April 3, 2001

The Board of County Commissioners of Brevard County, Florida, met in regular session on April 3, 2001, at 9:03 a.m. in the Government Center Commission Room, Building C, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, Florida. Present were: Chairman Susan Carlson, Commissioners Truman Scarborough, Nancy Higgs, and Jackie Colon, County Manager Tom Jenkins, and Assistant County Attorney Shannon Wilson. Absent were: *Commissioner Randy O'Brien, and County Attorney Scott Knox.

The Invocation was given by Spiritual Leader John C. Goldring, Barefoot Bay, Florida.

Commissioner Nancy Higgs led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.

RESOLUTION, RE: PROCLAIMING DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF
THE HOLOCAUST

Spiritual Leader John C. Goldring read a resolution proclaiming April 5 through 21, 2001, as Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust.

*Commissioner O'Brien's presence was noted at this time.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner Scarborough, to adopt Resolution proclaiming April 5 through 21, 2001 as Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Mr. Goldring advised the mourning for their six million brethren does not cease even though 56 years have passed since the death camps were liberated; and with the mourning, they also pay tribute to the brave soldiers of the United States, Great Britain, the Commonwealth, and the allies who, through self-sacrificing actions, brought an end to the slaughter of the Jews and other nationals. He stated they hope nothing like the holocaust will ever happen again, and must not let the memories fade, even though it is a new millennium; however, they have seen nations implementing a resurgence of restrictions upon minorities, which have grown into persecutions, detentions, and murder; and they have seen desecration of places of worship in Brevard County. He thanked the Board for the proclamation on behalf of the Jewish population in Brevard County.

Commissioner Higgs stated she appreciates Spiritual Leader Goldring coming to the meeting each year to help the Board remember the holocaust.

Commissioner O'Brien advised of growing up in Germany and seeing the prison camps where so many Jews were murdered by the Nazis; and thanked Mr. Goldring for reminding the Board every year of the horror that took place on this earth.

REPORT, RE: CENSUS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised the preliminary census information was released last week; they expect to have more detailed information at the end of this month; so they will withhold any analysis until they receive the detailed information. He noted Mel Scott and Tammy Thorpe, who worked with the Census Bureau, predicted there would be 480,000 people in Brevard County; and there are 476,200 according to the census, so they were very close.

REPORT, RE: PUBLIC HEARINGS ON SPEED ZONES IN WATERWAYS

Commissioner O'Brien advised of an article in Florida TODAY that the State plans to slow boaters in Brevard County; the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will conduct a public hearing on its proposed settlement plan on April 19, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at the Renaissance Orlando Resort; and they will be talking about Brevard County, but will hold the hearing in Orlando. He stated the Commission will hold another hearing on April 25, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. in the Brevard County Government Center Commission Chambers on the speed zones for boaters; and invited both sides of the issue to attend the hearing and provide their input to the State Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Assistant County Manager Stephen Peffer advised there is some confusion on the dates of meetings in Brevard County; staff spoke with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service about a meeting it planned on April 26, 2001 in the Commission Room; however, staff advised it a larger venue would be needed, because when the State held a workshop in the Commission Room the last time, it indicated it would be trying to find another location. He stated the federal agency will be looking for another location; but he will check with the State about using the facility.

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised the size of the crowd exceeds the capacity of the Commission Room, so staff strongly encouraged the agency to find a facility where the people would be comfortably accommodated. He stated at the last workshop people were in the lobby, so it did not work well; and staff is not sure the Commission Room is large enough to handle the size crowd that may attend.

Commissioner O'Brien requested Mr. Peffer publish the dates and locations on the SCGTV when it is known, or if it is known by the next meeting, to make it part of the County Manager's report so the public will know where the meeting is going to be held.

REPORT, RE: CONDOLENCES TO HELEN VOLTZ AND FAMILY

Commissioner O'Brien advised many people worked with former Commissioner Helen Voltz for four years, got to know her, and liked her; many years ago her son passed away from a disease; and on March 22, 2001, another son, Kevin, died in an auto accident. He extended his deepest sympathy and that of the Board and condolences to Helen Voltz and her family during this difficult time; and requested the community join together and remember the Voltz family in their thoughts and prayers.

The Commissioners and audience bowed their heads in silent prayer for Helen and her family. Commissioner Colon advised she attended the funeral of Kevin Voltz, and wants to relate the tremendous strength displayed by the Voltz family; and it was said at the service that without their faith, they would not have been able to endure the pain of losing two sons. She encouraged the community to send cards and make phone calls to the Voltz family at this time, as Helen Voltz was a public servant of the community for four years.

REPORT, RE: REDEVELOPMENT OF BABCOCK STREET COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR

Commissioner Colon advised Mayor Buckley of the City of Melbourne sent a letter informing the Board of the redevelopment in Melbourne and expressing appreciation for the Board's assistance in the redevelopment of the Babcock Street commercial corridor. She mentioned the numerous commercial projects, a reduction in the vacancy rate, and the number of jobs provided by the different companies that located in the corridor; and noted the City also thanked EDC, the Chambers, and the Board for the partnership that enabled the successful redevelopment in Melbourne.

REPORT, RE: AIRING OF DOCUMENTARY ON HARRY T. MOORE

Chairman Carlson advised the NAACP requested the Board consider airing a PBS documentary on Harry T. Moore on the Space Coast Government Television, named, "Freedom Never Dies. The Legacy of Harry T. Moore."

Commissioner Higgs advised there is a board comprised of representatives from the cities and the County that looks at those types of issues; and it would be appropriate to refer it to staff and that board to insure the policies are being followed.

Chairman Carlson instructed the County Manager to refer the issue to the board to decide if it is appropriate to broadcast the documentary of Harry T. Moore on SCGTV.

REPORT, RE: PROPOSED STATE LEGISLATION

Chairman Carlson advised last week she was in Tallahassee and lobbied for some of the issues that have confronted the Board regarding juvenile justice, election reform, and the Preservation 2000 Trust Fund. She stated there are many different plans for election reform; the Secretary of State has a plan in the $200 million category, which would require every county to go to touch screen; however, it is a new technology that has not been certified in the State yet, but there are plans for that to occur. She stated the Senate has an idea, the House has another idea, and there is only $43 million to spend on election reform to make the voting system uniform throughout the State; and one of the reasons the Secretary of State pushed her ideas is because of her reading of the Supreme Court decision on having uniform voting systems in the State; however, there are many legal interpretations of that, and nothing is secure on that issue. Chairman Carlson advised Carol Laymance, the County's Legislative Coordinator, sends a weekly report, which she assumes all Commissioners receive; she covered several items that they are tracking, such as billboards, Communication Services Tax Act, Article V, election reform, the EMS issue, growth management, and transportation disadvantaged issues; and the ones that were on the hot plate were election reform and P-2000, which Ann Birch will explain later when the resolution is brought up.

Commissioner O'Brien recommended Supervisor of Elections Fred Galey be invited to give the Board a complete update, from his point of view, about the ideas the State is considering, because $43 million is a lot of money and $200 million is a lot more that could be spent on children and schools. He stated Mr. Galey could advise the Board of what is transpiring within the whole realm of things. Chairman Carlson stated that would be appropriate, as Mr. Galey has kept up with all of it. Commissioner O'Brien requested Mr. Jenkins contact Mr. Galey and invite him to a Board meeting to update the Board on election reform issues.

PRESENTATIONS, RE: PEN AND INK DRAWINGS AND RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING
NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK

Commissioner Higgs read aloud a resolution proclaiming April 1 through 7, 2001, as National Library Week.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to adopt Resolution proclaiming April 1 through 7, 2001, as National Library Week in Brevard County, and encouraging all Brevardians to visit a library and show their appreciation for this unique and wonderful institution. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Martha Russo, Chairman of the Library Board, thanked the Board for its support of the Libraries; and advised the Florida Library Association wants to present each Commissioner with a pen and ink drawing that will be framed and delivered to their offices.

Commissioner O'Brien advised he displays those pictures in the lobby of the Service Complex on Merritt Island.

Commissioner Higgs presented the Resolution to Ms. Russo and Ms. Safarik; and noted library cards are free.

PRESENTATIONS, RE: EMPLOYEE LONGEVITY RECOGNITION PLAGUES

Human Resources Director Frank Abbate stated Roger Williams has been with Brevard County since December 1, 1970 with the Road and Bridge Division, and Parks and Recreation Department; and advised of his accomplishments during his 30 years of service. He presented a plaque to Mr. Williams in recognition of his longevity.

Mr. Abbate stated Oscar Harris has been with Brevard County since 1970 with the Road and Bridge Division; he is a loyal and dependable employee; and advised of his accomplishments during his 30 years of service. He noted Mr. Harris will celebrate his 70th birthday in August; and presented a plaque to Mr. Harris in recognition of his longevity. Commissioner O'Brien stated Mr. Harris is a great employee.

