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that the alcohol ban be continued a little bit longer. Sheriff Raymond stated that his deputies <br />were using discretion for those who had legitimate reasons to be out during the curfew hours. <br /> County Administrator Baird reported that every one of the 178 traffic lights in the county <br />was knocked down. Power has been an issue with getting lights back up. There is also a <br />shortage of traffic lights and some have to be re-built. Crews are doing a fabulous job but he <br />emphasized the need for caution when driving and for stopping at every intersection. He <br />credited the citizens for their exceptional courtesy and urged patience on the correction of this <br />problem. He recommended continuing the curfew and alcohol purchase prohibition because of <br />safety issues. There have been requests from the business community to extend the hours of the <br />curfew (currently from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.). He could not recommend it at this time but the decision <br />is up to the Commission. The primary goal at this time is safety. <br /> County Attorney Collins pointed out that some radio stations were announcing the wrong <br />curfew information and emphasized the importance of getting the correct information out to the <br />radio stations. Also, he had received a call from a local restaurateur who wanted to be able to <br />serve alcoholic beverages with the food. <br /> Each Commissioner expressed their desire to continue the ban on sale of alcohol even in <br />restaurants. <br />Mr. McCollum explained that curfew hours in other counties were based on the needs of <br />those communities and ours are based on our needs. <br /> Chairman Ginn thanked the people who had done so much for their fine cooperative <br />effort and the protection of people and property. She expressed thanks for all the governmental <br />agencies and Governor Jeb Bush for their response to our emergencies. She had confidence in <br />the rebuilding and looked to the future built on the strengths of our community. <br />Various individuals and employees were singled out for their special deeds. Plaudits <br />were expressed about the EOC (emergency operations center) staff and the team effort. <br />Commissioners expressed frustration and disappointment in the ability to communicate <br />due to the loss of telephone service and cell phone unreliability after the storm. They also <br />expressed appreciation for the School Board and the calmness of our community. <br /> <br />5 <br />September 8, 2004 <br /> <br /> <br />