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easier for product to get through. This has evolved into some very high priced product using some of the advantages originally granted for affordable housing. Director Boling explained that this has been discussed and there are a lot of options on this issue. (see also page 359 and 360) Discussion ensued. Andrew Boler , Executive Director with Indian River Habitat for Humanity, explained the reasons why they like small lot subdivisions because it is so clearly defined and speeds up the process for their organization. He strongly advocated keeping the 50’ x 100’ on the small lot subdivisions for affordable housing. Discussion continued during which Director Boling explained some options and advised that staff can come back to the Board with alternatives. The Board affirmed Chairman Ginn’s thought that #25 should go to visioning.. As to #33, Director Boling explained that we are now seeing some of the density credits which were given back in the 1980s along Indian River Boulevard. County Attorney Collins pointed out there may be situations where the densities are already low outside the USA and where it does no harm to give a density credit and save the money. The Density recommendations were affirmed including what County Attorney Collins just pointed out. Concerning Drainage, #40, Chairman Ginn liked stormwater ponds because sometimes swales do not work, particularly in a rain-flooding situation. Director Boling understood the intent was for future subdivisions to have a centralized stormwater system. Staff could look at it and the Commissioners affirmed the recommendation. On the next and last category, Concurrency, on page 357, Director Keating thought this was more complex and problematic because public safety services involve personnel. November 2, 2004 36