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is not good to have it by the schools, and he would like to know if it is possible for Director Davis to look at that site and see what it would cost to address the traffic problem. Commissioner Eggert advised that information will be presented when she brings all the options back. Chairman Scurlock felt the only answer that Commissioner Eggert can get from the Commission is that Scenario Two is the only option to stay within the budget, and that is assuming the land can be acquired for $700,000 or Tess. Commissioner Bird commented that he had not realized that a figure for books was not being included in the overall budget, and he would hate to see half empty shelves with a bunch of old books transferred from the old library. Commissioner Eggert pointed out that there will be partially empty shelves in any event because there will be more space and also we want to be able to expand. Commissioner Bowman believed that the Friends of the Library will be able to develop a lot more enthusiasm for a funding drive when we have a new building. Chairman Scurlock pointed out that another element that will be changed in any of the scenarios is that the traffic impact fees will be doubled. Commissioner Bird inquired about utility fees, and Commis- sioner Eggert advised that connection fees in the North County are $5,000, and she has had trouble getting figures from the City of Vero. Beach. Chairman Scurlock made the further point that if the old jail site were used, utilities are already available and the $138,000 allowed for impact fees could be saved. Commissioner Bird wished to know what it is that Commis- sioner Eggert wants the Board to do at this time. Commissioner Eggert noted that they need to approve a library building plan and going out with a request for a proposal for an architect. If the Board's feeling is that we cannot do 53 FEB 21985 aaoK 70 782