Mr. Abbate stated William Whaley has been with Brevard County since July 16, 1970 with the Traffic Engineering Section; advised of his accomplishments, certifications, and promotions; and presented him with a plaque in recognition of his longevity.

Chairman Carlson congratulated Messrs. Williams, Harris and Whaley on their longevity.

PRESENTATION OF MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATES, RE: EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM

Human Resources Director Frank Abbate described the Employee Development Program consisting of 15 classes, three phases, workshops, and examinations; and awarded Management Certificates to Anthony Robins, William Banks, Anthony Berg, Ernest Byerly, Hector Lopez, Steve Kandiko, John Pierce, Glen Siler, George Trueman, Vicki Williams and Rich Vogel who completed the Program; and noted Mr. Vogel completed the Program with honors.

Chairman Carlson congratulated the participants on their accomplishments in completing the Employee Development Program, noting it is great to see so many employees going through the management program and ready to take the next step.

PRESENTATION, RE: U.S. EPA AWARD FOR MOST EFFECTIVE AND INNOVATIVE
RECLAMATION AND REUSE PROGRAM

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised Dennis Hart, Ed Cantwell, and Don Keith are here to accept the award.

Chairman Carlson advised the award is given through the U.S. EPA to Brevard County Water Resources Department for the most innovative and effective reclamation and reuse systems of 5 to 15 million gallons per day; and congratulated the Water Resources staff.

Water Resources Director Dick Martens advised the award is presented each year in different regions of the United States to acknowledge diverse and innovative reclaimed water systems; the Southeast Region 4 contains eight states; and although the two facilities entered the competition, the EPA decided to merge them. He stated the two systems provide water service to 2,240 residences, over 50 commercial properties, five golf courses, 12 roadway beautification projects, two citrus groves, one sod farm, and the Government Center/Marlins Sports Complex. He stated he is proud of the accomplishments and employees at the plants, and appreciates the efforts of the Board in allowing them to build quality facilities that enable them to get awards.

PRESENTATION, RE: CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FOR EXCELLENCE IN
FINANCIAL REPORTING

Clerk of the Circuit and County Courts Scott Ellis advised Brevard County has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association 19 years in a row; and the Finance Department prepares the CAFR, which is a report the County puts in the citizens handbook on County finance and how the budget works. He described previous budget reports, and noted the improvement to highly-readable budget documents due to good cooperation between County Finance and the Budget Office. Mr. Ellis advised the Accounting Section has also been awarded a Certificate of Achievement; introduced Mark Peterson, Fatuma Marjan, Michelle Ellis, Brad Pugh, Elvie Clendenning, Jackie Thompson, Juanita Davis, Chuck Hurley, and the new member of the Accounting Section Mr. Sweeney; and stated he appreciates their hard work.

Finance Director Stephen Burdett advised the Annual Financial Report and Budget Report serve to maintain the credit quality of Brevard County; it is hard to quantify how much it is, but it helps because the information is passed to investors who buy millions of dollars of bonds the County uses to finance its infrastructure; and they take great pride and devote a lot of time to present the financial information and work with Departments. He thanked the Board for its support.

Chairman Carlson expressed appreciation to Mr. Burdett, and congratulated the Accounting Section and Finance Department for a job well done.

RESOLUTION, RE: COMMENDING FLORIDA ELKS "FREE THROW" CHAMPION

Commissioner Colon read aloud a resolution commending Alisha "Hoopsey" Veta as the Elks National Hoop Shoot Free Throw Champion in the girls 10 to 11 year-old division.

Motion by Commissioner Colon, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to adopt Resolution commending Alisha "Hoopsey" Veta as the Elks National Hoop Shoot Free Throw Champion in the State of Florida, and for placing third after competing against finalists from Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, and Mississippi. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Commissioner Colon presented the Resolution to Alisha who was accompanied by her family.

RESOLUTION, RE: PROCLAIMING KEEP BREVARD BEAUTIFUL MONTH AND
TRASH BASH DAY

Commissioner Colon read aloud a resolution proclaiming April, 2001 as Keep Brevard Beautiful Month, and April 21, 2001 as Trash Bash Day.

Motion by Commissioner Colon, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to adopt Resolution proclaiming April, 2001 as Keep Brevard Beautiful Month, and April 21, 2001 as Trash Bash Day, and encouraging all citizens to participate in the efforts to preserve the beauty of Brevard County. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Commissioner Colon presented the Resolution to Larry Weber, who thanked the Board for its support, and described last year's events and results, noting District 2 won the Peli award and District 3 won the most improved award.

RESOLUTION, RE: OPPOSING EXPENDITURE OF PRESERVATION 2000 FUNDS FOR
EVERGLADES RESTORATION

EEL's Coordinator Ann Birch advised the State Senate passed its final budget on Friday; staff is trying to figure out where the $100 million is in that budget, which the Senate took from P-2000 for the Everglades; and the $100 million that was to come from the General Revenue Budget for the Everglades are now appropriated in other areas of the budget. She stated the House is passing its budget today; it does not have anything in the budget to re-appropriate P-2000 funds; the Conference Committee will be appointed today; and it will convene tomorrow or Thursday through Monday to come up with a final budget that will be presented to the Governor.

Chairman Carlson read aloud a resolution opposing expenditure of P-2000 funds for restoration of the Everglades. She stated the issue evolved while she was in Tallahassee; and it was unnerving to realize the Senate was interested in taking dollars out of an already encumbered trust fund that the people voted on in the 1990's and have supported throughout the Preservation Act, which is a ten-year program that is sunsetting this year and being replaced by Florida Forever. She stated the State is not sure, but estimates between $70 and $100 million were left in the Trust Fund; those dollars were already encumbered; the Senate, in passage of its bill, thought the dollars were not encumbered, but it has been found that they are; and now staff is hoping the House does not submit a bill that actually uses those dollars. She noted from what Ms. Birch said, it looks like the House has not passed a bill to use those dollars, so sending the resolution forward would help them understand the County's position and the strength of the community's support of environmentally-endangered lands, not only in Brevard County, but in the entire State.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to adopt Resolution opposing any legislation which jeopardizes the implementation of Florida Preservation 2000 Act or Florida Forever Act by reducing their funding allocations, authorizing sending copies to the Governor and other State officials, and authorizing the County lobbyists to oppose any efforts which would diminish funding for any of those programs. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

FINAL ENGINEERING APPROVAL, RE: CASA BELLA SUBDIVISION

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to grant final engineering approval for Casa Bella Subdivision, subject to minor engineering changes as applicable. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

RESOLUTION, RE: AMENDING FEES FOR CONTRACTOR LICENSING

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to adopt Resolution amending the schedule of fees for examination and licensing of journeymen, masters, and contractors. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

UNPAVED ROAD AGREEMENT WITH DUDLEY AND SUE GARDNER, RE: W. FLORIDA
AVENUE

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to execute Unpaved Road Agreement with Dudley and Sue Gardner for construction of a road in the existing County right-of-way of W. Florida Avenue. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT, RE: SPECIAL ACT AMENDING BOUNDARY OF CITY OF
SATELLITE BEACH

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to acknowledge receipt of a Special Act relating to Brevard County, amending the municipal boundaries of the City of Satellite Beach pursuant to Section 1.02 of its Charter, to incorporate seven acres immediately north of Hightower Beach Park. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

USE AGREEMENT WITH PINEDA PARTNERS, LLC, RE: LANDSCAPING WITHIN PINEDA
CAUSEWAY EXTENSION AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY IN GRAND HAVEN SUBDIVISION

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to execute Use Agreement with Pineda Partners, LLC, for installation and maintenance of landscaping and irrigation within Pineda Causeway Extension right-of-way and the rights-of-way of several internal streets in Grand Haven Subdivision. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

APPROVAL, RE: STANDARDIZED PURCHASING OF ROAD AND BRIDGE EQUIPMENT

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to approve standardized purchasing of listed Road and Bridge equipment, with the understanding that State Contract and/or GSA pricing will be sought first, and in the event that State Contract and/or GSA pricing is not available for the particular equipment, bids will be sought specific to the equipment with the intent of purchasing from the low qualified bidder; and authorize a renewal period in association with the equipment list and concept of standardized purchasing for five years. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

PERMISSION TO BID, AWARD BID, AND EXECUTE CONTRACTS, RE: FIRE STATION #65,
MELBOURNE BEACH, AND FIRE STATION #86, BAREFOOT BAY

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to grant permission to bid, award bids to the lowest qualified bidders for construction/renovation of Fire Station #65, Melbourne Beach, and Fire Station #86, Barefoot Bay, and authorize the Chairman to execute the Contracts with the successful contractors. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

EXTENSION OF CONTRACTS, RE: CONTINUING CONSULTANT ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR SURFACE WATER IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to execute Notices of Contract Extension with Camp, Dresser & McKee, Inc., Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc., Bussen-Mayer Engineering Group, Inc., Briel, Rhame, Poynter & Houser Architects, and Creech Engineers, Inc. to provide continuing consulting engineering services for Surface Water Improvement Projects for the period May 12, 2001 through May 12, 2002. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

