Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning 955. 2200 Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653 -1 603 • 352.

MEETING NOTICE

NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

There will be a meeting of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council on January 24, 2019. The meeting will be held at the Lake City Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, 213 Southwest Commerce Boulevard, Lake City, Florida. Dinner will start at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting at 7:00 p.m.

MEETING STARTS AT 7:00 P.M.

g by Please call the Council at 352.955.2200, or 800.226.0690, or email [email protected] January 21, 2019 to let us know ifyou will be attending the meeting. (You can call after hours and leave a message on voice mail too.) THANK YOU.

(Location Map on Back)

Please be at/vised tllat the Co1111cil meeting packet is posted on the Council website tit http://ncfrpc.org Regional (click on Upcoming Meetings and Meeting Packets, then click on North Central Florida Planning Council Full Packet.)

citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality of life of the Region's by enhancing public safety, protecting regional resources, services to local governments. promoting economic development and providing technical -1- Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 213 SW Commerce Blvd Lake City, Florida 32025

Directions: From the intersection of Interstate 75 and U.S. Highway 90 (exit 427) in the City of Lake City turn, East onto U.S. Highway 90, travel approximately 450 feet to SW Commerce Blvd, turn right (South) onto SW Commerce Blvd, travel approximately 720 feet and the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites is on the left.

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55 * B. Clearinghouse Committee Committee Level Comprehensive Plan Review Items

1. #16 - Gilchrist County Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. 18-lESR) 2. #18 - City of Newberry Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. 18-lESR) 3. #19 - City of Newberry Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. l 8-2ESR) 4. #22 - City of Cedar Key Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. 18-lESR) 5. #26 - Dixie County Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. 18-2ESR)

C. Finance Committee 57 * 1. Fiscal Year 2017-18 Audit 2. Authorize Payment of Auditor 103 * D. Middle and Lower Suwannee River and Withlacoochee River Task Force

IX. EX-OFFICIO MEMBER REPORTS

X. CITIZEN COMMENTS not This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Council on any matter included on the agenda. The comment period is limited to three minutes for each individual.

XI. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT 105 * A. Florida Regional Councils Association Monthly Activity Report 109 * B. Florida Regional Association Policy Board Meeting 111 * C. Florida Regional Councils Association Annual Report 129 * D. Florida Chamber Foundation Scorecard 145 * E. Legislative Report 147 * F. Florida Job Growth Fund 149 * G. Economic Development District Grantee Performance Report for period January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018 153 * H. National Association of Development Organizations Aliceann Wohlbruck Innovation Award

* See Attachments

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NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL MINUTES Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites December 13, 2018 Lake City, Florida 7:00 p.m.

MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS AB E T

Anthony Adams, Lafayette County David Arreola, City of Gainesville Patricia, Bouie, City of Hawthorne Rick Davis, Madison County Robert Brown, Hamilton County Mike Deming, City of Perry LaBarfield Bryant, City of Jasper Robert Hutchinson, Alachua County James Catron, City of Madison Linda Jones, City of High Springs Charles Chestnut IV, Alachua County John Meeks, Levy County Ken Cornell, Alachua County James Montgomery, Columbia County Frank Davis, City of Live Oak Daniel Riddick, Bradford County Louie Davis, City of Waldo Mike Williams, Madison County Thomas Demps, Taylor County Matt Hersom, City of Newberry Gene Higginbotham, Dixie County OUNCILATTORNEY PRESENT Fletcher Hope, City of Archer Janice Mortimer, City of Starke Jonathon Wershow Tim Murphy, Columbia County Gigi Simmons, City of Gainesville Len Stapleton, Suwannee County OTHERS PRESENT James Tallman, Union County Kenrick Thomas, Gilchrist County Sandra Buck-Camp Lorene Thomas, Dixie County Diana Davis Helen Warren, City of Gainesville Kurt Gray Robert Wilford, City of Alachua Whitney Gray Stephen Witt, City of Lake City Stew Lilker Tom Mirti Susan Ramsey NON-VOTING DELEGATE PRESENT

TAFF PRESENT EX-OFFICIO MEMBER REPRES NTATJVES PRESENT Steven Dopp Carmelita Franco Barney Bennett, Florida Department of Scott Koons Transportation Jean Strong Ben Glass, Suwannee River Water Management District Executive Members names are bolded Sean Greene, Florida Fish and Gubernatorial Members names are italicized Wildlife Conservation Commission

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I. INVOCATION

Chair Davis called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. with an invocation given by Commissioner Wilford.

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

The Council and guests pledged allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.

III. INTRODUCTIONS

Chair Davis stated there was a quorum of the Council, and welcomed and introduced Susan Ramsey Executive Director for Hamilton County Development Authority and Chair of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee; Sandra Buck-Camp, member of the Columbia Hamilton Suwannee Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board; Diana Davis, wife of Mayor Louie Davis from City of Waldo and Stew Lilker from the Columbia County Observer.

IV. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

A. Minutes - October 25, 2018

B. Monthly Financial Report - October 2018

C. Agreement with Florida Division of Emergency Management for Hazardous Materials Emergency Management Preparedness - Fiscal Year 2018-19

Chair Davis asked ifthere were any questions regarding the items on the Consent Agenda and requested that these items be approved.

ACTION: Commissioner Wilford made the motion, with a second by Councilman Bryant, to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried unanimously.

V. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA

Chair Davis asked for approval of the regular agenda.

ACTION: Commissioner Mortimer made the motion, with a second by Commissioner Cornell, to approve the regular agenda. The motion carried unanimously.

VI. CITIZEN COMMENTS

Stew Lilker, from the Columbia County Observer, spoke about rural transportation and rural broadband.

VII. FLORIDA RESILIENT COASTLINES PROGRAM

Whitney Gray, Administrator for Resilient Coastlines Program from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection provided Council members with an overview of the Florida Resilient Coastlines Program. Chair Davis thanked her for her presentation.

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VIII. CHAIR'S REPORT

A. Introduction of New Members of Newberry and Chair Davis welcomed new Council members Matt Hersom, Commissioner from City Len Stapleton, Commissioner from Suwannee County.

B. Resolution of Appreciation - Larry Sessions to ACTION: Commissioner Catron made the motion, with a second by Commissioner Demps approve the Resolution of Appreciation for Larry Sessions from Suwannee County. The motion carried unanimously.

C. Transportation Disadvantaged Program Resolutions of Appreciation I. Jason Holifield 2. Miriam Otera to ACTION: Commissioner Wilford made the motion, with a second by Councilman Bryant approve Resolutions of Appreciation for Jason Holifield from Dixie County and Miriam Otera from the Florida Department of Elder Affairs representing Gilchrist County. The motion carried unanimously. - D. Committee Appointment - Florida Regional Councils Association Policy Board Charles Chestnut IV Demps to ACTION: Commissioner Cornell made the motion, with a second by Commissioner ratify the appointment of Charles Chestnut IV to the Florida Regional Councils Association Policy Board as recommended by the Chair. The motion carried unanimously.

IX. COMMITTEE REPORTS -

A. Executive Committee - Management Alternatives for Human Waste Water Biosolids Resolution

Scott Koons, Executive Director stated that one of the by-products or residuals of the wastewater treatment process is called biosolids or the wet sludge that is left behind after initial processing, which i then collected for further treatment and processing. He further stated in Florida or biosolids are either land-applied as a soil amendment for improved agricultural productivity and disposed of in landfills and either way it is an impo11ant source of water, energy, nitrogen Mr. pho phorous resources that some suggest could be recovered and used more efficiently. of human Koons stated there is aJso concern statewide that excess nutrients from land application the waste biosolids reach surface water as a result of rainfall runoff and continue to increase and occurrence of chronic harmful algal blooms. He stated that the purpose of the agenda item their the attached resolution is to inform the Council's member counties, municipalities and associations about this regional issue and potential solutions.

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ACTION: Commissioner Chestnut made the motion, with a second by Commissioner Demps to adopt Resolution No. 2018-22 concerning Management Alternatives for Human Waste Biosolids in the north central Florida region and authorize its distribution to local government associations and state agencies. The motion carried unanimously.

B. Clearinghouse Committee

Commissioner Adams, Clearinghouse Committee Chair, gave the Clearinghouse Committee report. He stated that the Clearinghouse Committee met earlier in the evening and reviewed the local government comprehensive plan amendments which were included on the Council agenda for consideration.

#6 - Town of Inglis Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment #7 - City of Gainesville Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment #8 - City of Alachua Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment #9 - Dixie County Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment

He reported that the Committee finds that that the local government comprehensive plans, as amended, are not anticipated to result in significant adverse impacts to regional facilities, Natural Resources of Regional Significance or adjacent local governments.

Commissioner Adams stated that the Committee recommends forwarding these findings to the respective local governments and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.

ACTION: Commissioner Adams made the motion, with a second by Commissioner Cornell to approve the Committee recommendations concerning Item #6 - Town of Inglis Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment; Item #7 - City of Gainesville Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment; Item #8 - City of Alachua Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment; and Item #9 - Dixie County Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment. The motion carried unanimously.

C. Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee -

Susan Ramsey, Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee Chair, reported that the Committee met December 6, 2018. She stated that the Committee meets annually to determine whether any changes are needed to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy and to discuss economic development projects which have occurred in the region during the past year.

Ms. Ramsey stated that the information provided by Committee members will be used as part of an annual report to the U.S. Economic Development Administration and that the report is necessary to maintain local government eligibility for U.S. Economic Development Administration grants. She stated that no changes were proposed to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy and that the next meeting of the Committee is anticipated to be held in July 2019.

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D. Nominating Committee -

Ms. Thomas, Chair of the Nominating Committee, stated that the Committee met to nominate individuals for open positions of Secretary-Treasurer and Executive Committee member. She stated the Nominating Committee is recommending the advancement of Charles Chestnut IV to the Secretary-Treasurer position and recommending Thomas Demps as the Executive Committee member.

ACTION: Ms. Thomas made the motion to approve the Nominating Committee recommendation, with a second by Commissioner Wilford to elect Charles Chestnut IV as Secretary-Treasurer and Thomas Demps as Executive Committee member. The motion carried unanimously.

E. Middle and Lower Suwannee River and Withlacoochee River Task Force -

Commissioner Cornell, Middle and Lower Suwannee River and Withlacoochee River Task Force member, stated that the Task Force held its first meeting on December 12, 2018 in Madison at the Madison County Agricultural Extension Office. He stated also in attendance were representatives of the Suwannee River Waste Management District; Florida Department of Health; Madison County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism; Our Santa Fe River; Suwannee and St. Johns Sierra Club; Withlacoochee, Alapaha, Little and Suwannee River Watershed Coalition and citizens.

Commissioner Cornell stated that the Task Force received a presentation from staff concerning the history of raw sewage spills by the City of Valdosta into the Withlacoochee River, the consent order between the City and the Georgia Environmental Protection Division, and ongoing raw sewage spills. He stated that the Task Force also heard a report from the Florida Department of Health concerning the most recent raw sewage spill which occurred on December 2, 2018.

Commissioner Cornell stated that the Task Force identified public health, environmental, economic development and tourism as negative impacts of the spills and the Task Force also identified several strategies including contacting federal and state officials, adopting resolutions, sending letters, meeting with Valdosta Mayor and City Council and engaging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. He finally stated that the Task Force identified over 15 potential partners ranging from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to Valdosta citizens.

Commissioner Cornell stated the next meeting of the Task Force will be held on January 24, 2019 prior to the next Council meeting at the Holiday Inn and Suites in Lake City.

X. EX-OFFICIO MEMBER REPORTS

Barney Bennett, Rural Transportation Planning Manager, Florida Department of Transportation, District 2, stated that comments on the Department Tentative Five-Year Work Program are due December 28, 2018. Mr. Bennett also stated that applications from local governments for Small County Road Assistance Program, Small County Outreach Program, Transportation Regional Incentive Program, County Incentive Grant Program, and Transportation Alternatives projects are due by January 25, 2019.

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Ben Glass, Community Affairs Manager, Suwannee River Water Management District introduced Tom Mirti, Deputy Executive Director, Suwannee River Water Management District. Mr. Glass stated that springs grant applications from local governments are due January 16, 2019. He also stated that due to the amount of recent rainfall that flooding could potentially occur on local rivers during the coming weeks.

XI. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT

A. Florida Regional Councils Association Monthly Activity Report

Mr. Koons reported that the Florida Regional Councils Association is the statewide organization of the ten regional planning councils. The Association strengthens Florida's regional planning councils, partners with government and the business community to enhance regional economic prosperity and improves the consistency and quality of regional planning councils programs to ensure they add value to state, regional and local initiatives. He stated that the Association strives to accomplish these goals by carrying out the activities listed in the October 2018 and November 2018 activities report included in the Council meeting packet. He reviewed the activities listed in the October 2018 and November 2018 report.

B. Florida Chamber Foundation Scorecard™

Mr. Koons stated that the Florida Chamber Foundation has developed the Florida Scorecard™ to provide Florida leaders the metrics needed to secure Florida's future. The Florida Chamber Foundation's objective to develop a 20-year, statewide strategic plan requires a commitment to measuring our current status and progress toward the stated goals of the Six Pillars 20-year Strategic Plan. He further stated that the Scorecard reports metrics related to each of the Six Pillars. The Six Pillars are Talent Supply and Education, Innovation and Economic Development, Infrastructure and Growth Leadership, Business Climate and Competitiveness, Civic and Governance Systems and Quality of Life and Quality Places. He reviewed the December 2018 Scorecard™ included in the Council meeting packet.

C. Legislative Report

Mr. Koons reported that the 2019 Legislative Session is scheduled to convene on March 5, 2019 and is scheduled to adjourn on May 3, 2019. He also reported on the committee week schedule for the 2019 Legislative Session.

D. Florida Job Growth Grant Fund

Mr. Koons reported that the Florida Job Growth Fund each year provides $85 million for public infrastructure and job training projects that support growth and employment in Florida's diverse industries. He noted that since July 2018, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity has received more than 90 proposals requesting more than $531 million in funding and on October 30, 2018, the Governor announced $28 million in awards for eight Florida Job Growth Fund projects across the state.

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Mr. Koons reported that these awards included Columbia County receiving $10,200,000 for the construction of a wastewater treatment plant which will serve the North Florida Mega Industrial Park, nearby correctional facilities, Florida Gateway Airport, Florida Gateway College and other areas east of Lake City.

Mr. Koons stated that Council employee Steven Dopp, Senior Planner will be retiring on January 2, 2019. He noted that Mr. Dopp has been employed by the Council for 34 years. Mr. Koons thanked Mr. Dopp for his service to the Council and local governments throughout the north central Florida region.

Mr. Koons reported that Council employee Dwayne Mundy, Director of Public Safety and Regulatory Compliance, is currently hospitalized and in critical condition.

Chair Davis informed the Council that the next Council meeting will be held on January 24, 2019. The .. meeting was adjourned at 8:08 p.m.

1/24/19 Louie Davis, Chair Date

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-11- PLANNING NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL A RESOLUTION OF THE REGIONAL COLLABORATION WITH THE FLORIDA COUNCIL SUPPORTING FLORIDA FLORlDA ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES, COUNCILS ASSOCIATION FLORIDA SMALL COUNTY COALITION LEAGUE OF CITIES, FLORIDA OF PROTECTlON, FLORIDA DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PARTNERS TO CONSUMER SERVICES AND OTHER AGRICULTURAL AND IN FLORIDA, BIOSOLJDS MANAGEMENT ISSUES INCREASE AWARENESS OF LAND EVENTUAL ELIMINATION OF Tl-IE PRIORITIZE THE REDUCTION AND BIOSOLIDS AND ESTABLISH A PlLOT APPLICATION OF HUMAN WASTEWATER NEW STATE OF THE ART WASTEWATER PROJECT PROGRAM FOR FUNDING OF A ND AFFORD MORE EFFICIENT USE TECHNOLOGIES TO IMPROVE RECOVERY HUMAN WASTEWATER BIOSOLIDS Planning Council is area ofthe North Central Florida Regional WHEREAS, the geographic Madison, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, comprised of Alachua, Bradford Columbia the municipalities contained therein; and Suwannee Taylor and Union Counties and regional Florida Regional Planning Council is a multi-purpose WHEREAS, the North Central development, in the areas of affordable housing, economic government entity with policy responsibility and regional transportation; and emergency preparedness, natural resources to increase awareness of current time to work together as a region, and state WHEREAS, it is from our current issues, exan1ine potential water quality impacts and future biosolids management resource recovery eatment technologies to improve biosolids practices, and explore new wastewater tr and management options; and Council wishes to collaborate with the North CentraJ Florida Regional Planning WHEREAS, Florida League of Cities, Association, Florida Association of Counties, the Florida Regional Councils Florida Department Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Small County Coalition, Florida and rethink other partners to accomplish these objectives of Agricultural and Consumer Services, and practices for Florida. 21st Centmy human wastewater management THE ORTH CENTRAL FLORLDA REGIONAL NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED COUNCIL ENCOURAGES THAT: PLANNING the reduction and eventual Florida and its local governments prioritize 1. The State of ; and application of human wastewater biosolids elimination of the land to Project Program for funding local utilities 2. The State of Florida establish a Pilot treatment technologies to improve implement new state of the art wastewater human wastewater biosolids resources. recovery and afford more efficient use of 2018. DULY ADOPTED this 13th day of December NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA Attest: REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

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Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning • 852. 955. 2200 Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainaavilla, FL 82658 -1 608

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director'7~) ~

SUBJECT: Monthly Financial Report - November 2018

activities for November Please find attached a copy of the Monthly Financial Report for the Council's for the month and year 2018. The following paragraphs discuss revenues and expenditures to the budget to date.

Revenue Revenue at the end of two The total revenue for the Council for year to date is within budgeted figures. months is 9 percent of budget.

Expenditures Total expenditures at The total expenditures for the Council for year to date are within budgeted figures. the end of two months is 12 percent of budget.

