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brought up the possibility that this could be an effort between the residents, the county, and the School Board. Commissioner Bird noted that apparently we are about $5,000 short, and Director Davis explained that the estimate of $7,300 was just for materials for the half mile section; the labor would be over and above that cost; however, we do not necessarily have to build the whole half mile. Chairman Scurlock expressed his feeling that if we are going to do it, let's do it right. Commissioner Wheeler inquired how much Mr. Kulczycki has asked General Development to donate, and he advised that he asked GDC for $1,000, but commented that it is unfortunate this request came at the same time the impact fees are going up. Commissioner Wheeler pointed out that this sidewalks relates to public safety and asked why, if we get the thousand, we couldn't split the difference with the School Board and get this done. Commissioner Bird had a similar suggestion, except that he would suggest we split the difference with GDC. We may have raised our impact fees, but with the size of their project, they have a tremendous impact on the county and he felt providing this safety for the kids should be a joint responsibility. If the School Board wishes to participate to some degree, we could split it three ways. Chairman Scurlock expressed doubt that we will get that support from the School Board. As 0 part of the site plan process, we have consistently asked for sidewalks, but there has been a gentlemanly disagreement with the School Board when it comes to responsibility for turning lanes, traffic signalization, sidewalks, etc., and who is to supply what. The Chairman stated that he would support Commissioner Bird's suggestion about splitting the amount with GDC. However, we do have limited funds, and he wished to make it clear that this would be a joint ® 21 U 9 1988 BOOK 70 FAGr 372