MARCH 10, REGULAR MEETING. The Board of County Commissioners, Walton County, Florida, held a Regular Meeting

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1 MARCH 10, REGULAR MEETING The Board of County Commissioners, Walton County, Florida, held a Regular Meeting on March 10,2015 at 4:00 p.m. at the Walton County Courthouse Annex in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. The following Board members were present: Commissioner Bill Imfeld, Chairman; Commissioner W. N. (Bill) Chapman; Commissioner Cecilia Jones; and Commissioner Cindy Meadows. Mr. Larry Jones, County Administrator; and Attorney Mark Davis, County Attorney; were also present. Chairman Imfeld called the meeting to order. Chairman Imfeld recognized Ms. Alicia Butler and Ms. Kim Mixson, Seaside Neighborhood School. Ms. Butler thanked the Board for the support of the Seaside Half Marathon and 5K Run and briefly discussed the activities surrounding the event. Ms. Mixson discussed how the monies raised were spent. Ms. Butler requested permission to begin preparing for the 2016 race. Commissioner Meadows asked how much money had been raised and how many people participated in the race. Ms. Butler reported that the event raised approximately $500,000 and had 4,000 runners which came from 41 states and three countries. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve the agenda revisions as follows. Ayes 4, Nays O. lmfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. 1. Deletion: Consent Agenda-Approve a budget transfer for Mosquito Control building permit fees and water tap fees Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve the agenda as revised. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. March 10, 2015 Regular Meeting

2 Several citizens asked if public comment would be taken during specific items. Chairman Imfeld stated yes. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. 1. Approve Expenditure Approval List (EAL) General Fund $ 980, County Transportation $ 1,364, SHIP $ Fine & Forfeiture $ 2,227, Section 8 Housing $ 1, Tourist Dev. Council $ 457, N.W. Mosquito Control $ Recreation Plat Fee $ 1, Solid Waste Enterprise $ 359, Bldg DeptlEnterp. Fund $ 3, Imperial Lakes MSBU $ 2, Leisure Lake MSBU $ 1, Capital Projects Fund $ 130, Mossy Head Ind. Park $ 120, Totals 2. Approve Minutes of February 24,2014 Regular Meeting 3. Approve to apply and seek funding from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission through the Florida Boating Improvement Program for the Shoal River Boat Landing at the Hinote Road Project 4. Approve to apply for a grant from Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) to deploy material in the Grayton Beach Nearshore Fishing/Diving Artificial Reef site 5. Approve to apply a Recreational Trials Program Grant 6. Approve the purchase and installation of a security camera system in the amount of $2, for the District 2 Commissioner's Office and Wee Care Park 7. Approve a budget transfer fur Mosquito Control building pennit fees and water tap fees 8. Approve to de-obligate $7, from District I Recreational Plat Fees from Bayloop Bike Path 9. Approve the use of contingency funding budgeted for the Federal Election Activities Grant Match as requested by the Supervisor of Elections 10. Approve a Resolution amending the budget to recognize unanticipated revenue for the Sheriff Substation in Mossy Head Industrial Park March 10, Regular Meeting 2

3 II. Approve a budget transfer from the BCC contingency account in the amount of $54,000 for the EOC renovations project 12. Approve to exercise the first of two renewal options for the South Walton Turtle Watch Contract in the amount of585, Approve Automatic Mutual Aid Agreement with Almarante Volunteer Fire Department 14. Approve a Services Agreement with Warwick Group Consultants, LLC for Federal Lobbying services (used to Marlowe & Company) until proposals are awarded 15. Approve a Software Service Agreement with SouthData for document management 16. Approve to exercise First Option to Renew Lease Agreement with James R. McHenry and Rosemary McHenry for office space Mr. Larry Jones, County Administrator, presented an update on Greenspace Field Project at South Walton Utilities Perc Pond site off of Scenic Highway 98 in Miramar Beach for the construction of sports fields in the amount of 52,675,530, not including the lease. He stated that the project has grown larger than anticipated and requested to remove the project from consideration. He said that other areas are being reviewed. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Chapman, to no longer consider the Greenspace Field Project at South Walton Utilities Perc Pond site. Ayes 4, Nays O. lmfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Chairman Imfeld said that he had spoken with SunTrust which holds the loan and was told that they had no problem redirecting those funds for the park or tennis courts. Mr. Michael Weimorts, Daugette Canal Improvement Association (DCIA), requested to engage Government Services Group (GSG) to conduct a new assessment study for dredging Daugette Canal. Procedural information and costs for the project has been obtained and the DCIA would like to apply this information to a review of the assessments within the MSBU before consideration by the Board. Mr. Jones stated that this works through the county and the receipts are paid through the MSBU. March 10, 2015 Regular Meeting 3

