BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSION AGENDA October 4, 2016

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1 BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSION AGENDA October 4, :00 P.M. LDR MINING UPDATES Ordinance Mining Comp Plan Updates Ordinance Mining Zoning Updates 5:00 P.M. REGULAR AGENDA I. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance II. III. IV. Approval of Agenda Approval of Consent Agenda Items 1. Expense Report 2. Minutes, August 2, 2016 Regular Session 3. Minutes, August 16, 2016 Regular Session 4. Minutes, September 20, 2016 Regular Session 5. Minutes, September 20, 2016 Budget Hearing 6. Resolution SJRWMD Permit Fee Reduction 7. Resolution SRWMD Permit Fee Reduction 8. Resolution DEP Permit Fee Reduction Public Comments V. Constitutional Officers VI. VII. Committee Reports New Business 1. Quiet Pines Exempt Subdivision; Chris Milton Action Item 2. Barney Bennette/Bill Henderson FDOT Work Program Priorities Information Only 3. Resolution Road Union Contract; Kennie Downing Action Item 4. Resolution EMS Union Amendment; Kennie Downing Action Item 5. Resolution Budget Amendment (Raises); Cheryl Rewis Action Item VIII. Old Business 1. Pending Business; Kennie Downing Information Only IX. County Manager 1. Approval of Roll-Off Container Purchase Action Item 2. Bid Results- Furnishing & Servicing Portable Toilets Action Item X. County Attorney XI. XII. Commissioner Comments Adjourn If any member of the public desires to appeal a decision made at these hearings, he or she will need a record of the proceedings and for that purpose he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is transcribed, which record would include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation of an interpreter to participate in these proceedings should contact the County Commissioners Office at (904) , at least 48 hours prior to the time of the hearing.

2 ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE 2020 BAKER COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, SPECIFICALLY POLICIES A.1.4.9, A , A , E.1.5.1, AND E RELATING TO BORROW PITS, FISH PONDS AND MINING REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FINDINGS BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS; PROVIDING DIRECTION TO STAFF; PROVIDING DIRECTION FOR RECORDING; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Community Planning Act; Section through , Florida Statutes, require that each local government prepare and adopt a comprehensive land use plan; and WHEREAS, Section , Florida Statutes, requires that any amendment to the Comprehensive Plan or any element or portion thereof be made by ordinance; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida wishes to amend certain policies contained within its 2020 Comprehensive Plan relating to borrow pits, fish ponds and mining regulations; and WHEREAS, during publically notices meetings, the Baker County Land Planning Agency has considered, workshopped and discussed the proposed amendments for more than a year and a half in order to include the opinions and comments of the citizens of Baker County and any other interested parties; and WHEREAS, a duly advertised public hearing was conducted on Thursday, June 15th, 2016, after 6:00 P.M. by the Baker County Local Planning Agency (LPA); and the LPA provided its recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida; and Baker County Ordinance Page 1

3 WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida considered the recommendations of the LPA at a duly advertised public hearing held on Tuesday, July, 2016, after 6:00 P.M. and approved the plan amendments; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida finds that the adoption of this ordinance and the amendments described herein are consistent with the goals objectives and policies of the Baker County Comprehensive Plan and is in the best interest of Baker County, Florida and its citizens. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida as follows: Section 1. Adoption and Incorporation of Recitals. The Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida hereby adopts the above recitals and incorporates them herein as a part of this ordinance. Section Comprehensive Plan Amended. The Baker County 2020 Comprehensive plan is amended as follows: A- Future Land Use Policy A Mining and Groundwater Supply Regulations The County shall prohibit mining operations from harming groundwater supplies in accordance with state regulations and potable water supplies. Policy A Mining Buffers and Reclamation Regulations The County shall require buffer zones of areas that cannot, for physical or ecological reasons, be restored around proposed mining areas and shall restrict mining operations to land outside of those buffers. Protection of water quality, appropriate waste Baker County Ordinance Page 2

4 disposal, revegetation and reclamation and restoration of surface waters, wetlands, water bodies, of mined lands shall be subject to the standards specified in Rule 16C (5),(6),(7),(9) and (10) FAC the Baker County Land Development Regulations and applicable state laws. Additionally, the County shall establish regulations relating to contouring, reclamation and restoration of mined lands. *** Policy A Agriculture A. Agriculture Ag A The category Ag A is intended for agricultural activities, such as silviculture crops, row crops, livestock, dairies, and other uses on a limited scale serving or ancillary to agricultural activities. Mining and Mineral Extraction (mining) activities are allowed, provided that before commencement of construction, such activities have a conceptual reclamation plan approved by Baker County and the Department of Environmental Protection (including activities in floodplains and wetlands areas) and any required state and federal permits for wetlands impacts and shall otherwise be managed in accordance with the provisions of the Conservation Element and the Land Development Regulations. Borrow pits and fish ponds are allowed. New residential uses at a maximum density of one dwelling unit per ten (10) acres shall be permitted. Baker County Ordinance Page 3

5 B. Agriculture Ag B The category Ag B is considered to be in transition because of development potential as a result of location. Ag B lands lie at the fringe of developing areas, along major transportation routes or are contained within the an area of numerous pockets of already developed parcels. Mining and Mineral Extraction activities are allowed, provided that before commencement of construction, such activities have a conceptual reclamation plan approved by Baker County and the Department of Environmental Protection (including activities in floodplains and wetlands areas) and any required state and federal permits for wetlands impacts and shall otherwise be managed in accordance with the provisions of the Conservation Element and the Land Development Regulations. Borrow pits and fish ponds are allowed. Ag B lands are intended to be used for small-scale agriculture activities such as cultivation of field crops, livestock, dairies or other uses on a limited scale. Ag B lands may be developed at a maximum density of one (1) dwelling unit per 7.5 acres. *** Policy E Minimize Mining Operations within Wetlands Impacts from mining operations within the County s wetlands shall be minimized through avoidance of disruption of wetlands, mitigation of wetlands through the use of wetland mitigation banks, creation of wetlands reclamation areas, or through requiring restoration or improvement of wetlands Baker County Ordinance Page 4

6 to their condition prior to mining according to type, nature, function, and extent at the same location when mining is approved in wetlands. Any mining approval by the County will be subject to approval from federal and state environmental permitting agencies and local government. The County shall adopt Land Development Regulations that: 1) define buffer zones between mining areas and resources that cannot be restored and restrict mining activities to the appropriate areas; 2) require identification and protection of archeological properties on sites proposed for mining; 3) restrict the use of land that contains economically recoverable mineral deposits and lies outside environmentally sensitive areas to activities that will not preclude later extraction of those minerals. *** Policy E The County, within its ability to do so under state law, shall prohibit any mining operations that would negatively impact the quality and quantity of groundwater and potable water supplies. Section 3. Purpose and Authority for Ordinance. This ordinance is adopted for the purpose of amending regulations relating to borrow pits, fish ponds and mining activities as set Baker County Ordinance Page 5

7 forth in the Baker County 2020 Comprehensive Plan and is adopted by the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida pursuant to the authority granted by Chapter 163, Florida Statutes. Section 4. Direction to Staff. A. Following the first approval of this ordinance by the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida, staff is directed to transmit a copy of this ordinance with any necessary supporting materials to the State of Florida, Department of Economic Opportunity for their comments and suggestions. B. Upon receipt of the response and comments from and by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, staff is further directed to provide careful analysis and response to the comments and suggestions made by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and to place this matter before the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida for final approval. C. Following final approval by the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida, staff is directed to transmit a final copy of this ordinance to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. Section 6. Effective Date of Ordinance. The effective date of this comprehensive plan amendment shall be 31 days after adoption by the Board of County Commissioners and after the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity notifies Baker County that this ordinance and the plan amendment package is in compliance with and in accordance with Section (3)(C)(4), Florida Statutes. Section 7. Recording of Ordinance. This ordinance shall be recorded by the Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida in the official records of Baker County. Baker County Ordinance Page 6

8 PASSED AND TRANSMITTED TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY on first reading, with a quorum present and voting, by the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida, in regular session, this day of July PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this day of, BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA ATTEST: JAMES G. BENNETT, Chairman STACIE HARVEY, Clerk to the Board Baker County Ordinance Page 7

9 ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE BAKER COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, SPECIFICALLY CHAPTER 24, SECTION 24-41, SECTION 24-77, SECTION , SECTION , SECTION , SECTION , SECTION , SECTION , SECTION , SECTION , AND SECTION , RELATING TO BORROW PITS, FISH PONDS AND MINING REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING DIRECTION TO STAFF; PROVIDING DIRECTION TO THE CODIFIER; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, in 1985 the State of Florida adopted the Local Government Comprehensive Planning and Land Development Regulations Act and Growth Management Act which required local governments to adopt comprehensive land use plans; and WHEREAS, following implementation of said regulations by the State of Florida, the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida adopted the Baker County Comprehensive Plan and Baker County Land Development Regulations; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida now desires to amended the portion of the land development regulations which will regulate borrow pits, fish ponds and mining; and WHEREAS, during publically notices meetings, the Baker County Land Planning Agency has considered, workshopped and discussed the proposed amendments for more than a year and a half in order to include the opinions and comments of the citizens of Baker County and any other interested parties; and Ordinance Page 1

10 WHEREAS, the amendments herein were presented to and were reviewed by the Baker County Land Planning Agency at a public hearing on June 15 th, 2016; and WHEREAS, the amendments herein were presented to and were reviewed by the Baker County Commissioners at a public hearing for a first reading on July, 2016; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida finds that the amendments herein are in compliance with and supports the goals, objectives and policies of the Baker County Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida finds that the adoption of this ordinance is in the best interest of Baker County, Florida and its citizens. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida as follows; Section 1. Adoption and Incorporation of Recitals. The Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida adopts the recitals outlined above and incorporates them herein as a part of this ordinance. Section 2. Authority for and Purpose of Ordinance. This ordinance is adopted by the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida pursuant to the authority established and granted by Florida law, specifically, Section , Florida Statutes, and is enacted with the purpose of amending the existing Baker County Land Development Regulations so as to provide consistency with the goals, objectives and policies of the 2020 Baker County Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance Page 2

11 Section 3. Land Development Regulations Amended. The Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida hereby amends the Baker County Land Development Regulations as follows: CHAPTER 24 ARTICLE II. - DEFINITIONS AND RULES OF CONSTRUCTION Sec Definitions. Borrow pit means any place or premises where dirt, soil, sand, gravel, or other material is removed below the grade of surrounding land for any purpose other than that necessary for and incidental to site grading or building construction or for use onsite. No processing on site is involved, except for the use of scalping screen to remove large rocks, wood and other debris. Construction, modification or expansion of a borrow pit shall comply with Chapter , Florida Administrative Code. Such a borrow pit with a total surface area of less than twenty (20) acres in size may be permitted in agricultural and industrial zoning districts and by special exception if twenty (20) acres or more in size. Borrow Pits are not considered mining, mineral extraction or excavation activities and shall be regulated pursuant to section *** Contouring means the returning of the affected land to a topographical state similar to the land s appearance prior to any mining activities. *** Excavation means the digging, stripping, or removal by any process of natural materials or deposits from their natural state and location, said materials and deposits include oil, gas, rock, stone, minerals, shell, sand, marl, peat and soil, but not Ordinance Page 3