AGREEMENT WITH HEARD CONSTRUCTION, AND APPROVAL OF BUDGET CHANGE
REQUEST, RE: MARTIN ANDERSEN SENIOR CENTER BUILDING 2

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to execute Agreement with Heard Construction establishing the guaranteed maximum price for construction of Martin Andersen Senior Center Building 2 replacement project; and approve Budget Change Requests for $97,510 required to complete the project. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

REALIGNMENT, RE: AFFORDABLE HOUSING COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to approve realignment of the Affordable Housing Council, reassigning John R. Saxton from at-large member to residential building industry representative, David Paterno from residential building industry representative to at-large member, George "Ed" Palmer from at-large member to provider of affordable housing, and Janet Lamont from provider of affordable housing to at-large member, with no change in their terms. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY HOUSING INITIATIVES, INC., RE: CONSTRUCTION OR
ACQUISITION AND REHABILITATION OF TRANSITIONAL GROUP HOME FOR THE
ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED CITIZENS

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to execute Agreement with Community Housing Initiatives, Inc. for construction or rehabilitation of a transitional group home for the Association for Retarded Citizens. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF SATELLITE BEACH, RE: SOUTH BREVARD PARKS AND
RECREATION REFERENDUM PLAZA BUILDING PROJECT

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to authorize execution of Agreement with the City of Satellite Beach, providing $500,000 from the South Brevard Parks and Recreation Referendum to complete renovation of the Plaza Building for recreational purposes. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

APPROVAL TO COMPLETE ACQUISITION PROCESS, RE: VALKARIA/GRANT FIRE
STATION SITE

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to authorize staff to initiate the acquisition process for 5.05 acres located on the north side of Valkaria Road, including but not limited to acquiring title search, survey, environmental audits, and geotechnical survey if necessary; and authorize staff to negotiate a purchase price not to exceed $110,000; and the County Manager to execute the necessary contracts. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

WAIVER OF BID REQUIREMENTS AND AWARD OF QUOTE #Q-3-01-34, RE: JOE LEE
SMITH BASKETBALL COURTS

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to waive bid requirements and award Quote #Q-3-01-34, Joe Lee Smith Basketball Courts, including a sidewalk, to ABC Landclearing at $36,800. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

MODIFY EXISTING SPECIAL SERVICES ARRANGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH
BELLSOUTH, RE: UPGRADE OF BREVARD COUNTY'S 911 SYSTEM

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to approve funding and installation of a new 911 customer premise equipment that meets FCC mandate for Phases I and II and NENA standards; authorize the Chairman to execute Special Service Arrangement Agreement with BellSouth that replaces the previous Agreement; employ a full-time database specialist to meet and provide the informational requirements to the new system; install back-up PSAB to meet emergency outage situations; increase revenue transfer for the municipalities to meet console furniture needs; and authorize the necessary administrative and budgetary actions. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS, RE: CITIZEN ADVISORY BOARDS

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to appoint Malcolm Mansfield to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, with term expiring December 31, 2001; and appoint Maria T. Apolinaris to the Brevard County Commission on the Status of Women replacing Aymee Canelas, with term expiring December 31, 2001. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

APPROVAL, RE: BILLS AND BUDGET CHANGES

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to approve bills and budget changes as submitted. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

PUBLIC HEARING, RE: ORDINANCE AMENDING CONTRACTOR LICENSING FOR
IRRIGATION AND PAINTING CONTRACTORS, RESOLUTION AMENDING CIVIL
PENALTIES, AND APPROVE POSITIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION

Chairman Carlson called for the public hearing to consider an ordinance amending the contractor licensing regulations to include irrigation and painting contractors, and a resolution amending civil penalties.

Permitting and Enforcement Director Billy Osborne advised changes occurred in the Florida Statutes and local requirements; and the ordinance consists of language changes, addition of one position to the Contractor Licensing Board as required by Florida Statutes, and two additional trades, painting and irrigation contractors. He stated approximately one year ago the Space Coast Chapter of Painting and Decorating Contractors of America came before the Contractors Licensing Board requesting the Board conduct a survey to determine if the trade should be licensed and certified; approximately 2,500 surveys were mailed out to home repairers and painters who held current occupational licenses in Brevard County; and the survey returned indicated 76% approval for certification. He stated the Contractor Licensing Officer was also researching the possibility of licensing irrigation contractors due to numerous complaints received in the past; those trades were presented to the Contractor Licensing Board, Building and Construction Advisory Board, Local Planning Agency, and Homebuilders; and everyone approved certification of those trades. Mr. Osborne requested approval of two positions to handle the additional work that will be generated as a result of this action; and noted it is anticipated that the action will generate approximately $124,000 annually.

Commissioner O'Brien inquired if it will pay for itself; with Mr. Osborne responding the first year they should see additional revenue; and in two years they hope to have the contractor licensing operation become self-supporting. He stated the $124,000 should fund the two positions. Commissioner O'Brien inquired if there will be a tax increase or cost to the General Fund; with Mr. Osborne responding no.

John Harrison, John Veilleux, and Mickey Collins, representing the Painting and Decorating Contractors Association, all spoke in favor of the ordinance that would certify their trade and add professionalism so that consumers will know they will get someone who is capable in the trade, and contractors will understand workers compensation, contracts, insurance, taxes, social security, etc., and meet minimum standards, learn how to run a business and how to bid, and have awareness of environmental concerns.

There being no further comments or objections heard, motion was made by Commissioner O'Brien, seconded by Commissioner Scarborough, to adopt an Ordinance specifically amending Chapter 22, Article VI, Divisions 1 through 4, Code of Ordinances of Brevard County, Florida, specifically amending Section 22-477, Definitions, eliminating definition and scope of work of the trade aluminum specialty contractor; amending the definition of general contractor; adding definition and scope of work of new trades, irrigation contractor and painting contractor, and providing for grandfathering, eliminating grandfathering for marine contractor I and II, eliminating painting, pile driving and bulkhead of specialty contractors, adding definition and scope of work of specialty structure contractor, formerly known as aluminum specialty contractor consistent with State of Florida Administrative Code, Section 61G4-15.015, redefining the scope of work for swimming pool/spa contractor and swimming pool/spa service contractor; specifically amending Section 22-501, Creation, Composition of the Board, adding an additional Board member for a total of 13, eliminating one Board member with fire safety standards expertise and adding two Board members who are not and have never been engaged in the construction business; specifically amending Section 22-503, Secretary, changing the title of code enforcement investigator to code enforcement inspector; specifically amending Section 22-504, Meetings; records, changing the Department name from Code Compliance to Permitting and Enforcement; specifically amending Section 22-522, Application Requirements; fee, adding application requirement that convicted felons must have their civil rights restored prior to making application; specifically amending Section 22-523, Examinations, allowing journeyman to take oral exam; specifically amending Section 22-529, Classes of Certificates of Competency, eliminating aluminum specialty contractor, adding irrigation contractor, painting contractor and specialty structure contractor, and "including gas" to master plumber title; specifically amending Section 22-530, Inactive and Delinquent Status, adding requirement that certificates of competency held in a delinquent status in excess of four years must satisfy all relevant conditions for certification; specifically amending Section 22-534, Prohibitive Activities, granting authority for issuance of citations; specifically amending Section 22-535, Disciplinary Proceedings, providing for service by publication, changing title of investigator to inspector; specifically amending Section 22-536, Schedule of Civil Penalties, increasing various fines and reflecting citation authority as provided in an attached and incorporated resolution, providing such shall be applicable to any certified contractor; providing for severability; providing for codification and renumber; providing for conflicting provisions; providing for area encompassed; and providing for effective date; adopt Resolution amending civil penalties; and approve two positions and necessary administrative and budgetary actions to implement the Ordinance. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Chairman Carlson inquired how will staff make sure that no permit is required; with Onnie Massey responding a permit is not required for painting; and staff will put flyers in libraries and malls and advertise in a newspaper. County Manager Tom Jenkins advised they can also use SCGTV.

PUBLIC HEARING, RE: ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5, ALARM SYSTEMS

Chairman Carlson called for the public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Chapter 5, Section 5.7, regarding the appeal procedure for disconnection or deactivation of alarm systems and assessed fees for alarm malfunctions or false alarms.

Assistant County Manager Stockton Whitten advised the Code requires staff to come to the Board for a designation of a hearing officer for appeal of false alarms; that adds about two or three weeks to the appeal process; and the proposed ordinance provides for the County Manager or designee to serve as the hearing officer for false alarm appeals.

Commissioner Higgs stated she does not read the ordinance the same way the staff does; what is authorized in the ordinance is for the Board to designate a hearing officer and that person hears multiple appeals; the Board could designate Mr. Jenkins or Mr. Whitten to be the hearing officer; and they could proceed from there. She stated the difference here is that Mr. Jenkins will designate the hearing officer; but the Board can say who the designated hearing officer is.