4 Motion by Commissioner Jones, second by Commissioner Meadows, to engage Government Services Group to conduct a new assessment study for dredging Daugette CanaL Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Wilmer Stafford, Public Works Director, requested to award ITB Purchase of eleven 2015 New Heavy Duty Dump Trucks with Dump Body to Empire Truck Sales, Inc. as lowest responsive bidder in the total amount of $1,417, ($128, per truck). He reported that the two lowest bidders did not meet the required specifications. Commissioner Chapman discussed the reasons the specifications were not accepted. Commissioner Meadows asked where the funding for the purchase of the trucks was coming from. Chairman Imfeld stated that it was a budgeted expense. Mr. Stafford reported that the purchase cost came under budget. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to award ITB to Empire Truck Sales, Inc. as lowest responsive bidder in the total amount of$i,417, ($128, per truck). Mr. Bob Hudson Walton County Taxpayers' Association Executive Director, discussed the bid process, felt that it was followed to the letter of the law, and commended the Board and staff on their choi ceo Mr. Art Miller discussed the bid process and commended the Board for their decision. He asked if an extended warranty had been purchased. Mr. Stafford stated that there are no extended warranties on the trucks, but are available if the county wishes to get them. Commissioner Chapman asked what the warranty period was on a new truck. Mr. Stafford discussed the warranties which came with the new trucks. Commissioner Chapman asked when an extended warranty would take effect if the county chose to purchase it. Mr. Jones stated that staff would obtain that information. March 10, Regular Meeting 4

5 Mr. Buster Slay, Empire Truck Sales, Inc., stated that he would obtain the information for the extended warranties. Mr. Miller stated that he had investigated the warranties and found that the standard warranty with the company is one year for defective parts and services. He said that there are various degrees ofextended service contracts up to five years. He felt that it would be well worth the money to get extended warranties for the trucks. Mr. Slay reported that he had submitted a letter with the bid package which said that extended warranties were available upon request. He said that the extended warranties could be purchased within the first six months of purchase/delivery. He discussed the services and prices available for the different warranties. Chairman Imfeld asked that Mr. Stafford collect the information and present his recommendation to the Board at a later time. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones requested to award ITB Legion Park Tennis Court and Basketball Courts to American Tennis Courts, Inc. as lowest bidder in the amount of $312, He reported that $300,000 had been budgeted and that the remainder would need to be transferred. Commissioner Meadows stated that the area is in Commissioner Comander's district and that District 5 funds would be used toward the project. She said that the surrounding property owners had expressed their concern that they were not included in the process. She requested that this issue be continued to give the property owners an opportunity to give their input. She stated that this was the only place in south Walton County in which to put a tennis court. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Chapman, to continue ITB Legion Park Tennis Court and Basketball Courts to give time to obtain public input. March 10, Regular Meeting 5

6 Mr. Andrew Crisp spoke in opposition of the project and asked for a continuance to allow for public input. Attorney Davis stated that the bid is not being rejected only that it is being continued. Mr. Jones asked if it should be scheduled for the April 14, 2015 meeting for consideration or wait until a motion is made to take it off the table. Commissioner Meadows asked to wait to see what could be accomplished. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Commissioner Meadows asked Mr. Crisp to schedule a meeting with her. Mr. Jones requested to approve Task Order with Preble-Rish, Inc. for CEI and Engineering Design Service for McKinnon Bridge Road in the amount not to exceed $90, This is a SCOP program project so State funds will be utilized. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve Task Order with Preble-Rish, Inc. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones requested to approve Change Order No.1 to Contract No with C. W. Roberts for the South Geronimo Tum Lanes due to unforeseen utility conflicts. He reported that an existing AT&T fiber optic cable and a FOOT storm drain pipe were encountered during excavation and are located within the sub-base course of the proposed structural section. This will increase the sum of the contract price in the amount of$6, Motion by Commissioner Jones, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve Change Order No.1 to Contract No Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. March 10, 2015 Regular Meeting 6

