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asked if the Board could consider a special voting member for affordable housing input, because <br />of the need for someone with particular experience in the specific needs of affordable housing. <br />She felt this would be a proactive approach to community development and an inclusive process. <br />Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, asked what precipitated this delay in coming <br />about years later since this was mandated in 2000. Commissioner Wheeler informed him that <br />this was 2007 Legislation. <br />Ruth Meyers, Program Administrator for the Coalition of Attainable Homes, 1717 <br />Indian River Boulevard, encouraged the adoption of the State mandate to adopt the Committee. <br />She congratulated staff on moving this through quickly, and said the Coalition would be happy to <br />provide input. She encouraged the Board to give consideration to Ms. McKenzie's <br />recommendation. <br />Renee Renzi, Vero Beach, asked what would be the specific backgrounds of <br />Committee members. Director Keating informed her that each of the eleven members has to <br />represent a specific background or segment of the population. Attorney Collins outlined all the <br />specific backgrounds required by the State. Ms. Renzi inquired if staff had anyone lined -up to <br />represent affordable housing, as requested by Ms. McKenzie. <br />Spencer Simmons, Simmons Homes, wanted to make sure that by setting up the <br />Committee, we do not add to cost and regulations. <br />The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION and by a <br />unanimous vote, approved Resolution 2008-038 <br />establishing the Indian River County Affordable Housing <br />Advisory Committee and assigning Tasks to the <br />Committee. <br />March 18, 2008 <br />16 <br />