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February 27, 2023
6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
1. Call to Order
The Regular Meeting of the Crestview City Council was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by
Mayor JB Whitten. Board members present: Mayor Pro-Tem Andrew Rencich, Council
members: Doug Capps, Cynthia Brown, Joe Blocker, and Ryan Bullard. Also present:
City Manager Tim Bolduc, City Clerk Maryanne Schrader, City Attorney Jonathan
Holloway, and various staff members.
2. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance
2.1. Pastor Jeff Childers of The Shepherd's Church
The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance was led by Pastor Jeff Childers of The
Shepherd's Church.
3. Open Policy Making and Legislative Session
Mayor JB Whitten established a quorum.
4. Anurove Agenda
Mayor JB Whitten called for action.
Motion by Mayor Pro-Tem Andrew Rencich and seconded by Councilmember Joe
Blocker to approve the agenda, as presented.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan Bullard.
All ayes. Motion carried.
5. Presentations and Reports
Nothing scheduled.
6. Consent Agenda
Mayor JB Whitten called for action.
Motion by Councilmember Douglas Capps and seconded by Councilmember Ryan
Bullard to approve the Consent agenda, as presented.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan Bullard.
All ayes. Motion carried.
6.1. Approval of the minutes of February 13, 2023
6.2. Appointment to the Crestview Housing Authority
7. Public Hearings / Ordinances on Second Reading
None scheduled.
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8. Ordinances on First Reading
8.1.
Amendment to the Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 - Property Maintenance and
Housing Standards
City Manager T. Bolduc presented Ordinance 1918 to the City Council amending
Chapter 38. He explained that he moved Code Enforcement to the police department.
He received comments from the employees, as there were crossovers between
building officials and Code Enforcement, as well as the need to clarify definitions.
Based on the input, changes were made to the existing ordinance.
City Manager T. Bolduc asked the City Clerk to read the ordinance.
City Clerk Maryanne Schrader read the Ordinance by Title: An Ordinance of the City
of Crestview, Florida, Amending Chapter 38 Property Maintenance and Housing
Standards, of the Code of Ordinances; Providing For Intent; Providing For Authority;
Providing For Severability; Providing For Scrivener's Errors; Providing For Liberal
Interpretation; and Providing For an Effective Date.
City Manager T. Bolduc said Councilmember D. Capps pointed out that there is a
grammatical error in the exterior finishing area, adding it would be corrected before
Second Reading.
Mayor JB Whitten called for comment from the City Council and the public. Hearing
none, he called for action.
Motion by Councilmember Ryan Bullard and seconded by Councilmember Joe
Blocker to approve Ordinance 1918 on 1st Reading and move to 2nd Reading for
final adoption.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
9. Resolutions
None brought forward.
10.1. City Manager Annual Performance Evaluation
HR Director Jessica Leavins stated the evaluation forms for City Manager T. Bolduc
have been returned. She went over the core values that the evaluations are based on.
She stated the average score was 2.84.
Mayor JB Whitten remarked that he works closely with the city manager and has
observed his workload. He mentioned he reviewed other cities' pay for comparables
stating a city nearby hired an interim city manager at a rate of $20,000 more. He
asked that the pay be raised to 10%, as he wants him in the ballpark. He added that
City Manager T. Bolduc has saved our city money.
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Councilmember D. Capps reiterated the comment, stating we have more projects and
buildouts than the other surrounding cities.
Discussion ensued from Council agreeing that our salaries should be held in line.
Motion by Mayor Pro-Tem Andrew Rencich and seconded by Councilmember
Cynthia Brown moved to accept the evaluations and increase the salary of the city
manager to 10%.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
City Manager T. Bolduc said it was an absolute honor to serve the city adding he is
blessed to work with the team he has and is excited for what is to come.
10.2. Support in Developing EPA WIFIA Loan Application
Public Services Director Michael Criddle explained the water infrastructure federal
funding will fund 49% of the project. This project will bring infrastructure to the
west side stating those who tie on will provide the funding. He added we plan to
double the capacity of the WWTP.
City Manager T. Bolduc asked about the relocation of the disposal, and M. Criddle
replied that it is part of the infrastructure project.
City Manager T. Bolduc explained this will help us open up the sports complex, as
we are looking to relocate the disposal, as it will aid in the placement of the sports
complex.
Mayor Pro-Tem A. Rencich asked about the engineering and construction. M.
Criddle replied the total fee package is encompassed in the funding, which is around
$300,000, however this piece is in the amount of $67,700.
Public Services Director Michael Criddle explained that Jacobs will assist the city in
preparing a Letter of Interest in developing support for the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) Loan.
Jacobs will support the City in finalizing and submitting the LOI to EPA.
Mayor JB Whitten called for action from the City Council and the public. In hearing
none, he called for action.
Motion by Councilmember Cynthia Brown and seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem
Andrew Rencich to approve the recommendation for the Mayor to execute Task
Order 2023-09.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
10.3. Permission to secure price for fire trucks
Fire Chief Anthony Holland mentioned the agreement with Ten-8 will lock in the
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price for the two pieces of apparatus. The vendor must secure the agreement by
February 28th as the amount increases on March 1st. It will be a seven-year lease for
two pumper trucks to be fully loaded and equipped for $1,604,093.66 dollars.