7 Mr. Jones requested to approve Change Order No.2 to Contract No with H & T Contractors, LLC for the Northwest Florida Commerce Park (Mossy Head Industrial Park) at Mossy Head Phase II. The contract sum will be increased by $54, and will be funded by the Mossy Head Industrial Park State Appropriation Infrastructure Account. The contract will also be increased by 60 days. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Chapman, to approve Change Order No.2 to Contract in the amount of $54, Commissioner Chapman asked if this would be installed through the center of the roadway and what methods would be used to repair any ruptures. Mr. Greg Graham, Engineering Services Manager, stated that this a typical set up for gravity systems and that there will be a tiein at the end of the system. He said that the tie-in will be above ground and will allow for access. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones reported that Public Works has identified several areas for potential improvement to the Storm water Management section of the Land Development Code (LDC). The recommended changes were submitted in the Storm Water Management Requirements Draft and the Recommended Language for Minimum Finish Floor Elevation Ordinance Draft. He requested permission to allow staff to begin the process of amending this section of the LDC. He said that two public hearings will be required. Commissioner Meadows noted that land north of the Choctawhatchee Bay has been excluded in Policy A. Commissioner Chapman said that the biggest issues are the roads not the homes. Commissioner Meadows stated that there is the possibility of increased subdivisions with the expansion of U.S. Highway 331. Chairman Imfeld felt that Commissioner Meadows March 10, Regular Meeting 7

8 made a valid point and directed staff to return with information for what would be available for that area. Commissioner Meadows stated that she thought Policy 5.6.4: Storm Water Management Requirements would address the lots of record and the requirement for stormwater treatment. Mr. Graham stated that observations were made after the April, 2014 storm event. It was found that in 80% of the homes which were flooded the finished floor elevation was below the crown of the road. Another issue found was that a lot of the areas affected did not have a storm water management master plan. Discussion continued on lots of record and storm water requirements. Mr. Graham reported that Public Works observed that the mosquito control ditches were overwhelmed during the storm events in April, He said that changes were made to Section A: Performance Standards to require that any out flow into a mosquito control ditch must meet a 100 year attenuation. Commissioner Meadows asked that the language clarify that this includes subdivisions and lots of record. Mr. Graham stated that the wording would be added for better clarification. Chairman Imfeld felt that the area north of the Choctawhatchee Bay also needed to be considered. Commissioner Meadows felt that this issue needed to be presented in a Public Hearing. Mr. Jones stated that the language changes would be presented at the April 14, 2015 Regular Meeting and then sent to the Planning Commission for review. Ms. Jackie Markel asked if the new language would be applied to re-development and additional development on lots of record. Mr. Jones stated that the ordinance would have to be followed and that building permits would be required for lots of record. Ms. Markel asked if it would apply to pools. Mr. Jones said that it does not address pools. March 10, Regular Meeting 8

9 Mr. Hudson asked if the engineers with mosquito control were consulted. Attorney Davis said that he had spoken with the South Walton Mosquito Control District attorney to schedule a meeting to vet the new language. Mr. Graham stated that this was an informational item to present the observations by Public Works, and that the engineers have not yet been consulted. Mr. Hudson discussed how overwhelmed the mosquito ditches are. Mr. Richard Bryan felt that State and Federal requirements should be considered when drafting the language changes. Mr. Jones stated that a final draft will be presented to the Board with the revisions as discussed. Mr. Jim Bagby, TDC Executive Director, reported that the January, 2015 Bed Tax numbers were up 30.27% over January, Bed Tax numbers were up % for the fiscal year. He felt that the February numbers would be strong, but the March numbers would be softer due to Easter being in April and the colder weekends. He announced that the TDC has received two of three Judges Choice ADDY Awards, received four Gold ADDYs and one silver ADDY. The first flights by United Airlines from Houston-Bush International and by Southwest Airlines from Love Field were welcomed at the Beaches International Airport. The first Silver Airlines flight from the OrlandolTampa area will be welcomed on March 19,2015. Commissioner Jones exited the meeting. Attorney Mark Davis, County Attorney, requested to approve an agreement for the purchase and sale of real property with Vista of Fort Walton Beach, LLC (Busby) for property in Mossy Head. He reported that the Board had previously approved to allow staff to negotiate with Mr. James Busby for the sale of the property. March 10, Regular Meeting 9

