Okaloosa County, FL
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Próximas reuniones
Thu Sep 3, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Public Hearing
Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
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Agenda
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Thursday, September 3, 2026– 5:01 PM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 8/28/2026 2:57 PM
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I.
Call to Order
II.
Invocation Pledge of Allegiance
III.
FY 2026-27 Budget Overview, Summary and Transmittal Letter
1. Fiscal Year 2026-27 Tentative Budget Overview, Budget Letter from CAO to the
BCC and Budget Summary. Dist: All – Page 2
IV.
Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
V.
FY 2026-27 Tentative Countywide Millage Rate Resolution
1. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute a Resolution adopting the
Tentative Countywide Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. Dist: All – Page 86
VI.
FY 2026-27 Tentative MSTU Millage Rate Resolution
1. Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute a Resolution adopting the
Tentative Unincorporated Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU) Millage Rate for
Fiscal Year 2026-2027. Dist: All – Page 95
VII.
FY 2026-27 Tentative Budget Resolution
1. Request approval of and authorization for the Chairman to execute a Resolution for
adoption of the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. Dist: All – Page 106
VIII. Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
IX.
Adjourn Hearing
Okaloosa County adheres to Title VI Nondiscrimination and Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable
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Thu Sep 3, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
La Junta aprueba una subvención de la FAA por $876,075 para el diseño del aeropuerto VPS y un camión grúa por $535,170
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Okaloosa votará sobre una agenda de consentimiento que contiene 30 elementos, incluida una subvención de la FAA por $876,075 para el diseño de la sala de espera del Aeropuerto Destin-Fort Walton Beach y la compra de un camión grúa Kenworth por $535,170. La junta también celebrará una audiencia pública para autorizar la construcción realizada por sí misma (self-performed) del proyecto de Reemplazo de la Estación Elevadora de 4th Ave, estimado en $900,000. Además, la junta discutirá los centros de datos en relación con las ordenanzas del condado y los códigos de desarrollo de tierras.
- Aceptar la Subvención FAA IIJA 3-12-0081-045-2026 por hasta $876,075 para el Diseño de la Sala de Espera B4 en VPS
- Comprar un camión grúa Kenworth T480 de 33 toneladas a Cowin Equipment por $535,170.00
- Audiencia pública para autorizar que OCWS realice la construcción del proyecto de Reemplazo de la Estación Elevadora de 4th Ave ($900,000)
- Audiencia pública para considerar el abandono de los 150 pies occidentales de la no abierta 2nd Ave, Crestview
- Discusión sobre Centros de Datos en relación con las Ordenanzas del Condado de Okaloosa y el Código de Desarrollo de Tierras
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Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
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Agenda
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Thursday, September 3, 2026– 3:00 PM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 8/28/2026 2:21 PM
Page 1 of 4
I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation
B.
Pledge of Allegiance
II.
Employee Awards
1. The Okaloosa County Administrator to recognize our most valuable asset, and that's
our employees for reaching their Employment Milestones and concluding their
service to the County with Retirement. – Page 5
III.
County Administrator's Update
IV.
County Attorney's Update
V.
Clerk of Court's Update
VI.
Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VII.
Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 08.18.26 Regular Meeting.
Dist: All – Page 6
2. [AP] Accept FAA IIJA Grant 3-12-0081-045-2026 Offer Up To $876,075 for B4
Holdroom Design (VPS) Dist: All – Page 18
3. [AP] Request approval of Five-Year Renewal Options for Rental Car Concession
Agreements with Hertz/Dollar, Avis/Budget, Alamo/National, and Enterprise at the
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS). Dist: All – Page 56
Regular Meeting (North)
Agenda
September 3, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Page 2
Printed 8/28/2026
4. [CAO] Request approval of a 6th Amendment to a sole source, Marketing Services
Agreement C16-2348-CAO, with One Okaloosa EDC for a one-year extension (until
September 30, 2027) for a …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
Tue Sep 15, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Public Hearing
Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
Tue Oct 6, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
Tue Oct 20, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
Tue Nov 3, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
Tue Nov 17, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
Tue Dec 8, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
Reuniones recientes
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
TDC to vote on $2.4M public safety reimbursements and FY27 marketing plan
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider approving public safety reimbursements totaling about $2.4 million for beach safety, Destin Fire, Sheriff, and other agencies, plus the FY27 Q1 marketing plan and several contracts. The council will also review the July 28, 2026 meeting minutes and receive financial and film reports. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per person.
- Public Safety Reimbursement: $103,309.52 for Beach Safety, $267,708.69 for Destin Fire, $86,109.48 for Sheriff (July expenses)
- FY27 Public Safety Funding: allocations for Destin Fire, Sheriff, Okaloosa Island Fire, FWB Police
- FY27 Q1 Marketing Plan and Local Event Paid Media proposals
- James David Site Prep & Underground contract
- Earth Balance contract
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Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
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Tourist Development Council
1250 Eglin Parkway N
Shalimar, FL 32579
Regular Meeting
http://www.myokaloosa.com
~ Agenda ~
In accordance with Section 286.011, Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on October 2, 2025
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
8:30 AM Okaloosa County Administration Building
Tourist Development Council
Page 1
Printed 8/21/2026
Council Members & Staff
Honorable Drew T. Palmer
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners - Liaison
Honorable Doug Capps
City of Crestview Representative
Honorable Bryce Jeter
City of Fort Walton Beach Representative
Honorable Kevin Schmidt
City of Destin Representative
Ken Wampler (Chair)
President, Newman-Dailey Resorts
Nick Sarra (Vice Chair)
COO, Saltwater Restaurants
Jackie Blue
Corporate Director of Sales, Odom Hotels
Heather Seely-Perez
Director of Sales, InterMountain Management
Brooklyn Spicer
Owner, The Spicer Edit
Jennifer Adams
Director, Okaloosa County Tourism Development Dept
Kerry Parsons
Legal Counsel, Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson PA
Pledge of Allegiance and Welcome (Chairman)
Attorney Update
Director Update
Public Comments Related to Current Agenda (3 minutes each)
I.
Items for TDC Approval/Recommendation
a. July 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes (Chair) – Page 3
b. Public Safety Reimbursement (Charlotte Dunworth) – Page 7
c. FY27 Q1 marketing Plan (Stacey Koe) – Page 42
d. FY27 Local Event Paid Media (Stacey Koe) – Page 55
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Tue Aug 18, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
El Condado votará sobre contrato de tránsito de $24.7M, servicios de diseño de $1.4M y más
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Okaloosa llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 18 de agosto de 2026 para considerar una amplia gama de temas, incluyendo un contrato de transporte público de $24.7 millones, un acuerdo de servicios de diseño de $1.4 millones y varias audiencias públicas. La agenda incluye artículos de consentimiento, audiencias públicas y asuntos departamentales, cubriendo temas desde infraestructura hasta vivienda y turismo.
