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Dennis Matherne, 25 Starfish Drive, stated he was here to listen because he was the contractor on Mr. Bush’s neighbor’s house. th It was decided that this matter would be brought back at the August 17 meeting and it was suggested that it be put on the agenda as a Public Discussion Item. 11.A.3. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – CONSIDERATION OF CONSTRUCTION NUISANCE ISSUES It was suggested this item be deferred, but someone was present who wished to speak on it. Vern Toulson , 95 Cache Cay Drive, representing the Treasure Coast Builders Association, reported that the members of the TCBA are aware of unsightly sites and emphasized that it is in their best interest to keep construction sites clean for safety and image reasons. He advised that the St. Lucie County Chapter had produced a placard that he distributed to the Commissioners. (A copy has been placed on file with the backup in the Office of the Clerk to the Board.) It is the intention of the TCBA to ask the counties to give one with each building permit as it is issued. The procedure would be starting in Indian River County soon. While some of the suggestions on the placard may be silly, he asked the Board for 60-90 days to see how it goes. Should the Board decide they want to pursue any proposed ordinances, he would want to have the opportunity to discuss them. He advised that the TCBA has a hot line and they encourage people to call with complaints about construction sites. The early indications are that they have only received 3-5 complaints. In response to inquiries and comments, Mr. Toulson advised that the placards are to be posted at the job site. They are in English with Spanish on the reverse. In response to a comment of Commissioner Adams’, Mr. Toulson stated that the TCBA needed to know about problems before they can remedy them. Community Development Director Bob Keating advised they would bring the th matter back to the Board on their August 17 agenda. July 20, 2004 30