10 Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve the purchase and sale of real property with Vista of Fort Walton Beach, LLC for property in Mossy Head. Ayes 3, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Absent, Meadows Aye. Attorney Davis requested to approve assignment of a certain sales contract for real property from Saad Development Corporation to Regional Development Group, Inc. and authorize the Chair to sign the acceptance ofthe assignment. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve assignment of a certain sales contract for real property from Saad Development Corporation to Regional Development Group, Inc. Ayes 3, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Absent, Meadows Aye. Attorney Davis requested to approve an agreement with the Warner Law Firm to advise and represent the Board with respect to an appeal of the Code Enforcement Board's Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order in the matter entitled Walton County, Department of Code Enforcement v. Melanie and James Nipper (Code Enforcement Case No.: ). Commissioner Meadows asked if with the approval of this contract would the county essentially be using tax payer money to sue our own Code Enforcement Board. Attorney Davis stated yes. Commissioner Meadows asked to hold discussion on the issue until after Commissioner Jones could return to the meeting. The Board concurred. Attorney Davis requested to advertise and hold a Public Hearing to amend the Walton County Code of Ordinances, Section to add an additional 50 driving on the beach permits for property owners in the Grayton Beach Neighborhood Plan. Mr. Jones requested that should the Board decide to move forward with the Public Hearing that the advertisement state that it is March 10, Regular Meeting 10

11 to only add the permits to the Grayton Beach Neighborhood Plan and will not open the entire ordinance for consideration. He requested the Public Hearing be held on April 14,2015. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Meadows, to hold a Public Hearing on April 14, 2015 to consider amending the Walton County Code of Ordinances, Section to add additional driving permits for property owners in the Grayton Beach Neighborhood Plan. Ayes 3, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Absent, Meadows Aye. Commissioner Jones returned to the meeting. Attorney Davis represented the request to approve the agreement with Warner Law Firm in regards to Code Enforcement Case No Chairman Imfeld stepped down as chair and Commissioner Chapman assumed the Chair position. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Imfeld, to deny the agreement with Warner Law Firm to advise and represent the Board in the appeal of Code Enforcement Case No.: Commissioner Imfeld felt that tax payer money should not be used to sue ourselves. Chairman Chapman called for public comment. Mr. Thomas Stein stated that he was the Code Enforcement Board (CEB) Chairman when this case occurred and had disagreed with action taken by the CEB. Commissioner Meadows feit that Mr. Stein should not speak regarding the case due to his position at the time and that the case has not been settled. Attorney Davis agreed. Commissioner Imfeld stated that the Board had adopted policy to not to address pending lawsuits. Mr. James Nipper stated that case was completed. Attorney Davis stated that there was an oral announcement, but until the Judge signs a written order of Final Judgment, then the case could not be discussed. March 10, Regular Meeting 11

12 Attorney Jonas Walker, Mr. Bob Hudson, Mr. Ed Goodwin, and Ms. Suzanne Harris all spoke against the approval ofthe agreement and seeking an appeal against the CEB ruling. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Commissioner Chapman stepped down as Chair, and Chairman Imfeld resumed the position as Chair. Attorney Davis requested to advertise and hold two Public Hearings to consider amending the Land Development Code to allow the use of a Special Magistrate in lieu of the Code Enforcement Board. He reported that this issue was discussed prior to the Nipper case being filed with the CEB. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to advertise and hold two Public Hearings and refer to the Planning Commission to consider amending the Land Development Code to allow the use of a Special Magistrate in lieu of the Code Enforcement Board. Several citizens spoke m opposition of hiring a Special Magistrate to hear code enforcement complaints. Commissioner Meadows requested that information be brought back on how much it would cost and the pros and cons to hiring a Special Magistrate. Commissioner Jones clarified that this was only to schedule the Public Hearings to consider a Special Magistrate and that a decision would not be made at this meeting. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Comander Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones presented for consideration a Resolution ( ) amending the County Transportation Proportionate Fair Share Fund accounts for the East Corridor Multi-Use Pathways. March 10,2015 Regular Meeting 12

