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that an increase from 90 housing units to over 140 housing units was a significant change and <br />questioned the capability of the State's water supply to cover the increase in growth. He also <br />questioned the capacity of the school system to serve the additional families. <br />The Chairman asked if anyone else wished to be heard regarding this matter. There being <br />none, the Chairman closed the public hearing. <br />ON MOTION by Commissioner Ginn, SECONDED by Commissioner <br />Adams, the Board unanimously adopted Ordinance 2003-019 amending <br />the Zoning Ordinance and the accompany Zoning Map for 47.13 acres <br />located on the southeast corner of 91h Street Southwest and 581'' Avenue <br />from A-1 to RS -3 (Southeast Investments of Palm Beach). <br />9.B.1. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEM - TOMMY MCDOUGALD - <br />DISCUSSION OF ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ADDICTION <br />Tommy McDougald of Vero Beach recounted his battle with drugs and alcohol and asked <br />the Board to support professional assistance for those persons still battling them. He credited Terry <br />Williams, a young woman who won a battle with drugs, who is now assisting others. <br />Chairman Macht commented that he had founded the Substance Abuse Council and has <br />been instrumental in the Children's Services Advisory Committee. Both of those agencies assist in <br />the fight against drug abuse. He also noted that Thursday, May 22, 2003 will be the second <br />anniversary of his youngest son's death from an overdose of drugs. <br />Commissioner Ginn stated that there are few counties who do as much as Indian River <br />County to provide hope to those trapped by alcohol and drug addiction. <br />NO ACTION REQUIRED OR TAKEN. <br />MAY 20, 2003 12 <br />