Okaloosa County public meetings in 2024
40 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will vote on approving the October 22 meeting minutes and a reimbursement request for public safety expenses totaling $105,453.80. It will also discuss financial updates and interlocal agreements for Destin’s Crosstown Connector, Harbor Dredging, and Fort Walton Beach Landing projects. Additional items are presented for information only, such as quarterly statistics and promotional opportunities.
- Approve Oct 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approve public safety reimbursement: Beach Safety $105,453.80, Sheriff expenses $72,924.19
- Financial update presentation
- Discussion of City of Destin Interlocal Crosstown Connector
- Discussion of City of Destin Interlocal Harbor Dredging
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing a State Revolving Fund loan of up to $16,000,000 for the Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility. The meeting also includes approvals for a $1,233,885 change order to a parking‑lot contract, a $529,585 purchase of a sewer‑cleaner truck, and several transportation grant agreements. A public hearing will consider a Comprehensive Plan amendment.
- Authorization of a State Revolving Fund loan not to exceed $16,000,000 for the Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility
- Change Order 01 adding $1,233,885 to the Gum Creek Farms parking‑lot construction contract and extending the schedule by 90 days
- Purchase of one Vactor 2100I combination sewer cleaner truck from Sansom Equipment for $529,585
- Approval of a $446,500 Florida Department of Transportation public‑transportation grant agreement
- Public hearing on adoption of Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA‑2024‑02
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing a State Revolving Fund loan of up to $16,000,000 for the Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility. The meeting also includes approvals for a $1,233,885 change order to a parking‑lot contract, a $529,585 purchase of a sewer‑cleaner truck, a $1,290,000 lift‑station construction project, and a $125,000 IT task order for broadband expansion. Additional items on the consent agenda cover lease renewals, utility easements, and various grant agreements.
- Approve up to $16,000,000 State Revolving Fund loan for Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility
- Approve Change Order 01 adding $1,233,885 to the Gum Creek Farms parking‑lot construction contract
- Approve purchase of one Vactor 2100I sewer‑cleaner truck for $529,585
- Approve $1,290,000 self‑performed construction of the CIP Lift Station and Force Main Replacement project
- Approve IT Task Order 9 to Halff Associates for up to $125,000 for ARPA broadband expansion
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed settlement of opioid litigation with Publix Super Markets, Inc. and approve a proclamation designating November 20‑27, 2024 as Farm‑City Week. The consent agenda also includes votes on contracts such as a $268,416 fairgrounds roof repair, a $245,332 purchase of two Ford F550 trucks, and a $373,782.87 software‑maintenance renewal with Superion, LLC. Updates from the County Administrator, County Attorney, and Clerk of Court will be presented, followed by public comments.
- Approve settlement of opioid litigation with Publix Super Markets, Inc.
- Authorize proclamation for Farm‑City Week (Nov 20‑27, 2024)
- Approve Fairgrounds Roof Repair contract for $268,416.00
- Approve purchase order to Bozard Ford for two Ford F550 trucks totaling $245,332.00
- Approve contract renewal with Superion, LLC for software maintenance at $373,782.87
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
Commissioners will consider a $7 million contract with Securitecture for planning and design of the Okaloosa County Corrections Facility, along with several large procurement requests for ambulances, heavy equipment, and a passenger facility charge at the Destin‑Fort Walton Beach Airport. The meeting also includes approvals for stormwater project funding, a tourism staff travel request, and a public hearing on an investment policy ordinance.
- Approve $7,000,000 contract with Securitecture for Corrections Facility design services
- Approve purchase of three type‑one ambulances from Frazer LTD for $752,890.00
- Approve $3.00 per passenger Facility Charge application for Destin‑Fort Walton Beach Airport
- Approve $260,000 purchase and sale agreement for stormwater facility for Northwest Crestview Bypass Project
- Approve $4,465 travel cost for Tourism staff to attend The Outdoor Adventure Show in Toronto
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council is meeting to discuss and approve various financial updates, including public safety reimbursements and a budget amendment for a Sheriff boat. The body will also consider the City of Crestview's municipal funding and participation in the Toronto Travel Show.
