NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold a public meeting on:

Thursday, November 5, 2026
 at 6:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The public is invited to attend. The meeting will include discussion of matters related to the organization and operation of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District.

Meeting Agenda

 

Call to Order – Torben Madson, Chair

Roll Call

Invocation

Pledge of Allegiance

Review/Approval of Minutes from last Board Meeting (29OCT26)

Topics:

                                                            Old Business

1. Update from Chairman Madson on his discussions with Florida State Representee Shoaf and Florida State Senator Simon.
2. Legal update from Mr. Weiss, Ausley McMullen:
   1. Interlocal agreement and
3. Insurance status update.
   1. Discussions on the two insurance candidates and vote at November 5, 2026 Board meeting on our either Acentria Insurance or Boyd Insurance as our insurer.
4. Update on Administrator job description and post advertisement for notification ASAP.
5. Update on temporary office discussion (address and mailing address). Address 161 Suite A Commerce Street, Apalachicola, Florida 32320
6. Progress towards December 1, 2026 requirements.
7. Draft/inputs for priority checklist of mandatory requirements before December 1, 2026 transition date.
8. Planning for signage and labeling on the acquired mobile vehicles and equipment with District name and logo.
9. Continue Coordination of:
   2026. Progress of vital information required from the City to continue the Boards movement towards standing up the Apalachicola Water & Sewer District by December 1, 2026.

New Business/Other Concerns

1. Discussion and inputs for Apalachicola Water & Sewer District Action Steps

                                                Public Comments

Meeting adjourns-Torben Madson, Chair

Next Meeting:  November 9, 2026, 6pm, Fort Coombs  Armory, Apalachicola

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold a public meeting on:

Monday, November 2, 2026
 at 6:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The public is invited to attend. The meeting will include discussion of matters related to the organization and operation of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District.

Meeting Agenda

Call to Order – Torben Madson, Chair

Roll Call

Invocation

Pledge of Allegiance

Review/Approval of Minutes from last Board Meeting (29OCT26)

Topics:

Old Business

1. Update from Chairman Madson on his discussions with Florida State Representee Shoaf and Florida State Senator Simon.
2. Legal update from Mr. Weiss, Ausley McMullen:
   1. Interlocal agreement and
   2. Florida retirement document and direction on signing document progress.
3. Insurance status update.
   1. Discussions on the two Insurance candidates and vote oat November 5, 2026 Board meeting selection (1. Brown and Brown 2.Boyd)
4. Discussion on rough draft of Administrator job description and post advertisement for notification ASAP.
5. Apalachicola Water and Sewer District logo discussion.
6. Temporary office discussion (address and mailing address).
7. Status of operating account and bridge loan.
8. Progress towards November 15, 2026 requirements.
9. Progress towards December 1, 2026 requirements.

• Planning for signage and labeling on the acquired mobile vehicles and equipment with District name and logo.
• Continue Coordination of:
  1. Progress of vital information required from the City to continue the Boards movement towards standing up the Apalachicola Water & Sewer District.

New Business/Other Concerns

Next Steps

Public Comments

 

Meeting adjourns-Torben Madson, Chair

Next Meeting:  November 5, 2026, Fort Coombs  Armory, Apalachicola

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold a public meeting on:

Thursday, October 29, 2026
 at 6:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The public is invited to attend. The meeting will include discussion of matters related to the organization and operation of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District.

Meeting Agenda
Call to Order – Torben Madson, Chair
Roll Call
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Review/Approval of Minutes from last Meeting
Topics:
Old Business
1. Legal update from Mr. Weiss, Ausley McMullen:
a. Interlocal agreement and process.
b. Florida retirement document and direction on signing document progress.
c. By-Laws, articles of Incorporation and other basic documents needed for District.
d. FS 189.15 Special District Accountability Act compliance.
e. Other issues requiring legal opinion to include; can District taking-on billing for garbage service and liability of contracts already signed by the City of Apalachicola?
2. Insurance status update.
a. Ms. Knutson update from City’s insurance
b. Brown and Brown Insurance update
c. Boyd Insurance update (Mr. Michael Richter)-call in
3. Hiring of clerks update.
4. Hiring of administrator and getting advertisement for position posted update.
5. Status of operating account.
6. Ms. Knutson update on trash collection concerns.
7. Progress towards November 15, 2026 requirements.
8. Progress towards December 1, 2026 requirements.
9. Continue Coordination of:
a. Progress of vital information required from the City to continue the Boards movement towards standing up the Apalachicola Water & Sewer District.

New Business/Other Concerns
Next Steps

Public Comments

Meeting adjourns-Torben Madson, Chair

Next Meeting: November 2, 2026, Fort Coombs Armory, Apalachicola

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold a public meeting on:

Monday, October 26, 2026
 at 6:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The public is invited to attend. The meeting will include discussion of matters related to the organization and operation of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District.

