 8625 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Approved Sutton Place at 310 Roberts Rd (38 Lots)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with action items including a presentation on the UWF Masterplan update and a Sunshine Law presentation from the County Attorney. The board will also approve minutes from the September 13 meeting and review a monthly action follow-up report.

• UWF Masterplan Update Presentation
• Sunshine Law Presentation by County Attorney
• Approval of September 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Planning Board Monthly Action Follow-up Report for November 2022

The Planning Board meeting consisted of procedural approvals and presentations. No substantive land use or zoning decisions were made.

• Waived reading of the legal advertisement (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the September 13, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Accepted the meeting package (6-0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider two final applications: a 5-lot subdivision at 1600 Toni Street and an apartment project at 8707 N. Davis Hwy. Pre-application meetings are scheduled for four projects including Quintett Highway Subdivision and ADA upgrades at two apartment complexes. Six initial applications are under staff review with no public meeting.

• Final DRC application for Toni Street Homes, 5 lots at 1600 Toni Street
• Final DRC application for Davis Hwy Apartments at 8707 N. Davis Hwy
• Pre-application meeting for Quintett Highway Subdivision at 1500 BLK W. Quintette Rd
• Pre-application meeting for Mitchell Lane Subdivision at 5903 Mitchell Lane
• Initial review of Fusion Wine & Spirits at 8502 Myslak Way

Acting DRC Chairman Jennifer Hampton approved two final applications for residential projects. The committee also held pre-application meetings for four additional subdivisions and apartment upgrades.

• Approved Toni Street Homes, 1600 Toni Street (5 Lots)
• Approved Davis Hwy Apartments, 8707 N. Davis Hwy

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss their legislative priorities for the upcoming delegation meeting and to hold a discussion concerning broadband. One item added to the agenda seeks approval of $5,000 from Commissioner Lumon May's discretionary fund for Neighborhood and Human Services.

• Discussion of legislative priorities for the December 7, 2022 delegation meeting
• Broadband discussion
• Funding request of $5,000 from Commissioner Lumon May's discretionary fund for Neighborhood and Human Services

The Board authorized negotiating an MOU with Escambia River Electric Co-Op for a $6 million ARPA fund allocation for broadband. The Board also established legislative priorities for the state delegation and approved a $5,000 discretionary fund payment.

• Authorized negotiating an MOU with Escambia River Electric Co-Op for $6 million in ARPA funds for broadband (4-1)
• Approved FDOT 5-Year Work Program (Beulah Interchange), OLF8 Lift Station, and state property insurance overhaul as top legislative priorities (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 funding to Neighborhood and Human Services from Commissioner Lumon May's discretionary fund (Unanimous)
• Agreed to hold remaining public forum speakers until the conclusion of Regular Meetings if time limits are exceeded

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider four final applications: Garden of Eden RV Park on Eden Lane, an IHOP on Pine Forest Road, Coastal Sunrise Animal Hospital on N 9th Ave, and the Cypress Cove Subdivision (65 lots) on Cedar Tree Lane. No pre-applications or initial applications are scheduled.

• Garden of Eden RV Park, 855 Eden Lane (District 5)
• IHOP, 7930 Pine Forest Road (District 1)
• Coastal Sunrise Animal Hospital, 6209 N 9th Ave (District 4, revised)
• Cypress Cove Subdivision, 800 block Cedar Tree Lane, 65 lots (District 5)

Acting DRC Chairman Jennifer Hampton approved four final applications for RV park, restaurant, and subdivision projects. No pre-applications or initial applications were reviewed during the meeting.

• Approved Garden of Eden RV Park at 855 Eden Lane
• Approved IHOP at 7930 Pine Forest Road
• Approved Cypress Cove Subdivision plat at 800 Blk Cedar Tree Lane (65 Lots)
• Approved Cypress Cove Subdivision conceptual plan at 800 Blk Cedar Tree Lane (65 Lots)

Board of County Commissioners

This is an installation and organization meeting. The board will swear in newly elected commissioners Michael Kohler (District 2) and Robert Bender (District 4), then rotate the chairman and vice chairman positions. They will also discuss legislative priorities and broadband, and ratify a settlement form related to the national opioid litigation.

• Swearing-in of Commissioners Elect Michael Kohler (District 2) and Robert Bender (District 4)
• Rotation of Chairman to Lumon May and Vice Chairman to Steven Barry
• Confirmation of commission appointments to boards and committees
• Discussion of Escambia County's legislative priorities for December 7, 2022 delegation meeting
• Ratification of Chairman's signature on Florida Subdivision Settlement Participation Form for Walmart opioid settlement

The Board conducted a special installation meeting to swear in Commissioners Michael S. Kohler and Robert D. Bender and rotate leadership. The Board approved appointments for the new commissioners to various county boards and committees. A special meeting was scheduled for November 28, 2022, to discuss broadband and legislative priorities.

• Swore in Commissioner-Elect Michael S. Kohler (District 2) and Commissioner-Elect Robert D. Bender (District 4)
• Rotated leadership to Chairman Lumon J. May and Vice Chairman Steven L. Barry
• Approved appointments for Commissioner Kohler and Commissioner Bender to various boards and committees (unanimous)
• Scheduled a Special Board Meeting for November 28, 2022, to discuss broadband and legislative priorities (unanimous)
• Ratified the Chairman's signature on the Florida Subdivision Settlement Participation Form for the Walmart Settlement (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment will consider a request to allow on-premise alcohol consumption at 2414 N Pace Blvd, which is within 1,000 feet of a daycare. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the October 19 meeting and other procedural items.

• Case CU-2022-16: Request to allow on-premise alcohol consumption within 1,000 feet of a daycare at 2414 N Pace Blvd
• Approval of resume minutes from the October 19, 2022 Board of Adjustment meeting
• Swearing in of staff and acceptance of staff as expert witnesses

The Board approved the meeting packet and the minutes from the October 19, 2022, meeting. A request for on-premise alcohol consumption at 2414 N Pace Blvd was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Accepted November 16, 2022, BOA meeting packet (6-0)
• Waived reading of the legal advertisement (6-0)
• Approved October 19, 2022, resume meeting minutes (6-0)
• Case CU-2022-16 (2414 N Pace Blvd) withdrawn by applicant

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is considering final applications for the ECUA Cantonment Water Treatment Facility, a duplex project, and a 91-lot subdivision, plus pre-application meetings for a self-storage facility, a repossession site, a Michigan Avenue project, and a townhouse development. All items are under review or discussion; no final decisions are made at this meeting.

• Final DRC: ECUA Cantonment Water Treatment Facility at 325 Becks Lake Road
• Final DRC: Winston Place (Moreau Duplexes) at 1325 N 69th Ave
• Final DRC: Bridlewood 3rd Addition Subdivision, Secretariat Way, 91 lots
• Pre-application: Klondike Self Storage on Klondike Rd
• Pre-application: Barrancus Townhouse Development at 3180 Barrancus Ave

Acting DRC Chairman Jennifer Hampton approved three final applications for a water treatment facility, duplexes, and a subdivision. The committee also held six pre-application meetings for various commercial and residential projects.

• Approved ECUA Cantonment Water Treatment Facility at 325 Becks Lake Road
• Approved Winston Place (Moreau Duplexes) at 1325 N 69th Ave
• Approved Bridlewood 3rd Addition Subdivision at Secretariat Way (91 Lots)

Opioid Abatement Board

The Escambia County Opioid Abatement Funding Advisory Board will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss resolution R2022-57 establishing the board and its funding, and hear from the purchasing director on procurement processes.

• Discussion of resolution R2022-57 establishing the Opioid Abatement Funding Advisory Board
• Discussion of funding for the board
• Presentation by Purchasing Director Jeff Lovingood on procurement process

The board approved the minutes from the October 12 meeting. Members received briefings on the board's advisory role, the county's procurement process, and the status of the opioid fund. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from October 12 meeting (unanimous)

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a dedicated workshop on waterways management, including review of web survey data and public input. Old business items such as the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project, Bayou Chico Sediment Remediation, and Perdido Bay Boat Ramp are noted with updates available on the county website.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider two final applications: a 3-lot minor subdivision at 6140 East Fence Road and a farm pit at 4200 Devine Farm Road. The committee will also hold five pre-application meetings for commercial and residential projects across Districts 1, 2, and 5. Additionally, five initial applications are listed for staff internal review only, with no public meeting.

• Final DRC application: MSD East Fence Minor Subdivision, 6140 East Fence Rd, 3 lots
• Final DRC application: Devine Farm Pit, 4200 Devine Farm Rd
• Pre-application: Canal Drive Commercial, 13515 Canal Dr (District 1)
• Pre-application: TWAS Pensacola (W 9 Mile), 1995 & 1811 W. Nine Mile Rd (District 1)
• Initial review: St John Apartments Phase II, 112 St John Street (District 3, CRA)

Acting DRC Chairman Jennifer Hampton approved two final applications. The committee also held pre-application meetings for four commercial and residential projects.

• Approved MSD East Fence Minor Subdivision at 6140 East Fence Rd (3 Lots)
• Approved Devine Farm Pit at 4200 Devine Farm Rd

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving four residential rehab grants and two roof program grants for homeowners in the Barrancas, Warrington, Brownsville, and Oakfield areas. The meeting also includes approval of the September 1, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Residential Rehab Grant Program: $3,888 for roof at 9 Marine Drive (Barrancas)
• Residential Rehab Grant Program: $6,000 for windows at 702 Lakewood Road (Barrancas)
• Residential Rehab Grant Program: $5,750 for electrical rewiring at 638 Lakewood Road (Barrancas)
• Residential Rehab Grant Program: $2,900 for sanitary sewer at 401 Bryant Road (Warrington)
• Residential Roof Program: $7,000 for roof at 3428 W. Brainerd Street (Brownsville) and $12,848 for roof at 6101 Trent Street (Oakfield)

Board of County Commissioners

This is a public forum for citizens to speak on matters not on the regular Board of County Commissioners' agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural only.

• Speakers limited to 3 minutes each
• Forum may end 5 minutes before the regular meeting start
• Meeting is recorded and televised

The Board conducted a public forum to hear comments from 11 individuals. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings and vote on two rezoning requests: Z-2022-14 on Pine Forest Road (from high-density mixed-use to commercial) and Z-2022-15 on Nine Mile Road (from low-density residential to commercial). Both were recommended for approval by the Planning Board. The board will also consider removing two parcels from the Mid-West Sector Plan and assigning a mixed-use suburban land-use category.

• Rezoning Z-2022-14: 4.04 acres on Pine Forest Rd. from HDMU to Commercial (Planning Board recommends approval)
• Rezoning Z-2022-15: 2.68 acres on Nine Mile Rd. from LDR to Commercial (Planning Board recommends approval)
• Public hearing to remove two parcels (4.69 acres) on North Highway 29 from the Mid-West Sector Plan and assign Mixed-Use Suburban land use
• Transfer of $2,820,595.50 in equipment from the County to the Sheriff's Office
• Acceptance of September 2022 investment report showing portfolio market value of $462,503,071

The Board approved several rezoning cases and a $2.5M purchase of vehicles and machinery for Public Works. Other key actions included approving a $1.4M culvert repair contract and a $30,000 legal settlement.

• Approved rezoning Case Z-2022-14 (Pine Forest Rd) to Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Case Z-2022-15 (6300 W Nine Mile Rd) to Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved $2,524,058.68 for Public Works vehicles and equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $1,409,995.68 contract with Quality Enterprises USA, Inc. for River Road Culvert Repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 settlement for Jerry McDowell v. Escambia County (unanimous)
• Approved $1,680,000 pharmacy services agreement with Diamond Drugs Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $663,836 for Coordinated Opioid Recovery Effort (CORE) program (unanimous)
• Appointed Nash Patel as a business person representative (unanimous)

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Contractor Competency Board will consider contractor applications for examination, hold probable cause hearings on 19 complaints against two contractors (Joseph L. Morales, Spencer Stapleton, Matthew S. Banks, and Jesse W. LaCoste), and conduct disciplinary hearings on 27 complaints against Matthew S. Banks and Jesse W. LaCoste. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear a public forum.

• Probable cause hearings for Joseph L. Morales (At Home Contracting) and Spencer Stapleton on single complaints
• Probable cause hearings for Matthew S. Banks (Banks Construction) on 13 complaints from homeowners at addresses including 1910 Hallmark Dr., 7101 Klondike Rd., and others
• Probable cause hearings for Jesse W. LaCoste (LaCoste Construction Group) on 5 complaints from homeowners at addresses including 6800 Mobile Hwy., 625 Sky Hawk Dr., and others
• Disciplinary hearings for Matthew S. Banks on 27 complaints from homeowners at addresses including 5780 San Gabriel Dr., 2410 Bluffs Cir., and others
• Disciplinary hearings for Jesse W. LaCoste on 4 complaints from homeowners at addresses including 945 W Michigan Ave., 1079 Perdido Manor Dr., and others

Development Review Committee

The Escambia County Development Review Committee (DRC) is meeting to review five pre-application projects and one final application. The pre-application items include a retail store at 1405 Gulf Beach Hwy., a multi-family development on Yupon Rd., a minor subdivision on Juan Rd., and a community center. The final application is not specified. No votes or decisions are recorded; these are staff-level reviews.

• Pre-application: Retail Store at 1405 Gulf Beach Hwy. (District 2)
• Pre-application: Youpon Multi-Family at 4400 Youpon Rd. (District 1)
• Pre-application: Juan Rd. Minor Subdivision, 1060 Juan Rd., 5 lots (District 1)
• Pre-application: District 4 Community Center at 8890 N. 9th Ave.
• Initial review (no public meeting): Preserve at Russell Crossing, 2404 Kingsport Ave., 29 lots (District 2)

The committee conducted pre-application meetings for four projects. The minutes do not record any final decisions, votes, or approvals.

• Pre-application meeting held for Retail Store-Gulf Beach (1405 Gulf Beach Hwy)
• Pre-application meeting held for Youpon Multi-Family (4400 Youpon Rd)
• Pre-application meeting held for Juan Rd. Minor Subdivision (1060 Juan Rd)
• Pre-application meeting held for District 4 Community Center (8890 N. 9th Ave)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will hold public hearings on three rezoning cases and review an ordinance amendment to allow helistops in high-density residential/commercial zones. The board will also approve minutes from the October meeting and receive a monthly action follow-up report.

• Rezoning 1.06 acres at 6823 Pine Forest Rd from Commercial to Heavy Commercial/Light Industrial (Z-2022-16)
• Rezoning 29.57 acres at 8300 & 8320 Lillian Hwy from Medium Density Residential and High Density Mixed-Use to Heavy Commercial/Light Industrial (Z-2022-17)
• Rezoning 38.51 acres at 800 Blk Hwy 297A and 855 Hwy 297A from Low Density Residential to Low Density Mixed-Use (Z-2022-18)
• Ordinance amendment to allow helistops as a conditional use in High Density Residential/Commercial zones

The Planning Board reviewed three rezoning cases, recommending approval for all three to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC). One recommendation for approval passed with a 3-2 vote, while the others passed unanimously.

• Recommended approval for Case Z-2022-16 (6823 Pine Forest Rd) to Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial district (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Case Z-2022-17 (8300 & 8320 Lillian Hwy) to Heavy Commercial and Light Industrial district (3-2)
• Recommended approval for Case Z-2022-18 (800 Blk Hwy 297A and 855 Hwy 297A) to Low Density Mixed-Use district (4-0)
• Approved October 4, 2022, rezoning meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved waiver of legal advertisement reading (4-0)
• Accepted meeting package (4-0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider four final development applications: a Cefco gas station at 7306 W Hwy 98, the Las Olas project at 14118 Perdido Key Drive, a Holiday Inn Express on Davis Highway, and the Bridlewood 3rd Addition subdivision. The committee will also hold four pre-application meetings for projects including an Advance Auto Parts expansion and a subdivision on Old Chemstrand Road. Three initial applications are for staff internal review only with no public meeting.

• Cefco, 7306 W Hwy 98 — final DRC application
• Holiday Inn Express Davis Highway, 7306 N. Davis Hwy — final DRC application (in Community Redevelopment Area)
• Bridlewood 3rd Addition, Secretariat Way — 91 lots final plat
• Advance Auto Parts Building Expansion, 155 W. Hood Dr. — pre-application meeting (in CRA)
• Cabrito Village, 1610 E Lansing Drive — 54 lots initial application (staff review only)

The Development Review Committee approved three site plan applications and one final plat application. One final plat application for Bridlewood 3rd Addition was tabled.

• Approved site plan for Cefco at 7306 W Hwy 98
• Approved site plan for Las Olas at 14118 Perdido Key Drive
• Approved site plan for Holiday Inn Express Davis Highway at 7827 N. Davis Hwy
• Tabled final plat for Bridlewood 3rd Addition, Secretariat Way 91 Lots

Board of County Commissioners

This is a regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners, preceded by the Gary Sansing Public Forum for citizen comments on non-agenda items. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order and speaker sign-up. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Public forum for non-agenda items, each speaker limited to 3 minutes
• Meeting recorded and televised
• Citizens must sign up to speak at the back of the chambers

The Gary Sansing Public Forum of the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners was called to order at 9:30 a.m. and adjourned at 9:56 a.m. The board heard comments from eight speakers but took no votes or formal actions. The meeting was procedural only.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider approving final plats for two new subdivisions: Mills Lake Estates (48 lots) in Beulah and Allison Acres (85 lots) in Ensley. They will also vote on a contract for an archaeological survey at OLF-8 and a change order for the Pensacola Living Shoreline project. Several consent items include accepting tourist development tax data and approving outside agency funding.

• Final plat approval for Mills Lake Estates, a 48-lot subdivision in Beulah (District 1)
• Final plat approval for Allison Acres, an 85-lot subdivision in Ensley (District 5)
• Contract award of $82,249.38 to SEARCH, Inc. for Phase I archaeological survey at OLF-8
• Change Order #6 for $45,684.66 to Volkert, Inc. for the Pensacola Living Shoreline Project
• Fiscal Year 2022-2023 appropriations: $145,700 to Gulf Coast Kid's House, $20,982 to United Way, $45,000 to Council on Aging

The Board approved a $10.4 million contract with Visit Pensacola for tourism marketing and a $2.9 million purchase order for medical examiner services. Commissioners also approved $82,249 for an archaeological survey at OLF-8, $600,000 for the Pensacola-Escambia County Promotion and Development Commission, and numerous other appropriations and contracts. A motion to authorize legal fees for Katherine Kenney failed on a 2-2 vote.

