JULY 14, REGULAR MEETING. Tuesday, July 14,2015, at 4:00 p.m., at the South Walton Courthouse Annex.

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1 JULY 14, REGULAR MEETING The Board of County Commissioners, Walton County, Florida, held a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 14,2015, at 4:00 p.m., at the South Walton Courthouse Annex. The following Board members were present: Commissioner Bill Imfeld, Chairman; Commissioner Sara Comander, Vice-Chairman; Commissioner W.N. "Bill" Chapman; Commissioner Cecilia Jones; and Commissioner Cindy Meadows. Mr. Larry Jones, County Administrator; Mr. Stan Sunday, Deputy County Administrator; Ms. Dede Hinote, Deputy County Administrator; Mr. Mark Davis, County Attorney; and Ms. Sidney Noyes, Assistant County Attorney, were also present. Commissioner Jones led the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. Chairman Imfeld called the meeting to order. meeting. for approval: Chairman Imfeld recognized the attendance of Mr. Tommy Barfield, FDOT, at the Mr. Larry Jones, County Administrator, presented the following changes to the agenda ADDITIONS: 1. County Attorney Item 2 Request to approve an Amendment to the Genesis CE & I Services, LLC Contract for CR 181 C Project to correct a clerical error 2. Administration Item j - Request to adopt a Resolution seting a percentage for TIF funding DELETIONS: 1. Administration Item f Request to approve Task Orders No. 1 and No. 2 with Dewberry Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve the changes to the agenda as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. 1

2 Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve the agenda as amended. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Chairman Imfeld asked for public comment regarding any agenda item. There were no public comments made. Mr. Barfield discussed the journey for funding the Hwy 331 Bridge and the great partnership the County has had with DOT. He announced that the estimated time for completion is August 2017, but they are slightly behind schedule and staff hopes to make up that time. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve the consent agenda as follows. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Clerk's Items: 1. Approve Expenditure Approval List (EAL) General Fund $1,815, County Transportation $2,597, Fine & Forfeiture $2,272, Section 8 Housing $ 137, Tourist Dev. Council $ 913, N.W. Mosquito Control $ 84, Recreation Plat Fee $ 1, Solid Waste Enterprise $ 396, Bldg Dept/Enterp. Fund $ 24, Imperial Lakes MSBU $ 2, Daughette Subdivision $ 3, Leisure Lake MSBU $ 18, Capital Projects Fund $ 547, Mossy Head Ind. Park $ 664, Totals $9,481, Approve Minutes of June 23,2015 Regular Meeting 3. Approve surplus equipment request from the Clerk's Office Administrative Items: 1. Approve to surplus several items for the 2015 County Auction from various County offices July 14, Regular Meeting 2

3 2. Approve request to surplus and replace the ice machine (BCC #303 7) at the County Shop in an amount not to exceed $2, Budget Amendment Resolutions/Transfers: 1. Approve request to advertise and hold a Public Hearing on July 28, 2015 to consider a budget amendment to bring forward TDC reserves for the installation of a snorkel reef off of Grayton Beach State Park 2. Approve request to advertise and hold a Public Hearing on July 28, 2015 to consider a budget amendment to transfer SHIP administrative funds from the SHIP Housing Fund to the General Fund 3. Approve request to advertise and hold a Public Hearing on July 28, 2015 to transfer funds from the CR 30A Proportionate Fair Share Account in the amount of $1 00,000 to the CR 395 & US Hwy 98 Intersection Improvement Project Agreements/Contracts: 1. Approve Contractual Services Agreement with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Administration for the North Walton Mosquito Control District for their Operational Work Plan 2. Approve Exercise of First Option to Renew Agreement with Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast, Inc. for maintenance of multipurpose fields for one additional year 3. Approve Exercise of Second Option to Renew Agreement for Engineering Consulting Services with Atkins North America, Inc. for one additional year 4. Approve Exercise of Second Option to Renew Agreement for Engineering Consulting Services with Tetra-Tech, Inc. for one additional year 5. Approve Exercise of Second Option to Renew Agreement for Engineering Consulting Services with Preble-Rish, Inc. for one additional year 6. Approve Right-of-Way Easement with CHELCO, Inc. to provide electrical power to the new Ball Fields located within Helen McCall Park 7. Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the copier lease and maintenance agreements with Copy Products Company for the Library, County Shop, Engineering, District 5 Commissioner's Office and Public Works 8. Approve a Right-of-Way Agreement for the Florida Department oftransportation for Bartlet Road Bridge over Gum Creek 9. Approve Waste Management Contract Mr. Jones presented the request from Mr. Jason Draughn to approve the 29 th Annual Sandestin Triathlon and close Hwy 30A from Hwy 98 to Blue Gulf Beach on Saturday, August 22, 2015 from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The request has been approved by the South Walton Fire District and the Sheriff's Office. July 14, 2015 Regular Meeting 3

