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Council MemberDaige <br /> City wanted to know what the percentage of the <br />City/County split would be and was informed that this would be detailed in the plan. To his <br />question regarding the time frame, Mrs. Chandler replied that the City and County have two <br />Mr.Daige <br />weeks to submit their proposal for review, although it is not the final step. also <br />questioned whether the “first right of refusal” would be included in the details. He was told <br />this would be discussed with Piper. <br /> <br />The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION and the Motion <br />carried unanimously approving to move forward and have <br />the City Council work with the County Administrator and <br />bring back all the facts. <br /> <br /> Commissioner Wheeler recognized the Chamber of Commerce for the excellent job <br />they are doing. He noted that retaining Piper would be beneficial to the small businesses in <br />the community and hopefully it would also change the image of the County. <br /> <br />Mayor White <br /> agreed, providing some examples of local businesses that currently <br />benefit from proximity to Piper. He then invited the public to speak. <br /> <br />Nancy Offutt <br /> , Vero Beach, was delighted that the City and County demonstrated a <br />unanimous commitment to retaining Piper. Ms. Offutt read a portion from the Piper <br />Dedication Ceremony that was held in 1961. <br /> <br />Mayor White <br /> acknowledged Dr. Ed Massey (IRCC President) and Mayor Savage <br />from Fellsmere, who were both in attendance. <br /> <br /> There were no other speakers. <br /> <br />May 9, 2007 <br /> 8 <br /> <br /> <br />