• Approved $10.4M contract with Visit Pensacola for tourism marketing (unanimous)
• Approved $2.89M purchase order for District 1 Medical Examiner services (4-0)
• Approved $82,249 archaeological survey Phase I for OLF-8 (4-0)
• Approved $600,000 interlocal agreement with City of Pensacola for PEDC (unanimous)
• Approved $671,250 purchase of 4.07 acres from UWF Board of Trustees (4-0)
• Approved $17,500 settlement in Lawrence Salter v. Escambia County (3-1)
• Approved $7,500 settlement from The Transition House, Inc. (3-1)
• Failed motion to authorize legal fees for Katherine Kenney (2-2)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on a request for a conditional use permit to allow a drive-through within 200 feet of Medium Density Residential (MDR) zoning at 2405 W Nine Mile Road. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as swearing in staff, accepting the meeting package, and approving previous minutes.

• Conditional use permit CU-2022-15 for a drive-through at 2405 W Nine Mile Rd within 200 feet of MDR zoning
• Approval of resume minutes from September 28, 2022 meeting
• Sunshine presentation as a discussion item

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use request (CU-2022-15) to allow a drive-through within 200 feet of MDR zoning at 2405 W Nine Mile Rd. The approval includes conditions requiring protected trees to remain, an 8-foot privacy fence, and additional required vegetation for buffering. The vote was 5-0.

• Approved conditional use CU-2022-15 for drive-through at 2405 W Nine Mile Rd (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of the October 19, 2022 meeting packet into evidence (5-0)
• Approved waiver of reading of legal advertisement (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 21, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will consider four final applications: a 91-lot subdivision on Secretariat Way, Highway 98 Apartments at 7201 Hwy 98 West, a Cook Out Restaurant at 1735 E Nine Mile Rd, a Bob Tyler Toyota building at 7201 Pensacola Blvd, and a Tru by Hilton at 7100 N Davis Hwy. Six pre-application meetings are also scheduled for projects including a parking lot expansion, a water treatment tank, a Taco Bell, and a condominium. No dollar amounts are listed.

• Final DRC Application: FP 22083651PSD-FP Bridlewood 3rd Addition, 91 lots on Secretariat Way
• Final DRC Application: SP 22094231PSP Highway 98 Apartments, 7201 Hwy 98 West
• Final DRC Application: SP 22041574PSP Cook Out Restaurant, 1735 E Nine Mile Rd
• Final DRC Application: SP 22094145PSP Bob Tyler Toyota Maintenance Bldg, 7201 Pensacola Blvd
• Final DRC Application: SP 22062882PSP Tru by Hilton, 7100 N Davis Hwy

The Development Review Committee approved four final applications: Highway 98 (District 4), Bob Tyler Toyota Maintenance Building (District 3), Tru by Hilton Pensacola (District 4), and Cook Out Restaurant (District 4). The Bridlewood 3rd Addition (91 lots on Secretariat Way) was tabled. All approvals were by Acting Chair Jennifer Hampton.

• Approved: Highway 98 Apartments, 7201 Hwy 98 West (AIPD-2)
• Approved: Bob Tyler Toyota Maintenance Bldg, 7201 Pensacola Blvd
• Approved: Tru by Hilton Pensacola, 7100 N Davis Hwy
• Approved: Cook Out Restaurant, 1735 E Nine Mile Rd
• Tabled: Bridlewood 3rd Addition, Secretariat Way (91 lots)
• No action: Pre-application meetings held for 7 projects (staff review only)
• No action: Initial DRC applications for Toni Street Homes and S Food Mart (internal review only)

Electrical Examiner

The Escambia County Board of Electrical Examiners will hold a regular meeting to consider eight probable cause complaints against Steven W Gunter, doing business as G & S Electric of Northwest Florida, LLC. The board will also receive a Sunshine Law presentation from Assistant County Attorney Christi Hankins. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting and a public forum.

• Probable cause hearing: BOEE Complaint No. 2208150COM, re: William F Ward, 2034 Juno Cir., Pensacola, FL 32526
• Probable cause hearing: BOEE Complaint No. 2208151COM, re: Michael Barberi, 1010 Jo Jo Rd., Pensacola, FL 32514
• Probable cause hearing: BOEE Complaint No. 2208152COM, re: Marcus Rivers dba Rivers Plumbing and Gas, LLC, various residential sites
• Probable cause hearing: BOEE Complaint No. 2209173COM, re: Patrick Cardwell, 710 W Mallory St., Pensacola, FL 32501 (city limits)
• Sunshine Law presentation by Christi Hankins, Assistant County Attorney

Opioid Abatement Board

The Opioid Abatement Funding Advisory Board will elect a chair and vice chair, discuss draft by-laws, and hear a presentation from Escambia County EMS. A brief overview of expected revenues from opioid settlements will also be provided. Public comment is scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Distribution and discussion of By-Law Drafts
• Presentation from Chief David Torsell on Escambia County EMS
• Overview of Expected Revenues by Jan Durrani

Tourist Development Council

The Escambia County Tourist Development Council will meet to approve minutes from August 9, 2022, receive reports on funds collected and status of Fund 108, hear a presentation on the Roger Scott Tennis Center from Councilman Jared Moore and Ray Palmer, and receive updates from outside agencies including Visit Pensacola, ACE, and SummerFest. The council will also discuss Friends of Downtown Holiday Lights in Belmont/DeVillers and review outside agency board makeup and financials.

• Presentation on City of Pensacola and Pensacola Sports - Roger Scott Tennis Center
• Status of Funds Collected report from Clerk of the Court
• Status of Funds in Fund 108 from County OMB
• Outside agency updates: Visit Pensacola, ACE/Foo Foo Festival, SummerFest, African American Heritage Society
• Discussion of Friends of Downtown Holiday Lights in Belmont/DeVillers

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several development projects and holding pre-application meetings. These items determine if proposed land uses and site plans meet county standards before moving forward.

• Allison Acres: 85 lots at 1870 W Ten Mile Road
• Shoppes at Stefani Phase II: 1449 W Nine Mile Road
• Dollar General #24747: 810 Olive Road
• Dollar General #24746: 1035 W Michgan Ave
• The Retreat: 4900 Mobile Highway

The Development Review Committee approved all seven final applications on the agenda, including Allison Acres (85 lots on W Ten Mile Road), Shoppes at Phase II, Chemco Minor, two Dollar General stores, and The Retreat. No applications were denied or tabled. The committee also held pre-application meetings for four projects and noted that initial review applications were for staff review only with no public meeting.

• Approved Allison Acres (85 lots) at 1870 W Ten Mile Road
• Approved Shoppes at Stefani Phase II at 1449 W Nine Mile Road
• Approved Chemco Minor at 101 Stone Blvd
• Approved Dollar General #24747 at 810 Olive Road
• Approved Dollar General #24746 at 1035 W Michigan Ave
• Approved The Retreat at 4938 Mobile Highway
• Held pre-application meetings for Elite Shop, Aletheia Christian Academy, and two ZIPS Carwash locations

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board will conduct probable cause and disciplinary hearings regarding complaints against two contractors. The board is reviewing multiple homeowner complaints related to Banks Construction, LLC and LaCoste Construction Group, LLC.

• Probable cause hearings for Matthew S. Banks (Banks Construction, LLC) regarding 7 homeowner complaints
• Probable cause hearings for Jesse W. LaCoste (LaCoste Construction Group, LLC) regarding 4 homeowner complaints
• Disciplinary hearing for Jesse W. LaCoste regarding complaint 2208115COM
• Disciplinary hearings for Matthew S. Banks regarding 9 homeowner complaints

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee is dedicating this meeting to a Diving Safety Symposium. The session focuses on diver safety procedures, emergency response, and hyperbaric treatment.

• Diving Safety Symposium including a mock-dive and expert critique
• Discussion on emergency response to VHF Ch. 16 and 911 diving injury calls
• Presentation on Hyperbaric Treatment by Julio Garcia
• Updates on Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project
• Updates on Bayou Chico Sediment Remediation Project and Perdido Bay Boat Ramp

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the Gary Sansing Public Forum and the regular Board of County Commissioners meeting. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners held the Gary Sansing Public Forum on October 6, 2022. The meeting consisted solely of public comments from 13 speakers and was adjourned after 37 minutes. No substantive decisions, votes, or official actions were taken during this procedural session.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to amend regulations for private wastewater collection systems. The meeting also includes several proclamations and the approval of emergency medical service certificates for 2023.

• Public hearing to amend Land Development Code regarding private wastewater collection systems
• Write-off of $111.64 in uncollectible bad debts
• Issuance of Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity for ALS/BLS services effective Jan 1, 2023
• Approval of 2022 Annual Update to the Ten-Year Transit Development Plan to maintain eligibility for over $1.1 million in grants
• Permission for ARCADIS, Inc. to enter Saufley C&D Landfill at 5660 Saufley Field Road for environmental investigation

The Board approved a $340,000 contract with DPZ CoDESIGN for the Beulah Master Plan and authorized staff to seek an additional $122,023.44 in RESTORE Act funds. It also approved a $770,819.50 contract for the Jackson Creek Stream Restoration project and a $249,654 contract for the Ashton Brosnaham Park Restroom. The Board voted to waive the blackout period to allow broadband negotiations with Connexon, Escambia River Electric Co-Op, and C Spire, and approved a $100,000 allocation for Keep Pensacola Beautiful.

• Approved $340,000 Beulah Master Plan contract with DPZ CoDESIGN (4-0)
• Approved $770,819.50 Jackson Creek Stream Restoration contract with Streamline Environmental (4-0)
• Approved $249,654 Ashton Brosnaham Park Restroom contract with Empire Builders Group (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 Keep Pensacola Beautiful allocation from Solid Waste (4-0)
• Waived blackout period for broadband negotiations with Connexon, EREC, and C Spire (3-0)
• Approved $1,500 for Cordova Park Elementary Fall Festival from Commissioner Bender's discretionary funds (4-0)
• Approved $3,000 for WSRE Wine and Food Classic from Commissioner Bergosh's discretionary funds (4-0)
• Approved $6,610.02 FDOH fine payment for former employee Matthew Selover from District 1 discretionary funds (3-1)

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board is meeting to review contractor examination applications and conduct hearings. The board will address several probable cause and disciplinary complaints filed by homeowners against specific contractors.

• Examination applications for Alfred R Chouinard, III (Residential Contractor) and Josiah Becker (Master Plumber with Gas)
• Probable cause hearings for Brian Ward (Quality Roofing Solutions, LLC) and Matthew S Banks (Banks Construction, LLC)
• Disciplinary hearings for Matthew S Banks (Banks Construction, LLC)
• Disciplinary hearings for Jesse W LaCoste (LaCoste Construction Group, LLC)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several residential subdivisions and commercial additions. The meeting also includes pre-application sessions for new developments. One project is designated for internal staff review only.

• Saddle Ridge Phase 2 (7590 Mobile Hwy): 60 Lots
• Mills Lakes Esates (8455 Beulah Rd): 48 Lots
• Pall Corporation Building Addition (8780 Ely Road)
• BCM Storage Facilities (6903 Pensacola Blvd)
• Charbel Townhomes (5005 Saufley Field Rd): 5 Lots

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all seven final applications on the agenda, including Saddle Ridge Phase 2 (60 lots), Mills Lakes Estates (48 lots), Pall Corporation building addition, BCM Storage Facilities, and Charbel Townhomes (5 lots). Three pre-application meetings were held for Wymart Subdivision, Tibbetts Lumber Co., and Leah Gardens. One initial application (Allison Acres, 85 lots) was designated for staff internal review only with no public meeting.

• Approved Saddle Ridge Phase 2 (60 lots) at 7590 Mobile Hwy
• Approved Mills Lakes Estates (48 lots) at 8455 Beulah Rd
• Approved Pall Corporation Building Addition at 8780 Ely Road
• Approved BCM Storage Facilities at 6903 Pensacola Blvd
• Approved Charbel Townhomes (5 lots) at 5005 Saufley Field Rd
• Held pre-application meetings for Wymart Subdivision, Tibbetts Lumber Co., and Leah Gardens
• Initial application for Allison Acres (85 lots) set for staff internal review only

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding two rezoning cases. These items involve changing property designations from residential to commercial or high density mixed-use districts.

• Rezoning Case Z-2022-14: Pine Forest Rd. from HDMU to Commercial
• Rezoning Case Z-2022-15: 6300 W Nine Mile Rd. from LDR to Commercial

The Escambia County Planning Board approved two rezoning requests, recommending them to the Board of County Commissioners. Both votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezoning of 4.04 acres on Pine Forest Rd. from HDMU to Commercial (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2.68 acres at 6300 W Nine Mile Rd. from LDR to Commercial (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review three specific land-use cases. The board will determine if the requested uses are permitted for the specified properties.

• Case CU-2022-12: Request for a bar at 9722 Hwy 98 West
• Case CU-2022-13: Request for townhouses at 9900 Blk Guidy Ln.
• Case CU-2022-14: Request for a mural at 1008 B N Navy Blvd

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment approved all three conditional-use requests on the agenda, each by a 5-0 vote. The board accepted staff findings of fact and granted the permits for a bar at 9722 Hwy 98 West (with an added privacy fence), townhouses at 9900 Blk Guidy Ln., and a mural at 1008 B N Navy Blvd. The meeting also included routine approvals of the meeting packet, waiver of legal advertisement reading, and minutes from the July 20, 2022 meeting.

• Approved conditional use for bar at 9722 Hwy 98 West, with privacy fence to the east (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for townhouses at 9900 Blk Guidy Ln. (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for mural at 1008 B N Navy Blvd (5-0)
• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting packet (5-0)
• Approved waiver of legal advertisement reading (5-0)
• Approved July 20, 2022 resume minutes (5-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee will review final applications and conduct pre-application meetings for several local development projects. Initial application reviews are designated for staff internal review only and will not be part of the public meeting.

• Final application: Myrtle Grove ES Replacement Temporary Campus, 6115 Lillian Hwy
• Pre-application: Leisure Lake Expansion, 5565 W. Nine Mile Rd.
• Pre-application: BSide Multi-Family Development, Nine Mile Rd.
• Pre-application: Industrial Court Warehouse, 880 Industrial Court
• Pre-application: Perdido Breeze, 10281 Gulf Beach Highway

The Development Review Committee approved the final DRC application for the Myrtle Grove Elementary School Replacement Temporary Campus at 6115 Lillian Hwy. The meeting also included six pre-application meetings and four initial DRC applications for staff internal review only, with no public meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved D2 SP 22083848PSP Myrtle Grove ES Replacement Temporary Campus (Jennifer Hampton, Acting DRC Chairman)

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board will meet to conduct probable cause hearings. The board is reviewing ten separate complaints filed against Matthew S. Banks doing business as Banks Construction, LLC.

• Probable cause hearing: Banks Construction, LLC (Complaint 2208103COM) regarding 5780 San Gabriel Dr.
• Probable cause hearing: Banks Construction, LLC (Complaint 2208131COM) regarding 8865 Salt Grass Dr.
• Probable cause hearing: Banks Construction, LLC (Complaint 2208129COM) regarding 10394 Old Dairy Ln.
• Probable cause hearing: Banks Construction, LLC (Complaint 2208108COM) regarding 2410 Bluffs Cir.
• Probable cause hearing: Banks Construction, LLC (Complaint 2208134COM) regarding 100 Siguenza Dr.

Board of County Commissioners

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

The Escambia County Board of Commissioners held a public forum on September 22, 2022, where 16 residents spoke. No votes, resolutions, or official actions were taken during the meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a $7.9 million National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant for the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project at White Island, and authorized a $35 million interfund loan from LOST IV to the Disaster Recovery Fund for Hurricane Sally costs. Commissioners also voted 4-1 to remove Larry Downs Jr. from the Contractor Competency Board, and approved a settlement ending the pet licensing agreement with DocuPet Corp. The meeting included unanimous approval of a consent agenda covering dozens of purchase orders, contracts, and budget amendments.

• Approved $7,922,349 NFWF grant for Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project (unanimous)
• Authorized $35M revolving loan from LOST IV to Disaster Recovery Fund for Hurricane Sally (unanimous)
• Removed Larry Downs Jr. from Contractor Competency Board (4-1)
• Approved settlement ending pet licensing agreement with DocuPet Corp. (unanimous)
• Approved $7,227,170.51 write-off of uncollectable EMS accounts receivable (4-0)
• Approved $4,671,427 FTA grant application for mass transit operations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-38 removing 99.45 acres from Mid-West Sector Plan (4-0)
• Approved $1,584,304 workers' compensation insurance renewal (unanimous)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing a final application for a nail salon and holding pre-application meetings for four developments. Two additional projects are undergoing internal staff review.

• Final application for Clarence Jackson Nail Salon at 33 Coast Rd
• Pre-application for Nine Mile Rd Development at 2303 W. Nine Mile Rd
• Pre-application for Riverchase Cottages at 8917 Klondike Rd
• Pre-application for Pensacola Roofing & Fence at 6500 BLK Mobile Hwy
• Pre-application for Robert's Commercial Office at 2007 North V St

The Development Review Committee approved one final application (Clarence Jackson Nail Salon at 33 Coast Rd) and held pre-application meetings for four projects: Nine Mile Rd Development, Riverchase Cottages, Pensacola Roofing & Fence, and Robert's Commercial Office. Two initial applications were noted for staff internal review only, with no public meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Clarence Jackson Nail Salon at 33 Coast Rd (final DRC application)
• Held pre-application meeting for Nine Mile Rd Development at 2303 W. Nine Mile Rd
• Held pre-application meeting for Riverchase Cottages at 8917 Klondike Rd
• Held pre-application meeting for Pensacola Roofing & Fence at 6500 BLK Mobile Hwy
• Held pre-application meeting for Robert's Commercial Office at 2007 North V St
• Noted initial review of ECUA Cantonment Water Treatment Facility at 325 Becks Lake Road (staff internal only)
• Noted initial review of Bob Tyler Toyota Maintenance Bldg at 7201 Pensacola Blvd (staff internal only)

Contractor Competency

The Competency Board will review several applications for professional examinations. The meeting also includes multiple probable cause hearings regarding complaints against specific contractors.

• Contractor examination applications for Tracy Edwards (Roofing), Kateryna Hamami (General Contractor), and Andrew Melton (Building Contractor)
• Probable cause hearing for Jesse W Lacoste-dba LaCoste Construction Group, LLC regarding 615 Crown Cove
• Multiple probable cause hearings for Matthew S Banks-dba Banks Construction, LLC involving various homeowners

Budget Workshops

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a public hearing to adopt the final budget and millage rates for Fiscal Year 2022/2023. The proposed budget includes a $31,478,904 amendment to the tentative budget. The board will also discuss funding for Community Partners and the Santa Rosa Island Authority budget.

• Proposed final unified budget of $654,458,355
• Proposed millage rates: County-wide 6.6165, Library MSTU .3590, and Sheriff's Law Enforcement MSTU .6850
• Supplemental Budget Amendment of $31,478,904
• Local Provider Participant Fund increase of $27,086,411
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Annual Budget for the Santa Rosa Island Authority

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the final Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget of $654,458,355, a 15.17% increase over the prior year, with millage rates set at 6.6165 county-wide, 0.3590 for Library MSTU, and 0.6850 for Sheriff's Law Enforcement MSTU. The board also approved a supplemental budget amendment of $31,478,904 and allocated $54,550 for youth programs contingent on Children's Trust funding. Commissioner Underhill voted against the final budget and several other items.

