Alonzetta Simpkins
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 24
- Total speaking time
- 2:43:30
- Avg per meeting
- 6:49
- Segments
- 2068
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Top issues during term (20)
Emergency Medical Services Facility Location
Involves grant funding and approximately $362,000 in prior engineering and design expenditures.
FY 2026/2027 County Budget and Millage Rate
Impacts the entire county budget of 95 funds and potential service delivery levels.
local elections
Local tax dollars and municipal budgets will be managed by these newly decided leaders, impacting how your community spends its money.
Boys & Girls Club Facility Site Selection
The project utilizes a state grant of approximately $3.6 million, with potential site preparation costs ranging from $200,000 to $400,000.
election results
Local tax dollars and municipal budgets will be managed by the newly elected officials, directly impacting your wallet.
Sheriff's Office Payroll and Budget Shortfall
Addresses multi-million dollar budget deficits and operational costs.
Community Flood Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
Potential future costs associated with retrofitting infrastructure and updating local mitigation strategies.
County Administrator Permanent Selection Tabled
Potential budget adjustments and personnel cost reductions across county departments.
Infrastructure Investment and Economic Development
Approx. $400,000 from bond interest and contingency funds
Termination of Automated Flock Safety Cameras
Saves approximately $77,000 annually upon contract expiration.
Proposed Data Center Regulations and Moratorium
Potential increased utility rates and taxpayer-funded infrastructure expansion costs.
Animal Rescue Facility Zoning and Land Access
Operational funding supported through county budget allocations.
Emergency Medical Services Funding and AHCA Reimbursement
Involves revenue returns exceeding $700,000 intended for EMS support.
Park Restroom Construction and Equity
Initial estimates approached $300,000 for five park restrooms, prompting a search for cost-saving measures.
Emergency Operations Center and Public Safety Complex Extension
Extends grant performance period without adding new county funds.
official misconduct
It's still up in the air, but legal battles and potential fallout for city staff could end up costing taxpayers.
Motorola Radio System Maintenance Contract
Multi-year maintenance obligation costing hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.
County Facility and Park Rental Policy
Generates revenue to offset facility staffing and cleanup costs.
affordable housing
It should help take some of the pressure off skyrocketing rent and home prices in the area.
police misconduct
City taxpayers might end up footing the bill for administrative shakeups, legal fallout, or temporary leadership costs.
Decisions during term (218)
Recorded while Simpkins was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Agenda Amendments
Approval of the Meeting Agenda
Reinstatement of Item 11.B (EMS AHCA Reimbursement Fund)
Consent Agenda Approval
Approval of Older Americans Act Contract Amendment
Establishment of Special Revenue Account for EMS Funding
Approval of Big Bend Regional Community Rides Grant Application
Approval of Florida Forest Service Mutual Aid Operations Plan
Approval of Annual Contract with Florida Department of Health
Approval of Granicus Software License Purchase
Approval of Emergency Employee Meals and Feeding Policy
Selection of Strong Road Site for Boys and Girls Club
Reconsideration of Joe Adams Road Site for EMS Facility
Rescheduling of Regular Meeting Date
Amendments to the Agenda
Approval of Agenda.
Motion to Adjourn
Approval of EMS Facility Site Selection at Hospital
Approval of Boys & Girls Club Site Selection at New Life Church with Strong Road Alternate
Approval of Agenda.
Voting record (8)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Reconsideration of Joe Adams Road Site for EMS Facility
Voted in favor of reconsideration conditional on receiving the deed.
Approval of EMS Facility Site Selection at Hospital
Approval of Boys & Girls Club Site Selection at New Life Church with Strong Road Alternate
Adoption of Final FY 2026/2027 Millage Rate
Adoption of Final FY 2026/2027 Budget
Motion to Review and Amend Budget Line-by-Line
Approval of Countywide Facility and Park Use Policy
Postpone FY26-27 Budget Reduction Presentations
Stated she needed time to read and digest the information in advance before asking questions.