Conclusion adjusted general fund In conclusion, staff is pleased with the financial condition of the Council. The balance should remain at an acceptable level at the end of the fiscal year. Staffis not aware of Overall, as is regularly reported, the financial condition of the Council is sound. anything in the current fiscal year that will change this situation. me. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact

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Region's citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality of life of the by enhancing public safety, protecting regional resources, and providing technical services to local governments. promoting economic development -13- -14- NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Summary Financial Statement (Unaudited) November 30, 2018

BALANCE SHEET

ASSETS Current Assets 1,332,444 Checking I Savings 520,804 Accounts Receivable 49,952 Other Current Assets 1,903,200 Total Current Assets 1,903,200 TOTAL ASSETS

LIABILITIES & EQUITY Liabilities Current Liabilities 11,004 Accounts Payable ,426 Other Current Liabilities 334 345,430 Total Liabilities 1,557,770 Equity 1,903,200 TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY

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SUMMARY STATEMENT

Adopted Budget November Year to Percent of FY 2018-19 2018 Date Budget

9% Revenue 2,144,600 52,631 196,909 12% Expenses 2,144,600 112,159 256,225

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REVENUE

Adopted of Budget November Year to Percent FY 2018-19 2018 Date Budget Account 35,600 943 8,750 25% Program Development Regional Planning 80,000 0 19,995 25% Regional Planning & Review

Public Safety & Regulatory Compliance 58,900 0 23,293 40% Hazardous Waste Monitoring 0% 136,500 0 0 Local Emergency Planning Committee 18,800 0 0 0% Hazards Analyses 0% 10,000 0 0 Public Safety Training Exercises

Transportation 0 0 0% Planning 443,500 Gainesville Urbanized Area Transportation 0% 212,600 0 0 Gainesville Urbanized Area Mass Transit 0% 24,200 0 0 Transportation Disadvantaged - Alachua County 0% 199,800 0 0 Transportation Disadvantaged - Region

Development 6% Economic 90,000 0 5,019 & Technical Assistance Economic Strategy 0 6,264 5% - Disaster 125,000 Economic Strategy & Technical Assistance 0% 53,300 0 0 Task Force Staffing Original Florida Tourism 0 53,000 19% Task Force 279,700 Original Florida Tourism 0 2,500 Vision North Central Florida

Government Assistance Local 10,000 0 2,489 25% General Technical Services 23% 224,200 51,688 51,688 Services City & County Planning 0 23,911 17% Administration 142,500 Community Development Block Grant 9% 2,144,600 52,631 196,909 Total Revenue

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EXPENDITURES

Adopted Budget November Year to Percent of 2018-19 2018 Date Budget Account FY

16,000 0 0 0% Audit 33,000 2,455 6,090 18% Building Occupancy & Grounds 143,300 9,422 28,199 20% Contractual Services 50,000 439 8,526 17% Dues, Publications, Subscriptions & Training 15,000 0 0 0% Furniture & Equipment 21 ,000 0 5,599 27% Insurance & Bonding 12,000 827 1,665 14% Legal Services & Public Notices 5,000 984 984 20% Machine Rental & Maintenance 17,000 0 1,350 8% Meeting Expenses 2,000 0 0 0% Moving Expense 24,000 1,360 2,166 9% Office Supplies 1,351 ,300 88,355 161.735 12% Personnel 7,000 426 1,071 15% Postage 2,000 0 0 0% Printing 2,000 0 0 0% Recruiting 15,000 800 1,814 12% Reproduction 5,000 459 925 19% Telephone 84,000 1,558 16,906 20% Travel 279,700 5, 074 19, 195 7% Original Florida Tourism Task Force 60,300 0 0 0% Contingency 2,144,600 112, 159 256,225 12% Total Expenses

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January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members ~

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director 712 1

SUBJECT: Monthly Financial Report - December 2018

for December Please find attached a copy of the Monthly Financial Report for the Council's activities month and year 2018. The following paragraphs discuss revenues and expenditures to the budget for the to date.

Revenue the end of two The total revenue for the Council for year to date is within budgeted figures. Revenue at months is 20 percent of budget.

Expenditures expenditures at The total expenditures for the Council for year to date are within budgeted figures. Total the end of two months is 17 percent of budget.

Conclusion fund In conclusion, staff is pleased with the financial condition of the Council. The adjusted general balance should remain at an acceptable level at the end of the fiscal year. not aware of Overall, as is regularly reported, the financial condition of the Council is sound. Staff is anything in the current fiscal year that will change this situation.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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BALANCE SHEET

ASSETS Current Assets 1,502,409 I Savings Checking 266,575 Receivable Accounts 52,775 Current Assets Other 1,821 ,759 Current Assets Total 1,821 ,759 TOTAL ASSETS

LIABILITIES & EQUITY Liabilities Liabilities Current 7,497 Payable Accounts 328,607 Current Liabilities Other 336,104 Total Liabilities 1,485,655 Equity 1,821,759 TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY

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SUMMARY STATEMENT

Adopted Budget December Year to Percent of FY 2018-19 2018 Date Budget

20% Revenue 2,144,600 237,429 434,338 17% Expenses 2, 144,600 102,094 358,319

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REVENUE

Adopted of Budget December Year to Percent FY 2018-19 2018 Date Budget Account 35,600 1,848 10,598 30% Program Development Regional Planning 80,000 0 19,995 25% Regional Planning & Review

Public Safety & Regulatory Compliance 58,900 0 23,293 40% Hazardous Waste Monitoring 136,500 20,650 20,650 15% Local Emergency Planning Committee 18,800 0 0 0% Hazards Analyses 10,000 0 0 0% Public Safety Training Exercises

Transportation 443,500 110,875 110,875 25% Gainesville Urbanized Area Transportation Planning 212,600 0 0 0% Gainesville Urbanized Area Mass Transit 24,200 5,806 5,806 24% Transportation Disadvantaged - Alachua County 199,800 49,496 49,496 25% Transportation Disadvantaged - Region

Economic Development 90,000 17,500 22,519 25% Economic Strategy & Technical Assistance 5% 125,000 0 6,264 Economic Strategy & Technical Assistance - Disaster 53,300 11,879 11,879 22% Original Florida Tourism Task Force Staffing 19% 279,700 0 53,000 Tourism Task Force Original Florida 0 2,500 Vision North Central Florida

Local Government Assistance 25% 10,000 0 2,489 General Technical Services 23% 224,200 0 51,688 Planning Services City & County 19,375 43,286 30% Grant Administration 142,500 Community Development Block 20% 2, 144,600 237,429 434,338 Total Revenue

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EXPENDITURES

Adopted Budget December Year to Percent of Budget Account FY 2018-19 2018 Date

0% Audit 16,000 0 0 27% Building Occupancy & Grounds 33,000 2,835 8,925 25% Contractual Services 143,300 7,333 35,532 21% Dues, Publications, Subscriptions & Training 50,000 1,879 10,405 0% Furniture & Equipment 15,000 0 0 27% Insurance & Bonding 21,000 0 5,599 18% Legal Services & Public Notices 12,000 536 2,201 984 20% Machine Rental & Maintenance 5,000 0 3, 199 19% Meeting Expenses 17,000 1,849 0% Moving Expense 2,000 0 0 4,472 19% Office Supplies 24,000 2,306 231,813 17% Personnel 1,351,300 70,078 1,269 18% Postage 7,000 198 0 0% Printing 2,000 0 0 0% Recruiting 2,000 0 2,829 19% Reproduction 15,000 1,015 1,373 27% Telephone 5,000 448 19,895 24% Travel 84,000 2,989 29,823 11% Original Florida Tourism Task Force 279,700 10,628 0 0% Contingency 60,300 0 358,319 17% Total Expenses 2,1 44,600 102,094

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Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Suwannee Planning Council 2008 NW 67th Place, Gsinssville, FL 32653-1 603 • 352. 855. 2200

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director

SUBJECT: Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board Appointments

RECOMMENDATION:

• Appoint Commissioner Willie Croft as Chair of the Union County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board;

• Appoint Steven Hutson as the voting Veterans Representative on the Gilchrist County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board; and

• Appoint Dr. Karen Pickles as the voting Public Education Representative on the Madison County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.

BACKGROUND:

According to Rule 41-2.012 of the Florida Administrative Code, the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council, serving as the Designated Official Planning Agency, is responsible for appointing members to the local Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Boards. It is recommended that Commissioner Willie Croft be appointed as Chair of the Union County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board. It is recommended that Steven Hutson be appointed the voting Veterans Representative on the Gilchrist County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board. It is recommended Dr. Karen Pickles be appointed the voting Public Education Representative on the Madison County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Regional Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Planning

Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653 -1 603 • 352. 955. 2200

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Louie Davis, Chair

SUBJECT: Resolution of Appreciation - Robert Hutchinson

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the attached resolution of appreciation for Robert Hutchinson.

BACKGROUND:

As a token of appreciation for his service on the Council since January 2017 and in recognition of his commitment and concern for the growth and development of the north central Florida area, the attached resolution of appreciation is recommended for approval by the Council.

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January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Louie Davis, Chair

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BACKGROUND:

As a token of appreciation for his service on the Council since January 2010 and in recognition of his commitment and concern for the growth and development of the north central Florida area, the attached resolution of appreciation is recommended for approval by the Council.

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Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee •Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning -1 603 • 352. 955. 2200 Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Louie Davis, Chair

SUBJECT: Committee Appointments

RECOMMENDATION: Finance Committee, and Robert Ratify the appointment of Charles Chestnut IV as Chair of the Committee, as recommended by the Brown to the Clearinghouse Committee and Regional Planning Chair.

BACKGROUND: and Regional Planning Due to vacancies on the Finance Committee, Clearinghouse Committee Committee appointments to these committees need to be made. of the Finance Committee, and I run recommending the appointment of Charles Cheshrnt IV as Chair Planning Committee. Robert Brown to the Clearinghouse Committee and Regional records at Council meetings were In addition to jurisdictional balance and geographic balance, attendance also considered in making these appointments.

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of the Region's citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality of life safety, protecting regional resources, -35- by enhancing public . providing technical services to local governments promoting economic development and -36- VIII.A.1.

Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning -1 603 • 352. 955. 2200 Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members . ~

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SUBJECT: Employee Pension Plan Trust Trustees

RECOMMENDATION: Central Florida Regional Council Accept the resignation of Steven Dopp as a trustee of the North y as a trustee of the North Central Employee Pension Plan Trust and appoint Lynn Franson-Godfre Tru t. Florida Regional Planning Council Employee Pension Plan

BACKGROUND: on January 2, 2019. As a result of his Steven Dopp, Senior Planner retired as an employee of the Council Regional Planning Council retirement he also resigned as a trustee of the North Central Florida Employee Pension Plan Trustee effective January 2 2019. the currently vacant position. It is Thus, it is necessary for the Council to appoint a trustee to fill Dopp as a trustee on tbe Employee recommended that tbe Council accept the resignation of Steven Franson-Godfrey, Senior Planner, as a Pension Plan Trust effective January 2, 2019 and appoint Lynn 1, 2019. trustee of the Employee Pension Plan Trust effective February hesitate to contact me. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not

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life of the Region's citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality of public safety, protecting regional resources, by enhancing . providing technical services to local governments promoting economic development and -37- -38- VIII.A.2.

Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Suwannee Planning Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653 -1 603 • 352. 955. 2200

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director $12 \~

SUBJECT: 50th Anniversary of North Central Florida Regional Planning Council

RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize the Executive Director to plan a celebration to be held on May 7, 2019 commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council.

BACKGROUND:

The Council was formed in 1969 by Alachua County and the City of Gainesville as the fourth regional planning council in Florida. Later that year, the Cities of Alachua, Hawthorne and High Springs became members of the Council. Over the next several years, the Cities of Archer and Waldo also joined the Council.

Bradford, Columbia, Hamilton, Taylor and Union Counties, and the Cities of Starke, Lake City and Perry where added to the Council in 1975. Suwannee County joined in 1976. Lafayette and Madison Counties and the Cities of Madison and Live Oak were added in 1977. Dixie and Gilchrist Counties joined in 1981. The City of Jasper became a member in 1993. The City of Newberry was added in 2000. The most recent addition to the Council was Levy County in 2016.

The Council now consists of 12 counties, Alachua, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor and Union Counties, and 13 municipalities the Cities of Alachua, Archer, Gainesville, Hawthorne, High Springs, Jasper, Lake City, Live Oak, Madison, Newberry, Perry, Starke and Waldo.

On May 7, 2019, the Council will celebrate its 50th Anniversary. The Florida Regional Councils Association recently adopted a resolution congratulating the Council on its 50th Anniversary (see attached resolution).

It is recommended that the Council authorize the Executive Director to plan a celebration to be held on May 7, 2019 commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Council.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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Dedicated to improving the quality of life of the Region's citizens, by enhancing public safety, protecting regional resources, promoting economic development and providing technical services to local governments. -39- -40- RESOLUTION NO. 2019-01

A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA REGIONAL SOTH COUNCILS ASSOCIATION RECOGNIZING THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE NORTH CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

Planning Council was formed WHEREAS, the North Central Florida Regional of Florida on May 7, 1969; and as the fourth regional planning council in the State Florida Regional Planning WHEREAS, the mission of the North Central Region's citizens, enhance public Council is to improve the quality of life of the development and provide safety, protect . regional resources, promote economic technical services to local governments; and recognize the need for WHEREAS, local governments throughout the Region that extend beyond county and regional coordination to address community issues municipal boundaries; and Council has engaged WHEREAS, the North Central Florida Regional Planning economic development strategy in strategic regional planning, comprehensive and intergovernmental review planning, emergency preparedness pl anning the Region; and activities to coordinate planning for the future of Central Florida Regional WHEREAS, for the past 50 years, the North governments and gubernatorial Planning Council has brought together local resolving problems and sharing appointees to provide a venue for analyzing issues, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist solutions among the 52 jurisdictions in Alachua, Taylor and Union Counties. Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Madison, Suwannee, Florida Regional Councils NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Regional Planning Council on its Association congratulates the North Central Florida in advancing the regional agenda. SOth Anniversary and recognizes its contributions Association this 11th day DULY ADOPTED by the Florida Regional Councils of January 2019. FLORIDA REGIONAL COUNCILS ASSOCIATION

JI - - ~oxanne Horvath, President Chris N. Rietow, Chair Policy Board Executive Directors Advisory Committee

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Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Suwannee Planning Council 2009 NW 87th Piece, Gainesville, FL 32853-1 803 • 352. 955. 2200

January 17,2019

TO: Council Members

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SUBJECT: Recognizing 50th Anniversary of Town of Otter Creek Resolution

RECOMMENDATJON:

Adopt the attached resolution recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the Town of Otter Creek.

BACKGROUND:

The Town of Otter Creek was incorporated in 1969. In recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the establishment of the Town of Otter Creek, the attached resolution is recommended for approval by the Council.

Otter Creek is a town in Levy County with a population of approximately 140 residents. Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto crossed Otter Creek during his explorations of Florida in 1539. In the 1930s and 1940s, Otter Creek was the second largest community in Levy County, with a population approaching 1,000 residents. A lumber mill that made cypress tlitches for citrus crates and two railroads which bisected the Town were the economic base of the community at that time.

In 2007, the Town Council created a local historic district consisting of neighborhoods with company residences that date from the late 19th Century and early 20th Century.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Attachment

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A RESOLUTION OF THE NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL RECOGNIZING THE SOTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TOWN OF OTTER CREEK

population of approximately 140 WHEREAS, the Town of Otter Creek, with a County; and residents, was incorporated in 1969 in Levy explorer Hernando de Soto WHEREAS, Otter Creek was crossed by Spanish during his explorations of Florida in 1539; and of Otter Creek was the second WHEREAS, in the 1930s and 1940s the Town population approaching 1,000 residents; largest community in Levy County with a and flitches for citrus crates and two WHEREAS, a lumber mill that made cypress economic base of the community in the railroads which bisected the Town were the early 20th Century; and created a local historic district WHEREAS, in 2007, the Town Council residences that date from the late 19th consisting of neighborhoods with company Century and early 20th Century. the North Central Florida Regional NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Otter Creek on its SOth Anniversary. Planning Council congratulates the Town of Regional Planning Council this DULY ADOPTED by the North Central Florida 24th day of January 2019. NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

Louie Davis, Chair Scott R. Koons, Executive Director

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Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning • 352. 955. 2200 Council 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653-1603 . _,,,,., ..... · 2009 NW

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members / ( - FROM: Scott R. Koons, A!CP, Executive Director ~ Economic Development Week SUBJECT: Proclamation Declaring February 11-15, 2019 as

RECOMMENDATION: 2019 as Economic Development Approve the attached proclamation declaring February 11-15, Week in the north central Florida region.

BACKGROUND: 11-15 2019 as Economic The Florida Economic Development Council has designated February economic development organizations in Development Week. The Council assists local governments and create, retain and expand jobs that promoting economic well-being and quality of life for communities fac ilitate growth enhance wealth and provide a table tax base. governments and other organizations The Florida Economic Development Council is encouraging local Therefore it is recommended that the across the state to recognize Economic Development Week. Development Week by adopting the Council join in the celebration of February 11-15, 2019 as Economic attached proclamation. to contact me. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate

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of the R egion 's citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality of life regional resources, by enhancing public safety, pro·tecting providing technical services to local governments. promoting economic development and -47- -48- Cent:rel Flori de Reg lane I Planning Council PROCLAMATION DECLARING FEBRUARY 11-15, 2019AS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WEEK

WHEREAS, the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council is an economic development district designated by the United States Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration; and

WHEREAS, economic developers promote economic well-being and quality of life for their communities by creating, retaining, and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth, and provide a stable tax base; and

WHEREAS, economic developers stimulate and incubate entrepreneurism in order to help establish the next generation of new businesses which is the hallmark of the American economy; and

WHEREAS, economic developers are engaged in a wide variety of settings including rural and urban, local, state, provincial and federal governments, public-private partnerships, chambers of commerce, universities and a variety of other institutions; and

WHEREAS, economic developers attract and retain high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities, and improve the quality of life in their regions; and

WHEREAS, economic developers working in the north central Florida region support the expansions of career opportunities and quality of life.

NOW, THEREFORE, the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council hereby proclaims the week of February 11-15, 2019 as Economic Development Week in the north central Florida region.

DULY ADOPTED AND PROCLAIMED this 24th day of January 2019.

Attest: NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

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Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning Council 2009 NW 87th Piece, Geineeville, FL 32853-1 803 • 352. 955. 2200

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director 712 /~

SUBJECT: Resolution Recognizing Service of Brian D. Teeple, Chief Executive Officer Northeast Florida Regional Council

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the attached resolution recognizing the service of Brian D. Teeple as Chief Executive Officer of the Northeast Florida Regional Council.