Meeting Agenda

1. Legal update from Mr. Weiss:
a. Interlocal agreement.
b. Florida retirement document and direction on signing document.
c. By-Laws, articles of Incorporation and other basic documents needed for District.
d. FS 189.15 Special District Accountability Act compliance.
e. Other issues requiring legal opinion to include can District take on billing for garbage service?

2. Insurance status.

3. Hiring of clerks.

4. Hiring of administrator and getting advertisement for position posted.

5. Status of FEIN.

6. Status of operating account

 

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold a public meeting on:

Monday, October 19, 2026
 at 6:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The public is invited to attend. The meeting will include discussion of matters related to the organization and operation of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District.

Meeting Agenda (Draft)

Call to Order – Torben Madson, Chair

Roll Call

Invocation

Pledge Allegiance

Review/Approval of Minutes from last Meeting

Topics:

Old Business

A. Continue Organizational Discussions

1. Insurance status update and review

2. Received engagement letter from Mr. Weiss from AUSHLEY/MCLENNAN

3. Office and facilities update

4. Software discussion (365)

5. Continue Coordination of:

a. Information required from the City

i. Employee data

b. Update on funding and next steps

ii. Hiring of administrator/clerk

6. Discussion of the Interlocal Agreement and the process

7. Workshop with Water & Sewer employees date and time: TBD. Meeting place: TBD

New Business/Other Concerns

A. Next Steps

Public Comments

Meeting adjourns-Torben Madson, Chair

Next Meeting: TBD

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold a public meeting on:

Thursday, October 15, 2026
 at 6:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The public is invited to attend. The meeting will include discussion of matters related to the organization and operation of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District.

 

Meeting Agenda

Call to Order – Torben Madson, Chair

Roll Call

Invocation

Pledge Allegiance

Review/Approval of Minutes from last Meeting

Topics:

Old Business

A. Review law firms presentations-discussion-VOTE-start the hiring process for the law firm selected

B. Continue Organizational Discussions
1. Insurance status
2. Software discussion (365)
3. Continue Coordination of:
a. Update staff data from City
1. Access to data through SharePoint

2. Roster of employees
3. Schedule onsite meeting with City at water and sewer facilities
4. Update on funding and next steps
Hiring of administrator/clerk
5. Discussion of the Interlocal Agreement and the process

New Business/Other Concerns
A. Next Steps

Public Comments

Meeting adjourns-Torben Madson

Next Meeting, 6:00 pm 19 October 2026

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold a public meeting on:

Monday, October 12, 2026
 at 6:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The public is invited to attend. The meeting will include discussion of matters related to the organization and operation of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District.

 

Meeting Agenda
Call to Order –Torben Madson, Chair
Roll Call
Invocation
Pledge Allegiance
Review/Approval of Minutes from last Meeting
Topics

Old Business
1. Review of law firms and service retention options
2. Continue Organizational Discussions
a. Staffing data.
b. Payroll services.
c. Insurance status.
d. Status of Board Members and oath of office
i. Financial Disclosure 2025 Form1 or 6
e. Software discussion (365)
f. Coordination of:
i. Getting staffing data from City.
ii. Scheduling onsite meeting with City at water and sewer facilities.
iii. Assignments for Board Members

New Business/Other Concerns
Next Steps
Public Comments
Meeting adjourns-Torben Madson
Next Meeting: October 15, 2026 at 6:00 pm

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold a public meeting on:

Thursday, October 8, 2026
 at 6:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The public is invited to attend. The meeting will include discussion of matters related to the organization and operation of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District.

MEETING AGENDA
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
  – Torben Madson, Chair
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Review and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting
4. Topics

OLD BUSINESS
• Continue Organizational Discussions

NEW BUSINESS / OTHER CONCERNS
• Discussion of new business and other concerns brought before the Board
5. Next Steps
6. Public Comments

Members of the public are invited to provide comments to the Board during the designated public comment period. All meetings of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board are subject to Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Law.

 

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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

APALACHICOLA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board will hold its initial organizational meeting on:

Monday, October 5, 2026
4:00 p.m.
Fort Coombs Armory
66 4th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320

The purpose of this meeting is to organize the newly established Apalachicola Water and Sewer District and conduct organizational business, including:

Call to Order and Roll Call
Public Comment
Election of Chair
Election of Vice Chair
Election of Secretary
Election of Treasurer
Establishment of the Board’s Regular Meeting Schedule
Discuss Attorney Services
Other Organizational Business
Adjournment

The meeting is open to the public. All meetings of the Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board are subject to Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Law.

