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FEB �S81 BOOK pation in the site work portion, plus a commitment to use the facility and participate in its annual budget. He believed we must define just how we are willing to participate, but he did not want to become involved in any future power struggles as to who runs that center. Commissioner Bird noted that he could cite at length the reasons as to why he feels the project is worthwhile; Gifford is a unique part of the county and it was an unbelievable under- taking for that community to raise $57,000 cash. Commissioner Wheeler stated that he was not opposed to the project, but in order to vote funds, he still felt he needed more education. Commissioner Bird continued to argue the need for a work- shop, but Chairman Scurlock felt strongly that the Commission should clearly define its position as to the level of participa- tion we would anticipate; reaffirm that we will not accept the deed to this property back; and convey this information to the School Board so they can have their workshop and make their own decisions. Commissioner Bird stated the only area where he disagreed with the Chairman was on the deed as he did feel this facility is more in keeping with the county's functions than the School Board's. Commissioner Eggert stated she would agree except for the fact that the funding is being obtained through the School Board. MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Bowman, SECONDED by Commissioner Eggert, to authorize the Chairman to write Superintendent Burns advising that the County is willing to contribute up to $50,000. site work for the center, to contribute $10-$15:,000 for the first year operating ex- penses and thereafter to consider an appropriation each year at budget sessions, and reaffirm that the County ` does not wish to take back title to the property. 50