12 sod. The term "excavation" shall not include fish ponds, borrow pits or the creation of water bodies undertaken as a part of a planned unit development or other subdivision or activities associated with the construction of stormwater management facilities. Excludes excavation solely in aid of on-site farming or on-site construction *** Fish pond means, generally, any natural or artificial area which has a discernible shoreline and ordinarily or intermittently contains water and which surface area generally spans less that than two acres in size, and which exists for the purpose of supporting marine aquatic life for casual harvesting or ornamental and/or landscaping design. Such a fish pond with a total surface area less than two acres in size may be permitted in any zoning district and shall comply with the following conditions: (a) the fish pond site is situated no closer than ten feet (10 ) from the nearest property line or structure; and (b) the fish pond is at least one hundred feet (100 ) from the nearest water body, including other fish ponds; and (c) the fish pond is created and maintains no steeper than a 4:1 slope from grade. Fish ponds with a surface area totaling more than two acres in size may be permitted by special exception in agricultural zoning districts, provided that: the parcel of land on which the fish pond is situated is at least ten acres in size; the applicant complies with policies E.1.5.1, and E of the county comprehensive plan; the fish Ordinance Page 4

13 pond site is situated no closer than 100 feet from an existing public roadway and no closer than 500 feet from any adjacent development or landowner; and the applicant obtains all necessary permits from the applicable water management district. See also section (i) (a). Construction, modification or expansion of a fish pond shall comply with Chapter , Florida Administrative Code. *** Heavy Minerals means resources found with sand deposits which have a specific gravity of not less than 2.8, and include an admixture of resources such as titanium, zircon and staurolite. *** Heavy Mineral Mining means a specialized type of mining which includes excavation, restoration and reclamation activities necessary for the extraction of Heavy Minerals; excludes the process of searching, prospecting, exploring, or investigating for heavy minerals. *** Mine means an area of land on which mining operations have been conducted, are being conducted, or are planned to be conducted, as the term is commonly used in the trade. *** Mining operation means all functions, work, facilities and activities in connection with the development, extraction (whether primary or secondary) or processing of mineral deposits on lands subject to the provisions of F.S. ch. 211, pt. II (F.S et seq.) and all uses reasonably incident thereto. Examples include, but are not Ordinance Page 5

14 limited to the construction of roads or other means of access, pipelines, waste disposal and storage, and recirculating water systems. The term "processing" shall not include rock drying or the processing of rock in a chemical processing plant. *** Mining unit means the number of acres which an operator will disturb or affect as part of the mining operation during the year's period covered by a reclamation application. *** Operator means the person engaged or seeking to be engaged in a mining (including reclamation) operation or any other person who is obligated to reclaim mined lands pursuant to F.S *** Overburden means the earth and other minerals which overlie the ore and which must be removed to gain access to the ore body. *** Re-vegetation means provision of either a diverse vegetation, native to the area, capable of self-regeneration at least equal in permanence to the natural vegetation or an agricultural or silvicultural crop suitable to the reclamation program and the surrounding areas. *** Reclamation means the reshaping of land disturbed or affected by mining operations to an appropriate contour considering the type of use prior to mining operations, during the mining operation, and planned use Ordinance Page 6

15 after reclamation, and the surrounding topography and shall include re-vegetation of the lands in an approved manner. *** Restoration means the return of the natural function of lands, waters, or a particular habitat or condition as nearly as possible to the state in which it existed prior to mining or excavation operations being commenced. *** Water body means those areas identified by the county as a lake, river, creek, stream, or estuary, as those bodies of water meandered or are altered by the government. *** Wetlands means those areas identified as regulated wetlands under state law, by rule of the Department of Environmental Protection and/or the St. Johns River Water Management District and/or U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. ARTICLE III. - ZONING DIVISION 1. GENERALLY Sec Definitions. Excavation see definition in section means the digging, stripping, or removal by any process of natural materials or deposits from their natural state and location, said materials and deposits to include oil, gas, rock, stone, minerals, shell, sand, marl, peat and soil, but not including sod. The term "excavation" shall not include fish ponds or the creation of water bodies undertaken as a part of a planned unit development or other subdivision nor shall it include activities Ordinance Page 7

16 associated with the construction of stormwater management facilities. Fish pond see definition in section means, generally, any natural or artificial area which has a discernible shoreline and ordinarily or intermittently contains water and which surface area generally spans less than two acres in size, and which exists for the purpose of supporting marine life for casual harvesting or ornamental and/or landscaping design. Such a fish pond with a total surface area less than two acres in size may be permitted in any zoning district. Fish ponds with a surface area totaling more than two acres in size may be permitted by special exception in agricultural zoning districts, provided that: the parcel of land on which the fish pond is situated is at least ten acres in size; the applicant complies with policies E.1.5.1, E of the county comprehensive plan; the fish pond site is situated no closer than 100 feet from an existing public roadway and no closer than 500 feet from any adjacent development or landowner; and the applicant obtains all necessary permits from the applicable water management district. See also section (i) regarding fish ponds. *** Ordinance Page 8

17 ARTICLE III. - ZONING DIVISION 3. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESTRICTIONS ON SPECIFIC USES Sec Mineral extraction and mining. (a) Mineral extraction defined. Mineral extraction shall include all activity which removes from the surface or beneath the surface of the land some material mineral resource, natural resource or other element of economic value, by means of mechanical excavation necessary to separate the desired material from an undesirable one; or to remove the strata or material which overlies or is above the desired material in its natural condition and position. Open pit mining includes, but is not limited to the excavation necessary to the extraction of sand, gravel, topsoil, limestone, sandstone, clay, oil and titanium. Mineral extraction excludes borrow pits which receive a permit under section or fish ponds allowed under section (b) Mining defined. The term "mining" means all functions, work, facilities and activities in connection with development, mineral extraction (whether primary or secondary) or processing of mineral deposits on land and all uses reasonably incident thereto,. Examples include, but are not limited to such as the construction of roads or other means of access, pipelines, waste disposal and storage, excavation and recirculating water systems but excludes borrow pits, fish ponds, excavation solely in aid of onsite farming, onsite construction and the process of searching, prospecting, exploring and investigating for minerals. The term "processing" shall not include rock drying or the processing of rock in a chemical processing plant. All mining, excavation and mineral extraction activities shall require a Mine Permit (see Ordinance Page 9

18 section (g)) to be approved by board of county commissioners as a planned development. All mining, excavation and mineral extraction activities must be located in an industrial zoning district or as a permissible use by mine permit and must comply with policies A.1.4.9, A , E.1.5.1, E.1.5.2, and E of the county comprehensive plan. Heavy mineral mining includes excavation activities necessary for the extraction of titanium materials, zircon and staurolite. (c) Intent. It is the County s intent of this section to provide for the control of conditions relating to mining, excavation or mineral extraction excavation activities within the county in order to protect the health, safety, welfare, environment and natural resources of the citizens of Baker county. It is the further intent of this section Further, the County intends to advance the clearly articulated, affirmatively expressed and actively supervised state policy as expressed in F.S. ch The criteria within this section are declared to be the minimum necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the county. Approval for mining, excavation and mineral extraction activities through permissible use and by mine permit (see section (g)) in the review process. (d) Additional definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Excavation means the digging, stripping, or removal by any process of natural materials or deposits from their natural state and location, said materials and deposits to include oil, Ordinance Page 10

19 gas, rock, stone, minerals, shell, sand, marl, peat and soil, but not including sod. The term "excavation" shall not include the creation of water bodies undertaken as a part of a planned unit development or other subdivision nor shall it include activities associated with the construction of stormwater management facilities. Mine means an area of land on which mining operations have been conducted, are being conducted, or are planned to be conducted, as the term is commonly used in the trade. Mining operation means all functions, work, facilities and activities in connection with the development, extraction (whether primary or secondary) or processing of mineral deposits on lands subject to the provisions of F.S. ch. 211, pt. II (F.S et seq.) and all uses reasonably incident thereto such as the construction of roads or other means of access, pipelines, waste disposal and storage, and recirculating water systems. The term "processing" shall not include rock drying or the processing of rock in a chemical processing plant. Mining unit means the number of acres which an operator will disturb or affect as part of the mining operation during the year's period covered by a reclamation application. Operator means the person engaged or seeking to be engaged in a mining or reclamation operation or any other person who is obligated to reclaim mined lands pursuant to F.S Ordinance Page 11

20 Overburden means the earth and other minerals which overlie the ore and which must be removed to gain access to the ore body. Re-vegetation means provision of either a diverse vegetation, native to the area, capable of self-regeneration at least equal in permanence to the natural vegetation or an agricultural or silvicultural crop suitable to the reclamation program and the surrounding areas. Reclamation means the reshaping of land disturbed or affected by mining operations to an appropriate contour considering the type of use prior to mining operations, during the mining operation, and planned use after reclamation, and the surrounding topography and shall include revegetation of the lands in an approved manner. Restoration means the return of the natural function of lands, waters, or a particular habitat or condition as nearly as possible to the state in which it existed prior to minor operations being commenced. Water body means those areas identified by the county as a lake, river, creek, stream, or estuary, as those bodies of water meandered or are altered by the government. Wetlands means those areas identified by rule of the Department of Environmental Regulation and/or the St. Johns River Water Management District and/or U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. (e)(d) Permitted uses. Activities associated with normal excavation and mining, Ordinance Page 12

21 excavation, reclamation, contouring, heavy mineral mining and mining operation activities as defined herein are permitted by right or as a permissible use by Mine Permit subject to the terms and conditions of Baker County s Land Development Regulations. (f)(e) Uses not permitted. Any use not described in subsection (e)(d) of this section as determined by the planning and zoning director or his designee. (g)(f) Location criteria. (1) Minimum lot size area is five ten acres. (2) Access to a public right-of-way. (3) The area to be mined must be located Located a minimum of 500 feet from a water body. (h)(g) Application requirements for Mine Permits. (1) The applicant shall be required to attend a pre-application conference with the planning and zoning department staff. The director shall invite, as a minimum, representatives from the St. Johns River Water Management District, and the Department of Environmental Protection to attend the conference. (2) The applicant shall complete the appropriate application forms as provided by the planning and zoning department which shall include: a boundary survey or sketch of the area to be mined; a legal description of the property; the name and address of the owner and, if applicable, evidence of the assignment of an agent who represents the owner; a topographic map Ordinance Page 13

22 at an appropriate scale showing existing contour lines, including all existing buildings, wooded areas, and unique natural features; the location of any habitat of threatened, endangered or special concern plant and animal species; the location of any wellfields on the property; the location of any high aquifer recharge areas; the location of floodplain within the property, approximate location of wetlands, environmentally sensitive lands and proposed setbacks, boundary survey including the U.S.D.A. Baker County soil survey, soil mapping units of all mining units and pay the applicable fee. (3) The applicant shall complete a site plan substantially in conformance with the requirements of section (c)(5). The specific requirements will be determined at the preapplication conference. (4) The applicant shall prepare an environmental assessment report that demonstrates the effects of the proposed operation on the groundwater resources, fugitive dust control measures and the land use within one mile of the site. (5) The applicant shall receive at least conceptual or preliminary approval from the any appropriate state agencies having jurisdiction. A contour map shall be provided to the Planning Department depicting topographic and drainage characteristics. (6) The applicant shall post a financial assurances performance bond in the amount of 100 percent of the cost of contouring, reclamation, restoration and re-vegetation as Ordinance Page 14