Apalachicola Water and Sewer District Board

Amy S Hersey
District Aide, Florida House District 7
Representative Jason Shoaf
Amy.Hersey@FLHouse.gov
850-323-1417

Capitol Office
222 The Capitol
402 South Monroe St
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300
(850) 717-5007

District Office
101 Reed Ave 110
Port St Joe, Fl 32456
(850) 295-5680

Cancelled

The following are noticed to appear on November 05, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. (ET) for a hearing on the ordinance infraction before Magistrate Cole Davis in the meeting room located at 66 4th Street in Apalachicola, FL 32320.  There is a link to the Hearing Notice below each name and subject property.

 

Joshalyn Miller and Vanessa Oneal-Clifford Dykes

457 Highway 98

11-09S-08w-0000-1170-0000

457 Highway 98

James Guthrie, Virginia Kennedy, Michael Creek

192 Airport Road

25-07S-05W-0000-0010-0010

192 Airport Road

Dodgen Diane

2340 Hwy 98

03-08S-05W-0000-0170-0010

2340 HWY 98

Dale A & Selitta Davis

455 Highway 98

11-09S-08W-0000-1171-0000

455 Highway 98

Reginald David Giddens

1203 Hill RD

35-08S-08W-0000-0180-0020

1203 Hill Road

Sophia Salman

500 Brownsville Rd

11-09S-08W-0000-0810-0000

500 Brownsville Rd

Common Area

50 Piney Point LN

22-08S-06W-6023-0000-0COM

50 Piney Point Ln

The Estate of Tony Dewayne Sadler

24 Marks St

10-09S-08W-0350-0002-0170

Saddler Notice 2

Sadler Notice 1

Charles Keith Summer

1271 Alligator Point DR

06-07S-01W-1041-000C-0020

Summer letter 10-15-26 (1)

Contact Mrs. Wyndolyn “Sissy” Smith at (850) 247-2000 or Wyndolyn.Smith@flhealth.gov for additional information.

FRANKLIN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

Meeting Date: 11/10/2026

     Meeting Time: 11:00 AM EST

note: 2 or more public officials from the same board may be present

Meeting Location: Fort Coombs Armory – 66 4^th St. Apalachicola, FL 32320

Revised Agenda

11:00 AM Welcome, Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Prayer – Ricky Jones, BOCC & EDC Chairman

11:15 AM – Commissioner Ricky Jones
1. Resignation & Appreciation of Board Member Heath Galloway Welcome New EDC Board Member – Pilar Williams – Pillar Perfect Construction & Roofing Construction

11:20 AM – Commissioner Ricky Jones & Bill Williams
2. State of the “Economic” Union – Election Results & What’s Next?
a. Florida’s Governor Race
b. Florida’s Senate Race
c. Florida’s 2nd Congressional District Race
d. Florida’s CFO Race
e. Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Race
f. Amendment 3 & Legislative Priorities

11:40 AM
3. Blue-Cord Safety LLC. – Gary Hetrick- President & Kevin Grose- Governmental Affairs
a. Company Overview-Drone Research, Development, & Training (DRDT)
b. Expansion Strategy-Franklin County-FTE projections & Site Needs
c. Regulatory Approval Needs-FCC, Tyndall, Eglin AFB Command, & U.S. Forest Service/FDEP

12:10 AM
4. Military Affairs Sub-Committee: Action Item-Request Board to establish & appoint members:
• Major General (Retired)- James Donald, Desert Storm Combat Commander & former Deputy Commanding General, U.S. Army Pacific (Honolulu)
• Rear Admiral (Retired)-Mark Millikan-Annapolis Graduate & former Commander of U.S. Navy’s Independence Battle Group
(Yokosuka, Japan)
• Lieutenant Commander Gordon Hunter-Navy Veteran -flew (300 Combat Missions) Vietnam’s an A-4Skyhawk light bomber pilot & served as flight instructor at Lemoore Naval Air Station
(California)
• Colonel (Retired) Christpoher Anderson, U.S. Air Force Reserve
(Robins Air Force Base Warner Robins GA)
• Navy Commander (Retired)-Steve Lanier-Key West
• Army Chief- Kai Fornes-Washington D.C.

12:20 PM
5. Agency Update
• Opportunity Florida- “A Proposed Economic Analysis”
• Update-Duke Energy Foundation-evolving site questionnaire
• FREDA Conference (November 17-19)

12:30-Retail Strategies Group-Introduction/Presentation (Optional- in-depth workshop at later date)

Retail Strategies Proposal

1:00 PM Board Member & Citizen Comment-Adjournment

12:45 PM Adjournment

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Meeting Date: 9/29/2026

Time: 10:00 A.M. (E.S.T.)

Location: Fort Coombs Armory – 66 4th Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320

(Note) One or more Elected Officials from the same board may be present.

