MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA

April 29, 1997

The Board of County Commissioners of Brevard County, Florida, met in regular session on April 29, 1997, at 9:02 a.m. in the Government Center Commission Room, Building C, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Melbourne, Florida. Present were: Chairman Randy O?Brien, Commissioners Truman Scarborough, Nancy Higgs, Mark Cook and Helen Voltz, County Manager Tom Jenkins, and County Attorney Scott Knox.

The Invocation was given by Chairman Randy O?Brien.

Commissioner Truman Scarborough led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to approve the Minutes of the December 3, 5, 10, and 17, 1996 Regular meetings, as submitted. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Chairman O?Brien read aloud a resolution honoring Charlotte Witt on her retirement.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to adopt Resolution commending Charlotte L. Witt, Secretary I, Public Works Department, for 18 years of outstanding public service. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Charlotte Witt expressed appreciation to the Board, the County Manager, and County Surveyor Beverly Sutphin.

State Attorney Norm Wolfinger presented a plaque expressing appreciation to Assistant County Manager Joan Madden for her outstanding public service to the citizens of Brevard County.

Beth Rossman, Director of Victim Services and Witness Management, expressed appreciation to Ms. Madden for her assistance to her office.

Assistant County Manager Joan Madden expressed appreciation to the State Attorney?s Office; and advised they have done premiere work in victim advocacy.

Chairman O?Brien read aloud a resolution proclaiming Tourism Awareness Day and Week.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to adopt Resolution proclaiming May 8, 1997 as Tourism Awareness Day and May 4 through 10, 1997 as Tourism Awareness Week. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Jim Lewis, representing the Tourist Development Council, expressed appreciation to the Board; and advised of upcoming TDC events.

Chairman O?Brien advised of the use of tourist taxes for beach renourishment.

RESOLUTION, RE: PROCLAIMING GOODWILL INDUSTRIES WEEK

Commissioner Cook read aloud a resolution proclaiming Goodwill Industries Week.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to adopt Resolution proclaiming May 4 through 10, 1997 as Goodwill Industries Week. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Rick Coleman, President of Goodwill Industries, expressed appreciation to the Board; and advised of the success of the new service delivery unit.

Commissioner Voltz advised the Manatee Protection Plan (MPP) and the Valkaria Airport issues are both scheduled on May 20, 1997; and suggested moving the Valkaria Airport issue to the next month. Commissioner Higgs objected to the rescheduling as May 20 has been a target date for some time; and the Manatee Protection Plan was just added to the Agenda.

Discussion ensued on length of meeting, time for notice if rescheduling is necessary, rescheduling the MPP on May 15, 1997, history of the Valkaria item, and whether the MPP has been noticed in the newsletter of the Citizens for Florida Waterways.

The Board postponed action to later in the meeting.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to execute Agreement with Harriet Badgett for impact fee financing for property located at 6770 Barcelona Avenue in West Canaveral Groves. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to grant final plat approval for The Oaks at Lake Front Subdivision, subject to minor changes if necessary and receipt of all documents required for recording. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to approve final payment to M.D. Utility Contractors in the amount of $43,051.51 for Port St. John-Surface Water Improvement Project C. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to grant permission to advertise public hearing for May 27, 1997 to consider an ordinance creating the Flora & Fauna Water Municipal Service Benefit Unit contingent upon 75% of the affected owners voting in favor of the proposed project. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to approve Change Order No. 3 to Agreement with P. W. Hearn, Inc. increasing contract price by $6,504.30 for construction of renovations and additions to the Merritt Island Public Library. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to execute Contracts with Raymond and Nancy Russell for Parcel #154 at $17,000; Luis and Milagros De Villiers for Parcel #184 at $18,750; Omar and Anneta Ollis for Parcel #175 at $55,000; and Martin and Robin Pautz for Parcel #862 at $1,850 beyond the appraised value for the purchase of right-of-way for the widening of Malabar Road. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to approve Change Order No. 1 with Messer Construction Corporation for W. W. James Restroom/Concession Building Contract extending time by 17 days. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to execute Amendment No. 1 to Lease No. 3959 amending the term of the Tri-Party Agreement with the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund of the State of Florida, and United States Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service for the management of Brevard Turtle Beaches. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