13 Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Meadows, to open the Public Hearing. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Chairman Imfeld called the Public Hearing to order. Ms. Leigh Moore, Howard Group, briefly discussed the changes which have occurred since the last presentation of the East Corridor Multi-Use Pathways. The changes are: the path scope on the path portion of U.S. Highway 98 at C.R. 30A; the path has been taken out on the south side of U.S. Highway 98 at c.r. 30A; and the developers have decided to fund the installation of landscaping in the median of U.S. Highway 98. The only area that the county would be responsible for landscaping is the portion located on c.r. 30A. She reported that these changes have also changed the cost of the project. She said that private contributions and pro bono legal fees have been reflected in the budget. Ms. Moore stated FDOT has identified several modifications to the area to provide for a safer area. She said that she has received letters of support from the FOEP, South Walton Community Council, Friends of 30A, Scenic Corridor Association, Historic Inlet Beach Neighborhood Association, Inlet Beach Water System and Friends of Camp Helen. She requested to use the 2014 unanticipated TDC revenue for this project and Proportionate Fair Share Funds. Chairman Imfeld asked if the TDC amount listed had been approved by the TDC Board. Ms. Moore stated yes. Chairman Imfeld noted that the current need is for $163,000 less than what was originally requested from the TOC and wondered if this was reflected in the new request. Ms. Moore stated that the reduction was only on the landscaping side and that she was scheduled to appear before the TOC Advisory Board to determine what to do with the funds. Commissioner Meadows clarified that Ms. Moore was requesting to approve the use of the Proportionate Fair Share Funds for multi-use paths in the amount of $210,910 from the c.r. March 10, 2015 Regular Meeting 13

14 30A and U.S. Highway 98 accounts. Ms. Moore stated that the TDC funds ($228,000) which were specifically allocated for the pathways; were allocated to the U.S. Highway 98 side of the pathway projects. She said that that could be changed at the discretion of the Board. Mr. Richard Bryan spoke in support of the project. Motion by Commissioner Jones, second by Commissioner Meadows, to close the Public Hearing. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Jones, to adopt Resolution amending the County Transportation Proportionate Fair Share Fund accounts for East Corridor Multi-Use Pathways as presented. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve the use of the pre-approved TDC Funds in the amount of $228,000 for the East Corridor Multi-Use Pathways. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Mr. Jones presented for consideration a Resolution ( ) amending the budget to bring forward $1,269,500 from the TDC Reserves to fund parking improvements identified as priorities from the A VCON Parking Needs Assessment Report. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to open the Public Hearing. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Chairman Imfeld called the Public Hearing to order. Attorney Davis stated that he will be presenting the Legislative findings for the use of the funds at the March 24,2015 Regular Meeting. There were no public comments. March 10, Regular Meeting 14

15 Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Meadows, to close the Public Hearing. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Motion by Commissioner Meadows, second by Commissioner Jones, to adopt Resolution amending the budget to bring forward $1,269,500 from the TDC Reserves to fund parking improvements identified as priorities from the A VCON Parking Needs Assessment Report. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Commissioner Meadows requested to file a Federal 319 Grant application for Stream Restoration for Oyster Lake Water Shed. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to submit a Federal 319 Grant application for Stream Restoration for Oyster Lake Water Shed. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Commissioner Jones announced that a continuation of the Hampton Inn Quasi-Judicial hearing will be held on April 1,2015 at the Emerald Coast Middle School. Mr. Jones stated that right now the meeting is set at Seascape but can be changed. Commissioner Meadows stated that April I st is when the Coastal Dune Lakes Documentary Premiere will be shown. She requested that the date be changed so that the meeting could be held at the middle school. Discussion ensued on the appropriate dates in which to hold the meeting and whether or not the middle school will be available. The Board concurred to schedule the continuation of the hearing on April 20, 20 IS to be held at the Emerald Coast Middle School Cafetorium, if available, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to re-schedule the continuation of the Hampton Inn Quasi-Judicial hearing from April I, 2015 at Seascape to April March 10, 2015 Regular Meeting 15

