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and economic needs. He understood the concerns but felt the use of alcohol would allow people to sit, talk and unwind. He asked that the prohibition be considered on a day-by-day basis rather than for 7 days. Discussion ensued and concern for alcoholically impaired drivers was voiced. Discussion also was held concerning the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) assistance for small business owners. The decision to lift the ban will be evaluated on a day-by-day basis. Property Appraiser David Nolte specified that his office is in the middle of the TRIM (truth in millage) period now where property owners are talking about their property tax assessment notices. He had gotten word from the State this morning that the time to file petitions is going to be extended for every day that the office has been closed. That would be 5 days as of this time or longer if the County Administration Building is closed more days. Emir Shadab , the president of Macho Products, spoke of his 200 employees who need money to continue their lives. The business did not have electric power yet but the gas station next door did. The business was not damaged; he was frustrated in getting electric back in order to help his people with cash for the next few days. He hoped the Board could help him. County Administrator Baird noted that that it had been mentioned earlier in the meeting about the problems with FPL in the restoration of power. Everyone is at the mercy of FPL. As of yesterday, there were only 3 FPL trucks in the county. There was brief mention of Calpine and County Attorney Collins thought Calpine might be contracting with FPL. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-096 DECLARING A 7-DAY EXTENSION TO THE STATE OF LOCAL EMERGENCY ON Motion by Vice Chairman Neuberger, SECONDED by Commissioner Macht, the Board unanimously (4-0, Commissioner 7 September 8, 2004