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concerned about east-west evacuation routes, minimizing traffic, and maintaining the quality of life. Vice Mayor White inquired about widening Old Dixie Highway; it was pointed out there is no right-of-way, there were numerous impediments, and it does not go all the way through the city limits. Discussion ensued regarding the planning that began 20 years ago to widen Indian River Boulevard and the suggestion that it could be a model project with extensive landscaping. County Administrator Baird expressed staff’s frustration that just when we get thrd rights-of-way purchased and begin designing a project, such as 27 or 43 Avenue, it is cancelled. These roads were in the plans but when reality comes closer, nobody wants it in their backyard. Commissioner Bowden was concerned about noise and heavy trucks on Indian River Boulevard and commented she was unaware of the plan while serving 8 years on the MPO. Mayor White specified he was opposed to the use of sound barrier walls to cut the noise. 6. FIRE STATIONS IRC NDIAN IVER OUNTY Emergency Services Director John King gave a PowerPoint presentation concerning the Fire/EMS station repairs, replacements and expansions. (Copy on file in the office of the Clerk to the Board.) He advised of damage to the stations by Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne in 2004. He noted that many of the damaged stations were built as single function or were basic metal buildings with limited life spans and not rated for major hurricane winds. He advised of the lack of backup power capabilities and the importance of proper facilities due to the need for emergency personnel to respond during and after emergencies. He presented a summary of funding for the planned repairs, replacements and expansions with a total of $11,464,159. He then reviewed the specifics for each of the following stations: Fire 1, Med 1, Fire/EMS Station 2, Fire Station 3, Fire/EMS November 14, 2005 4