- Public safety reimbursements: Beach Safety ($83,149.01 plus estimated $2,500), Destin Fire ($217,511.50), Sheriff ($92,142.74), and Code Enforcement ($9,316.54)
- Budget amendment for Cash Carryforward for Sheriff Boat
- FY25 City of Crestview municipal 12.5% funding
- Approval of Toronto Travel Show participation
- Approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contract renewals and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes public hearings regarding a planned unit development and the vacation of a portion of 7th Avenue and 3rd Street.
- Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office Airports Security Unit contract renewal for $3,466,986
- C.W. Roberts Contracting Inc. contract for Jericho Rd Improvements Phase I for $1,899,974.55
- Proposed $800,000 additional contribution for a new Medical Examiner Facility
- Glaze Communications quote for $130,096.68 to migrate Crestview Courthouse security systems
- Public hearing for Nielsen Place Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will vote on several major contracts, including a $1.4 million purchase and up to $10.1 million funding for a historic ocean liner museum and a $7.228 million contract to place the SS United States as an artificial reef. Additional items include a $450,000 inmate commissary renewal, a $24,000 lease with Avis Budget for fair‑ground storage, and a $722,517 interlocal agreement for marine law‑enforcement services. The meeting also contains routine consent‑agenda approvals, proclamations, subdivision plats, and policy adoptions.
- Approve $7,228,000 single‑source contract with Coleen Marine for SS United States reef deployment
- Approve $1.4 M purchase and up to $10.1 M funding for SS United States museum and related remediation
- Approve $450,000 renewal contract with Oasis Management Systems for inmate commissary services
- Approve $24,000 one‑year lease with Avis Budget Car Rental for 3 acres at Destin‑Fort Walton Beach Fairgrounds
- Approve $722,517 interlocal agreement with Okaloosa Sheriff’s Office for FY 2025 marine law‑enforcement services
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will vote on several approval items, including the FY25 Strategic Marketing Plan, the FY25 Adopted Budget, and interlocal agreements with the sheriff and the Fort Walton Beach Museum. A budget transfer from reserves will also be considered. Additional agenda topics include a partner program, meeting dates for FY25, and public comments.
- Approve FY25 Strategic Marketing Plan
- Approve FY25 Adopted Budget
- Approve FY25 Sheriff Interlocal agreement
- Approve FY25 City of Fort Walton Beach Museum Interlocal agreement
- Approve budget transfer from reserves
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Public Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt the final budget and millage rates for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The proposed budget includes a 4% cost of living adjustment for employees and the addition of 46 new positions.
- Final Budget for FY 2024-25 in the total amount of $648,334,971
- Final Countywide Aggregate Millage Rate of 3.9671 mills
- Final Unincorporated Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU) Millage Rate of 0.2990 mills
- Approval of 46 new positions across General, Special Revenue, and Enterprise Funds
- Planned construction of Shoal River Ranch Wastewater Plant and new Public Works Facility
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of items, including a $41,571,000 contract with J&P Construction to build the Shoal River Ranch water‑reuse facility. Other agenda items include approvals for health department contracts, transportation grant agreements, and a change order for the Bridge to Bridge Multi‑Use Path project. Several public hearings will be held on rezoning, special assessments for hospitals, and camping regulations.
- Approve $41,571,000 contract with J&P Construction for Shoal River Ranch Water Reuse Facility (Dist. 1 – Mixon)
- Approve $661,827 annual contract C97-0025‑HD with Florida Department of Health for the County Health Department (Dist. All)
- Approve Change Order #1 to contract C24‑3986‑PW with CW Roberts for Bridge to Bridge Multi‑Use Path, $525,915.33 and 76‑day extension (Dist. 2 – Ketchel)
- Approve $300,000 FDOT Section 5310 Capital Public Transportation Grant Agreement (Dist. All)
- Public hearing on rezoning and Small Scale Plan Amendment for the Okaloosa County School District (Dist. 5 – Ponder)
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Public Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and adopt the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The proposed total budget across all funds is $648,334,971, which is a 3.5% increase over the previous year.
- Proposed total budget of $648,334,971 with no property tax rate increase
- Proposed millage rate of 3.8308 for the County and 0.2990 for the Unincorporated MSTU
- Allocation of $3,500,000 for a new Public Works building
- Proposed 4% cost of living increase for all employees and 46 new positions
- Sheriff's Office budget request of $60,240,402, a 6.9% increase over the prior year
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will review multiple grant and contract items, including FAA airport grants and a $13.4 million Treasury grant for a water reclamation facility. They will also consider a public‑hearing ordinance for a local hospital assessment fund and approve several contract renewals. The meeting includes routine updates, consent agenda items, and department business.
