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capacity charges, and up to 10 years if the applicant can demonstrate that other funding sources have been exhausted and we would place a lien on their assets to secure payment. He suggested they could get a mortgage if the mobile home park has assets. He had suggested the Utilities Department allow them the 5 years, and if the Board chooses to amend or modify the ordinance to allow additional periods of time then the Board could develop some criteria for extending the period of time. Commissioner Davis stated that this is a health/safety issue and if they need 20 years, the Board needs to do what can be done. Director Olson stated they are in a bind at this time. They are under a financial hardship and a time constraint. He advised he was willing to work with the County Attorney’s office to modify the ordinance should that be necessary. County Administrator Baird did not agree with Attorney Collins and read the ordinance and gave his interpretation. Discussion ensued during which it was stated that the Association owns the land; the County could lien that asset; but County Attorney Collins pointed out that no title work had been done on this property to determine whether the property was encumbered by any other liens. Director Olson agreed the ordinance stated the County must be in a position to lien the property. County Administrator Baird noted this action is just in concept. They would probably have the agreement, look at the title work, and come back. The problem exists today. They do have a severe water problem out there and we are trying to facilitate them. Vice Chairman Wheeler suggested that if this is “in concept”, the Board could approve it and then staff could get together to work out all the particulars. Commissioner Davis offered to “approve in concept to extend the 20-year opportunity for lien.” Director Olson asked that the Board let staff work out the details with the County Attorney’s office. May 2, 2006 46