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paving of 98th Avenue down to 8th Street for the water and sewer main extension. He felt there can be a developer's agreement that any future developers who tie into that extension within a period of five years can reimburse his client and his client then can recoup some of that cost. Mr. Barkett understood the concerns of the Board, but this application is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. In defense of the comments made by Renee Renzi, he gave a brief scenario of the events between the developer and staff prior to the final product being presented to the Board. He pointing out that his client will not only be paying impact fees but will be paying their fair share for all the roads that are adjacent to the development. William Glynn, 1820 Barefoot Place, President of the Barrier Island Coalition Save Our Shores and the North Beach Civic Association claimed our county is systematically being destroyed by developers who buy land at a good price and want to build out to double their investment. He told the Board they have an opportunity to make a change today and he hoped they will listen. Brian Heady, Vero Beach, questioned whether the developers are paying their fair share when the taxpayers are burdened with the maintenance of roads, any additional expenses, the demand for greater salaries, and more schools with the increase in population. He urged the Board to do what the majority of the people want, protect their rights and protect this county from high density development. Robert Johnson, 535 39th Court SW, asked if the staff already approved this item; if this was the case, then he felt there was no need for public input. Director Keating stated they could not recommend a development for approval if the zoning was not acceptable. Dr. Richard Baker, 10305 130th Avenue, Fellsmere, encouraged the Board to immediately reexamine the Comprehensive Plan, at least in certain sections, if they believe that DECEMBER 16, 2003 12