STATE AND LOCAL ASSISTANCE GRANT

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to execute Agreement with Florida Department of Community Affairs, Division of Emergency Management; and designate Robert S. Lay, Director of Emergency Management, as authorized agent for grant administration purposes to approve and execute subject Agreement, and receive initial State grant monies of $53,651, to be matched by the County. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to execute Agreements with Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc., Glace and Radcliffe, Inc. and HDR Engineering, Inc. for continued consulting engineering services. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to award bid and execute Contract with Laidlaw Environmental Services, Inc. at estimated annual cost of $83,731.50 for household hazardous waste collection, transportation, and disposal services. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to adopt Resolution on behalf of Tri-Wood Products, Inc. that (1) states Tri-Wood Products, Inc. is a qualified new business in Brevard County; (2) requests the Property Appraiser provide the Board with the necessary report; (3) requests the Economic Development Commission conduct an economic analysis and provide the Board with a recommendation of the company?s tax abatement application; and (4) authorizes publication of a public hearing notice to consider adoption of an exemption ordinance. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to grant permission to advertise a public hearing on May 28, 1997 to consider transfer of the current Cable by Choice, Ltd. non-exclusive cable television franchise to Time Warner Cable. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to execute Contract with the State of Florida, Department of Revenue, for child support enforcement service of process, from July 1, 1997 through June 30, 2000 in an amount not to exceed $238,320. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to accept the Revenue Monitoring Report for quarter ending March 31, 1997. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

RESOLUTION, RE: REQUESTING ASSISTANCE UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to adopt Resolution requesting assistance under the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) Waterways Assistance Program for Waterway Park Revetment Repair. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

COMMITTEE, RE: COURT REPORTING SERVICES

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to approve issuance of Request for Proposal (RFP) for court reporting services; and appoint a Selection Committee consisting of Special Assistant Chuck Maxwell, Judge Peter Haddad, Judge Charles M. Holcomb, Judge Preston J. Silvernail, and Deputy Court Administrator Susan Phillips. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to approve the Bills, as submitted. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Chairman O?Brien called for the public hearing to consider amendment to Merit System Policies II, Pay Plan, and VII, Hours of Work.

Karl Thompson, representing Spacecoast AFL-CIO, expressed concern about the comp time provisions.

Human Resources Director Frank Abbate advised the provision only deals with overtime exempt employees who were not entitled to compensatory time.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to approve option 2, to adopt policy amendments for compensatory time and flexible working schedules only.

Commissioner Higgs inquired if telecommuting is being excluded; with Commissioner Cook expressing concern about the potential liability to the County. Commissioner Higgs inquired about the potential liability of telecommuting; with County Attorney Scott Knox advising of potential Workers Compensation problems. Commissioner Higgs noted telecommuting is used successfully in the private sector, and the County should not exclude that.

Chairman O?Brien called for a vote on the motion to approve amendment to Merit System Policies for compensatory time and flexible working schedules only. Motion carried and ordered; Commissioner Higgs voted nay.

Chairman O?Brien called for the public hearing to consider a resolution vacating right-of-way in Indian River Groves and Gardens as petitioned by Spiegel Lease Corporation.

County Surveyor Beverly Sutphin advised the applicant has not forwarded the necessary document and is requesting the hearing be continued.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to continue the public hearing to consider resolution vacating right-of-way in Indian River Groves and Gardens as petitioned by Spiegel Lease Corporation to May 6, 1997. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Chairman O?Brien inquired if the neighbors were notified; with Environmental Permitting Supervisor Debbie Coles responding affirmatively. Ms. Coles advised the neighbor to the east requested some of the trees on the property line be maintained, and the masonry wall be moved west to allow the tree maintenance.

Clifford Pearson agreed to maintain the trees, work with the County, and design the masonry wall to accommodate the trees.

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to grant waiver of Landscaping Regulations Section 62-4335(5) to reduce the building setbacks from 40 feet to 20 feet on the east side of a 70-foot by 175-foot lot zoned BU-2, as requested by Clifford Pearson Design Group, with the stipulation the trees will not be cut down and the masonry wall will be built to accommodate the trees. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to waive bid and grant permission to purchase 12-yard Mack Dump Truck, approved under the Capital Outlay Budget for FY 1996-97, with appropriate identification of MSTU funds. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to adopt Resolution revising fee schedule for the Brevard County Health Department. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Deputy Chief William Farmer advised the proposed expansion would include the Public Safety Director, two members of Local 2969 IAFF, and a Board-appointed citizen at large.

