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In response to Chairman O'Bryan, Mr. Barton disclosed that his staff is lacking the software necessary to keep up with technology, and he reminded the Board that he has not asked for capital to purchase anything in ten years, other than the Value Adjustment Board's "Axia" program. TAX COLLECTOR — CAROLE JEAN JORDAN Administrator Baird explained that staff would not receive the Tax Collector's Budget until August 1, 2010; however, he provided staff's estimate net cost at $1,265,104, based on last year's figures. Tax Collector Carole Jean Jordan spoke about cutting costs, her staff and her office's accomplishments, the issuance of drivers' licenses, and the REAL ID Act. She acknowledged that the State of Florida will be closing the south US 1 State Drivers License office in May of 2011, and that her office would be taking on the additional work. PROPERTY APPRAISER — DAVID C. NOLTE Administrator Baird reported the Property Appraiser's Budget to be $2,364,753, a reduction of $225,086, or 8.7% decrease from last year. Property Appraiser David Nolte advised the Board that next year the State would not be able to assist with money, and he felt the economy would continue to be difficult. He said the economics of the tax roll would continue to be on the downside, he has seen no signs of recovery, there has been no increase in new construction, and there is no turn -around in values. He felt his office could still function even with the 28% reduction in staff, and he assured the Board that his office will continue to do what needs to be done to ensure the County functions as well as it can. Commissioner Wheeler commended Mr. Nolte, pointing out that over the last ten years his overall Budget has only increased 6.2%. 16 July 14, 2010