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Discussion ensued regarding the association of `Brownfields" to contamination, whether the Brownfield designation is in perpetuity, how opting out would/could devalue property, and using the Brownfields as an economic tool. Citizens expressed concern over their property not being contaminated, and what the Brownfields designation would do to the value of their property. Chairman O'Bryan apologized for the notices that were sent out late, and he pointed out that the only action that the Board had taken was to schedule the Public Hearings and Workshops, and that no decision was made to approve the Brownfields designation. Managing Director of the Solid Waste Disposal District Himanshu Mehta provided an update on INEOS's consumptive water use permit through the St. Johns River Water Management District, and felt that water usage would not be any more than what was used by the Ocean Spray facility. He clarified the request for proposal, saying that the County is looking at gas to energy, as well as the waste energy component. Dave King, President of INEOS New Planet BioEnergy, provided an update on the status of the project, described the process and analysis, the available elements, and the incentives available through the Brownfields designation. He said he was personally invested in the environmental aspects, and wanted an open and transparent dialog. There was a brief discussion pertaining to citizen concerns over possible devaluation of neighboring properties, and the Brownfields adversely affecting property values. County Administrator Joe Baird emphasized that the purpose of this meeting is for the Board of County Commissioners to hear citizens' concerns. Attorney Alan S. Polackwich informed the audience that staff would not be sending certified mail Notices of future Public Hearings. He said Notices are printed in the Newspaper, 5 April 5, 2010 Brownfield Area Designation Public Hearing Workshop