• Adopted final FY 2022/2023 budget of $654,458,355 (4-1, Underhill no)
• Adopted final millage resolution with rates: 6.6165 county-wide, 0.3590 Library MSTU, 0.6850 Sheriff's MSTU (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental budget amendment of $31,478,904 (4-1, Underhill no)
• Approved Community Partners funding as discussed Sept. 6 (3-1, Underhill no, Bergosh abstained)
• Allocated $54,550 for youth programs contingent on not being funded by Children's Trust (4-1, Underhill no)
• Adopted FY 2022/2023 annual budget for Santa Rosa Island Authority (unanimous)

Development Review Committee

The committee will review final applications and conduct pre-application meetings for various development projects. Some items are listed for staff internal review only and do not include a public meeting.

• Final application: Bayou Chico Development, 30 S. Pinewood Lane
• Final application: Residence at Nature Creek Phase II, Alt 90/1-10 (140 Lots)
• Pre-application: Pall Corporation Addition, 8780 Ely Rd.
• Pre-application: Mass Small Engine Repair, 4303 Kelly
• Pre-application: ZIPS Carwash Pensacola, 4141 Pine Forest Rd

The Development Review Committee approved the Bayou Chico Development (D2 SP 22041819PSP) at 30 S. Pinewood Lane. The Residence at Nature Creek Phase II (D1 FP 22073336PSD-FP) was tabled. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Bayou Chico Development at 30 S. Pinewood Lane
• Tabled Residence at Nature Creek Phase II (Alt 90/1-10, 140 lots)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to review a proposed ordinance regarding private wastewater collection systems. The board will also hold discussions on a turtle lighting ordinance and the removal of the Escambia County Sector Plan.

• Public hearing on Ordinance amending Chapter 5, Article 3, Section 5-3.3, Subsection (i) regarding private wastewater collection systems
• Discussion of Turtle Lighting Ordinance
• Discussion of Escambia County Sector Plan Removal Ordinance

The Planning Board voted 5-1 to recommend adoption of an ordinance amending the Land Development Code to revise regulations for private wastewater collection systems. The recommendation now goes to the Board of County Commissioners for final action. The board also discussed turtle lighting and sector plan ordinances but took no votes on those items.

• Recommended adoption of LDC amendment on private wastewater collection systems (5-1, Ingwell opposed)
• Approved minutes of August 2, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Approved meeting packet (6-0)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board scheduled a rezoning meeting for September 13, 2022. However, the agenda indicates that the meeting has been cancelled.

• Case No. Z-2022-13: Rezoning of 2811 Copter Rd (withdrawn by applicant)

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the status of the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline and Perdido Bay Boat Ramp projects. The body will also review updates regarding Florida Fish & Wildlife rules for derelict vessels.

• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project status
• Perdido Bay Boat Ramp status
• Florida Fish & Wildlife derelict vessels rule update
• Diving Safety Symposium scheduled for October 10, 2022
• Waterways Management Workshop scheduled for November 14, 2022

Opioid Abatement Board

The board is meeting to establish its leadership and review foundational governing documents. Discussions include the board handbook, bylaws, and the resolution that established the body.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Board Handbook
• Review of Resolution R2022-57
• Discussion of Bylaws
• Presentation by CDAC

The Opioid Abatement Funding Advisory Board held its first meeting, electing John Mathis as interim Chair and Catherine White as interim Vice Chair. The board reviewed the handbook, bylaws, ethics, and Sunshine Law requirements, but took no substantive funding decisions as no settlement money has been received yet.

• Elected John Mathis as interim Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Catherine White as interim Vice Chair (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss the Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) program and minority procurement. The meeting is intended for board discussion and direction.

• Discussion on Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE)
• Discussion on Minority Procurement

The Committee of the Whole held a workshop discussion on the Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) program, a partnership with local healthcare providers to address the opioid crisis. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the board gave no direction on the item. The board also agreed to waive fees for re-permitting projects by Banks Construction and LaCoste Construction, with a resolution to be brought to the September 22 regular meeting.

• No decisions made on CORE program; discussion only
• Agreed to waive fees for re-permitting projects by Banks Construction and LaCoste Construction; resolution to be brought to Sept. 22 regular meeting

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board will review contractor examination applications and hold hearings regarding complaints against specific construction firms. The board will also address member resignations and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Probable cause hearings for Jesse W Lacoste (LaCoste Construction Group, LLC) regarding four complaints
• Probable cause hearings for Matthew S Banks (Banks Construction, LLC) regarding two complaints
• Disciplinary hearings for Matthew S Banks (Banks Construction, LLC) regarding three complaints
• Examination applications for Charles Nettles (Residential Contractor and Roofing) and Louie Wilson (Roofing)
• Resignation of Board Member Rebecca Fiorello

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider final development applications, including a 68-lot townhome project on Fowler Ave and the 140-lot Residence at Nature Creek Phase II. They will also hold pre-application meetings for several projects, such as a storage facility on Nine Mile Road and an extended stay hotel on Barrancas Ave. Initial review applications for an IHOP and a Seven Brew coffee shop will be handled internally without a public meeting.

• Fowler Ave Townhomes, 9811 Fowler Ave, 68 lots (final review)
• Residence at Nature Creek Phase II, Alt 90/I-10, 140 lots (final review, placeholder)
• Crow Road Townhomes Subdivision, 51 N. Crow Rd, 58 lots (pre-application)
• Extended Stay Pensacola, 4034 Barrancas Ave (pre-application, in CRA)
• IHOP, 7940 Pine Forest Road (initial review, internal only)

The Development Review Committee approved the Fowler Ave Townhomes project (68 lots at 9811 Fowler Ave) and tabled the Residence at Nature Creek Phase II (140 lots). Pre-application meetings were held for several projects including a pavilion, equipment share, townhomes, storage, pet resort, and hotel. Initial DRC applications for IHOP and Seven Brew were noted as staff internal review only.

• Approved Fowler Ave Townhomes (68 lots at 9811 Fowler Ave) - D1 PP 22031092PSD-PP and D1 CP 22031093PSD-CP
• Tabled Residence at Nature Creek Phase II (140 lots) - D1 FP 22073336PSD-FP
• Held pre-application meetings for Pavillion (3301 E. Johnson Ave), Equipment Share (6900 Blk Pine Forest Rd), Crow Road Townhomes (51 N. Crow Rd, 58 lots), Nine Mile Road Storage (6030 W. Nine Mile Road), Posh Paws Resort (5646 Ponte Verde Road), Extended Stay Pensacola (4034 Barrancas Ave)
• Noted initial DRC applications for IHOP (7940 Pine Forest Road) and Seven Brew (10200 Sorrento Road) as staff internal review only

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to decide on the purchase of new fire trucks for the Escambia County Fire/Rescue/Fleet Management Department. The proposal involves using Cares Reimbursed funds and an existing Orange County contract.

• Purchase of one 2023 E-ONE Cyclone Custom Chassis HR100 Aerial Ladder for $1,251,724.30
• Purchase of one 2023 E-ONE Cyclone Custom Chassis 100' Aerial Platform for $1,527,087
• Option to purchase both aerials for a total of $2,778,811.30
• Authorization of Orange County Contract #Y-20-1023-MV
• Contract with Rev Group D/B/A Hall-Mark RTC

The Board approved the purchase of one 2023 E-ONE Cyclone aerial ladder fire truck for $1,251,724.30 using CARES reimbursed funds, and authorized the County Administrator to issue the purchase order. A second motion to purchase a 2023 E-ONE Cyclone aerial platform for $1,527,087 failed 2-3.

• Approved purchase of one 2023 E-ONE Cyclone aerial ladder fire truck for $1,251,724.30 (unanimous)
• Denied purchase of one 2023 E-ONE Cyclone aerial platform for $1,527,087 (2-3)

Budget Workshops

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing the tentative budget and millage rates for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting includes a discussion on funding allocations for community partners and the adoption of special assessments.

• Presentation of the $622,979,451 tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023
• Proposed County-wide millage rate of 6.6165
• Proposed Library MSTU millage rate of .359
• Proposed Sheriff’s Law Enforcement MSTU millage rate of .685
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Non-Ad Valorem Special Assessments Roll

The Board of County Commissioners held the first of two required public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget. They unanimously adopted the tentative millage resolution setting rates at 6.6165 mills county-wide, .359 for the Library MSTU, and .685 for the Sheriff's Law Enforcement MSTU, which is 13.20% above the rolled-back rate. The tentative budget of $622,979,451 was adopted 4-1, with Commissioner Underhill voting no. The board also allocated community partner funding, including $78,791 for Keep Pensacola Beautiful and $96,000 for the Pensacola Area Chamber Foundation, and set the second public hearing for September 20, 2022.

• Adopted tentative millage resolution R2022-100: 6.6165 mills county-wide, .359 Library MSTU, .685 Sheriff MSTU (unanimous)
• Adopted tentative budget resolution R2022-101: $622,979,451 for FY 2022/2023 (4-1, Underhill no)
• Allocated $78,791 to Keep Pensacola Beautiful, Inc. from Solid Waste Fund
• Allocated $96,000 to Pensacola Area Chamber Foundation
• Set second public hearing for final budget adoption on September 20, 2022 at 5:31 p.m.
• Adopted FY 2022/2023 Non-Ad Valorem Special Assessments Roll (unanimous)
• Approved extending the 2022 Ad Valorem Property Tax Roll before VAB hearings (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Board is reviewing proposed changes to the Residential Rehab Grant Program eligibility guidelines. Additionally, the Board will consider several funding and lien agreements for residential roof, window, and hurricane loss mitigation projects.

• Amendment to Residential Rehab Grant Program regarding homeowner's insurance requirements
• Residential Rehab Grant: $4,999 for 8128 Kipling Street (Roof)
• Residential Rehab Grant: $4,905 for 6534 White Oak Drive (Roof)
• Residential Rehab Grant: $5,790 for 310 Sunset Avenue (Windows)
• Residential Roof Program: $7,883.57 for 2521 North Z Street

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a regular meeting. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was held on September 1, 2022, with all five commissioners present. The board heard comments from 44 individuals but took no formal action. Commissioner May requested that Minority Procurement Procedures be added to the next Committee of the Whole Workshop, with staff to provide a six-year data matrix.

• No formal decisions made at public forum
• Commissioner May requested discussion on Minority Procurement Procedures at next workshop

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several rezoning requests and consider ordinances to update floodplain management and wind speed regulations. Additionally, the Board will discuss amendments to the Residential Rehab Grant Program eligibility guidelines.

• Rezoning Case Z-2022-10: 10085 North Loop Rd
• Rezoning Case Z-2022-11: 504 Decatur Ave
• Rezoning Case Z-2022-12: Hwy 297A
• Ordinance updates for Floodplain Management and Wind Speed/Debris regulations
• Residential Rehab Grant Program eligibility amendments

The Board denied three rezoning requests (Z-2022-10, Z-2022-11, Z-2022-12) following Planning Board recommendations, adopted four floodplain management ordinance updates, and approved a $913,280 land purchase for multi-department county projects. Several budget items were approved, including a $1.93M road resurfacing contract and a $536,355 gully restoration project.

• Denied rezoning at 10085 North Loop Rd (4-0)
• Denied rezoning at 504 Decatur Ave (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning on Hwy 297A (unanimous)
• Adopted four floodplain management ordinances (4-0 each)
• Approved $913,280 purchase of 322.6 acres on Blue Angel/Highway 98 (unanimous)
• Approved $1.93M West Detroit Blvd resurfacing contract (unanimous)
• Approved $536,355 Myrtle Grove Gully restoration contract (unanimous)
• Approved $197,796 for four Waste Services vehicles (unanimous)

Development Review Committee

The committee is conducting pre-application meetings for three development sites. Other items on the agenda are for internal staff review only and do not include a public meeting.

• Pre-application meeting for Ferry Pass Plaza at 8102 N. Davis Hwy
• Pre-application meeting for My Pensacola Credit Union at 10330 Pensacola Blvd
• Pre-application meeting for Nine Mile Road Retail Store at 2852 W. 9 Mile Road
• Internal staff review for Mallard Landing at 1200 Blk Turnbuckle Trail
• Internal staff review for Dollar General #24747 at 810 E. Olive Rd

The Development Review Committee (DRC) held a regular meeting on August 31, 2022, to review pre-application and initial development applications. No votes or final decisions were recorded; the meeting was procedural, covering items for discussion and staff review only.

• No decisions, votes, or approvals were made during this meeting.
• The agenda consisted of pre-application meetings and staff-only initial reviews, with no public hearings or final actions.

Value Adjustment Board

The Board will review several applications for legal and magistrate services for the 2022 tax year. Additionally, the Board is scheduled to consider hearing dates and a filing fee resolution.

• Review of Suzanne Whibbs' application for Private Counsel
• Review of Joseph Haynes Davis' application for Attorney Special Magistrate
• Review of Steven L. Marshall's application for Appraiser Special Magistrate
• Confirmation of $15 filing fee per property parcel via Resolution R2015-1
• Proposed hearing dates: October 26-28, November 4, and December 2, 2022

Inspection Fund

The board will review the proposed Fiscal Year 22-23 budget for Building Services. The meeting also includes a Sunshine Law presentation by Christi Hankins.

• Review of June 22, 2022 minutes
• Proposed Fiscal Year 22-23 Building Services budget
• Sunshine Law presentation by Christi Hankins, ACA

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several commercial and residential projects. The meeting includes pre-application discussions for two businesses and internal staff reviews for five additional projects.

• Final applications for Fallchase at Pathstone Commercial SD on East River Oaks Drive
• Final application for Ticket Warehouse at 1370 W. Nine Mile Rd
• Final application for Starbucks at 2991 S Blue Angel Pkwy
• Pre-application meetings for Pay Day Motors of Pensacola and D&D Welding
• Internal review of Skyhawk Landing (129 lots) and Outpost Bayou (162 lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all seven final applications on the agenda, including commercial and residential projects. No applications were denied or tabled. The meeting also included pre-application meetings and staff internal reviews with no public input.

• Approved Fallchase at Pathstone Commercial SD (5 lots) on East River Oaks Drive
• Approved Klondike Road Minor Subdivision (4 lots) at 7401 Klondike Rd
• Approved Ticket Warehouse at 1370 W. Nine Mile Rd
• Approved LaVista at 14799 Perdido Drive
• Approved Seagrass Village ILF at 200 Blk Airport Blvd
• Approved Starbucks at 2991 S Blue Angel Pkwy
• Approved Pay Day Motors of Pensacola pre-application at 6660 Pine Forest Rd
• Approved D&D Welding pre-application at 2715 Noth W. St.

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 using forms located at the back of the Chambers.

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners held the Gary Sansing Public Forum on August 18, 2022. The meeting consisted solely of public comments from 23 speakers and was adjourned without any substantive decisions, votes, or actions taken by the board.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a federal justice assistance grant and several residential plat approvals. The meeting also includes noise ordinance waivers for fireworks displays and appointments to the Merit System Protection Board.

• Ratification of $116,168 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for the Sheriff's Office
• Approval of final plats for Fallschase at Pathstone Phase 2 (76 lots), Kaheeley Ridge Phase 2 (33 lots), and Monarch Place (137 lots)
• Application for a dock on County right-of-way at 2124 Athens Avenue
• Noise abatement waivers for Labor Day fireworks at Quietwater Beach and fireworks at Five Flag's Speedway
• Appointment of Susan Davies and re-appointment of Curt Carver to the Merit System Protection Board

The Board approved a $6.8 million construction contract for the Longleaf West Phase road and bridge project, awarded to Panhandle Grading and Paving, Inc. They also approved a $1.56 million design contract for the Pensacola Bay Fishing Bridge replacement and a $1.04 million contract for landfill gas system expansion. Several subdivision plats were approved, and the Board discussed but took no action on the location of a Medical Examiner facility and Contractor Competency Board issues.

• Approved $6,831,645 Longleaf West Phase construction with bridge and drainage (unanimous)
• Approved $1,558,216 design contract for Pensacola Bay Fishing Bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $1,037,338.50 contract for Perdido Landfill gas collection system expansion (unanimous)
• Approved $854,733.05 design contract for Quintette Road Expansion Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $278,990 contract for Eleven Mile Regional Basin Stormwater Pond design (unanimous)
• Approved final plats for Fallschase at Pathstone Phase 2 (76 lots), Kaheeley Ridge Phase 2 (33 lots), and Monarch Place (137 lots) (all unanimous)
• Approved $2,000,000 draw request to City of Pensacola for VT Mobile Aerospace project (unanimous)
• Approved employment agreement for County Administrator Wes Moreno (3-1)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several residential and master plan projects. The meeting also includes pre-application discussions for condos, apartments, and storage facilities. Some items are for internal staff review only.

• Final application for Quiet Oaks Duplex Expansion at 5590 Hwy 29 North
• Final application for Saddle Ridge Master Plan at 7590 Mobile Hwy
• Final applications for Fairchild Townhomes at 1300 Blk Fairchild Street
• Pre-application meeting for Bruner Condo's at 7245 Bruner Street
• Pre-application meeting for Extra Space Storage Phase II at 2041 W. Nine Mile Rd.

The Development Review Committee approved all five final applications on the agenda, including Quiet Oaks Duplex Expansion, Saddle Ridge Master Plan, Fairchild Townhomes (planning and construction phases), and Tranquility at Ferry Pass. No votes were recorded; the acting chair approved each item. Pre-application meetings were held for four projects, and four initial applications were set for staff review only.

• Approved Quiet Oaks Duplex Expansion (D5 SP 22073283PSP)
• Approved Saddle Ridge Master Plan (D1 MP 20104042PSD-MP)
• Approved Fairchild Townhomes planning phase (D4 PP 22031273PSD-PP)
• Approved Fairchild Townhomes construction phase (D4 CP 22031274PSD-CP)
• Approved Tranquility at Ferry Pass (D4 SP 22062577PSP)

Electrical Examiner

The Escambia County Board of Electrical Examiners is meeting to review several contractor applications and license reinstatements. The board will also receive a Sunshine Law presentation from Christi Hankins.

• Examination applications for Journeyman Electrician: Brian Opitz, Cory Casart, Randolph B. Cody, and Alec Anderson
• Examination applications for Master Electrician: Daniel Hahn and Marek Dybacki
• License reinstatement application for Melissa D. Blondia (delinquent over 3 years)
• Change of status application for Melissa D. Blondia

Value Adjustment Board

The Board will review several administrative appointments and scheduling matters for the 2022 tax year. This includes selecting private counsel, an attorney special magistrate, and an appraiser special magistrate. The Board is also scheduled to confirm a $15 filing fee per parcel and set upcoming hearing dates.

