City Council Meeting (2025-09-22)

City Council Minutes September 22,2025 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers

1. Call to Order

The Regular Meeting of the Crestview City Council was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor JB Whitten. Council members present: Mayor Pro-Tem Doug Capps. Council members present: Ryan Bullard, Brandon Frost, Dusty Allison, and Shannon Hayes. Also present: City Manager Jessica Leavins, City Clerk Maryanne Girard, City Attorney Jonathan Holloway, and various staff members.

2. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance

2.1. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance w Church of God in Christ.

as led by Elder Sylvester Echols of First

3. Open Policy Making and Legislative Session

Mayor JB Whitten announced there was a quorum present.

4. Approve Agenda

Mayor JB Whitten called for action.

Motion by Councilmember Shannon Hayes and se Allison to approve the agenda, as presented.

onded by Councilmember Dusty

Roll Call: Ayes: Doug Capps, Ryan Bullard, Shannon Hayes, Brandon Frost, Dusty Allison. All ayes. Motion carried.

5. Presentations and Reports

5.1. Parks and Recreation Cheer Presentation Councilmember Ryan Bullard asked the che Director Brady Peters to come forward. He s the program. Athletic Programs Manager Teresa Lucari th donation and support.

leaders and Parks and Recreation rated he made a donation as he supports nked Councilmember Bullard for the

5.2. Certificate of Recognition - Officer Spry Councilmember Ryan Bullard read a Certificate of Recognition to Officer Nicholas Spry for exceptional service during a mental health crisis of an individual in his office.

5.3. Proclamation Declaring October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month Councilmember Dusty Allison read a proclamation declaring October 7th for Breast Cancer Awareness. Representatives from the Emerald Coast Making Strides Against Breast Cancer stated the event will be held on October 18th in Niceville at Northwest Florida State College.

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5.4. Beige Corporation

City Manager J. Leavins announced the presentations for the photography bid submissions were next.

Beige Corporation Head of Business Development, Kimberly Neer, went over her company's program. Their mission is to deliver impactful, high-quality photography services. They provide a lead photographer, as well as back-up photographers. She went over their services, including drone photography.

5.5. GD Photography

GD Photography, Gia DeMario, stated she is committed to customer service. She has provided still and action shots in the city for over eighteen years. She added she does not think the sports portion should be bid out, as the parents should be able to choose the photographer they want.

5.6. Shot in Focus

Shot in Focus, Darlene Estes, came forward. She said they specialize in capturing still and action shots. She went over the process of planning and scheduling for picture day. She mentioned they offer either a 10% commission or 10% discount to the families.

6. Consent Agenda

Mayor JB Whitten asked to add the extension agreement with Harris Fence under agenda Item 6.5. and then called for action.

Motion by Councilmember Dusty Allison and seconded by Councilmember Shannon Hayes to approve, as amended.

Roll Call: Ayes: Doug Capps, Ryan Bullard, Shannon Hayes, Brandon Frost, Dusty Allison. All ayes. Motion carried.

6.2. Okaloosa Tax Collector Office Project Easement

6.3. SR85 at Garden St Extension - Task Order Amendment

6.4. Library Interlocal Agreement 2026

6.6. Approval of City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of September 8,2025

6.7. Approval of the City Council Tentative 15,2025

Millage and Budget Hearing of September

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Motion by Councilmember Shannon Hayes and seconded by Councilmember Dusty Allison to accept the First Amendment to the Continuing contracts for Mr. Fence and Harris Fence.

Roll Call: Ayes: Doug Capps, Ryan Bullard, Shannon Hayes, Brandon Frost, Dusty Allison. All ayes. Motion carried.

7. Public Hearings / Ordinances on Second Reading