Membership:  The duly appointed Board of Directors are as follows:

1. Franklin County Board of County Commissioners: Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward
2. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office: TBA
3. Franklin County School District: Board Member Melonie Inzetta
4. City of Apalachicola: Commissioner Adriane Elliott
5. City of Carrabelle: Mayor Sebrina Brown
6. Eastpoint Water & Sewer: Commissioner Colton Sapp

 

AGENDA:

10:00 A.M.  Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance & Opening Prayer — Chairwoman Elliot

10:15 A.M. Franklin County Community Development & Land Trust Corporation Update — Bill Williams & Fred Springer-Bryant Miller & Olive

10:30 A.M. Eastpoint Water & Sewer- Rural Infrastructure Grant Award Update/Next Steps. — Billy Fuentes, EPWS Administrator

11:00 “Upward Communities”- Company & Franklin County Update — Jason Roberts, Founder/CEO

11:15 A.M. Amendment 3P3/Bonding Options, PD&E Phase, and Construction Modeling — Bill Williams Coordinator & Billy Fuentes EPWS-Director

11:15 A.M. Public Comment & Meeting Adjournment — Chairwoman Elliot

 

FRANKLIN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

Meeting Date: 9/29/2026 

Meeting Time: 11:00 AM EST

Note: 2 or more public officials from the same board may be present

Meeting Location: Fort Coombs Armory – 66 4th St. Apalachicola, FL 32320

 

11:00 AM  Welcome, Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Prayer – Ricky Jones, BOCC & EDC Chairman 

11:15 AM  Florida’s Great Northwest “United-Forward” Strategic Economic Plan Recap & (Implementation) -Next Steps – Bill Williams, EDC Coordinator 

11:30– Apalachicola Airport Master Plan & Commerce Grant Update – John Collins – AVCON Engineering 

12:00-Carrabelle Airport Master Plan, Hanger P3 discussion, & Port Vision-Mayor-City of Carrabelle – Sebrina Brown 

12 :30-Team Franklin Update – Eastpoint Water & Sewer Infrastructure Grant Update & Franklin County Land Trust Discussion Update – Bill Williams EDC Coordinator & Bill Fuentes EPWS 

12:45 New Business, Public Comment & Adjournment  

 

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MEETING DATE: 6/29/2026
TIME: 9:00 A.M (E.S.T.)
LOCATION: Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Rd., Eastpoint FL 32328

(NOTE) One or More Elected Officials from the same board may be present

MEMBERSHIP:
The duly appointed Board of Directors are as follows:
1. Franklin County Board of County Commissioners: Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward
2. Franklin County Sheriffs Office: Colonel Dwayne Coulter
3. Franklin County School District: Board Member Melonie Inzetta
4. City of Apalachicola: Commissioner Adriane Elliott
5. City of Carrabelle: Mayor Sebrina Brown
6. Eastpoint Water & Sewer: Commissioner Colton Sapp

AGENDA:
9:00 A.M. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance & Opening Prayer- Chairwoman Elliot

9:15 A. M. Homestead Exemption & the Florida Legislature-
Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward & Bill Williams

Special Session Overview-CS/HJR lF (2026F) Save our Homes Financial Impacts & Where Do We Go from Here?

9:45 Upward Communities- Jason Roberts, Founder/CEO

1. Community Survey Results & Predictive Analysis-
2. Business Strategy& Response to CS/HJR lF (2026F)
3. What’s Next for Upward Communities in Franklin County?

10:15 AM Cliff Butler-Director- Franklin County Community Development & Land Trust Corporation

1. Franklin County Land Trust Overview & Operations/Board Transfer to Team Franklin

Action Item: Approve Legal Review, Financial Assessment & Transfer Protocol of the Franklin County Community Development and Land Trust Organization; a (501(c)3 entity to Team Franklin. (Daniel Hartman & Fred Springer)

11:00 AM. Board Member Comments and Questions

11:15 AM. Public Comment & Meeting Adjournment-Chairwoman Elliot

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MEETING DATE: 4/24/2026
TIME: 9:00 A.M (E.S.T.)
LOCATION: Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Rd., Eastpoint Fl. 32320

(NOTE) One or More Elected Officials from the same board may be present.

MEMBERSHIP:
The duly appointed Board of Directors are as follows:
1. Franklin County Board of County Commissioners: Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward
2. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office: Colonel Dwayne Coulter
3. Franklin County School District: Board Member Melonie Inzetta
4. City of Apalachicola: Commissioner Adriane Elliott
5. City of Carrabelle: Mayor Sebrina Brown
6. Eastpoint Water & Sewer: Commissioner Colton Sapp

AGENDA:
9:00 A.M. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance & Opening PrayerChairwoman Elliot
9:15 A.M. Franklin County Community Development & Land Trust CorporationBill Williams
9:30 A. M. “Upward Communities”-Community Survey & Preliminary Data Metric FindingsJason Roberts, Founder/CEO
9:45 A.M. Upward Communities (Finance Model)- Commercial Bond Rating, Master Lease vs. Debt Assumption and Triple Net Lease? How Does This All Work?
Jason Roberts, Founder CEO-Upward Communities
Fred Springer-Counsel (Miller, Olive, & Bryant)
10:15 A.M. Franklin County BOCC
Team Franklin Board-Action Item-Approve BOCC Bond Rating Request Letter
10:30 A. M. Team Franklin Legal & Negotiation Team Update:
P3 Interim Agreement Overview & Next Steps-Fred Springer, Bryant, Miller, & Olive via zoom
Negotiations Chairperson-George Wilkerson-via zoom
11:00 A.M. Board Member Comments
11:15 A.M. Public Comment & Meeting Adjournment-Chairwoman Elliot

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MEETING DATE: 2/26/2026

TIME: 9:00 A.M (E.S.T.)