- Contrato con Tidewater Transit, LLC para servicios de transporte público por $24,656,085
- Acuerdo con DAG Architects, Inc. para servicios de planificación y diseño para el Rigdon Center Expansion Project, con un total de $1,442,986 más contingencia
- Audiencia pública sobre enmiendas a la Ordenanza del Distrito MSBU de Bluewater Bay
- Aprobación de una apropiación legislativa de $1.5 millones para la adquisición de la propiedad Dowd Park en Shalimar
- Contrato con Brown Construction para el Eglin Parkway Lift Station Replacement Project
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Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
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Agenda
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, August 18, 2026– 8:30 AM
Okaloosa County Administration Building
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 8/13/2026 5:06 PM
Page 1 of 6
I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation
B.
Pledge of Allegiance
II.
Employee Awards
1. The Okaloosa County Administrator to recognize our most valuable asset, and that's
our employees for reaching their Employment Milestones and concluding their
service to the County with Retirement. – Page 7
III.
County Administrator's Update
IV.
County Attorney's Update
V.
Clerk of Court's Update
VI.
Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VII.
Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 07.21.26 BCC Budget Workshop,
Special Meeting and the 08.04.26 Regular Meeting. Dist: All – Page 8
2. [CAO] Request approval and authorization for the Chairman to execute a
Proclamation to celebrate Legal Services of North Florida on their 50th Anniversary.
Dist: All (Sponsor: Ketchel) – Page 33
3. [AP] Approve Change Order #2 (Final) to MDM Services Inc., contract C25-4184-
AP, increasing the total contract amount by $237,879.54 and extending the contract
by 105 days. Dist: All – Page 35
Regular Meeting (South)
Agenda
August 18, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Page 2
Printed 8/13/2026
4. [AP] Request for approval of Assignment of Lease L06-0258-AP fr …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
La Junta considera planes de gasto para la rehabilitación del aeropuerto y el acuerdo de opioides
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado revisará varios contratos de infraestructura de alto valor y planes de gasto para los fondos del acuerdo de opioides. La reunión incluye una audiencia pública para el plan maestro conceptual de Millwood Ranch Subdivision y un resumen legislativo de The Advocacy Partners.
- Adjudicación de subvención de la FAA y contratos por un total de $15,599,995.30 para la rehabilitación de la calle de rodaje del Destin Executive Airport
- Planes de gasto para los fondos de opioides de City/County, Regional Abatement y National Settlement
- Audiencia pública para el Plan Maestro Conceptual de Millwood Ranch Subdivision (DO-1125-0022)
- Cotización de Green Energy Contracting, LLC de $360,000 para el drenaje del Baker Recreational & Equestrian Center
- Propuesta de $900,000 para la ejecución propia del proyecto de reemplazo de la estación de bombeo de 4th Ave
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Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
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Agenda
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, August 4, 2026– 8:30 AM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 7/30/2026 4:18 PM Page 1 of 6
I. Call to Order
A. Invocation
B. Pledge of Allegiance
II. County Administrator's Update
III. County Attorney's Update
IV. Clerk of Court's Update
V. Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VI. Visitor
1. Sarah B. Suskey with The Advocacy Partners, to present a recap of the 2026 Florida
legislative session. Dist: All - Page 7
VII. Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 07.07.26 Budget Workshop and the
07.14.26 Regular Meeting. Dist: All - Page 47
2. [CAO] Request approval of a proclamation to recognize the 46th Anniversary of the
establishment of the Center for Independent Living of Northwest Florida and the 36th
Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Dist: All
(Sponsor: Ketchel) - Page 66
3. [AP] Approve Change Order #2 (Final) to the JNB Contracting, LLC, contract C26-
4210-AP, decreasing the total contract amount by $29,123.00 and extending the
contract by 46 days. Dist: All - Page 68
Regular Meeting (North) Agenda August 4, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners Page 2 Printed 7/30/2026
4. [AP] Request approval of ERMC Aviation, LLC's Contract Amendment. Amend
scope of work by adding one (1) Manager and one ( …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
TDC to consider public safety reimbursements and coastal engineering renewals
The Tourist Development Council is meeting to review funding requests and contract renewals. The body will consider reimbursements for public safety expenditures and funding for inlet sediment.
- Public safety reimbursement requests including Beach Safety ($186,528.90), Destin Fire ($233,445.79), and Sheriff ($155,309.47)
- Coastal Engineering renewals for Taylor & MRD
- FY27-28 Local Gov't Funding Request for Inlet Sediment
- International Travel for Professional Development
- Approval of May 27, 2026 meeting minutes
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Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
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1250 Eglin Parkway N
Shalimar, FL 32579
Regular Meeting
http://www.myokaloosa.com
~ Agenda ~
In accordance with Section 286.011, Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on October 2, 2025
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
8:30 AM Okaloosa County Administration Building
Tourist Development Council
Page 1
Printed 7/24/2026
Council Members & Staff
Honorable Drew Palmer
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners - Liaison
Honorable Doug Capps
City of Crestview Representative
Honorable Bryce Jeter
City of Fort Walton Beach Representative
Honorable Kevin Schmidt
City of Destin Representative
Ken Wampler (Chair)
President, Newman-Dailey Resorts
Nick Sarra (Vice Chair)
COO, Saltwater Restaurants
Jackie Blue
Corporate Director of Sales, Odom Hotels
Heather Seely-Perez
Director of Sales, InterMountain Management
Brooklynn Spicer
Owner, The Spicer Edit
Jennifer Adams
Director, Okaloosa County Tourist Development Dept
Kerry Parsons
Legal Counsel, Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson PA
Pledge of Allegiance and Welcome (Chairman)
Attorney Update
Director Update
Public Comments Related to Current Agenda (3 minutes each)
I.
Items for TDC Approval/Recommendation
a. May 27,2026 Meeting Minutes (Chair) – page 3
b. Public Safety Reimbursement (Charlotte Dunworth) – page 7
c. Coastal Engineering Renewals - Taylor & MRD (Charlotte Dunworth) – page 48
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Special Meeting
La Junta aprobará las tasas de milaje tentativas para el año fiscal 2027 para parques no incorporados
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Okaloosa discutirá y votará sobre la certificación del formulario DR‑420 para establecer las tasas de milaje tentativas de ad valorem y de la Unidad de Impuestos de Servicios Municipales (MSTU) para el año fiscal 2027 en parques no incorporados. El personal recomienda dos mociones: una para establecer la tasa ad valorem en 3.8308 mils y otra para establecer la tasa MSTU en 0.2880 mils. La agenda incluye los totales de ingresos propuestos de $120,823,534 para el milaje ad valorem y de $4,123,110 para el milaje MSTU.