4 Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve the 29 th Annual Sandestin Triathlon request as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones presented the request from Ms. Alicia Butler to approve the 14th Annual Seaside School Half Marathon & 5K Run and close both lanes of Hwy 30A on February 28, The request has been approved by the South Walton Fire District and the Sheriffs Office. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve the 14th Annual Seaside School Half Marathon & 5K Run request as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones requested consideration of Resolution ( ) creating the Local RESTORE Feasibility Review PaneL The Panel will consist of the following members: Mr. Billy Williams, Mr. Wayne Dyess, Ms. Melissa Thomason, Mr. Chance Powell, Ms. Sidney Noyes, and Mr. Scott Caraway. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Meadows, to adopt Resolution ( ) creating the Local RESTORE Feasibility Review Panel as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones requested permission to apply for a Planning Assistance Grant to develop the Multi-Year Implementation Plan and authorize the County Administrator as the authorized agent to act on behalf of the Board who may execute the Direct Component Funding Certification. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Comander, to apply for a Planning Assistance Grant to develop a Multi-Year Implementation Plan as requested. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. 4

5 Mr. Jones requested to adopt Resolution ( ) of support regarding the RESTORE Act Eight County Collaborative Agreement. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Jones, to adopt Resolution ( ) of support regarding the RESTORE Act Eight County Collaborative Agreement as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. The request to approve Task Orders No.1 and No.2 with Dewberry was removed from the agenda. Mr. Jones requested to approve the Preliminary Rate Resolution ( ) relating to Fire Rescue Services. The rates will remain as the previous year and the Public Hearing will be held in August for adoption ofthe rates. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to adopt the Preliminary Rate Resolution ( ) relating to Fire Rescue Services. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones requested to approve the presented Preliminary Master Plan Design for the South Walton Sports Complex as submitted by Lose and Associates. Mr. Rick Wilson, Technology Support Coordinator, briefly explained the content ofthe design. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve the presented Preliminary Master Plan Design for the South Walton Sports Complex. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Imfe1d Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones requested direction regarding property located next to the Wee Care Park in DeFuniak Springs, following comps received from Merrifield Pilcher Realty. The value is between $3,400-4,500 per acre for the 44 acre parcel He felt that this would be a good piece of July 14, 2015 Regular Meeting 5

6 property for the County to have. He explained that they would want to look at the City's intention for the Gene Hurley Park and decide from there. This could provide an opportunity to expand recreation facilities. Direction was given to staff to determine the cost and how to pay for the property. Mr. Jones requested to reject all bids received for ITB for the Legion Park Tennis Courts. Motion by Commissioner Jones, second by Commissioner Comander, to reject all bids received for ITB for the Legion park Tennis Courts as requested. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones requested to adopt Resolution ( ) setting a percentage for the TIF funding for the taxing district. Ms. Melissa Thomason, Finance Director, provided more information for consideration and stated that 72% with a millage rate (set during the 2:00 p.m. Budget Hearing) would generate $4 million in the TIF Fund. She stated that 75% would generate approximately $4.2 million. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Meadows, to adopt Resolution ( ) setting the percentage at 75% for the TIF funding. Ayes 3, Nays 2. Imfeld Nay, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Nay, Meadows Aye. Mr. Brian Kellenberger, Tourist Development Council, presented the Inlet Beach Access recommendations for consideration. He explained that this is an emergency access drive at Inlet Beach and a local resident recently approached their department to stop driving and/or beach vending on the access. Three options were presented for consideration. 6

