Century To Hire Procurement Consultant At Up To $34,800 Per Year
February 28, 2024
The Century Town Council has voted to hire a consultant for procurement services.
The council voted 3-1, with Shelisa Abraham dissenting, on a recommendation from Mayor Luis Gomez, Jr. and interim Town Manager Howard Brown to hire Bobbi Williams of Davie, Florida, for procurement services.
The motion specifically allows Gomez to negotiate and execute a contract with Williams not to exceed $34,800 to be paid with American Rescue Plan funds. The contract will not return to the council for additional approval of terms.
“I reached out to my network, and I was able to get two proposals.” Brown said
Williams holds a masters of public administration from Nova Southeastern University and is currently the fianance manager for the Department of Public Works in Hallandale Beach, Florida, Florida, and is the assistant director/financial services manager for the Financial Services Department in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, according to her resume. She also has experience with the City of Fort Lauderdale and the U.S. Army.
Williams estimates it will take 38 hours of her time per month for general procurement tasks. Under her proposal, she would be paid $75 an hour for fewer hours per month.
“Services includes full service municipal procurement services, such as review and recommendation of procurement policies and practices; preparation of formal and informal competitive solicitations; acquisition of commodities and services; preparation of contracts/agreements; preparation of correspondences as required for contract files, provide contract administration services, and preparation of adhoc reports as defined in the ITB (invitation to bid) and as requested, according to her proposal.
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Century To Waive Utility Late Fees This Month After Town Hall Closure
February 28, 2024
The Town of Century will waive late fees and have no utility disconnects this month following a town hall closure.
The town hall was closed beginning Wednesday, February 21 due to a staffing shortage due to illnesses.
The town sent a public notice to NorthEscambia.com on Tuesday, February 20 about the closure, stating that another public notice would follow to announce a reopening date.
No reopening notice was ever provided to us or posted on the town’s website, but town hall was reopened Friday, February 23 after Mayor Luis Gomez, Jr. had the building “deep cleaned” the night before.
Utility bills were due by February 25 to avoid disconnection or a late fee. Gomez said the town had phone system issues on February 23, preventing some callers from reaching town hall to pay. He said any customer that was charged a late fee for their February utility bill will receive a credit for the amount on their next bill.
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Why Did EREC Cut Off Power For Thosands? Why Wasn’t I Notified?
February 28, 2024
For about three hours Monday night and into Tuesday morning, nearly 2,100 Escambia River Electric Cooperative customers were without power in Oak Grove, Walnut Hill, Enon, Barrineau Park, Bogia and Molino areas.
The outage was from about 11 p.m. Monday to 2 a.m. for scheduled maintenance.
EREC said their supplier, PowerSouth, requested the outage to perform maintenance on the transmission line serving the Oak Grove substation. The outage impacted all EREC customers in the area served by the Oak Grove substation on Highway 99A.
“PowerSouth is currently upgrading transmission lines in our area to enhance the reliability, capacity, and robustness of the system. The outage was necessary to work on a power pole and install a switch on the upgraded line,” EREC said. ” The planned outage was scheduled during the late night hours as to not disrupt businesses, schools, etc.”
“Another planned outage is expected in the upcoming months to finalize the adjustments after the switch has been built and tested3″
EREC did work to notify members with phone calls and text messages to members with registered mobile numbers.
“If you were affected but did not receive a call or text, please contact our office to update your information,” the cooperative said, adding that they will never send a text requesting your personal information or any clickable links. This information will solely be used for informative or alert purposes.
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Beulah Master Plan Public Meeting To Be Held Thursday Evening
February 28, 2024
A Beulah Master Plan Public Meeting will be held Thursday, February 29.
The meeting will take place from 6-8 p.m. at Beulah Middle School, 6001 West Nine Mile Road.
The open house will showcase the findings from the previous public outreach efforts as well as a two-day design charrette. Sigma Consulting will discuss their methodology to develop the Beulah Master Plan and answer questions from residents. County staff will also be in attendance to address any additional questions or concerns from residents. Sign-in sheets and comment forms will be available at the door.
The Beulah Master Plan is funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Treasury under the RESTORE Act program.
Escambia County staff and the consultant team will reveal the charrette results and a draft of design approaches taken for the Beulah community through collaborative community efforts.
Esambia Public Schools To Host Community ‘Podcastapalooza’ Event On Saturday
February 28, 2024
Escambia County Public Schools will hold its inaugural ‘Podcastapalooza’ event at Washington High School this Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Based upon its ‘Voices United In Education’ podcast series, ECPS is inviting the public to learn more about the various resources, agencies and opportunities available to area families.
Guests will have the opportunity to browse vendor booths, each associated with a podcast episode. Families will receive information on scholarships, free tutoring, after care programs, tools for students, balancing out screen time, and a sea of other helpful ideas and resources.
Additionally, Animal Tales will give a live presentation complete with various animals and audience participation.
One lucky guest will win a $250 Amazon gift card! Everyone will pick up fun prizes and great tips on how to help their child succeed in school.
Booker T. Washington High School is located at 6000 College Parkway in Pensacola.