BACKGROUND:

In recognition of the service of Brian D. Teeple as Chief Executive Officer of the Northeast Florida has Regional Council, the attached resolution is recommended for approval by the Council. Mr. Teeple announced his retirement effective Februaiy 28, 2019. 30 Mr. Teeple has served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Northeast Florida Regional Council for years and ha had a career at the Council panning 33 years. He ha been involved in most major programs of the Counci I during his tenure. He has served and contributed to the No1theast Florida as Regional Council and Florida Regional Council As ociation with distinction and honor having erved Chair of the Florida Regional Councils Association Executive Directors Advi ory Committee.

If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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, Dedicat ed to improving the quality of life of the Region's citizens by enhancing public safety, protecting r e gional resources, to local governments. promoting economic dev elopment and providing t echnical services -51- -52- RESOLUTION NO. 2019-02

RECOGNIZING SERVICE OF BRIAN D. TEEPLE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER NORTHEAST FLORIDA REGIONAL COUNCIL

in 1977 to serve WHEREAS, the Northeast Florida Regional Council was created Flagler, Nassau, Putnam citizens and member local governments of Baker, Clay, Duval, and St. Johns Counties; and is to encourage WHEREAS, the mission of the Northeast Florida Regional Council and cooperate with one and enable local units of government and citizenry to assemble to promote health, safety, another and with representatives of major economic interests, of the Region that and general welfare of citizenry, and to plan for future development will keep it competitive and afford a high quality of life; and for 30 years of WHEREAS, Brian D. Teeple has served as Chief Executive Officer 33-year career at the the Northeast Florida Regional Council since 1989, capping a Council; and Florida WHEREAS, Mr. Teeple has served and contributed to the Northeast distinction and honor, Regional Council and Florida Regional Councils Association with Executive Directors having served as Chair of the Florida Regional Councils Association Advisory Committee; and Northeast Florida WHEREAS, Mr. Teeple has announced his retirement from the Regional Council effective February 28, 2019. Council hereby NOW, THEREFORE, the North Central Florida Regional Planning thanks him for his many congratulates Mr. Teeple upon the occasion of his retirement, and Florida Regional contributions on behalf of the Northeast Florida Regional Council future endeavors. Councils Association and wishes him well in his retirement and

DULY ADOPTED this 24th day of January 2019.

FLORIDA Attest: NORTH CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

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Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning 32653 -1 603 • 352. 955. 2200 Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Anthony Adams, Chair Clearinghouse Committee

RE: Chair's Report

I. COMMITTEE-LEVEL REVIEW ITEMS Committee is 6:00 p.m. January 24, 2019 at The next regularly-scheduled meeting of the Clearinghouse Lake City. At its meeting, the Comm ittee the Holiday Inn and Suites, 213 W Commerce Boulevard, require Council action. l will present an oral will review the following Committee-level items which at the Council meeting held later that evening. report on the Committee's actions and recommendations

Local Government Comprehensive Plan Amendment (DEO No. 18-1 ESR) # 16 - Gilchrist County Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. 18-lESR) #18 - City of Newberry Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. 18-2ESR) #19 - City of Newberry Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. 18-lESR) #22 - City of Cedar Key Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment (DEO No. l 8-2ESR) #26 - Dixie County Comprehensive Plan Adopted Amendment

ting packet is posted 011 the Cou11cil website at Please be advised that the Clearinghouse Committee mee ting Packets, tlte11 click on Clearinghouse ltttp://11c(rpc.org (click on Upcoming Meetings and Mee Committee Full Packet).

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January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

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SUBJECT: Review of Fiscal Year 2017-18 Audit

RECOMMENDATION:

Accept the Fiscal Year 2017-18 audit and authorize payment of auditor.

BACKGROUND: Certified Public Accountants. Please find attached a copy of the audit as prepared by Powell & Jones, The following paragraphs highlight the information reported in the audit. regulations and the rules of the Auditor First, it should be noted that the audit conforms with both federal to take into account not only internal General of the State of Flo1ida. Therefore the auditor is required the audit has been completed in accounting controls, but administrative controls as well. 1n addition 34 and 54 requirements. compliance with Governmental Accounting tandards Board Statement as they appear in the document. On More specific comments relating to the report are given in sequence audited " ... pre ent fairly in all Page 5 you can see that the auditor s report indicates that the records activities, each major fund, and material respects, the respective financial position of the governmental Regional Planning Council as of the aggregate remaining fund information of the North Central Florida respective budgetary comparisons for September 30 2018, and the changes in financial position and the accepted in the United tates of the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles ge11erally America." that is intended to present Pages 7 through 12 contain the "Management' s Discussion and Analysis" technically is not a part of the audit. easily understood analyses of tbe Council ' s financial activitie , but position of the Council from a This expanded information gives a more detailed l.ook at the financial business perspective. In general, you will find that the Pages 13 through 19 present the financial statements that were audited. no unusual circumstances. In information in each of these statement are fairly routine and report particular, page 13 presents the "Governmental Funds Balance Sheet."

the Region's citizens, Dedicated to improv ing the quality of life of resources, by enhancing public safety, protecting regional technical services to local governments. promoting economic development and providing -57- Council Members January 24, 2019 Page 2

Fund Balance. Please no1e Page 16 i a Statement of Revenue , Expenditures and Change in General were 0.1 percent more lhat with respect to revenues collected versu those budgeted revenues received (2.7) percent less than than budgeted amounts. With respect to expenditures, fund expended were made are reflected in the budgeted amounts. The difference in the revenues received ru1d the xpenditure increase in the Council's "General Fund Balance' of$50,417. Policies and Note 2, The auditor's notes begin on page 20. Note 1, Summary of Significant Accounting deal with the Governmental Reconciliatjon of Government-wide and General Fund Financial Statements, Investments, describes the Accounting Standards Board Statement 34 requirements, Note 3, Deposits and Government deposits of the Counci I and the funds invested in the State Board of Administration Local Funds, describes Surplus Funds Trust Fund Investment Pool and Note 6, Fund Balances - Governmental tandards Board the categories of the fund balance in accordance with the Governmental Accounting Statement 54 requirements. management on Pages 37 The audit also contains various reports on compliance, internal control and Consequently, there were through 4-4. In these reports, no material weakilesses or problems were cited. no finding of non-compliance or reportable conditions (see Page 40). Staff will be available atthe Overall, management and financial staff are pleased with the audit report. In the meantime, if you would meeting to answer any questions that you may have concerning the audit. do not hesitate to contact me. like additional information concerning the audit before the meeting, please

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ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT

For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2018

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ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT

For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE NO. Flnanclal Section Independent Auditor's Report 4-6

Management's Discussion and Analysis 7-10 Statement of Net Position 11

Statement of Activities 12 Governmental Funds: Balance Sheet 13

Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes In Fund Balances 14

Reconclllatlon of the Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances of Governmental Funds to the Statement of Activities 15

General Fund: Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes In Fund Balance - Budget and Actual 16

0rlg1nal Florida Tourism Fund: Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes In Fund Balance - Budget and Actual 17

Employee Pension Plan Trust Fund: Statement of Fiduciary Net Position 18

Statement of Changes in Fiduciary Net Position 19

Notes to Flnanclal Statements 20-34

Compllance Section Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and State Financial Assistance 36

Notes to Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and State Financial Assistance 37

Independent Auditor's Report on Internal Control over Flnanclal Reporting and on Compliance and other Matters Based on an Audit of Financial Statements Performed In Accordance with Government Auditini Standards 38-39

Management Letter Required by Chapter 10.550, Rules of the Auditor General 40-41

Independent Accountant's Report 42

Communication with Those Charged with Governance 43-44

2 -60- FINANCIAL SECTION

3 -61- INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT

To North Central Florida Regional Planning Council Gainesville, Florida

We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund Information of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (the Council), as of and for the year ended September 30, 2018, and the related notes to the financial statements, which collectively comprise the Council's basic financial statements as llsted in the table of contents. Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming an opinion on the financial statements that collectively comprise the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council's basic financial statements.

Management's Responsiblllty for the Ananclal Statements

Management Is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in asc-Ol'danee-wlt-h aeeounting principles generaffy accepted In the \:lnttedStates of America; thfs Includes the design, Implementation, and maintenance of Internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

Auditor's Responslblllty

Our responsibility Is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit We conducted our audit In accordance with auditing standards generally accepted In the United States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, Issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement.

An audit Involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures In the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's Internal control. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.

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-62- We belleve that the audit evidence we have obtained Is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

Opinion

In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, In all material respects, the respective financial position of the governmental activities, each major fund and the aggregate remaining fund information of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council as of September 30, 2018, and the changes In financial position and the respective budgetary comparisons for the year then ended In accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Other Matters

Required Supplementary Information

Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the management's discussion and analysis on pages 7 - 10 be presented to supplement the basic financial statements. Such information, although not a part of the basic financial statements, Is required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, who considers It to be an essential part of financial reporting for placing the basic financial statements in an appropriate operational, economic or historical context. We have applied certain limited procedures to the required supplementary information In accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, which consisted of inquiries of management about the methods of preparing the information and comparing the information for consistency with management's responses to our inquiries, the basic financial statements, and other knowledge we obtained during our audit of the basic financial statements. We do not express an opinion or provide any assurance on the Information because the limited procedures do not provide us with sufficient evidence to express an opinion or provide any assurance.

Other Information

Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming an opinion on the financial statements that collectively comprise the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council's basic financial statements. The schedule of expenditures of federal awards and state financial assistance is presented for purposes of additional analysis and Is not a required part of the basic financial statements.

The schedule of expenditures of federal awards and state financial assistance Is the responsibility of management and was derived from and relates directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the basic financial statements. Such Information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied In the audit of the basic financial statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling such Information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the basic financial statements or to the basic financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America In our opinion, the schedule of expenditures of federal awards and state financial assistance Is fairly stated in all material respects In relation to the basic financial statements as a whole.

5 -63- Other Reporting Required by Government Auditing Standards

In accordance with Government Auditing Standards, we have also issued our report dated November 29, 2018 on our consideration of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council's internal control over financial reporting and on our tests of Its compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements and other matters. The purpose of that report Is to describe the scope of our testing of Internal control over flnanclal reporting and compliance and the results of that testing, and not to provide an opinion on internal control over financial reporting or on compliance. That report is an integral part of an audit performed In accordance with Government Auditing Standards In considering the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council's internal control over financial reporting and compliance.

POWELL & JONES Certified Public Accountants November 29, 2018

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of the North Central Florida This discussion and analysis is Intended to be an easily readable analysis known facts, decisions Regional Planning Council's (the Council) financial activities based on currently be read In conjunction with the or conditions. This analysis focuses on current year activities and should financial statements that follow.

Report Layout

(GASB) Statement 34, Basic The Council has implemented Governmental Accounting Standards Board State and Local Governments. Financial Statements - and Management's Discussion and Analysis -for with specific guidelines. This statement requires governmental entities to report finances in accordance management's discussion and Among those guidelines are the components of this section dealing with the report consists of analysis. Besides this Management's Discussion and Analysis (MO&A), to the financial statements. The government-wide statements, fund financial statements, and the notes view of the Council's finances. flrst two statements are condensed and present a government-wide and reported as either Within this view, all Council operations are categorized as applicable, basic planning related governmental or business-type activities. Governmental activities include had no business-type activities services, tourism development, and general administration. The Council more corporate-like in that all In this fiscal year. These government-wide statements are designed to be activities are consolidated Into a total for the Council.

Basic Financial Statements

operations. In simple • The Statement of Net Position focuses on resources available for future the liabilities it terms, this statement presents a snap-shot view of the assets of the Council, amounts restricted for owes and the net difference. The net difference Is further separated Into activities are speciflc purposes and unrestricted amounts. In this statement, governmental reported on the accrual basis of accounting.

programs and the • The Statement of Activities focuses gross and net costs of the Council's summarizes and extent to which such programs rely upon general revenues. This statement are self-supporting simplifies the user's analysis to determine the extent to which programs is also utilized in this and/or subsidized by general revenues. The accrual basis of accounting statement.

and proprietary funds, as • Fund financial statements focus separately on governmental of financial applicable. Governmental fund statements follow the more traditional presentation business-type activities. statements. As stated above, the Council has no proprietary funds and

required by governmental • The notes to the financial statements provide additional disclosures In understanding the accounting standards and provide Information to assist the reader Council's financial condition.

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-65- • The MD&A is Intended to serve as an Introduction to the Council's basic financial statements and to explain the significant changes In financial position and differences In operations between the current and prior years.

Council as a Whole

Government-wide Financial Statements

A condensed version of the Statement of Net Position follows:

Net Position at September 30, 201.8 and 2017

Govern menta I Activities/ Total Government 2018 2017

Assets Cash and investments $ 1,550,098 $ 1,294,866 Receivables 704,053 791,112 Capital assets 127,050 133,268 Other assets 58,498 55,343 Total assets 2,439,699 2,274,589

Liabilities Accounts payable 60,392 115,542 Other current liabilities 506,944 353,329 567,336 468,871

Net position Net Investment In capital assets 127,050 133,268 Restricted 784,378 730,970 Unrestricted 960,935 941,480 Total net position $ 1,872,363 $ 1,805,718

During the year ended September 30, 2018, net position Increased by $66,645 primarily due to normal operations and budget administration.

8 -66- A condensed version of the Statement of Activities follows:

Change In Net Position For the Ffscal Years Ended September 30, 201.8 and 2017

Governmental Activities/ Total Government 2018 2017 Revenues Program revenues $ 1,226,024 Charges for services $ 1.,331.,120 511.,100 Operating grants 558,406 General revenues 211,253 Member dues 21.2,212 13,397 Miscellaneous 1.7,266 1.,961., 774 Total revenues 2,119,004

Expenses 1,684,824 Comprehensive planning services 1,729,US 277,623 Tourism development 323,244 1,962,447 Total expenses 2,052,359

(673) Change in net position 66,645 1,806,391 Beginning net position 1,805,718 $ 1,805,718 Ending net position $ 1,872,363

Governmental activities

or 3%, and revenues Increased by Comprehensive planning program expenses increased by $44,291, less than the final budget and $157,230, or 8%. Total General Fund expenditures were $48,303 revenues were $2,11.4 greater than the final budget.

Capltal Assets and Debt Administration

Capital Assets

capital assets, consisting primarily of Its At September 30, 2018, the Council has $127,050 invested in Changes in capital assets during administrative headquarters and associated furniture and equipment. the year consisted of additions to accumulated depreciation.

9 -67- capital Assets at September 30, 2018 and 2017

Totals 2018 2017 Land $ ii.9,985 $ 119,985 Buildings 393,000 393,000 Equipment 179,928 j,79,928 Subtotal 692,913 692,913 Accumulated depreciation (565,863) (559,645) capital assets, net $ 127,050 $ 133,268

The Council continued to have no long-term debt at September 30, 2018.

Reporting the Councll's Most Significant Funds

Fund Financial Statements

The fund financial statements provide detailed Information about the most significant funds - not the Council as a whole. Some funds are required to be established by state law and by grant regulations. However, the Council, from time to time, establishes other funds to help it control and manage money for particular purposes or to show that It is meeting legal responsibilities to using certain grants and other money.

Financial Contact

The Council's financial statements are designed to present users (citizens, taxpayers, customers, and creditors} with a general overview of the Council's finances and to demonstrate the Council's accountability. If you have questions about the report or need additional financial Information, please contact the Council's Executive Director at 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, Florida 32653-1603.

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STATEMENT OF NET POSITION

September 30, 201.8

Governmental Activities ASSETS Current assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 1.,079,893 Cash, Invested 470,205 Accounts receivable 704,053 Prepaid expenses 58,498 Total current assets 2,312,649

Noncurrent assets Capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation 127,050 Total assets $ 2,439,699

LIABILITIES Current liablllties Accounts payable $ 60,392 Accrued expenses 169,280 Accrued payroll llablllties 25,843 Accrued compensated absences 212,116 Unearned revenues 99,705 Total current liablllties 567,336

Total llabllltles 567,336

NET POSITION Net investment In capital assets 127,050 Restricted for: Unemployment compensation 30,000 Capital Improvements 560,000 Legal costs 100,000 Original Florida Tourism Fund 94,378 Unrestricted 960,935 Total net position $ 1,872,363

See notes to financial statements. 11 -69-

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17,266 17,266

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229,478 229,478

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109,923 109,923

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FLORIDA FLORIDA

STATEMENT STATEMENT

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Governmental Governmental See See -70- NORlli CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

BALANCE SHEET GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS

September 30, 2018

Original Florida Total General Tourism Governmental Fund Fund Funds ASSETS Cash and cash equlvalents $ 971,954 $ 107,939 $ 1,079,893 Cash, Invested 470,205 470,205 Accounts receivable 686,060 17,993 704,053 Prepaid expenses 31,654 26,844 58,498 Total assets $ 2,159,873 $ 152,776 $ 2,312,649

LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE Llablllties Accounts payable $ 51,994 $ 8,398 $ 60,392 Accrued expenses 169,280 169,280 Accrued payroll liabllltles 25,843 25,843 Accrued compensated absences 212,116 212,116 Unearned revenues 49,705 50,000 99,705 Total liabllltles 508,938 58,398 567,336

Fund Balances Nonspendable: Prepalds 31,654 26,844 58,498 Restricted: Tourism promotion 67,534 67,534 67,534 67,534 Assigned to: Unemployment compensation benefits 30,000 30,000 capita! improvements 560,000 560,000 Legal expenses 100,000 100,000 690,000 690,000

Unassigned 929,281 929,281 Total fund balances 1,650,935 94,378 1,745,313 Total llabllltles and fund balance $ 2,159,873 $ 152,776 $ 2,312,649

Total fund balances reported above $ 1,745,313 Amounts reported for governmental activities In the statement of net position are different because: Capital assets used In governmental activities are not financial resources and, therefore, are not reported in the governmental funds. 127,050 Net position of governmental activities $ 1,872,363

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GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES

For the FJscal Year Ended September 30, 2018

Original Florida Total General Tourism Governmental Fund Fund Funds REVENUES Member dues $ 159,212 $ 53,000 $ 212,212 State and federal grants 375,639 1B2,767 558,406 Contracts earned 1,221,197 .109,923 1,331,120 Mlscellaneous revenues 17,266 17,266 Total revenues 1,773,314 345,690 2,119,004

EXPENDITURES Current expenditures General government 1,722,897 1,722,897 Economic environment 323,244 323,244 Total expenditures 1,722,897 323,244 2,046,141

