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Under discussion, Commissioner Davis spoke in favor of the motion saying that he <br />has found the need particularly with departments at the State level. The lobbyist can step up when <br />the Commissioners need the additional help. He felt that working with staff is just as important as <br />working with the elected officials in Tallahassee and could also perhaps reduce the number of trips <br />to Tallahassee. <br />Chairman Neuberger favored hiring a lobbyist and inquired about issues that County <br />Administrator Baird had in mind to have a lobbyist address. <br />County Administrator Baird listed the following: SR-60, the beach renourishment <br />project, money for our parks, the multipurpose building, new boat ramps, and general issues where <br />he felt the State should assist such as juvenile justice. He felt a lobbyist could be very helpful and <br />they can tell us about matters coming up so we can be more pro-active. They would also be helpful <br />in getting land acquisition matches. <br />Commissioner Lowther supported the motion. <br />Commissioner Davis inquired about the FEMA reimbursement, and County <br />Administrator Baird advised that the reimbursement has been going well, and he was concerned <br />about the audits because just about every county that has been audited has had to return money. <br /> <br />The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION and the motion <br />carried unanimously. The Board approved authorizing <br />negotiations with a lobbyist firm to represent Indian River <br />County at the state and national levels. <br /> <br /> <br />The Chairman called a recess at 10:29 AM for closed captioning. <br /> <br />The Chairman called the meeting back to order at 10:40 a.m. with all members <br />present. <br />March 7, 2006 <br />25 <br /> <br />