LOCATION: Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Rd., Eastpoint Fl. 32320

(NOTE) One or More Elected Officials from the same board may be present.

MEMBERSHIP:

The duly appointed Board of Directors are as follows:

1. Franklin County Board of County Commissioners: Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward

2. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office: Colonel Dwayne Coulter

3. Franklin County School District: Board Member Melonie Inzetta

4. City of Apalachicola: Commissioner Adriane Elliott

5. City of Carrabelle: Mayor Sebrina Brown

6. Eastpoint Water & Sewer: Commissioner Colton Sapp

AGENDA:

9:00 A.M. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance & Opening Prayer-Chairwoman Elliot

9:15 A.M. Team Franklin Board Member-Communication & Community Messaging- Board Member-Melanie Inzetta

9:30 A. M. “Upward Communities Lead Negotiation Team Legal Update& Member Perspective:

Legal Counsel Update & Next Steps-Fred Springer, Bryant, Miller, & Olive via Zoom

Chair Person-George Wilkerson-

10:30 A.M. “Upward Communities Update-” CEO Jason Roberts via Zoom

11:45 A.M. Public Comment & Meeting Adjournment-Chairwoman Elliot

 

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The next Team Franklin regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 17th at 5:00 p.m. (ET).  This meeting will be held at the Eastpoint Fire Station located at 24 6th Street in Eastpoint, Florida.  Click on the link below to view the agenda and the Community Stakeholder Workshops schedule.

Team Franklin-Dec17 Board Mtg & Community Workshop

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MEETING DATE: 11/14/2025

TIME: 9:00A.M (E.S.T.)

LOCATION: Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Rd., Eastpoint Fl. 32320

(NOTE) One or More Elected Officials from the same board may be present.

 

MEMBERSHIP:

The duly appointed Board of Directors are as follows:

1. Franklin County Board of County Commissioners: Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward

2. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office: Colonel Dwayne Coulter

3. Franklin County School District: Board Member Melonie Inzetta

4. City of Apalachicola: Commissioner Adriane Elliott

5. City of Carrabelle: Mayor Sebrina Brown

6. Eastpoint Water & Sewer: Commissioner Colton Sapp

 

AGENDA:

 

9:00 A.M. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance & Opening Prayer-Chairwoman Elliot

9:10 A.M. Introduction & Welcome- Public/Board Member Comment-Bill Williams

9:15 A.M. BOCC Chairman Ricky Jones/Vice Chairman Jessica Varnes Ward –

Economic Development Council -Appointee Introduction & Update

1. Tami Ray-Hutchinson- (City of Apalachicola)

2. Paige Joseph- (City of Carrabelle)

3. Kim Council- (BOCC-At-Large Eastpoint)

Organizational/Structure & Roles Discussion

QTI & Federal Opportunity Zone-BOCC designation update

SHIP Advisory Board-designation update

Apalachee Regional Planning Council-Strategic Plan

9:45 A.M. Unsolicited Proposal Review Committee Update-Bill Williams

1. Review Committee Meeting held 11/6/2025

2. F.S. 255.065 Public Private Partnership-Miller, Olive, & Bryant PA review

3. Team Franklin-Unsolicited RFP Policy

4. Upward Communities Proposal Review

5. Recommended Board Action-Proposal Meets required “Qualifying Project” Status

6. Recommended Board Action-Motion to Accept “Initial Stage” of Negotiations

7. Recommend Board Action-Assign Select Negotiations Team

8. Recommend Board Action-Engage Bryant, Miller, Olive Legal Analysis

9. Recommend Board Action-RPE Motion to Proceed Directly with Unsolicited Bid “Without” seeking additional RFP submittals as outlined in F.S. and begin project delivery and review negotiations.

