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MKk 13199 '19 explained that IdentiTech does not have the ability to carry us that period of time. Discussion ensued regarding funding, and Administrator Chandler confirmed that this would come from General Fund Contingencies. Commissioner Scurlock understood we now have almost one million in reserve in the Building Department and asked if there is any way this particular activity is related to building and real estate development activity. OMB Director Baird noted that they are really two separate funds, and Administrator Chandler agreed it would be stretching it, especially since the Building Department is set up as an enterprise fund. Commissioner Scurlock wished to know if this equipment will not be available October 1st for this price. Property Appraiser Nolte did not know for sure, but advised that his office is getting a 30o discount because of their knowledge of these people and allowing them to demonstrate the equipment when it is set up. They also have offered a continuing 20o discount on items we may add to this in the future. Discussion continued at length regarding the number of months left in this year's budget, wi.th Property Appraiser Nolte continuing to stress that he has talked to IdentiTech about holding this off until the next budget year and they just can't do it. He noted this is only the second time in 9 years he has come before the Board asking for a budget amendment; he wouldn't do it if there was any other way they could get this equipment; and he feels it will benefit his office greatly. Commissioner Bird wished to know if Mr. Nolte has any unexpended capital funds in his budget that could be transferred for this purpose. Property Appraiser Nolte noted that they have not purchased their second vehicle this year; so, they probably could come up with about $10,000. He would, however, prefer to promise to give 24