7 Commissioner Meadows questioned when the 66 foot access was created. Mr. Kellenberger stated that the government lots were created in the 1940s and 1950s and has been listed in the Ordinance as a dedicated boat launch and emergency access location. Brief discussion ensued regarding the location in which vehicles would park after launching their boats. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Comander, to allow boat launching but prohibit vehicle parking and beach vending at the Inlet Beach Access. Judge Kelvin Wells spoke in opposition and urged the Board not to make changes to this access. Ms. Maryjane Gleeson spoke in favor of closing the beach access and the dangers is poses to the residents and tourists. Major Joe Preston, Sheriffs Office, stated that they would like a solution for these concerns. Mr. Shane Odom spoke in favor of the boat launch and explained this has not been an issue until vendors started occupying the area. Several more audience members spoke in opposition of vending on the beach access, the need to keep the access open, and the need for a compromise. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Kellenberger presented information for consideration for the Angelos Property consisting of preliminary designs and pricing. The land appraisals were $4.5 million and $5.35 million for this property. Commissioner Meadows felt that this property is very valuable for the County and urged the Board to take action. July 14,2015 Regular Meeting 7

8 Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Comander, to purchase the Angelos Property by the TDC and to include RESTORE or Amendment 1 funds ifpossible. Commissioner Jones spoke in favor of purchasing the property and felt that they need to start prioritizing where they want the TDC to go at this point. Mr. Gary Borelmayer felt the need to increase and market the shoulder months. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jon Ervin, TDC, presented the following TDC updates: May bed tax collections are up 14.66%, the average person spent 10.5% more this year than last year this Spring, Food Network is currently in town, the Golf Channel will run August 26 th, the new website has been launched, seven RFP's have been received, and there were almost 12 tons of trash removed from the beach this past holiday. He also provided community announcements and the date of the next TDC meeting of August 14,2015. Chairman Imfeld called the Public Hearing to order to consider an Ordinance ( ) amending the Walton Code of Ordinances Section 22-57; providing for an additional number of grandfathered permits for vehicles on the beach to individuals who held permits prior to Ms. Sidney Noyes, Assistant County Attorney, briefly discussed the amendment and the allowance for 50 more grandfathered permits if the permit holder missed the deadline to renew their permit prior to If there are more than 50 applicants, a one-time lottery will be held. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Meadows, to open the Public Hearing. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Chairman Imfeld asked for public comment. 8

9 Mr. Wade Wilkerson questioned the process that would be taken. Attorney Noyes stated that the proposed change is in the Ordinance and the lottery would be held in August. Commissioners Jones and Meadows exited the meeting at 5:15 p.m. Mr. Mark Breaux questioned if this would be just for Grayton Beach residents. Attorney Noyes stated that this is limited only to the permit holders that would have been on the list for permits expiring in Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Comander, to approve the Ordinance ( ) amending Walton County Code ofordinances Section 22-57; providing for an additional number of grandfathered permits for vehicles on the beach to individuals who held permits prior to 2010 as presented. Ayes 3, Nays O. Irnfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye. Commissioner Meadows returned to the meeting at 5:17 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Chapman, to close the Public Hearing. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Meadows Aye. Attorney Mark Davis, County Attorney, requested to reappoint the Code Board members through the end of the year. He explained that they are going to start making all Board appointments to expire at the end ofthe year to maintain a better schedule. Commissioner Jones returned to the meeting at 5: 18 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Comander, to reappoint all the Code Board members through 2015 as recommended. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Attorney Davis request to approve an amendment to the Genesis CE & I Services, LLC contract for the CR 181 C Project to correct a clerical error in the price. 9