23 defined in the Reclamation Plan to ensure compliance with all state and local regulations. The applicant, at his option, may provide the amount as established by the board of county commissioners upon the advice of the planning and zoning director, in case, irrevocable letter of credit, negotiable certificate of deposit, or escrow agreement, to ensure that the excavation shall be performed in conformance with all state and local regulations. The provision of financial assurances to the state or a water management district pursuant to an Environmental Resource Permit shall be deemed to satisfy this requirement. (7) The applicant shall prepare a contouring, reclamation, restoration and re-vegetation plan ( reclamation plan") that would meet the requirements of a conceptual plan under Florida law and set the cost of reclamation as described hereafter. The reclamation plan shall include information necessary to confirm compliance with State and County reclamation requirements. The county hereby adopts F.A.C. ch. 62C-16 as the minimum criteria for excavation reclamation. For Heavy Mineral Mining, the information required for reclamation plans under Florida Administrative Code Rule 62C shall be included in the application unless otherwise approved by the County Manager. For reclamation of solid resources other than phosphate, limestone, heavy minerals and Fuller s Earth, the information required for reclamation plans under Rule Chapter 62C , Florida Administrative Code shall be included in the application unless otherwise approved by the County Manager. All such reclamation plans Ordinance Page 15

24 shall include information necessary to meet County requirements as well as the state requirements for reclamation. (8) In no case shall excavation occur within 100 feet of any public roadway except those roads on site or within 100 feet of the property line, and except where the approved mine area includes the crossing of a public roadway or the relocation of a public roadway. (9) Copies of the annual permits required by the department of natural resources and those that may be required by other state agencies shall be submitted concurrently to the planning and zoning director. (10)(9) Mine Permit General Conditions. All Mine Permits shall comply with each of the following protections: a. Reclamation Plan. All mining, excavation, reclamation, restoration, contouring, heavy mineral mining and mining operations shall comply with the County s approved reclamation plan. The Planning and Zoning Director shall require, at the applicant s expense, an independent written review by a State of Florida Licensed Professional Geo-technical Engineer of the reclamation plan, which reviews compliance with this chapter. Supervision of the reclaimed site shall be under the supervision of a State of Florida Licensed Professional Geotechnical Engineer to ensure the site(s) are returned, stabilized and suitable for future construction. Ordinance Page 16

25 b. Air Quality. All mining, excavation, reclamation, contouring, heavy mineral mining and mining operations shall undertake fugitive dust control measures. Where the operations area is within 500 feet of an existing residence, such area shall be buffered from the residence to address air, noise and other potentially negative impacts. Examples include a minimum 150 foot buffer of mature trees or natural or planted vegetation at least six feet in height or a stabilized earthen berm having at least four feet in height to remain in place until reclamation activities are undertaken in the area. No land clearing or non-prescribed burning shall take place within the buffer areas. No buffer is required where mining is adjacent to undeveloped land or silviculture. All buffering measures shall be approved by the Planning and Zoning Director. c. Land Resources. All excavation, mining and mineral extraction shall require reclamation, restoration and revegetation through the use of mulch, liquid, resinous adhesives with hydroseeding, sod, or supplemental seeding with native ground cover. All topographical features, drainage patterns and contouring shall be restored in accordance with the conceptual reclamation plan approved as part of the Mine Permit. Depending on climatic conditions, fertilizers Ordinance Page 17

26 will be added to stimulate ground cover. d. Water Resources. All excavation, mining and mineral extraction shall comply with federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations to ensure water quality is monitored and maintained. The permit holder shall send copies of groundwater monitoring reports through the completion of mining activities. e. Wetlands. All mined wetlands shall be reclaimed or mitigated as specified in the approved reclamation plan. f. Historical and Archaeological. Should regionally significant historical and archaeological resources be discovered in the course of development, the planning and zoning director shall be notified to investigate the significance of the findings. g. Wildlife and Plant Habitat. All mining, excavation, reclamation, contouring, heavy mineral mining and mining operations shall comply with federal and state laws, rules and regulations to conserve or improve the status of endangered and threatened animal species and preserve endangered, threatened, and commercially exploited plants. h. Prior to the commencement of excavation, mining and mineral extraction activities, any conceptual mine reclamation plan required by the Florida Department Ordinance Page 18

27 of Environmental Protection or other state agencies, as applicable, shall identify the reclamation and restoration requirements for the area to be mined. Copies of the permits issued by the Department of Environmental Protection and those that may be required by other state agencies shall be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Director when issued by such agencies. (h) Action by the board of county commissioners. In addition to the requirements of sec (g), the applicant shall provide all relevant factual data, materials and/or oral testimony to support the action requested in the application for a mine permit. The board of county commissioners shall also review written and/or oral comments from the public in accordance with its established procedures. After notice and two public hearings, the first of which may be conducted by the LPA, in accordance with Article X of this chapter and the county comprehensive plan, the board of county commissioners may enact an ordinance establishing a Mine Permit including any special conditions related thereto, after consideration of the following and based upon findings that: (1) The proposed Mine Permit does not affect adversely the environment or orderly development of the county and does not adversely impact surrounding land use. (2) The proposed Mine Permit is consistent with the County s goals, objectives and policies contained in the comprehensive plan. The board of Ordinance Page 19

28 county commissionerers shall consider: the physical characteristics of the subject parcel and surrounding lands; impact on the surrounding transportation network; the availability and capacity of public services; and applicable development standards promulgated by the board of county commissioners. (3) The proposed Mine Permit will not affect adversely the health and safety of residents or workers in the area and will not be detrimental to the use of adjacent properties or the general neighborhood. (4) If the proposed reclamation would result in substantial changes to the post mining topography, the County shall consider whether the proposed reclamation maintains or improves the uses and functions present on the site prior to commencement of the mining operations or provides alterations which serve a public purpose, such as enhancement of aquifer recharge, changes which maintain or improve the land's suitability for economic development, utilization by wildlife or recreational purposes. If the proposed reclamation would result in the creation of one or more permanent lakes, the County shall consider whether the lakes are shaped at their banks in a manner similar to naturally occurring lakes in the Baker County and Trail Ridge area, and whether the slopes are designed and shaped to be stable and afford opportunities for future access and use, and whether the proposed reclamation plan incorporates reasonable future uses of the lake(s). (5) If the board of county commissioners shall enact an ordinance Ordinance Page 20

29 approving a Mine Permit, the Mine Permit area shall be indicated on the official zoning map. All maps, plans, documents, agreements, stipulations, conditions, and safeguards constituting the development plan as finally approved shall be placed on file with the planning and zoning department and shall constitute the regulations for the specific Mine Permit that has been approved. All mining activities within the boundaries of the Mine Permit as approved shall take place in accord with such regulations. (6) Approval of an application for a Mine Permit by the board of county commissioners shall be contingent upon acceptance by the applicant within 30 days. (i) Approval of the Mine Permit. If a Mine Permit is approved with conditions which modify the development plan submitted for final approval, then after approval by the board of county commissioners, the applicant shall submit a revised development plan to the Planning and Zoning Director for review. The Planning and Zoning Director shall review the development plan for conformance with the ordinance passed under subsection (h) of this section. Action to approve, modify or deny the site development plan shall be taken by the Planning and Zoning Director within 30 days of receipt of the plan. (j) Appeals. Any injured or aggrieved party by the final actions of the County may present to the circuit court of the county a petition for writ of certiorari to review such final action as provided in section , F.S. Such petition shall be presented to such court within thirty (30) days after the date of such final action by the county. The appeal shall be in Ordinance Page 21

30 writing and shall identify with particularity the reasons why the decision of the County should be overturned based upon the applicable County criteria. Failure to file an appeal within said thirty (30) days shall be deemed a waiver of all appellate rights. (k) Limitations. No written application by an owner of real property for a mine permit for a particular parcel of property, or part thereof, shall be filed with the planning and zoning department until the expiration of twelve (12) calendar months from the date of denial of a written application for mine permit for such property, or part thereof, unless the board of county commissioners specially waives said waiting period based upon a consideration of the following factors: the new written application constitutes a proposed mine permit different from the one proposed in the denied written application; failure to waive the waiting period constitutes a hardship to the applicant resulting from mistake, inadvertence, or newly discovered matters of consideration. (i) Mining exception; fish ponds. A fish pond is any natural or artificial area which has a discernible shoreline and ordinarily or intermittently contains water and which surface area generally spans less that two acres in size, and which exists for the purpose of supporting marine life for casual harvesting or ornamental and/or landscaping design. Such a fish pond with a total surface area less than two acres in size may be permitted in any zoning district. Fish ponds with a surface area totaling more than two acres in size may be permitted by special exception in agricultural zoning districts, provided that: the parcel of land on which the fish pond is situated is at least ten acres in size; the applicant complies with policies E.1.5.1, E of Ordinance Page 22

31 the county comprehensive plan; the fish pond site is situated no closer than 100 feet from an existing public roadway and no closer than 500 feet from any adjacent development or landowner; and the applicant obtains all necessary permits from the applicable water management district. *** Sec Borrow Pits. (a) The applicant shall submit a site plan signed and sealed by a professional engineer registered in the State of Florida to the Planning Department illustrating the standards established in section (e). The Planning Department shall review the application within thirty (30) working days of submittal and issue a letter confirming that the application conforms to this Section. Borrow Pits with a surface area totaling less than twenty (20) acres in size may be permitted in agricultural and industrial zoning districts, or if a surface area totaling greater than twenty (20) acres in size may be permitted by special exception, provided that: the parcel of land on which the borrow pit is situated is at least twice the size of the proposed Borrow Pit; the applicant complies with policies E.1.5.1, and E of the county comprehensive plan; the borrow pit is situated no closer than 100 feet from an existing public roadway and no closer than 500 feet from any adjacent development or landowner. (b) The applicant shall obtain all permits from the water management district for Borrow Pit projects. The applicant shall be responsible for determining requirements of the water management district. The applicant shall provide the Planning Department with copies of said permits necessary to operate the Borrow Pit or, if Ordinance Page 23

32 the water management district determines no permit is required for the construction and operation of the Borrow Pit, written verification from the water management district exempting the Borrow Pit from the district s permitting requirements. (c) Where the water management district determines that no permit is required for the construction and operation of the Borrow Pit, the Borrow Pit shall be no closer than one hundred (100) feet setback from any property boundary not under common ownership. (d) Borrow Pits shall not be closer than one hundred (100) feet to any part of a septic tank system. (e) Application Requirements for Borrow Pits. An application for a Borrow Pit shall contain the following documentation: 1) All documentation required by the water management district; 2) Access to the project (note: owner to provide access to the appropriate county personnel for the purpose of inspection during normal working hours and at reasonable times when work is in progress); 3) Fence detail, if side slopes are less than four (4) feet horizontal to one (1) foot vertical (4:1) down to two (2) feet below mean low water level; 4) Location and setbacks to: property lines, structures, septic tanks, wetlands, right-of-way, easements and existing bodies of water; 5) Documentation of the seasonal high groundwater level using soil bore to determine lithology if excavation will Ordinance Page 24

33 be deeper than twelve (12) feet below the Seasonal High Ground Water Table Elevation as referenced in Rule 40C , F.A.C.; 6) Any access/haul roads that abut a public or private paved road shall provide for edge of pavement stabilization with a minimum depth of six (6) inches, which stabilization may consist of compacted crushed crete, lime rock, slag rock or asphalt millings, to protect pavement edge; and 7) Access points abutting a public or private road shall be no less than twelve (12) feet in width. (f) Duration of County Approval. County approval to operate a Borrow Pit shall expire on the expiration date of the permit(s) issued by the water management district. If the operator obtains an extension of the permit(s) by the district, the operator shall provide the Planning Department with a copy of the permit extension approval. The Planning Department shall extend County approval to operation of the Borrow Pit to that expiration date established by said water management district permit. In the event no permits are required by the water management district, then the County approval shall expire two (2) years from the date of the County s approval. Secs Reserved. *** DIVISION 4. - SPECIFIC DISTRICTS Sec AG 20 Agricultural District. (b) Permitted uses and structures Ordinance Page 25