10:15 A.M. AIRPORT BOARD UPDATE & STRATEGY DISCUSSION

Franklin County-Airport Operations & Economic Development Board-

1. George Wilkerson & Steve Kerchbaum 2.

2. City of Carrabelle-Airport Authority-Bert Bolt

10:30-Team Franklin Community Outreach & Education Workshop/Forums (Dates/Locations) -Roundtable Discussion-Chairwomen Elliot

11:00 A.M. Executive Sub-Committee Updates:

1. Billy Fuentes-Infrastructure

2. David Huges-Academic Excellence

3. William Zester-Hospital & Allied Health

4. Appointment Recommendations & Applicant Appointment-Economic Development

5. Gloria Salinard-Land Use & Development

6. Donnie Maddox-Airport Operations & Economic/Land Development

11:30 A.M. Public Comment & Meeting Adjourned

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RFP Review Committee for “Team Franklin” tomorrow at 11:00 A.M. tomorrow at 85 School Rd., Eastpoint Fl. 32320

Purpose: To initially review the unsolicited RFP Public-Private (P3) Proposal from Upward Communities including F.S. Statue and Team Franklin Policy determinants.

The review committee members are as follows:

BOCC Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward

Team Franklin Chair-Adriane Elliot (City of Apalachicola)

School Board Member-Melonie Inzetta

BOCC-Erin Griffith

FCSD-Shannon Venable

 

Topic: REVIEW MEETING – TEAM FRANKLIN

Time: Nov 6, 2025 11:00 AM Indiana (East)

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MEETING DATE: 10/24/2025
TIME: 9:00A.M (E.S.T.)
LOCATION: Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Rd., Eastpoint Fl. 32320

Please Note: More than one County Commissioner will be in attendance.

MEMBERSHIP:
The duly appointed Board of Directors are as follows:
1. Franklin County Board of County Commissioners: Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward
2. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office: Colonel Dwayne Coulter
3. Franklin County School District: Board Member Melonie Inzetta
4. City of Apalachicola: Commissioner Adriane Elliott
5. City of Carrabelle: Mayor Sebrina Brown
6. Eastpoint Water & Sewer: Commissioner Colton Sapp

AGENDA:
9:00 A.M. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance & Opening Prayer-Chairwoman Elliot

9:10 A.M. Introduction & Welcome- Public/Board Member Comment- Bill Williams

9:15 A.M. Franklin County Economic Development Council-EDC-Update
BOCC & EDC Chairman Ricky Jones-
City of Apalachicola Appointee-Tammie Ray Hutchinson
City of Carrabelle Appointee-TBA after city meeting
BOCC Appointee-Unincorporated Area (Eastpoint)
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE & BOCC PRIORITY LIST

9:45 A.M. “Upward Communities” Critical Personnel Housing Innovations
Jason Roberts C E O & Bob Brillante
Development & Operations Update-In Person/ ZOOM CALL UPDATE

10:15 A.M. Team Franklin Update: CHAIRMAN ELLIOT
1. Community Outreach & Associate Membership Program-Fundraising
2. Web-Site Development, Social Media Campaign, PIO (look-a-like)
3. Board Member Assignments/Funding
4. Coming FY Vision & Strategic Plan
10:45 A.M Franklin County-Airport Operations & Economic Development Board Update
George Wilkerson-Chair & Steve Kirschenbaum-Manager
Forgotten Coast Freedom-Festival & Airshow

11:00 A.M Steering Committee Action Item & Update
**** Action Item-Establish Carrabelle Airport-Standing Committee-Mayor Sebrina Brown
1. Billy Fuentes-Infrastructure
2. David Hughes-Academic Excellence
3. William Zester-Hospital & Allied Health
4. Appointment Recommendations & Applicant Appointment-Economic Development
5. Gloria Salinard-Land Use & Development
6. Donnie Maddox- Apalachicola Airport Operations & Economic/Land Development

11:30 A.M. Public Comment & Meeting Adjourned

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*** Notice: More than one Franklin County Board of Commissioners will attend this meeting. ***

 

MEETING DATE: 9/26/2025

TIME: 9:00A.M (E.S.T.)

LOCATION: Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Rd., Eastpoint Fl. 32320  

MEMBERSHIP:

The duly appointed Board of Directors are as follows:

1. Franklin County Board of County Commissioners: Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward
2. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office: Colonel Dwayne Coulter
3. Franklin County School District: Board Member Melonie Inzetta
4. City of Apalachicola: Commissioner Adriane Elliott
5. City of Carrabelle: Mayor Sebrina Brown
6. Eastpoint Water & Sewer: Commissioner Colton Sapp

AGENDA:

9:00 A.M.   Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance & Opening Prayer-Chairwoman Elliot

9:10 A.M.   Introduction & Welcome- Public/Board Member Comment- Bill Williams

9:15 A.M.  Franklin County Economic Development Council-EDC

                   BOCC Chairman Ricky Jones-

                   Caroline Smith-Apalachee Regional Planning Council

                   Bill Williams-Team Franklin

1. Legal Structure Changes & Teaming Agreement
2. Economic Development Council -Member Application Process/Update
3. Vision & Strategic Plan
4. Community Outreach & Associate Membership Program-Fundraising