- Certificación del DR‑420 para certificar las tasas de milaje tentativas
- Moción para establecer la tasa de milaje ad valorem en 3.8308 mils
- Moción para establecer la tasa de milaje MSTU en 0.2880 mils
- Ingresos propuestos por ad valorem de $120,823,534 para el año fiscal 2027
- Ingresos propuestos por MSTU de $4,123,110 para el año fiscal 2027
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Special Meeting Agenda
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, July 21, 2026– 9:00 AM
Okaloosa County Administration Building
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 7/15/2026 3:58 PM Page 1 of 1
I. Chairman Open Special Meeting
II. FY2027 Tentative Millage
1. Request Board discussion and approval for the County Administrator to certify the
DR-420 setting the tentative ad valorem and Municipal Services Taxing Unit
(MSTU) millages for unincorporated parks and related services. Dist: All
III. Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
IV. Chairman Adjournment of Special Meeting
Okaloosa County adheres to Title VI Nondiscrimination and Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable
accommodations for access to this meeting upon request. Please call the County Administrator’s Office at (850) 651 -
7515 to make a request. For Hearing Impaired, Dial 1-800-955-8771 (TDD), and 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). Requests must
be received at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting in order for Okaloosa County to provide the requested service.
All Okaloosa County Commission meetings are recorded. These videos can be viewed at www.myokaloosa.com.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA REQUEST
DATE: July 21, 2026
TO: Honorable Chairman and Distinguished Members of the Board
FROM: Faye Douglas
SUBJECT: FY2027 Tentative Millage
DEPARTMENT: OMB
BCC DISTRICT: All …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Review Workshop
La Junta revisa los documentos presupuestarios para el FY2027 de múltiples departamentos del condado
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Okaloosa realizará un Taller de Revisión Presupuestaria el 21 de julio de 2026. Los comisionados recibirán y discutirán documentos presupuestarios de los departamentos de Clerk of Courts, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections, State Attorney, Public Defender, Public Safety y Corrections. Un visitante de Okaloosa Saves presentará los premios "Teach Children to Save". No hay aprobaciones presupuestarias formales programadas para este taller.
- Presentación de premios por parte de un visitante de Okaloosa Saves – Premios "Teach Children to Save"
- Solicitud presupuestaria del Clerk of Courts para el FY2027 que suma $4,399,705
- Documentos presupuestarios del Property Appraiser (no se especifica monto en dólares)
- Documento presupuestario del Supervisor of Elections (no se especifica monto en dólares)
- Documento presupuestario de la State Attorney's Office (no se especifica monto en dólares)
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FY2027 Budget Review Workshop Agenda
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, July 21, 2026– 8:30 AM
Okaloosa County Administration Building
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 7/16/2026 4:52 PM Page 1 of 2
B. Pledge of AllegianceI. A. Invocation
II. Visitor
1. Representatives of Okaloosa Saves, to present "Teach Children to Save" Awards.
Dist: All. - Page 3
III. Clerk of Court
1. Clerk of Courts Budget Document. Dist: All - Page 4
IV. Property Appraiser
1. Property Appraiser Budget Documents. Dist: All - Page 14
V. Supervisor of Election
1. Supervisor of Elections Budget Document. Dist: All - Page 45
VI. State Attorney
1. State Attorney's Office Budget Document. Dist: All - Page 53
VII. Public Defender
1. Public Defender's Office Budget Document. Dist: All - Page 56
VIII. Public Safety
1. Public Safety Department Budget Document. Dist: All - Page 59
Budget Review Workshop Agenda July 21, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners Page 2 Printed 7/16/2026
IX. Corrections
1. Corrections Department Budget Document. Dist: All - Page 86
X. Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
XI. Close Workshop
Special Meeting will commence at 9:00am or shortly thereafter
Okaloosa County adheres to Title VI Nondiscrimination and Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
La Junta del Condado de Okaloosa analiza infraestructura, exenciones de impuestos y mejoras de agua
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado considerará varias audiencias públicas relacionadas con exenciones de impuestos sobre la propiedad y ordenanzas de agua/alcantarillado. La agenda incluye diversos contratos para servicios aeroportuarios, construcción de arrecifes artificiales y proyectos de servicios públicos de agua.
- Audiencia pública para la Exención de Impuestos Ad Valorem para Project Hawk
- Contrato de fuente única con Morgan Salvage & Recovery, LLC por $320,000 para arrecifes artificiales
- Audiencia pública para aumentar las Tarifas de Evaluación Especial de Bomberos en un 6.97% en el Distrito de Bomberos Dorcas
- Solicitud a FDEP por $50,000 para la Excavación de Sedimentos del Inlet Suplementario de East Pass
- Aprobación de la autogestión de OCWS para las Mejoras de la Tubería Principal de Agua en Santa Rosa Blvd estimadas en $1,800,000
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Agenda
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, July 14, 2026– 8:30 AM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 7/9/2026 5:05 PM
Page 1 of 6
I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation
B.
Pledge of Allegiance
II.
Employee Awards
1. The Okaloosa County Administrator to recognize our most valuable asset, and that's
our employees for reaching their Employment Milestones and concluding their
service to the County with Retirement. - Page 7
2. Presentation of H.E.R.O. Award - Page 8
III.
County Administrator's Update
IV.
County Attorney's Update
V.
Clerk of Court's Update
VI.
Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VII.
Visitor
1. Recognition of Jessica Valek, Okaloosa County Staff Member, as the 2026 Okaloosa
County Big of the Year, awarded by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida.
- Page 12
VIII. Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 06.16.26 Regular Meeting. Dist: All
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Regular Meeting (North)
Agenda
July 14, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Page 2
Printed 7/9/2026
2. [CAO] Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute a Proclamation
declaring July 25, 2026 as "Sarah Avalon Garrett Benoit" Day in Okaloosa County to
commemorate her 100th Birthday. Dist: All (Sponsor: Ketchel) - Page 27
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Review Workshop
El condado revisa el presupuesto de $768.9M para FY2027, sin aumento en la tasa de millaje
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado realiza un taller de revisión del presupuesto para FY2026-2027, discutiendo un presupuesto total propuesto de $768,989,213 sin aumento en la tasa de impuesto a la propiedad por décimo año consecutivo. El taller cubre presentaciones de departamentos, incluyendo la Oficina del Sheriff (solicitud de $66.6 millones), y aborda posibles impactos de un aumento propuesto en la exención de vivienda estatal que podría reducir los ingresos en $14.8 millones en FY2027-2028.