34 (1) Within any Ag 20 district, permitted uses and structures allowed by right are as follows: o. Borrow pits with a surface area totaling less than twenty (20) acres in size which meet the requirements of Section (c) Permissible uses by special exception. (1) Kennel. (2) Wireless telecommunication facilities (see section ). (3) Semi-public uses. a. Club. b. Lodge. c. Recreational association. (4) Borrow pits with a surface area totaling greater than twenty (20) acres in size which meet the requirements of Section (d) Permissible use by mine permit. (1) Excavation, mining and mineral extraction (see section ; on ten acres or more). (d)(e) Permissible uses by limited notice. (1) None. (e)(f) Setback and other standards. *** Sec AG 10 Agricultural District. (b) Permitted uses and structures Ordinance Page 26

35 (1) Within any Ag 10 district, permitted uses and structures allowed by right are as follows: t. Borrow pits with a surface area totaling less than twenty (20) acres in size which meet the requirements of Section (c) Permissible uses by special exception. (5) Mineral extraction (see section ; on ten acres or more). (8) Borrow pits with a surface area totaling greater than twenty (20) acres in size which meet the requirements of Section (d) Permissible use by mine permit. (1) Excavation, mining and mineral extraction (see section ; on ten acres or more). (d)(e) Permissible uses by limited notice. (1) Day care center. (2) Home occupation. (e)(f) Setback and other standards. *** Sec AG 7.5 Agricultural District. (b) Permitted uses and structures (1) Within any Ag 7.5 district, permitted uses and structures allowed by right are as follows: r. Borrow pits with a surface area totaling less than twenty (20) acres in Ordinance Page 27

36 size which meet the requirements of Section (c) Permissible uses by special exception. (4) Mineral extraction (see section ; on ten acres or more). (9) Borrow pits with a surface area totaling greater than twenty (20) acres in size which meet the requirements of Section (d) Permissible use by mine permit. (1) Excavation, mining and mineral extraction (see section ; on ten acres or more). (d)(e) Permissible uses by limited notice. (1) Day care center. (2) Home occupation. (e)(f) Setback and other standards. *** Sec RCMH 2.5 Residential Conventional and Mobile Home District. (b) Permitted uses and structures. (1) Within any RCMH 2.5 district, permitted uses and structures allowed by right are as follows: g. Mineral extraction. *** Sec RCMH 1 Residential Conventional and Mobile Home District. Ordinance Page 28

37 (b) Permitted uses and structures. (1)Within any RCMH 1 district permitted uses and structures allowed by right are as follows: g. Mineral extraction. *** Sec I Industrial District. (a) Generally. (1) The provisions of this section apply to the I Industrial District. (2) This district is designed to encourage the grouping of industrial establishments at strategic locations in the county so that the economic base can be expanded, services and facilities provided and incompatible mixing of land uses avoided. This district is intended to apply to areas suitable for heavy industrial development or related uses. These uses may be potentially dangerous, noxious, or offensive to neighboring uses or the public due to smoke, odor, noise, and glare, fumes, gas, and vibration, threat of fire, explosion or emission of particulate matter or radiation. (3) Land designated for industrial use is intended for activities that are predominantly associated with manufacturing and with the extractive (mining) industry. The industrial district is designed to encourage the grouping of manufacturing and similar industrial establishments at strategic locations in the county so that the economic base can be expanded, services and facilities provided, and incompatible mixing of land uses Ordinance Page 29

38 avoided. Extractive industrial uses must conform to policies A.1.4.9, A , E.1.5.1, E and E of the county comprehensive plan which governs mining activities. (b) Permitted uses and structures. (1) Within any I district, permitted uses and structures allowed by right are as follows: l. Excavation, mining and mineral extraction with an approved mine permit (see section ; on ten acres or more). m. Borrow Pits which meet the requirements of Section *** Sec Applications, amendments and fees. (i) Fees. Reasonable fees sufficient to cover the costs of administration, inspection, publication of notice, consultant and legal fees, and similar matters may be charged to applicants for development agreements, mine permits, subdivision plat approval, special exception applications, sign permits, zoning amendments, zoning permits, variances, and other administrative relief. The amount of the fees charged shall be as established by resolution by the board of county commissioners (BOCC) and filed in the office of the clerk of the circuit court of the county. The fee shall be paid at the time of filing the application as follows: Mine Permit $20, Ordinance Page 30

39 Section 4. Repeal of Conflicting Provisions. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of said conflict, hereby repealed. Section 5. Severability of Provisions. Should any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance be held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision and shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion. Section 6. Direction to Staff. The Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida hereby instructs staff to take any and all necessary steps to ensure proper filing and codification of this ordinance and to do so as quickly and efficiently as possible. Section 7. Direction to Codifier. It is the intention of the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida that this ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Baker County Code, and that when codified; the sections and paragraphs of this ordinance may be renumbered or re-lettered accordingly to accomplish the intention of this ordinance. Section 8. Effective Date of Ordinance. This ordinance shall take effect pursuant to general law upon receipt of acknowledgment of the filing in the Office of the Secretary of State of the State of Florida. Ordinance Page 31

40 PASSED AND TRANSMITTED TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY on first reading, with a quorum present and voting, by the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County, Florida, in regular session, this day of July PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this day of, BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA ATTEST: JAMES G. BENNETT, Chairman STACIE HARVEY, Clerk to the Board Ordinance Page 32

41 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 1 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 001 GENERAL FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /16/ AMERICAN ENTERPRISE FIDELITY EMS UNION /16/ BEN FRANKLIN FINANC BEN FRANKLN LN 9/ /16/16 89 CAPITAL GUARDIAN TR CAPITAL GUARD. 9/ /16/ CARPENTERS INDUSTRI CARPENTER RD UNION /16/ DORIS COLLINS RFND 1/2 INS DED CO /16/ NATIONWIDE RETIREME PEBSCO DEF COMP 9/ /16/ RELIASTAR LIFE INSU RELIA STAR LIFE 9/ /16/ VALIC AIG VALIC DEF COMP /20/ CHRISTIAN B DOOLIN CONTRCT SERV FY , /20/ DGG UNIFORM AND APP BOOTS T KIRKLAND EM /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO ADMIN PEST CTRL /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO AG CTR/FL PEST CTRL /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO AN. CTRL PEST CONTL /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO CRTHSE/FL PEST CTRL /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO CT SERV/FL PEST CTR /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO EOC/FL PEST CTRL /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO HIST SOC/FL PEST CT /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO LIBRARY/FL PEST CTR /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO MAINT SHOP/PEST CTR /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO PROPRTY APP PEST CT /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO RECREATN/FL PEST CT /20/ FLORIDA PEST CONTRO TAX COLLTR PEST CTR TOTAL CHECK /20/ HAGAN ACE HARDWARE CHAIN/HOOK GRAB RE /20/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 45.30GAL REC /20/ NEXAIR OXYGEN X4 EMS /22/16 20 AMAZON LIBRARY BOOKS /22/16 20 AMAZON WE R MEMORY LIB /22/16 20 AMAZON LIBRARY BOOKS /22/16 20 AMAZON LIBRARY BOOKS /22/16 20 AMAZON BROTHER LC2013 LIB /22/16 20 AMAZON BROTHER PRINTER LIB /22/16 20 AMAZON LIBRARY BOOKS /22/16 20 AMAZON LIBRARY BOOKS /22/16 20 AMAZON BROTHER LC2013 LIB /22/16 20 AMAZON BROTHER PRINTER LIB /22/16 20 AMAZON LIBRARY BOOKS TOTAL CHECK

42 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 2 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 001 GENERAL FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /22/ ANIMAL CARE EQUIPME STANLSS STEEL POLE /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX ADMIN MATS /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS D COMBS /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS L KEEN /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS T ANDERSON /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS L CRAWFORD /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS A HODGES /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS WHITFIELD /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS L KEEN /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX AG CNTR MATS /22/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX CRTHSE MATS TOTAL CHECK /22/16 67 BENNETT S FEED FARM HORSE FEED/HAY ANML /22/ BIO CYCLE LLC MEDICAL WASTE EMS /22/ BOUND TREE MEDICAL NEB MASK/ALBUTER EM /22/ CANON FINANCIAL SER LEASE C5235 ENGINE, /22/ CARR, RIGGS & INGRA FINAL BILL 2015 AUD , /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY W MACC EMS /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY COURT SERV56 N 2ND /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY ADMIN OFFC 55 3RD /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY PUB DEFNDR WATR 3RD /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY TAXCOL/PA/SUPER /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY W OHIO MAINT /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY MACC AVE AG /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY CRTHOUSE 339 MACC /22/ CITY OF MACCLENNY BLDG WATER 55 3RD TOTAL CHECK , /22/ DALE WILLIAMS CONSU AUG2016 CONSULTING /22/ DAVID RICHARDSON/PE CPR/ACLS CARDS EMS /22/ ESRI INC ESRI ANNL LICENS16/ , /22/ ESRI INC LICNS AGREEMENT 16/ , TOTAL CHECK , /22/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 30.30GAL MAINT /22/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 21GAL ANML /22/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 18GAL EMS /22/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 14.70GAL EXTEN /22/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 17.30GAL MAINT TOTAL CHECK /22/ MACCLENNY MOWER AND GAL MIX OIL HEPP

43 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 3 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 001 GENERAL FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /22/ MAIL FINANCE QTRLY POST LEASE BL /22/ MED TECH RESOURCE I DEFIB PAP/PEROXID E /22/ MED TECH RESOURCE I IV AMSAF PRN CONN E /22/ MED TECH RESOURCE I GLUCOSE/NEB MASK EM TOTAL CHECK /22/ MURRAY FORD OF STAR R32 SENSOR MASS EMS /22/ STAPLES ADVANTAGE PLOTTER CARTRDGS /22/ STAPLES ADVANTAGE COPY PAP/TAB FLDR V TOTAL CHECK /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX ADMIN MATS /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS D COMBS /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS L KEEN /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS T ANDERSON /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS L CRAWFORD /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS A HODGES /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX UNIFORMS WHITFIELD TOTAL CHECK /28/16 63 BANK OF AMERICA STATE AID POSTAGE /28/16 63 BANK OF AMERICA STATE AID POSTAGE /28/16 63 BANK OF AMERICA SPRL BINDING COIL L TOTAL CHECK /28/ FPL COURT SERV BLDG/ /28/ FPL PUBLIC DEFENDER/3RD /28/ FPL ADMIN BLDG/3RD ST /28/ FPL E SHUEY AVE/B & /28/ FPL US90 COUNCIL ON AGI , /28/ FPL US90 COUNCIL ON AGI /28/ FPL OUTDOOR LGT COA US /28/ FPL COURT SERVICE BLDG/ , /28/ FPL OL 1 MINGER FIELD /28/ FPL REC.DEPT/SCOREBD/BL /28/ FPL REC. DEPT/KNABB CMP /28/ FPL SEC.LIGHT/BLAIR&N B /28/ FPL REC DEPT/KNABB SPRT /28/ FPL REC DP WMN SOFTBALL /28/ FPL N 5TH/OUTDOOR LG /28/ FPL REC DPT MINGER FIEL /28/ FPL TAX COLL/PA/ELECTIO , /28/ FPL VOLLEYB CT 25N 8TH /28/ FPL W MCIVER OLD JAI /28/ FPL TH ST SFTBL OL /28/ FPL WOMEN SOFTBALL FLD/ /28/ FPL TH ST SFTBL /28/ FPL AG CENTER FPL /28/ FPL EMERGENCY OP 1190 W