10 Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve an amendment to the Genesis CE & I Services, LLC contract for the CR 181 C Project as requested. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Hudson questioned if the lowering of the bed tax will be complete soon. Attorney Davis stated that it would be finished by the August 11, 2015 meeting. Commissioners Meadows, Comander, Chapman and Imfeld had no items to present. Commissioner Jones requested to adopt Resolution ( ) declaring June 29, 2015 as Tour de Fox Day in Walton County. Motion by Commissioner Jones, second by Commissioner Meadows, to adopt Resolution ( ) declaring June 29, 2015 as Tour de Fox day as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Commissioner Jones discussed the need for personnel policies and recommended to retract a raise that was recently given to an employee when the director was given direction to come before the Board for approval and ignored it. She explained that new policies are needed for salary adjustments. Chairman Imfeld stated that he did not receive the same answer from County Administration and Human Resources that she did. He felt that we should have some suggested courses for the Board to take and for staff to work on. Commissioner Chapman felt that this is a different way to give what was promised and not able to give at the beginning of employment. He stated that the policies need to have clear direction to all directors. 10

11 Commissioner Comander expressed concern with the direction to a director to come before the Board and the director did not. She stated that the directors work for the Board and the entire Board should decide. Mr. Jones stated that they have begun putting thought into preliminary drafts for these policies. Commissioner Meadows stated that we are also supposed to receive annual reviews of the directors and have not. She stated that written evaluations are needed. Brief discussion ensued regarding the ability to retract the action taken and suggestion to suspend the raise until Mr. Bagby can explain why it was given. Motion by Commissioner Jones, second by Commissioner Comander, to direct Mr. Bagby to come before the Board for an explanation at the August 11, 2015 meeting and to suspend the raise for the employee until an explanation is received. Ms. Harris stated that a raise should not be taken away from the employee and suggested taking it from the director's salary since he went against direction that was given. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. The request by Mr. Chester Carter to discuss Code Case CB for the Azland Borrow Pit was removed from the agenda. Chairman Imfeld discussed the procedures and asked to double the time available to allow those to speak in favor and opposition of the request to remove the Confederate Flag from the Courthouse lawn, and to allow a five minute time frame per individual rather than three minutes. 11

12 Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Jones, to allow the time to be doubled and allow a five minute time frame as recommended. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Commissioner Comander exited the meeting at 5:42 p.m. Mr. Daniel Uhlfelder requested to remove the Confederate Flag from the Walton County Courthouse lawn. He stated that we need to be united under one flag and felt that the Confederate Flag has no place on government or public property. Commissioner Comander returned to the meeting at 5:45 p.m. Mr. Uhlfelder continued, stating that we would be one of the last Courthouses in the country with the flag standing if it is not removed. He felt that there is no reason to delay and we all deserve equal rights. Several audience members spoke in favor of removing the Confederate Flag and presented petitions and information for consideration. They felt that it was not original to the monument and removal would help bring unity to the County. Several audience members also spoke in opposition of the removal of the Confederate Flag and presented petitions and information for consideration. They felt that history needs to be taught and remembered. Commissioner Comander stated that information from both support and opposition was received and felt that they should continue the discussion and put it on the agenda for a vote on the July 28,2015 meeting. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Chapman, to continue the discussion to the July 28, 2015 meeting and vote on the matter at that time. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. 12