• Review of Suzanne Whibbs' application for Private Counsel for the 2022 tax year
• Review of Joseph Haynes Davis's application for Attorney Special Magistrate
• Review of Steven L. Marshall's application for Appraiser Special Magistrate
• Confirmation of $15 filing fee per property parcel per Resolution R2015-1
• Proposed hearing dates: October 26-28, November 4, and December 2, 2022

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several county matters. Topics include homeless issues, the search for a new County Administrator, and employee benefits.

• Discussion on Homeless Issues
• Discussion on the County Administrator Search
• Benefits Discussion

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for the Forrest Hollow project and holding pre-application meetings for several new developments. Staff will also conduct internal reviews for townhomes, a nail salon, and other subdivisions.

• Final applications for Forrest Hollow, 5250 Blue Angel Pkwy (26 Lots)
• Pre-application meeting for Lepley Rd Apartments, E. Lepley Rd
• Pre-application meeting for Panera Bread, 2405 W. Nine Rd
• Internal review for Cedar Grove Townhomes, 1500 Blk Lansing (38 Lots)
• Internal review for Klondike Road Minor Subdivision, 7401 Klondike Rd (4 Lots)

The Development Review Committee approved the Forrest Hollow preliminary plat and construction plan for 26 lots at 5250 Blue Angel Pkwy. No other final decisions were made; the remaining items were pre-application meetings or staff internal reviews.

• Approved Forrest Hollow preliminary plat (26 lots) at 5250 Blue Angel Pkwy
• Approved Forrest Hollow construction plan (26 lots) at 5250 Blue Angel Pkwy

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review the status of collected funds and Fund 108. The agenda includes reports from the Pensacola Bay Center and several outside agencies.

• Status of Funds Collected report by Michael Davis
• Status of Funds in Fund 108 report by Stephan Hall
• Pensacola Bay Center update
• Visit Pensacola report by Darien Schaefer
• National Aviation Foundation report by Cindy McCalip

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee deferred regular business to host a public forum on the Bayou Chico Contaminated Sediment Remediation Project. The meeting aimed to share collected data, outline next steps, and solicit public input on the process.

• Bayou Chico Sediment Remediation Project public forum
• $1.1 million RESTORE Pot 3 grant for sediment analysis, design, and permitting
• $330,000 RESTORE Pot 2 grant from Florida Department of Environmental Protection for design

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to establish street lighting Municipal Services Benefit Units for two subdivisions. The meeting includes decisions on three rezoning cases and the final plat for the Dry Creek Subdivision. The Board will also review a June 2022 investment report showing a portfolio market value of $498,481,386.

• Creation of street lighting MSBUs and Florida Power and Light contracts for Sweetbarb and Iron Rock subdivisions
• Rezoning Case Z-2022-07: 9720 Tower Ridge Rd from Low Density to Medium Density Residential
• Rezoning Case Z-2022-08: 3900 BLK Molino Rd from Agricultural to Rural Residential
• Rezoning Case Z-2022-09: 1415, 1501, and 1503 Lansing Drive from High Density Residential to Commercial
• Approval of final plat and street names for Dry Creek Subdivision (36-lot residential)

The Board denied a rezoning request for 9720 Tower Ridge Rd (Z-2022-07) from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential, overturning the Planning Board's approval recommendation. The Board approved two other rezoning requests: Z-2022-08 at 3900 BLK Molino Rd from Agricultural to Rural Residential, and Z-2022-09 at 1415, 1501, and 1503 Lansing Drive from High Density Residential to Commercial. The Board also approved numerous consent agenda items, including contracts, budget amendments, and property dispositions.

• Denied rezoning Z-2022-07 at 9720 Tower Ridge Rd (3-0, Bergosh abstaining)
• Approved rezoning Z-2022-08 at 3900 BLK Molino Rd from Ag to RR (4-0)
• Approved rezoning Z-2022-09 at 1415, 1501, 1503 Lansing Dr from HDR to Commercial (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-30 creating Sweetbarb Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-31 creating Iron Rock Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU (4-0)
• Approved $5,045,808.65 contract for Lake Charlene Drainage Improvement Project (4-0)
• Approved $3,124,999 contract for Upland Road Drainage Improvements FEMA Project (4-0)
• Approved $3,035,485.01 change order for FY 2021-22 Resurfacing Project (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a regular meeting and the Gary Sansing Public Forum. No specific legislative items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was convened and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board heard comments from 18 individuals but took no official action.

Board of County Commissioners

The Escambia County Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve funding and lien agreements for residential home improvements. The board will review grants for electrical rewiring, window replacement, storm shutters, sewer connections, and roof replacements.

• 9 Residential Rehab Grant agreements ranging from $1,993 to $6,000
• 2 Residential Roof Program agreements for $7,272 (1209 Grandview Str.) and $14,650 (601 N. Armenia Dr.)
• Cancellation of a $2,225 Residential Rehab Grant Program lien for 105 Marine Dr.

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for various development projects. The agenda also includes several scheduled pre-application meetings.

• Oyster Bar Marina Hurricane Sally Re-Construction at 13700 River Rd
• Scooter's Coffee at 13000 Blk Sorrento Rd
• Sparkleberry Solar Energy Center at 9800 Pilgrim Trl
• Kaheeley Ridge Phase 2 consisting of 33 lots at 10700 Beulah Rd
• Monarch Place consisting of 137 lots at the north end of Monarch Lane

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all six final applications on the agenda, including the Oyster Bar Marina Hurricane Sally re-construction, Scooter's Coffee, Sparkleberry Solar Energy Center, Pensacola Sign Renovation, Kaheey Ridge Phase 2, and Monarch Place. The approvals were made by Acting Chairman Eric Johnson. The committee also held pre-application meetings for four projects and noted that initial review applications were for staff internal review only, with no public meeting.

• Approved Oyster Bar Marina Hurricane Sally Re-Construction (13700 River Rd)
• Approved Scooter's Coffee (13000 Blk Sorrento Rd)
• Approved Sparkleberry Solar Energy Center (9800 Pilgrim Trl)
• Approved Pensacola Sign Renovation (3711 N. Palafox)
• Approved Kaheey Ridge Phase 2, 33 lots (10700 Beulah Rd)
• Approved Monarch Place, 137 lots (North end of Monarch Lane)

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board will hold a regular meeting to review contractor license applications, including examinations and a reinstatement, and to conduct probable cause hearings on complaints against licensed contractors. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and a status report.

• Contractor applications: Davis Zeledon (General), Asa Hunt (Marine), Bradley Sanders (Sign), Joshua Dindo (General), Richard Correll (reinstatement), Don Hughes (Roofing)
• Probable cause hearings for Matthew S. Banks (Banks Construction) on complaints from homeowners at 3855 Kingsberry Dr., 409 Bremen Ave., 2501 Sweet Heart Ln., and 4027 Erika Ct.
• Probable cause hearings for Jesse W. LaCoste (LaCoste Construction Group) on complaints from homeowners at 1425 E Mallory St., 7828 Coronet Dr., and 6009 Chandelle Cir.
• Approval of minutes from July 6, 2022 meeting
• Board Secretary status report including Sunshine Law presentation

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to review and recommend updates to floodplain management regulations. These updates affect the Land Development Code for the county and the Santa Rosa Island Authority.

• Public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article 2, Floodplain Management
• Review of an amendment to Chapter 4, Article 3, Santa Rosa Island Authority Floodplain Management

The Escambia County Planning Board approved several procedural items and recommended approval to the Board of County Commissioners for an ordinance amending the Land Development Code's Floodplain Management chapter. The board also recommended a conditional use rezoning ordinance change to the LDC. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved waiver of legal advertisement reading (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of meeting packet (5-0)
• Recommended approval of floodplain management ordinance amendment to BCC (5-0)
• Recommended conditional use rezoning ordinance change to BCC (5-0)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is meeting to conduct public hearings regarding three specific property rezoning cases. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the July 5, 2022, meeting.

• Case Z-2022-10: 10085 North Loop Rd, request to change from Low Density Residential to Low Density Mixed-Use
• Case Z-2022-11: 504 Decatur Ave, request to change from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential
• Case Z-2022-12: Property 02-1S-31-4107-004-001, request to change from Heavy Commercial/Light Industrial and Low Density Residential to High Density Residential

The Escambia County Planning Board held a rezoning meeting on August 2, 2022, and voted on three rezoning cases. All three were denied, with recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) to deny them as well. The board also approved procedural items including the meeting minutes and packet.

• Denied rezoning at 10085 North Loop Rd from LDR to LDMU (5-0)
• Denied rezoning at 504 Decatur Ave from MDR to HDR (5-0)
• Denied rezoning at 02-1S-31-4107-004-001 from HC/LI and LDR to HDR (3-2)
• Approved minutes of July 5, 2022 rezoning meeting (5-0)
• Approved meeting packet (5-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several commercial and residential projects. The meeting also includes pre-application discussions for new townhome and multi-family developments.

• Final application for Pensacola Life Church at 11 E Olive Rd
• Final application for Bel-Mac Roofing at 3210 Godwin Lane
• Final application for Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2 on Nine Mile Rd
• Pre-application meeting for Guidy Lane Townhomes at 9900 Blk Guidy Lane
• Pre-application meeting for Robertson Multi-Family at 1201 N. T Street

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all seven final development applications on the agenda, including projects for a church, roofing company, subdivision, and commercial properties. No applications were denied or tabled. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several proposed townhome and multi-family projects, and noted that initial review comments for new applications would be available the following Thursday.

• Approved Pensacola Life Church site plan (D3 SP 2203)
• Approved Bel-Mac Roofing site plan (D1 SP 2204)
• Approved Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2 final plat (D1 FP 2203)
• Approved Marcus Pointe Commerce Park - Aspen site plan (D1 SP 2206)
• Approved Trinity Health Pace site plan (D1 SP 2206)
• Approved R & R Vending site plan (D5 SP 2205)
• Approved Marcus Pointe Classroom Addition site plan (D3 SP 2205)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two conditional use requests regarding retail stores exceeding 6,000 square feet in High Density Mixed Use zoning. The cases involve properties at 1035 W Michigan Ave and 810/736 Olive Road.

• Case CU-2022-08: Retail store over 6,000 sq ft at 1035 W Michigan Ave
• Case CU-2022-10: Retail store over 6,000 sq ft at 810 Olive Road and 736 Olive Road

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment approved two conditional-use requests allowing retail stores larger than 6,000 square feet in High Density Mixed Use zoning. Both requests were approved unanimously (6-0) after accepting staff's findings of fact. No substantive discussion or other decisions were recorded.

• Approved conditional use CU-2022-08 for 1035 W Michigan Ave (6-0)
• Approved conditional use CU-2022-10 for 810 and 736 Olive Road (6-0)
• Accepted July 20, 2022 meeting packet (6-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May 18 and June 15, 2022 meetings (6-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several residential subdivisions and commercial projects. The meeting also includes pre-application discussions for new developments and internal staff reviews of initial applications.

• Final application for Meadow Brook Village, 8825 Chisholm Rd (66 Lots)
• Final application for Kaheeley Ridge Phases 1, 2, 3, 10700 Beulah Rd (110 Lots)
• Final application for Navy Federal Credit Union GPO Warehouse, 1101 Navy Federal Way
• Pre-application meeting for IHOP, 7918 Pine Forest Rd
• Internal review for Giese Lane Townhome Subdivision, 700 Blk Giese Lane (47 Lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved seven final development applications, including the RNDC Truck Court, Meadow Brook Village, Dry Creek Subdivision, Kaheeley Ridge phases, Navy Federal Credit Union warehouse, and Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 2. One application, Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 2 (22031168PSD-FP), was tabled. The committee also held pre-application meetings and noted initial reviews for several projects.

• Approved RNDC Truck Court (D3 SP 22062602PSP)
• Approved Meadow Brook Village preliminary plat (D3 PP 21125126PSD-PP)
• Approved Meadow Brook Village construction plan (D3 CP 21125127PSD-CP)
• Approved Dry Creek Subdivision final plat (D5 FP 22062705PSD-FP)
• Approved Kaheeley Ridge Phases 1,2,3 master plan (D1 MP 19114001PSD-MP)
• Approved Kaheeley Ridge Phase 2 preliminary plat (D1 PP 19114003PSD-PP)
• Approved Navy Federal Credit Union GPO Warehouse site plan (D1 SP 22041837PSP)
• Tabled Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2 final plat (D1 FP 22031168PSD-FP)

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a regular meeting. It outlines the rules for the Gary Sansing Public Forum and the process for citizens to sign up to speak.

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

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several items including a new street lighting district for Dogwood Terrace/Pensacola Tar & Turpentine. Other discussed actions include lease renewals for Innerarity Point Park and various service contracts for transit and facility maintenance.

• Ordinance for Dogwood Terrace/Pensacola Tar & Turpentine Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU
• Lease renewal for Innerarity Point Park, 5835 Cruzat Way ($3,465.33 annual fee)
• Change Order #10 for Perdido Bay Boat Ramp design services ($49,055)
• Consulting agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for ECAT operations analysis (up to $159,000)
• Central Energy Plant Maintenance contracts with Trane US, Inc. ($213,405 total)

The Board certified unchanged millage rates for FY 2022/23 (county-wide 6.6165, Sheriff's MSTU .685, Library MSTU .359), set proposed rates at 13.2% above rolled-back rate, and scheduled public hearings for September 6 and 20, 2022. It also approved a multi-year interlocal agreement with the Sheriff's Office for FY 2023-2025, and authorized a letter to the Governor requesting an investigation into Commissioner Underhill's residency. Several contracts and consent items were approved, including a $375,500 wheel loader rebuild and a $449,959 landfill CQA contract.

• Certified FY 2022/23 millage rates (unanimous)
• Scheduled budget public hearings for Sept 6 and 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Sheriff's Office for FY 2023-2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized letter to Governor requesting investigation into Commissioner Underhill's residency (4-0)
• Approved $375,500 CAT wheel loader rebuild (unanimous)
• Approved $449,959 Geosyntec landfill CQA contract (unanimous)
• Approved $159,000 ECAT operations analysis with HDR (unanimous)
• Approved TDT reserve policy with amendments (4-1)

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 using forms located at the back of the Chambers.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was convened and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board heard comments from 18 individuals but took no formal action.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land use actions including rezoning requests and the establishment of a Memorial Reefs Program. The agenda also includes approvals for residential subdivision final plats and various proclamations.

• Establishment of the Escambia County Memorial Reefs Program Ordinance
• Rezoning of 230.41 acres at 4100 Blk N Hwy 95A from Agricultural to Rural Residential
• Rezoning of 1.65 acres at 210 Broadmoor Ln from Medium Density to High Density Residential
• Final Plat approval for Preserve at Deer Run Phase 4 in the Beulah Community
• Final Plat approval for Mahogany Woods in the Gonzalez Community

The Board approved a $4.06 million federal grant for a multi-use path along Perdido Key Drive, adopted two rezoning ordinances, and approved several contracts and appointments. It also approved a $25,000 settlement in a lawsuit and waived privilege to release transcripts in a case involving Commissioner Underhill.

• Accepted $4,061,418 RESTORE Act grant for Perdido Key Multi-Use Path (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Z-2022-05 (230 acres Agr to RR) and Z-2022-06 (1.65 acres MDR to HDR) (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinances 2022-27 and 2022-28 amending zoning map (unanimous)
• Approved $55,000 Hurricane Sally roof repair contract with Centennial Roofing (unanimous)
• Approved $95,054 ECAT pressure washing/painting contract with Allstop Waterproofing (4-0)
• Approved $111,615.50 Ronda Street drainage contract with B&W Utilities (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 settlement in Helen Gonzalez v. Escambia County (unanimous)
• Waived privilege to release transcripts in David Bear v. Escambia County (4-0, Underhill abstained)

Budget Workshops

The board is conducting a budget workshop to review financial requirements. The session includes an overview of the budget and reviews of constitutional officers and board departments.

• Budget review for Constitutional Officers including Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, Supervisor of Elections, Clerk of Court, and Sheriff
• Budget review for Medical Examiner
• Board Department reviews including Animal Welfare, Corrections, Engineering, and Public Works
• Review of Judicial Services including State Attorney, Public Defender, and Court Administration
• Review of Community Partners

The Board of County Commissioners held a two-day budget workshop to review the proposed $622,979,451 balanced budget for FY 2022/2023. No formal votes were taken; the workshop was informational, with department heads presenting their budgets and the board making no changes to any proposed amounts. The budget includes no millage rate changes, a 4% pay increase for BCC employees, and a three-year funding agreement with the Sheriff's Office to be considered at a later meeting.

• Reviewed proposed $622,979,451 balanced budget for FY 2022/2023
• No change to millage rates (countywide 6.6165, Library MSTU .3590, Sheriff's MSTU .6850)
• No change to Fire Assessment Rates
• No change to any departmental budgets presented
• No change to Community Partner funding proposals
• Discussed but made no change to gas stipend for staff
• Requested information on cost of paving 1/20th of county roads
• Identified organizations to request funding through Children's Trust

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved a final application for a 4-lot subdivision at 510 Morris Ave. No other decisions were made; the remaining items were pre-application meetings or staff internal reviews with no public action.

• Approved final DRC application for Singleton Holdings LLC, 510 Morris Ave, 4 lots

Budget Workshops

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting budget workshops to review departmental funding. Discussions include reviews for constitutional officers, various county departments, and community partners.

• Review of Constitutional Officers including Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, Supervisor of Elections, Clerk of Court, and Sheriff
• Review of Board Departments such as Animal Welfare, Engineering, Public Works, and Waste Services
• Review of Judicial Services including State Attorney, Public Defender, and Court Administration

The Board of County Commissioners held a two-day budget workshop to review the proposed $622,979,451 balanced budget for FY 2022/2023. No formal votes were taken; the workshop was informational, with department heads presenting budgets and the board making no changes to any departmental budgets. The board discussed community partner funding requests, tentatively adjusting some proposed amounts, and directed staff to work with the Children's Trust on funding alternatives for several organizations.

• Reviewed proposed $622,979,451 FY 2022/23 balanced budget, no changes made
• No change to millage rates (countywide 6.6165, Library MSTU .3590, Sheriff's MSTU .6850)
• No change to Fire Assessment Rates
• Made no changes to any departmental budgets (BCC, County Attorney, Corrections, etc.)
• Agreed to pencil in $11,875 for Gulf Coast Veterans Advocacy Council (requested $25,000)
• Agreed to place $5,000 in proposed column for Sister Anointed to Lead Together (SALT)
• Discussed tentatively moving $60,000 for African-American Heritage Society and $96,000 for Pensacola Area Chamber Foundation into proposed column
• Directed staff to work with Children's Trust on funding for several community partners

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is discussing updates on the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline and Perdido Bay Boat Ramp projects. The body is also reviewing the EMAC Strategic Plan and noting upcoming public hearings on memorial reefs and derelict vessel rules.

• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project: permit applications are the next step
• Perdido Bay Boat Ramp project status update
• Memorial Reefs Program Ordinance: public hearing scheduled for July 14
• Florida Fish & Wildlife meeting on July 14 regarding new derelict vessel rules
• Discussion and review of the EMAC Strategic Plan

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board is reviewing contractor examination applications. The board will also hold probable cause hearings and a restitution hearing regarding complaints from homeowners.

• Examination applications for Stephen Joseph Chrisco, Jarrett Cole Parker, Stephen Gonzalez, and Kenneth C Ward
• Probable cause hearing for David C. Poole regarding 412 W. Gonzalez St.
• Probable cause hearings for Matthew S Banks regarding 2725 Blackwood Dr., 2568 Southern Oaks Dr., and 6065 Huntington Creek Cir.
• Restitution hearing for Jesse W Lacoste regarding 1809 E Baars St.
• Restitution hearing for Matthew S Banks regarding 4650 Francisco

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several subdivisions and commercial expansions. The meeting also includes pre-application sessions for new multi-family and commercial projects.

• Highland Ridge Subdivision: 40 lots at 1940 W Detroit Blvd
• Pless Landing: 60 lots at 301 Gibbs Road
• PODS Warehouse Expansion at 8161 Briese Lane
• Gross & Son Customer Service Building at 2520 N. W Street
• Palafox Self Storage Improvements at 2710 N Palafox St

The Development Review Committee approved all eight final applications on the agenda, including the Highland Ridge Subdivision (40 lots), Pless Landing (60 lots), PODS Warehouse Expansion, Gross & Son Customer Service Building, Palafox Self Storage Improvements, and Gateway Church of Christ. The approvals were made by Acting Chairman Jennifer Hampton. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved Highland Ridge Subdivision preliminary plat and construction plan, 40 lots (D1)
• Approved Pless Landing preliminary plat and construction plan, 60 lots (D2)
• Approved PODS Warehouse Expansion special permit (D3)
• Approved Gross & Son Customer Service Building special permit (D3)
• Approved Palafox Self Storage Improvements special permit (D3)
• Approved Gateway Church of Christ special permit (D4)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board is meeting to consider three specific rezoning applications. The board will review requests to change land use designations for residential and commercial properties.

• Case Z-2022-07: 9720 Tower Ridge Rd, request to change from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential
• Case Z-2022-08: 3900 BLK Molino Rd, request to change from Agricultural to Rural Residential
• Case Z-2022-09: 1415, 1501, and 1503 Lansing Drive, request to change from High Density Residential to Commercial

The Escambia County Planning Board held a rezoning meeting on July 5, 2022, and voted on three rezoning cases. All three were recommended for approval to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC), with one case passing by a narrow 3-2 vote. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and accepted the meeting packet.

• Approved staff findings and recommended approval of Z-2022-07 (9720 Tower Ridge Rd, LDR to MDR) to BCC (3-2)
• Approved staff findings and recommended approval of Z-2022-08 (3900 BLK Molino Rd, Agr to RR) to BCC (5-0)
• Approved staff findings and recommended approval of Z-2022-09 (1415, 1501, 1503 Lansing Drive, HDR to Com) to BCC (approved; Rushing abstained)
• Approved backup and amending page 132 for Z-2022-09 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 rezoning meeting (4-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (4-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee will review final applications for several development projects. The agenda also includes pre-application meetings for various residential and commercial sites.

• Preserve at Deer Run Phase 4, 11000 Beulah Rd Blk
• Mahogany Woods, 293 W. Roberts Rd
• Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2, Nine Mile Rd
• Westpointe Place, 500 BLK S Fairfield Dr 46 Lots
• Pine Forest RV Park, 7791 Pine Forest Rd

The Development Review Committee approved six final development applications, including residential subdivisions, a commercial site, and an RV park, all by Acting Chairman Jennifer Hampton. One application, Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2, was tabled. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several projects and reviewed initial applications internally.

• Approved Preserve at Deer Run Phase 4 (11000 Beulah Rd)
• Approved Mahogany Woods (293 W. Roberts Rd)
• Tabled Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2 (Nine Mile Rd)
• Approved Westpointe Place (500 BLK S Fairfield Dr) - 46 lots
• Approved Pine Forest RV Park (7791 Pine Forest Rd)

Inspection Fund

The Board will review the proposed Fiscal Year 22-23 budget and receive a current budget update. Discussion includes fee considerations related to new condo legislation.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 22-23 Budget
• Current Budget Update and Budgetary Analysis Report
• Fee discussion for new condo legislation

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several residential and office projects. The meeting also includes pre-application discussions for new subdivisions and office spaces. Some items are designated for internal staff review only.

• Final application for Brookhaven Phase 4 at 2600 S Hwy 97
• Final application for Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 4 on Nine Mile Rd (47 lots)
• Final application for DR Horton Office Building at 406 Schubert Dr
• Pre-application for Community Drive Subdivision at 6830 Community Drive (24 lots)
• Internal review of Mathison Subdivision on Mathison Rd (up to 397 lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all five final applications, including Brookhaven Phase 4, H&H Accessory Shop, Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 4 (both preliminary plat and construction plan), and DR Horton Office Building - East. The approvals were made by Acting Chairman Jennifer Hampton. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved Brookhaven Phase 4 (D5 CP 21031255PSD-CP)
• Approved H&H Accessory Shop (D3 SP 22052470PSP)
• Approved Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 4 preliminary plat (D1 PP 20083570PSD-PP)
• Approved Fallchase at Pathstone Phase 4 construction plan (D1 CP 20083571PSD-CP)
• Approved DR Horton Office Building - East (D4 SP 22052117PSP)

Electrical Examiner

The Board of Electrical Examiners will conduct a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and review contractor applications. The agenda includes several applications for Master Electrician examinations.

• Approval of February 15, 2022, BOEE Minutes
• Master Electrician examination application: Kevin Richardson
• Master Electrician examination application: Davis A. Zeledon
• Master Electrician examination application: Ryan A. Clausell

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is reviewing the 2023 TDT budget recommended to the Board of County Commissioners. The council will also discuss TDT restricted reserves for future spending plans.

• Review of April 12 and May 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Status of available funds report
• 2023 TDT Budget recommendation
• TDT Restricted Reserves spending plans

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 ordinances are listed for this meeting.

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 action was taken by the Board.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including a final plat for the Glenhollow subdivision and various department property dispositions. The meeting also includes discussions on updating employee contribution rates and authorizing contracts for environmental services.

• Approval of Glenhollow final plat for a 99-lot residential subdivision in Beulah
• Authorization of an attachment agreement with Florida Power and Light Company
• Update to FRS employer contribution rates effective July 1, 2022
• $55,000 contract award for Pensacola & Perdido Bays Estuary Program marketing services
• Review of a partial lien relief request for property at 5624 Cedartown Road

The Board approved using $3.4 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds for the South Chemstrand Road Drainage and Sidewalk Improvement Project, and $4.45 million for the Olive Road (West) Street Improvement Project. It also approved a $1.7 million contract for the Dawson Road Bridge Replacement and a $1.22 million equipment program for EMS/Fire. The Board denied a partial lien relief request for a Cedartown Road property and tabled a marketing services contract for re-procurement.

• Approved $3.4M ARPA funds for South Chemstrand Road drainage/sidewalk project (unanimous)
• Approved $4.45M ARPA funds for Olive Road (West) street improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $1.72M Dawson Road Bridge Replacement contract with Murphree Bridge Corp (unanimous)
• Approved $1.22M Stryker ALS 360 equipment program for EMS/Fire (unanimous)
• Denied partial lien relief for property at 5624 Cedartown Road (unanimous)
• Tabled $55K estuary marketing contract; directed re-procurement (unanimous)
• Approved $1.86M E911 NextGeneration grant and purchase order to NGA 911 (unanimous)
• Approved $22M bond resolution for College Trace Apartments (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two conditional use cases regarding land use. One case involves a retail store larger than 6,000 square feet, while the other is a continued discussion regarding a medical office and urgent care facility.

• Case CU-2022-08: Retail store greater than 6,000 square feet at 1035 W Michigan Ave
• Case CU-2022-09: Medical office and urgent care facility at 1415, 1501, and 1503 Lansing Dr.

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment meeting on June 15, 2022, was not convened because a quorum was not present. As a result, no substantive decisions were made. Case CU-2022-08, a request for a retail store over 6,000 square feet at 1035 W Michigan Ave, was postponed to the next regular meeting on July 20, 2022. Case CU-2022-09, a medical office request, had already been continued by county staff.

• Meeting not convened due to lack of quorum
• Case CU-2022-08 postponed to July 20, 2022 meeting
• Case CU-2022-09 continued by county staff

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for three projects and holding pre-application meetings for two others. Staff will also conduct internal reviews for several new subdivisions and commercial projects.

• Final applications for TVTC Training (1125 New Chemstrand Rd), Navy Crossings (8301 W Hwy 98), and Ronnys Carwash (2429 S Hwy 29)
• Pre-application meetings for West Nine Mile Rd Self Storage and a retail location at 332 Airport Blvd
• Internal review of Cypress Cove Subdivision (800 Blk Cedar Tree Lane) for 65 lots
• Internal review of Kaheeley Ridge Phase 2 (10700 Beulah Rd) for 110 lots
• Internal review of R & R Vending, Inc (9400 Blk Bowman Ave) and Tranquility at Ferry Pass (8319 Carl Dean)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all three final applications on the agenda: TVTC Training, Navy Crossings, and Ronnys Carwash. The committee also held pre-application meetings for two projects and reviewed initial applications for internal staff review only, with no public meeting.

• Approved TVTC Training final site plan (D5 SP 22042001PSP)
• Approved Navy Crossings final site plan (D1 SP 21124959PSP)
• Approved Ronnys Carwash final site plan (D5 SP 22031417PSP)

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss Fire MSBU/MSTU and DOMES. The meeting includes time for board discussion and direction on these topics.

• Fire MSBU/MSTU Discussion
• DOMES Discussion

The Committee of the Whole held a workshop to discuss options for funding Fire Services, including a possible Fire MSTU or MSBU increase, but took no formal action. The board agreed to place the discussion on the next regular meeting agenda. A separate discussion on the DOMES medical examiner facility funding also occurred, with no action taken.

• Agreed to place Fire MSBU/MSTU discussion on next week's Regular Board meeting agenda
• Agreed to add DOMES discussion item to a future meeting agenda
• No formal action taken on Fire Services funding options
• No formal action taken on DOMES funding request

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for the Glenhollow Subdivision and Pathstone Amenity Site. The meeting includes pre-application discussions for several new subdivisions and commercial sites. Some items are designated for internal staff review only.

• Final application for Glenhollow Subdivision, 9702 Rebel Rd (99 Lots)
• Final application for Pathstone Amenity Site, 8790 Pathstone Blvd
• Pre-application for Cody Lane Subdivision, 850 Cody Lane (3 Lots)
• Pre-application for Annette Street Subdivision, 5915 Annette Street (6 Lots)
• Pre-application for 50th Ave Townhomes, 1501 N. 50th Ave

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved two final applications: the Glenhollow Subdivision (99 lots at 9702 Rebel Rd) and the Pathstone Amenity Site (8790 Pathstone Blvd). The meeting also included pre-application meetings for several proposed projects and initial staff reviews for others, but no other final decisions were made.

• Approved Glenhollow Subdivision, 99 lots at 9702 Rebel Rd
• Approved Pathstone Amenity Site at 8790 Pathstone Blvd

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board held a rezoning meeting on June 7, 2022, and approved two rezoning requests, recommending them to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC). Both items were approved unanimously (6-0). The board also approved the minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting and accepted the meeting packet.

• Approved staff findings and recommended approval for rezoning 230.41 acres at 4100 Blk N Hwy 95A from Agricultural to Rural Residential (6-0)
• Approved staff findings and recommended approval for rezoning 1.65 acres at 210 Broadmoor Ln from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the March 1, 2022 Planning Board Rezoning Meeting (6-0)
• Accepted the Planning Board meeting packet (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings to review and recommend land use amendments to the Board of County Commissioners. Both requests seek to change property designations from Conservation Neighborhood to Mixed-Use Suburban.

• Case No. OSP-2022-02: Request to change 40.38 acres on Hillock Dr. to Mixed-Use Suburban
• Case No. OSP-2022-03: Request to change 4.69 acres on N Highway 29 to Mixed-Use Suburban

The Escambia County Planning Board voted to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for two land-use amendments, both changing parcels from Conservation Neighborhood to Mixed-Use Suburban (MU-S). The first involves a 40.38-acre parcel on Hillock Drive, and the second involves two parcels totaling 4.69 acres on North Highway 29. Both recommendations passed unanimously (6-0 and 5-0 respectively).

• Recommended approval of OSP-2022-02, rezoning 40.38 acres on Hillock Dr. from Conservation Neighborhood to MU-S (6-0)
• Recommended approval of OSP-2022-03, rezoning 4.69 acres on N. Highway 29 from Conservation Neighborhood to MU-S (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review grant funding and lien agreements for home improvements. The board will consider funding for roofing, electrical rewiring, and windows at specific residential addresses.

• Residential Rehab Grant for 122 Burgess Road (Windows): $4,420
• Residential Rehab Grant for 1261 Albuquerque Circle (Electrical Rewiring): $6,000
• Residential Rehab Grant for 403 Southeast Syrcle Drive (Roofing): $4,346
• Residential Rehab Grant for 11 Edgewater Drive (Roofing): $3,962
• Residential Roof Program Grant for 3 Pleasant Avenue (Roofing): $6,121

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. It outlines the call to order and the process for citizens to participate in the Gary Sansing Public Forum.

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners convened the Gary Sansing Public Forum on June 2, 2022, to hear comments from 31 individuals. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, consisting only of a call to order, public comments, and adjournment.

• No decisions made; meeting was procedural only

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several public hearings regarding land use amendments and a vessel exclusion zone. Additional items include updates to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements and a recycling permit renewal.

• Public hearing for Innerarity Point Park Vessel Exclusion Zone Ordinance
• Ordinance to remove 99.45 acres from the Mid-West Sector Plan for Mixed-Use Suburban assignment
• Adoption of the 2021-2025 update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements
• Renewal of Escambia County Landfill Asphalt/Concrete Crushing Recycling Permit at 13009 Beulah Road
• Approval of final plat and street name 'Sonny Drive' for Commanders Cove subdivision

The Board approved a $8,211,240 contract with T&K Construction for the Perdido Landfill Section 5 Cell 1B construction. The Board also approved a $986,577.95 purchase of 85 portable radios from Motorola Solutions, and a $500,000 Tourist Development Tax allocation to support American Magic's return to Pensacola for the 37th America's Cup race. Several other contracts, grants, and property dispositions were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved $8,211,240 Perdido Landfill construction contract with T&K Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $986,577.95 purchase of 85 portable radios from Motorola Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 from Tourist Development Tax for American Magic (3-1, Underhill no)
• Approved $110,449 design contract for 11 Mile Regional Basin Stormwater Pond with Mott MacDonald (unanimous)
• Approved $37,903 design services for CR 182 Molino Road Bridge FEMA repair (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 annual federal lobbyist contract with GrayRobinson, P.A. (unanimous)
• Approved $112,316.44 in Hurricane Sally roof and interior repairs at Road Prison complex (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 vacation petition fee, effective June 2, 2022 (unanimous)

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board is meeting to review applications for contractor examinations and reciprocity. The board will also hold disciplinary hearings regarding complaints filed by homeowners against specific contractors.

• Examination applications for Master Plumber w/ Gas, Building Contractor, and Roofing Contractor
• Reciprocity application for Daniel Perkins (Master Plumber w/ Gas)
• Disciplinary hearing for Jesse W Lacoste regarding 1809 E Baars St.
• Disciplinary hearings for Matthew S Banks regarding 4650 Francisco
• Disciplinary hearings for Matthew S Banks regarding 1214 E Yonge St., 1241 E Kingsfield Rd., and 9951 Lynndale Dr.

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several commercial and residential projects. The meeting also includes pre-application discussions for new subdivisions and warehouses. Some items are for internal staff review only.

• Final application for Dollar General at 4300 N. Hwy 29
• Final application for Beulah Self Storage at 8660 Beulah Rd
• Final application for Paradise Beach Fillin Station at 13121 Lillian Hwy
• Pre-application for Carlstrom SF Subdivision at 900 Blk Turnbuckle Trail (22 Lots)
• Pre-application for Detroit Blvd Warehouse at 10 W Detroit Blvd

The Development Review Committee approved all seven final applications on the agenda, including a Dollar General, a self-storage facility, a gas station, a boat storage facility, and a subdivision. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several projects and noted two initial applications for staff review only. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved Hurst Hammock Minor SD, Beulah Rd, 5 lots
• Approved Dollar General, 4300 N. Hwy 29
• Approved Beulah Self Storage, 8660 Beulah Rd
• Approved Paradise Beach Fillin Station, 13121 Lillian Hwy
• Approved River Road Boat Storage, 13720 River Rd
• Approved Brookhaven Phase 4 (PP and CP), 2600 S Hwy 97

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing several final development applications and conducting multiple pre-application meetings. Some items are designated for staff internal review only and will not be part of the public meeting.

• Final application: Godwin Lane Truck Access, 6722 Pine Forest Rd
• Final application: Rich's Car Wash, 5825 W Nine Mile Rd
• Final application: Blue Angel Plaza, 9500 W Hwy 98
• Final application: Navy Federal Credit Union Recreational Park, 9045 Security Pl
• Pre-application meeting: Jernigan Rd Townhomes, 8727 Jernigan Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all five final applications on the agenda, including the ECUA Godwin Lane truck access, Rich's Car Wash, Blue Angel Plaza (both a preliminary plat and site plan), and Navy Federal Credit Union Recreational Park. The approvals were made by Acting Chairman Jennifer Hampton. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several proposed projects, including townhomes, a gas station, and convenience stores, but took no formal action on those. No substantive decisions were made on the initial review applications, which were only noted for staff internal review.

• Approved ECUA Godwin Lane Truck Access at 6722 Pine Forest Rd
• Approved Rich's Car Wash at 5825 W Nine Mile Rd
• Approved Blue Angel Plaza preliminary plat at 9500 W Hwy 98
• Approved Blue Angel Plaza site plan at 9500 W Hwy 98
• Approved Navy Federal Credit Union Recreational Park at 9045 Security Pl

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 in the record.

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 consider grant applications for $14 million in federal transit funding. Other items include public hearings for road vacations, future land use changes, and noise ordinance waivers for holiday fireworks.

• Grant applications for $14 million in Federal Transit Administration funding for buses and facilities
• Petition to vacate a portion of John Paul Jones Drive and Stoenner Lane
• Land use amendment for 9000 N. Palafox Highway from Commercial to Mixed-Use Urban
• Land use amendment for 8100 N. Palafox Highway from Industrial to Mixed-Use Urban
• Noise ordinance waivers for Independence Day fireworks at Nature Trail, Pensacola Beach, and Flora-Bama

The Board approved grant applications for $14 million in federal funding to purchase electric buses and charging equipment for the Mass Transit Department, with Commissioner Underhill voting no. The Board also approved two Future Land Use Map amendments, a road vacation, and numerous budget items, contracts, and property sales. A resolution supporting the reopening of the National Naval Aviation Museum was tabled to the June 2 meeting.