44 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 4 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 001 GENERAL FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /28/ FPL AG CENTER US HWY /28/ FPL AG CNTR/OUTDR LGHT /28/ FPL STORAGE BLDG/EOC TOTAL CHECK , /28/ JOWETT & WOOD INC SHOAL TIMBR SALE , /28/ JUDGE JOEY WILLIAMS IPAD CASE J WILLIAM /28/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 19GAL ANML /28/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 58GAL REC TOTAL CHECK /28/ MACCLENNY MOWER AND WEED EATER STRING R /28/ MACCLENNY VETERINAR VETERINARY SERV /28/ NEOFUNDS BY NEOPOST BLDG POSTAGE /28/ SOLANTIC OF JACKSON DRG SCRN J RHODEN E /28/ SOLANTIC OF JACKSON DRG SCRN K THOMPSON TOTAL CHECK /28/ STAPLES ADVANTAGE COPY PAPER EMS /28/ STAPLES ADVANTAGE SHIPPING LABELS ADM TOTAL CHECK /28/ TAYLOR MADE PINE ST PINESTRAW X380 CRTH , /28/ VERIZON WIRELESS WIRELESS SERV AUG E /28/ WAL MART COMMUNITY/ WATER/TRASH BAGS AN /28/ WAL MART COMMUNITY/ GIFT CARD/FRAME DAL /28/ WAL MART COMMUNITY/ SHOPVAC FILTERS MAI /28/ WAL MART COMMUNITY/ PRIMR/PAINT/ROL MAI /28/ WAL MART COMMUNITY/ WET/DRY VAC MAINT TOTAL CHECK /28/ ZENO OFFICE SOLUTIO COPIER MAINT 9.16 P TOTAL CASH ACCOUNT , TOTAL FUND ,824.85

45 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 5 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 103 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /20/ AIRGAS USA, LLC CYLINDER RNTAL /20/16 19 ALL BRITE SALES COM CASES PAP TOWEL /20/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX RD MATS CLEANED /20/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX RD UNIFORMS CLND TOTAL CHECK /20/ BEARD EQUIPMENT COM GRADER BLADES RD , /20/16 75 C&W ICE, LLC X10 LB BAGS ICE R /20/16 75 C&W ICE, LLC X10 LB BAGS RD TOTAL CHECK /20/ DUVAL ASPHALT TONS COLD MIX , /20/ GOODYEAR COMM. TIRE TIRES #197 RD /20/ L V HIERS INC GALS DIESEL RD , /20/ L V HIERS INC GALS REG GAS RD , /20/ L V HIERS INC SHOP OIL/CHEMICALS , TOTAL CHECK , /20/ MACCLENNY EQUIP & T #321SWITCH/IGNITIO /20/ MACCLENNY EQUIP & T #805SPACER/SPRING R TOTAL CHECK /20/ MACCLENNY MOTOR PAR RADIATOR HOSE # /20/ MACCLENNY TIRE AND #156TIRE MOUNT/BAL /20/ MORAN S MOTOR & WRE BATTERIES #427 RD /20/ MURPHY COMMUNICATIO ANTENNA CABLE CONN /20/ PRITCHETT TRUCKING LOADS LIMEROC RD , /20/ PRITCHETT TRUCKING LOADS LIMROCK RD , TOTAL CHECK , /20/ THOMPSON EQUIPMENT #125SPRING BUSHING /20/ TOM NEHL TRUCK COMP #191 OVERFLOW TANK /28/ AIRGAS USA, LLC OXYGEN 1 CYL RD /28/16 19 ALL BRITE SALES COM CASES TRASH BAG /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX RD MATS CLND 9/19/ /28/16 33 AUS CENTRAL LOCKBOX RD UNFRM CLND 9/19/ TOTAL CHECK /28/ BEARD EQUIPMENT COM GRADER BLADES RD ,128.10

46 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 6 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 103 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /28/16 75 C&W ICE, LLC X10 LB BAGS ICE R /28/ DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT ANNL STORAGE TANK R /28/ FPL ROAD DEPT/US90 CTY , /28/ HAGAN ACE HARDWARE SHOVELS X8 RD /28/ HAGAN ACE HARDWARE BAGS CONCRETE MIX /28/ HAGAN ACE HARDWARE AXE RD TOTAL CHECK /28/ L V HIERS INC GALS DIESEL RD , /28/ MACCLENNY MOTOR PAR #125 AIR BRAKE HOSE /28/ MACCLENNY MOTOR PAR GREASE/GLOVES RD /28/ MACCLENNY MOTOR PAR GLOVES RD TOTAL CHECK /28/ NORTH FLORIDA SPRIN #125 SPRING REPAIR /28/ PRITCHETT TRUCKING LOADS LIMEROCK R , /28/ RING POWER CORPORAT GRADER FILTERS RD /28/ RING POWER CORPORAT BLADE KIT FOR # TOTAL CHECK /28/ SAFETY KLEEN SYSTEM WASHER SOLVENT RD /28/ TARBOX CONSULTING A RSR SAFETY ISSUES R , /28/ WAL MART COMMUNITY/ PONCHOS HERMINE RD TOTAL CASH ACCOUNT , TOTAL FUND ,858.40

47 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 7 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 104 FINE & FORFEITURE FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /16/ JOEY B DOBSON, SHER CITY IMPACT FEE SO /20/ FERREIRA ENTERPRISE TRNSPORT L MEISTER /28/ BAKER CORRECTIONAL INMATE MEDICAL , /28/ BAKER CORRECTIONAL INMATE MEDICAL , TOTAL CHECK , /28/ BAKER CORRECTIONAL INMATE HOUSING JULY , /28/ BAKER CORRECTIONAL INMATE HOUSING AUGU , TOTAL CHECK , TOTAL CASH ACCOUNT , TOTAL FUND ,515.67

48 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 8 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 105 FIRE DEPARTMENT FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /20/ NORTHEAST FLORIDA P FUEL LINE/FILTER FI /28/ L V HIERS INC FUEL 19GAL FIRE TOTAL CASH ACCOUNT TOTAL FUND

49 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 10 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 116 SOLID WASTE CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /20/ HAGAN ACE HARDWARE CUYLER WTR PUM RPR /20/ IRON CONTAINER, LLC YRD/2 30 YRD R , /20/ L V HIERS INC GAL DIESEL RD , /20/ MACCLENNY MOTOR PAR #447 OIL/FUEL FILT /20/ NEXTRAN TRUCK CENTE MANIFOLD TUBE#255 S /20/ NEXTRAN TRUCK CENTE CR DI /4/16 S TOTAL CHECK /28/ SOUTHEASTERN SERVIC SITE ATTNDANT 9/18/ , /28/ TOM NEHL TRUCK COMP #447SLACKR ADJUSTR TOTAL CASH ACCOUNT , TOTAL FUND ,504.84

50 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 11 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 139 COURT INNOVATIONS TRUST CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /20/ QUALITY INTERNET SE PANIC BUTTONS TRI C TOTAL CASH ACCOUNT TOTAL FUND

51 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 12 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND SC FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /28/ HARRIS CORPORATION SOF ACCESS 154X , TOTAL CASH ACCOUNT , TOTAL FUND ,156.00

52 SUNGARD PENTAMATION PAGE NUMBER: 13 DATE: 09/28/2016 BAKER CO BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACCTPA21 TIME: 16:03:23 CHECK REGISTER BY FUND SELECTION CRITERIA: transact.trans_date> :00: ACCOUNTING PERIOD: 12/16 FUND 600 ROAD PAVING FUND CASH ACCT CHECK NO ISSUE DT VENDOR NAME DEPT/FUND ACCNT DESCRIPTION SALES TAX AMOUNT /20/16 56 BAKER COUNTY PRESS RFQ QUAL PAVING AD TOTAL CASH ACCOUNT TOTAL FUND TOTAL REPORT ,028.44

53 BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES August 2, 2016 The Baker County Board of Commissioners met in a scheduled meeting with the following members present: Chairman, James G. Bennett Commissioner Mark Hartley Commissioner James Croft Commissioner Gordon Crews Also Present: Absent: County Attorney, Rich Komando Clerk, Stacie D. Harvey County Manager, Kennie Downing Commissioner Jimmy Anderson Note: These meeting minutes are a summarized version of the actual discussions at the meeting. These are not verbatim transcripts. For a complete audio recording of the discussion please visit or contact Sara Little at sara.little@bakercountyfl.org REGULAR MEETING Chairman Bennett welcomed everyone in attendance and called the meeting to order. Commissioner Gordon Crews informed the Board and audience that Commissioner Jimmy Anderson will not be in attendance tonight due to an illness. Chairman James Bennett led in the invocation and pledge. Chairman Bennett requested that a change order to a SHIP contract for Angelina Tolliver be added to the agenda. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to add the item as an emergency action item. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Chairman Bennett called for approval of the regular agenda as amended. Commissioner James Croft moved to approve the regular agenda as amended. Commissioner mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Chairman Bennett called for approval of the consent agenda which consisted of: 1. Expense Report Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner James Croft seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Larry Morgan appeared before the Board to express his concerns over the southern pine beetle infestation at St. Mary Shoals Park. Mr. Morgan requested that the Board make this issue a top priority. Mr. Morgan stated that he was not satisfied with the timber management company. Chairman Bennett requested that staff follow-up with the timber management company and Mr. Morgan to address his concerns.

54 Page 2 MINUTES- Regular Session August 2, 2016 Mrs. Stacie Harvey informed the Board that her office will be holding the annual barbeque contest this weekend to raise funds for the meals on wheels program through the Council on Aging. Mrs. Harvey invited everyone to come out and support the event. Katie Ross representing Senator Bill Nelson s office appeared before the Board to introduce herself to the Board and residents. Mrs. Ross stated that if anyone needed any assistance from Senator Nelson please let her know. April Teel presented the annual State Aid to Libraries Grant for acceptance. Mrs. Teel stated that this grant did not have any changes from prior years and did not have any costs to the County. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to accept the grant. Commissioner James Croft seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Cheryl Rewis presented the Financial Report for updates. Mrs. Rewis stated that older projects that were closed out were removed from the list. Mrs. Rewis stated that the roof on the COA has been replaced and we are now shifting the focus to the interior repairs of the building. Mrs. Rewis stated that there is no remaining operating cash at this time. Reserves are now at $3.2 million. We are also expecting $1.1 million in reimbursement from FDOT for road projects. With that reimbursement the reserve balance will be approximately $4.3 million. Cheryl Rewis presented Resolution regarding a budget amendment. Mrs. Rewis stated that this amendment was to transfer the monthly draw for the Sherriff s Office from general fund to fine and forfeiture. Mrs. Rewis stated that the amendment totaled $120, Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to read Resolution by title. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. Rich Komando read resolution by title. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing opened the discussions for the maximum millage rate for FY 17/17. Mrs. Downing presented options that included the total expected expenses with several options for millage rate options. There was a lengthy discussion on the options presented. (Can be heard on audio file) Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to set the maximum millage rate at which is the current rate. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried 3-1 with Chairman James Bennett casting the dissenting vote. (Commissioner Jimmy Anderson was not present) Cheryl Rewis reminded the Board that budget hearings were set for September 6, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. and September 20, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Chairman Bennett discussed the 2016 TRIP (Transportation Regional Incentive Program) priorities. Chairman Bennett explained that the priorities must be approved by the Counties that participate. The priorities are as follows:

55 Page 3 MINUTES- Regular Session August 2, 2016 Baker County- Midpoint Parkway New Construction Clay County- CR 218 Widen to 4 lanes Duval County- New World Avenue New Construction Putnam County- US 17/SR 15 Wide to 4 lanes St. Johns County- Racetrack Road Widen to 4 lanes Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to approve the 2016 TRIP priorities list. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing presented the proposed employee benefits for medical and dental. Mrs. Downing stated that the insurance committee partnered with Owen and Associates to provide the best plan with the lowest rate possible. Renewal rates presented had an increase of 12.6%. Wendy Owen explained the loss ratio for Baker County and stated that it should be around 97% by the end of the year. The Board agreed that the County should fund the increased amounts for those benefits this year. This item will be on the agenda for August 16, 2016 for final approval. Sara Little presented change order number one for Mrs. Angelina Tolliver due to damages from termites to her home. Mrs. Little stated this change order totaled $9,700 for those repairs. If approved this change order would also bring Mrs. Tolliver s home over the project budget by $2,710. Mrs. Little requested approval to exceed the SHIP budget by $2,710 and for the Board to approve the change order in the amount of $9,700. Mrs. Little stated that additional termite inspections were yet to be performed and that other areas of repair could be located. Mrs. Little requested that the Board authorize the County Manager to approve any future change orders for Mrs. Tolliver due to termite damage so that there was not a delay in construction. Mrs. Little recommended that the Building Official also sign off on any additional change orders. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to declare this item as an emergency. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to approve to exceed the project budget by $2,710 and to allow the County Manager to execute any future change orders due to termite damage as verified by the County Building Official. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Commissioner James Croft moved to approve the change order in the amount of $9,700. Commissioner Gordon Crews seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing presented the 2017 Legislative Priorities to be submitted to the Northeast Florida Regional Council. Mrs. Downing stated that the priorities have not been changed since prior years. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to approve the 2017 priorities list. Commissioner James Croft seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing presented the pending business report. Mrs. Downing informed the Board there were no changes to the report at this time.

56 Page 4 MINUTES- Regular Session August 2, 2016 Rich Komando informed the Board that meetings with BCDC were being coordinated and will provide an update at the next Board meeting. Chairman Bennett requested staff to coordinate with Senator Bradley s office to use office space in the County one day a month. Meeting adjourned. Stacie D. Harvey, Clerk James G. Bennett, Chairman

57 BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES August 16, 2016 The Baker County Board of Commissioners met in a scheduled meeting with the following members present: Chairman, James G. Bennett Commissioner Mark Hartley Commissioner James Croft Commissioner Gordon Crews Commissioner Jimmy Anderson Also Present: County Attorney, Rich Komando Clerk, Stacie D. Harvey County Manager, Kennie Downing Note: These meeting minutes are a summarized version of the actual discussions at the meeting. These are not verbatim transcripts. For a complete audio recording of the discussion please visit or contact Sara Little at sara.little@bakercountyfl.org REGULAR MEETING Chairman Bennett welcomed everyone in attendance and called the meeting to order. Commissioner Mark Hartley led in the invocation and pledge. Chairman Bennett called for approval of the regular agenda. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to approve the regular agenda. Commissioner Gordon Crews seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Chairman Bennett called for approval of the consent agenda which consisted of: 1. Expense Report 2. Approval of Minutes; July 5, Regular Session 3. Approval of Minutes; July 5, Public Hearing Commissioner Mark Hartley moved to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Sara Little presented a request to expend court facility funds to repair the x-ray machine for the Courthouse. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to approve the request. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing informed the Board that a virtual suggestion box had been placed on the County website to encourage citizen input for budget reduction ideas. Currently there have been 66 suggestions submitted. Mrs. Downing stated that most suggestions were long term. The five most popular included the ban on alcohol sales on Sunday, closing offices one day a week, raising taxes, better communication among departments and utilize volunteers instead of filling vacant positions.

58 Page 2 MINUTES- Regular Session August 16, 2016 Kenning Downing informed the Board that the State of Florida has provided Baker County with funds for mosquito control. The funds have been set aside in the amount of $5,000 per month for approximately five months. The plan to use the funds will be developed and presented at a later date. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to accept the funds from the State of Florida. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Kennie Downing presented a contract renewal with Northeast Florida Regional Council for the Administration of SHIP funds. Mrs. Downing stated that the contract did not have any changes from prior years and held a one year term. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to approve the contract renewal. Commissioner James Croft seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing presented the employee medical, dental, vision and life benefits effective November 1, Mrs. Downing explained that the benefits did have an increased cost of 12.6% but that the policy was very close to the current plan. Mrs. Downing stated that some co-pays were increased for the employees but that overall, staff was satisfied with the plan. Chairman Bennett stated that the plan increase of 12.6% would be paid by the Board and not the employee. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to approve the benefits as presented with the Board of Commissioners funding the 12.6% increase. Commissioner Gordon Crews seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing presented the Board with an update on the southern pine beetle infestation at Shoals Park. Mrs. Downing stated that it appeared the beetles are back. Mrs. Downing presented a picture from a fly-over performed by Forester Andy Lamborn with the John Bethea State Forest. Mrs. Downing informed the Board that staff with Jowett & Wood and crews with Gator Timber will be on-site in the next few days to begin harvesting of the infected areas. Kennie Downing presented a contract with Jowett and Wood for the Shoals Park Forest Management plan. This plan gives the county the steps to take for the next 10 years for proper timber management of Shoals Park. Chairman Bennett stated that an was received from Taura Huxley regarding this plan. Her comments are included as an attachment to these minutes. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to approve the contract with Jowett and Wood. Commissioner Gordon Crews seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous.

59 Page 3c MINUTES- Regular Session August 16, 2016 Kennie Downing presented the pending business report for discussion as follows: - PENDING BUSINESS ITEM L:J PRIORITY l.:j STATUS l.:j START DATE L:J % COMPLETEL:J COMMENTS Courthouse HVAC conversion recommendation High In Progress 2/1/ % Will be presented at same time as new Courthouse MOU. Mining Ordinance will be reviewed further by BOCC after budget workshops are final. Additional LDR Revisions will be reviewed by the LPA LDR Revisions High In Progress 05/06/ % Signage discussed on July 28th. New draft policy is being reviewed by Staff. On hold while budget sessions are conducted. Resume October Purchasing Policy Revisions Normal In Progress 11/18/ % Contract for Timber Management Plan with Jowett & Shoals Park Timber Plan High In Progress I 25% Wood presented for consideration August 2nd Updated plans were received by staff on July 27th. They Midpoint Parkway Design High In Progress 75% are currently under review. Draft RFP being revised by Staff. Will present documents Grant Writing RFP High In Progress 06/07/2016 I 25% to BOCC for approval before advertisement We're drafting a letter to FCT asking them about revenuegenerating Bee Keeping at Shoals Park Low In Progress 07/05/2016 programs, including 0% beekeeping. Rich Komando updated the Board of the status of the BCDC bond review. Mr. Komando stated that he suggested the County needs to move toward a flat rate for budgeting purposes. Discussions will still be held in efforts to finalize those efforts. Kennie Downing updated the Board on the Recreation Assistant position. Mrs. Downing stated that James Rhoden has been hired and his start date was August 8, Meeting adjourned. Stacie D. Harvey, Clerk James G. Bennett, Chairman

60 Sara Little From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: T. Huxley Monday, August 15, :25 PM Mark Hartley; James Bennett; Kennie Downing Sara Little; comments on scope of work for FSP forest management scope.pdf Good afternoon Mr. Hartley, Mr. Bennett, and Ms. Downing, Please see attached document containing comments and questions on the scope of work for the Forest Stewardship Plan update. I respectfully request that these comments be given fair consideration and if the decision is made not to incorporate some or all of them, that a rationale be provided back to me. I also request responses to the questions posed. I understand you are all very busy so if it would be more efficient to go over it via phone or in person, I would be happy to set up a time to do so. Thank you, TauraHuxley 1

61 FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN AGREEMENT BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA & JOWETT & WOOD, INC. This Forest Management Plan Agreement (hereinafter Agreement ) is made and entered into between Baker County, Florida (hereinafter County ) and Jowett & Wood, Inc. (hereinafter J&W ). RECITALS WHEREAS, J&W desires to work as a professional consultant serving counties and other governmental bodies, and WHEREAS, Baker County is in need of professional services of consulting for the purpose of updating, developing and administering a Forest Management Plan Agreement; and WHEREAS, the parties wish to enter into this Agreement, to establish a contractual relationship, expectations and fees for the services rendered and to establish the guidelines for the professional consulting work to be performed. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of these premises, the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, and the mutual benefits to be received, the Parties agree the above recitals are true and correct and as follows: A. SCOPE OF WORK. J&W agrees to provide delivery of services and product described as the Forest Stewardship Plan (hereinafter Plan ) to the County for approximately ±2,568 acres known at St. Mary s River Shoals Recreation Park, (hereinafter Park ). B. PERFORMANCE PERIOD. The performance period for this Agreement shall begin after the final signing of each party, and shall commence until delivery and County s acceptance of the final version of the Forest Stewardship Plan, not to exceed three (3) years. C. DUTIES. J&W agrees to use their expertise and best efforts in performing the responsibilities described in this Agreement and as required by federal law, federal regulations, Florida law or Baker County ordinances and regulations. The parties agree to perform the duties identified below for the entire period of performance of this Agreement. 1 Comment [TH1]: This seems like an excessive amount of time for the services and deliverables specified. The current FSP is at the 10 year mark right now, so in September 2019 (give or take) 30% of the typical life cycle will have already passed. Suggest 18 months that is more than enough time to deliver everything specified in this scope of work. Actual milestones and deliverable deadlines are missing here. Important to specify dates and deliverables up front to avoid confusion later on during the project life cycle. This will in turn ensure best use of the county taxpayers dollars. e.g., Draft Forest Stewardship Plan delivered electronically to (project manager) NLT 01 September Draft FSP is submitted for public comment from 15 September September Government and public comments incorporated into revised draft FSP NLT 27 October hard copies and electronic copies on CDs to be submitted to (project manager) NLT 17 November 2017 and so forth.