Commissioner Cook inquired how staff came up with the numbers; with County Manager Tom Jenkins responding the IAFF members and the citizen at large were proposed by the Board. Commissioner Cook expressed desire to have more citizens at large; and suggested one appointment per Commissioner.

Commissioner Voltz inquired if this is on a temporary basis; with Mr. Jenkins explaining the Board can appoint to the EMS Planning Committee today, but changing the membership of the EMS Advisory Council requires an Ordinance amendment.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to approve expansion of the EMS Planning Committee roster to allow for appointment of five at-large members, one per Commissioner, two representatives of Local 2969 IAFF and the Public Safety Director.

Mr. Jenkins introduced Public Safety Director Jack Parker.

Discussion ensued on the size of the committee, need for public input, and inclusion of medical director or State EMS officer.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner Scarborough, to amend the motion to include the State EMS Officer who was part of the evaluation. Motion carried and ordered; Commissioner Voltz voted nay.

Chairman O?Brien called for a vote on the motion, as amended. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to approve the scope of work as follows: (1) identify the most efficient patient care oriented EMS System model and provide the parameters of the impact to the present County system; (2) provide cost estimates to the Board of County Commissioners for the system which the committee recommends; and (3) identify the fiscal impacts to Brevard County citizens, visitors to Brevard County, and users of the EMS system.

Commissioner Cook advised of the importance of a cost estimate.

Chairman O?Brien called for a vote on the motion to approve the scope of work. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

County Manager Tom Jenkins advised of staff?s interpretation of the Scenic Highway Ordinance, the County Attorney?s opinion on the Ordinance, and implementation of the new direction; and requested Board direction on how to proceed with those signs already permitted based on the prior interpretation of the regulations.

Commissioner Scarborough inquired about full disclosure; with County Attorney Scott Knox advising of one case where there was misrepresentation of location and the permit was revoked. Commissioner Scarborough inquired about buying the sites; with Jim Statlick advising he only has the value of the sign as shown on the application. Mr. Knox advised how the signs are valued based on income. Mr. Jenkins inquired about omission rather than misrepresentation on the three signs in question; with Mr. Statlick responding it was an omission. Commissioner Scarborough noted omitting a fundamental fact is fraud. Commissioner Cook suggested amortizing all non-conforming billboards.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Scarborough, to direct staff to prepare an amendment to the Sign Ordinance to provide for amortization of all non-conforming billboards.

Commissioner Voltz inquired about the number of non-conforming signs; with Mr. Statlick responding there are a considerable amount. Commissioner Voltz expressed support for billboards in some areas.

Mr. Knox inquired if the issue is non-conforming signs in scenic corridors only; with Commissioner Scarborough responding staff needs to report back so the Board can see the full nature of what is being undertaken. Commissioner Scarborough explained how individuals manipulate the regulations to place signs on SR 528; and stated if one person is allowed to take advantage, then everyone should be able to take advantage.

Discussion ensued on building a quality community and non-conforming billboards.

Chairman O?Brien read aloud from an article in the April 25, 1997 Orlando Sentinel concerning billboards. Commissioner Voltz advised of the importance of billboards to businesses and tourism development.

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

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to direct the County Attorney to investigate whether legal action can be taken to remove the three billboards on but not abutting SR 528 which had significant omissions on their applications for permit, at no cost to the community. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Planner Tom Myers advised of the number of Zoning Code amendments last year; and explained problems. He suggested implementation of a new system to consider revisions twice a year; and outlined the advantages of that process.

Discussion ensued on concerns about the twice-a-year system, bi-annual housecleaning, and inconvenience to staff versus public interest.

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to take no action to change the process to consider non-emergency Zoning Code revisions; and direct staff to bring bi-annual housecleaning issues to the Board, when needed. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

The meeting recessed at 10:15 a.m. and reconvened at 10:32 a.m.

Dr. Duane DeFreese, EEL Program Coordinator, distributed copies of the Annual Report of the Richard King Mellon Foundation; and outlined various activities of the Foundation. He stated the Foundation has been active within the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge acquiring properties; and this is the Foundation?s first donation within the Refuge.

Margaret Broussard spoke in support of the donation and partnership.

Leonard Spielvogel, representing the Richard King Mellon Foundation, explained the project has been a team effort; recognized Hartford Henry, owner of the South Beach Marina which will be donated; and advised of the efforts of Dr. DeFreese.

