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park site, greater perimeter setbacks and buffers, on–site recreation amenities, tree preservation st and on-site relocation, right-of-way dedication for 21 Street SW, right-of-way dedication and construction of a local north-south roadway, and stormwater treatment for the park site. Director Keating reviewed these items in detail. He recommended the Board grant Special Exception Use and Planned Development approval with all conditions itemized in the backup. There was a brief question and answer period by the Commissioners to Director Keating regarding clarification of some of the recommendations and dedications. The Chairman opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to be heard regarding this matter. th Richard Sneed, Attorney 1905 South 25 Street, Ft. Pierce, is a landowner in the vicinity of this project and he requested that anybody who is testifying be sworn in. He was trying to make a record for court purposes and posed several questions to Director Keating regarding traffic concurrency and water, sewer and stormwater runoff. Director Keating replied to Attorney Sneed’s questions that he could answer and that which he could not he referred to utilities. Chairman Ginn questioned if Attorney Sneed’s interrogation of staff was proper form since he was not addressing the Board. Attorney Collins explained that Mr. Sneed was trying to make a record to take before a court and he is entitled to cross-examine any witnesses that appear before the Board. The Clerk administered the oath to all those who intended to speak on this item. nd Shawn Smith , 2169 42 Court S.W, representing several neighbors spoke in favor of the Echo Lake project, but he was concerned for the safety of the children, the wildlife that live in the palm hammock that is being removed, townhomes bringing crime, and adding another park. JUNE 22, 2004 9