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised the only difference is it allows flexibility; for example, if Mr. Whitten designates a person and that person is not available, he can designate someone else. Commissioner Higgs stated theoretically the Board could designate two hearing officers.

Commissioner O'Brien advised page 5, says $25 for administrative fee for the sixth false alarm, and $100 fine; and inquired if the total fine is $125; with Mr. Jenkins responding the fee schedule was not changed.

Commissioner Scarborough stated since it was not advertised, the Board cannot change it. Chairman Carlson stated that question can be asked after a motion is made on the item; with Commissioner O'Brien responding he can also ask the question now. Chairman Carlson stated the Board does not have the authority to change it now because it was not advertised that way. Mr. Jenkins advised the Assistant County Attorney should answer that question. Assistant County Attorney Shannon Wilson advised she did not read the ordinance for that purpose, but would be glad to read it. Commissioner O'Brien requested a report be given to all Commissioners, and that Mr. Whitten keep the Board apprised of that. Commissioner Scarborough stated the County Manager getting someone to hear appeals as opposed to the Board having to do that does add flexibility and ease.

There being no further comments or objections heard, motion was made by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to adopt an Ordinance of Brevard County, Florida, amending Chapter 5, Alarm Systems, Code of Ordinances of Brevard County, Florida; specifically amending Section 5.7 regarding the procedure for appeals; providing severability; and providing an effective date. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

PUBLIC HEARING, RE: ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON
ADDITIONAL BUILDING HEIGHT REQUESTS

Chairman Carlson called for the public hearing to consider an ordinance establishing a 90-day temporary moratorium on additional building height requests for conditional use permits.

There being no comments or objections heard, motion was made by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to adopt an Ordinance establishing a ninety (90) day temporary moratorium on the consideration of conditional use permits for additional building height in the unincorporated area of Brevard County; prohibiting the acceptance of applications for, consideration of, or approval of applications for additional building height; setting forth the purpose of the temporary moratorium; setting forth the extent of the temporary moratorium; setting forth the effect of the temporary moratorium; providing for extensions and expiration of the temporary moratorium; providing for conflicting provisions; providing for severability; providing for area encompassed; and providing for an effective date. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

PUBLIC HEARING, RE: ORDINANCE ADOPTING 2000B COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT, AND AUTHORIZE ADMINISTRATIVE REZONINGS

Chairman Carlson called for the public hearing to consider an ordinance adopting the 2000B Comprehensive Plan Amendment, and to authorize administrative rezoning of properties affected by the amendments.

Commissioner O'Brien inquired if this is a quasi-judicial proceeding, as Mr. Pickles and he had a conversation about the item; with Assistant County Attorney Shannon Wilson responding Mr. Knox would have to respond to that.

Attorney Tim Pickles, advised he is representing Items 2000B.3 and 2000B.6 of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment package; he represented a similar situation on behalf of George McCloud, which is the reduction of urban designation on the Land Use Map to residential, basically eliminating the 30 units per acre designation; and today he represents Mike DeCristopher, who has the property just to the south of Mr. McCloud's property and adjacent to Clifford Ray's property. He stated the Board granted a directive in November specifically excluding four properties from the urban reduction of 30 to 15 units per acre; and requested Mr. DeCristopher's property be the fifth excluded from the reduction. He stated he owns .6 acre adjacent to Mr. Ray; the potential build-out as it stands would be about 17 units; the reduction would bring it down to about nine units; and Mr. DeCristopher stands to lose a substantial amount of money if the Board reduces his density ability. Mr. Pickles advised it would not be a hotel or major condominium project; Mr. DeCristopher would have to deal with height restrictions, parking, etc. for any development that would come forward; the amendments eliminate the remaining 200 or so acres that currently have the urban designation; and his client would only add .6 acre to the acreage that was excluded. He stated he does not know the exact total that would include Mr. McCloud's and Mr. Ray's properties, but would guess it would be about three or four acres. Planner III Todd Corwin advised it would be between five and ten acres. Mr. Pickles stated it would add .6 acre; and requested the Board grant Mr. DeCristopher the same courtesy it granted to the other four property owners. He stated the Planning and Zoning Board unanimously agreed with their position and recommended the Board of County Commissioners approve it. He stated at the same time there will be administrative rezonings of all those properties; and requested the same .6 acre be eliminated from that.

Commissioner Higgs stated staff included in the information the request that came from the Local Planning Agency; and unless there are objections, she will move that the package be adopted as presented by staff and to proceed with the administrative rezonings.

There being no further comments or objections heard, motion was made by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to adopt an Ordinance amending Article III, Chapter 62, of the Code of Ordinances of Brevard County; entitled "The Comprehensive Plan," setting forth Plan Amendment 2000B; amending Section 62-501 entitled Contents of the Plan; specifically amending Section 62-501, Part IX, entitled The Transportation Element; specifically amending Section 62-501, Part XI, entitled The Future Land Use Element; specifically amending Section 62-501, Part XVI(E), entitled The Future Land Use Appendix; specifically amending Section 62-501, Part XIV, entitled The Glossary; and provisions which require amendment to maintain internal consistency with these amendments; providing legal status; providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date; and adopt the administrative rezonings associated with the Comprehensive Plan Amendment, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

PUBLIC HEARING, RE: REQUEST FROM DANIEL M. BELLUCCI FOR VARIANCE TO
BREVARD COUNTY COASTAL SETBACK LINE

Chairman Carlson called for the public hearing to consider a request from Daniel M. Bellucci for a variance to the Brevard County Coastal Setback Line.

Daniel Bellucci requested variance of five to ten feet to build an indoor swimming pool inside an existing garage; stated it will not invade the 40% breezeway of the oceanfront home; and all other standards have been met.

Commissioner Higgs advised the request is consistent with others where there are no additional development; it is within the existing building; and she could recommend approval if the applicant would be willing to agree that there will be no request for armoring or hardening of the shoreline and to maintain the existing native dune vegetation; with Mr. Bellucci responding absolutely.

There being no further comments or objections heard, motion was made by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to grant a 15-foot variance from the Brevard County Coastal Setback Line for Daniel M. Bellucci to construct an indoor swimming pool on his property, subject to Mr. Bellucci not requesting hardening or armoring of the shoreline and maintaining the existing native dune vegetation. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

The meeting recessed at 10:17 a.m., and reconvened at 10:32 a.m.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE - DIANE TINGLEY DAVIS, RE: EXPANSION OF FARMERS
MARKET DEFINITION IN THE ZONING CODE

Diane Tingley Davis advised they purchased about 150 acres in District 1 zoned RR-1, which does not suit their needs; they applied for rezoning to AU and their application will be heard in July, 2001 by the Planning and Zoning Board; and they requested AU because they are active in equestrian activities and provide manger scenes for many churches. She stated they enjoy their animals, take them to Alzheimer's Centers, let preschoolers come and look at the animals at no charge, and are active in 4-H. She stated they travel to the west side of the State to go to small animal livestock auctions where they sell rabbits, chickens, pigs, sheep, and sometimes goats; and they would like to have some type of animal auction on about 25 acres of their property, which totals about 180 acres. She stated the property is surrounded by IU zoning; and it is across the railroad tracks from any housing. Ms. Davis advised she was told by Mr. Enos that the CUP for farmers market is for produce only; but the 4-H members, farmers, and people in Canaveral Groves who have acreage to allow animals should have the ability to sell their animals. She stated she spoke with the Department of Agriculture, and was encouraged to proceed with an animal auction facility, as there is no such outlet on the East Coast; they told her they would send an inspector to every auction; and requested the definition of farmers market include livestock and small animals, but not dogs or cats. She stated staff recommended a new category; however, that would be complicated with numerous rules, but a farmers market should include more than produce. She advised they were told to apply for industrial zoning to allow the auctions, but she did not feel that was right and is asking that the farmers market definition be expanded to allow sale of small animals and livestock.

Commissioner O'Brien stated he likes the idea of amending the Ordinance to allow the sale of small animals, excluding pets such as dogs and cats; people should have a place to auction their livestock; however, his concerns include a definition for temporary structures, as sometimes they are up for four years and look terrible; so the length of time a temporary structure can be up should be clarified. He stated another concern is parking on the rights-of-way; it may not be a problem for Ms. Davis, but the ordinance applies Countywide; and that may be a problem elsewhere. He stated people do not want to drive down a road that is clogged because of a farmers market; and if there is a rule prohibiting parking on rights-of-way with a fine, it should be enforceable.