- Accept FAA AIP Grant of $4,046,422 (plus $449,602 airport match) for Baggage Claim Expansion at Destin‑Fort Walton Beach Airport
- Accept FAA AIG Grant of $5,107,725 for the same Baggage Claim Expansion project
- Approve application for a $13,400,000 U.S. Treasury grant for the Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility (RESTORE Act Direct Component)
- Approve contract renewal and amendment with Core & Main for Sensus meters and software, budgeted at $300,000 annually
- Public hearing to consider an ordinance creating the Okaloosa County Local Provider Participation Fund (hospital assessments)
Board of County Commissioners - Dorcas Fire Board
The Dorcas Fire Board will discuss financial reports, inventory, and equipment repair. The board is set to select an independent accountant for the FY24 audit and approve an interlocal agreement for fire service response in the Dorcas area.
- Selection of Independent Accountant for FY24 Audit (C.R.I- 30K)
- Approval of Interlocal Agreement for fire service response
- Discussion on spending limit for equipment and building maintenance
- Report on apparatus repair bills and inventory
- Review of financial report and revenue streams
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving reimbursement for public safety expenses, including Beach Safety and Sheriff costs, using up to 10% of tourist development taxes.
- Public Safety Reimbursement request
- FY25 Local Events discussion
- Clerk Interlocal agreement
- WTM Travel proposal
- IMM Travel proposal
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
At the August 20, 2024 regular meeting, the Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will vote on several agenda items. The board will consider approval of a contract with Morse Correctional Healthcare and Consulting, Inc. for inmate medical services at an estimated yearly cost of $5,742,940. Additional items include a $902,000 purchase of four 2025 Kenworth T880 dump trucks, a $1,624,014 state grant for an E911 call‑handling system refresh, and public hearings on water‑sewer projects totaling $9.51 M. The board will also vote on a proclamation designating September 5, 2024 as Northwest Florida Military Officers Association Day.
- Approve contract with Morse Correctional Healthcare and Consulting, Inc. for inmate medical services ($5,742,940 yearly)
- Approve purchase of four 2025 Kenworth T880 Tri‑Axle Dump Trucks for $902,000
- Approve $1,624,014 State of Florida E911 Board grant for Call Handling System Refresh
- Public hearings to authorize $3,520,000 Highway 90 East Water & Sewer Mains project and $5,990,000 Shoal River Ranch WRF Sub‑Projects
- Proclamation establishing September 5, 2024 as Northwest Florida Military Officers Association Day
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will consider a wide range of items, including a resolution to place a referendum on the November 2024 ballot about continuing property tax exemptions for job‑creating businesses. Other agenda items cover lease approvals, budget resolutions, a $112,192.40 purchase of a John Deere mower, and several public‑works and development projects. The meeting also includes employee awards, departmental updates, and public comment periods.
- Resolution to place a referendum on the Nov 2024 ballot about property tax exemptions for new and existing businesses that create full‑time jobs
- Purchase of one John Deere 325G mower with Limb beaver cutter for $112,192.40 from Beard Equipment Co.
- Allocation of $300,000 FY24 surtax reserves for redesign of the Overbrook Drainage Improvements Project
- Approval of the final plat for South Fairview Townhomes
- Assignment of lease for Block 6, Lot 2 at Destin Executive Airport to Gunnslinger Air, LLC
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approval of several items, including the June 25 meeting minutes, a financial update, and multiple contracts and grant projects. A key agenda item is the request to reimburse $76,588.01 for Beach Safety expenses incurred in June. Other items include FY24 Destin Fire Interlocal funding, FY25 municipal expenditure plans, and a contract with St John Design Group.
- Approve June 25, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approve public safety reimbursement of $76,588.01 for Beach Safety (June expenses)
- Approve financial update presented by the department
- Review FY24 Destin Fire Interlocal funding request
- Consider St John Design Group contract
Board of County Commissioners - Special Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider approving the certification of the DR-420 form to set tentative millage rates for the 2025 fiscal year. This action establishes the proposed tax rates for countywide and Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU) services.
