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September 11, 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. Elder Echols of First Church of God in Christ
The Invocation was provided by Elder Echols of First Church of God in Christ.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the American Heritage Girl Troop.
3. Open Policy Making and Legislative Session
Mayor JB Whitten declared a quorum was present.
4. Approve Agenda
Mayor JB Whitten called for action.
Motion by Mayor Pro-Tem Andrew Rencich and seconded by Councilmember Ryan
Bullard 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
5.1. 9/11 Proclamation
Mayor JB Whitten stated the Honor Guard would accept the proclamation and asked
Councilmember Ryan Bullard to read the proclamation commemorating the
anniversary of the 9/11 attack. Councilmember Ryan Bullard explained he was a
rescue and recovery worker after the 9/11 attack.
5.2. American Heritage Girl Troop Proclamation
Mayor JB Whitten introduced the American Heritage Girl Troop and read a
proclamation declaring September I lth as American Heritage Girl Troop day.
5.3. Presentation of Employee of the Quarter
Mayor JB Whitten stated All In Credit Union sponsors the Strongest Link award and
invited Ronnie Owens, Fleet Manager, to accept the certificate. Hannah Wilburn of
All In Credit Union voiced her appreciation and presented Mr. Owens with a check
for $100. His supervisor, Michael Criddle, said Ronnie leads by example.
Mayor JB Whitten announced Captain Corey Winkler of the Fire Department was
also a recipient. Hannah Wilburn voiced her appreciation for the First Responders.
Fire Chief Tony Holland mentioned his appreciation stating through Corey's work as
the CPR instructor, the city was recognized as a training site.
5.4. Tourism Development Council - Tourism Presentation
JB Whitten asked Ron Shumard to come forward.
City Manager Tim Bolduc introduced Ron Shumard of the Tourism Development
Council (TDC) to discuss a sports marketing program. He mentioned D. Capps has
been working closely with the TDC.
Mr. Shumard went over the benefits of developing a sports marketing package for
Crestview as sports tourism generates jobs and tax revenue. He went over the
benefits for the children involved in sports programs and how the tournaments have a
direct impact on our economics. He went over the obstacles regarding lack of
facilities, financial incentives, lack of collaboration and scheduling conflicts. He
mentioned the benefits of hotels being built in Crestview and recognized that the
community is progressive.
Councilmember D. Capps asked about the lack of facilities in Okaloosa County, and
Mr. Shumard replied that the traveling teams need facilities where multi-versality is
required. He added a collaborative effort within the county is supported.
City Manager Tim Bolduc mentioned the Council has leaned toward a multi -sports
complex. He stated a new hire has just been added to support the city's sports
program.
6. Consent Agenda
Mayor JB Whitten called for action.
Motion by Councilmember Cynthia Brown and seconded by Councilmember Joe Blocker
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. Police K9 Purchase Contract
6.2. Tidal Wave Auto Spa Traffic MOU
6.3. DW Josey Plaza Traffic MOU
6.4. Phillips Energy Truck Stop Traffic MOU
6.5. Approval of August 28th CRA/City Council Special Meeting and City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
7. Public Hearings / Ordinances on Second Reading
No item brought forward.
8. Ordinances on First Reading
8.1. Ordinance 1950 - Sexual Offender and Predator Residency Restrictions
Police Chief Stephen McCosker introduced Ordinance 1950 - Sexual Offender and
Predator Residency Restrictions to the City Council. He then asked the City Clerk to
read the ordinance by Title.
City Clerk Maryanne Schrader read Ordinance 1950 aloud: An Ordinance of the City
of Crestview, Florida, Establishing Chapter 55 — Sexual Offenders and Sexual
Predators; Providing For Authority; Providing For Severability; Providing For
Scrivener's Errors; Providing For Liberal Interpretation; Providing For Conflicts; and
Providing For an Effective Date.
Police Chief Stephen McCosker stated he has researched ordinances in other
communities and amended the earlier draft, as the Council had expressed an
interest in prohibiting sexual offenders and sexual predators from establishing a
residence within 1,500 feet of certain locations within the City.
Councilmember R. Bullard mentioned he was originally concerned there was no
evidence preventing people from moving here and was concerned about
undocumented offenders. However, after review, he finds this ordinance may
prevent the offenders from moving into the city.