Commissioner Scarborough stated he assumes livestock includes pigs and cows; with Ms. Davis responding they are leaning towards small animals, maybe calves and not cows, but do not want to rule out cows. She stated they do not want to be limited to rabbits or small animals and would like to work with staff on the wording and leave open an option to sell cows. Commissioner Scarborough stated there is a great deal of latitude where they can put farmers markets now; there is a level of intensity that will be brought in with livestock that does not currently exist; and livestock will require special handling and special facilities. He stated the Board needs to be careful about letting every potential site for a farmers market automatically becoming a site for livestock; so staff needs to pursue the concept further if cattle, horses, and pigs are considered, as it could impact the community. He stated people will need special equipment to get in and out of the auction; and there could be smells incidental to the activity. Commissioner O'Brien advised the memo from Rick Enos says, "Commissioners may also wish to take this opportunity to eliminate the CUP for farmers market and replace it with permitted use with conditions"; so each request would come before the Board; and depending on the location, the Board could approve or deny the request. Commissioner Scarborough advised of incidents where AU became incompatible with higher density areas; and stated the Board needs to be careful what it creates and where it creates it.

Motion by Commissioner O'Brien, seconded by Commissioner Colon, to direct staff to work with Ms. Davis and provide concepts to the Board on how the definition of farmers market can be expanded, including replacing the CUP with permitted use with conditions, listing the types of animals that would be allowed for sale, and providing time limits on how long animals can be penned on the property.

Commissioner Colon stated it is really exciting to bring animal auctions to the County; she definitely supports it; but the Board needs to be careful not to open Pandora's box.

Chairman Carlson called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

REQUEST FOR REDUCTION OF FINE AND RELEASE OF LIEN, RE: GARY COPPOLA,
SEBASTIAN BEACH INN

Commissioner Higgs advised she talked to Attorney Torpy this morning; there are concerns about other violations; and they want to table this item to work on the issues. She requested a staff report on options to consider global application of reducing Code Enforcement liens, as there are large fines out there; and it may be in the Board's interest to set a policy to bring those properties into compliance or an amnesty situation so they can be handled administratively. She stated this lien is for $60,000; the Special Master recommended reduction to $30,000; and if the Board is going to do that for this applicant, it should have a standard policy. She suggested Mr. Coppola's item be brought back at the next meeting, and staff bring back a report on ways to handle excessive fines and bring those properties into compliance.

Commissioner O'Brien stated it would be inappropriate to waive all fines for people who have Code violations. Commissioner Higgs stated the Special Master recommended cutting it in half; and she is not interested in going below that. Commissioner O'Brien stated he could agree with reduction of a certain percentage, but this item has gone on for six years; and other taxpayers should not have to pay the cost this item incurred. Commissioner Higgs stated if the large fines can be cleared up, the County could get some revenue and positive things; and incentives should be looked at to get those properties in compliance.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to table the request for reduction of fine and release of lien for Gary Coppola, Sebastian Beach Inn, until April 17, 2001; and direct staff to investigate how to encourage large fine holders to bring properties into compliance through a standard method, and return to the Board with a report.

County Manager Tom Jenkins requested 30 days for the report to come back.

Chairman Carlson inquired if the Board is going to look at criteria, would it want this item to abide by that criteria; with Commissioner Higgs responding when she talked to Mr. Torpy, she agreed to table the item to the next meeting, so she would hate to go against her word. Chairman Carlson stated if the criteria is developed, the Board could table this item again.

Chairman Carlson called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

APPROVAL OF FUNDING, RE: CASH FLOW AND INVESTMENT ANALYSIS BY
FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Commissioner Higgs advised the cash that comes in is invested by the Clerk; it has been a long time since it has been analyzed; the Board has a new Financial Advisor; and requested the Board allow the Financial Advisor to look at how the cash and investments are being managed to maximize return on those monies.

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised cash management is not just looking at how the Finance Department does it, but how Departments handle their cash and communicate that to Finance and whether there are things that could be done to improve that.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien, to approve funding not to exceed $16,000 from the General Fund Contingency for the County's Financial Advisor to undertake a cash flow and investment analysis of the Board's funds; and direct the County Manager or his designee and Finance Director or his designee to negotiate and execute the final scope of services contract. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

APPROVAL OF FUNDING, RE: CLERK OF THE COURTS EXPENDITURES FOR
IMPLEMENTATION OF NEW COURT SOFTWARE

Chairman Carlson advised the Clerk is requesting additional funding for staff overtime and additional expenses incurred in implementing the new court software; and inquired if Mr. Ellis wants to make any comments.

Commissioner Scarborough stated it would be helpful if Mr. Ellis would go into some detail, as everybody has read and heard about the problems. He stated he talked with Mr. Ellis and got an update of what is under control and what still is a problem.

Clerk of the Circuit and County Courts Scott Ellis advised the two biggest problems they have left are the criminal reporting software and financial accounting package; Finance has been making estimates since November, 1999, on payments to the Cities, Sheriff, and Public Defender; and when the financial accounting package is complete, they will be able to run those jobs and get a true accounting of what is owed to those agencies and what is owed to the County. He stated they have been running the fee books, which is a daily accounting of where the money goes from each ticket or fine; there was a software problem when they ran it on December 13, 2000; and they had another software problem in January, 2001, so it is back in Utah being fixed. Mr. Ellis advised they can run about five days per day, so if they are 80 weeks behind, it will take 80 days to catch up. He stated the vendor came in from Utah last month, spent a week here, and was shown the performance problems; and they are trying to get that squared away. He stated there is a lot of mandatory criminal reporting the Clerk's Office has to do to the State; currently some of that is being done manually instead of automatically off the system; and that is where his Office is on the software issues, which are better, but still not right.

Chairman Carlson stated she has a lot of questions; unfortunately she did not meet with Mr. Ellis because she was in Tallahassee; so she feels uncomfortable approving additional funding for the Clerk's Office at this time. She stated some details were given by the Clerk's Office about disposition backlog, processing lockbox, and other things; but it would be irresponsible for the Board to allow additional funds for the Clerk's Office if it does not see a plan of attack. She stated Mr. Ellis advised the software issues are in certain areas, but after reading the information, she has a list of questions she would like to have answered. Mr. Ellis stated he would like to answer them, and can tell the Board the long and short of it. He stated the Board approved a budget last year for the Clerk's Office; within a few months, it appropriated an extra $480,000 to cover bills from the previous year; and this fiscal year his Office is running off the budget the Board approved before it approved the extra half a million dollars. He stated the previous Clerk not only had an extra half a million dollars, but also used most of the Internal Auditing funds for the court overtime costs; and there have been dramatic improvements this year. He stated last year they went through approximately $800,000 over budget for the courts; and this year it is about $250,000 above budget, which is a big improvement. Chairman Carlson inquired what guarantee can the Clerk provide that he is not going to come back and ask for more money; with Mr. Ellis responding he does not have any guarantees. Chairman Carlson stated when dealing with software development, there comes a time when a decision must be made that it is not working, and to pull out before wasting any more money; her problem is she does not understand Mr. Ellis' game plan; and she would like to understand it better if he could put it into a plan of attack on how he is going to fix the problems and make the system work, or if it is not fixable and not doable. She stated based on the information given to the Board by the Clerk's Office, there are a lot of problems; she does not know how Mr. Ellis is going to fix all of them; and inquired if he considered getting a consultant who is an expert in software integration to see if the system is really going to work.

Mr. Ellis advised it is not an integration problem; the problem has to do with the design; and that is where the performance issues come in. He stated the other problems are coding issues; and that is not being written by the Clerk's Office. He stated his Office is working with Tiburon to try and solve the problems; and he is putting two people on a test team who will travel to Utah before each part is sent to Brevard County. Chairman Carlson stated nothing in the Agenda Report says there have been major improvements in the system; and she would like to see a full plan, where they are in the plan, and what they hope will be the outcome. Mr. Ellis stated his Office has now reached the point of doing a day's worth of work in a day; and that is a major improvement compared to where it was a year ago, when they could not get through the day without overtime and a huge backlog. He inquired what exactly does Chairman Carlson want; with Chairman Carlson responding a plan of attack so the Board knows how much money it is going to send to the Clerk in the future to get out of the hole he is in. She stated she knows it is not Mr. Ellis' fault, but that is not the issue. Mr. Ellis inquired if Chairman Carlson wants a software plan; with Chairman Carlson responding no, the Clerk's plan to provide an operational system for the County and the Clerk's Office, whether that means getting different software, or whatever. She stated she wants to see something in writing that answers her questions about a plan of attack; and she is not talking about the software not working, but how Mr. Ellis intends to make sure the software works. Mr. Ellis advised he is dealing with the company that took over the previous company, which went bankrupt; therefore, there is no contractual obligation to the Clerk's Office for them to get it right. He stated when they come in for different fixes, they haggle over every single item and the price; and that is where they are at. He stated the money comes out of the capital side and basically out of the fee side. Chairman Carlson stated a system was installed; the company went bankrupt, leaving the Clerk with a problem; and inquired if the Clerk is getting some input from the company that took over; with Mr. Ellis responding affirmatively. Chairman Carlson stated she is looking for an analysis of whether the system is going to work or if the Board will continually be band-aiding it with overruns and trying to catch up; with Mr. Ellis responding there have been dramatic improvements over last year's operation. Chairman Carlson stated she does not have anything official that shows the improvements.