• Approved $14M FTA grant applications for electric buses and charging equipment (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-22 changing FLU category at 9000 N. Palafox Highway to Mixed-Use Urban
• Approved Ordinance 2022-23 changing FLU category at 8100 N. Palafox Highway to Mixed-Use Urban
• Approved petition to vacate portion of John Paul Jones Drive and Stoenner Lane
• Approved $3.04M RESTORE Act amendment for 11 Mile Basin - West Roberts Road Pond Project
• Approved $18.06M supplemental budget amendment for LOST III & IV projects
• Approved $198,900 contract for maintenance of 300 holding ponds
• Tabled resolution supporting reopening of National Naval Aviation Museum to June 2

Extension Council

The council will elect new officers and introduce new members. The agenda also includes a candidate interview and vote for Madelyn Godwin.

• Election of new officers
• Introduction of new council members: Linda Crews (Zone 1), Mollie Taylor (Zone 9), and James Hallman (Zone 11)
• Candidate interview and ballot vote for Madelyn Godwin

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider two conditional use requests (CU-2022-06 and CU-2022-07) to allow accessory structures in the front yards of waterfront lots at 677 and 667 Bayshore Dr. The board will also approve minutes from the April 20 meeting and handle routine procedural items.

• Case CU-2022-06: accessory structure in front yard at 677 Bayshore Dr.
• Case CU-2022-07: accessory structure in front yard at 667 Bayshore Dr.
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2022 meeting

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment approved two conditional-use requests allowing accessory structures in the front yards of waterfront lots at 677 and 667 Bayshore Dr., both requested by Gilbert Hitchcock for Caroline Properties LLC. The board also approved the meeting packet, waived the reading of the legal advertisement, and approved the April 20, 2022, meeting minutes. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved conditional use CU-2022-06 for accessory structure at 677 Bayshore Dr. (5-0)
• Approved conditional use CU-2022-07 for accessory structure at 667 Bayshore Dr. (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2022 meeting packet (5-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (5-0)
• Approved April 20, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for five development projects and holding pre-application meetings for five others. Staff will also conduct internal reviews for seven initial applications.

• Final application: Iron Rock Amenity Site, 3171 Mountain Trail
• Final application: Commanders Cove, 1300 Blk Lansing Dr
• Final application: West Fairfield Duplexes, 5006 West Fairfield Dr
• Final application: Gulf Beach Hwy Boat Storage, 12740 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Final application: Ferguson Warehouse, 8769 Ely Rd

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will meet to discuss and review recommendations for the TDT Restricted Reserve Account. The meeting also includes a request for approval of minutes from the April 27, 2022, TDC Restricted Reserves Committee meeting.

• Review of recommendations for the TDT Restricted Reserve Account
• Approval of April 27, 2022, TDC Restricted Reserves Committee minutes

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop regarding the Fire MSTU. The session includes board discussion and direction.

• Fire MSTU discussion

The Committee of the Whole workshop discussed options for funding Fire Services, including four staff-proposed options (e.g., enacting an MSTU, adjusting the MSBU) and a proposal by Commissioner Bergosh for a ½ or ¾ penny sales tax placed on the November ballot. No formal decisions were made; the board directed staff to bring back the four options plus the sales tax proposals for further discussion. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• No formal decisions made; workshop discussion only
• Directed staff to bring back four fire funding options and sales tax proposals for future discussion

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for projects on Nine Mile Rd and Mobile Hwy. The meeting also includes pre-application meetings for various commercial and residential sites across five districts.

• Final application for Fallchase at Pathstone Master Plan and Subdivision Phase 2 on Nine Mile Rd
• Final application for Blue Angel Center at Mobile Hwy & Blue Angel
• Pre-application for Reyco Office Building at 9571 Pine Cone Drive
• Pre-application for Pleasant Grove Manufactured Home Park at 10085 N. Loop Rd
• Pre-application for Gulf Beach Storage at 3804 Gulf Beach Hwy

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved three final applications: the Fallchase at Pathstone Master Plan, Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2, and the Blue Angel Center. All approvals were made by Acting Chairman Jennifer Hampton. The committee also held pre-application meetings for eight projects, including a Reyco office building and a manufactured home park, and noted two initial applications for staff review only.

• Approved Fallchase at Pathstone Master Plan (Nine Mile Rd)
• Approved Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2 (Nine Mile Rd)
• Approved Blue Angel Center (Mobile Hwy & Blue Angel)

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on shoreline and boat ramp projects. The body is also discussing the acquisition of a larger vessel for reefing and the EMAC Strategic Plan.

• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project: permit applications are the next step
• Perdido Bay Boat Ramp project status update
• Funding request for FY2023 to acquire a larger vessel to reef in Escambia County
• Discussion and updates regarding the EMAC Strategic Plan

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing funding and lien agreements for residential home improvements. The board will consider grants for roofing, electrical rewiring, and HVAC work for specific property owners.

• Residential Rehab Grant Program agreements for 5 properties, including $6,000 for 6234 Appomattox Drive and $6,000 for 403 Northwest Syrcle Drive
• Residential Roof Program agreements for 7 properties, including $11,141.83 for 1221 Santa Fe Circle and $7,980.00 for 403 Lakeview Avenue
• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Independent Auditors' Report provided by Warren Averett LLC
• Approval of the March 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

This meeting is a public forum intended for citizens to discuss matters not included on the upcoming Board of County Commissioners' agenda. Speakers are limited to three minutes per person.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order at 4:34 p.m. and adjourned at 5:34 p.m. The board heard comments from 26 individuals but took no substantive actions or votes. The minutes record no decisions, approvals, or denials.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several ordinances to amend the Future Land Use Map for parcels on North Palafox Highway. Additionally, the Board is considering final plat approvals for two residential subdivisions and a recycling facility permit.

• Land use amendment for 7722 N. Palafox Highway from Industrial to Mixed-Use Urban
• Land use amendment for 9000 N. Palafox Highway from Commercial to Mixed-Use Urban
• Land use amendment for 8100 N. Palafox Highway from Industrial to Mixed-Use Urban
• Conditional use and recycling permit for an asphalt/concrete crushing facility at 8056 N. Palafox Hwy
• Final plat approval for Bentley Oaks Unit 4 Phase 3 residential subdivision

The Board unanimously denied both the conditional use authorization and the recycling permit for an asphalt/concrete crushing facility at 8056 N. Palafox Hwy, following a quasi-judicial hearing. Two future land use map amendments (SSA-2022-05 and SSA-2022-06) were tabled for two weeks, while one amendment (SSA-2022-04) was approved. The Board also approved multiple consent agenda items, including contracts for a new fire station and various infrastructure projects.

• Denied conditional use permit for asphalt/concrete crushing facility at 8056 N. Palafox Hwy (unanimous)
• Denied recycling permit for asphalt/concrete crushing facility at 8056 N. Palafox Hwy (unanimous)
• Approved FLU map amendment SSA-2022-04 at 7722 N. Palafox Hwy from Industrial to Mixed-Use Urban (unanimous)
• Tabled FLU map amendment SSA-2022-05 at 9000 N. Palafox Hwy for two weeks (unanimous)
• Tabled FLU map amendment SSA-2022-06 at 8100 N. Palafox Hwy for two weeks (unanimous)
• Approved $8,440,000 contract for Beulah Fire Station to Emerald Coast Constructors (consent)
• Rejected all debris hauling bids, directed re-procurement in 14 days (3-1)
• Approved $2,063,937.18 contract for Pine Valley Estates roadway and drainage improvements (consent)

Contractor Competency

The Board will review contractor applications for roofing examinations and reciprocity. The agenda also includes disciplinary hearings regarding two specific roofing complaints.

• Roofing examination application: Fernando Renato Cuadros Salas
• Roofing reciprocity application: Jimmie Murphy
• Disciplinary hearing: Hunter Roberts (dba H.E Roberts, LLC) regarding 6020 Songbird Dr.
• Disciplinary hearing: Jesse W Lacoste (dba LaCoste Construction Group, LLC) regarding 1809 E Baars St.

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several site plans and subdivisions. The meeting also includes pre-application discussions for various commercial and residential expansions.

• Final application for PFHS Concession Building & Restrooms at 2500 Longleaf Drive
• Final application for Bella Rosa (38 Lots) on North Z Street
• Final application for Riverchase at Pathstone on Fallchase Blvd
• Pre-application for Chellie Road Subdivision (242 Lots) at 7900 Blk Chellie Rd
• Pre-application for WinnSupply Expansion at 3727 N. Palafox Street

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all six final applications on the agenda, including a concession building and restrooms at 2500 Longleaf Drive, a 38-lot subdivision and site plan for Bella Rosa on North Z Street, a minor subdivision for Pathstone on Nine Mile Road, a site plan for Riverchase at Pathstone on Fallchase Boulevard, and a 38-lot site plan for Whitetail Run at 9635 Bridlewood Lane. The approvals were made by Acting DRC Chairman Jennifer Hampton. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved SP 22031493PSP PFHS Concession Building & Restrooms, 2500 Longleaf Drive
• Approved PP 21125070PSD-PP Bella Rosa 38, North Z Street (38 lots)
• Approved CP 21125072PSD-CP Bella Rosa, North Z Street
• Approved MSD 18113794PSD-MSD Pathstone Minor Subdivision, Nine Mile Rd
• Approved SP 21124936PSP Riverchase at Pathstone, Fallchase Blvd
• Approved FP 22031105PSD-FP Whitetail Run, 9635 Bridlewood Lane (38 lots)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a request to change the land use designation for a 99.45-acre property to Mixed Use Suburban. The board is also reviewing an update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements for recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Case #: OSP-2022-01: Request to change 99.45 (+/-) acres at 1400 BLK N Hwy 29 and end of Hillock Rd from Conservation Neighborhood to Mixed Use Suburban (MU-S)
• Review of Ordinance adopting the 2021-2025 Update to the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements

The Planning Board voted to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners for a land use amendment changing 99.45 acres from Conservation Neighborhood to Mixed Use Suburban (MU-S), and also recommended approval of the 2021-2025 Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements update. Both recommendations passed unanimously (6-0). The board also approved the April 5, 2022 meeting minutes and accepted the meeting packet.

• Recommended approval of OSP-2022-01 rezoning 99.45 acres to MU-S (6-0)
• Recommended approval of 2021-2025 Capital Improvements Schedule update (6-0)
• Approved April 5, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (5-0)

Tourist Development Council

The Escambia County Tourist Development Council will meet to discuss and review recommendations regarding the TDT Restricted Reserve Account. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 30th TDC Restricted Reserves Committee meeting.

• Review of recommendations for the TDT Restricted Reserve Account
• Approval of March 30th TDC Restricted Reserves Committee minutes

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several final site plan applications and conducting pre-application meetings. The agenda also includes a list of initial applications currently undergoing internal staff review.

• Final application: Allen Turner Genesis, 6000 Pensacola Blvd
• Final application: Perdido Bay Helipad & Building Addition, 9400 W Highway 98
• Final application: Permanent Expanded Office Space, 1681 Success Dr
• Final application: Penske, 8781 Ely Rd
• Final application: Irby Office Warehouse, 3170 Copter Rd

The Development Review Committee approved all final applications except four Pathstone-related items, which were tabled. The approved projects include Allen Turner Genesis, Perdido Bay Helipad, Permanent Expanded Office Space, Penske, Irby Office Warehouse, and Magnolia RV Park Revision. Pre-application meetings and initial staff reviews were also held.

• Approved Allen Turner Genesis site plan (D3)
• Approved Perdido Bay Helipad & Building Addition (D1)
• Approved Permanent Expanded Office Space (D5)
• Approved Penske site plan (D4)
• Approved Irby Office Warehouse (D4)
• Approved Magnolia RV Park Revision (D5)
• Tabled Pathstone Minor Subdivision, Fallchase at Pathstone Master Plan, Fallchase at Pathstone Subdivision Phase 2, and Riverchase at Pathstone

Board of County Commissioners

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public speaker sign-ups. No specific policy items, contracts, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a public hearing regarding an EDATE referendum for renewing economic development tax exemptions. Additional items include the approval of a final plat for the Kaheeley Ridge Phase 1 residential subdivision and various contract awards for housing rehabilitation.

• Public Hearing: EDATE Referendum and Renewal Ordinance
• Kaheeley Ridge Phase 1 Final Plat (66-lot single family residential subdivision)
• CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Services for 510 Frisco Road ($42,618)
• SHIP Housing Rehabilitation Services for 1124 Webster Drive ($31,700)
• Tourist Development Tax collections: $943,959 received in March 2022

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two conditional use cases. These include a request for a retail building larger than 6,000 square feet at US Hwy 29 and SR 196, and a request for a borrow pit near residential use at 5595 Highway 95A.

• Case CU-2022-05: Retail building over 6,000 square feet at US Hwy 29 and SR 196
• Case CU-2022-04: Borrow pit within 1000 feet of residential use at 5595 Highway 95A

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for industrial and subdivision projects. It is also holding pre-application meetings for vehicle storage, cottage homes, and a food truck park.

• Final application for Tisdale Industrial Minor at 140 Industrial Blvd
• Final application for Nautical Landing Subdivision at 6000 Blk Millview Rd
• Pre-application for Dog Track Vehicle Storage at 1530 Dog Track Rd
• Pre-application for Jaffee Cottage Homes at 10521 Lillian Hwy
• Pre-application for Food Truck Park at 4035 Pine Forest Rd

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to receive presentations and provide direction on four specific topics. The meeting consists of discussions and requests for board direction rather than final votes.

• Broadband/Magellan presentation by Bart Siders
• Medical Malpractice Liability Insurance discussion with Mark Bartlett
• Homeless discussion with Wesley Moreno
• America's Cup Training Initiative presentation by Collier Merrill and Tom Pace

The Committee of the Whole held a workshop with presentations and discussions on four topics: a county-wide fiber optic broadband plan, medical malpractice liability insurance, homelessness strategy, and an America's Cup training initiative. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the board provided no direction on any item.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to consider final applications for several subdivisions, including Bentley Oak, Emerald Heights, and Brookhaven, and to hold pre-application meetings for projects like a nail salon and townhomes. Initial review applications will be handled internally without a public meeting. The agenda is mostly routine development approvals.

• Final plat for Bentley Oak Unit 4 Phase 3, 1700 block State Dr
• Final plat and construction plan for Emerald Heights Subdivision, 38 lots on Halcyon Circle
• Final plat and construction plan for Brookhaven Phase 3, 150 lots on Hwy 97
• Pre-application for Dogwood Drive Townhomes on Dogwood Dr
• Initial review for Cook Out Restaurant at 1735 E. Nine Mile Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all seven final applications on the agenda, including subdivisions, a staging lot, and pre-application meetings were held for several projects. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved Bentley Oak Unit 4 Phase 3 final plat (D5)
• Approved Emerald Heights Subdivision preliminary plat (D1)
• Approved Emerald Heights Subdivision construction plan (D1)
• Approved Brookhaven Phase 3 preliminary plat (D5)
• Approved Brookhaven Phase 3 construction plan (D5)
• Approved H & H Staging Lot special permit (D3)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to review the status of available funds and receive updates on the TDC Restricted Reserves. The body will also discuss the Pensacola Bay Center, Visit Pensacola, and the America's Cup.

• Status of available funds
• Pensacola Bay Center/Visit Pensacola discussion regarding Sun Belt Conference
• TDC Restricted Reserves Committee update
• America's Cup discussion
• Budget Workshop scheduled for May 17, 2022

Marine Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing a $60,000 grant request for artificial reef construction. Members are also receiving updates on the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project and the Comprehensive Waterway Management Plan.

• $60,000 funding request for FWC Artificial Reef Construction Grant RFP
• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project permit application update
• Comprehensive Waterway Management Plan development
• FY2023 Annual Budget funding request for a larger reef vessel

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.

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

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land use and zoning changes, including a residential subdivision plat and street lighting for the Meadows Subdivision. The meeting also includes a review of an investment portfolio valued at $453,156,194 and various public proclamations.

• Lien relief request for 2218 East Olive Road involving a $108,250 payment
• Petition to vacate a portion of Silver Ridge Subdivision Plat in District 5
• Meadows Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU Ordinance and contract with Florida Power and Light
• Rezoning Case Z-2022-04 for 9851 Guidy Lane and 9000 BLK Guidy Lane
• McKenzie Ridge Phase 1 final plat permit for a 16-lot residential subdivision

The Board approved a $1,338,680.97 contract with Panhandle Grading & Paving for the Perdido Key Drive at Johnson Beach Road Roundabout Project, funded partly by $500,000 from District 2 discretionary funds (4-1). It also accepted the Magellan Advisors Broadband Business and Funding Plan, allocating $10 million for a northern county RFP and requesting fiber-to-home (4-1). Numerous consent agenda items were approved, including a $3.02M landfill geosynthetics contract and a $497,717 insurance policy for the new jail.

• Approved $1.34M Perdido Key roundabout contract (4-1)
• Accepted broadband plan, allocated $10M for northern RFP (4-1)
• Approved $3.02M Perdido Landfill geosynthetics contract
• Approved $497,717 insurance for new jail
• Approved $162,952 Stryker AED/monitor service contract
• Approved $2.16M Lake Charlene drainage modification
• Approved $62.5M Kinneret Apartments bond resolution
• Approved $5,000 settlement in Jankowski v. Escambia County (4-0)

Contractor Competency

The Board will review several contractor examination applications and a status report regarding a board member's role change. The meeting includes the approval of previous minutes from March 2, 2022.

• Matthew Bacchier request to step down from General to Residential
• Matthew Caldwell application for Business and Law examination
• John Logan application for Residential Contractor examination
• Kevin Sykes application for Roofing examination
• Williams Wingate application for Air Conditioning "A" examination

Development Review Committee

The committee will review final applications and conduct pre-application meetings for various development projects. Staff internal reviews are also scheduled for several initial applications.

• Final application: Madison Shores Apartments, 7045 Pine Forest Rd
• Final application: Bentley Oak Unit 4 Phase 3, 1700 Blk Slate Dr
• Final application: Osceola Maintenance Building, 300 Tonawanda Dr
• Final application: Scooter's Coffee, 6800 N. Pensacola Blvd
• Final application: Kaheeley Ridge Phase 1, 11975 Beulah Rd (66 Lots)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings to review three Small Scale Amendments to the Future Land Use Map. The board will also review the 2020/2021 Comprehensive Plan Annual Report for recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Public hearing for Future Land Use Map amendment SSA-2022-04
• Public hearing for Future Land Use Map amendment SSA-2022-05
• Public hearing for Future Land Use Map amendment SSA-2022-06
• Review of the 2020/2021 Comprehensive Plan Annual Report

The Escambia County Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of three Small Scale Future Land Use Map amendments (SSA-2022-04, SSA-2022-05, SSA-2022-06) to the Board of County Commissioners. The board also recommended approval of the 2020/2021 Comprehensive Plan Annual Report. All votes were 7-0. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of minutes and the meeting packet.