Net change In fund balance 50,417 22,446 72,863

Fund balances, October 1, 2017 1,600,518 71,932 1,672,450

Fund balances, September 30, 2018 $ 1,650,935 $ 94,378 $ 1,745,3.13

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RECONCILIATION OF THE STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES OF GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS TO THE STATEMENT OF ACTIVmES For the Ascal Year Ended September 30, 20jB

Net change in fund balances - Total Governmental Funds $ 72,863 Amounts reported for governmental activities in the statement of actMties are different because: Governmental funds report capital outlay as expenditures. However, in the statement of activities, the cost of those assets Is allocated over their estimated useful lives as deprei:iatlon expense. Less current year depreciation (6,218)

Change in net assets of governmental activities $ 66,645

See notes to financial statements. 15 -73- NORllt CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

GENERAL FUND STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE BUDGET AND ACTUAL

For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2018

Variance with Final Budget Budgeted A.mounts Actual Positive Original Final Amounts (Negative) REVENUES 12 Member dues $ 261,300 $ 159,200 $ 159,212 $ (55,161) State and federal grants 414,800 430,800 375,639 56,397 Other grants and contracts earned 1,122,200 1,164,800 1,221,197 866 Miscellaneous revenues 1,000 16,400 17,266 2,114 Total revenues 1,799,300 1.,771.,200 1,773,314

EXPENDITURES General government services Personnel services (47,954) salaries and benefits :1.,211,700 1,192,500 1,240,454

Operating expenses 36,856 (4,856) Building occupancy 40,000 32,000 2,278 Contractual services 1.66,000 168,000 165,722 (104) Legal costs 17,000 12,000 12,104 (3,050) Insurance 21,000 21,000 24,050 (14) Meeting expenses 21,000 18,000 18,014 467 Postage 6,000 7,000 6,533 66,065 (5,065) Subscriptions, dues, and training 54,000 61,000 (3,512) Supplies 25,000 25,000 28,512 (4,921} Travel 83,000 61,000 65,921 115,034 Other 1.39,600 173,700 58,666 572,600 578,700 482,443 96,257

Capital outlay Machinery and equipment .15,000 1,722,897 48,303 Total expenditures 1,799,300 1,771,200

50,417 50,417 Net change In fund balance 1,600,518 Fund balance, October 1, 2017 1,600,618 1,600,518 1,650,935 $ 50,417 Fund balance, September 30, 2018 $ 1,600,5:1.8 $ 1,600,518 $

See notes to financial statements. 16 -74- NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

ORIGINAL FLORIDA TOURISM FUND STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE BUDGET AND ACTUAL

For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2018

Variance with Final Budget Budgeted Amounts Actual Positive Original Fina I Amounts (Negative) REVENUES Member dues $ 53,000 $ 53,000 $ 53,000 $ State and federal grants 186,500 182,800 182,767 (33) Contracts earned 129,000 109,800 .109,923 123 Other Total revenues 368,500 345,600 345,690 90

EXPENDITURES Economic environment Operating expenses Contractual services 49,500 48,500 50,667 (2,167) Marketing 292,100 269,000 268,393 607 Postage 300 100 138 (38) Subscriptions, dues, and training 1,200 1,200 1,115 85 Other 25,400 26,800 2,931 23,869 Total expenditures 368,500 345,600 323,244 22,356

Net change In fund balance 22,446 22,446

Fund balance, October 1, 2017 71,932 71,932 71,932

Fund balance, September 30, 2018 $ 71,932 $ 71,932 $ 94,378 $ 22,446

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EMPLOYEE PENSION PLAN TRUST FUND

STATEMENT OF FIDUCIARY NET POSITION

September 30, 2018

Pension Trust Fund

Assets 25,642 Cash $ 3,878,529 Investments at fair value 10,219 Contributions receivable 3,914,390 Total assets

Liabilitles 13,086 Accounts payable

Net position $ 3,901,304 Reserved for pension benefits

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EMPLOYEE PENSION PLAN TRUST FUND

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN FIDUCIARY NET POSITION

For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2018

Pension Trust Fund Additions: Contributions: Employer $ 148,911 Total contributions 148,911

Investment Income: Interest and dividends 107,570 Net appreciation in fair value of Investments 81,533 Net investment gain 189,103 Total additions 338,014

Deductions: Pension benefit payments 53,641 Forefeitures U,840 Bank charges 399 Total deductions from net position 65,880

Increase In fiduciary net position 272,134

Net position reserved for pension benefits October 1, 2017 3,629,170 September 30, 2018 $ 3,901,304

See notes to financial statements. 19 -77- NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS September 30, 201.8

NOTEi SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

was The North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (the Council), located in Gainesville, Florida, 163.01 established on May 7, 1.969, as a political subdivision of the State of Florida under Section Florida Statutes. The Council is not currently subject to state or federal income taxes.

accepted The financial statements of the Council have been prepared In conformity with generally Standards accounting prlnclples (GAAP) as applied to governmental units. The Government Accounting financial Board is the accepted standard-setting body for establishing governmental accounting and below: reporting principles. The more significant of the Council's accounting policies are described

financial A. Reporting entity ~ As required by generally accepted accounting principles, these is statements present the Council and its component units, entities for which the primary government entities, considered to be financially accountable. Blended component units, although legally separate combined are, In substance, part of the government's operations and so data from these units would be hand, with data of the primary government. Each discretely presented component unit, on the other It is legally would be reported in a separate column In the combined financial statements to emphasize separate from the government.

Management has elected to include the following blended component unit in the financial statements:

The Original Florida Tourism Task Force

In accordance with the Council's agreement with this entity, its financial statements are maintained and presented as a separate special revenue fund.

B. Basic Flnanclal Statements-Basic financial statements are presented at both the government-wide and fund financial level. Both levels of statements categorize primary activities as either governmental or business-type.

For the Government-wide financial statements report Information about the reporting unit as a whole. These most part, the effect of any lnterfund activity has been removed from these statements. financial statements focus on the sustainability of the Council as an entity and the change In aggregate position resulting from the activities of the year. These aggregated statements consist of the Statement of Net Position and the Statement of Activities.

function The statement of activities demonstrates the degree to which the direct expenses of a given a specific are offset by program revenues. Direct expenses are those that are clearly identifiable with or directly function. Program revenues include charges to customers or applicants who purchase, use, as benefit from goods, services, or privileges provided by a given function. Other items not reported program revenues are reported Instead as general revenues.

20 -78- Fund financial statements report Information at the lndlvldual fund level. Each fund is considered to be a separate accounting entity.

C. Measurement focus, basis of accounting, and basis of presentaUon - The government-wide financial statements are reported using the economic resources measurement focus and the accrual basis of accounting. Revenues are recorded when earned and expenses are recorded when a liability ls Incurred, regardless of the timing of related cash flows.

Governmental fund financial statements are reported using the current financial resources measurement focus and the modified accrual basis of accounting. Revenues are recognized as soon as they are both measurable and available. A 1.20 day avallablllty period Is used for revenue recognition. Expenditures are recorded when the related fund liability Is incurred.

The Council reports deferred revenue on Its governmental fund balance sheet. Deferred revenues arise when a potential revenue does not meet both the measurable and available criteria for recognition In the current period. In subsequent periods, when both revenue recognition criteria are met, the liability for deferred revenue is removed from the balance sheet and revenue Is recognized.

Private-sector standards of accounting and financial reporting issued prior to December 1, 1989, generally are followed In the government-wide financial statements to the extent that those standards do not conflict with or contradict guidance of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board.

The Council reports the following governmental funds:

General Fund This Is the general operating fund of the Council. It Is used to account for all financial resources of the primary government, except those not required to be accounted for In another fund.

Original Florida Tourism Fund This is the special revenue fund utilized by the Council to account for the financial resources and transactions of The Original Florida Tourism Task Force, a component unit of the Council.

Fiduciary Fund The pension trust fund is used to account for transactions and assets held by the Council in a trustee capacity. The Council utlllzes the Employee Pension Plan Trust Fund to administer this pension plan.

D. Cash and cash equivalents - The Council considers all highly liquid Investments with a maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.

E. Cash and Investments - Cash deposits are held by a bank qualified as a public depository under Florida law. All deposits are Insured by Federal depository Insurance and collaterallzed with securities held in Florida's multiple financial Institution collateral pool as required by Chapter 280, Florida Statutes.

Investments In the General Fund consist of amounts placed with the State Board of Administration for participation In the Local Government Surplus Funds Trust Fund Investment pool created by Sections

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-79- In the Pool, which the State Board 218.405 and 218.417, Florida Statutes. The Council's Investments Rule 2a7-llke external investment of Administration Indicates Is a Securities and Exchange Commission in which shares are owned in the pool, as of September 30, 2018, are slmllar to money market funds are reported at fair value, which Is fund rather than the underlying Investments. These Investments amortized cost.

participants maintain self-

equipment assets are reported in F. Capital assets -Capital assets, which include property, plant, and statements. Capital assets are the applicable governmental columns In the government-wide financial more and an estimated useful life In defined by the Council as assets with an Initial cost of $1,000 or cost or estimated historical cost If excess of two years. Capital assets are recorded at historical fair market value on the date purchased or constructed. Donated assets are recorded at their estimated of the donation.

the value of the asset or materially The cost of normal maintenance and repairs that do not add to extend assets lives are not capitalized.

basis over the following estimated Depreciation of exhaustible assets Is provided on the straight-line useful lives:

Bulldlngs and improvements 15years Equipment 50 months

the statement of net position will G. Deferred outflows/Inflows of resources - In addition to assets, resources. This separate financial sometimes report a separate section for deferred outflows of a consumption of net position that statement element. deferred outflows of resources, represents as an outflow of resou rces applies to a future period(s) and so will not be recognized qualified for reporting In this category. (expense/expenditure) until then. The Council had no items that

report a separate section for In addition to liabilities, the statement of net position will sometimes element, deferred inflows of deferred Inflows of resources. This separate financial statements to a future period(s) and so will not be resources, represents an acquisition of net position that applies Council had no items that qualified recognized as an inflow of resources (revenue) until that time. The for reporting in this category.

employee vacation and sick pay. The H. Compensated absences-The Council allows limited vesting of from one fiscal year to the next, more Council's policy stipulates that employees cannot carry forward, of sick leave. Employees are paid for than 24 working days of vacation or more than 30 working days at the conclusion of the fiscal year. accrued vacation and vested sick leave in excess of these llmlts

22 -80- In the accompanying financial statements, the Council reports its entire llabllity for accrued compensated absences in the general fund. This reporting practice Is followed because the Council has been reimbursed through funding contracts for this liability.

I. Pervasiveness of Estimates - The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and llabllities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

NOTE2. RECONCILIATION OF GOVERNMENT-WIDE AND GENERAL FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

A. Explanation of Difference Between the Governmental Fund Balance Sheet and the Government-Wide Statement of Net Position

"Total fund balances" of the Council's Governmental Funds $1., 745,313 differs from "net position" of governmental activities $1,872,363 reported in the statement of net position. This difference primarily resu Its from the long-term economical focus of the statement of net position versus the current financial resources focus of the governmental fund balance sheet.

Capital related Items

When capital assets {property, plant, equipment) that are to be used in governmental activities are purchased or constructed, the cost of these assets are reported as expenditures in governmental funds. However, the statement of net assets Includes those capital assets among the assets of the Council as a whole.

Cost of capital assets $ 692,913 Accumulated depreciation (565,863) Total $ 127,050

23 -81-

25,843 25,843

99,705 99,705

60,392 60,392

58,498 58,498

567,336 567,336

212,116 212,116 169,280 169,280

127,050 127,050

704,053 704,053

470,205 470,205

of of

1,872,363 1,872,363 2,439,699 2,439,699

Position Position

2,439,699 2,439,699

1,079,893 1,079,893

Position Position

Statement Statement

Net Net

Net Net

$ $

$ $

$ $

$ $

-

of of

- -

-

-

-

- . .

. . -

Statement Statement

127,050 127,050

127,050 127,050

127,050 127,050

127,050 127,050

Items Items

Related Related

Capital Capital

$ $

$ $

$ $

$ $

COUNCIL COUNCIL

Government-wide Government-wide

-

the the

99,705 99,705

25,843 25,843

60,392 60,392

58,498 58,498

and and

PLANNING PLANNING

212,116 212,116

567,336 567,336

169,280 169,280

704,053 704,053

470,205 470,205

2,312,649 2,312,649

1,745,3.13 1,745,3.13

2,312,649 2,312,649

1,079,893 1,079,893

Total Total

Funds Funds

STATEMENTS STATEMENTS

Sheet Sheet

Governmental Governmental

$ $

$ $

$ $

$ $

24 24

REGIONAL REGIONAL

Balance Balance

FINANCIAL FINANCIAL

Fund Fund

FUND FUND

FLORIDA FLORIDA

AND AND

CENTRAL CENTRAL

Governmental Governmental

the the

position position

NORTH NORTH

Between Between

GOVERNMENT-WIDE GOVERNMENT-WIDE

absences absences

OF OF

balance/net balance/net

BALANCES BALANCES

fund fund

liabilities liabilities

net net

position position

equivalents equivalents

-

Differences Differences

FUND FUND

and and

of of

revenue revenue

payable payable

cash cash

receivable receivable

payroll payroll

compensated compensated

expenses expenses

AND AND

expenses expenses

assets assets

Invested Invested

and and

RECONCILIATION RECONCILIATION

llablllties llablllties

liabilltles liabilltles

balance/net balance/net

2 2 -

assets assets

Unearned Unearned

Accrued Accrued

Accrued Accrued

Accrued Accrued

Accounts Accounts

Prepaid Prepaid

Capital Capital

Cash, Cash,

Cash Cash

Accounts Accounts

Explanation Explanation

Fund Fund

Total Total

Total Total

LIABILmES LIABILmES

Liabilities: Liabilities:

Total Total

ASSETS ASSETS

NOTE NOTE A. A. -82- B. Explanation of Differences Between Governmental Fund Operating Statements and the Statement of Activities

The "net change In fund balances" for the governmental funds of $72,863 differs from the "change in net position" for governmental activities of $66,645 reported in the statement of activities. The differences arise primarily from the long-term economic focus of the statement of activities versus the current financial resources focus of the governmental funds. The effect of the differences Is illustrated below.

Capital related Items

When capital assets that are to be used in governmental activities are purchased or constructed, the resources expended for those assets are reported as expenditures In governmental funds. However, In the statement of activities, the costs of those assets Is allocated over their estimated useful lives and reported as depreciation expense. As a result, fund balances decrease by the amount of financial resources expended, whereas net assets decrease by the amount of depreciation expense charges for the year.

Depreciation expense $ (6,218)

25 -83-

66,645 66,645

17,266 17,266

323,244 323,244

558,406 558,406

212,212 212,212

of of

1,872,363 1,872,363

1,805,718 1,805,718

2,052,359 2,052,359

1,729,115 1,729,115

2,119,004 2,119,004

1,331,120 1,331,120

Activities Activities

Activities Activities

Statement Statement

of of

$ $

$ $

-

-

-

-

. .

Statement Statement

the the

6,218 6,218

6,218 6,218

(6,218) (6,218)

:127,050 :127,050

133,268 133,268

and and

Items Items

Capital Capital

Related Related

COUNCIL COUNCIL

$ $

$ $

Statements Statements

STATEMENTS STATEMENTS

PLANNING PLANNING

Operating Operating

72,863 72,863

17,266 17,266

RNANCIAL RNANCIAL

323,244 323,244

558,406 558,406

212,212 212,212

1,745,3J.3 1,745,3J.3 1,672,450 1,672,450

2,046,141 2,046,141

1,722,897 1,722,897

2,119,004 2,119,004

1,331,120 1,331,120

26 26

Fund Fund

Total Total

Funds Funds

REGIONAL REGIONAL

FUND FUND

Governmental Governmental

$ $

$ $

AND AND

FLORIDA FLORIDA

Governmental Governmental

the the

CENTRAL CENTRAL

earned earned

2018 2018

Between Between

GOVERNMENT-WIDE GOVERNMENT-WIDE

30, 30,

OF OF

2017 2017

NORTH NORTH

1, 1,

grants grants

contracts contracts

balance balance

revenues revenues

Differences Differences

and and

October October

of of

fund fund

environment environment

federal federal

In In

dues dues

government government

grants grants

and and

RECONCILIATION RECONCILIATION

expenditures expenditures

-

September September balance,

balance, balance,

expenditures expenditures

revenues revenues

2 2

change change

Economic Economic

General General

Mlscellaneous Mlscellaneous

Other Other

Member Member State State

Explanation Explanation

Fund Fund

Fund Fund

Net Net

EXPENDll\JRES EXPENDll\JRES

Total Total

Current Current

Total Total

REVENUES REVENUES

B. B. NOTE NOTE -84- NOTE 3. DEPOSITS AND INVESTMENTS

1.. Deposits

At September 30, 2018, the carrying amount of the Council's bank deposits was $1,079,893. All deposits with financial Institutions were 100% insured by federal depository Insurance or by collateral provided by qualified public depositories to the State Treasurer pursuant to the Public Depository Security Act of the State of Florida. The Act established a Trust Fund, maintained by the State Treasurer, which Is a multiple financial institution pool with the ability to assess Its member financial Institutions for collateral shortfalls If a member fails.

2. Investments

General Fund

As of September 30, 2018, the Council's general fund had the following Investments and maturities:

Investment Maturities Fair Value State Board of Administration Local Government Florida PRIME Investment Fund 33 days $ 470,205 Total Investments $ 470,205

The Council's investment In Florida PRIME Is administered by the Aorida State Board of Administration (SBA). Florida PRIME is an external Investment pool that Is not a registrant with the SEC; however, the SBA has adopted operating procedures consistent with the requirements for a SEC Rule 2a-7 fund. Florida PRIME is governed by Chapter 19-7 of the Florida Administrative Code, which identifies the Rules of the SBA. These rules provide guidance and establish the general operating procedures for the admlnlstration of Florida PRIME. Additionally, the State of Florida, Office of the Auditor General performs the operational audit of the activities and Investments of the SBA. Throughout the year and as of September 30, 2018, Florida PRIME contained certain floating rate and adjustable rate securities that were Indexed based on the prime rate and/or one-and three-month LIBOR. These floating rate and adjustable rate securities are used to hedge against interest risk and provide diversification to the portfolio. Exposure to a single issuer Is limited to 5% of the portfolio's amortized cost. Investments In Florida PRIME are not evidenced by securities that exist In physical or book entry form. The current rating for the Florida PRIME is AAAm by Standard and Poors. The weighted average of days to maturity of the Florida PRIME at September 30, 2018 is 33 days. The fair value of the Council's position in the pool approximates the value of the pool shares. At September 30, 2018, the Council had $470,205 invested in Aorida PRIME. Florida PRIME's most recent financial statements can be found at https://www.sbafla.com/prime/ Audits/tabid/582Default.aspx.