Commissioner Scarborough stated Mr. Ellis came by his office and briefed him about the system, so he feels comfortable. Chairman Carlson noted that is probably what they need to do.

Commissioner Colon stated she had the opportunity to share information with the Clerk, and was very impressed with a lot of the data he was able to give her and with all the hard work that was put into the system; but to be fair to the Chairman, who was not able to be enlightened, she would support tabling the item so the Chairman can get more feedback. She stated Mr. Ellis and his employees need to be credited with all the hard work they have put in to correct the tremendous problem he inherited in a short period of time; but because it is a major decision, she would support tabling the item and giving the Chairman an opportunity to get more information.

Motion by Commissioner Colon, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to table the request for funding Clerk of the Courts' expenditures for implementation of the new court software.

Commissioner O'Brien inquired if tabling will affect the Clerk's operation; with Mr. Ellis responding no, but if the Chairman has specific questions, she needs to send them to him. Chairman Carlson stated she will send the questions, and has a good start on them right now; and she would like to meet with Mr. Ellis and go over them.

Mr. Ellis stated the reason he brought the issue up now instead of in the final month is because he wants to come into the budget hearing with a correct budget; so he felt it was important to come in now for the budget adjustment. He stated one of the biggest budget problems is not so much the software but the 80 temporary and part-time employees who were not put in the budget last year but are on the payroll; so this year all employees will be assigned in the budget by where they work. He stated since they were not in the budget, the previous Clerk came in and got a half a million dollar appropriation to cover that when they should have been in the budget in May to reflect which were the County's costs and which were not. He noted that is the budget situation he inherited this year; but they are preparing a budget to bring to the Board, which will be an accurate reflection of where everybody in the Office works and where they should be charged. Chairman Carlson stated she does not have any questions about Mr. Ellis trying to do that because he said that before; she appreciates the job he has in front of him; but she wants him to give the Board some assurances, since it is the body that he has to come to for funding, that the system will provide what the County needs for the next five years. She stated if he feels comfortable with the way the system is going, the integration, the transitioning, and everything else, that is fine; but she fears the Board is going to be coming back to deal with this issue, and it is going to become a money pit. Mr. Ellis stated this request is for the operational cost for the remainder of the fiscal year, not a software cost; and if they go into software replacement, that will be well over a million dollars. Chairman Carlson stated one of her questions is whether the software that does not seem to be working will be replaced with new software; and requested she and Mr. Ellis get together to discuss the issues. Mr. Ellis stated it works much better than it did before.

Chairman Carlson inquired when is the item being tabled to; with Mr. Jenkins responding April 24, 2001. Chairman Carlson called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Chairman Carlson noted she and Mr. Ellis can sit down and have a discussion about the issues. Mr. Ellis stated his budget is due to the Board by May 1, 2001.

RESOLUTION, RE: DECLARING CONDITION 1 WATER SHORTAGE AND ESTABLISHING
VOLUNTARY WATER USE RESTRICTIONS

Ed Garland, representing the St. Johns River Water Management District, advised the District supports the resolution; the State is heading into a dry season right now; and putting water conservation into people's minds now will pay off this summer if the drought continues. He suggested adding a "whereas" that says the St. Johns River Water Management District has a mandatory conservation water rule that has been in effect since 1991 that prohibits outdoor watering from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., to get the point across that the time frame is not voluntary and has been mandatory for ten years.

Motion by Commissioner O'Brien, seconded by Commissioner Colon, to adopt Resolution declaring a Condition 1 water shortage and establishing voluntary water use restrictions, as amended, to add "Whereas, the St. Johns River Water Management District has a mandatory conservation water rule that has been in effect since 1991 and prohibits outdoor watering from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m."

Mr. Garland advised the District is doing a media blitz that includes ads on websites, newspaper inserts, and television commercials; and they have given videos about retrofitting toilets, sinks, etc. which have aired on television, to conserve water along with other outdoor water conservation tips. He stated they have a new water-wise xeriscape landscaping guide that is free to the public, and can be seen at http://sjr.state.fl.us.

Chairman Carlson called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

DISCUSSION, RE: LEADERSHIP FORUM/PREFERRED FUTURE STRATEGY

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised as part of its long-range strategic planning efforts, the Board has taken a number of steps to ensure Brevard County retains a desirable quality of life; and those actions include preserving and protecting natural resources, providing for the health and social needs of its citizens, sustaining a strong economy to financially support a quality lifestyle, and creating cooperative partnerships to achieve the desired outcomes. He stated the Board is also establishing a number of quality of life measurements to measure whether the quality of life in Brevard County is improving, staying the same, or degrading; it is in the process of receiving community input on what those measurements should be; and eventually a benchmark will be established to set goals for the community to reach for each quality of life factor being monitored. Mr. Jenkins advised in 1997, the Board participated in the Brevard 2005 Visioning process which resulted in 23 goals, many of which have been incorporated into the County's strategic planning, as well as quality of life measurements being developed currently; as part of its strategic planning efforts, the Board previously expressed an interest in supporting the establishment of a broad-based community leadership forum to provide community-wide leadership, establish community quality of life goals, monitor progress in achieving those goals, provide support, and facilitate the implementation of those goals. He stated as directed by the Board, Chairman Carlson, the EDC President, he, and United Way have studied the implementation of a leadership forum; and a number of other communities have been successful in using that approach to define what they want their community to be in the future, and to follow through with actions to accomplish those priorities. Mr. Jenkins advised the preferred future strategy has come out of the research data on how to proceed on the quality of life initiative; the preferred future strategy would consist of community leaders defining what kind of community they want Brevard to be in the future; and eventually an implementation plan would identify stakeholders to implement various goals of the plan, as well as benchmarks to measure the success of the implementation efforts. He stated a kickoff event for the leadership forum has been scheduled for April 25, 2001, to introduce this initiative to the community and to gather community support for a private/public partnership to develop Brevard County's preferred future. He noted to date, the EDC and United Way have expressed an interest and willingness to support this effort; and private and other governmental support and participation will be encouraged. Mr. Jenkins advised the Brevard Preferred Future will require an experienced consultant to facilitate the process; after the initial introductory leadership forum, a steering committee and possibly a nonprofit entity are anticipated to lead the project; Chairman Carlson, County staff, and EDC staff researched the availability of consultants with related experience; and Mack Holiday of Market Street Services has previously worked for the EDC and has considerable experience in facilitating community-based quality of life initiatives. He stated Chairman Carlson, Lynda Weatherman, he, and Lee Holt interviewed Mr. Holiday and invited him to participate in the initial leadership forum. He stated support of $20,000 from the Board has been requested as part of an overall $120,000 budget that would be generated through other governmental and private contributions; so staff is asking the Board to endorse proceeding with the initiative and indicate the Board is prepared to participate financially so it can be announced at the kickoff event.

Motion by Commissioner O'Brien, to endorse proceeding with the leadership forum and development of a preferred future strategy initiative as part of a public/private partnership; and to participate financially in the amount of $20,000.

Commissioner Scarborough advised his office sent out a list of quality of life measures to a list of people and compared it with the invitation list; he asked his staff to go through and see if there were other people he may want to include; and if this project is going to work, it needs to be all inclusive. He stated everybody has their own way of looking at problems; it is more than just economics and United Way, it has to be a Brevard County project; so he wants to ensure the County Manager gets those two lists. Commissioner Scarborough stated the scope of services needs to recognize those groups that have put considerable efforts into doing strategic planning already, such as the Brevard Cultural Alliance, the elderly group, juvenile group, etc.; throughout the community there has been a tremendous amount of discussion; and he does not want to pay someone to go back and reinvent the wheel. He stated sometimes A&E firms regurgitate or do not recognize what has been done and do not build on what is already there.

Commissioner Scarborough seconded the motion.

Commissioner Higgs stated she shares Commissioner Scarborough's concern that the list be beefed up for the invitees so it is more representative of the groups in the County.

Chairman Carlson advised she was at the EDC Executive Board Meeting where discussions were made on other folks who are hosting this initial meeting; some of the folks trying to get on board besides United Way and the County was Florida TODAY and the School Board; and the more big players they have that are committed, the more beneficial it will be. She noted if the Board commits $20,000 today, it will show its commitment. Commissioner Scarborough stated he has another 46 names; with Chairman Carlson responding that is fine; there will be invitations sent out and different ways of approaching it to try and get the attention of some folks they are asking to come to the event. Commissioner Scarborough stated if it is said to be an EDC event, some people would not understand why; economic development means bringing jobs into the community; so the Board needs to be careful that it is perceived as inclusive of whoever steps up to the roll. Chairman Carlson stated a lot of strategic planning is occurring, but they are occurring in isolation; they need to be collaboratively done; and the only way to do that is to work towards a comprehensive sustainable strategic plan that is also implementable. She stated by working through a steering committee, they can establish a group of leaders in the community that will help guide the process through the implementation stage; and that is often where everything fails and breaks down. She stated they may have a great plan, but nothing gets implemented because there is no guidance; and those leaders in the community paying attention to it is a real serious attempt by the community. Mr. Jenkins stated the Board deserves recognition for taking the initiative to try and organize this forum, recognizing that eventually it will become a community process; it takes someone to start it; and it is commendable that the Board is willing to start it.

