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Christine Purinton, Indian River Estates, asked if the County could institute a <br />magazine recycling program. <br />Billy Wagner, Vero Beach, wanted to know if builders could incorporate any type <br />of substance into window glass to deter bird deaths. She asked Mr. Mehta to consider instituting <br />an annual electronic recycling day. <br />Nancy Wood, Vero Beach, talked about the Re -Use Exchange Center that is <br />located in the Sebastian Municipality Building. <br />Barbara Brooks, Indian River Green Team (The Green Team), suggested that <br />recycling areas be set up at community events, and related that The Green Team is researching <br />biodegradable disposal products. <br />Commissioner O'Bryan appreciated the wonderful input from the audience, and <br />encouraged them to contact elected officials with their thoughts and ideas. <br />Roy Bonnell, FGBC Executive Director, thanked all the sponsors of the Green <br />Initiative Workshop, declaring that today's meeting was an important step towards sustainability. <br />He suggested that the City and County follow Sarasota County's model in establishing an "Office <br />of Sustainability". <br />Nancy Offutt, Treasure Coast Builders Association, remarked that the Florida <br />Home Builders Association, in partnership with the Florida Green Building Coalition, is <br />establishing the Treasure Coast Green Building Council to encourage its diverse members to <br />continue using and exploring "green" techniques. <br />May 29, 2007 10 <br />Green County Initiative Workshop <br />