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9. PUBLIC ITEMS <br />9.A. PUBLIC HEARINGS <br />9.A.I. BOARD CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE PURCHASE OF THE ".IONEVS <br />PIER"SITE UNDER THE COUNTYENVIRONMENTAL LANDS PROGRAM <br />(ADMINISTRATIVE) <br />PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE <br />OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD <br />Chief of Environmental Planning Roland DeBlois displayed an aerial map and <br />pictures to show the details of the property and homestead. He recapped the backup memorandum <br />of February 26, 2008 and told of its historical significance. He reviewed the details of the <br />proposals and provided estimates of available funds. <br />Chief DeBlois expressed that Mr. Jones was willing to sell the entire 16-'/2 acres, <br />with the understanding that he be allowed to live on the property for the duration of his life. After <br />that, the homestead would be conserved as a visitor's center and museum. He also told how the <br />piers would offer opportunities for boaters to dock, fish, and visit the property. <br />Four appraisals were obtained in 2006, and staff was concerned that they were over <br />one year old. Chief DeBlois acknowledged that Florida Communities Trust (FCT) had reviewed <br />the appraisals and approved a maximum approved purchase price of $8,130,000.00. He provided <br />cost estimates for managing and developing the property, and announced that the Land <br />Acquisition Advisory Committee (LAAO) had voted 10 to 7 to support the purchase for <br />conservation purposes. <br />20 <br />March 4, 2008 <br />