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paying in the Sales Tax as of the 1st of May, the first week we get it is in November. Mr. Hamilton asked if there is any relief in sight, and Commissioner Wodtke stated that he could not see any. He emphasized that it is important to remember when looking at all the taxing agencies listed on the TRIM Notice that the Board of County Commissioners accounts for only about 33%. Mr.Hamilton still felt the people are paying an additional 1� sales tax and are getting no relief. Mr. Barton noted that we only get 1/2�, and Commissioner Lyons commented that the 1G is paid to make up what was lost in granting the higher Homestead exemptions. Commissioner Bird felt the people are receiving some relief from the additional Sales Tax because it is the reason we were able to reduce our millage even though we cut the budget as lean as it ever has been cut. Mr. Hamilton talked about new construction, and Chairman Scurlock stated that you only play catch-up with new construction, which causes new demands for service. Richard Schaefer, County resident, stated that he had not intended to say anything at this meeting until the Board suggested that people with assessment problems go see Property Appraiser Nolte. Mr. Schaefer stated that he went to see Mr. Nolte yesterday because his property increased $16,000, and he felt the law that says taxes will be increased because property sells for more in a neighborhood is wrong. Mr. Schaefer informed the Board that he has lived on his property for 23 years and he does not want to sell, but if taxes keep increasing, he may be forced to. He - placed the blame for this on the Beach Association and believed it is because they do not want the working man living in Indian River County. The Chairman asked if anyone else wished to be heard. There were none. 23 QtlK FnE247 SEP 1 1982