Fair Value Measurements

In February 20:1.5, GASS issued GASB Statement No. 72. GASB 72 applicability related to the application of fair value Is limited to assets and liabilities that are currently measured at fair value and certain investments that are not currently measured at fair value.

Florida PRIME currently meets all of the necessary criteria to elect to measure all of the investments In Florida PRIME at amortized cost. Therefore, the participant account balance is considered the fair value

27 -85- of the investment Florida PRIME investment Is exempt from the GASB 72 fair value hierarchy disclosures.

As of September 30, 2018, the Council's Investment In the Florida PRIME Investment pool is rated AAAm by Standard & Poors.

Investment Objective

The primary investment objectives for Florida PRIME, In priority order, are safety, liquidity, and competitive returns with minimization of risks. Investment performance of Florida PRIME will be evaluated on a monthly basfs against the Standard & Poors U.S. AAA & AA Rated GIP All 30 Day Net Yleld Index. While there Is no assurance that Florida PRIME will achieve its Investment objectives, it endeavors to do so by following the investment strategies described In this Policy.

Interest Rate Risk

The dollar weighted average days to maturity (WAM) of Florida PRIME at September 30, 2018, Is 33 days. Next interest rate reset dates for floating rate securities are used in the calculation of the WAM. The weighted average life (WAL) of Florida PRIME at September 30, 2018, Is 72 days.

Foreign Currency Risk

Florida PRIME was not exposed to any foreign currency risk during the period from October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018.

Securities Lending

Florida PRIME did not participate in a securities lending program In the period October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018.

Fair Value Hierarchy

Florida PRIME currently meets all of the necessary criteria to elect to measure all of the investments in Florida PRIME at amortized cost; therefore, participant account balances should be also reported at amortized cost.

Pension Trust Fund

The Investments held by the Council's Employee Pension Plan Trust at September 30, 2018 consist of the following:

Types of Investments Fair Value Cost Money market accounts $ 1,907,651 $ 1,866,539 Equity mutual funds 850,264 522,210 Bond mutual funds 5,735 4,784 Stocks and corporate bonds 1,:114,879 986,933 $ 3,878,529 $ 3,380,466

28

-86- investments As of September 30, 2018, the Council's Employee Pension Plan Trust had the following that represent 5% or more of Its net assets:

Name of Investments Fair Value

Greater than 5% Schwab Money Market Funds 1.,866,170 shares $ 1,866,170

Other Investments 2,012,359

Total investments $ 3.878,529 participant self-directed As previously described, these investments are contained In individual accounts.

bought and sold, as During 2018, the Trust's Investments (including gains and losses on Investments well as held during the year) appreciated in value by $81.,533.

Interest Rate Risk

sufficient liquidity • Section 21.8.415(17), Florida Statutes, limits investment maturities to provide to pay obligations as they come due.

Pool is based • The maturity of the State Board of Administration Local Government Investment the average on the weighted average of days to maturity (WAM). A portfolio's WAM reflects instruments. maturity in days based on final maturity or reset date, in the case of floating rate WAM measures the sensitivity of the portfolio to interest rate changes.

Custodia! Credit Risk

Investments and 1) if Section 218.415(18), Florida Statutes, requires the Council to earmark all for safekeeping In a registered with the issuer or its agents, the Investment must be Immediately placed book entry form, the location that protects the governing body's interest In the security; 2) If in by the Federal Investment must be held for the credit of the governing body by a depository chartered which has a branch or Government, the State, or any other state or territory of the United States and existing under the principal place of business In this State, or by a national association organized which is doing business laws of the United States which is authorized to accept and execute trusts and from the assets of in this State, and must be kept by the depository in an account separate and apart with the issuer or its the financial institution; or 3) if physically issued to the holder but not registered Council investments agents, must be immediately placed for safekeeping in a secured vault All general complied with this provision of law.

29 -87- NOTE 4. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

the All accounts receivable In the governmental funds totaling $704,039 represent amounts due by Council from other governmental units for services and grant contracts, and are considered management to be fully collectible.

NOTE 5. EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT SYSTEM

The Council maintains a single employer defined contribution retirement plan. The plan Is administered Trust). by the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council Employee Pension Plan Trust (the fully Employees are eligible to participate in the plan after six months of service. The participants are in vested In the portion of their account associated with their contributions. They become vested equals employer contributions at a rate of twenty-five percent per year of service. One year of service 1.,000 hours of work during the plan year.

make There are no mandatory employee contributions. However, plan members may voluntarily Current contributions during the fiscal year. Voluntary contributions were not made in the current year. before Councll contributrons for, and interest forfeited by, employees who terminate their employment becoming fully vested are used to reduce the amount of the Council's future monthly contributions. The Council's total payroll for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2018, was $874,075. The Council's contributions were made using a base eligible salary amount of $845,33i Total required contributions of 16.45% on base pay of $845,331, amounted to $148,911.. The Council made the required contributions during the fiscal year. Other than payment of contributions, there were no transactions between the Council and the Trust during the year.

choose Participants Invest In Charles Schwab - Individual Participant Directed Accounts, whereby they Plan their own specific Investments, such as stocks, mutual funds and bonds. In accordance with the of (a) document, each participant's account is credited with the participant's contribution and allocations of the Council's contributions and (b) Plan earnings, and (c) may be charged with an allocation as administrative expenses. Allocations are based on participant earnings or account balances, the defined. The benefit to which a participant is entitled is the benefit that can be provided from participant's vested account.

elect On termination of service due to death, disability or retirement, a participant or his beneficiary may or her to receive either a lump-sum amount equal to the value of the participant's vested interest In his not account, or payments In monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual installments, over a period the exceeding ten years. For tennination of service due to other reasons, a participant may receive value of tlie vested interest in his or her account as a lump-sum distribution.

the The Council pays all administrative expenses of the Plan, excluding bank fees, and does not expect Plan to reimburse it for these administrative expenses, excluding bank fees.

or The Council has the right to permanently discontinue Its contributions to the Plan or to partially and completely terminate the Plan In the future. If that occurs, all participants then become fully vested

30

-88- are not thereafter subject to forfeiture. The Trustees of the Plan may continue the Plan or direct that all assets be distributed to the participants, and the Trustees' decision is binding on all participants.

The Plan obtained Its latest determination letter on January 11., 2002, in which the Internal Revenue Service stated that the Plan, as then designed, was In compliance with the applicable requirements of the Internal Revenue Code. The Plan has not been amended since receiving the determination letter. However, the Plan administrator and the Plan's tax counsel bell eve the Plan is currently designed and being operated In compliance with the applicable requirements of the Internal Revenue Code. Therefore, no provision for Income taxes has been included In the Plan's financial statements.

NOTE 6. FUND BALANCES - GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS

As of September 30, 201.8, fund balances of the governmental funds are classified as follows:

Nonspendable - amounts that cannot be spent either because they are In nonspendable form or because they are legally or contractually required to be maintained intact.

Restricted - amounts that can be spent only for specific purposes because of constitutional provisions, charter requirements or enabling legislation or because of constraints that are externally imposed by creditors, granters, contributors, or the laws or regulations of other governments.

Committed - amounts that can be used only for specific purposes determined by a formal action of the Council. The Council is the highest level of decision making authority for the Council. Commitments may be established, modified, or rescinded only through resolutions approved by the Council. There were no committed fund balances at year end.

Assigned - amounts that do not meet the criteria to be classified as restricted or committed, but that are intended to be used for spectfic purposes. Under current practices, the assignment of amounts for specific purposes Is approved by the Council.

Unassigned - all other spendable amounts.

As of September 30, 2018, fund balances are composed of the following:

Total Original Florlda Governmental General Fund Tourism Fund Funds Nonspendable: Pre pa Ids $ 31,654 $ 26,844 $ 58,498 Restricted for: Tourism marketing 67,534 67,534 Assigned to: Unemployment compensation benefits 30,000 30,000 .,. Capital improvements 560,000 560,000 Legal expenses 100,000 100,000 Unassigned 9291281 9291281 Total fund balances i ;!.,65Q,~35 ~ ft4,318 i 1 , 745 , ~13

31

-89- A description of the restricted fund balances follows:

Tourism Promotion - This Is classified as restricted due to the fact that It Is fully controlled by the Original Florida Tourism Task Force, an entity that is Independent of the Council.

A description of the assigned fund balances follows:

Unemployment Compensation Benefits-As provided by State law, the Council is a relmbursable type of employer for unemployment compensation benefits. A $30,000 reserve has been maintained for future unemployment claims.

Capital Improvements - The Council maintains a reserve of $560,000 to provide funding for future building and equipment replacements.

Legal Expenses - Due to the nature of Its operations, the Council is subject to various types of legal challenges regarding its actions. A reserve of $100,000 Is maintained to provide funding for these non­ routine legal expenses.

When an expenditure Is incurred for purposes for which both restricted and unrestricted fund balance is available, the Council considers restricted funds to have been spent first. When an expenditure is Incurred for which committed, assigned, or unassigned fund balances are available, the Council considers amounts to have been spent first out of committed funds, then assigned funds, and finally unassigned funds, as needed, unless the Council has provided otherwise in its commitment or assignment actions.

NOTE 7. CAPITAL ASSETS

Capital asset activity for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2018, follows:

Beginning Ending Balances Increases Decreases Balances Land $ 11.9,985 $ $ $ 119.985 Depreciable capital assets: Buildings 393,000 393,000 Furniture, fixtures and equipment 179,928 179,928 Total depreciable 572,928 572,928 Accumulated depreciation: Buildings (393,000) (393,000} Furniture, fixtures and equipment ~166,645~ !61218! (172,863) (565,863! Total accumulated depreciation {5591645} ~6.2181 Capita! assets, net ! 133,268 1 (6,218} i i 127,050

Total depreciation of $(6,218) was charged to the General Government function of the Council's General Fund.

NOTE 8. BUDGETARY PROCESS

The Council follows these procedures in establishing the budgetary data reflected In the financial statements:

32 -90- year commencing the 1. In March, the Finance Committee begins preparing a budget for the fiscal (OPD) prepared by following October 1, based on work desired In the Overall Planning Design the Program Committee.

Is adopted on a basis that 2. In May, the Council adopts and approves the budget. The budget does not materially differ from the modified accrual basis of accounting.

necessarily have an impact on 3. Actual contracts entered Into by the Council throughout the year due to unforeseen approved budgetary operating levels. Should any major changes be needed Is amended during the contracts or the need to appropriate additional Council funds, the budget year and subsequently approved by the Council.

4. The legal level of budgetary control ls the fund total level.

September 30, 2018. The 5. The Council approved one budget amendment for the year ended statements. amendment Is reflected In budget amounts disclosed in the financial

requiring disclosure. 6. There were no material violatlons of legal and contractual provisions

NOTE 9. RISK MANAGEMENT

risks of loss: theft of, damage to, The Council purchases insurance to limit the exposure of the following Commercial Insurance has also and destruction of assets; natural disasters and injuries to employees. errors or omissions and health been purchased by the Council to cover the risks of loss due to employee coverage in any of the Insurance. Settled claims resulting from the risks have not exceeded insurance past three years.

(the Trust). The Trust Is a self­ The Council is also a member of the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust and property coverage to Insurance program established to provide certain liability, casualty of Florida Statutes. The participating units of local governments in Florida, pursuant to various provisions with an independent Trust's underwriting and rate setting policies were established after consulting coverage. The Trust is non­ actuary. The Council pays an annual premium to the Trust for Its insurance of the Trust, If any. assessable and, therefore, the Council has no liability for future deficits

NOTE 10. CONCENTRATIONS OF CREDIT RISK

by the Council are as follows: Significant concentrations of credit risk for financial Instruments owned

are for amounts due from Accounts and grants receivable- Substantially all of the Council's receivables and performance contracts. federal, state and local governmental agencies under cost reimbursement its receivables. Based upon The Council has no policy requiring collateral or other security to support has established no reserve for past history, the Council anticipates no loss on these receivables and possible losses.

33 -91- NOTE :1.1. INVENTORIES

It has consistently been the policy of the Council to record the acquisition of goods and supplies as expenditures at the time of purchase. The amount of such Inventory on hand at any one time would be a nominal amount and considered to be immaterial.

NOTE 12. CONTINGENCIES

There is a contingent llabillty due to the fact that all possible regulatory audits of the Council's operations have not been completed for the fiscal year ended September 30, 201.8. Any eventual expenditures determined to not be In compliance with grant regulations could be subject to repayment by the Council. The Council's management believes that all expenditures were significantly in compliance with appropriate grant regulations.

NOTE 13. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

In preparing these financial statements, the Council has evaluated events and transactions for potential recognition or disclosure through November 29, 201.8, the date the financial statements were available to be issued.

NOTE :1.4. OPERATING LEASES

The Council has an operating lease agreement for equipment with Pitney Bowes. The future minimum lease payments under this agreement at September 30, 2018 are as follows:

September 30, Minimum Lease Payment 2019 $ 3,280 $ 3,280

34

-92- COMPLIANCE SECTION

35 -93-

129 129

767 767

901 901 403 403

954 954

578 578

, 154 154

.

,

,

,

,

9,800 9,800

45 97

14 85,638 85,638

14,460 14,460

14,799 14,799

14,300 14,300

14,432 14,432

87 14,596 14,596

14,418 14,418

44,499 44,499

16

60,400 60,400

72 72

16,059 16,059 56,519 56,519

70000 70000

70000 70000

415~828 415~828

558406 558406

182

1

142,578 142,578

FY2018 FY2018

Expended Expended

s s

8 8

r r

2

767 767

129 129

460 460

403 403

800 800

578 578

578 578

~

.

,

,

,

,

9

97

85.638 85.638

14

14

14,432 14,432

14,418 14,418

14,799 14,799

14,300 14,300

14,596 14,596

44,499 44,499

16.954 16.954 87,154 87,154

60,400 60,400

72 72

56,519 56,519

16,059 16,059

70000 70000

70000 70000

558-406 558-406

182

415,8 145:9a

142

2.018 2.018

-

FY FY

Received Received

-

$ $

7 7

000 000

000 000

000 000

730 730

273 273

, 129 129

,

.

,

,

000 000

,

,

0

9Slf56 9Slf56

5

19

19,808 19,808

19,589 19,589

19,770 19,770

19,750 19,750

20

60,958 60,958 19,995 19,995

16.954 16.954

80,000 80,000

80,000 80,000

12,129 12,129 56,519 56,519

55,610 55,610

9

676,82

1 300

150

199,873 199,873

176,954 176,954

322

1

210

210.000 210.000

Award Award

Amount Amount

S S

ASSISTANCE ASSISTANCE

FINANCIAL FINANCIAL

Number Number

COUNCIL COUNCIL

2018 2018

00117 00117

00104 00104

GOOOO GOOOO

GON64 GON64

GON58 GON58

GON32 GON32

GON62 GON62

GON26 GON26

GON16 GON16

GON24 GON24

30, 30,

STATE STATE

Contract Contract

ED17ATL3020016 ED17ATL3020016

AND AND

PLANNING PLANNING

18-DT-W3-13-00-21-346 18-DT-W3-13-00-21-346

17-DT-W3-13-00-21-271 17-DT-W3-13-00-21-271

18-CP-11-13-00-21-176 18-CP-11-13-00-21-176

19-CP-11-13-00-21-131 19-CP-11-13-00-21-131

18-CP-11-13-00-21-036 18-CP-11-13-00-21-036

. .

September September

36 36

AWARDS AWARDS

002 002

002 002

002 002

067 067

.

703 703

.

.

.

.

REGIONAL REGIONAL

Ended Ended

40.007 40.007

40.007 40.007

55

55.002 55.002

55

55.002 55.002 55.002 55.002

55,002 55,002

55

55.002 55.002

31

31.067 31.067

31.067 31.067

20.703 20.703

20

11.302 11.302

Number Number

CFDA/CSFA CFDA/CSFA

Assistance

Year Year

FEDERAL FEDERAL

FLORIDA FLORIDA

OF OF

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Fiscal Fiscal

17 17

Flnanclal Flnanclal

the the

CENTRAL CENTRAL

For For

State State

Suwannee Suwannee

Planning Planning

Analysis Analysis

19 19

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and and

and and

NORTH NORTH

EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES

18

17 17

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OF OF

Hamilton, Hamilton,

16/17 16/17

17/18 17/18

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Prevention Prevention

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of of

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18 18

Preparedness Preparedness

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U FEDERAL FEDERAL -94- NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

Notes to Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and State Financial Assistance

For the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2018

NOTE 1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The accounting policies and presentation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and State Financial Assistance of North Central Florida Regional Plannlng Council (Council) have been designed to conform to generally accepted accounting principles as applicable to governmental units, including the reporting and compliance requirements of the Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations and Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance. c. Reporting Entity

The reporting entity consists of North Central Florida Regional Planning Council, the primary government and its blended component unit, The Original Florida Tourism Task Force. The Council Includes a Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and State Financial Assistance in the Compliance Section for the purpose of additional analysis.

D. Basis of Accounting

Basis of accounting refers to when revenues and expenditures or expenses are recognized In the accounts and reported in the financfal statements. Basis of accounting relates to the timing of the measurements made, regardless of the measurement focus.

The modified accrual basis of accounting is followed In the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards and State Financial Assistance. Under the modified accrual basis, revenues are recognized when they become measurable and available. Revenues are considered to be available when they are collectible within the current period or soon enough thereafter to pay liabilities of the current period. For this purpose, the Council generally considers revenues to be available if they are collected within 120 days after the end of the current fiscal period. Expenditures generally are recorded when a liability ls incurred, as under accrual accounting.

