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M r M Commissioner Bowman realized that we can certainly use additional educational facilities in this county, but did not feel that a community center is up to the the County Commission. Attorney Barkett stated that when Indian River Shores donated the property to the County, they stipulated that it was to be used for a community center within 3-4 years. Because of that, we can control it and structure the lease any way we want to. Commissioner Bird noted that he has been on vacation since he was appointed liaison on this matter and hasn't had a chance to find out what.requirements are tied to using PECO funds to build this structure. `- Chairman Scurlock wanted to tell the School Board right up front that we want them to own it, operate it, and maintain it, but that if we can be of some assistance, then we will consider it at that time. Commissioner Bird believed that sometimes we have to be a little flexible because there are some areas of the county where the needs are different. He noted this will be brought back to the Board before any commitment is made on accepting the funds to build this community building. These people have had a -dream for years about having this community center, and if there is a possibility of receiving $250,000 in State funds, he felt that we must pursue that and see if we can live with that. Chairman Scurlock just did not want the dream to turn into a nightmare, and Commissioner Lyons believed that we are going to be handed a mickey by the School Board and did not find it very palatable. Discussion ensued regarding having the building deeded directly to the Gifford Community or leasing it to them on a 99 year lease, and Attorney Barkett advised that since we own the land, they cannot build anything without obtaining a building permit. 35 BOOK P�gGEe