- Proposed tentative ad valorem millage rate of 3.8308 mils
- Proposed Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU) rate of 0.2990 mils
- Budgeted Ad Valorem revenue of $105,470,768 for FY2025
- Budgeted MSTU revenue of $3,751,806 for FY2025
- Public budget hearings scheduled for September 3 and September 17
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Review Workshop
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will review the recommended FY 2024‑2025 budget of $645,752,980, which is a $19,339,412 (3.1%) increase over the prior year. The agenda includes departmental budget presentations and documents for Health, Clerk of Court, Property Appraiser, Public Safety, Corrections, Tourist Development, and others. The budget does not propose a property tax rate increase, keeping the millage at 3.8308 with projected total tax revenue of $105,470,768. Specific allocations include a $66,150,064 budget for the Sheriff’s Office and a $86,694,934 budget for the Tourist Development Department.
- Total FY 2024‑2025 county budget: $645,752,980 (3.1% increase)
- Property tax millage remains 3.8308; projected tax revenue $105,470,768
- Sheriff’s Office budget: $66,150,064 (9.7% increase)
- Tourist Development Department budget: $86,694,934 (5.5% increase)
- Public Works new building allocation: $3,500,000
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will vote on self‑perform construction of the Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility sub‑projects, estimated at $5.99 M. They will also consider a public‑hearing request to self‑perform the Highway 90 East water and sewer mains project from Jericho Road to Magnolia Blossom Subdivision, estimated at $3.52 M. Additional agenda items include a $740,000 contract for artificial‑reef vessels and purchases of UPS cabinets and a Generac generator.
- Approval of self‑perform construction for Shoal River Ranch WRF Sub‑Projects, $5,990,000 (Item 35)
- Approval of self‑perform construction for Highway 90 East water & sewer mains, $3,520,000 (Item 34)
- Single‑source contract with Coleen Marine Inc. for MV Spirit of Norfolk and Skip‑in‑Sue vessels as artificial reefs, $740,000 plus $42,000 contingency (Item 32)
- Purchase of eighteen Myers UPS Cabinet Assembly units for $102,384 (Item 13)
- Award of purchase order for one 200 kW Generac generator for $116,450 (Item 14)
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Review Workshop
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing the FY 2025 budget, which includes a total spending plan of approximately $645.8 million. This workshop covers departmental presentations ranging from the Sheriff's Office to Public Works and Transit. The proposed millage rate remains flat at 3.8308 despite a 7.5% increase in property values.
- Proposed $645,752,980 total budget for FY 2025
- Maintenance of the 3.8308 millage rate
- Funding for jail upgrades including $250,000 for A/C units and $250,000 for door control boards
- Proposed 4% cost-of-living increase for all county employees
- Addition of 42 new positions to the county workforce
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will meet to approve meeting minutes and several financial items. This includes reimbursement requests for Beach Safety and the Sheriff's office, as well as a grant application.
- Public safety reimbursements including $99,094.14 for Beach Safety
- NFWF NCRF Grant Application review
- Approval of May 22, 2024 meeting minutes
- Financial update from the Tourist Development Department
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Board of County Commissioners will review several infrastructure and legal proposals. Items include a $3,075,000 contract for a new water well and a request to transfer $2,000,000 in FDOT funds for an overflow parking lot at VPS. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding airport ordinance changes.
- $3,075,000 contract with J & P Construction Company for Seminole Well construction
- $2,000,000 FDOT fund transfer from VPS fuel farm to an overflow parking lot
- $555,600 contract for bronze statues and plaques at Veterans Park
- $475,271.35 change order for the Southwest Crestview Bypass project
- Public hearing regarding airport ordinance changes for Bob Sikes and Destin Executive Airports
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on zoning amendments and a development agreement that could alter land use in District 1. The board will also vote on budget resolutions allocating $5,600,000 from FY24 Surtax Reserves to fund road repairs, traffic management upgrades, and market access improvements for residents. Routine matters include contract approvals for county telecommunications and water facility consulting.
- Rezoning and plan amendment request for District 1 presented by Raymond Greer on behalf of David Cohen.
- Fourth Amendment to the Development Agreement with Patriots Ridge LLP.