City Manager T. Bolduc said the rates on the trucks are competitive and part of the
upcoming budget cycle.
Discussion ensued on the aging of the fleet and the need for our fourth station. The
benefits of leasing versus purchasing was also discussed.
Motion by Mayor Pro-Tem Andrew Rencich and seconded by Councilmember
Cynthia Brown to accept the staff and leasing options, as presented.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
10.4. Letter of Support for Mayor JB Whitten
City Manager T. Bolduc said this was presented at the last meeting. The NWFL and
FLC supports the initiative adding that Mayor Pro-Tem Rencich will be signing the
letter of support.
Councilmember C. Brown said the lead Mayor Whitten has taken on the Opioid
crisis was big.
Mayor JB Whitten relinquished the gavel to Mayor Pro-Tem A. Rencich for the vote.
Motion by Councilmember Cynthia Brown and seconded by Councilmember
Douglas Capps approving the City Council to sign a Letter of Support for Mayor JB
Whitten for nomination to the 2nd VP for Florida League of Cities.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mayor JB Whitten took back the gavel for the remainder of the meeting.
11. City Clerk Report
11.1. Appointment of Bryan Follmar as a full member of the Planning and Development
Board
City Clerk M. Schrader stated a vacancy occurred in January on the Planning and
Development Board and requested a motion for Bryan Follmar, currently the
alternate, to be appointed as a regular member.
Motion by Councilmember Douglas Capps and seconded by Councilmember
Cynthia Brown to appoint Bryan Follmar as a regular member of the Planning and
Development Board with the full term to begin at the first meeting in March 2023.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
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11.2. Planning and Development Board Volunteer Needed
City Clerk M. Schrader mentioned that an alternate is needed on the Planning and
Development Board. Those interested who live within the city limits, who are
interested can apply on the City website or contact the office of the City Clerk.
12. City Manager Report
12.1. Financial Update - Finance Director
City Manager T. Bolduc announced that the update for the financials are provided.
City Manager T. Bolduc said he had participated with NWFL College to review their
Strategic Plan and liked their method. He asked the City Council to invite civic
leaders who would like to participate with our Strategic Plan process. He mentioned
the meeting is scheduled for March 29th.
12.2. Fire Department Report - Fire Chief Anthony Holland
Fire Chief Anthony Holland provided a presentation to the City Council. He went
over the statistics of the 2022 response calls. He stated there were over 4,093 calls
between EMS and fire. He stated there were 107 fire calls, false alarms have
increased, 68 calls for Mutual Aid, an increase of 101 calls over last year, and 396
motor vehicle accidents.
In response to City Manager T. Bolduc and his question on what the Strategic
Planning has done for the fire department, Fire Chief A. Holland said we have
implemented eight goals for one year. He stated that communications have improved.
Protective Gear is on order which will provide staff with primary and secondary sets.
They have grant opportunities for safety equipment. They are reviewing policies and
he has formed a Station committee that will assist in budgeting. They are working on
the same radio system as the County. The fire tower is operating and March 23rd is
the Ribbon Cutting.
In response to Mayor Pro-Tem A. Rencich, Fire Chief A. Holland replied they do not
have any vacancies.
In response to Councilmember D. Capps regarding paramedics running calls, City
Manager T. Bolduc replied that we are getting all the systems in place. We are trying
to stay competitive and on budget. However, we are not ready to provide the service.
We need to have Station 4 running before adding the paramedics component. He
added we are working on getting them certified.
13. Comments from the Mayor and Council
13.1. Appointment of Ray Nelson to the Citizen's Advisory Council
Mayor JB Whitten announced the appointment of Ray Nelson to the Citizens'
Advisory Council as a vacancy occurred.
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13.2. Letter of Support for Restoring Passenger Rail in Pensacola/North Florida
Mayor JB Whitten said the federal government has funded rail travel. The passenger
service will include Crestview. We are partnering with other cities and will bring
back a resolution of support.
Councilmember C. Brown said Ryan Knox was one of the first to serve on the CAC
and has done a marvelous job and wished him well.
Councilmember Joe Blocker asked the city attorney to look into a certain individual
harassing the Council and citizens.
Mayor Pro-Tem A. Rencich had successful meetings with delegates in Tallahassee.
He also mentioned the success of the Unity Walk.
Mayor JB Whitten and Councilmember D. Capps also went to Tallahassee and went
over how successful the trip was stating the brunt of the training tower was provided
based on a trip that was made a few years ago. He also mentioned that yesterday one
of our citizens was able to save an individual from an accidental overdose. They are
planning to meet with the County to gain their support in the opioid initiative.
14. Comments from the Audience
Mayor JB Whitten asked if the public had any comments. No one came forward.
15. Adjournment
Mayor JB Whitten adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m.
Minutes approved this 13th day of March 2023.
Whitten
Mayor
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Maryapne S hr
City Clerk
Proper Notice having been duly given
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