• Recommended approval of SSA-2022-04 to BCC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SSA-2022-05 to BCC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SSA-2022-06 to BCC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of 2020/2021 Comprehensive Plan Annual Report to BCC (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 1, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (7-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (7-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for a mini-storage facility and the Bellview Pointe subdivision. The meeting also includes pre-application discussions for several residential and commercial projects.

• Final application: Gulf Beach Highway Mini-Storage at 5598 Laca Ave
• Final application: Bellview Pointe Subdivision, End of Forest Pines Dr (62 lots)
• Pre-application: Scooter's Coffee at 13114 Sorrento Rd
• Pre-application: Mills Ave Townhomes, 3800 Blk Mills Ave (24 lots)
• Pre-application: Watermark Residential at 5251 W. Nine Mile Rd

Tourist Development Council

The committee will meet to discuss recommendations for the TDT Restricted Reserve Account. The agenda also includes a request for approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of recommendations for the TDT Restricted Reserve Account
• Approval of March 15th TDC Restricted Reserves Committee minutes

Board of County Commissioners

This meeting is a public forum intended for matters not included on the upcoming Board of County Commissioners' agenda. Citizens may address the body provided they sign up and adhere to time limits.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing infrastructure projects, including the Eightmile Creek Bridge replacement and a new residential subdivision. The body is also considering tax exemptions for an economic development prospect and various interlocal agreements.

• Approval of final plat for Birch Run, a 55-lot residential subdivision in Beulah
• FDOT agreement for replacement of Eightmile Creek Bridge on Interstate Circle
• Resolution for a 10-year Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Project PIONEER
• Scheduling of a public hearing for the Meadows Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU on April 7, 2022
• Lien relief request for property located at 215 Ehrmann Street

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several development projects. The agenda also includes pre-application meetings for various subdivisions and businesses.

• Dollar General at 7100 Highway 97
• Wildwood Estates MP on S Hwy 97
• McKenzie Ridge Phase 1 at 901 W Kingsfield Rd (16 Lots)
• Kaheeley Ridge Phase 1 at 11975 Beulah Rd (66 Lots)
• World Gym, US 29 North

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved three final development applications: Dollar General at 7100 Highway 97, Wildwood Estates on S Hwy 97, and McKenzie Ridge Phase 1 (16 lots) at 901 W Kingsfield Rd. The committee tabled Kaheeley Ridge Phase 1 (66 lots) at 11975 Beulah Rd. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Dollar General at 7100 Highway 97
• Approved Wildwood Estates MP on S Hwy 97
• Approved McKenzie Ridge Phase 1 (16 lots) at 901 W Kingsfield Rd
• Tabled Kaheeley Ridge Phase 1 (66 lots) at 11975 Beulah Rd

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment will review two land-use cases. The board is deciding on a setback variance for a porch and a request regarding a borrow pit location.

• Case V-2022-01: Front setback variance for an enclosed porch at 120 NW Baublits Dr
• Case CU-2022-04: Request to allow a borrow pit within 1000 feet of a residential use at 5595 Highway 95A

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for subdivisions and minor site developments. The meeting also includes pre-application sessions for various warehouses, townhomes, and commercial projects.

• Final application for Pine Top Subdivision, 1000 Blk Pine Top Rd
• Final application for Hammocks Subdivision, 6700 Hurst Hammock Rd
• Final application for Marseille Road Minor SD, 4619 Marseille Dr
• Pre-application for Kingsport Townhomes, 2500 Blk Kingsport Ave
• Pre-application for The Mark of Olive Rd, 2215 Fairburn St

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review Escambia County Fund 108 and the percentage breakdown of the local bed tax. The meeting also includes updates on neighboring counties' reserve accounts and initial recommendations for TDT restrictions.

• Explanation of Escambia County Fund 108
• Explanation of Escambia County Bed Tax breakdown by percentages
• Update on Neighboring Counties Reserve Accounts
• Initial Recommendations of TDT Restrictions

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on waterway management and shoreline projects. The body is reviewing a draft ordinance to establish a vessel exclusion zone and swim area at Innerarity Point Park.

• Review of draft ordinance for Innerarity Point Park Vessel Exclusion Zone
• Update on Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project permit applications
• Update on the Comprehensive Waterway Management Plan
• Status of the Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF) implementation
• Funding request for FY2023 to acquire a larger vessel for reefing

Committee of the Whole Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the jail. Wesley J. Moreno is scheduled to lead a 90-minute discussion to provide direction to the Board.

• Jail discussion led by Wesley J. Moreno

The Committee of the Whole discussed jail conditions and strategy, with staff outlining plans to vacate the old jail, harden the Fairfield Drive annex, and move inmates. The board expressed majority support for building a new jail wing and tearing down the old jail, and directed staff to proceed with short-term moves, an RFP for design, and bonding for phase two. No formal decisions were made, as this was a workshop; the board requested an analysis of options for remaining inmates for the next regular meeting.

• Supported staff moving forward with short-term inmate relocation plans
• Supported issuing RFP for consultant to design hardening of Fairfield Drive annex
• Supported bonding money for phase two of the new jail
• Requested analysis and options for housing inmates in old jail for next regular meeting

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for two site plans and conducting pre-application meetings for six projects. Staff will also perform internal reviews for 12 initial applications.

• Final application for Eden Garden Nursery, 4959 Mobile Hwy
• Final application for Pine Forest Self Storage, 7859 Pine Forest Rd
• Pre-application for Chemstrand Apartments, 9701 Chemstrand Rd
• Pre-application for Wilde Lake Hotel, 2700 Wilde Lake Blvd
• Pre-application for Lavelle Way Hotel, 8061 Lavelle Way

The Development Review Committee approved two final site plans: Eden Garden Nursery at 4959 Mobile Hwy and Pine Forest Self Storage at 7859 Pine Forest Rd. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six projects and reviewed initial applications for staff review only. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Eden Garden Nursery site plan (2202777PSP)
• Approved Pine Forest Self Storage site plan (2202881PSP)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing several funding and lien agreements for residential programs. These include grants for residential rehab, residential roofs, and hurricane loss mitigation.

• Two Residential Rehab Grant Program roofing agreements: $5,500 for 200 Oak Avenue and $5,492 for 302 Southeast Kalash Road
• Four Residential Roof Program agreements: $16,005 at 3026 W. Blount Street, $13,595 at 2600 W. Lloyd Street, $13,765 at 2504 W. Brainard (Brainerd) Street, and $7,000 at 820 Booker Avenue
• Three Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program agreements for roof, shutters, and doors: $17,175 at 7830 Amberidge Road, $18,355 at 1225 Rule Street, and $22,695 at 30 Norwood Drive
• Approval of the January 6, 2022, CRA meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

This meeting is a public forum intended for citizens to discuss matters not included on the upcoming Board of County Commissioners' agenda. Speakers are limited to three minutes per person.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was convened and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board heard comments from 21 individuals but took no official action.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several public hearings regarding land use amendments and a right-of-way vacation. Other items include an ordinance for annual vessel registration fees and the creation of a street lighting benefit unit.

• Petition to vacate Pace Parkway (Scale House Road) off Highway 29
• Ordinance establishing an Annual Vessel Registration Fee
• Embers Ridge Subdivision Street Lighting MSBU Ordinance
• Future Land Use Map amendments for Giese Lane and Pensacola Blvd
• Amendment to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program Policies and Procedures

The Board approved a $2,742,582 budget amendment for the Beach Haven Northeast Drainage and Sanitary Sewer Project, Phase II, reallocating $2.5M from LOST IV District 2 discretionary funds and recognizing $242,582 from ECUA. The Board also approved several land use map amendments, a new annual vessel registration fee, and a $140,000 settlement in a lawsuit. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $2,742,582 budget amendment for Beach Haven Northeast Drainage and Sanitary Sewer Project, Phase II (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-11 establishing annual vessel registration fee (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-14 changing FLU category on Giese Lane parcels from Commercial to Mixed-Use Urban (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-15 changing FLU category on Pensacola Blvd. parcel from Commercial to Mixed-Use Urban (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-16 amending Mid-West Escambia County Optional Sector Plan FLU map (unanimous)
• Approved $140,000 settlement in Kimberly Downs v. Escambia County (unanimous)
• Approved $604,401 for replacement of two digital displays at Pensacola Bay Center (unanimous)
• Approved $291,900 contract to JRM Construction Group for Pensacola Beach Park rehabilitations (unanimous)

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Competency Board is meeting to review a contractor application and conduct hearings. The board will determine probable cause for eight complaints and hold one disciplinary hearing.

• Examination application for Jason Nelson (Master Plumber w/ Gas)
• Probable cause hearing for David C Poole (DC Poole Custom Homes of Florida, LLC)
• Probable cause hearing for Hunter Roberts (H.E Roberts Roofing, LLC)
• Probable cause hearings for Matthew S Banks (Banks Construction, LLC) regarding four separate complaints
• Disciplinary hearing for Timothy R Sanders

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for three developments and holding pre-application meetings for five new projects. Staff will also conduct internal reviews for several additional subdivisions and commercial sites.

• Final application for Davis Run, 9106 Gulf Beach Hwy (40 Lots)
• Final application for Brich Run, 9809 rebel Rd (55 Lots)
• Final application for Aero Spaces Housing Multi Family, 3001 Langley Ave
• Pre-application for The Magnolia's RV Resort, 200 Neal Rd
• Internal review for Sparkleberry Solar Energy Center

The Development Review Committee approved three final applications: Davis Run (40 lots), Birch Run (55 lots), and Aero Spaces Housing Multi Family. Five pre-application meetings were held for future projects, and eight initial applications were noted for staff internal review only, with no public meeting.

• Approved Davis Run, 9106 Gulf Beach Hwy, 40 lots
• Approved Birch Run, 9809 Rebel Rd, 55 lots
• Approved Aero Spaces Housing Multi Family, 3001 Langley Ave

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review a rezoning request. The board will decide whether to change the zoning designation for two parcels on Guidy Ln.

• Case No. Z-2022-04: Request to rezone 0.43 (+/-) acre at 9851 Guidy Ln and 9000 BLK Guidy Ln from Medium Density Residential (10 du/acre) to High Density Mixed-Use (25 du/acre)

The Planning Board voted 6-0 to recommend approval of rezoning case Z-2022-04 to the Board of County Commissioners. The request would change 0.43 acres at 9851 Guidy Ln and 9000 BLK Guidy Ln from MDR (Medium Density Residential, 10 du/acre) to HDMU (High Density Mixed-Use, 25 du/acre). The board also approved the February 1, 2022 minutes and accepted the meeting packet.

• Recommended approval of rezoning Z-2022-04 (MDR to HDMU) to BCC (6-0)
• Approved February 1, 2022 rezoning minutes (6-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (6-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and a monthly action report. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend the Future Land Use Map via SSA-2022-03.

• Public Hearing for Small Scale Amendment SSA-2022-03 to amend the Future Land Use Map
• Review of February 1, 2022, meeting minutes
• Planning Board Monthly Action Follow-up Report for February 2022

The Escambia County Planning Board held its regular meeting on March 1, 2022, and took action on several routine items. The board unanimously recommended approval of a small-scale Future Land Use Map amendment (SSA-2022-03) to the Board of County Commissioners. It also approved the February 1, 2022 meeting minutes, waived the reading of the legal advertisement, and accepted the meeting packet, all by 6-0 votes.

• Recommended approval of FLU Map amendment SSA-2022-03 to BCC (6-0)
• Approved minutes of February 1, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (6-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (6-0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing several final project applications for development. The meeting also includes scheduled pre-application meetings for various residential and commercial projects.

• Final application: Pump and Process Warehouse, 370 W Burgess Rd
• Final application: Birch Run, 9809 Rebel Rd (55 Lots)
• Final application: Brown Property Improvements, 9720 Davis Highway
• Final application: Pensacola Big Game Fishing, 10413 Gulf Beach Hwy AIPD-2
• Final application: Caminitti Lane Duplexes, 8431 Caminitti Lane

Extension Council

The council will conduct a regular meeting including the election of new officers and approval of previous minutes. The agenda also includes the introduction of new council members for Zones 1, 9, and 11.

• Election of New Officers
• Approval of Minutes From March 11, 2021, Meeting
• Introduction of New Council Members: Linda Crews (Zone 1), Mollie Taylor (Zone 9), and James Hallman (Zone 11)

Value Adjustment Board

The Board will review recommended decisions from Special Magistrates regarding petitions for the 2021 Tax Year. Members will also elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman for the 2022 Tax Year.

• Review of Special Magistrate recommended decisions for 2021 Tax Year petitions
• Action on Petition 2021-00049
• Approval of August 9, 2021, organizational meeting minutes
• Election of 2022 Tax Year Chairman and Vice Chairman

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 Escambia County Board of County Commissioners held a Gary Sansing Public Forum on February 17, 2022, at 8:37 a.m. The board heard comments from seven individuals but took no votes or formal actions. The forum was adjourned at 9:01 a.m.

• No decisions were made; the meeting was a public comment forum only.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to decide on subdivision plats, public safety contracts, and various infrastructure grants. The session includes appointments to the CareerSource Escarosa Board and approvals for landscaping and lighting projects.

• Approval of final plat and street names for Iron Rock, a 290-lot residential subdivision in Cantonment
• Zero-cost lease agreement with Pete Moore Chevrolet, Inc. for two 2022 Chevrolet Colorado trucks for Pensacola Beach Public Safety
• Contract with Florida Power and Light for $282,270 for Fort Pickens Road Wildlife Lighting Retrofit Project
• US Department of the Interior grant of $462,000 for the Fort Pickens Road Wildlife Lighting Retrofit Project
• Purchase order of $57,359.28 to The Four C's Landscaping Services, Inc. for CRA landscape maintenance

The Board approved the purchase of 33 emergency/standby generators for county facilities, fire stations, and drainage pump stations using American Rescue Plan Act funds, totaling $3,304,808.23. The Board also approved a $892,000 contract for LED field lights at two sports complexes and a $282,270 contract with Florida Power and Light for wildlife-friendly lighting on Fort Pickens Road. Additionally, the Board directed the County Attorney to draft an ordinance to renew the Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption (EDATE) for the November 2022 ballot.

• Approved purchase of 33 generators for county facilities, fire stations, and drainage pump stations for $3,304,808.23 using ARPA funds.
• Awarded $892,000 purchase order to MUSCO Sports Lighting for LED field lights at Ashton Brosnaham and Southwest Sports Complexes.
• Approved $282,270 contract with Florida Power and Light for wildlife-friendly lighting fixtures on Fort Pickens Road.
• Accepted $462,000 NRDA grant for Fort Pickens Road wildlife lighting retrofit and approved $504,000 supplemental budget.
• Approved $230,840 contract with Gulf Marine Construction for Hurricane Sally repairs, Group 2, at Pensacola Beach.
• Approved $223,900 contract with Clearcreek Coatings for Pensacola Beach water tank inspection, repair, and repainting.
• Approved $252,763.75 change order for Bellview Library Conversion/Addition, bringing new contract total to $4,516,345.78.
• Directed County Attorney to draft an ordinance to renew the Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption (EDATE) for the November General Election ballot.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two conditional use cases. These include a request for a self-storage facility with boat and RV storage at 117 Pace Pkwy and a request for townhouses at 7900 BLK Chellie Rd.

• Self-storage and boat/RV storage at 117 Pace Pkwy (Case No. CU-2022-02)
• Townhouse development at 7900 BLK Chellie Rd (Case No. CU-2022-03)

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use for a self-storage facility with boat and RV storage at 117 Pace Pkwy (5-0). A request for townhouses at 7900 BLK Chellie Rd was denied after a 2-2 tie vote, with one member recused. The board also approved the meeting packet, waived the reading of the legal advertisement, and accepted the January 19, 2022 minutes.

• Approved conditional use for self-storage facility at 117 Pace Pkwy (5-0)
• Denied conditional use for townhouses at 7900 BLK Chellie Rd (2-2 tie, motion dropped)
• Approved meeting packet (5-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (5-0)
• Approved January 19, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications and conducting pre-application meetings for various land development projects. These items include residential subdivisions, apartment complexes, and commercial reuse projects across several districts.

• Final application: Pensacola RV Park Phase 4 at 3121 Wilde Lake Blvd
• Pre-application: AGL Subdivision at 6800 Blk Addie Gant Ln
• Pre-application: South Gulf Beach Apartments at 12950 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Pre-application: Commerce Park Existing Building Reuse at 5301 Commerce Park
• Pre-application: Sorrento Pines SD at 9900 Blk Sorrento Rd (76 lots)

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved the final application for Pensacola RV Park Phase 4 at 3121 Wilde Lake Blvd. The meeting also included pre-application meetings for several proposed subdivisions and other projects, and initial review applications were noted for staff internal review only, with no public meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Pensacola RV Park Phase 4 (21104231PSP) at 3121 Wilde Lake Blvd

Electrical Examiner

The Board will review the January 18, 2022, minutes and a Secretary Status Report regarding a complaint involving Eagle Electric of Pensacola, Inc. The meeting also includes applications for Master Electrician examinations.

• Secretary Status Report: James Danley - dba Eagle Electric of Pensacola, Inc. (Complaint No: 211070COM)
• Examination Application: Clifford Jonathan Bell (Master Electrician)
• Examination Application: Jonathan Barrett Zlab (Master Electrician)

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 discussing a proposed resolution to designate a swim area and vessel exclusion zone at Innerarity Point Park.

• Discussion of Innerarity Point Park Vessel Exclusion Zone ordinance
• Update on 60% plans for Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project
• Draft Ordinance for Comprehensive Water Way Management
• Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF) public hearing scheduled for March 3, 2022
• Resolution request to FWC regarding Marine Turtle permit changes for nest relocations

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review rezoning cases for properties on W Nine Mile Road and Lillian Highway. The body is also considering the final plats for three residential subdivisions: Admiral’s Quarters Phase Three, Sabal Place, and Iron Rock. Additionally, the Board will review an ordinance regarding home-based businesses.

• Rezoning 6030 W Nine Mile Road from Low Density Residential to Commercial
• Rezoning 113533 Lillian Highway from Low Density Residential to Low Density Mixed-use
• Final plat approval for Admiral’s Quarters Phase Three (88-lot townhouse subdivision)
• Final plat approval for Sabal Place (47-lot single family subdivision)
• Final plat approval for Iron Rock (290-lot private residential subdivision)

The Board approved two rezoning cases: Z-2022-02 (6030 W Nine Mile Road, from LDR to Commercial) and Z-2021-09 (113533 Lillian Highway, from LDR to LDMU), and adopted the corresponding ordinances (2022-8 and 2022-9). The Board also adopted Ordinance 2022-10 amending the Land Development Code to permit home-based businesses as accessory uses. Additionally, the Board approved final plats for three subdivisions, authorized $2.5 million in ARP funds for the Perdido Bay Boat Ramp, and approved a $522,883.84 workers' compensation settlement for a former deputy sheriff.

