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Chairman Macht inquired if she was working with anyone on staff and Ms Kennedy replied she has spoken to the Parks Supervisor Mr. Romanek who gave her preliminary permission to install the bins. ON MOTION by Commissioner Lowther, SECONDED by Commissioner Ginn, the Board unanimously agreed to support Ms. Kennedy in her project as much as possible to help her achieve the Gold Award. Commissioner Adams commended Elizabeth Kennedy for her efforts in this project. 9.B.3. PUBLIC DISCUSSION -ANDREW MOLLOY'S REOUEST TO DISCUSS ORCHID ISLE ESTATES WATER AND SEWER PROJECT (CLERK'S NOTE: This item was heard prior to Item 9.13.1. and placed here for purposes of continuity.) Andrew Molloy, 2565 Riverview Court, President of the Orchid Isle Estates Property Owners Association requested a cancellation of the Wabasso Water and Sewer Project. On July 8, 2003 the Board approved the preliminary work necessary to install water and sewer on Wabasso Island. He advised that no one in his subdivision has been notified of leaching nor has there been any evidence of leaching from their septic tanks. Survey results at Orchid Isle Estates and Orchid Isle Subdivision indicated that 85% to 95% of the residents were in opposition to the project. Due to the high cost involved to hookup the system residents are stressed, and some residents will have to sell their homes. Mr. Molloy said his cost would be approximately $23,000. He also pointed out the possibility of damage to the oak trees from the pipe installation and the lack of solid evidence of leaching from the septic tanks makes the association believe the system is not viable. They requested the project be cancelled immediately before any funds are allocated. Roger Cooper, 336 Live Oak Drive, thanked Commissioner Neuberger for inserting this item on the agenda. He said it is difficult to comprehend the County's anguish over alleged SEPTEMBER 2, 2003 18