- Allocation of $100,000 in FY24 Surtax Reserves for the Farmer's Market Access Improvements Project #ST000041.
- Allocation of $1,500,000 and $2,000,000 from FY24 Surtax Reserves for the Traffic Management Center and "Fifty-in-Five" Dirt Road Stabilization projects.
- Task Order 13 with Poly, Inc. for $200,000 to provide consulting services for the Jerry D. Mitchem Water Reclamation Facility Absorption Bed Expansion.
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving $141,641 in public safety reimbursements for April 2024, including $72,862 for Beach Safety and $68,779 for the Sheriff's Office. The council will also vote on the FY 2025 budget, a CVENT contract, and the Spirit of Norfolk item. Previous meeting minutes from April 24, 2024, are also up for approval.
- Public safety reimbursement: Beach Safety $72,861.67 and Sheriff $68,779.42
- FY 2025 Budget approval
- CVENT contract approval
- Spirit of Norfolk item
- Approval of April 24, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Board will hold public hearings on amending county parking regulations and vacating two rights-of-way in Shalimar and Fort Walton Beach. The consent agenda includes a $1,388,213 opioid settlement agreement, a joint-use facility agreement with the school board, and approval of budget resolutions and transfers.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending parking regulations at county-owned facilities
- Public hearing to vacate right-of-way adjacent to Block 102, Townsite of Port Dixie, Shalimar
- Public hearing to vacate alleyway in Block 4, Fields Subdivision, Fort Walton Beach
- Business agreement with NWF Health Network for $1,388,213 in opioid settlement funds
- Joint-use facility agreement with Okaloosa County School Board for Okaloosa Technical College/IFAS Extension Office
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners is reviewing a consent agenda that includes airport lease renewals, final plats for new subdivisions, and various infrastructure contracts. Key decisions involve the construction of the Bridge to Bridge Multi-Use Path, the purchase of land for PJ Adams Parkway turn lanes, and the adoption of new airport regulations. The board also addresses workforce development agreements and emergency management contracts.
- Approval of a $3,728,895.89 construction contract with CW Roberts for the Bridge to Bridge Multi-Use Path project
- Approval of a $1,442,230.00 task order with DAG Architects for the new Tax Collector / Government Services Building
- Purchase of land parcels for the PJ Adams Parkway Turn Lanes Project totaling $205,000 ($140,000 for Parcels 140/141 and $65,000 for Parcel 142)
- Scheduling of a public hearing to repeal existing airport rules and adopt a new ordinance for Bob Sikes and Destin Executive Airports
- Approval of a $418,140.00 purchase order for ten Blue Star Generators from Mid-Florida Diesel Inc
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving public safety reimbursements totaling over $413,000 for beach safety, sheriff, and code enforcement, and a budget transfer for the Shoal River property. They will also vote on minutes from January, a Fort Walton Beach expenditure plan, a FY 2024/25 artificial reef grant, and a UK media mission. Items for information include fairgrounds committee recommendations and a Tri-Native contract for the Fantasea vessel.
- Public safety reimbursement request: Beach Safety $174,045.91, Sheriff $239,262.15, TDD $114,914.73, Code Enforcement $7,509.27
- Budget transfer from reserves for Shoal River property
- City of Fort Walton Beach expenditure plan netting
- FY 2024/25 FWC Artificial Reef Grant application
- VisitFlorida UK Media Mission participation
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Policy Workshop
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a budget policy workshop to discuss the FY2025 budget. Topics include the millage rate, employee compensation and benefits, service enhancements, non-profit funding, and general fund reserve policy. The workshop is a policy discussion, not a final vote.