13 Commissioner Chapman exited the meeting at 6:23 p.m. Chairman Imfeld asked for additional public comment. There were no public comments made. Mr. Wayne Dyess, Planning and Development Services Director, requested to continue the Hinton Road Abandonment to the August 11,2015 meeting. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Meadows, to continue the Hinton Road Abandonment request to the August 11, 2015 meeting. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Dyess requested to continue the Azland 1 LSA request to the July 28,2015 meeting. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Jones, to continue the Azland 1 LSA request to the July 28, 2015 meeting. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. The meeting recessed at 6:25 p.m. and reconvened at 6:37 p.m. Mr. Dyess requested to adopt Resolution ( ) to approve the Local Mitigation Strategy Plan. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Chapman, to adopt Resolution ( ) to approve the Local Mitigation Strategy Plan as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Dyess requested to determine a date and advertise a workshop to discuss Storm Water Management Policies. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Comander, to advertise a Workshop to be held on August 11, 2015 at 3 :00 p.m. to discuss Storm Water Management Policies. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. July 14, 2015 Regular Meeting 13

14 Mr. Brian Underwood, Planning and Development Services, presented The Winston Townhomes LSA (Ordinance ) application submitted by Emerald Coast Associates, Inc. requesting to amend the Walton County Comprehensive Plan Appendix B: Inlet Beach Traditional Neighborhood Plan (lbtnp) Neighborhood Plan Land Use Map designation from Neighborhood Commercial to Residential in the Inlet Beach Traditional Neighborhood Plan, and update the Inlet Beach Traditional Neighborhood Plan Appendix D: Neighborhood Commercial Designations and the Inlet Beach Traditional Neighborhood Plan Section to reflect the map amendment of +/ acres. The project is located on the north side of CR 30A on the northeast corner of CR 30A and Winston Lane. Mr. Dean Burgis, representative, was present to address any concerns. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve The Winston Townhomes LSA (Ordinance ) as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. The Quasi-Judicial Hearing was called to order and Attorney Davis administered the oath to those intending on speaking. There were no objections made to the advertisement notices as published. Mr. Underwood presented The Winston Townhomes major development order application submitted by Emerald Coast Associates, Inc. requesting approval to construct 4 multi-family units on +/ acres with a future land use of Infill. The project is located on the northeast corner of the intersection of CR 30A and Winston Lane in Inlet Beach. There are no known code violations for the project, and unless other evidence is submitted to the contrary the project will meet the LDC and Comp Plan once all conditions stated in the staff report have been met. 14

15 Mr. Burgis, representative, briefly discussed the request and was present to address any concerns. Commissioner Meadows questioned the stormwater management plan. Mr. Burgis stated that an ex filtration and swell system would be used. Chairman Imfeld asked for public comment. There were no public comments made. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve The Winston Townhomes major development order application with conditions set forth in the staff report as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff 1) The Hinton Road Abandonment request was removed from the agenda. (Exhibits: Staff 1-2) (ExParte: Jones) Mr. Mac Carpenter, Planning and Development Services, advised the Board that the representative requested continuation of the Millington & Comer Abandonment request to abandon a 33' right-of-way easement along the north side of two adjoining parcels submitted by Daniel Uhlfelder, Esquire, Agent, with a future land use of Neighborhood Infill. The project is located at 66 Emerald Cove Lane and 74 Emerald Cove Lane. He explained to Attorney Uhlfelder that there is a limit of two continuances and staff would recommend tabling the request. Attorney Davis explained that the request could still be heard since the recommendation by staff was to table the item. 15

16 Mr. Ray Hannah~ adjacent property owner~ spoke in opposition and expressed concern with the affect it could possibly have on his property and the neighborhood. He presented and discussed photographs ofthe abandonment area. Commissioner Comander questioned the proper approach to table and the ability to deny the request, and the fact that the Planning Commission suggested denial of the request. Commissioner Chapman stated that Public Works and the South Walton Fire District also had concerns with the request. Mr. Carpenter clarified the procedures for the continuance ofrequests. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Chapman, to deny the Millington & Comer Abandonment request as presented. Commissioner Meadows spoke in opposition of abandoning property knowing that parking and access are issues. Ms. Dianna Hannah also presented photographs and spoke m opposition of the abandonment request. Mr. Odom stated that this is a small road and there is nowhere to park and they would fight the county from keeping an access from being put in. Ms. Gleeson pointed out that this is a perfect location and felt that we should start the process ofmaking this an access. Brief discussion ensued regarding denial ofthe abandonment. Ayes 5~ Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye~ Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff 1, Respondent 2-3) (ExParte: Chapman, Jones) Mr. Carpenter presented the Fayard Mini Storage major development order application submitted by Emerald Coast Associates, Inc. requesting the approval of a 49,570 square feet mini storage building on +/ acres with a future land use of Village Mixed Use. The project 16