Commissioner Cook inquired about public access; with Mr. Spielvogel advising the only limitation is that the property will be used in perpetuity for active or passive conservation purposes.

Commissioner Voltz inquired about the Hubbs parcel; with Mr. Spielvogel explaining the contract provides Hubbs an option to pick up the marina and use it subject to the same requirements. Mr. Spielvogel advised if Hubbs does provide notification within a period of time, the marina goes to the County.

Norma Savell spoke about loss of taxes; and suggested the residents of District 3 pay the tax burden for the environmental properties. She spoke against the creation of an environmental education center.

Commissioner Higgs outlined the benefits of the donation to the County.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to accept land donation from the Richard King Mellon Foundation; and execute Donative Contract and Memorandum of Understanding with the Foundation.

Discussion ensued on no commitment of funds, generosity of the donation, and use of the land by the public.

Commissioner Cook inquired about language on page 3; with Dr. DeFreese advising the language is broad enough to cover any policies the Board may adopt at any time.

Commissioner Cook amended the motion to include addition of "nor interfere with public access" in 4.a.4. Commissioner Higgs accepted the amendment.

Dr. DeFreese explained the background and role of the Hubbs/Sea World Research Institute.

Chairman O?Brien read aloud portions of a letter from Florida Institute of Technology in support of the donation.

Chairman O?Brien called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Motion by Commissioner Higgs, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to direct staff to develop a resolution for the Board?s consideration at the next meeting expressing appreciation to the Richard King Mellon Foundation. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Chairman O?Brien explained the need for an ordinance implementing Florida Statute 386.212, prohibiting smoking near schools.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Higgs, to direct the County Attorney to draft an ordinance implementing administrative procedures of Florida Statute 386.212, prohibiting minors from smoking within 1,000 feet of schools.

Commissioner Cook requested staff determine if there has been any recent enactment of the Florida Legislature which may have an impact on the issue.

Commissioner Voltz explained why she cannot support the motion. Commissioner Cook advised the ordinance would only apply to minors. Chairman O?Brien explained why he supports the motion. Commissioner Scarborough expressed interest in the opinion of the School Board.

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

Chairman O?Brien advised the ordinance will be advertised for public hearing.

Bill Chapman, representing the Vietnam Veterans of America, explained the group is forming a chapter, and wishes to hold its meetings at Pineda Landing Park; and requested a fee waiver for a six-month period.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Voltz, to grant a six-month waiver of fees to Vietnam Veterans of America for the use of Pineda Landing Park.

Commissioner Higgs advised the Board recently donated a building to the Vietnam Veterans of Brevard; and inquired if Mr. Chapman has investigated using that facility. Mr. Chapman explained the two groups are separate, and there may be a conflict; and Pineda is easier to get to. Commissioner Cook suggested Mr. Chapman enter into discussions with the Vietnam Veterans of Brevard as well as other veterans? groups.

Chairman O?Brien called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Commissioner Scarborough advised of the financial impact to the County; and stated the sales have not been forthcoming. He outlined the history of the property; advised of advantages of the property; and stated sooner or later the property will have value. He questioned the benefit of giving a realtor a listing; and inquired if there is a mechanism to use people such as Greg Lugar, Lynda Weatherman, and Larry Nye to disseminate information on the Park.

Motion by Commissioner Scarborough, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to table consideration of Spaceport Commerce Park Authority?s recommendation of industrial broker to market the property for one month; and direct staff to request the Spaceport Commerce Park Authority consider a proposal to have people such as Economic Development Director Greg Lugar, EDC Executive Director Lynda Weatherman, and Larry Nye market the property, which leaves it open to all local realtors.

Commissioner Cook stated it has been listed, but nothing happened; and he was told the price is too high.

Chairman O?Brien suggested investigating how much it would cost to have a series of television ads.

Chairman O?Brien called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Martin Lamb expressed concern about the issue of partnership, and the harvesting of timber from environmentally endangered lands. He requested the County Attorney provide an opinion on the partnership issue. He noted he was told the St. Johns River Water Management District received $188,000 from timber; and if that is true, there is a serious problem.

Norma Savell spoke in opposition to the timber sale; and inquired about the amount of money to be made from the venture.

Discussion ensued on cutting down the forested area, bid process, getting additional information on other Georgia Pacific projects, adequate controls, and who will clean up underbrush.