Molino Man Accused Of Battery Against Two After Allegedly Asking For Drug Money
February 28, 2024
A Molino man is accused of battery against two people after he was allegedly rejected when asking for drug money.
Josie Lee Smith, 28, was charged with battery domestic violence and battery.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office responded to Cedartown Road where Smith allegedly attacked an adult relative and an adult female that is not a relative. One victim told deputies that Smith is “bad off” on drugs and Smith physically attacked the victim after he refused to provide money for drugs. He also punched the female in the ribs and left the home, according to an arrest report.
Smith was booked into the Escambia County Jail without bond; his bond was revoked in pending burglary case.
Cooler Thursday; Back In The Mid 40s Thursday Night
February 28, 2024
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Thursday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 52. East wind 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Friday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 65. Southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Friday Night: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 73. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. South wind around 5 mph becoming east after midnight.
Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Southeast wind around 10 mph.
Monday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73.
Monday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58.
Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Tuesday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56.
Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 70.
Northview Softball, JV Baseball Defeat Flomaton, ‘Canes Varsity Tops NHS
February 28, 2024
Here are softball and baseball recaps from Monday night:
BASEBALL
Flomaton 6, Northview 0 (Varsity)
The Flomaton Hurricanes got past Northview 6-0 Tuesday night in Flomaton.
Flomaton’s Sessions surrendered one hit and no runs while striking out 13 and walking none.
Northview’s Grady Sheffield gave up five hits and six runs in six innings, striking out sven and walking three.
Phillips went 2-2 For the ‘Canes. Tieppo, Alaniz and Newton had one hit each.
Sheffield went 1-3 for the Chiefs.
The Chiefs will host J.U. Blacksher of Uriah, Alabama, Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Flomaton will travel to Jay at 6:30 P.m. Thursday.
Northview 11, Flomaton 2, (JV)
The Northview junior varsity Chiefs defeated Flomon 11-2 in Flomaton.
Taylor Curtis started on the mound for the JV Chiefs, allowing two hits and two runs in four innings while striking out seven and walking two. Gage Harrison pitched an inning in relief for NHS, giving up no hits, striking out two and walking one.
Flomaton’s Fowler gave up nine hits and 11 runs, five of them earned, in five innings, recording two strikeouts and four walks.
Fore and Lee each had a hit for Flomaton.
Nate Jone and Tyler Gilmore had two hits each for Northview. Harrison, Brayden Gindl, Kobi Fiorenti, Luke Chavers, and Will Strawbridge, added one hit apiece.
The JV Chiefs will host J.U. Blacksher of Uriah, Alabama, Thursday at 4 p.m.
SOFTBALL
Northview 16, Flomaton 1 (Varsity)
The Northview Lady Chiefs rolled past the Flomaton Hurricanes 16-1 Thursday night in Flomaton.
Jamison Gilman opened in the circle for the Lady Chiefs, giving up no hits and no runs in three innings while striking out seven and walking none. Avery Stuckey closed in relief for Northview, surrendering three hits and one run while recording two strikeouts and one walk in three.
Flomaton’s EG Fuqua allowed eight hits and eight runs in four innings, stiking out one and walking three. Bentley Edwards pitched two innings for the ‘Canes, giving up four hits and six runs while striking out one and walking one.
Kylee Landham had a triple in the third, a double in the sixth and single in the fourth for the Chiefs. Gilman, Chloe Ragsdale, and Mikayla McAnnally each added two hits while Stuckey, Rylie Books,, Makayla Golson, Keeli Knighten and Mayson Edwards had one.
Karrie Cuts, Kailee Herndon and Rylee Rogers each had a hit for Flomaton..
The Lady Chiefs will next play in a tournament Friday and Saturday in Panama City. Flomaton will be at J.U.Blacksher at 6 p.m. Thursday.
No Injuries When Driver Goes Off Enon Bridge Into Creek
February 27, 2024
A driver was not injured when their vehicle ran off a North Escambia bridge into about 15 feet of water in Boggy Creek Monday evening.
The driver of a Mitsubishi Galant was reportedly westbound on Highway 97A in Enon when he went off a bridge near Dan Hall Road, about eight miles southwest of Walnut Hill.
The driver was able to escape the sinking vehicle.
Divers from Escambia Search and Rescue responded to ensure that there was no one else in the vehicle and to assist with placing a tow strap.
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The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded.
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Northview Walks Off With Big Win Over J.U. Blacksher (With Photo Gallery)
February 27, 2024
The Northview Chiefs walked off run-rule winners Monday night in Bratt defeating J.U. Blacksher of Uriah, Alabama, 15-4 on Kylee Langham’s game-winning triple in the fifth inning.
Avery Stuckey had a grand slam for the Lady Chiefs in the bottom of the second.
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The Chiefs improved to 2-0 on the young season with the win.
Jamison Gilmon earned the win with five innings in the circle for the Chiefs. She gave up four hits and three unearned runs, striking out five and walking four.
Gilman went 3-4 and Makayla Golson was 2-3 for the Lady Chiefs.
In other Monday action, J.U. Blacksher junior varsity defeated Northview JV 3-22 .
Pictured top: The Northview Lady Chiefs celebrate a grand slam homer by #48 Avery Stuckey. Pictured first below: Stuckey hits her bomb. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