Mayor JB Whitten called for comment from the Council and the public. In hearing
none, he called for action.
Motion was made by Councilmember Doug Capps and seconded by Councilmember
Cynthia Brown to approve Ordinance 1950 on 1st reading and move to second
reading for final adoption.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
8.2. Ordinance 1951 - Police and Firefighters' Retirement
City Manager T. Bolduc presented Ordinance 1951 relating to Police and
Firefighters' Retirement to the City Council. There is full support of staff for the 25
years and out option. He then asked the City Clerk to read Ordinance 1951 by Title.
City Clerk Maryanne Schrader read the Ordinance: An Ordinance of the City of
Crestview, Florida; Amending the City of Crestview Police Officers' and
Firefighters' Retirement Plan, Adopted by Ordinance No. 780, as Subsequently
Amended; Amending and Renumbering Section 6 Benefit Amounts and Eligibility
and Supplemental Benefit; Amending Section 30 Pre -Retirement Death; Providing
For Inclusion In the Code; Providing For Severability; Providing For a Repealer; and
Providing for an Effective Date.
Mayor JB Whitten called for comment from the Council and the public. In hearing
none, he called for action.
Motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Andrew Rencich and seconded by
Councilmember Ryan Bullard to approve Ordinance 1951 on 1st reading and move
to second reading for final adoption.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
9. Resolutions
No item brought forward.
10. Action Items
10.1. Authorization to Proceed with the Foreclosures of Code Compliance Liens
City Manager T. Bolduc explained this is for the approval to move forward on the
foreclosure liens.
Chief S. McCosker explained that the sixteen cases are included in the staff report.
They have been steadily attempting to gain compliance. However, the properties
included remain non -compliant. The staff has tried to work with the owners without
success.
Mayor JB Whitten called for comment from the Council.
Discussion ensued on the process to remediate the properties, the labor involved with
working with the owners, how long the properties have not been in compliance, and
the ongoing replenishing and depleting of funds.
Mayor JB Whitten called for comment from the public.
Victor Kolmetz came forward stating the property he purchased could not meet
Section 8 standards. He said he rented the property, but the renter took all the
electrical and a/c when he left. He said all the windows have been destroyed by the
homeless. He asked that the $5,000 lien against the house be removed.
Kenny Siler came forward and asked why the blight program is not used to assist the
owners to clean up the property. He said the city placed a lien on a property that he
tried to sell for $125,000, so he was unable to sell it.
Motion by Councilmember Ryan Bullard and seconded by Councilmember Cynthia
Brown to approve the list of foreclosures.
Roll Call: Joe Blocker, Cynthia Brown, Andrew Rencich, Douglas Capps, Ryan
Bullard. All ayes. Motion carried.
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11. City Clerk Report
City Clerk M. Schrader stated she did not have a report.
12. City Manager Report
12.1. City Manager Updates
City Manager T. Bolduc introduced Brady Peters as the Assistant Parks Director,
adding he will be coming on board this week.
He mentioned value engineering for the Main Street improvement project, and the
recreation complex studies. Jayce and Wayne are working on the Twin Hills Park
improvements. The roof is being worked on and the air conditioning unit is being
added at Twin Hills Park, as well as partnering with the ROC and Richbourg for
other basketball facilities. A renovation project will begin Monday on the dog park
which will be closed for about four weeks. Signage will be in place to alert the public
of the closure. We are adding parking for the pickle ball courts, as well.
In response to Mayor Pro-Tem A. Rencich regarding the road signage, City Manager
T. Bolduc replied that he is discussing it with the TDC.
13. Comments from the Mayor and Council
Mayor JB Whitten announced the overdose awareness day was successful, and the WWII
event had a great turnout. He mentioned that on September 23rd, "Music on Main" will
have a band and vendors.
14. Comments from the Audience
Mayor JB Whitten called for comment from the public.
Shannon Hayes came forward stating that the time is good for the sports complex.
Frederick Butz came forward stating that wildlife has become a problem as coyotes come
into his backyard. He asked that developers think about the side effects of development.
15. Adjournment
Mayor JB Whitten adjourned the meeting at 7:16 p.m.
Minutes approved this 25th day of September 2023.
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