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MAY 1 G 1984 Boa 57 PAGE 86 <br />Chairman Scurlock stated his basic concern is that this <br />very likely will develop over the years into a multi-million <br />dollar operation, and he believed it is important for the <br />Commission to retain control. <br />Commissioner Bird noted that every improvement made on <br />the site will be under the ownership and control of the <br />County. A certain portion of the proceeds will be used to <br />make permanent improvements to the facility. <br />Fire Fighter Bill Tripp pointed out that the Fire <br />Fighters will want the use of the fairgrounds only two weeks <br />out of the year and during that period they do want to <br />maintain their burn fund. <br />Chairman Scurlock assured him that the Board under- <br />stands that. We just want it clear on the record that the <br />Commission wants to maintain overall control as this will be <br />a significant operation eventually. <br />Commissioner Bird believed just this year we will see <br />fencing of about 15 acres and a potable water system on <br />site. In addition, Daeggler Amusement Co. may be willing to <br />make some on site improvements. <br />Mr. Tripp confirmed that their contract with Daeggler <br />says they will assist in paving of the midway area. He <br />reported that R. J. Reynolds Tobacco and some other <br />corporations are interested in putting exhibits at the fair <br />this next year. <br />Commissioner Lyons agreed that the Fire Fighters have <br />been the spark plugs who have gotten us into this project, <br />but he does believe this corporation is broader than just <br />the Fire Fighter's interests. <br />Attorney Brandenburg explained that it is designed so <br />it can expand in the future. He did not want to exclude any <br />group that might want to participate. <br />Commissioner Lyons expressed concern about the makeup <br />of the governing board of the Indian River County Fair <br />66 <br />