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-95- FINANCIAL REPORTING AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ON COMPLIANCE AND OTHER MATTERS BASED ON AN AUDIT OF PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT AUDITING STANDARDS

To North Central Florida Reglonal Planning Council Gainesville, Florida

accepted in the United States of We have audited, in accordance with the auditing standards generally In Government Audltfng Standards America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained statements of the governmental issued by the Comptroller General of the United States, the financial Information of the North Central Florida activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund 30, 2018, and the related notes to Regional Planning Council, as of and for the year ended September Florida Regional Planning Council's the financial statements, which collectively comprise North Central dated November 29, 2018. basic financial statements, and have Issued our report thereon

Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

we considered the North Central In planning and performing our audit of the financial statements, flnanclal reporting {internal control) to Florida Regional Planning Council's internal control over for the purpose of expressing determlne the audit procedures that are appropriate In the circumstances of expressing an opinion on the our opinions on the financial statements, but not for the purpose internal control. Accordingly, we effectiveness of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council's Florida Regional Planning Council's do not express an opinion on the effectiveness of the North Central internal control.

operation of a control does not allow A deficiency In Internal control exists when the design or their assigned functions, to prevent, or management or employees, In the normal course of performing weakness Is a deficiency, or a detect and correct, misstatements on a timely basis. A material there is a reasonable possibility that a combination of deficiencies, in internal control, such that not be prevented, or detected and material misstatement of the entity's financial statements will or a combination of deficiencies, in corrected on a timely basis. A significant deficiency is a deficiency, important enough to merit attention by Internal control that Is less severe than a material weakness, yet those charged with governance.

described In the first paragraph of this Our consideration of internal control was for the limited purpose Internal control that might be material section and was not designed to Identify all deficiencies in during our audit we did not identify any weaknesses or, significant deficiencies. Given these llmltatlons, weaknesses. However, material deficiencies In Internal control that we consider to be material weaknesses may exist that have not been Identified.

Compllance and Other Matters

North Central Florida Regional Planning As part of obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the we performed tests of its Council's financial statements are free from material misstatement, contracts, and grant agreements, compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations, effect on the determination of financial noncompliance with which could have a direct and material

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-96- with those provisions was not an statement amounts. However, providing an opinion on compliance an opinion. The results of our tests objective of our audit, and accordlngly, we do not express such are required to be reported under disclosed no Instances of noncompliance or other matters that Government Auditing Standards.

Purpose of this Report

our testing of Internal control and The purpose of this report Is solely to describe the scope of an opinion on the effectiveness of the compliance and the results of that testing, and not to provide integral part of an audit performed In entity's Internal control or on compliance. This report Is an the entity's Internal control and accordance with Government Auditing Standards In considering any other purpose. compliance. Accordingly, this communication Is not suitable for

POWELL & JONES Certified Public Accountants November 29, 2018

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-97- MANAGEMENT LETTER REQUIRED BY CHAPTER 1.0.550, RULES OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL

To North Central Florida Regional Plannlng Councll Gainesville, Florida

We have audited the basic ffnanclaf statements of the North Central Aorlda Regional Planning Council (the Council) as of and for the year ended September 30, 2018, and have issued our report thereon dated November 29, 2018.

We have Issued our Report on Internal Control Over Ananclal Reporting and on Compliance and Other Matters Based on an Audit of Financial Statements Performed in Accordance with Government Auditing Standards dated November 29, 2018. Disclosures in that report should be considered in conjunction with this management letter.

We conducted our audit In accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, and Government Auditing Standards Issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Additionally, our audit was conducted In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 10.550, Rules of the Auditor General, which govern the conduct of local governmental entity audits perfonned in the State of Florida and require that the following be addressed In this letter: ·

PRIOR YEAR ANDINGS

There were no reportable findings in the prior year.

CURRENT YEAR FINDINGS

There are no reportable findings in the current year.

FINANCIAL COMPLIANCE MATIERS

Annual Local Government Financial Report-The Financial Report filed with the Department of Financial Services pursuant to Section 218.32(1)(a), Florida Statutes, is In agreement with the accompanying financial statements of the Council, for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2018.

Financlal Emergency Status - We determined that the Council had not met any of the conditions described in Section 218.503(1), Florida Statutes, that might result in a financial emergency.

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-98- General, Sections Financial Condition Assessment Procedures - As required by the Rules of the Auditor to the Council's 10.554(7){c) and 10.556(7), we applied financial condition assessment procedures condition, and flnanclal statements. It is management's responsibility to monitor the entity's financial management and the our financial condition assessment was based in part on representations made by review of financial Information they provided.

We noted no deteriorating financial conditions as defined by Rule 10.554(2)(f).

the Rules of the Our audit did not disclose any further items that would be required to be reported under Auditor General, Chapter 10.550.

CONCLUSION

We appreciate the We very much enjoyed the challenge and experiences with our audit of the Council. high quality of the helpful assistance of the Council staff in completing our audit and also the generally Council's financial records and internal controls.

POWELL & JONES Certified Public Accountants November 29, 2018

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-99- INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT'S REPORT

To North Central Florida Regional Planning Council Gainesville, Florida

We have examined North Central Florida Regional Planning Council's (the Council's) compliance with Section 218.415, Florida Statutes, regarding the Investment of public funds during the year ended September 30, 2018. Management Is responsible for the Council's compliance with those requirements. Our responsibility Is to express an opinion on the Council's compliance based on our examination.

Our examination was conducted In accordance with attestation standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and, accordingly, Included examining, on a test basis, evidence about the Council's compliance with those requirements and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our examination provides a reasonable basis for our opinion. Our examination does not provide a legal determination on the Council's compliance with specified requirements.

In our opinion, the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council complied, in all material respects, with the aforementioned requirements for the year ended September 30, 2018.

This report Is intended solely for the information and use of the Council and the Auditor General, State of Florida, and is not Intended to be and should not be used by anyone other than these specified parties.

POWELL & JONES Certified Public Accountants November 29, 2018

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-100- COMMUNICATION WITH THOSE CHARGED WITH GOVERNANCE

To North Central Florida Regional Planning Council Gainesville, Florida

We have audited the financial statements of North Central Florida Regional Planning Council for the year ended September 30, 2018. Professional standards require that we provide you with information about our responsibilities under generally accepted auditing standards and Government Auditing Standards, as well as certain Information related to the planned scope and timing of our audit. Professional standards also require that we communicate to you the following information related to our audit.

Significant Audit Findings

Qualitative Aspects of Accounting Practices

Management is responsible for the selection and use of appropriate accounting policies. The significant accounting policies used by North Central Florida Regional Planning Council are described Note 1 to the financial statements. No new accounting policies were adopted and the application of existing policies was not changed during 2018. We noted no transactions entered Into by the governmental unit during the year for which there is a lack of authoritative guidance or consensus. All significant transactions have been recognized in the financial statements in the proper period.

Accounting estimates are an Integral part of the financial statements prepared by management and are based on management's knowledge and experience about past and current events and assumptions about future events. Certain accounting estimates are particularly sensitive because of their significance to the financial statements and because of the possibility that future events affecting them may differ significantly from those expected. There are no sensitive estimates affecting North Central Florida Regional Planning Council's financial statements.

Certain financial statement disclosures are particularly sensitive because of their significance to financial statement users. There are no sensitive disclosures affecting the financial statements.

Difficult/es Encountered In Performing the Audit

We encountered no significant difficulties in dealing with management in performing and completing our audit.

Corrected and Uncorrected Misstatements

Professional standards require us to accumulate all known and likely misstatements Identified during the audit, other than those that are trivial, and communicate them to the appropriate level of management. There were no such misstatements Identified during our audit.

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-101- Disagreements with Management

For purposes of this letter, professional standards define a disagreement with management as a financial accounting, reporting, or auditing matter, whether or not resolved to our satisfaction, that could be significant to the financial statements or the auditor's report. We are pleased to report that no such disagreements arose during the course of our audit.

Management Representations

We have requested certain representations from management that are included in the management representation letter dated November 29, 20:18.

Management Consultations with Other Independent Accountants

In some cases, management may decide to consult with other accountants about auditing and accounting matters, similar to obtaining a "second opinion" on certain situations. If a consultation Involves application of an accounting principle to the governmental unit's financial statements or a determination of the type of auditor's opinion that may be expressed on those statements, our professional standards require the consulting accountant to check with us to determine that the consultant has all the relevant facts. To our knowledge, there were no such consultations with other accountants.

Other Audit Findings or Issues

We generally discuss a variety of matters, including the application of accounting principles and auditing standards, with management each year prior to retention as the governmental unit's auditors. However, these discussions occurred in the normal course of our professional relationship and our responses were not a condition to our retention.

Other Information In Documents Containing Audited Financial Statements

With respect to the supplementary information accompanying the financial statements, we made certain inquiries of management and evaluated the form, content, and methods of preparing the information to determine that the infonnatlon complies with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the method of preparing it has not changed from the prior period, and the information is appropriate and complete in relation to our audit of the financial statements. We compared and reconciled the supplementary information to the underlying accounting records used to prepare the financial statements or to the financial statements themselves.

This information is intended solely for the use of the Governing Board and management of North Central Florida Regional Planning Council, and is not intended to be and should not be used by anyone other than these specified parties.

Very truly yours,

POWELL & JONES Certified Public Accountants November 29, 201.8

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-102- VIII.D.

Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Regional Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Planning Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainaavilla, FL 32653-1 603 • 352. 955. 2200

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director c;;,72 / ~

SUBJECT: Middle and Lower Suwannee River and Withlacoochee River

On September 19, 2018, Council staff convened and facilitated a meeting of county commissioners, and county administrators, coordinators and managers at the Madison County Agricultural Extension office in Madison. Representatives from Columbia, Dixie, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy and Madison Counties were in attendance at the meeting.

By consensus, the county commissioners present requested the Council to establish a task force comprised of a county commissioner from each of the following counties, Alachua, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Madison, Suwannee and Union Counties, in the Suwannee River Basin, including the Santa Fe River Basin, to address the issues of raw sewage spills by the City of Valdosta, Georgia. The county commissioners present also requested that the Council authorize its Executive Director to provide administrative support to the Task Force and to develop, in conjunction with county administrators, coordinators and managers, a strategic action plan to address the issue of raw sewage spills by the City of Valdosta, Georgia.

On October 25, 2018 the Chair appointed the following county commissioners to the newly formed Middle and Lower Suwannee River and Withlacoochee River Task Force; Commissioner Ken CornelJ, Alachua County; Commissioner Daniel Riddick, Bradford County; Commissioner Ronald Williams, Columbia County; Commissioner Gene Higginbotham, Dixie County; Commissioner Kendrick Thomas, Gilchrist County; Commissioner Beth Burnam, Hamilton County; Commissioner Anthony Adams, Lafayette County; Commissioner John Meeks, Levy County; Commissioner Rick Davis, Madison County; Commissioner Don Hale, Suwannee County; Commissioner Thomas Demps, Taylor County; and Commissioner James Tallman, Union County; with Commissioner Rick Davis appointed Chair and Commissioner Beth Burnam appointed Vice-Chair.

On December 12, 2018, the Task Force held its first meeting to begin developing a strategic action plan to address the issue. The Task Force received a presentation from staff concerning the history of raw sewage spills by the City of Valdosta into the Withlacoochee River, the consent order between the City and the Georgia Environmental Protection Division and ongoing raw sewage spills. The next Task Force meeting is scheduled to be held on January 24, 2019 prior to the Council meeting in Lake City. The Task Force will provide a status report to the Council at its January 24, 2019 meeting.

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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Dedicated to improving the quality of life of the Region's citizens, by enhancing public safety, protecting regional resources, promoting economic development and providing technical services to local governments.-103- -104- XI .A. Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Suwannee Planning Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653 -1 603 • 352 . 955. 2200

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director 712} ~

SUBJECT: Florida Regional Councils Association Monthly Activity Report

The Florida Regional Councils Association is the statewide organization of the ten regional planning councils. The Association strengthens Florida's regional planning councils, partners with government and the business community to enhance regional economic prosperity and improves the consistency and quality of regional planning councils programs to ensure they add value to state, regional and local initiatives.

The Association strives to accomplish these goals by carrying-out the following objectives.

• Ensure regional planning councils are effective service organizations to the State of Florida, its local governments, and the citizens they serve;

• Ensure regional planning councils are consensus builders and problem solvers, and serve as conveners of the region by helping to articulate those multijurisdictional issues that need resolution;

• Encourage and promote opportunities for regional planning councils to become partners in state programs and initiatives, while promoting the unique themes of each region within the state and legislative environments;

• Monitor substantive state and federal legislative issues for the benefit of its members, and promote mutually supportive policy positions among the regional planning councils;

• Represent regional planning councils in national organizations, such as the National Association of Regional Councils, National Association of Development Organizations, and SouthEast Regional Directors Institute; and

• Foster relationships and partnerships and coordinate with state, regional, and national associations and organizations; non-profit entities; public-private partnerships; the Governor's Office; state agencies; and others, on issues of mutual interest and concern, and with whom the Association shares mutual goals and programs.

Please find attached the December 2018 Monthly Activity Report highlighting the activities of the Association.

If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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Dedicated to improving the quality of life of the Region's citizens, by enhancing public safety, protecting regional resources, promoting economic development and providing technical services to local governments. -105- -106- Apalachee • Central Florida East Central Florida • North Central Florida Northeast Florida • South Florida • Southwest Florida Tampa Bay• Treasure Coast• West Florida

MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT: December 2018

RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT/CAPACITY BUILDING and OUTREACH • Organized and distributed the November 2018 Florida Regional Councils Association (FRCA) Newsletter, FRCA Forward. Began collecting articles and formatting the December 2018 Newsletter. Continued to update the FRCA Facebook page. • Worked with the Florida Association of Counties to update the email lists for newly elected local officials and maintain the email listserv for approximately 2,500 individuals who receive FRCA Forward. • Continued to work with the Florida Association of Counties to maintain and enhance the FRCA website: www.flregionalcouncils.org. • Hosted and participated with two conference calls regarding potential statewide projects for 2019. • To enhance partnerships and strengthen the relationship between regional planning councils and their state and federal partners, participated in or attended the following meetings and shared information: o Health Equity Economic Stability Workgroup, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity o Florida 2030 Regional Roll Out, Florida Chamber Foundation o Resiliency Florida Board Meeting

ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT • Participated with the December FRCA Executive Directors Advisory Committee and Partners meetings held in Tallahassee. • Continued preparations for the January 2019 Policy Board meetings. • Assisted with the completion of the 2017-18 FRCA Annual Report • Continued to coordinate logistics for the 2019 meeting and conference schedule. • Distributed grant opportunities and information of interest from local, state and national organizations.

2507 Callaway Road, Suite 200 •Tallahassee, FL 32303 • 850.487.1426 -107- -108- XI.B.

Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning -1 603 • 352. 955. 2200 Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Directo~ J~ Board Meeting Report SUBJECT: Florida Regional Councils Association Policy Loren . homas, Vice-Chair Robert Secretary/Treasurer Charles Chestnut IV, Immediate Past Chair Regional Councils Association Policy Wilford and I attended the semi-annual meeting of the Florida Board held in Tallahassee on January 11, 2019. Vice-President Florida Chamber The Policy Board heard pre entations from Tony Carvajal, Executive of Florida, Institute of Food and Foundation· Dr. Nick Place, Dean Extension Services, University Florida Association of Counties; and Agricultural Sciences· Davin Sugg , Director of Public Policy David Cruz, Legislative Advocate Florida League of Cities. planning councils throughout the state The Policy Board also heard reports on various projects ofregional Annual Repo1t. The Policy Board also and received the 201 7- 18 Florida Regional Councils Association a 2019 Legislative Agenda. In heard a legislative report from its legislative advocate and adopted a Nominating Committee for addition, the Policy Board reviewed a financial report and appointed 2019-20.

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life of the Region's citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality of public safety, protecting regional resources, by enhancing . providing technical services to local governments promoting economic development and -109- -110- IX.C.

Serving Alachua Bradford • Columbia Dixie • Gilchrist • Hamilton Central Lafayette • Levy • Madison Florida Suwannee • Taylor • Union Counties Regional Planning 955. 2200 Council 2009 NW 67th Place, Gainesville, FL 32653-1603 • 352.

January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director 92- /L----

SUBJECT: 2017-18 Florida Regional Councils Association Annual Report

your The 2017-18 Annual Report for the Florida Regional Councils Association is attached for ten regional information. The Florida Regional Councils Association is the statewide association of all municipal, councils in Florida. It is governed by a Policy Board made up of three representatives (county, gubernatorial) from each Council who are in turn advised by the Executive Directors Advisory Committee comprised of all ten executive dire tors. Association The following members of the Council currently serve on the Florida Regional Councils Policy Board.

Charles Chestnut IV, Secretary-Treasurer Lorene Thomas, Immediate Past Chair Robert Wilford, Vice-Chair to review the Activities of the Council are featured on pages 4, 10 and 12. However, you are encouraged statewide basis. document in its entirety to gain an understanding of the activities that are occurring on a

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality of life of the Region's resources, by coordinating growth management, protecting regional services to local governments. promoting economic development and providing technical -111- -112- FLORIDA REGIONAL COUNCILS ASSOCIATION

LOCAL REGIONAL I KNOWLEDGE I SOLUTIONS I tMP'Ac'r

2017 - 2018 ANNU1 AL REPORT -113- EXECUTIVE COMMITIEE

PRESIDENT Councilwoman Roxanne Horvath Northeast Florida RC

Table of Contents: 1st VICE-PRESIDENT l Ms. Sandra Walters About FRCA South Florida RPC Policy Board & Staff 3 Council Information 4 Disaster Recovery 5 Regional Conveners 7 Transportation 8 Quality of Life g Emergency Preparedness 10

Economic Development 11 2nd VICE-PRESIDENT Statewide Partners 11 Commissioner Peter O'Bryan Treasure Coast RPC RPC Awards 12

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Ms. Barbara Sheen Todd Tampa Bay RPC

-114- PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

In a yea r of storms, environmental concerns, and politics, the ten regional pla nning councils. connected by the Fl orida Regional Councils Association, are shining examples of how to work together for the betterment of the citizens of Florida. Serving alt 67 counties, the RPCs build consensus and work together to forge plans that take on t he rapidly cha nging needs of our communities.

There has been a great deal of success in working on statewide and multi­ regional projects in the past year. Our association includes a broad range of expertise, and together the RPCs take on important problems, from finding effective treatments t o reduce the blue- green algae blooms to planning for the complex transportation needs of people and goods.