16 20, 2015 to be held at the Emerald Coast Middle School Cafetorium, if available, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. Ms. Melissa Ward, Sachs and LeSeur, stated that Sachs and LeSeur is the opposing council for this issue and asked that they be kept informed should the meeting location change. Commissioner Chapman and Chairman Imfeld had no items to present. Ms. Brett Nunn discussed the traffic and safety issues on C.R. 395 North and the need for a bike path in that area. Chairman Imfeld suggested having Public Works review the area and to determine what the costs would be. Commissioner Chapman stated that Public Works has already determined that the cost of installing a bike path would be approximately $435,000. He also said that there would be some permitting issues, but the right-of-way is available. Commissioner Meadows mentioned that there could be trail grants available that would help fund the path. Discussion ensued on the placement of the bike path and funding. The Board concurred to petition the TPO for funding and to direct Ms. Biddle to see if there are any grants available. Ms. Nunn asked if the boat ramp at the end of the road was owned by the TDC. Mr. Bagby stated that the ramp is owned by the county, but is maintained by the TDC. Mr. Joseph Fritz, Hammer Down Multi Sports, Inc., requested to approve to close a portion of Douglass Crossroads and Knox Hill Road on April 12, 2015 for the Walton County Knox Hill Race. Commissioner Chapman cautioned that those roadways are used heavily by motorcyclist, especially on the weekends. Chairman Imfeld asked what time the race started. Mr. Fritz stated that the course setup and registration begins at 6 a.m. and the race begins at 8 a.m. He said that signs will be posted alerting motorist that a bike race is in progress. He also invited the Board to participate in the Panama City Public Officials Race on April 11,2015. March 10, Regular Meeting 16

17 Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve to close a portion of Douglass Crossroads and Knox Hill Road on April 12,2015 for the Walton County Knox Hill Race. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. The meeting was recessed at 6:55 p.m. and reconvened at 7:01 p.m. The Quasi-Judicial Hearings were called to order and Attorney Davis administered the oath to all those intending to speak. The Board was instructed to submit any Ex Parte communication to the Clerk. There were no objections to the advertisements of the items. Mr. Tim Brown, Planning and Development, presented The Landing, a major development order application submitted by ECM, Inc. requesting approval to add 625 square feet of outdoor seating area, consisting of 4.42 acres with a future land use of Village Mixed Use. The project is located at 4546 U.S. Highway 98 W. Staff found the project to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code. (Staff Report-I) Commissioner Meadows asked how the parking issues were resolved. Mr. Brown stated that two handicapped spaces were removed then relocated to compact spaces. Mr. Darrell Barnhill, ECM Engineers, distributed renderings of the proposed project. (Petitioner-2) He reported that the project has been approved by the Planning Commission and has no outstanding issues. He requested approval. There were no public comments. Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve The Landing. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff Report-I) Mr. Brian Underwood, Planning and Development, presented Lot 9 Coastal Business Center, a major development order application submitted by ECM, requesting the approval to March 10, Regular Meeting 17

18 construct a 7,500 square foot warehouse with a 250 square foot office and bathroom, consisting of 0.52 acres with a future land use of Light Industrial. The project is located north of the intersection of U.S. Highway 98 and Goldsby Road on the south side of Commercial Parkway. Staff found the project will be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the Land Development Code when the conditions as stated in the Staff Report are met. (Staff Report-I) The applicant had no comments. There were no public comments. Motion by Commissioner Jones, second by Commissioner Meadows, to approve Lot 9 Coastal Business Center upon conditions being met. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff Report-I) Mr. Wayne Dyess, Planning and Development Director, presented Paradise Cove ( l0a Bunker Cove) Plat, a plat application submitted by Innerlight Engineering, Inc. requesting the approval to plat acres consisting of 55 single family lots with a future land use of Small Neighborhood. The project is located north of U.S. Highway 98,3.5 miles east ofthe intersection of U.S. Highway 98 and U.S. Highway 331. Staff found the request to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Code, the development order, and meets the requirements of F.S. Chapter 177. (Staff Report-I) The applicant had no comments. Commissioner Meadows asked if the applicant was participating in the sidewalk buyout. Mr. Tim Whaler, Planning and Development, stated that the applicant had bonded to build sidewalks on both sides of the roads in this project. Attorney Davis reported that there is a Letter ofcredit for that purpose. There were no public comments. March 10, Regular Meeting 18

19 Motion by Commissioner Chapman, second by Commissioner Jones, to approve Paradise Cove (flkla Bunker Cove) Plat upon conditions being met. Ayes 4, Nays O. Imfeld Aye, Chapman Aye, Jones Aye, Meadows Aye. (Exhibits: Staff Report-I) There being no further items to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m. Approved: Bill Imfeld, Chairman March 10, Regular Meeting 19