Dr. Duane DeFreese, EEL Coordinator, advised this is a salvage timbering operation initiated due to a wild fire; and explained the process. He advised the timber company would thin the trees, and cleaning the underbrush would be part of the active management of the EEL Program. He noted the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has offered to assist. Commissioner Voltz inquired if the trees will come back; with Dr. DeFreese responding most of the severely burned trees are dead, and need to be taken down. Dr. DeFreese apologized for using the term "partnership"; and advised the term did not apply in this case. Commissioner Voltz requested that language be changed.

Commissioner Higgs inquired about permitting. Environmental Specialist Ann Burch advised of letters from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and others supporting the timber operation; and stated a permit from U.S. Fish and Wildlife is not needed. Commissioner Higgs inquired if other corporations could do the same operation, and what efforts have been made to find other vendors; with Ms. Burch advising of actions taken. Commissioner Higgs inquired if the issue is time sensitive or is there a reason not to solicit other bids. Ms. Burch advised staff went forward with sole source due to the emergency procedure created by the fire and the approaching nesting season; and Georgia Pacific was the first to say it could do the project. Commissioner Higgs inquired how long would it take to resolve the partnership issue; with Ms. Burch responding one to two weeks.

Commissioner Voltz inquired about the Valkaria Airport issue; with Commissioner Higgs explaining the issue, where clearing was done without a permit.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Scarborough, to table the Contract with Georgia Pacific for sale of timber within Valkaria Scrub properties until May 13, 1997; and direct staff to provide information on what the Corporation does with other projects like this, if the County will have control, will it destroy the scrub area, how will the company harvest the trees, companies which were contacted and their responses, and if it will have a negative impact on other species. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Agriculture and Extension Services Director Dan Schrader introduced Dr. Nayda Torres, Department Chair and Assistant Dean for Programs for Family Consumer Sciences and 4-H and Other Youth, and Dr. Fred Johnson, District Director of Extension District 3.

Dr. Torres explained the purpose of the Hammer Award; and advised it is being presented to the Nutritional Education Program for Seniors. She presented the award to the Board.

Extension Agent Janita Luddeke introduced Marjorie Ricard, President of the Brevard Association of Family and Community Educators, Vice President Rosetta Pease, and President Elect Nancy O?Hara. Mr. Schrader advised of the strength of the partnership between the County and the University of Florida.

Commissioner Voltz expressed appreciation to the Extension Service.

Chairman O?Brien stated the County spend $123,407 in less than six months on the Voluntary Workfare/Community Services Program; and inquired how many people were assisted. Housing and Human Services Director Bernice Jackson advised from October 1, 1996 through March 30, 1997, 577 households were assisted through Family and Children Services. Chairman O?Brien inquired what other agencies provide the same services; with Ms. Jackson responding there are Sharing Centers, the Salvation Army, Hands of Hope, and St. Vincent de Paul, and HRS has an emergency program which grew out of welfare reform. Chairman O?Brien inquired about other counties; with Ms. Jackson advising she will get the information. Chairman O?Brien advised he cannot see a reason to continue the County program if it is already being done at another level.

Discussion ensued on delaying the issue for one week, information on temporary assistance to families, unconstitutionality of residency requirement, how much the State will provide in the emergency fund, previous reduction in the fund, and redundancy.

Motion by Commissioner Cook, seconded by Commissioner Scarborough, to table consideration of Voluntary Workfare/Community Services Program to May 16, 1997. Motion carried and ordered unanimously.

Commissioner Voltz advised the Citizens for Florida Waterways has not sent out its brochure yet.

Discussion ensued on when to hear the Manatee Protection Plan and the Valkaria Airport issues, whether it is necessary to schedule them for night meetings, notice in The Loggerhead newsletter, amount of time necessary to hear the items, available meeting dates in May, and lack of emergency.

Motion by Commissioner Voltz, seconded by Commissioner Cook, to schedule the Manatee Protection Plan on May 20, 1997 and the Valkaria Airport item on July, 1997. Motion carried and ordered; Commissioners O?Brien, Cook, and Voltz voted aye; Commissioners Scarborough and Higgs voted nay.

Commissioner Higgs advised she will talk to the people in the Valkaria area about having the issue at a day meeting.

Upon motion and vote, the meeting adjourned at 11:56 a.m.

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ATTEST: RANDY O?BRIEN, CHAIRMAN

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA

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SANDY CRAWFORD, CLERK

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