- Discussion of a 4% COLA for employees, costing $2.44 million
- Consideration of a transition to a Paid Time Off (PTO) system, with $1.5 million in reserves assigned
- Proposal to allocate $250,000–$330,000 for non-profit funding
- Adding $100,000 for a consultant to develop a new ERP system
- Setting aside general fund dollars for affordable housing strategies
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on proposed beach ordinances limiting hole-digging and tent sizes, and adjusting vendor rules. The consent agenda includes over 40 items, such as multiple FDOT airport grants, a $528,780 sewer truck purchase, and a $471,603 emergency center audio-visual upgrade. Department business items include a $1.25 million FDEP grant for a special needs ball field at Meigs Park in Niceville and a new collective bargaining agreement with EMTs and paramedics.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending beach conduct rules (digging holes, tent sizes)
- Public hearing on ordinance amending chair/umbrella beach vendor rules (new non-vending areas)
- Request to accept $1.25M FDEP grant for Special Needs Ball Field and Park at Meigs Park, Niceville
- Request to purchase one Vactor 2100I sewer cleaner truck for $528,780.00
- Request to approve contract for airport security system maintenance ($16,400/yr + up to $500,000 equipment allowance)
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two ordinances amending beach conduct and vendor regulations, including restrictions on digging holes and tent sizes, and creating new non-vending areas. The board will also consider consent agenda items such as airport grants, a $471,602 emergency center audio-visual upgrade, and a $528,780 sewer truck purchase. Department business includes a $1.25M grant for a special needs ball field at Meigs Park and a collective bargaining agreement with EMTs and paramedics.
- Public hearing on ordinance limiting beach hole digging and tent sizes (Dist: 2, 5)
- Public hearing on ordinance creating two new non-vending areas on the beach (Dist: 2, 5)
- Request to approve $1.25M FDEP grant for a Special Needs Ball Field at Meigs Park, Niceville (Dist: 3)
- Request to approve $471,602 contract for Emergency Operations Center Audio Visual Upgrade
- Request to approve $528,780 purchase of a Vactor 2100I combination sewer cleaner truck
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda containing multiple contracts, including a $3.25 million change order for the Crestview Executive Airport and a $291,740 purchase for a fiber optic installation tractor. The Board is also scheduled to adopt the Northwest Crestview Bypass Alternative Corridor Evaluation Report and accept a strategic plan for attainable workforce housing. Additionally, the agenda includes requests to approve final plats for two subdivisions and a memorandum of understanding for shoreline erosion control on Okaloosa Island.
- Approval of Change Order 01 to Contract C24-3928-AP ($3,258,807.55) to Reconstruct South Apron at CEW
- Purchase of Vermeer Ride-On Tractor Plow for $291,740.24 to install fiber optic conduit
- Adoption of the Northwest Crestview Bypass Alternative Corridor Evaluation Report (ACER)
- Approval of final plats for Garden City Park Subdivision and Watkins Pointe
- Acceptance of the Attainable Workforce Housing Strategic Plan
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with 35 items, including a $979,955 contract for a North Okaloosa Planning Study, a $569,000 contract for a vulnerability assessment, and several airport-related leases and agreements. A public hearing is scheduled to amend an ad valorem tax exemption for Gulf Air Group. The board will also recognize employee milestones and receive a presentation from the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame Society.
- Request approval of contract with Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. for North Okaloosa Planning Study in the amount of $979,955.00.
- Public Hearing to Amend Ordinance No. 22-20 Granting Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Gulf Air Group.
- Request approval of Avelo Airlines, Inc. Signatory Airline Operating Agreement and Terminal Building Lease at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS).
- Request approval of contract with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for Vulnerability Assessment & Adaption Plan Grant Funding in the amount of $569,000.00.
- Request approval of $110,000 Florida Department of Transportation Award for 6th Avenue Sidewalk Project.
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Board will consider approving a $2.5 million grant application to the Northwest Florida Water Management District for the Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility, with a matching $2.5 million from the county. Other notable items include a presentation on the CSX Bronze Site Designation for the Shoal River Ranch Gigasite, a public hearing on creating a Municipal Services Benefit Unit for Lake Clyde dredging, and approval of a $450,000 contract for an artificial reef vessel. The agenda also includes numerous consent items such as contract renewals, equipment purchases, and property acquisitions.
- Request approval to submit $2.5M grant application for Shoal River Ranch Water Reclamation Facility with $2.5M county match
- Public hearing to consider creating Lake Clyde MSBU for maintenance dredging assessments
- Presentation of CSX Bronze Site Designation for Shoal River Ranch Gigasite
- Request approval of $450,000 single source contract with Tri-Native Contractors for artificial reef vessel MV FANTASEA
- Request approval of $612,999.75 contract for Bridge to Bridge Multi-Use Path construction engineering and inspection
Board of County Commissioners - Special Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially authorize the fee-simple purchase of a 207-acre Eglin Air Force Base property west of Northwest Florida State College in Niceville. The land, formerly a golf course, is being eyed for affordable workforce housing. No purchase price has been set; rough estimates range from $5.2 million to $8.3 million depending on per-acre cost. Funding could come from general fund reserves, ARPA dollars, or state housing grants.