- La tasa de millaje propuesta se mantiene en 3.8308 por décimo año consecutivo
- Solicitud de presupuesto de la Oficina del Sheriff de $66,639,776, un aumento del 3.7%
- El posible aumento de la exención de vivienda estatal podría reducir los ingresos del condado en $14.8 millones en FY2027-2028
- Se proponen 16 nuevos puestos, elevando el total a 1,153, concentrados en Correccionales e Instalaciones
- $300,000 reservados para necesidades de la instalación de la cárcel; $250,000 para mejoras de estaciones de EMS en Crestview, Niceville, Destin
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Agenda
Okaloosa County FY2027 Budget Review Workshop
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, July 7, 2026– 8:30 AM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 7/2/2026 4:26 PM Page 1 of 2
I. A. Invocation B. Pledge of Allegiance
II. FY 2026-2027 Budget Overview
1. The attached presentation, transmittal letter & budget summary provides the FY
2026-2027 and tentative millage budget overview from the Okaloosa County
Administrator. Dist: All - Page 3
III. Sheriff
1. Sheriff's Office Budget Documents - Dist: All - Page 88
IV. Court Administration
1. Court Services/Judicial Budget Document. Dist: All - Page 103
V. Health Department
1. County Health Department Budget Presentation - Dist: All - Page 125
VI. Medical Examiner
1. Medical Examiner Budget Documents - Dist: All - Page 136
VII. Human Resources and Risk Management
1. Human Resources and Risk Management Department Presentation - Dist: All
- Page 144
VIII. Public Works
1. Public Works Presentation - Dist: All - Page 161
Budget Review Workshop Agenda July 7, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners Page 2 Printed 7/2/2026
IX. Facilities and Park Maintenance
1. Facilities and Park Maintenance Presentation - Dist: All - Page 179
X. Water & Sewer
1. Water & Sewer Budget Presentation - Dist: All - Page 189
XI. Airport Division and Transit
1. Airports Presentation - Dist …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
Audiencia pública sobre exención de impuestos para el Proyecto Normandy; elementos de aeropuerto, opioides y carreteras en consentimiento
La Junta llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una ordenanza que otorga una exención de impuestos ad valorem para el Proyecto Normandy. La agenda de consentimiento incluye renovaciones de arrendamientos aeroportuarios y contratos de diseño, exenciones de impuestos ad valorem para el Proyecto Hawk y XP Aerospace, un aumento propuesto del 6.97% en las tarifas de evaluación especial contra incendios en el Distrito de Bomberos Dorcas, y múltiples proyectos de carreteras e infraestructura. Los asuntos departamentales incluyen la expansión del Programa de Paramédicos Comunitarios con fondos de alivio de opioides y la aprobación de planes de gasto para fondos de liquidación de opioides.
- Audiencia pública sobre la adopción de una ordenanza que otorga una exención de impuestos ad valorem para el Proyecto Normandy.
- Autorización para anunciar una audiencia pública para aumentar las Tarifas de Evaluación Especial contra Incendios en un 6.97% en el Distrito de Bomberos Dorcas y eliminar las evaluaciones en tierras agrícolas.
- Adjudicación de contrato por $983,890.50 a Empire Builders Group, Inc. para el Proyecto del Lóbulo Este del Parque de Veteranos.
- Aprobación para emitir tres avisos de proceder por un total de $1,206,879.36 para la rehabilitación de estaciones de bombeo en East Bay Oaks, Graham Drive y Caribbean Way West.
- Autorización para anunciar una audiencia pública para que el Condado realice por sí mismo las mejoras en la tubería principal de agua de Santa Rosa Blvd, estimadas en $1,800,000.
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Wed May 27, 2026
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
TDC votará sobre el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 y reembolsos de seguridad pública
El Tourist Development Council considerará la aprobación del presupuesto propuesto para el año fiscal 2027, que incluye financiamiento para las operaciones de la playa de Destin, la deuda del complejo atlético de Fort Walton Beach y el análisis de la carretera Laurel Hill. También votarán sobre reembolsos de seguridad pública por un total de más de $686,000 para seguridad de playa, el sheriff y Destin Fire para febrero–abril de 2026, así como una renovación de contrato con Aramark, una propuesta de viajes al Reino Unido y un contrato de embarcaciones con Morgan Marine. Los artículos de información incluyen actualizaciones financieras, un informe de cine y métricas de desempeño trimestrales.
- Reembolsos de seguridad pública: Beach Safety $53,918 (feb), $70,673 (mar), $126,233 (abr); Sheriff $43,591 (feb), $71,129 (mar), $90,169 (abr); Destin Fire $61,905 (feb), $78,908 (mar), $89,538 (abr)
- Presupuesto propuesto para el año fiscal 2027 con sub-partidas para Destin Beach & Boardwalk Operations, Tarpon Advance Repayment, Beach Access Improvements; Fort Walton Beach Athletic Complex Debt and Golf Course Trackman; Laurel Hill 2nd Avenue Analysis
- Contrato de renovación de Aramark
- Propuesta de viajes al Reino Unido para marketing
- Contrato de Morgan Marine para embarcaciones de Tennessee
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~ Agenda ~
In accordance with Section 286.011, Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on October 2, 2025
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 8:30 AM Okaloosa County Administration Building
Tourist Development Council Page 1 Printed 5/27/2026
Council Members & Staff
Honorable Drew Palmer Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners - Liaison
Honorable Doug Capps City of Crestview Representative
Honorable Kevin Schmidt City of Destin Representative
Honorable Bryce Jeter City of Fort Walton Beach Representative
Ken Wampler (Chair) President, Newman-Dailey Resorts
Nick Sarra (Vice Chair) COO, Saltwater Restaurants
Jackie Blue Corporate Director of Sales, Odom Hotels
Heather Seely-Perez Director of Sales, InterMountain Management
Brooklynn Spicer Owner, The Spicer Edit
Jennifer Adams Director, Okaloosa County Tourist Development Dept
Kerry Parsons Legal Counsel, Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson PA
Pledge of Allegiance and Welcome (Chairman)
Attorney Update
Director Update
Public Comments Related to Current Agenda (3 minutes each)
I. Items for TDC Approval/Recommendation
a. Feb 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes (Chair) – page 3
b. Public Safety Reimbursement (Charlotte Dunworth) – page 6
c. FY 2027 Proposed Budget (Charlotte Dunworth) – page 71
Destin – Beach & Boardwalk Operations – page 77
Destin – Tarpon Advance Repayment – page 79
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Tue May 19, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
Audiencia pública autorizada para la exención de impuestos ad valorem del Proyecto Normandy
La Junta llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre la evaluación anual de la MSBU de Bluewater Bay y la desafectación de una parte de Nottingham Way. Los elementos de la agenda de consentimiento incluyen aprobaciones para premios a empleados, una proclamación por el 40 aniversario de Temple Beth Shalom, varios contratos y órdenes de cambio, incluida una orden de cambio de deducción de $769,337.56 para la Oficina del Recaudador de Impuestos. La Junta también considerará una resolución en apoyo a la adquisición de terrenos adyacentes al Bosque Estatal del Río Blackwater por parte de Florida Forever y una actualización de la división de tránsito.