Emergency Operations and Evacuations Preparedness has always been a part of the mission of RPCs in Florida, and in this year of impacts from Hurricanes Irma, Maria, and Michael our regions have launched ongoing Post Disaster Recovery programs in cooperation with federal, state, and local governments and supported business recovery.

With more than l ,000 people moving to Florida each day, and the loss of housing after storms, we have a critical need for affordable housing, both workforce and low- income, in every region of the state. Our hope is to share best practices and innovative solutions through our continued work together.

Using local knowledge to develop regional solutions makes our communities more safe, vibrant, and healthy places to live and raise our families. We look forward to continuing to have a statewide impact as our leadership in these efforts strives to improve the lives of all Floridians.

Roxanne Horvath, President Florida Regional Councils Association

Leveraging partnerships to build a strong economy and improve the lives all of Floridians ... THAT is the mission of FRCA.

-115- The Florido Reg lo no! Councils Associot ion (F J:;:CA) is on o//ionce of Florido 's ten !:;iegionoi Plonning Councils (RPCs) and serves to enhonce regional collabomtion throughout the state. Planning Councils ore multi-purpose entities comprised of loco/ go11ern1nents that solve problems at the regional level and help communities g1ow.

Through its RPCs, FRCA creates partnerships statewide to support economic growth, improve infrastructure, and enhance the quality of life for all Floridians.

PAGE 1 I 2017-2017 FRCA Al\JNUAL REPORT -116- ~ ~~ l~j ~!!~~ty~ d~~o~~ i~! ~~ts, '"9'9' tho P"bllo io • """' ~ of plans and programs, and maintain Strategic Regional Policy Plans.

Many RPCs serve as the Designated Official Planning Agency for the Transportation Disadvantaged Program. Several RPCs serve as staff to their local Metropolitan or Transportation Planning Organizations, known as MPOs or TPOs. Planning services of the RPCs also include Compete Streets, Safe Routes to Schools, and Greenways and Trails planning.

Quality of Life Through visioning and community planning efforts, the RPCs assist local communities as they set goals to implement a vision and strategy FRCA for their communities and regions. FLORIDA REGIONAL COUNCILS ASSOCIATION Emergency Preparedness As partners and staff to Local Emergency Planning Committees (LE PCs) they support first responders. Identifying hazardous materials and security threats, the RPCs organize, plan, conduct exercises, and then prepare post exercise reports.

Economic Development RPCs complete regional economic Impact analyses using the nationally recognized REMI software, facilitate post disaster, redevelopment planning, and administer revolving loan funds for small business loans and brownfields redevelopment.

Metropolitan/ Transportation Planning Organizations Staffed

Transportation Disadvantaged Trips Planned through RPCs

2017-2018 FRCA ANNUAL REPORT I PAGE 2 -117- 2017-2018 Policy Board

APALACHEE SOUTH FLORIDA PLANNING COUNCIL REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL REGIONAL Appointee Honorable Kristin Dozier, Leon County Mr. Mario Balley. Gubernatorial . Village of Key Biscayne Ms. Lisa Miller, Gubernatorial Appointee Honorable Frankl in Caplan Ms. Sandra Wa ilers. Gubernatorial Appointee Honorable Gene Wright. Town of Malone FLORIDA CENTRAL FLORIDA SOUTHWEST PLANNING COUNCIL REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL REGIONAL Mr. Tommy Perry, Gubernatorial Appointee Honorable Nathaniel Birdsong of City of Winter Haven Mr. Robert Mulhere, Gubernatorial Appointee Honorable Juril "Buddy" Mansfield DeSoto County Ms. Jacqueline Tucker, Gubernatorial Appointee TAMPA BAY EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL City of Dade City REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Honorable Scott Black, Honorable Ronald Kitchen, Citrus County • Honorable Lee Constantine, Seminole County Ms. Barbara Sheen Todd, Gubernatorial Appointee Mr. John Lesman, Gubernatorial Appointee Honorable Leigh Matusick, City of Deland TREASURE COAST FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL . Indian River County COUNCIL Honorable Peter O'Bryan REGIONAL PLANNING Mr. Reece Parrish. Gubernatorial Appointee Honorable Larry Sessions. Suwannee County Honorable Doug Smith, Martin County Ms. Lorene Thomas. Gubernatorial Appointee Honorable Robert Wilford, City of Alachua WEST FLORIDA COUNCIL NORTHEAST FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING City of Freeport REGIONAL COUNCIL Honorable Kasey Cuchens. Honorable Dick Rynearson. City of Fort Walton Beach Drew, Nassau County Honorable John Mr. J.D. Smith. Gubernatorial Appointee Honorable Roxanne Horvath, City of St. Augustine Mr. Darryl Register, Gubernatorial Appointee

Advisory Committee & Staff

2017-2018 EXECUTIVE STAFF DIRECTORS ADVISORY COMMITTEE Ronald L. Book Executive Director 850.224.3427 / 305.510.2000 Patricia Steed. Chair [email protected] Central Florida RPC Rana Brown Chris Rietow, Vice-Chair Governmental Affairs Consultant Apalachee RPC 850.224.3427 I 305.510.2000 [email protected] Brian Teeple. Treasurer RC Northeast Florida Denise Imbler Statewide Coordinator Past Chair Michael Busha. Immediate 850.487.1426 Treasure Coast RPC [email protected]

PAGE 312017-2018 FRCA ANNUAL REPORT -118- 2017 Governing Staff Date Square Budget Regional Planning Regional Board Size 3 (In mllllons) Established 2 Miles Councils Population 1 Size (FTE) /\pr:Jlachee Calhoun. Franklin. Gadsden . Aug. 23, 1977 485,278 27 8 6,757 $0.9 Gulf Ja ckson, Jefferson , Leon , Liberty Wokuilo

Ce ntral f: lo rida 5,287 $3.5 DeSoto, Hardee Highlands July 1, 1974 867,970 18 18 Okeech obee. Po lk

E a~,; t Central ! Hmida Feb. 22, 1962 4,006,558 35 12 9,244 $1.6 Brevard, Lake, lvlorion, Orange , ~ Osceola. Seminole, Sumte r. Volusia Nor th Ce ntral 1=1orida Alachua, Bradford. Columbia May 7, 1969 557,004 44 11 8,660 $2.l . Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy. lvlodiso n Suwannee, Taylor Union

Io r·ida I~ cwt hea~\'l: 1= 5,097 $2.4 Boker. Cloy, Duval, Flagler, April 14, 1977 1,661,055 35 12 Nassau. Putna m, St Johns

.ISFRPC South f lorida July l, 1974 4,693,954 19 17 7,492 $2.3 S::.:::~~ c °";~ Bro wa rd, Dode. Monroe

Southwest r-:lotida 7,278 $1.6 Charlotte, Collier, Glades. Nov. 8, 1973 1,688,062 36 4 Hendry, Lee, Sarasota

Tampa Bay 4,998 $2.3 Citrus. Hernando, Hillsborough, Feb. 16, 1962 3,541,479 44 8.5 Manatee, Posco, Pinellas

Tr ea sure Co ast 4,441 $2.4 Indian River, Mortin. Aug. 19, 1976 2,013,762 28 9 Palm Beach, St Lucie •~ ..... •44_,. '"- ·· ~ · ~' , , .

West Flor id a $3.5 . Oct. 1. 1964 969,020 33 35 6,509 ~ RiUiiiila1Planning Boy. Escambia. Holmes. Okaloosa Council Santo Roso, Walton , Washington , 2017. 1Source: Florida Estimates of Population, 2017. Table l, Bureau of Economic and Business Research, University of Florida 2 FTE means Full-Time Equivalent. 3Total land and water area. Source: Bureau of Economic and Business Research. University of Florida

2017- 2018 ;:: RCA A l \Jl\JU.~\ L REF)orrr i P '/,o.C?~ E' 4. -119- -120- View a list of resources for community recovery efforts at flregionalcouncils.org

-121- ECFRPC1s Approach to Regional Resiliency

The East Central Florida RPC was awarded a grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to develop a Reg ional Resi liency Action Plan. Working with Brevard and Volusia Counties. a steering committee was formed comprised of federal. state, reg ional and loca l agencies and communities. This committee began meeting regu larly in October 2017 to develop goals South Florida and Treasure Coast and a direction for the plan and process. The process Regional Planning Councils was guided by two subcommittees: Sea Level Rise and Stakeholder Engagement. The steering committee, Partn r to Protect the Reef along with each subcommittees. helped to define Coast RPCs were language, assess a regional approach to sea level rise The South Florida and Treasure the study and plann ing and advance an action plan. actively involved in activit ies to further protection of the Florida Reef Tract. Over the last ling to diagnose As the Regional Resiliency Action Plan progressed, four years. Florida has been strugg coral reef disease a "Plan and Policy Resiliency Integration" survey and treat a cataclysm ic nearshore Reef Tract between was developed. Survey results identified gaps, needs outbreak affecting the Florida pread ing rapidly and and actionable items aimed at supporting resilient Martin and Monroe Count ies. It is s in the nearshore and sustainable coastal communities in the region . unfortunately, in April 2018. was found Additional activities included research on determining reefs in the lower Florida Keys. implementation activities for loca l jurisdictions, regiona l that in January and state agencies, as well as private and federal This issue is of such great importance a shared staff working partners such as Canaveral Port Authority, Kennedy 2018, the Councils convened steps to raise Space Center and Patrick Air Force Base. Applicable group to identify and implement action to protect and save grants available to local agencies and jurisdictions for awareness and find resources . This initial implementation activities were res-earched and included this important state and national treasure and staff from in the Action Plan. working group included Council members both reg ional planning councils. the region 's counties . the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and The Nature Conservancy. Notable successes have included passage by State Senator Lauren Book and east cenfraf fforicfa State Representative Kristin Jacobs of Senate Bill 232 and House Bi ll 53 establishing the Southeast Florida Coral Reef Ecosystem Conservation Area as well as REGIONAL continued funding by Congress of the South Florida RESILIENGY Geographic Initiative. Council members Mayor Beam Furr (Broward County) \l and County Commissioner Doug Sm ith (Martin County) updated the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Fort The East Central Florida RPC held Regiona l Resiliency Commission (FWC) at their April 2018 meeting in Action Plan Listening Session Workshops in May Lauderdale. The FWC worked with staff to provide a 2018 in Brevard and Volusia Counties. including two more extensive update at their June 2018 meeting in workshop sessions. "Collaborating for Resilience" and Sarasota. In addition. staff worked to organize a special "Building Economic and Social Resi lience". In August briefing for the region's Chambers of Commerce leaders and the 2018, additional meetings for elected officials and Tourist Development Councils. public were held to gain more input for the Plan. PAGE 71 2017-2018 FRCA ANNUAL REPORT -122- Safe Street The Tampa Bay RPC was a premier sponsor at the first ever Gulf Coast Coast Safe Summit located at the Glazer Children's Museum in Tampa. The Gulf Hillsborough, Streets Summit was a collaborative effort of the Hernando/Citrus, izations, Pasco, Pinellas, and Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organ of the Polk County Transpo·rtation Planning Organization, the Florida Department Transportation, the University of South Florida Center for Urban Transportation Research, and Walk Bike Tampa. encouraging This was West Central Florida's preeminent educational event aimed at ible for all. the implementation of Complete Streets that are safe and access counties partmm;;h1p providnd Working to elevate individual efforts, cohesive linkages across to sister nus for all ,, tt!ij•on11l 11p~ro~ch to lead to regionally significant transportation facilities and safety programs healthier and prioritize the Complute modes of transportation and for all ages and abilit ies. Supporters of speakers, Stret!t!'i Initiative safer communities had the opportunity to hear energizing and informed te speakers throughout tho local engage with public officials, and mingle with community partners. Keyno , along with 1unsdictlon:J along the Included Mayor Rick Krlseman of St. Petersburg, Ryan Gravel of Sixpitch The Tampa Gulf Coast of Florida Florida Department of Transportation Secretaries of District 1 and 7. streets and Bay RPC remains devoted to staying on the cutting edge of complete transportation planning. Heartland Regional Transportation Dlsadvanta ed Summit Transportation is an integral On November 15, 2017, the Heartland part of the of work of the Regional Transportation Planning hosted the RPCs. Many RPCs serve as the Organization (HRTPO) Heartland Reg iona l Transportation Designated Official Planning Disadvantaged Summit. along wit h the Central Florida RPC and the Agency for the Transportation Southwest Florida RPC. Program. Disadvantaged The event brought together providers Several RPCs serve as staff of services, elected officials, staff, volunteers, users of the system, to their local Metropolitan community partners, and interested citizens. or Transportation Planning known as Executive Director of the Florida Commission for the Transportation Organizations, on the Disadvantaged, Steven Holmes, began the Summit with a discussion , emerging MPOs or TPOs. Planning future of the coordinated system, changing customer expectations to manage a cost-efficient system. The Summit also of the RPCs also technologies, and ability services created a forum for attendees to learn about the services provide-d throughout by Florida include Compete Streets, the region and the Heartland Rural Mobility Plan that was updated Department of Transportation District 1 in 2018. Safe Routes to Schools, and and The Heartland Counties of DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, . regional Greenways and Trails planning Okeechobee are brought together as members of the HRTPO to provide to the transportation planning. The Central Florida RPC provides staff services HRTPO.

2017-2018 FRCA ANNUA L RE PORT I PAGE 8 -123- East Central Florida RPC Awarded Grant for Eco-Tourism

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity awarded a grant for The story maps and resource directory will the development of the St. Johns River to Sea Loop Trail Strategic Plan attract trail visitors to destinations along businesses as and Eco-Tourism Resources to the East Central Florida RPC. The project the trail and market private well as municipal and county resources. was a collaborative effort with the Northeast Florida RC and the St Johns River-to-Sea Loop Alliance. Additional collaborative partners included the a five counties and several cities along the Trail. To promote eco-tourism opportunities, partners along the Loop created and brand and marketing strategies and identified collaboration opportunities. Through the inclusion of opportunity maps along a resource directory, the Strategic Plan promotes economic development and identifies eco-tourism opportunities the River-to-Sea Loop. A Locally Resourceful Trail Oriented Development Case Study was produced.

A case study on the Agritourism Corridor through Flagler, Putnam, and St Johns Counties transfers lessons learned, knowledge and implementation strategies along the Trail, fueling other Trail oriented economic development opportunities. Stakeholder input was of utmost importance and three stakeholder meetings/webinars were held throughout the process.

Treasure Coast RPC Hosts The RPCs improve the quality Regional Biosolids Symposium of life in Florida through a variety of services provided As the population of Florida continues to grow, communities, local elected officials and wastewater treatment engineers struggle with how to more to local governments and effectivel y manage biosolids. One of the by- products of the wastewater programs operated through treatment process, biosollds are the sludge left behind after initial processing. In Florida, biosolids are further treated and either land-applied as a soil amendment state and federal grant . It is an important to improve agricultural productivity or disposed of in landfills funding. Through visioning source of water, energy, nitrogen and phosphorous; all potential resources that some suggest could be managed more efficiently. and community planning efforts, the RPCs assist To better understand the current methods and alternative practices available, over 170 people attended the Regional Biosolids Symposium hosted by the local communities as they Lagoon National Estuaries Program. Treasure Coast RPC and the Indian River an The Symposium was held at the Indian River State College Chastain Campus in set goals to implement Stuart on June 8, 2018. economic vision and strategy.

The event included presentations by wastewater utility representatives from Brownfields programs across Indian, Martin, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie Counties, the Florida Department the state work to provide of Environmental Protection, and subject matter experts and scientists from around the country. There are currently several alternative methods for the resources that clean up management of biosolids and attendees were given a look into the future abandoned or underused through presentations of several new concepts. commercial and industrial sites and elected officials, During the final roundtable panel of summit participants resulting in new economic public comment centered on how to prioritize the review of existing alternatives and what is requ ired to fund pilot projects that will eventually reduce negative development activities. Many waters. During the Symposium, the Florida nutrient impacts to surface RPCs also provide other Department of Environmental Protection announced that it is creating a statewide Biosolids Technica l Advisory Committee to evaluate current services to enhance the quality tial opportunities for enhancements to better management practices and poten mapping and protect Florida's water resources. In June 2018, FRCA established an initiative of life using GIS to have all ten RPCs support a statewide initiate to address this issue. affordable housing initiatives.

PAGE 91 2017-2018 FRCA ANNUAL REPORT -124- Apalachee RPC Partners on "Save Life!" orkshops

The Apalachee RPC partnered with t he North Florida Reg iona l Domestic Security Task Force and the Florida Department of Health to design and del iver six "Save Life! An Integrated Response to Active Shooter Incidents" workshops throughout the reg ion. The workshops provided local emergency response agencies with the Information and tools necessary to save lives during the init ial phases of response to an active shooter event. During the workshops, tourniquets were distributed to local law enforcement officers. This simple tool helps t o prepare t hem to save as many lives as possible when responding to these types of incidents.

West Florida Local Emergency lannlng Committee Activit es

The Escambia Count y Hazmat Team and Krat on Chemica l in Pensacola teamed up t o hold a joint- small scale exerc ise at the Kraton Chemical facility. The hazardous materials team members focused on responding to chemicals stored at the facility. The West Florida Local Emergency Plann ing Committee, staffed by the West Florida RPC, met in Bay County and reviewed the Training Subcommittee schedu le, upcoming classes, the success of the hybrid 160-Hour Technician Level Course and changes in reporting requirements for hazardous materials. Based on the success of the hybrid Technician Level Course, an addit iona l course for hazardous materials first responders was held in 2018.

North Central Florida RPC forms Regional Haz at eam

The North Central Florida RPC, in conjunction with the North Central Florida Local Emergency Planning Committee, initiated the formation of the North Central Florida Regiona l Hazardous Materials Response Team among counties and cit ies in the north central Florida reg ion . An interlocal agreement among the member local governments provides the governance structure for the Team . Today, the Team is the focal point for hazardous materials emergency response for the region.

In 2017- 18, the Council continued to provide staff support to the Team. With the assistance of Council, the Team has been awarded over $1.000,000 in competit ive grants. The Team recogn izes that hazardous materials preparedness planning and emergency response is primarily a regional activity.