• Approved rezoning Z-2022-02 at 6030 W Nine Mile Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Z-2021-09 at 113533 Lillian Highway (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinances 2022-8 and 2022-9 for the rezoning cases (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-10 for home-based business accessory uses (unanimous)
• Approved final plats for Admiral's Quarters Phase Three, Sabal Place, and Iron Rock subdivisions (unanimous)
• Authorized $2.5M in ARP funds for Perdido Bay Boat Ramp construction (unanimous)
• Approved $522,883.84 workers' comp settlement for former deputy Michael Mayne (unanimous)
• Approved $3,438,000 liquidated damages assessment for correctional facility; no action taken, deferred to attorney-client session

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 comments from four speakers. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for two projects and holding pre-application meetings for four others. Several additional projects are undergoing internal staff review only.

• Final application for St John Apartments Phase 1 at 110 St John St
• Final application for Best Price Digital Lab Warehouse at 2013 Younge Street
• Pre-application meeting for Men's Barn Meeting at 5800 Pilgrim Trail
• Pre-application meeting for R & R Vending, Inc at 9400 Blk Bowman Ave
• Pre-application meeting for Gypsy Revenge Garage at 500 Blk Petros Cir

The Development Review Committee approved two final applications: the PCC 110 St John Apartments Phase 1 at 110 St John St and the Best Price Digital Lab Warehouse at 2013 Younge St. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were pre-application meetings or initial staff reviews with no public meeting.

• Approved PCC 110 St John Apartments Phase 1, 110 St John St
• Approved Best Price Digital Lab Warehouse, 2013 Younge St

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review the status of available funds and receive updates from the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting includes reports from the Pensacola Bay Center and several outside agencies including Visit Pensacola and Pensacola Sports.

• Review and approval of December 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Status of funds report from the Clerk of the Court
• Update from the Pensacola Bay Center
• Reports from Visit Pensacola, Pensacola Sports, and ACE
• Reports from the African American Heritage Society and National Aviation Foundation

The Tourist Development Council meeting was largely informational, with no substantive decisions made. Members heard reports on tourist development tax funds, marine resources, the Pensacola Bay Center, and outside agencies. The council approved the prior meeting's minutes and discussed potential budget adjustments, but took no formal action on funding allocations.

• Approved minutes from December 14, 2021 TDC meeting (motion passed)

Contractor Competency

The Escambia County Contractor Competency Board will hold a regular meeting to address contractor complaints, license applications, and a request to change license classification. The board will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and hear public comments.

• Complaint against Cyrus Shams (Sea Shell Construction Group) regarding work at 6761 Bellview Pines Rd.
• Request by Robert Cornelius to step down from general to residential contractor
• Examination applications from Toban Tyler, Richard Vinson, and Philip Camarda
• Probable cause hearings for Charles M. Kelson IV (Kelson Plumbing) and Timothy R. Sanders

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will hold a regular meeting to review final development applications, including a 47-lot subdivision, a church, a convenience store, and apartment projects. They will also hold pre-application meetings for several proposed developments, including a 1,086-lot subdivision. Initial review applications are for staff internal review only, with no public meeting.

• Final: Sabal Place, 7815 Sabra Dr, 47 lots (Community Redevelopment Area)
• Final: Brentwood Assembly of God, 2504 Copter Rd
• Final: Cefco Convenience Store, 2840 W. Michigan Ave
• Pre-app: Wildwood Estates, S Highway 97, 1,086 lots
• Pre-app: Kingsport Subdivision Phase 1 & 2, 2404 & 2500 Blk Kingsport Ave, 32 & 29 lots

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved six final development applications, including a church, a convenience store, a 47-lot subdivision, and two apartment projects. The committee also held pre-application meetings for several proposed developments and noted that initial review comments for pending projects would be available Thursday.

• Approved Brentwood Assembly of God site plan (220187PSP)
• Approved Krystal Key Revision site plan (21125256PSP)
• Approved Cefco Convenience Store site plan (21104219PSP)
• Approved Sabal Place final plat, 47 lots (21104332PSD-FP)
• Approved Avalon Apartments parking addition site plan (2201101PSP)
• Approved Hwy 98 Apartments site plan (21114659PSP)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding public hearings to review and recommend ordinances for the Board of County Commissioners. These include a large-scale amendment and two small-scale amendments to the Future Land Use Map.

• LSA-2022-02: Proposed change of 376.61 (+/-) acres from Agriculture (AG) to Agriculture Residential (AR)
• SSA-2022-01: Small Scale Amendment to the Future Land Use Map
• SSA-2022-02: Small Scale Amendment to the Future Land Use Map

The Escambia County Planning Board denied a request to change the Future Land Use designation of 376.61 acres from Agriculture (AG) to Agriculture Residential (AR) (LSA-2022-02), voting 2-4 against recommending approval to the Board of County Commissioners. The board then voted 6-0 to grant a continuance of the item to the April meeting. The board also recommended approval of two Small Scale Future Land Use Map amendments (SSA-2022-01 and SSA-2022-02) to the BCC, both by 7-0 votes. All other actions were procedural, including approval of minutes and meeting packet.

• Denied recommendation for FLU change LSA-2022-02 (AG to AR, 376.61 acres) (2-4)
• Granted continuance of LSA-2022-02 to April meeting (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SSA-2022-01 to BCC (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SSA-2022-02 to BCC (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved meeting packet (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a rezoning case involving multiple parcels on the 7400 and 7500 blocks of Gibson Road. The proposal seeks to change the land use from Agricultural district to Rural Residential district.

• Rezoning Case Z-2022-03: 7400 Blk Gibson Rd, 7500 Blk Gibson Rd, and 34-3N-32-1201-000-000
• Change from Agricultural district (1 du/ 20 acre) to Rural Residential district (1 du/ 4 acre)

The Escambia County Planning Board held a rezoning meeting on February 1, 2022, and approved routine items including waiving the reading of the legal advertisement, approving the January 4, 2022 minutes, and accepting the meeting packet. The only public hearing item, a request to rezone properties on Gibson Road from Agricultural to Rural Residential, was continued to the April meeting. No substantive decisions on the rezoning were made.

• Waived reading of legal advertisement (7-0)
• Approved January 4, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (7-0)
• Granted continuance for Z-2022-03 Gibson Rd rezoning to April meeting (6-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing a final application for Pop's Park and conducting pre-application meetings for five projects. Staff will also perform internal reviews for five additional development applications.

• Final application for Pop's Park at 148 Sugarberry Rd
• Pre-application for Mobile Hwy Restaurant at 5190 Mobile Hwy
• Pre-application for Nuovo Reef at 13595 Perdido Key
• Pre-application for McVoy Towhhomes at 3375 Hwy 97 South
• Internal review for Meadow Brook Village at 8825 Chisholm Rd (66 Lots)

The Development Review Committee approved the final site plan for Pop's Park at 148 Sugarberry Rd. The meeting also included pre-application meetings for several projects and initial review applications for staff internal review only, with no public meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved final site plan for Pop's Park, 148 Sugarberry Rd (D4)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to discuss the Escambia County Marketing Fund Reserve Account. The committee will also review the reserve marketing funds of neighboring counties.

• Escambia County Marketing Fund Reserve Account
• Discussion of neighboring counties reserve marketing funds

Board of Adjustment

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review one specific land-use case. The board will consider a request regarding alcohol consumption limits near a place of worship.

• Case No. CU-2022-01: Request to allow on premise alcohol consumption within 1000 feet of a place of worship at 5950 W Nine Mile Rd

The Escambia County Board of Adjustment denied a conditional use request to allow on-premise alcohol consumption within 1000 feet of a place of worship at 5950 W Nine Mile Rd. The denial was based on criteria d, f, and i, with a 3-2 vote. The board also approved the meeting packet, waived the reading of the legal advertisement, and accepted the December 15, 2021 minutes.

• Denied conditional use CU-2022-01 for alcohol consumption near church (3-2)
• Approved January 19, 2022 BOA meeting packet (5-0)
• Waived reading of legal advertisement (5-0)
• Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several projects. The agenda also includes pre-application meetings for various developments and a list of initial applications currently under staff internal review.

• Jellyfish Bar Parking Lot Expansion, 1300 Blk Perdido Key Drive
• Beulah Fire Station, 6400 W Nine Mile Rd
• Gulf Beach Self Storage, 8939 Gulf Beach Hwy
• Fairchild Townhomes, 1300 Blk Fairchild Street
• Serenity Acres RV Park, 7085 Mobile Hwy

The Development Review Committee approved three final site plan applications: the Jellyfish Bar Parking Lot Expansion, the Beulah Fire Station, and the Gulf Beach Self Storage. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six proposed projects and noted that initial review comments for several projects would be available Thursday.

• Approved Jellyfish Bar Parking Lot Expansion, 1300 Blk Perdido Key Drive
• Approved Beulah Fire Station, 6400 W Nine Mile Rd
• Approved Gulf Beach Self Storage, 8939 Gulf Beach Hwy

Board of County Commissioners

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for the call to order and public speaker guidelines. No substantive legislative items or decisions are listed in the text.

The Gary Sansing Public Forum was called to order at 8:34 a.m. and adjourned at 8:41 a.m. Two individuals, Shirley Tilney and Daryn Flanders, addressed the Board. No substantive decisions or votes were taken during this procedural meeting.

Electrical Examiner

The Board will review status reports regarding electrical contractor complaints and process applications for electrical examinations. The agenda includes a public forum and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Complaint: James Hughes Jr - dba DTR Electric SE, LLC (1434 Lemhurst Rd.)
• Complaint: James Danley - dba Eagle Electric of Pensacola, Inc. (8244 Ridgefield Rd.)
• Master Electrician examination application: Kody J. Corduan
• Master Electrician examination application: Rashaud Stanton
• Journeyman Electrician examination application: Jeffrey L. Armstrong

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing final plat permits for two residential subdivisions and requests for code enforcement lien relief. The body is also considering license and management agreements for county-owned community centers with non-profit organizations.

• Jennings Place, Phase Two: 130-lot residential subdivision in Beulah Community
• Iron Rock: 290-lot private residential subdivision in Cantonment Community
• Lien relief requests for properties at 35 Carver Drive and 2408 W. Lakeview Avenue
• Temporary concrete crushing permit for 128 Airport Blvd
• November 2021 Tourist Development Tax collections totaling $1,016,891

The Board approved a $5,699,392.81 contract with Roads Inc. of NWF for the FY 2021-2022 Resurfacing Project, funded by LOST IV. It also approved a $1,124,963.25 allocation from COVID Escambia Fund for accessibility improvements at Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key parks. Additionally, the Board approved a $22,500 purchase order to GovHR USA for a county administrator search, and authorized a $15,000 settlement in a lawsuit. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Underhill absent.

• Approved $5.7M FY 2021-2022 Resurfacing Project contract with Roads Inc. of NWF (4-0)
• Approved $1,124,963.25 for beach and park accessibility improvements (4-0)
• Approved $22,500 purchase order to GovHR USA for county administrator search (4-0)
• Approved $15,000 settlement in Denika Cadandra Simmons v. Escambia County (4-0)
• Approved $411,968 for fire department insurance through USI Insurance Services (4-0)
• Approved $320,815 for Caterpillar excavator for Waste Services (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 change order for temporary mental health staff at jail (4-0)
• Approved $65,000 for Lafitte Cove Canal dredging with Gulf Marine Construction (4-0)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for several commercial and residential projects. The meeting also includes pre-application sessions for new developments and internal staff reviews.

• Final application for Woodsprings Suites at 210 Chiefs Way
• Final application for Holt Perdido Key Multi-Family at 13450 Perdido Key Dr
• Final application for Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 3 on Palafox Hwy
• Pre-application meeting for Blue Angel Village on Blue Angel Pkwy
• Pre-application meeting for Dog Track Boat & Storage at 2200 Dog Track Rd

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved seven final development applications, including the Woodsprings Suites hotel, a multifamily project on Perdido Key Drive, and the Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 3. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six proposed projects and noted that initial review comments for several projects would be available Thursday. No applications were denied or tabled.

• Approved Woodsprings Suites, 210 Chiefs Way
• Approved Perdido Key Drive Multi-Family, 13450 Perdido Key Dr
• Approved Drowsy Poet, 13170 Sorrento Rd
• Approved Project 52 Phase II, 3811 W. 9 Mile Rd
• Approved Sanctuary Subdivision Phase 3, Palafox Hwy
• Approved Cat Country 987 STL, 7251 Plantation Rd

Marine Advisory Committee

The Marine Advisory Committee is discussing a draft ordinance for Comprehensive Water Way Management and the Optional Vessel Registration Fee. The body is also reviewing updates on the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project.

• Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project: consultants provided 60% Plans
• Comprehensive Water Way Management: development of Draft Ordinance for review
• Optional Vessel Registration Fee (OVRF): analysis of boating-related projects for funding
• Proposal to seek another large vessel to reef in Escambia County
• Request to forward a letter to the BCC regarding relocating low marine turtle nests

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review funding and lien agreements for home improvements. The board will consider approving grants for roofing and residential rehabilitation for six specific properties.

• Residential Rehab Grant for 7 Rosea Drive: $4,375
• Residential Rehab Grant for 121 Redbreast Lane: $5,840
• Residential Roof Program grant for 1601 North Kirk Street: $12,211
• Residential Roof Program grant for 3307 West Lloyd Street: $9,010
• Residential Roof Program grants for 1980 Gary Circle ($15,669.50) and 644 Beck Avenue ($12,200)

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 4:30 p.m. and adjourned at 4:49 p.m. The board heard comments from five individuals but took no substantive actions or votes. This was a procedural meeting only.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several rezoning requests and a Future Land Use Map amendment. The meeting includes reviews of industrial and commercial zoning changes and the approval of a final plat for the Iron Rock residential subdivision.

• Rezoning cases Z-2021-13, Z-2021-15, Z-2021-16, Z-2021-17, Z-2021-18, and Z-2021-14
• Future Land Use Map amendment for 30.89 acres on Pine Forest Road
• Second amendment to the Wildwood Estates Development Agreement with Devine Farms, LLC
• Final Plat Permit for Iron Rock, a 290-lot residential subdivision in Cantonment
• October 31, 2021 Investment Report showing a portfolio market value of $383,667,200

The Board approved all six rezoning cases on the agenda, adopted the corresponding ordinances, and approved a $1.8 million purchase of fire apparatus using American Rescue Plan funds. It also approved a $1.84 million contract for the Gatewood Ditch-Glyn Broc Gully project, funded partly with ARPA funds, and confirmed the hiring of Stephan Hall as Finance Director. Several other items were approved on consent, including grants, contracts, and appointments.

• Approved rezoning cases Z-2021-13, Z-2021-15, Z-2021-16, Z-2021-17, Z-2021-18 (all unanimous)
• Approved rezoning case Z-2021-14 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinances 2022-1 through 2022-7 to amend zoning map (unanimous)
• Approved $1,819,439 purchase of fire apparatus from Rev Group (unanimous)
• Approved $1,843,201.10 contract for Gatewood Ditch-Glyn Broc Gully project (unanimous)
• Confirmed hiring of Stephan Hall as Finance Director (4-1, Underhill no)
• Approved $850,000 transfer for Johnson Beach Road/Perdido Key Drive intersection (unanimous)
• Approved settlement in David Farris v. Escambia County for $5,000 (unanimous)

Development Review Committee

The committee is reviewing final applications for various commercial and residential developments. The meeting also includes pre-application meetings for new subdivisions and commercial sites.

• Final application for Delta Contractor Recycling Facility II at 8056 N. Palafox St
• Final application for Muldoon Pointe Subdivision at 5800 Blk Muldoon Rd
• Final application for Escambia County Sheriff Department Tower and Simulation House at 13011 Beulah Rd
• Pre-application meeting for Mayflower Townhomes Subdivision at 8510 Mayflower Ave
• Pre-application meeting for a new coffee shop with drive-thru at 2951 S. Blue Angel Pkwy

The Escambia County Development Review Committee approved all 10 final development applications on the agenda, including the Delta Contractor Recycling Facility II, Muldoon Pointe Subdivision, and the Escambia County Sheriff Department Tower and Simulation House. No applications were denied or tabled. The committee also held pre-application meetings for six proposed projects and noted that initial review comments for new applications would be available Thursday.

• Approved Delta Contractor Recycling Facility II, 8056 N. Palafox St
• Approved Muldoon Pointe Subdivision, 5800 Blk Muldoon Rd
• Approved Ensley Gateway Beautification, 8400 Blk N. Old Palafox St
• Approved Pathstone Commercial Site, 8990 Pathstone Blvd
• Approved Escambia County Sheriff Department Tower and Simulation House, 13011 Beulah Rd
• Approved PruittHealth of Escambia County, 1371 W Nine Mile Rd
• Approved Dr. Hart Office Building, 1751 W Nine Mile Rd
• Approved DCB Storage, 13131 Gulf Beach Hwy

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will hold public hearings for two property rezoning requests. The board will determine if these parcels should transition from residential to commercial or mixed-use districts.

• Case Z-2022-02: Request to rezone 2.89 acres at 6030 W Nine Mile Rd from Low Density Residential to Commercial
• Case Z-2021-09: Request to rezone 7.71 acres at 11355 Lillian Hwy from Low Density Residential to Low Density Mixed-Use

The Escambia County Planning Board held a rezoning meeting on January 4, 2022, and recommended approval of two rezoning requests to the Board of County Commissioners. The first, for 6030 W Nine Mile Rd, was approved unanimously. The second, for 11355 Lillian Hwy, was approved with a 3-1 vote, with Gary Sammons voting no.

• Approved staff findings and recommended approval for rezoning at 6030 W Nine Mile Rd from LDR to Commercial (4-0)
• Approved applicant's packet into evidence for rezoning at 11355 Lillian Hwy (4-0)
• Accepted Tracy Solt's pictures as Exhibit 1 for rezoning at 11355 Lillian Hwy (4-0)
• Approved staff findings and recommended approval for rezoning at 11355 Lillian Hwy from LDR to LDMU (3-1, Sammons no)

Planning Board

The Escambia County Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review an ordinance amending the Land Development Code. The board will consider recommendations for the Board of County Commissioners regarding accessory uses and structures for home-based businesses.

• Public hearing on Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Section 4-7.3 regarding home-based businesses and House Bill 403 (2021)

The Escambia County Planning Board voted 4-0 to recommend approval to the Board of County Commissioners of an ordinance amending the Land Development Code to allow home-based businesses as permitted accessory uses, consistent with House Bill 403 (2021). The board also approved the December 7, 2021 meeting minutes and accepted the meeting packet. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of LDC amendment for home-based businesses (4-0)
• Approved December 7, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted meeting packet (4-0)