- Audiencia pública para adoptar la resolución de tasa anual de la MSBU de Bluewater Bay
- Audiencia pública para desafectar una parte de Nottingham Way, Woodland Shores
- Autorizar la programación de una audiencia pública para la exención de impuestos ad valorem del Proyecto Normandy
- Orden de Cambio #1 para la Oficina del Recaudador de Impuestos deducción neta de $(769,337.56)
- Resolución en apoyo a la adquisición de terrenos adyacentes al Bosque Estatal del Río Blackwater por parte de Florida Forever
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Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, May 19, 2026– 8:30 AM
Okaloosa County Administration Building
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 5/14/2026 3:18 PM Page 1 of 4
I. Call to Order
A. Invocation - Chaplain Rev. Dr. Roger Peadro,
Westminster Presbyterian Church, Fort Walton Beach
B. Pledge of Allegiance - Okaloosa County EMS Honor Guard
II. Employee Awards
1. The Okaloosa County Administrator to recognize our most valuable asset, and that's
our employees for reaching their Employment Milestones and concluding their
service to the County with Retirement. - Page 5
III. County Administrator's Update
IV. County Attorney's Update
V. Clerk of Court's Update
VI. Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VII. Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 04.21.26 BCC Budget Workshop and
the 05.05.26 Regular Meetings. Dist: All - Page 6
2. [CAO] Request approval and authorization for the Chairman to execute a
Proclamation to recognize June 14, 2026, as the 40th Anniversary of Temple Beth
Shalom. Dist: All (Sponsor: Ketchel) - Page 23
3. [AP] Request approval of ERMC Aviation, LLC's renewal for Preventative
Maintenance on the Boarding Bridges and Baggage Handling Systems at the Destin -
Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS). Dist: All - Page 25
Regular Meeting (South) Agenda May 19, 2026
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Tue May 5, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
Comisionados votarán sobre acuerdo de opioides con seis demandados
La junta considerará aprobar un acuerdo de conciliación con seis demandados remanentes en el litigio de opioides del condado, junto con audiencias públicas sobre dos planos maestros conceptuales de subdivisiones (River Park y Millwood Ranch). La agenda de consentimiento incluye 26 temas, como subvenciones para plataformas de aeropuertos, un contrato de reemplazo de techo y varias proclamaciones. Los asuntos departamentales cubren un acuerdo actualizado para el proyecto de arrecife artificial del SS United States y una donación para una exhibición de 'Charters of Freedom'.
- Acuerdo de conciliación con seis demandados remanentes en el litigio de opioides
- Plano maestro conceptual para la subdivisión River Park (audiencia pública)
- Plano maestro conceptual para la subdivisión Millwood Ranch (audiencia pública)
- Subvenciones de FDOT para expansión de plataforma de aeropuerto en los aeropuertos Destin-Fort Walton Beach y Destin Executive
- Reemplazo de techo por $398,790 para el Centro de Eventos Hwy 98
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Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
Tue Apr 21, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Policy Workshop
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Okaloosa analiza la política del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027 y los posibles impactos en el impuesto a la propiedad
La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Okaloosa llevará a cabo un taller para revisar los temas de política para el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027, incluyendo las tasas de millaje, la compensación de los empleados y el posible impacto de la legislación estatal de reforma del impuesto a la propiedad.
- Revisión de los temas de política del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027
- Discusión sobre los impactos de la reforma del impuesto a la propiedad
- Análisis de las fuentes de ingresos históricas y los saldos de fondos
- Actualización sobre la sesión legislativa de 2026
- Presentación sobre la exención de vivienda y las proyecciones de pérdida de ingresos
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Okaloosa County FY2027 Budget Policy Workshop
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, April 21, 2026– 9:00 AM
Okaloosa County Administration Building
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 4/16/2026 3:57 PM Page 1 of 1
I. Call to Order
A. Invocation B. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
III. John Hofstad - County Administrator
1. Okaloosa County FY2027 Budget Policy Workshop Presentation
Okaloosa County adheres to Title VI Nondiscrimination and Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable
accommodations for access to this meeting upon request. Please call the County Administrator’s Office at (850) 651 -
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be received at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting in order for Okaloosa County to provide the requested service.
All Okaloosa County Commission meetings are recorded. These videos can be viewed at www.myokaloosa.com.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA REQUEST
DATE: April 21, 2026
TO: Honorable Chairman and Distinguished Members of the Board
FROM: Faye Douglas
SUBJECT: Okaloosa County FY2027 Budget Policy Workshop
DEPARTMENT: OMB
BCC DISTRICT: All
Background: Policy discussion on the FY 2027 Budget. This will include historical revenue
streams, fund balance/reserves and deb …
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
El Condado considera un acuerdo interlocal de $3 millones para el redesarrollo costero de Shalimar
La Junta llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos proyectos de reemplazo de estaciones de bombeo por un total de $2.24 millones y una desafectación de derecho de vía. La agenda de consentimiento incluye más de dos docenas de artículos, como la asignación del fondo de liquidación de opioides, contratos de remoción de embarcaciones abandonadas y una proclamación. El negocio del departamento presenta un acuerdo interlocal de $3 millones con Shalimar para el redesarrollo costero y un intercambio de propiedades con Fort Walton Beach. Los comisionados también recibirán el informe financiero anual y discutirán una actualización sobre la propiedad del parque estatal.
- Acuerdo interlocal con la Ciudad de Shalimar para el redesarrollo costero cerca de Eglin Parkway, con un presupuesto total estimado de hasta $3 millones
- Audiencia pública para autorizar la construcción por cuenta propia de la Estación de Bombeo Pocahontas ($1,000,000) y la Estación de Bombeo Eglin Parkway ($1,240,000)
- Acuerdo de intercambio de propiedades con la Ciudad de Fort Walton Beach según los Estatutos de Florida
- Acuerdo sobre el despliegue del SS United States como arrecife artificial frente a la costa de Destin-Fort Walton Beach
- Orden de Trabajo 26 para el diseño del proyecto de la Tubería Principal de Transmisión de Alcantarillado I-10, por un monto no superior a $390,901
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Agenda Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, April 21, 2026– 8:30 AM Okaloosa County Administration Building In accordance with Section 286.011, Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
I. **Call to Order**
**A. Invocation -**Reverand Herstel Carter
Crosspoint Church, Niceville
**B. Pledge of Allegiance -**Niceville High School JROTC
##### II. County Administrator's Update
##### III. County Attorney's Update
##### IV. Clerk of Court's Update
V. **Public Comments-Please fill out a Speaker Card**
##### VI. Visitor
1. Presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) to the Board of County Commissioners for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, presented by Warren Averett LLC. Dist: All – Page 6
##### VII. Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 04.07.26 Regular Meeting. Dist: All – Page 32
2. [AP] Request approval of License Agreement between the County and FDOT. Dist: All – Page 40
3. [AP] Approve Annual Renewal Options for Airports Department General Engineering Services Contracts with RS&H, AVCON, HDR Engineering, ICE, and Mohsen Design Group. Dist: All – Page 51
Revised: 4/17/2026 1:50 PM Page 1 of 5
Regular Meeting (South) Agenda April 21, 2026
4. [AP] Request approval of Acknowledgement of Sublease between Hunter Grunden and Dr. Jason Boole at the Destin Executive Airport. Dist: All – Page 58
5. [CAO] Request approval of Business Agreement #V0231 with NWF Health Network allocating …
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Tue Apr 7, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
Audiencia pública sobre revisiones a las regulaciones de remolque y la tarifa de honorarios
La junta llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar revisiones al Artículo VI del Capítulo 12 del Código del Condado que regula el remolque y la tarifa de honorarios asociada. También votarán sobre elementos de la agenda de consentimiento, incluyendo reconocimiento a empleados, proclamas, adjudicaciones de contratos y resoluciones presupuestarias. Los asuntos departamentales incluyen una propuesta para comprar tres lotes vacantes en el centro de Crestview por $105,000, un acuerdo para tubos de rescate públicos en parques de playa, y un MOU de $50,000 para seguridad en buceo e iniciativas de arrecifes artificiales. Además, la junta discutirá cámaras de control de tráfico en los derechos de vía del condado.