9:45 A.M.   “Upward Communities” Critical Personnel Housing Innovations

                     Jason Roberts-CEO & Co-Founder & Bob Brillante

10:45 A.M Franklin County-Airport Operations & Economic Development Board Update

                  George Wilkerson-Chair & Steve Kirschenbaum-Manager

                   Apalachicola Airport & Haney Technical College Update

                   Triumph Grant Funding Approval & Community Outreach Next Steps

11:00 A.M Steering Committee Action Item & Update

**** Action Item-Establish Carrabelle Airport-Standing Committee-Mayor Sebrina Brown

1. Billy Fuentes-Infrastructure
2. David Hughes-Academic Excellence
3. William Zester-Hospital & Allied Health
4. Appointment Recommendations & Applicant Appointment-Economic Development
5. Gloria Salinard-Land Use & Development
6. Donnie Maddox- Apalachicola Airport Operations & Economic/Land Development

11:30 A.M. Public Comment & Meeting Adjourned

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Meeting Date: August 15, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. (ET)

Location: Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Road, Eastpoint, Fl. 32320

Notice: Two or more County Commissioners and Airport Operations Economic Development Board members may attend this meeting.

Team Franklin-agenda 8-15

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Team Franklin next regular meeting is scheduled for Friday, June 20th at 9:00 a.m. (ET) in the Franklin County School District Board meeting room located at 85 School Road, Eastpoint, Fl. 32328.

Team Franklin Agenda 6-20-25

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Team Franklin’s next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (ET).  This meeting will be held at the Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Road, Eastpoint, Florida 32320.

Below is a copy of the notice and agenda.

Team-Franklin-5-28-25 agenda

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MEETING DATE: 4/25/2025

TIME: 9:00A.M

LOCATION: Franklin County School District Office, 85 School Rd., Eastpoint Fl. 32320  

MEMBERSHIP:

The duly appointed Board of Directors are as follows:

1. Franklin County Board of County Commissioners: Commissioner Jessica Varnes Ward
2. Franklin County Sheriff’s Office: Colonel Dwayne Coulter
3. Franklin County School District: Board Member Melonie Inzetta
4. City of Apalachicola: Commissioner Adriane Elliott
5. City of Carrabelle: Mayor Sebrina Brown
6. Eastpoint Water & Sewer: Commissioner Colton Sapp

AGENDA:

9:00 A.M.   Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance & Opening Prayer-Chairwoman Elliot

9:10 A.M.   Introduction & Welcome- Public/Board Member Comment- Bill Williams

9:15 A.M.   Florida Department of Commerce-Jason Mahon-                                                                   Deputy Secretary of Economic Development & Chief Manufacturing Officer

1. Agency Mission & Collaborative Partnerships
2. Economic & Workforce Development Resources
3. Rural Business & Community-Strategy Recommendations
4. Specific Stakeholder Funding Tools- Business Incentive & Entrepreneurs
5. Board Member Q&A

10:00 A.M.   Apalachee Regional Planning Council-Chris Rietow

                     Executive Director

1. Agency Mission & Collaborative Partnerships
2. Community Planning- Transportation, Growth Management, Economic & Environmental, Housing & Community Development
3. Specific Stakeholder Funding Tools
4. Board Member Q & A

10:45 Legislative Update: Bill Williams

1. Economic Development Council-Designation
2. Federal Opportunity Zone 2.0 (QOF)-Update
3. SB 110-Simon- Rural Renaissance Bill
4. SB 184-Gaetz-Affordable Housing

11:00 A.M. Sub-Committee (Work Groups) Update

1. Billy Fuentes-Infrastructure
2. David Huges-Academic Excellence
3. William Zester-Hospital & Allied Health
4. Lynn Martina-Economic Development
5. Gloria Salinard-Land Use & Development
6. Donnie Maddox-Airport Operations & Economic/Land Development

11:30 A.M. Meeting Adjourned

DOH-Franklin Lifts Water Quality

Health Advisory

Alligator Point tests below unsafe level

Contact:

DT Simmons

Deanna.Simmons@flhealth.gov

850-653-2111

Franklin County, Fla.

— The Florida Department of Health Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels the following location:

Alligator Point

Tests completed on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, indicate that the water at Alligator Point shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 18, 2026

DOH-Franklin Issues Water Quality Health Advisory

Advisory Issued for Alligator Point

Contact:

DT Simmons

Deanna.Simmons@flhealth.gov

850-653-2111

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following location:

Alligator Point

Tests completed on Thursday, September 17, 2026, indicate that the water quality at AlligatorPoint does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.  DOH-Franklin advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

 

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July 29, 2026
DOH-Franklin Lifts Water Quality Health Advisory

Several Franklin County Beaches tests below unsafe level

Contact:
DT Simmons
Deanna.Simmons@flhealth.gov
850-653-2111

 

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels the following locations:

Alligator Point Beach
Carrabelle Beach
St. George Island (Franklin Blvd/Lighthouse)
St. George Island (11th St. East Beach Access)
St. George Island (11th St. West Beach Access)
St. George Island State Park (Sugar Hill Access)