17 is located on the south side of US Hwy 98 west, east of Don Bishop Road and west of Mussett Bayou Road. Mr. Burgis, representative, briefly discussed the request, including the stormwater plan and buffers for the project. Chairman Imfeld asked for public comment. There were no public comments made. Motion by Commissioner Comander, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve the Fayard Mini Storage major development order application as presented. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff 1) Mr. Carpenter presented the Lofts at Seacrest major development order application submitted by Emerald Coast Associates, Inc. requesting approval for 120 apartments with a clubhouse, pool, and associated parking consisting of acres with a future land use of Traditional Neighborhood Development. The project is located on the south side of US Hwy 98, south of the intersection of US Hwy 98 and Redbud Lane. The Planning Commission recommended approval Mr. Burgis, representative, briefly discussed the project, including beach access, vehicular access, and public restroom facilities. Mr. Moore Mead spoke in opposition of the request and expressed concerns with the beach access. He felt that this is a public nuisance. Mr. Patrick McCarthy, representative, provided some clarity for expressed concerns with the PUD, densities, private easement, and health regulations. July 14, 2015 Regular Meeting 17

18 Attorney Davis stated that the overburdening of the easement is a private matter and for the courts to decide. The restroom facility already exists and has no bearing on their entitlement to the requested development order. Commissioner Comander questioned why Mr. David Kramer voted against the request. Mr. Burgis recalled that Mr. Kramer drew a parallel between pedestrian concurrency and a traffic study. Mr. Mead reiterated the burden ofeasement and sanitation concerns. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve the Lofts at Seacrest major development order application as presented. Ayes 4, Nays 1. Imfe1d Aye, Comander Nay, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff 1) (ExParte: Chapman, J ones) Mr. Carpenter presented the Steffen Subdivision major development order application submitted by Emerald Coast Associates, Inc. requesting approval for a 6 lot residential subdivision consisting of+/ acres with a future land use ofneighborhood Infill and an Inlet Beach Neighborhood Plan designation of Residential (8:1). The property is located on the north side of West Park Place A venue approximately 160 feet east of the intersection of South Orange Street and West Park Place Avenue. Attorney Davis explained that he did receive a letter from Attorney Vorbec and given the argument he wanted to review the project further, and requested to continue the request to the August 11, 2015 meeting. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Comander, to continue the Steffen Subdivision request to the August 11,2015 meeting as requested. Ayes 5, Nays O. Imfe1d July 14, Regular Meeting 18

19 Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff 1-3) (ExParte: Imfeld, Comander, Chapman, Jones, Meadows) The Azland 1 LSA request was removed from the agenda. (Exhibits: Staff 1) Commissioner Comander exited the meeting at 7:48 p.m. Ms. Vivian Shamel, Planning and Development Services, presented The Ashley Group of Panama City Beach, LLC SSA (Ordinance ) application submitted by Accrue Planning and Land Use Services, Inc. requesting to change the future land use designation of +/ 2.80 acres from Rural Village to Light IndustriaL The project is located on the NW comer of Rogers Road and State Hwy 20. The Planning Commission recommended approval. Commissioner Meadows questioned the intended use of the property. Ms. Shamel stated that they are going to use it for a satellite office and a storage facility. Chairman Imfeld asked for public comment. There were no public comments made. Mr. Ron Thomason, representative, briefly discussed the request and was present to address any concerns. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve The Ashley Group of Panama City Beach, LLC SSA (Ordinance ) as presented. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff 1) There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m. '2. ~~ "--..,~,~ APPROVED ~_) Bill Imfeld, Chairman and County Comptroller 19