Board of County Commissioners - May 12 2026

The Walton County Board of County Commissioners held a meeting on May 12, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included approval to advertise a solicitation for a firefighting well at the Florida Power and Light Solar Farm property, awarding an RFP for online auction services to Liquidity Services Operations LLC (GovDeals), and approving purchases of scale software and kiosk equipment for Environmental Services ($40,714) and a Mohawk vehicle lift for beach operations ($26,162). The board also approved the purchase of office space for planning purposes and authorized a utility easement with FPL for a new maintenance building. A significant discussion and allocation of $600,000 in Tourist Development Tax reserves were made toward purchasing tractors for a proposed North Walton Tractor Museum, with conditions to return with a funding agreement and budget amendment before funds are spent. Additionally, the board adopted an ordinance regulating the use of electric bicycles (e-bikes) on county paths and sidewalks, including classifications and safety provisions. Other topics included school district millage referendum approval, public works equipment purchases within budget, and discussions on beach access and local development regulations. Several motions related to spending and procurement passed unanimously or with full board support.