Tests completed on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, indicate that the water at Alligator Point Beach, Carrabelle Beach, St. George Island (Franklin Blvd/Lighthouse), St. George Island (11th St. East Beach Access), and St. George Island (11th St. West Beach Access), and St. George Island State Park (Sugar Hill Access) shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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July 22, 2026

DOH-Franklin Issues Water Quality Health Advisory

 

Advisory Issued for Several Franklin County Beaches

Contact:

DT Simmons

Deanna.Simmons@flhealth.gov

850-653-2111

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following locations:

Alligator Point Beach

Carrabelle Beach

St. George Island (Franklin Blvd/Lighthouse)

St. George Island (11th St. East Beach Access)

St. George Island (11th St. West Beach Access)

St. George Island State Park (Sugar Hill Access)

Tests completed on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, indicate that the water quality at Alligator Point Beach, Carrabelle Beach, St. George Island (Franklin Blvd/Lighthouse), St. George Island (11th St. East Beach Access), and St. George Island (11th St. West Beach Access) areas do not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health. The St. George Island State Park (Sugar Hill Access) location was not sampled due to unsafe, rough wave conditions, but it is included in the advisory as a precaution.

DOH-Franklin advises against any water-related activities at these locations due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

Enterococci are bacteria that live in the intestinal tracts of humans and animals. Their presence in high levels can indicate fecal contamination from sources such as stormwater runoff, pets and wildlife, or human sewage. If the bacteria are ingested or enter the body through a cut or sore, they may cause infections, rashes, or other illnesses.

All Franklin County beaches are currently under a swim advisory. The advisory will remain in effect until surf conditions allow for resampling and test results show bacteria levels have returned to acceptable health levels. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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May 28, 2026

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels the following location:

Carrabelle Beach

Tests completed on Monday, May 27, 2026, indicate that the water at Carrabelle Beach shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

DT Simmons, MPH

Public Information Officer

Florida Department of Health in Franklin & Gulf County

139 12^th Street,

Apalachicola, Fl 32320

 

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May 22, 2026

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following location: 

Carrabelle Beach

Tests completed on Thursday, May 21, 2026, indicate that the water quality at Carrabelle Beach does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH-Franklin advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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November 5, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) is

lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels the following location:

Alligator Point Beach

Tests completed on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, indicate that the water quality at Alligator Point Beach shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or visit Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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October 23, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following location:

Alligator Point Beach

Tests completed on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, indicate that the water quality at Alligator Point Beach does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcusbacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH-Franklin advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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October 10, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following location:

Alligator Point Beach

Tests completed on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, indicate that the water quality at Alligator Point Beach does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH-Franklin advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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August 20, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels the following locations:

Alligator Point Beach

Carrabelle Beach

Tests completed on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, indicate that the water quality at Alligator Point Beach and Carrabelle Beach shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or visit Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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August 8, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels the following location:

St. George Island Beach

Tests completed on Thursday, August 7, 2025, indicate that the water quality at St. George Island shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

Please note that water quality advisories for Alligator Point and Carrabelle Beach are still active and have not been lifted at this time.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or visit Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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August 7, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following locations:

Alligator Point Beach

St. George Island Beach

Tests completed on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, indicate that the water quality at Alligator Point Beach and St. George Island Beach does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH-Franklin advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

Please note that water quality advisories for Carrabelle Beach are still active and have not been lifted at this time.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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August 1, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following location:

Carrabelle Beach

Tests completed on Thursday, July 31, 2025, indicate that the water quality at Carrabelle Beach does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcusbacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH-Franklin advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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July 23, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels the following locations:

Alligator Point Beach and Carrabelle Beach

Tests completed on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, indicate that the water quality at Alligator Point Beach and Carrabelle Beach shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines. Test results are available atFloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or visit Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

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July 11, 2025

Franklin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Franklin County (DOH-Franklin) has issued a water quality advisory for the following location:

Alligator Point Beach

Tests completed on Thursday, July 10, 2025, indicate that the water quality at Alligator Point Beach does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria recommended by the Florida Department of Health.

DOH-Franklin advises against any water-related activities at this location due to an increased risk of illness in swimmers. Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.

This advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches.

For more information, call 850-653-2111 or Franklin.FloridaHealth.gov.

The Board of County Commissioners is accepting nominations for exceptional volunteers to be publicly recognized for their outstanding service and contributions to the community.

If you know an individual who you believe deserves recognition for their volunteer efforts, please submit your nomination by email to angelal@franklincountyflorida.gov.

Please include the following information with your nomination:

• Your name and contact information
• The nominee’s name and contact information
• A detailed description of the nominee’s volunteer service and contributions
• An explanation of why you believe the individual should be recognized as an outstanding volunteer