- Audiencia pública para considerar revisiones a las regulaciones de remolque y la tarifa de honorarios (Dist: Todos)
- Compra de tres lotes vacantes en el centro de Crestview por $105,000 más costos de cierre (Dist: 3)
- Aprobación de acuerdo para instalación y mantenimiento de tubos de rescate públicos en los Parques de Playa del Condado de Okaloosa (Dist: 2,4,5)
- Aprobación de MOU de $50,000 con Divers Alert Network para seguridad en buceo y proyecto de arrecife artificial SS UNITED STATES (Dist: Todos)
- Discusión de cámaras de control de tráfico en los derechos de vía del condado (Dist: Todos)
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Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, April 7, 2026– 8:30 AM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on January 6, 2026
Revised: 4/6/2026 9:34 AM Page 1 of 4
I. Call to Order
A. Invocation - Assistant Pastor Elder, Sylvester Echols
First Church of God in Christ, Crestview
B. Pledge of Allegiance
II. Employee Awards
1. The Okaloosa County Administrator to recognize our most valuable asset, and that's
our employees for reaching their Employment Milestones and concluding their
service to the County with Retirement. – Page 5
III. County Administrator's Update
IV. County Attorney's Update
V. Clerk of Court's Update
VI. Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VII. Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 03.24.26 Regular Meeting.
Dist: All – Page 6
2. [CAO] Request approval of a Proclamation declaring April 2026 as "Exchange Club
Child Abuse Prevention Month” in Okaloosa County. Dist: All (Sponsor: Ketchel)
– Page 17
3. [CAO] Request re-appointment of Mr. Richard S. Johnson as the citizen
representative to the Value Adjustment Board for the 2026 Property Tax Year.
Dist: All – Page 19
4. [CAO] Keep Okaloosa Beautiful Advisory Committee. Dist: All – Page 21
Regular Meeting (North) Agenda April 7, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners Page 2 Printed 4/6/2026
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
Board to approve FY26 budget resolutions and major capital project funding
The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes and proclamations. Commissioners will vote on the FY26 Budget Resolutions and several large contracts and purchase orders totaling millions of dollars. Public hearings will be scheduled to discuss a new Magnolia Blossom Municipal Services Benefit Unit ordinance and waterway safety ordinance amendments. Additional items include approvals for major infrastructure projects like the 6th Avenue Sidewalk FDOT award and lift station replacements.
- Approve FY26 Budget Resolutions (Item 17, OMB)
- Approve $1,225,331 FDOT award for 6th Avenue Sidewalk Project (Department Business)
- Approve purchase order for three Ford F550 4x4 utility trucks for $228,432 (Item 21)
- Approve $468,166 FDOT award for Woodham Avenue Sidewalk Project (Item 30)
- Public hearing to consider ordinance creating Magnolia Blossom Municipal Services Benefit Unit (Public Hearing item 1)
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Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, March 24, 2026– 8:30 AM
Okaloosa County Administration Building
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on June 10, 2025
Revised: 3/19/2026 3:11 PM
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I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation - Lead Pastor – Dr. Wade Humphries
First Baptist Church Fort Walton Beach
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - Okaloosa County EMS Honor Guard
II.
Employee Awards
1. The Okaloosa County Administrator to recognize our most valuable asset, and that's
our employees for reaching their Employment Milestones and concluding their
service to the County with Retirement. - Page 7
III.
County Administrator's Update
IV.
County Attorney's Update
V.
Clerk of Court's Update
VI.
Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VII.
Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 03.03.26 Regular Meeting. Dist: All
- Page 8
2. [CAO] Representatives from the Okaloosa Saves, request approval of a Proclamation
declaring April 6th - 10th 2026 as "Okaloosa Saves & America Saves Week" in
Okaloosa County. Dist: All (Sponsor: Ketchel) - Page 15
3. [AP] Request approval of Contract Renewal for Baggage Airline Guest Services,
LLC at the Destin - Fort Walton Beach Airport. Dist: All - Page 17
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March 24, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
Board to consider $3.05 M waterfront property purchase
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will vote on a purchase and sale agreement for 1.7 acres of waterfront property off Eglin Parkway at the NE corner of the Shalimar Bridge for $3,050,000. Additional items include a single‑source dredging contract for Lake Clyde Channel ($275,000), a public hearing on a Local Option Infrastructure Surtax ordinance, and several public‑hearing advertisements for the Magnolia Blossom MSBU. The meeting also covers routine consent‑agenda approvals and departmental budget items.
- Purchase of 1.7‑acre waterfront property off Eglin Parkway for $3,050,000
- Single‑source dredging contract for Lake Clyde Channel, total $275,000
- Public hearing to consider adoption of an Ordinance for the Local Option Infrastructure Surtax
- Advertisement for public hearing on Magnolia Blossom MSBU creation
- Approval of City of Crestview FY26 municipal expenditure plan for Brookmeade Park RC Track, $333,212
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Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, March 3, 2026– 8:30 AM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on June 10, 2025
Revised: 2/26/2026 4:23 PM
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I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation - Chaplain Shane Hardesty
Okaloosa County Corrections
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - Crestview HS JROTC
II.
County Administrator's Update
III.
County Attorney's Update
IV.
Clerk of Court's Update
V.
Public Comments - - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VI.
Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 02.17.26 Regular Meeting. Dist: All
- Page 4
2. [CAO] Request approval of a Resolution clarifying permit requirements for clearing
land. Dist: All - Page 14
3. [CAO] Request Board approval to advertise for a public hearing on March 24th, for
an amendment to the “Waterway Safety Ordinance” by modifying a location-siting
standard and other minor language clarifications to that section. Dist: All - Page 18
4. [COR] Requests approval of the 1st Amendment with HomeWav, LLC for additional
equipment needed for use with inmate telecommunication services. Dist: All - Page 21
5. [OMB] Requests to auction the items listed in the attachment utilizing contract C24-
3933- PUR with The Public Group LLC. Sale proceeds will be receipted into the
applicable accounts at the close of the sale. Dist: All - Page 24
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
TDC to approve public safety reimbursements from tourist taxes
The Tourist Development Council will consider approving reimbursements for public safety expenses incurred during January, including Beach Safety and Destin Fire services. The body will also discuss updates to the Tourist Development Department manual and a media mission.
- Public Safety Reimbursement: $45,833.18 for Beach Safety, $54,907.06 for Destin Fire, $41,113.72 for Sheriff
- TDD Manual Update
- VF Canada Media Mission
- FY26/27 FWC Grant Application
- Brookemeade Park Expenditure Plan Addition
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~ Agenda ~
In accordance with Section 286.011, Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on October 2, 2025
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
8:30 AM Okaloosa County Administration Building
Tourist Development Council
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Printed 2/24/2026
Council Members & Staff
Honorable Doug Capps
City of Crestview Representative
Honorable Kevin Schmidt
City of Destin Representative
Honorable Bryce Jeter
City of Fort Walton Beach Representative
Ken Wampler Wampler (Chair) President, Newman-Dailey Resorts
Nick Sarra Sarra (Vice Chair)
COO, Saltwater Restaurants
Jackie Blue
Corporate Director of Sales, Odom Hotels
Brooklynn Spicer
Owner, The Spicer Edit
Heather Seely-Perez
Director of Sales, InterMountain Management
Jennifer Adams
Director, Okaloosa County Tourist Development Dept
Kerry Parsons
Legal Counsel, Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson PA
Pledge of Allegiance and Welcome (Chairman)
Attorney Update
Director Update
Public Comments Related to Current Agenda (3 minutes each)
I.
Items for TDC Approval/Recommendation
a. Jan 27, 2026 Meeting Minutes (Chair)
b. Public Safety Reimbursement (Charlotte Dunworth)
c. Brookemeade Park Expenditure Plan Addition (Charlotte Dunworth)
d. TDD Manual Update (Charlotte Dunworth)
e. VF Canada Media Mission (Stacey Young)
f. FY26/27 FWC Grant Application (Alex Fogg)
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
Board to approve $600,000 task order for Connecting the Collectors environmental study
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of contract approvals, lease assignments, budget resolutions, and a public hearing. Items include airport renovation services, a bridgework change order, a donation for an artificial reef, and a $600,000 task order for the Connecting the Collectors environmental study. The meeting also schedules a public hearing on a small‑scale plan amendment and rezoning request.
- Approve C25-4117-AP TO#3 ($149,354) design‑through‑bid services for Flight Service Station Renovation at Bob Sikes Airport (RS&H, Inc.)
- Approve Change Order 01 to AERO BridgeWorks, Inc. contract C25-4131‑AP, increasing total contract amount by $179,667 and extending the contract by 397 days
- Approve Task Order #11 under contract C24-3969‑PW with Kimley‑Horn and Associates, Inc., amounting to $600,000 for project management of the Connecting the Collectors Environmental Study
- Approve $75,000 donation agreement with Force Blue for the SS UNITED STATES artificial reef project
- Public hearing on CPA‑11‑25‑0001 and REZ‑11‑25‑0003: Small Scale Plan Amendment and rezoning request by property owner John Lourido‑Garcia
contractsbudgetairportsenvironmentzoninginfrastructuretransportation
Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
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Agenda
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, February 17, 2026– 8:30 AM
Okaloosa County Administration Building
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on June 10, 2025
Revised: 2/12/2026 6:05 PM
Page 1 of 4
I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation - Dr. Hestler Carter
Crosspoint Church Niceville
B.
Pledge of Allegiance -
Niceville High School JROTC
II.
County Administrator's Update
III.
County Attorney's Update
IV.
Clerk of Court's Update
V.
Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VI.
Visitor
1. Request acknowledgment of a collaborative effort between Okaloosa County and
Northwest Florida State College’s CNC Machining Program to fabricate
commemorative challenge coins using metal salvaged from the SS UNITED
STATES, with presentation of the coins to the Board of County Commissioners
during the meeting. Dist: All - Page 5
2. The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners will recognize the outgoing
members of the Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women (OCCSW)
for their dedicated service and contributions to the betterment of the residents of
Okaloosa County. Dist: All - Page 7
VII.
Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 02.03.26 Regular Meeting. Dist: All
- Page 8
Regular Meeting (South)
Agenda
February 17, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Page 2
Printed 2/12/2026
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
County approves $1.34 M Destination Stewardship Plan for virtual property development
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contract amendments, budget resolutions, and development plans at its February 3 meeting. Items include a $1.34 M tourism‑related stewardship plan, a $450,000 inmate commissary contract, and multiple infrastructure purchase orders. The board will also consider appointments and a $50,000 beach‑flag messaging contract.
- $1.34 M Destination Stewardship Plan approval (Tourist Development)
- $450,000 inmate commissary services amendment with Oasis Management Systems, Inc.
- $313,147.40 Change Orders #3 and #4 with Talcon Group for mass‑grading at Shoal River Gigasite
- $154,927 Purchase Order for Poquito Lift Station materials from Goforth Williamson Inc.
- $50,000 contract with JA Interactive for beach‑flag text messaging services
budgetcontractstourismpublic-safetyinfrastructure
Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
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Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, February 3, 2026– 8:30 AM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on June 10, 2025
Revised: 2/2/2026 3:38 PM
Page 1 of 4
I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation - Pastor Mike McVay
First Baptist Church of Laurel Hill
B.
Pledge of Allegiance -
Scouting USA’s Scout Troup #532
Chartered by Holt First Baptist Church
II.
Employee Awards
1. The Okaloosa County Administrator to recognize our most valuable asset, and that's
our employees for reaching their Employment Milestones and concluding their
service to the County with Retirement. - Page 5
III.
County Administrator's Update
IV.
County Attorney's Update
V.
Clerk of Court's Update
VI.
Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VII.
Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 01.06.26 and 01.20.26 Regular
Meetings. Dist: All - Page 6
2. [CAO] Request Board approval of Commissioner Paul Mixon's nomination to serve
on the Gulf Consortium as Vice Chairman. Dist: All - Page 24
3. [CAO] Request approval of District 3 appointment to the Okaloosa County
Commission on the Status of Women (OCCWS). Dist: All - Page 26
4. [CAO] Request consideration of an eighth Contract Amendment between Okaloosa
County and MV Transportation, Inc. Dist: All - Page 27
Regular Meeting (North)
Agenda
February 3, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners …
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Tourist Development Council - Regular Meeting
Council to vote on roughly $285,000 public safety reimbursement request
The Okaloosa County Tourist Development Council will consider three approval items: the December 2, 2025 meeting minutes, a public safety reimbursement covering November and December expenses for beach safety, Destin fire services, and the sheriff, and the FY 2026 Destination Stewardship Plan and its task order. The council will also receive informational updates on the Coleen Marine amendment, the SSUS Conservancy amendment, a Joy Gordon construction contract, and funding for Western Destin beach restoration mobilization. Public comments are scheduled before the meeting adjourns.
- Public Safety Reimbursement: Beach Safety $85,295.55; Destin Fire $101,492.46; Sheriff $98,076.98 (total approx. $285,000)
- FY 2026 Destination Stewardship Plan & Task Order (no dollar amount provided)
- Coleen Marine amendment 2 (information only)
- SSUS Conservancy first amendment (information only)
- Joy Gordon Construction Contract (information only)
public-safetyfinancetourismcontractsplanning
Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 Eglin Parkway N, Shalimar, FL 32579
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1250 Eglin Parkway N
Shalimar, FL 32579
Regular Meeting
http://www.myokaloosa.com
~ Agenda ~
In accordance with Section 286.011, Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on June 18, 2025
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
8:30 AM Okaloosa County Administration Building
Tourist Development Council
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Council Members & Staff
Honorable Drew T. Palmer
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners - Liaison
Honorable Doug Capps
City of Crestview Representative
Honorable Kevin Schmidt
City of Destin Representative
Honorable Bryce Jeter
City of Fort Walton Beach Representative
Ken Wampler Wampler (Chair) President, Newman-Dailey Resorts
Nick Sarra Sarra (Vice Chair)
COO, Saltwater Restaurants
Jackie Blue
Corporate Director of Sales, Odom Hotels
Brooklynn Spicer
Owner, The Spicer Edit
Heather Seely-Perez
Director of Sales, InterMountain Management
Jennifer Adams
Director, Okaloosa County Tourist Development Dept
Kerry Parsons
Legal Counsel, Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson PA
Pledge of Allegiance and Welcome (Chairman)
Attorney Update
Director Update
Public Comments Related to Current Agenda (3 minutes each)
I.
Items for TDC Approval/Recommendation
a. Dec 2, 2025 Meeting Minutes (Chair)
b. Public Safety Reimbursement (Charlotte Dunworth)
c. FY26 Destination Stewardship Plan & Task Order (Kerry Sutsko)
II.
Items for Information Purposes Only
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)
Board to allocate $10 million for SR 85 lane expansion in Crestview
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will consider several large financial items, including a $10 million surtax reserve for a state road widening project. Other items include contracts for a driver‑training facility and a waste‑organic grinding service, as well as smaller disbursements for crime prevention and beach restoration. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a small‑scale rezoning request.
- $10 M FY26 surtax reserve for FDOT SR 85 lane addition and reconstruction in Crestview
- $1,000,311.50 contract with C.W. Roberts for the Sheriff’s Office Driver Training Facility
- $675,000 surtax reserve for the Around the Mound Project #ST000048
- $300,000 FEMA mobilization charge for Western Destin Beach Restoration
- $3,000 Law Enforcement Trust Fund disbursement for crime prevention
budgettransportationpublic-workscontractsinfrastructuresafetydevelopment
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Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, January 20, 2026– 1:30 PM
Okaloosa County Administration Building
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on June 10, 2025
Revised: 1/15/2026 4:55 PM
Page 1 of 4
I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation - Lead Pastor James Ross
First Baptist Church on Bayshore in Niceville
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - Okaloosa County Honor Guard
II.
Employee Awards
1. The Okaloosa County Administrator to recognize our most valuable asset, and that's
our employees for reaching their Employment Milestones and concluding their
service to the County with Retirement. – Page 5
2. Presentation of H.E.R.O. Award – Page 6
III.
County Administrator's Update
IV.
County Attorney's Update
V.
Clerk of Court's Update
VI.
Public Comments - Please Fill out a Speaker Card
VII.
Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval to recognize a Proclamation for America250! in Okaloosa
County. Dist: All (Sponsor -Ketchel) – Page 9
2. [CAO] Request approval of Appointment of Linda Evanchyk from the Fort Walton
Beach Woman's Club to the Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women
(OCCSW). Dist: All – Page 11
Regular Meeting (South)
Agenda
January 20, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Page 2
Printed 1/15/2026
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)
Board considers $1.5M construction contract for Rigdon Center
The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will discuss various infrastructure projects, property acquisitions, and administrative appointments. The body is deciding on several contracts for stormwater improvements, park design, and facility construction.
- Contract with Joy Gordon Construction for $1,505,553 for Rigdon Center Concession and Restrooms Building
- Purchase of property in downtown Crestview at 292 W. Oakdale for $265,000
- Contract with Gulf Coast Utility Contractors, LLC for $375,250 for Union Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project
- Purchase of a portion of 630 West Sunset Blvd, Fort Walton Beach for $65,000
- Public hearing for Small Scale Plan Amendment and Rezoning (CPA-1125-0002 and REZ-1125-0004) for owner Billy Brown
constructionzoningreal-estateinfrastructureappointments
Crestview Courthouse, 101 East James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
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Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, January 6, 2026– 8:30 AM
Crestview Courthouse
In accordance with Section 286.011,
Florida Statutes, this meeting was publicly noticed on June 10, 2025
Revised: 12/31/2025 12:46 PM
Page 1 of 4
I.
Call to Order
A.
Invocation - Pastor Jason Allen
Woodlawn Baptist Church Crestview
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - Okaloosa County EMS Honor Guard
II.
County Administrator's Update
III.
County Attorney's Update
IV.
Clerk of Court's Update
V.
Public Comments - Please fill out a Speaker Card
VI.
Visitor
1. CDR Aaron B. Otis, Okaloosa County Department of Health seeking Concurrence of
the Appointment of Administrator for the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa
County. Dist: All - Page 5
VII.
Consent Agenda
1. [CAO] Request approval of the minutes for the 12.09.25 Regular Meeting. Dist: All
- Page 7
2. [CAO] Request approval to appoint John Hofstad as the Board's designated appointee
to the Tri-County Community Council (TCCC) for the calendar year 2026. Dist: All
- Page 18
3. [CAO] Update to the Board on the Chairman's selection of Commissioner
appointments for CY 2026. Dist: All - Page 21
Regular Meeting (North)
Agenda
January 6, 2026
Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners
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Printed 12/31/2025
4. [CAO] Request approval of and authorize the Chairman to execute a letter to Emerald
Coast Crime Stoppers, Inc. designating them as an agent of the County for the
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