Chairman Carlson advised the EDC is only one factor in the entire community; so often the Board complains that it does not have private sector support; EDC is the key to getting private sector support to the table; with them comes dollars; and those dollars help in the overall picture of quality of life issues.

Commissioner O'Brien stated in the process of developing a plan, it is also important to keep in mind that for every strategy they want to implement there may be a cost associated with it. He stated when the report comes back, he wants to see the cost for each idea so the Board can set priorities and determine if the cost is higher than what the goal is worth. Chairman Carlson stated the steering committee will assist in guiding the County, picking out key areas that are important to the community, and attacking those areas and not the whole pie. Commissioner O'Brien stated some of the things the steering committee may pick out as priorities will still have an associated cost to the taxpayers; and the Board needs to determine the cost value ratio of the priorities. Mr. Jenkins stated that is a process the Board will go through, and not just the steering committee; it is a community consensus of wide-range diverse input; so each priority would be identified, go through a thorough analysis, and the outcomes evaluated in terms of cost. Mr. Jenkins stated the Board will have to find a way to fund it whether it is County, State, federal, or private money; and that all has to be addressed. Chairman Carlson stated the key is not to look at this as the County being stuck with the bill because that is not the intent; the intent is to look at what everyone wants and translate that into what is the County's portion, cost, and contribution.

Chairman Carlson called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Chairman Carlson stated this is also very timely, given they have embarked on a regional planning process with the Chamber and Regional Planning Council; so it will be good to have the County's ducks in a row before they apply whatever regional philosophy they may have in the study.

Clarence Rowe stated he does not know if what he has to say will have an impact because the Board has already voted on the issue; but he has concerns in reference to this item; and requested the Board seriously consider an audit because it is talking about more than half a million dollars to the organization. He stated he has come before the Board in the past about benefiting the overall community, especially those low, low income areas, and about transportation, job opportunities, upward mobility, education, etc.; he gave the Board information in reference to the 1990 Census and the recent 2000 Census; and he is not sure what the final analysis is, but he does not think it is getting better and is probably getting worst. He stated all day he has heard about consultants and auditing money trails; the organization needs to be accountable for the expenditure, especially of public dollars; and he does not know if anyone is taking his comments seriously when he mentions job opportunities are not reaching into those communities where they are needed, such as Tracts 626 and 627 and in each Commission District that reflect the unemployment rate of very low income area pockets in different census tracts. He stated the Board needs to look at that and give accountability and have a finished product of what it is getting for its buck; there is a lot to be desired in giving out a little more than half a million dollars and nothing to show for it; and he hopes the Commissioners will take his thoughts into consideration and that something is done for some kind of audit trail and not a rubber stamp year after year with no degree of sensitivity in reference to other people who are concerned. Mr. Rowe stated other people are profiteering through business and real estate directly and indirectly by what is being done, but people in desperate need such as first-time home buyers, low-income wage earners, etc. are not moving at all; he is talking about the low, low income areas within all the census tracts; and requested the Board reconsider its motion and add something in there to ensure that some kind of audit system is included and the public is aware what is being done with their dollars in reference to this program. He stated he has serious concerns about the program and what it is doing and not reaching those very low, low income tracks for employment and transportation; they have not done anything; and he challenges the Board to do something with it.

Commissioner O'Brien advised, page 9 of the Brevard Tomorrow proposal says, "designing a specific countywide implementation plan. This includes developing an in-depth economic and demographic profile, including comparison with three to four benchmark communities, a community capacity assessment, a community input process, a preferred future strategic plan, and an implementation plan with benchmarks." He stated the Board is discussing making the plan; and Mr. Rowe could be included in the input process. He stated page 11 includes Tasks; Task 1, Economic Analysis, states, "Our review will include such traditional economic indicators as unemployment rates, average earnings per job, employment by sector, percent change in per capita personal income, job growth, in addition to others. We will also research the trade sector, that portion of the economy that competes in markets beyond the community." He stated moving forward with the project will start looking at what Mr. Rowe is talking about today and many times before; he will be part of the process and will be heard; and he will be included in the decision-making process as the project moves along.

Mr. Rowe stated the bottom line is to have an audit to show what is being done and the results of those actions; and inquired if the committee is formulated, what is it going to cost, how much is the County going to have to offer back into it, and what are the results. He stated the bottom line is an audit to account for the taxpayers' funds.

Mr. Jenkins stated the item the Board just voted on is not an EDC project; it is a project that the Board is instigating; the EDC may be one of numerous participants in the process; and Mr. Rowe is specifically referring to the EDC of Florida's Space Coast in terms of needing an audit. He stated the other issue is that Don Lusk, Assistant County Manager for Community Services, has formed a task force involving all agencies and types of organizations involved in issues Mr. Rowe has been bringing to the Board for the last several months; and they are working specifically to address those problems he has identified in certain targeted pockets, such as transportation, upward mobility, first time home buyers, and helping people without skills to get their first job. He stated all those issues are being looked at through a task force involving all the different agencies; and Mr. Rowe is invited to join them and participate to whatever degree his time will allow because they would welcome his input.

Mr. Rowe stated he would appreciate that opportunity; but regardless of who is doing the program, he would like to have an audit in reference to what they are doing, what they are spending, and what it will cost to do or implement those programs. He stated if the County is going to do something with any degree of sensitivity and sincerity, it is important to know what it is going to cost; and he does not care who the players are, everybody has to be accountable for the expenditures of those programs. He stated he would like to account for his tax dollars and all the rest of the tax dollars.

Chairman Carlson stated accountability is a priority; the process being set in place today will have more accountability and a steering committee of leaders who will make sure they are accountable for a strategy that they all decide on; and that is a crucial element in the process. Mr. Rowe inquired if that means an audit; with Chairman Carlson responding yes.

Commissioner Colon stated the task force Mr. Lusk has put together could give a report to the EDC so all the players are able to hear it first hand; and the Board cannot give direction to the EDC to take such task, but because the County is doing it, it can bring both parties together. She stated once they get all their figures, they can do a presentation to the EDC so they are able to hear the numbers and statistics first hand and see how real it is; what the Board just passed is a leadership forum; and EDC is just one of the players. She stated it is going to be very diverse, which is a positive move; and to put some things at ease, she would like Mr. Rowe to allow her to bring the parties together. Commissioner Colon advised she has offered to do that before, but Mr. Rowe said he wanted to get information together first; however, he keeps coming to the Board requesting the information; so she would like for him to allow her office to have Lynda Weatherman, he and herself to bring forward and discuss things and have the numbers and information Mr. Rowe would like to have. She stated she hopes he will allow her to do that so the Board does not have to keep discussing the finances, Mr. Rowe can be put at ease, and she will bring the information to the Board. She stated she wants to go forward with the forum because it is moving in the right direction; and everyone has to be accountable, not only EDC, but anyone who gets dollars from Brevard County.

PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE PUBLIC HEARING, RE: NORTH BREVARD RECREATION
SPECIAL DISTRICT AND SOUTH BREVARD RECREATION SPECIAL DISTRICT
ORDINANCES

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner Scarborough, to grant permission to advertise public hearings to consider ordinances amending Ordinance No. 2000-53, creating the North Brevard Recreation Special District, and Ordinance No. 2000-55 creating the South Brevard Recreation Special District, to incorporate the changes recommended by bond counsel. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE - CLARENCE ROWE, RE: REDISTRICTING

Clarence Rowe, representing the Central Brevard Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), requested the Board hire a consultant to deal with redistricting; stated it is very important; it is only done once every ten years; and it will be money well spent. He stated the Florida Association of Counties offered to do it at a discount; and the Board should consider partnering with the School Board so one consultant can work with both Boards and align the districts so they are beneficial to the community and taxpayers. He requested to be appointed to the committee set forth in the Charter; stated he does not feel that committee has the expertise and knowledge to deal with the volume of information from the Census Bureau, the software, etc.; and he would appreciate the Board hiring a consultant to expedite the project, as it is dealing with a time crunch. He stated he does not know how long it will take to form the committee; and if the committee comes up with something and the Board is not satisfied with it and sends it back, he does not know how long it will take to get it back to the Board in such a way that it is pleased with it. He stated he does not know how long it would take to get a consultant on board if the Board decides to hire a consultant, and how long it will take to implement whatever gets back to the Board; but it may have ample time to get it back before December 30, 2001. Mr. Rowe reiterated his request that the Board hire a consultant and consider working with the School Board to do redistricting where the districts are basically the same. He stated he does not know if the School Board would accept that, but it would be a way to split the cost and work together to implement the project. He stated he does not know what the Board's time schedule is in reference to this matter, but it is critical, based on the time it will take to evaluate all the software and different information that will be coming forward in order to deal with it.

