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5. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS <br />Chairman Macht explained that these items usually involve a presentation of some sort <br />involving an honorary title or some designation of a day, week or month dedicated to some <br />particular institution. <br />5.A. PRESENTATION BYMARGUERITA ENGEL OF ST. JOHNS RIVER WATER <br />MANAGEMENT DISTRICT, 2003-04 ALTERNATIVE WATER SUPPLY <br />CONSTRUCTION PROJECT "RO CONCENTRATE REUSE" <br />Marguerita Engel, SJRWMD, stated that the County's program had been chosen as a <br />recipient, worthwhile program which will increase the available amount of reclaimed water and <br />provide uses for the rediluted concentrate instead of being released into the Lagoon. She presented <br />a check in the amount of $125,000 to the Board for this project and noted that since 1996 Indian <br />River County has received funds from SJRWMD which they have matched. She thanked the <br />County for its participation and proactive stance on water quality issues. <br />Utilities Director Erik Olson expressed his appreciation for the partnership with SJRWMD <br />and noted that the County could not complete these projects without their cooperation and support. <br />5.B. PROCLAMATIONHONORING JOSEPH JACKSON, GIFFORD HIGHSCHOOL <br />BASEBALL COACH <br />The Chairman presented the Proclamation to Mr. Jackson's daughter, Janet Jackson Miller. <br />Janet Jackson Miller stated that her father is at Indian River Memorial Hospital and could <br />not be here today. She did tell him that the Proclamation was being awarded today and his eyes lit <br />up. He expressed his regret that he could not be present but sent his thanks and love for Indian River <br />County. Her father taught at Gifford High School for 35 years and is a native Floridian. She stated <br />that her father is watching the meeting on television. <br />Commissioner Adams sent a hug and kiss to Mr. Jackson and noted that his spirit is still with <br />us. <br />MAY 20, 2003 <br />