- Discussion and consideration of acquiring 207 acres of Eglin property immediately west of Northwest Florida State College (Niceville Campus)
- Property includes approximately 36 acres of wetland/conservation area due to Mill Creek
- Estimated cost: $5.2 million at $25K/acre or $8.3 million at $40K/acre
- Potential funding sources: General Fund Reserves, Housing Surplus Rent Funds, ARPA dollars, state housing grants
- Any sale would require appraisals and congressional legislative action
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Board will consider purchasing 412 acres south of Poverty Creek Road on the north side of the Shoal River. They will also vote on a $1.07M tourism stewardship plan, a new MSBU for Lake Clyde dredging, and several infrastructure contracts. The consent agenda includes 22 items such as jail HVAC upgrades, park improvements, and a $729,918 RESTORE Act grant for Destin's Clement Taylor Park.
- Consideration to purchase 412 acres +/- south of Poverty Creek Road, north side of Shoal River (Dist 1)
- Request approval of Destination Stewardship Plan 2024 and task order not to exceed $1,070,350 for Little Adventures and Reel Time Charter Fishing pilot programs
- Request to schedule public hearing for Resolution electing uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments for properties abutting Lake Clyde for maintenance dredging
- Request approval of $729,918 RESTORE Act Direct Component Subaward with City of Destin for Clement Taylor Park Restoration
- Request approval of $171,399.10 contract for concrete pavement at Veterans Park on Okaloosa Island
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving $178,047.75 in public safety reimbursements for December 2023, including Beach Safety, Sheriff, Code Enforcement, and TDD costs. They will also discuss a North County land purchase and a revised Destination Stewardship Plan for 2024. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a financial update.
- Public safety reimbursement request totaling $178,047.75 for December 2023 (Beach Safety $37,772.19, Sheriff $59,581.53, Code Enforcement $8,004.30, TDD $72,689.73)
- North County land purchase discussion (Craig Coffey)
- Revised Destination Stewardship Plan 2024 (Jennifer Adams)
- NFWF Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration grant application (Alex Fogg)
- Approval of December 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
The Board will vote on allocating $1.6 million in surtax funds for the Okaloosa Lane Realignment and Improvements Project and $850,000 for a public safety driving pad at the OCSO Training Facility. Commissioners will also consider forming a jail site investigation team, a letter of intent to reopen beach near Destin Bridge, and an interlocal agreement with Niceville for Meigs Park redevelopment. The consent agenda includes contracts for airport baggage claim replacement ($845,857.99), dump trucks ($422,300), and a correctional facility design selection committee.
- Request approval of $1,600,000 in FY24 surtax funding for Okaloosa Lane Realignment and Improvements Project #ST000038
- Request approval of $850,000 in FY24 surtax funding for a Public Safety Driving Pad and Pole Barn at the OCSO Training Facility
- Request approval of the Jail Site Investigation Gathering and Fact-Finding team to assist in selecting a potential jail site
- Request approval of a contract with ERMC Aviation, LLC for replacing Baggage Claim Units 1 & 2 at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport for $845,857.99
- Request approval to purchase four new Dump Trucks from Ward International for $422,300.00
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
The Okaloosa County Commission will hold public hearings on a $3.53 million water main replacement project on Okaloosa Island and a proposed 125-acre Willow Creek Plantation overlay district in Crestview. The consent agenda includes over 30 items, including vehicle and equipment purchases totaling more than $1 million, multiple grant agreements, and a $305,593 amendment for a sheriff's boat and truck.
- Public hearing on $3,530,000 Okaloosa Island Water Main Replacement Projects Phases I-VI
- Public hearing on 125-acre Willow Creek Plantation at Crestview Overlay District (plan amendment, rezoning, and code amendment)
- Request to purchase five Ford F550 utility trucks for $432,396 and one for $104,215
- Request to approve $305,593 amendment to sheriff contract for boat and truck, total $1,001,576
- Request to approve $276,757.54 to replace controllers at Bob Sikes Fire Pump Station