2017-2018 FRCA ANNUAL REPORT I PAGE 10

-125- SWFRPC Receives Brownfields Coalition Assessment Grant

The Southwest Florida RPC was awarded a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Brownfields Coalition Assess ment Grant for $600,0 00 (50% petroleum, 50% hazardous substances). The grant c overs the Sout hwest Florida Promise Zone area of Glades County, Hendry County, and the lmmokal ee community in Collier Cou nty and will fund an expa nded co mmunity driven inventory of brownfields sites as well as a Generic Qual ity Assurance Project Plan (QAPP), 40 ASTM- AAI compliant Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, 14 Phase II ESAs (with site­ specific QAPPs), and up to eight Remedial Action Plans. The primary focus of the brownfields assessment is to eliminate the threat of contamination and improve the quality of life in the low­ income, high unemployment communities of Glades and Hendry Counties and lmmokalee, while keeping environmental justice as a key focus.

Elevate Northeast Florida

The Northeast Florida Regional Council, JAXUSA. and CareerSource Northeast Florida formed a partnership to develop a new economic development strategy for elev Ate the region. With major funding from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, "Elevate Northeast Florida" kicked off in February 2018. Goals for Elevate Northeast northeast florida Florida include economic growth, talent development. brand recognition and global competitiveness.

Fl~RIDA ~ FLCJRIDA DE~ CHAMBER FAC couNil'Es FLORIDA DEPARTMEKT't' of Commerce AU Abou1 Florida ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FooTI American Planning Associa tion ~.s ... Florida Chapter

Through its RPCs, FRCA creates partnerships statewide to support economic growth, improve infrastructure and enhance the quality of life for all Floridians.

PAGE 11 I 2017-2018 FRCA ANNUAL REPORT -126- AWARDS Florida 2017 NADO Excellence in Transportation Award Apalachee RPC Strategic Planning for the Gulf to Gadsden Freight Logistics Zone West Florida RPC Interactive Project Priorities and Long-Range Transportation Plans

2018 FPZA Annual Awards Central Florida RPC/ Heartland Regional TPO Florida 2018 NADO Innovation Awards Highlands Transit Pion Central Florida RPC • Comprehensive Economic Development 2018 APA Florida Award of Merit Strategy Central Florida RPC and Treasure Coast RPC Central Florida RPC and Treasure Coast RPC South Florida A venue Project • South Florida Avenue Complete Street Chorrette and Master Plan 2018 APA Florida Chapter President's Central Florida RPC/ Heartland Regional TPO Lifetime Achievement Award • Highlands Transit Plan Michael Busha, Executive Director East Central Florida RPC Treasure Coast RPC • Minton Road Town Center Mobility Plan Orange County Food Production Strategic 2018 National Association of Regional • Pion Councils • West Lakes Health Impact Assessment Heartland TPO/Central Florida RPC North Central Florida RPC Highlands Transit Plan • North Central Florida Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team 2018 George I. Treyz Bronze Award for Tampa Bay RPC Excellence in Economic and Demographic Tampa Interstate Study Economic and Analysis • Fiscal Impact Analysis Tampa Bay RPC Hazardous Materials Training Program 2078 Tampa Interstate Urban Study: Urban Core Area • Economic and Fiscal Impact Analysis

2017-2018 FRCA ANNUA L REPORT I PAGE 12 -127- NORTHEAST FLORIDA REGIONAL COUNCIL Executive Director: Brian D. Teeple 100 Festival Park Avenue Jacksonville, FL 32202 904.279.0880 I nefrc.org 2507 Callaway Road, Suite 200 Tallahassee, FL 32303 SOUTH FLORIDA 850.487.1426 I flregionalcouncils.org REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Executive Director: Isabel Cosio Carballo 1 Oakwood Blvd, Suite 221 REGIONAL PLANNING Hollywood, FL 33020 3 J sfregionalcouncil.com COUNCILS: 954.924.365

APALACHEE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Executive Director: Chris N. Rietow Executive Director: Margaret A. Wuerstle 2507 Callaway Road, Suite 200 1400 Colonial Blvd., Suite 1. Tallahassee, FL 32303 Fort Myers, FL 33907 850.488.6211 I thearpc.com 239.938.1813 I swfrpc.org

CENTRAL FLORIDA TAMPA BAY REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Executive Director: Patricia M. Steed Executive Director: Sean T. Sullivan 555 East Church Street 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., Bartow, FL 33830 Suite 100, Pinellas Park, FL 33782 863.534.7130 I cfrpc.org 727.570.5151 I tbrpc.org

EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Executive Director: Hugh W. Harling, Jr. Executive Director: Michael J. Busha LYNX Building, 4th Floor, 421 Southwest Camden Avenue FL 32801 455 North Garland Ave., Orlando, Stuart, FL 34994 407.245.0300 I ecfrpc.org 772.221.4060 I tcrpc.org

NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA WEST FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Executive Director: Scott R. Koons Executive Director: Austin L. Mount 2009 Northwest 67th Place 4081 East Olive Rd., Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32653 Pensacola, FL 32514 352.955.2200 I ncfrpc.org 850.332.7976 I wfrpc.org

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January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director5JZ /<------­

SUBJECT: Florida Chamber Foundation Scorecard™

Florida corecaJdTM to provide Florida leaders the The Florida Chamber Foundation has developed the Chamber Foundation s objective to developing a metrics needed to secure Florida s future. The Florida to measuring our current status and progress 20-year, statewide strategic plan requires a commitment Plan. toward the stated goals of the ix Pillars 20-year Strategic Six Pillars. The Scorecard reports metrics for each of the following

• Talent and Supply Education; • Innovation and Economic Development; • Infrastructure and Growth Leadership; • Business Climate and Competitiveness; • Civic and Governance Systems; and • Quality of Life and Quality Places.

Please find attached the January 2019 Scorecard. do not hesitate to contact me. If you have questions concerning this matter, please

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of life of the R egion's citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality ing regional l"esources, enhancing public safety, protect by to local governments. and providing technical services promoting economic development -129- -130- Florida Scorecard https://thetloridascorecard.org/pillar&c=O&pillar=l

THE FL~RIDA SCORECARD METRICS TO HELP SECURE FLORIDA'S FUTURE State of Florida Metrics Talent Supply & Education

/j1'~ 3RD GRADE MATH 1i f SCORES

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111•• NATIONAL 8TH I f GRADE RANKINGS 34th Math (Improving) 25th Reading (Improving)

••• COLLEGE .,.. EDUCATIONAL ,,, AFFORDABILITY l f ATTAINMENT

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THE FL~RIDA SCORECARD METRICS TO HELP SECURE FLORIDA'S FUTURE State of Florida Metrics Innovation & Economic Development

IMPORTERS iiiil STATE OF iiiil IMPORTS& iiiil TOP 6 .. FLORIDA llil EXPORTS .. VISITORS $55.0 31.2% $111.7 Billion Exports Market Share (Improving) Billion Visitor Spending (Improving) 118.8 $75.4 $15.44 (Declining) Million Visitors Billion Imports Billion (Improving)

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liiiil INDUSTRY .. DIVERSIFICATION

liiiil EMPLOYMENT BY liiiil GDP PER CAPITA llim INCOME .. FOREIGN .. .. MIGRATION COMPANIES $46,539 $989K 348.8 Improving Per Hour Thousand (Improving)

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THE FL~RIDA SCORECARD METRICS TO HELP SECURE FLORIDA'S FUTURE State of Florida Metrics Infrastructure & Growth Leadership

/H\ STATE HOUSING , /N\ ENERGY PER /ft\ STARTS &SALES /ff\ CAPITA 8,413 Starts (Improving) 20,578 Sales (Declining)

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THE FL~RIDA SCORECARD METRICS TO HELP SECURE FLORIDA'S FUTURE State of Florida Metrics Business Climate & Competitiveness

H. FLORIDA 1 I I LEADING INDEX 71,700 Jobs

H.I CEO RANK H.I STATE LEGAL 1 I CLIMATE •• RANKING

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K.I OPEN JOBS K. STATE RANKING 1 I I FOR AUTOMOBILE •• INSURANCE 277,400 AFFORDABILITY (Increasing) #49 335,000 Unemployed Persons (Declining) K.I HOMEOWNERS' 1 I INSURANCE AFFORDABILITY

Homeowners' Insurance Affordability data is available at the county level.

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THE FL~RIDA SCORECARD METRICS TO HELP SECURE FLORIDA'S FUTURE State of Florida Metrics Civic & Governance Systems

I of2 -141-111412019, I :44 PM https://thefloridascorecard.org/pillar&c=O&pillar=5 Florida Scorecard

~ UNDERFUNDED J±1 STATE PENSION $1100.0 Million (Increasing)

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THE FL~RIDA SCORECARD METRICS TO HELP SECURE FLORIDA'S FUTURE State of Florida Metrics Quality of Life and Quality Places

..FREE & REDUCED ..PER CAPITA 'V' LUNCH 'V' INCOME 60.5% $46,SSS (Increasing) (Improving)

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H. FLORIDIANS ..ALICE 1 I I WITHOUT HEALTH °V' HOUSEHOLDS INSURANCE COVERAGE 2,676 Thousand (Increasing) 12.9% (Increasing)

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January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director

SUBJECT: Legislative Report

The 2019 regular Legislature session is scheduled to convene on March 5, 2019 and adjourn on May 3, 2019. The legislative interim Committee schedule is, as follows:

• Week of December 11, 2018 • Week ofJanuary 7, 2019 Week of January 22, 2019 • Week of February 4, 2019 • Week of February 11, 2019 • Week of February 19, 2019

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, Dedicated to improving the quality of life of the Region's citizens by enhancing public safety , protecting regional resources, to local governments. promoting economic development and providing technical services -145- -146- XI.F.

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January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members l/ ~

FROM: Scott Koons, AICP, Executive Director ~fZ ~

SUBJECT: Florida Job Growth Grant Fund is an economic development Pursuant to Section 288.101, Florida Statutes, the Florida Job Growth Fund 2010. In Fiscal Year program designed to build on Florida's success and economic prosperity since Fund will provide $85 million for public 2018~ 19 (July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019), the Florida Job Growth in Florida's diverse infrastructure and job training projects that support growth and employment industries. to support economic Public infrastructure projects can include transportation and utilities needed sustainable development. Workforce training projects will provide Floridians with transferable, workforce skills applicable to many employers. centers, Florida Project proposals can come from local governments community colleges, technical of Transportation. Depa1t111ent of Economic Opportunity En terprise Florida, fn c. and Florida Department will make project The Florida Department of Economic Opprntunity and Enterprise Florida Inc. on local and regional recommendations to the Governor who can approve projects for funding based needs.

Public Infrastructure Grant Eligibility or • Promote economic recovery in specific regions of the state, economic diversification economic enhancement in a targeted industry; busine s entity; and • Are not for the exclusive benefit of any single company, corporation or predominately benefits • Are for infrastructure that is owned by the public and is for public use or the public.

Workforce Training Grant Eligibility centers; • Support programs and associated equipment at state colleges and state technical to more than a • Provide participants with transferable and sustainable workforce skills applicable single employer; • Are offered to the public; centers; and • Are based on criteria established by the state colleges and state technical • Prohibit the exclusion of applicants who are unemployed or underemployed.

Region's citizens, Dedicated to improving the quality of life of the resources, by enhancing public safety, protecting regional technical services to local governments.-147- promoting economic development and providing Florida Job Growth Grant Fund January 17, 2019 Page 2

The Florida Job Growth Grant Fund was created by the Florida Legislature to provide communities with funding to improve their public infrastructure and enhance workforce training. This helps Florida communities attract businesses and create new skilled jobs for Florida families.

Since July 2018, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity has received more than 90 proposals requesting more than $531 million in funding.

On October 30, 2018, the Governor announced $28 million in awards for eight Florida Job Growth Fund projects across the state. The awards included the following project in the north central Florida region.

• Columbia County - $10,200,000 for the construction of a wastewater treatment plant which will serve the North Florida Mega Industrial Park, nearby correctional facilities, Florida Gateway Airport, Florida Gateway College and other areas east of Lake City.

On January 7, 2019, the Governor announced $18 million in awards for six Florida Job Growth Fund projects across the state. The awards included the following projects in the north central Florida region.

• Bradford County- $2,300,000 to build an access road through Keystone Heights Airport.

• Greenville - $1, 700,000 to convert a building into a manufacturing facility and to construct a publicly-owned building that would be leased as a grocery store.

The projects were selected from more than 100 proposals, seeking a combined $620 million in funding, submitted to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. Over the past two years, the Governor has used the fund for 56 projects across the state totaling $170 million.

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January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Directo ~ lL--­

SUBJECT: Economic Development District Grantee Performance Report for the Period January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018

As you know, the Council is a federally designated economic development district by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration. Each year, the Council reports on job creation/retention, private sector investment and public sector investment for projects funded by the U.S. Economic Development District or other sources that implement the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy adopted by the Council.

Please find attached the Grantee Performance Report for the period from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018. As indicated on the attached report, an estimated 631 jobs were either created or retained, an estimated $67,400,000 in private investment and an estimated $30,000 in public investment occurred on seven projects that implement the Strategy for the reporting period.

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Dedic ated to improv ing the qualit y of life of the Regio n's citizens, by enhancing public safety, prot ecting regional resources, t s . promoting economic development and prov iding technical services to local governmen -149- -150- Economic Development Administration GPRA Data Collection Form

Economic Development Districts and Indian Tribes PART I

Date Novrmber 30, 2018 Recipient Name North Central Florida Reqional Planninq Council Full Address 2009 NW 67th Place Gainesville FL 32653-1603 Authorized Contact Scott R. Koons ------Te Ie phone ---(352) 955-2200------Fax (352) 955-2209 ~-~------Em a iI (not optional) _k_o_o_n_s@~n_c_fr~p_c_.o_r~g ______EDA Investment Planning Partnership Investments Investment Number 04-88-06491 Award Period 01-Jan-2018 to 31-Dec-2018 Description oflnvestment: Economic Development District C8:J Indian Tribe D

PART II

Recipients Provide the Following Information

I.Economic Development Districts (EDD) only

a. Number of Sub-state Jurisdictions eligible to participate in the EDD 52

b. Number of Sub-state Jurisdictions actively participating by attending meetings 25 or financially contributing to the EDD.

2.Economic Development Districts and Indian Tribes 7 a. Number of economic development initiatives from the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) process implemented during the investment award period that led to private investment and jobs. Qty. Qty. b. Categorize type of project(s): Facility Construction I Rehab. 7 lnfrastrncture Technical Assistance Planning (total of these five must be equal to 2a) Other

c. How many (if any) of the above were: Technology~ Brownfields ~ (should be subset ofproj ects identified in 2b)

d. Number of Investments Funded by Any Source: (Total must equal 2a. If EDA-funded investment, include only those awarded by EDA, during this reporting p eriod and have an EDA investment number. Do not count this planning investment.)

EDA Funded (Qty) _O_ Funded by Other Source (Qty) _7 __

e. Attach a list of economic development initiatives reported in 2a. Identify the sources of funding for each initiative, specify EDA, state, local or other federal agency(s).

f. Estimated number of jobs created or retained as a result of projects in 2a _6_3_1_ ____

g. Estimated amount of private sector investment generated by projects in 2a $67,400,000

h. Estimated amount of public sector investment generated by projects in 2a $30,000

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January 17, 2019

TO: Council Members

FROM: Scott R. Koons, AICP, Executive Director "S!Z I~

SUBJECT: National Association of Development Organizations Aliceann Wohlbruck Innovation Award

D.C.-basecl association that The National Association of Development Organizations is a Washington , communities and economies through promotes progTams and policies that strengthen local governments The Association s Innovation regional cooperation program delivery and comprehensive strategies. partnering organization for Awards program recoguizes regional development organizations and communities throughout their region. improving the economic and community competitivenes of local Planning Council a 2018 The Association recently awarded the North Central Florida Regional was for the North Central Florida Innovation Award. (see attached Innovation Award). The award The 2018 slate of awardees Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team (see attached summary). includes 90 projects spanning 24 states. innovative approaches to Each year the A sociation recognizes member organizations that demonstrate Award. More than 1,700 Association regional economic and community development with an Innovation efforts in advancing economic member projects have been reoognLzed since 1986 for their creative ive and far reaching and illustrates development. The breadth and scope of the winning projects is impres , as well as on the national the important role the Association of member have across their regions landscape.

the important and wide-ranging work "The Aliceann Wohlbruck I1111ovation Awards program recognizes untry. These awards demonstrate the of regional development organizations in communities across the co role in promoting economic value of regional development organizations and highlight their critical said 2017-18 National development for the nation s rural and small metropolitan communities , executive director of the East Central Association of Development Organizations President Doug Elliott Iowa Council of Governments, located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

who passed away in March 2018. The award this year are presented in honor of Aliceann Wohlbruck, 24 years as a tireless champion for Wohlbruck was the As ociation s first executive director, serving regional approaches to economic development in rural communities.

is the primary hazardous materials The North Central Florida Local Emergency Planning Committee The Committee, with the emergency response pl anning agency in the north centrnl Florida region. ini tiated the formation of the North assistance of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council 2000. Today, the Team is the focal Central Florida RegionaJ Hazardous Materials Response Team in point for hazardous materials emergency response for the region.

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The Council provides staff support to the Team. With the assistance of Council, the Team has been awarded over $1,000,000 in competitive grants since 2001. The Team recognizes that hazardous materials preparedness planning and emergency response is primarily a regional activity in the predominately rural, 7,855 square mile region.

Member local governments of the Team include Alachua, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Lafayette, Suwannee and Union Counties as well as the following cities: Gainesville, Lake City, Madison and Starke. An interlocal agreement among the member local governments provides the governance structure for Team.

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The North Central Florida Local Emergency Planning Committee is the primary hazardous materials emergency response planning agency in the north central Florida region. The Committee, with the assistance of the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council, initiated the formation of the North Central Florida Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team in 2000. Today, the Team is the focal point for hazardous materials emergency response for the region. of Council, the Team has The Council provides staff support to the Team. With the assistance 2001. The Team recognizes that been awarded over $1,000,000 in competitive grants since response is primarily a regional hazardous materials preparedness planning and emergency activity in the predominately rural, 7,855 square mile region. Member local governments of the Team include Alachua, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Lafayette, Suwannee and Union Counties as well as the following cities: Gainesville, Lake City, Madison and Starke. An interlocal agreement among the member local governments provides the governance structure for Team.

Executive Director, North Central For additional information, contact: Scott R. Koons, AICP, [email protected], or visit Florida Regional Planning Council, 352.955.2200, ext. 101, http://ncfrpc.org or http://ncflepc.org.

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