62 (1) J&W shall: (a) Review the Florida Communities Trust Management Plans for St. Mary s Shoals Park; FCT Project Numbers FF# (Phase I) and FF8 (Phase II). (b) Update the County s 2005 Forest Stewardship Plan. (c) Prepare a new Stewardship Plan for the 840 adjoining acres acquired after (d) Evaluate existing timber resources and develop a harvest and reforestation plan to provide a sustainable source of revenue for the Park. Identify areas to be clear cut and replanted for long term sustainable revenue generation. Identify areas to be thinned, shelterwood, or seed tree cut and managed for natural regeneration. Identify areas to be reforested to restore the hydrology and species composition. Identify areas to be preserved for wildlife and wetland protection. Identify areas that will be converted to public recreational uses as described in the Florida Communities Trust Management Plan for St. Mary s Shoals Park. (e) Describe Best Practices for required resources management. (f) Ensure that all items contained in the Forest Stewardship Plan comply with the requirements of the Florida Communities Trust Management Plan for St. Mary s Shoals Park. (g) If requested by the County, to attend a public hearing to discuss the draft Forest Stewardship Plan, J&W shall attend such hearing to answer questions from the public and the County. (2) The County shall: (a) After presentation of an itemized bill for actual expenses incurred, promptly consider and pay for the work performed by J&W or its subcontractors as identified below. (b) Discuss with J&W and request changes to the draft Stewardship Plan if the County has concerns with the time of cutting and harvesting of forest products, or implementation of silvicultural practices. (c) Perform all other duties pursuant to this Agreement or applicable laws. Comment [TH2]: The intent here is for all of these items to be incorporated into a single updated Forest Stewardship Plan, correct? If yes, suggest clarifying this so there is no misunderstanding regarding the level of effort, deliverables, etc. Comment [TH3]: Best management practices should be described and required to be implemented as a part of the new FSP. If BMPs are not required to be implemented, request rationale for the decision. Comment [TH4]: Please include timeframe allowance for a public comment period. (3) The failure to perform any duty specifically identified in this contract will constitute a breach of this Agreement. Both parties agree the duties identified herein are reasonable, necessary and proper for the performance of their obligations. D. COMPENSATION. The County agrees to pay J&W for all professional services described in this Agreement for the sum up to a maximum of $4, Payment will be tendered within thirty (30) days upon receipt of an approved invoice. The books and records J&W, as they may apply to this agreement, will be made available 2

63 upon request of the County, for audit by local, State, or Federal personnel. Additionally, financial records, supporting documents and other records pertinent to this contract shall be retained by J&W for a period of three (3) years from the date of submission of the final invoice. The period of access and examination described above for the records which relate to (I) litigation or settlement, or (2) costs and expenses of this contract as to when exception has been taken by any of the organizations named above shall continue until such litigation, claims or exceptions have been disposed. E. PROJECT CONTROL. J&W through its Project Leader or designee, will maintain continuing communication with a designated liaison for the County. J&W's Project Leader is not authorized to change any element of this Agreement. Comment [TH5]: Who will have oversight of this project, and what are their technical qualifications? F. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. J&W is an independent contractor in the performance of this Agreement and J&W will be responsible for official actions of their respective employees or agents in the scope of their official employment. G. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. J&W shall notify the County of any potential conflict of interest resulting from the representation of or service to other clients. Any potential conflict of interest of J&W will be resolved in accordance with state law and regulations. H. SUBCONTRACTORS. J&W must obtain the written approval from the County before subcontracting any portion of this contract. No such approval by the County of any subcontract shall be deemed in any way to provide for the incurrence of any obligation of the County in excess of the terms of this contract. I. INSURANCE. J&W affirms that at all times during the term of this Agreement, it shall have in force valid Worker s Compensation insurance covering all of its employees, as well as General Liability Insurance with a policy limit of no less than $1,000,000 per incident or occurrence, and Errors and Omissions insurance coverage with a policy limit of no less than $100,000. J&W shall give County timely notice of the cancellation or lapse of any of the above policies. County shall be a named insured on the above policies. J. INDEMNIFICATION. Subject to the limitations set forth in Section , Florida Statutes, and without waiving the sovereign immunity of the County, J&W shall defend, hold harmless, and indemnify the County against any action for any injury or damage suffered as a result of any act, event, or omission of action committed by J&W within the scope of this Agreement. The provisions of this section include, but are not limited to acts or omissions committed while acting during the scope of this Agreement, committed in bad faith or with malicious purpose or in a manner exhibiting wanton and willful disregard of human rights, safety, property or civil rights. In such instance, J&W shall reimburse the County for any legal fees and expenses the County has incurred or otherwise paid, for or on her behalf, in connection with the charged conduct. Said indemnification shall extend beyond the termination or expiration of this Agreement to provide protection for any such acts undertaken or committed by J&W, regardless of whether the notice of claim or filing of a lawsuit occurs during or following the term of this 3

64 Agreement. K. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties relative to the Services to be provided to County and no representations, inducements, promises or agreements, oral or otherwise, between the parties not embodied in the Agreement will be of any force or effect. L. AMENDMENTS. This Agreement may only be changed by written amendment, after approval by the Board of County Commission of Baker County, Florida, and signed by both parties. M. TERMINATION. This Agreement may be terminated, with or without cause and for convenience, by either party by giving thirty (30) days written notice to the other party. N. ASSIGNABILITY. This Agreement is non assignable by either party. O. NOTICE. Notice pursuant to this Agreement shall be given to the addresses as follows: Baker: J&W: Board of County Commissioners Jowett & Wood, Inc. Baker County, Florida W. Leonard Wood, ACF 55 North 3rd Street 5317 S. Fletcher Avenue Macclenny, Florida Fernandina Beach, Florida Alternatively, notice required pursuant to this Agreement may be personally served in the same manner as is applicable to civil judicial practice. Notice shall be deemed given as of the date of personal service or as the date of deposit of such written notice in the course of transmission in the United States Postal Service. P. SEVERABILITY. The invalidity of any portion of this Agreement by a court of competent jurisdiction will not affect the validity of any other provision. In the event that any provision of this Agreement is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall be deemed to be in full force and effect as if they have been executed by both parties subsequent to the expungement or judicial modification of the invalid provision. Q. CONFLICT. In the event of any conflict between the terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement and the provisions of Baker s policies, ordinances, rules, regulations, or any permissive state or federal law, then, unless otherwise prohibited by law, the terms of this Agreement shall take precedence over contrary provisions during the term of this Agreement. R. ATTORNEY S FEES & COSTS. In the event of a dispute arising under this Agreement, whether or not a lawsuit or other proceeding is filed, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys fees and costs, including attorneys fees and costs incurred in litigating entitlement to attorneys fees and costs, as well as in 4

65 determining or quantifying the amount of recoverable attorneys fees and costs. The reasonable costs to which the prevailing party is entitled shall include costs that are taxable under any applicable statute, rule, or guideline, as well as non-taxable costs, including, but not limited to, costs of investigation, copying costs, electronic discovery costs, telephone charges, mailing and delivery charges, information technology support charges, consultant and expert witness fees, travel expenses, court reporter fees, and mediator fees, regardless of whether such costs are otherwise taxable. S. WAIVER. The waiver by either party of a breach of any provision of this Agreement by the other shall not operate or be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach by that party. T. VENUE. This Agreement shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the State of Florida. In the event of any dispute or disagreement between Baker and J&W, the sole and exclusive venue and jurisdiction shall be in Baker County, Florida. U. COUNTERPARTS. This Agreement may be executed in duplicate or counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall be deemed one and the same instrument. No term, condition or covenant of this Agreement shall be binding on either party until both parties have signed it. V. EFFECTIVE DATE. The effective date of this Agreement shall be the last date it is executed by either of the parties to this Agreement. W. AUTHORIZATION. County and J&W acknowledge that they are duly authorized by appropriate corporate action to enter into this Agreement and that this Agreement is being signed by duly authorized agents authorized to act on their respective behalf. [The remainder of this page is left blank intentionally] 5

66 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the Parties has caused this Agreement to be executed on its behalf as of the date and year written below. Executed by the COUNTY this day of August BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BAKER COUNTY, FLORIDA By: James G. Bennett, Chair ATTEST: Stacie Harvey, Clerk of Courts Executed by J&W this day of August Witnesses: Signature Print Name W. Leonard Wood, ACF Authorized Representative of J&W Signature Print Name

67 BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES September 20, 2016 The Baker County Board of Commissioners met in a scheduled meeting with the following members present: Chairman, James G. Bennett Commissioner Mark Hartley Commissioner James Croft Commissioner Gordon Crews Commissioner Jimmy Anderson Also Present: County Attorney, Rich Komando Clerk, Stacie D. Harvey County Manager, Kennie Downing Note: These meeting minutes are a summarized version of the actual discussions at the meeting. These are not verbatim transcripts. For a complete audio recording of the discussion please visit or contact Sara Little at sara.little@bakercountyfl.org REGULAR MEETING Chairman Bennett welcomed everyone in attendance and called the meeting to order. Commissioner Gordon Crews led in the invocation and pledge. Chairman Bennett called for approval of the regular agenda. Commissioner James Croft moved to approve the regular agenda as amended. Commissioner mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Chairman Bennett called for approval of the consent agenda which consisted of: 1. Expense Report 2. Minutes, September 6, 2016 Regular Session 3. Minutes, September 6, 2016 Budget Hearing 4. Resolution ; Conservation of Funding for Water Conservation Commissioner Mark Hartley moved to approve the consent agenda. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Chairman Bennett called for public comments. Mrs. Willie Mae Moore appeared before the Board requesting updates and repairs to Olustee Park. Some of the requests included installation of electricity access, trimming of trees and shrubs, a new grill and volleyball net. The Board explained to Mrs. Moore that the County did not own Olustee Park and only leased the property from Mrs. Faye Hall. The Board requested that the County Manager contact Mrs. Hall to ensure she is okay with the requests. Chairman Bennett recognized employees from the Sheriff s Office and Public Works for their

68 Page 2 MINUTES- Regular Session September 20, 2016 efforts during and after Hurricane Hermine. The Board awarded each employee with a certificate of appreciation. Those employees recognized were: Vic Givens Derek Combs Jamie Raulerson David Crawford David White Mikell Bennett, Jr. Mary Chrjapin Chris Mann Jesse Stewart John Royal Gary Blue Dale McDonald Jason Mulkey Mark Norman Mike Pringle Jason Dyal Jeremiah Johnson John Murphy Jeff Davis Chris Walker Jake Betros Jimmy Marker Lauren Marker Victoria McKenzie Lindsey Thomas Kennedy Warner Evelyn Rhodes Brad Dougherty Dave Murray Clements Leo Peter Quinley Rebecca Parker Whitney Crews Stephen Grant Ed Preston appeared before the Board to present the SHIP annual closeout report for FY 13/14. Mr. Preston explained that the County had three years to spend each fiscal year funds which is why FY 13/14 is just being closed out. Mr. Preston stated that this report is sent to the State and explains exactly how SHIP funds were spent for that year. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to approve the annual report. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Ed Preston also informed the Board that the County had been awarded SHIP funding for FY 16/17 in the amount of $350,000. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to accept the funding. Commissioner James Croft seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Cheryl Rewis presented Resolution regarding budget amendments. Mrs. Rewis explained that this amendment was for inmate medical costs to the County for June and July and actual inmate housing expenditures for July and August. This amendment totaled $87,553. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to read Resolution by title. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson seconded the motion. Rich Komando read Resolution by title. The motion carried unanimous. Pete Quinley presented a 911 Rural County Grant Application for Board consideration. Mr. Quinley explained that the grant can only be used to purchase equipment and maintain the 911 system. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to approve the Chairman to execute the 2016