Commissioner Higgs stated the Board would be well served to proceed with an RFP to select a consultant to assist the committee that is going to be looking at the districts and alignment of those districts. She stated it will be an opportunity to have an objective insight into how the Commission Districts would be aligned.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded for discussion by Commissioner Colon, to direct staff to proceed with advertising a Request for Proposals as soon as possible for a consultant to be on board to assist with redistricting at the time the committee is formed.

Commissioner Colon advised redistricting is extremely important; there will be 15 people trying to decide the boundaries; and the Board needs someone to help them because the software cannot bring those 15 people to some kind of consensus, so it will be money well spent. She stated the Board cannot force the School Board to do it; it was discussed at the workshop; and the School Board is willing to look at it and determine if it wants to align the School Board Districts with the Commission Districts or align the Commission Districts with the School Board Districts. She stated the School Board is able to do what it feels is the right thing for the school system; and the Board of County Commissioners cannot force it to do anything. She stated it is important to have someone with expertise; and Mr. Jenkins was able to get some data on that.

Commissioner O'Brien advised Mel Scott and his staff are trained personnel; the County has the hardware; and to use a consultant because the County cannot educate 15 people does not make good sense because consultants are people who worked for counties and now work for consulting companies. He stated Brevard County has some of the smartest people on the East Coast of Florida; and it would be feasible for County staff to do it rather than spend money to hire a consultant. He inquired what would a consultant do that the County staff cannot do.

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised County staff has the capability to assist in this process; however, a consultant would bring a third party objectivity and an independence, otherwise staff could be subject to pressures.

Chairman Carlson inquired what is the offer from the Florida Association of Counties; with Mr. Jenkins responding, FAC has negotiated a rate with a consultant by the name of Kurt Spitzer who has been consulting on local government issues for about 25 to 30 years; and he is affiliated with FAC, which made the County aware he was skilled and ready to go at a discount rate. He noted he does not know what that rate is, but he has expertise in this field. Chairman Carlson stated going out with an RFP is fine, but if the County can save money by going with the FAC offer, it may want to consider that. Commissioner Higgs stated if the RFP reveals the FAC offer is the best deal, that is fine; and that would be part of her motion, to get information from FAC on its offer to provide a consultant with expertise in redistricting at a discount rate.

Commissioner O'Brien stated the School Board paid nothing and used its own attorney; so he cannot find a reason why the Board cannot use its own staff. Commissioner Scarborough stated what the School Board did came under a great deal of political scrutiny and has backfired on it; and he would not want the same thing to happen to the Commission. Commissioner O'Brien stated he has not heard anything about backfiring.

Chairman Carlson called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered; Commissioner O'Brien voted nay.

DISCUSSION, RE: BILLBOARD LEGISLATION

Chairman Carlson advised Barbara Jagrowski could not stay, but wanted to bring up the issue of billboard legislation; there was a directive about the billboard issue not too long ago; and requested the County Manager advise the Board of where it is and what it is aiming at.

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised it is a hot item that the Florida Association of Counties and the County's lobbying staff have closely monitored; it is maneuvering through the process, but he does not know exactly where it is today; however, he will remind them that the Board took a position on it.

Commissioner Scarborough stated a few weeks ago he had information from Scenic America; and rather than be ambivalent, the Board needs to say it supports the Scenic America's position to give Mr. Jenkins the ability to talk to Guy Spearman and say the Board has taken action.

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to support Scenic America's position on the billboard legislation; and authorize the County Manager to talk to Lobbyist Guy Spearman about the proposed legislation. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

REPORT, RE: PRESERVATION 2000

Chairman Carlson inquired if staff has something else on the Preservation 2000 issue.

EEL's Coordinator Ann Birch advised there will be a press conference next Tuesday hosted by The Nature Conservancy in Tallahassee; it is on the day they believe the Conference Committee will be deliberating on the P-2000 issue; and they invited any county commissioner in the State to attend the press conference, and wanted her to extend that invitation to the Board. She stated she will get the date, time and place to the Commissioners.

Commissioner Higgs stated any Commissioner who wants to go to Tallahassee has the authority to travel to lobby issues.

REPORT, RE: PROPOSED EXPENDITURES FOR FY 2001-02

Commissioner O'Brien advised the Board starts its hearings on the budget in July; there is a lack of detail within the budget which Commissioners may want to look at in trying to eliminate government waste within some of the budgets; so the Board should ask the Budget Office now to start looking at that. He stated the Brevard Cultural Alliance (BCA) had a study done last year; and inquired if BCA would be looking for half a million dollars, a million dollars, or four million dollars, he does not know; and how will that affect the County's budget for next year. He inquired if the Juvenile Assessment Center will be fully funded, and if not, what would it cost the County to fund its part of it. He stated EDC will be looking for more money next year; and the Board has to look at that number as well. He stated the 211 system will also have a big cost to the County; if two additional judges come in, that will be additional costs for office space, clerks, etc.; and staff should start projecting those numbers out now before it is too late. Commissioner O'Brien stated the Board discussed a new courthouse or addition to the present courthouse; and inquired what direct cost will that have on the budget. He stated 911 System is looking for a call-back methodology Countywide; fortunately 911 improvements are funded by the surcharge on everyone's phone bill; so everyone knows that money is well spent and not wasted. He stated the Board can be assured the Sheriff will come in and want to add 20 more deputies now that the Census is over and the population has grown; the Clerk wants $225,000 and is going to put 63 temporary or part-time employees in his budget; so the Board should get those preliminary numbers and start thinking about what its priorities will be before it gets a large budget book with tiny numbers and no details. Commissioner O'Brien requested the County Manager and Budget staff work up a list, not just those items he mentioned, because the Board has discussed the one-cent gas tax, one-cent sales tax, priorities, and what they would cost. He stated the Board may want to review those before the budget is put together and start saying what are the priorities and what it does not want in the budget because it knows what it can and cannot afford. He stated come July, 2001, the Board may be facing huge budget increases due to growth, but it will also be facing hard management times; the economy is slowing down, the market is in the garbage can, and if gas prices go up, all kinds of things are going to start happening to Brevard County unless it starts looking at that now, long before it could end up in a lot of trouble, as well as be forced to raise taxes to meet those things it has approved to go forward. He stated the Board does not want to be in that position; so it should start looking at it now to find out who will be coming to the Board for what kind of money; and inquired if the Board wants to discuss that.

Chairman Carlson recommended staff get a report together and itemize those issues so the Board can discuss them.

County Manager Tom Jenkins stated as that information becomes available, staff will provide it to the Board; it has a workshop scheduled in May to discuss the CIP and program expansions such as Visioning; but that is in addition to what Commissioner O'Brien is referring to.

Commissioner O'Brien stated BAC will come to the Board and say its study says arts are important to the community and they only get $100,000 a year and may want a million dollars next year. Chairman Carlson stated the Board is doing the preferred future project because it does not want to deal with them one at a time. Commissioner O'Brien stated that is exactly what he is trying to point out; but it is not just that, it is everything else.

Commissioner Scarborough stated staff puts together unfunded issues; so if a Department, EDC, or any group wants some money that has not been historically allocated, it will show up as unfunded. He inquired when does the Board normally get that type of data; with Mr. Jenkins responding in June. Commissioner Scarborough stated he does not want to restrict Department heads, and major unfunded items have to be fine tuned; but the Board should get a heads up in a memo if there is something strange in the Clerk's budget, something coming from Kay Burk and the arts, and other things and agencies outside of the County that may request funding before June when it will have so much data to digest. Mr. Jenkins stated staff will do its best to send a list to all Commissioners.

Commissioner O'Brien stated there may be children issues and other social issues as well that will start piling up; and the Board may need to sit down and start making priorities before the budget is even developed. He stated the Board could help the budget process before it gets too involved by telling staff what it wants.

Commissioner Higgs stated the Board can use its workshops which start in July to identify those things as opposed to going through each Department and looking at the big needs, priorities, and programs.

REPORT, RE: EXPRESSION OF APPRECIATION

Commissioner Colon advised she has been on the Board since November, and wants to thank each Commissioner for making her feel welcomed and for their professional and courteous attitudes. She thanked County staff, Don Lusk, Peggy Busacca, Stockton Whitten, Mel Scott, Stephen Peffer, and Mr. Jenkins, for being so helpful to her, and for making it a smooth transition. She stated everyone has asked her how it has been; and she responded how proud she is to sit with a professional Commission.

WARRANT LISTS

Upon motion and vote, the meeting adjourned at 11:53 a.m.

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SUSAN CARLSON, CHAIRMAN
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA

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SCOTT ELLIS, CLERK

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