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the title insurance. He added that Mr. Salter refused to <br />let the County retain $35,000 in escrow for Mr. Aiello's <br />claim. The Attorney was hopeful that they would settle this <br />claim prior to closing. <br />Commissioner Bird inquired what Mr. Aiello would do if <br />his claim was not paid. <br />Attorney Brandenburg reiterated that he would go to <br />Mr. Salter and if unsuccessful, there was the remote possibility <br />he would attempt to go after the assets received by the <br />County. <br />A brief discussion ensued regarding the claim and the <br />sale agreement. <br />Commissioner Lyons commended the negotiators who worked <br />with Mr. Salter; he heartily recommended that the Chairman <br />be authorized to sign the agreement. He agreed that there <br />was some possibility of additional liability, but it was a <br />calculated risk. <br />Motion was made by Commissioner Lyons, seconded by <br />Commissioner Bird, that the Board approve the sale: -.,agreement; <br />authorize the Chairman to sign the sale agreement; and <br />authorize the County'Attorney's office to take any necessary <br />action to culminate the closing and acquisition. <br />Commissioner Fletcher asked about the status of the lawsuit <br />regarding Treasure Coast Utilities, Inc. <br />Attorney Brandenburg stated it was dismissed by the <br />Federal Court when Treasure Coast Utilities, Inc. did not <br />respond to a 50 page motion. There was a possibility that <br />the Court could reinstate that claim, as the parties involved <br />were in negotiations at the same time. He pointed out that <br />an item was in the sale agreement wherein Mr. Salter would <br />release and file a withdrawal of his claim to the County. <br />The Chairman called for the question. It was voted on <br />and carried with a vote of 4 to 1, with Commissioner <br />Fletcher voting in opposition. <br />APR 7 1982 <br />25 <br />