69 Page 3 MINUTES- Regular Session September 20, 2016 Rural County 911 grant application. Commissioner Gordon Crews seconded the motion. The motion carries unanimous. Cheryl Rewis presented the financial report. Mrs. Rewis stated that reimbursement was received from FDOT in the amount of $1.1 million. With the reimbursement the County reserves totaled approximately $4 million. Shoals Park did receive additional funding from the sale of pine beetle infected timber. That account now has approximately $100,682. Kennie Downing presented the pending business report as follows: - l:j B PENDING BUSINESS ITEM PRIORITY STATUS START DATE % COMPLETE COMMENTS Courthouse HVAC conversion recommendation High In Progress 2/1/ % Will be presented at same time as new Courthouse MOU. Mining Ordinance will be reviewed further by BOCC after budget workshops are final. Additional LDR Revisions will be reviewed by the LPA. On LDR Revisions High In Progress 05/06/ % 9/22/16 discussing signage LDR revision. + New draft policy has been resumed. Staff has requested 1 more week to make changes recommendations. Purchasing Policy Revisions Normal In Progress 11/18/ % Already sent draft to Attorney. Contract to develop timber management plan approved Shoals Park Timber Plan High In Progress 25% August 16th. Plan takes 3 4 months to draft. + I + Updated plans were received by staff on July 27th. They Midpoint Parkway Design High In Progress 75% are currently under review. The request to advertise the RFP for grant writing and Grant Writing RFP High In Progress 06/07/ % administration services is on 9/20/16 agenda. + FCT confirmed receipt of the County's letter. FCT is reveiwing the County's proposal for possible Bee Keeping at Shoals Park Low In Progress 07/05/2016 0% beekeeping. -j L:J Commissioner Gordon Crews requested that Olustee Park be added to the pending business report based on the request of Mrs. Moore earlier in this meeting. Kennie Downing updated the Board on the response to State funding for mosquito control. Mrs. Downing explained that it has been determined that spraying for mosquitos can harm or kill nearby honey bee populations. Mrs. Downing requested that the County issue an RFP to contract with a mosquito treatment company to address the concerns of residents. (A lengthy discussion was held). The Board directed Mrs. Downing to coordinate with the extension office to provide residents with mosquito spray for their yards and dunks for standing water on their property. Both products can be applied by the homeowner. The Board also decided to issue to RFP for mosquito spraying. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to advertise the RFP for mosquito control. Commissioner Gordon Crews seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing updated the Board on the status of the EMS roof repair. Mrs. Downing stated that an estimate from Dugard Construction was received and staff recommended approval. Mrs. Downing explained that insurance will cover this expense. The County is only responsible for a

70 Page 4 MINUTES- Regular Session September 20, 2016 $15,000 deductible. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to approve the estimate from Dugard Construction in the amount of $64,700. Commissioner Gordon Crews seconded the motion. Kennie Downing presented an RFP for grant writing and administration for advertisement. Mrs. Downing explained that the County would be looking for a company to seek grants on the County s behalf and to be paid from the administration fees if the grants are awarded to the County. Commissioner Mark Hartley moved to approve the RFP for grant writing and administration for advertisement. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing presented a contract extension with Florida Recreation Trails program for Shoals Park Phase III which was for the maintenance of existing trails at Shoals Park. Mrs. Downing explained that the County was awarded these funds in 2014 but there were not any funds expended. The current contract expires before the end of September 2016 however, FCT has agreed to give the County a one year extension. This grant totaled $173,280 and required $43,320 in in-kind funds for a total of $216,600. This extension would allow the county to utilize the funds and extend the contract to September 15, Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to approve the contract extension and use of the funds for Shoals Park Phase III. Commissioner James Croft seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Kennie Downing requested that the Board set workshop dates to discuss the mining regulation updates. Commissioner Gordon Crews suggested holding workshops before the regular schedule Board meetings beginning at 4:00 p.m. The Board agreed with this suggestion and stated that that first workshop will be held on October 4, 2016 at 4:00p.m. Kennie Downing presented an invitation for bid for county vehicle maintenance and repair and requested the item be advertised. Mrs. Downing stated this bid would allow all County departments to have repair work done on their vehicles and would eliminate the need for receiving quotes and bids for every vehicle individually. Mrs. Downing stated that this bid could also allow any constitutional officers to participate if they would like. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to approve the advertisement. Commissioner Gordon Crews seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous. Rich Komando presented a FDOT property transfer to the County. Mr. Komando stated that the County accepted the transfer by contract with FDOT back in 2004 for the right of way on 229. However, the transfer never actually happened. He was contact by FDOT to complete the transfer. Mr. Komando explained that there was no action needed by the Board at this time and that the transfer map would need to be recorded with the Clerk of Courts. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson moved to adjourn. Stacie D. Harvey, Clerk James G. Bennett, Chairman

71 BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES September 20, 2016 The Baker County Board of Commissioners met in a scheduled meeting with the following members present: Chairman, James G. Bennett Commissioner Mark Hartley Commissioner James Croft Commissioner Gordon Crews Commissioner Jimmy Anderson Also Present: County Attorney, Rich Komando Clerk, Stacie D. Harvey County Manager, Kennie Downing Note: These meeting minutes are a summarized version of the actual discussions at the meeting. These are not verbatim transcripts. For a complete audio recording of the discussion please visit or contact Sara Little at sara.little@bakercountyfl.org BUDGET HEARING Chairman Bennett called the meeting to budget hearing to order and welcomed everyone in attendance. Chairman Bennett stated that two items would be approved tonight, the final millage rate and final budget. Chairman Bennett explained the process for adoption and the function of the public hearings. Chairman Bennett called for a motion to read Resolution Tentative Millage by title. Commissioner James Croft moved to read Resolution by title. Commissioner Jimmy Anderson seconded the motion. Rich Komando read Resolution by title. Chairman Bennett stated "this public hearing is to present the proposed budget of Baker County to the public for comments, questions and review and to make changes if desired by the County. The process for budget adoption is detailed precisely in Florida Statutes and we must comply with those directives. The very first order of business is to discuss the final millage, the rolled-back millage rate, and reasons for the increase in ad valorem tax revenues. I will turn this discussion over to our County Manager to make certain that we meet all of the required communications. Kennie Downing stated the name of the taxing authority is Baker County, Florida. The County Commission s final budget for FY 2016/2017 reflects a millage rate of That millage can be compared to the current millage rate which is , and to the rolled back millage rate which is The rolled back rate is a calculation which brings in the same tax dollars next year as for this year excluding new construction. I am required by Statutes to state the percent increase of the final millage compared to the roll back. This is a positive number, because it is an increase. The final rate is a 1.1% increase over the rolled back rate, or in other terms, a 1.1% increase.

72 Page 2 MINUTES- Budget Hearing September 20, 2016 The County s Overall Final Budget is $31,394,422 and breaks down as follows: General Fund - $9,629,938 Fine and Forfeiture - $6,977,770 Road and Bridge - $2,421,385 Road Paving $8,034,276 Fire - $349,083 Other Expenses - $3,981,970 This does not represent a millage increase. Property values increased this year by 1.73%.The Commission voted 3-1 to set the max millage rate at This increase would allow the County to better fund the provision of essential services to our citizens. Over the past few months and numerous budget workshops the Commission created the budget which was presented on September 6 th, 2016 at a public hearing, and for the second hearing and adoption tonight on September 20 th, Chairman Bennett opened the public hearing for the proposed millage rate. Chairman Bennett called for public comments. There were no public comments. Chairman Bennett closed the public hearing and opened the regular meeting. Chairman Bennett called for Commission comments. There were no Commission comments. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to approve Resolution Commissioner Jimmy Anderson seconded the motion. Chairman Bennett called for any further discussion. There were no comments. The motion carried unanimous. Chairman Bennett opened the public hearing for the proposed budget. Chairman Bennett called for public comments. There were no public comments. Chairman Bennett closed the public hearing and opened the regular meeting.

73 Page 3 MINUTES- Budget Hearing September 20, 2016 Chairman Bennett called for a motion to read Resolution by title. Commissioner Gordon Crews moved to read Resolution by title. Commissioner Mark Hartley seconded the motion. Rich Komando read Resolution by title. Commissioner James Bennett moved to amend the amount included in the Resolution from $32,768,586 to $32,078,905. Commissioner James Croft seconded the motion. Commissioner Gordon Crews questions clarification that the amended amount included $100,000 for inmate medical. Commissioner James Bennett stated that it did. The motion carried unanimous. Commissioner James Bennett moved to adjourn. Stacie D. Harvey, Clerk James G. Bennett, Chairman

74 RESOLUTION REQUEST TO THE ST. JOHNS RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT TO REDUCE PERMIT APPLICATION FEES. WHEREAS, the 1994 Legislature enacted Chapter , Florida Statutes allowing reduction of permit procession fees for municipalities with a population of 25,000 or less Counties with a population of 50,000 or less, or any County or municipality not included within a metropolitan statistical area, upon certification by that municipality or County that the cost of the permit processing fee is a fiscal hardship; and WHEREAS, Baker County certifies that it is a County with a population of 50,000 persons or less; WHEREAS, Baker County further certifies that it qualifies for permit processing fee reduction for the Fiscal Year October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017 due to the percentage of assessed property value that is exempt from ad valorem taxation is higher than the state wide average for the current fiscal year; WHEREAS, these factors are supported by the attached documents: Certified copies of minutes stating current millage rate Copy of statistical information from the University of Florida. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Baker County does hereby request that the St. Johns River Water Management District reduce the permit application fee for public purpose projects to a fee not to exceed $100 per permit or if the current application fee is less than $100 by 50 percent, for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2016 and ending September 30, PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 4 th DAY OF OCTOBER BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSION ATTEST: Stacie D. Harvey, Clerk James G. Bennett, Chairman

75 RESOLUTION REQUEST TO THE SUWANNEE RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT TO REDUCE PERMIT APPLICATION FEES. WHEREAS, the 1994 Legislature enacted Chapter , Florida Statutes allowing reduction of permit procession fees for municipalities with a population of 25,000 or less Counties with a population of 50,000 or less, or any County or municipality not included within a metropolitan statistical area, upon certification by that municipality or County that the cost of the permit processing fee is a fiscal hardship; and WHEREAS, the Governing Board of the Suwannee River Water Management District has adopted Section 40B-1.706(3), Florida Administrative Code, to implement Chapter , Florida Statues, regarding reduction of fees; and WHEREAS, Baker County has a population of 26, 965; and WHEREAS, Baker County further certifies that it qualifies for permit processing fee reduction for the Fiscal Year October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017 due to the percentage of assessed property value that is exempt from ad valorem taxation is higher than the state wide average for the current fiscal year; WHEREAS, these factors are supported by the attached documents: Certified copies of minutes stating current millage rate Copy of statistical information from the University of Florida. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Baker County does hereby request that the Suwannee River Water Management District reduce the permit application fee for public purpose projects to a fee not to exceed $100 per permit or if the current application fee is less than $100 by 50 percent, for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2016 and ending September 30, PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 4 TH DAY OF OCTOBER, BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSION ATTEST: Stacie D. Harvey, Clerk James G. Bennett, Chairman

76 RESOLUTION REQUEST TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TO REDUCE PERMIT APPLICATION FEES. WHEREAS, the 1994 Legislature enacted Chapter , Florida Statutes allowing reduction of permit procession fees for municipalities with a population of 25,000 or less Counties with a population of 50,000 or less, or any County or municipality not included within a metropolitan statistical area, upon certification by that municipality or County that the cost of the permit processing fee is a fiscal hardship; and WHEREAS, Baker County certifies that it is a County with a population of 50,000 persons or less; WHEREAS, Baker County further certifies that it qualifies for permit processing fee reduction for the Fiscal Year October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017 due to the percentage of assessed property value that is exempt from ad valorem taxation is higher than the state wide average for the current fiscal year; WHEREAS, these factors are supported by the attached documents: Certified copies of minutes stating current millage rate Copy of statistical information from the University of Florida. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Baker County does hereby request that the Department of Environmental Protection reduce the permit application fee for public purpose projects for which Baker County is a permit applicant to a fee not to exceed $100 per permit or if the current application fee is less than $100 by 50 percent, for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2016 and ending September 30, PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 4 TH DAY OF OCTOBER, BAKER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSION ATTEST: Stacie D. Harvey, Clerk James G. Bennett, Chairman

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