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director of the Florida National Areas Inventory, to speak about the relationship of Padgett Branch to the larger regional picture. Jim Muller, Muller & Associates, Inc., through a PowerPoint presentation, presented an overview of how Padgett Branch fit in with the State's perspective. He defined Conservation Easements, and expounded on the pros and cons of fee simple and conservation easement acquisitions, noting that the latter remain in perpetuity. Mr. Muller explained that Florida Forever is involved in a variety of projects, and he revealed that the Board of Trustees currently has only $20 million left in uncommitted funds. He urged the Commissioners to let the Legislature know the importance of State funding for the program, and suggested that the Board consider sending another Resolution this year, letting the State know that the County wants them to increase the available funding or to extend the program and institute a successor program with additional funding. The Board spoke about the importance of land preservation, and thanked Mr. Muller for educating the public. Chairman Bowden reiterated that Padgett Branch and Triple S were essential parcels to the core project of Florida Forever. She proposed sending another Resolution to the Legislature to let them know that Florida Forever is a County priority, which requires additional State funding. ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Commissioner Flescher, the Board unanimously approved sending to the Legislative Delegation, a Resolution to increase the amount of funding made December 11, 2007 3