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M Tom Haar, Pastor of Vero Beach Alliance Church, came before the Board. He informed the Board that he has talked with all the residents on 44th Avenue, a number of whom are here today, and he believed that at this point, at least 850 of the property owners are opposed to the paving. He further explained that when Pat Patterson originally initiated the petition, the intent was just to block off the road, not pave it. Pastor Haar expressed his appreciation to the Board for blocking off the road which has cut down the dust and the drag racing, and he continued to name various property owners who have indicated their sympathy with the church in this situation. Pastor Haar stressed that his congregation has attempted to build an attractive building for the sake of the community, but they do have a very large mortgage. The proposed assessment would add up to over $15,000 in 2 years, which would prevent them from paying their weekly bills. He agreed there a few people in the neighborhood who feel the paving would be an advantage, but they are sympathetic and want to help the church. Commissioner Wheeler felt the barrier has helped. The road is still in very poor condition, and although the grading is a problem for the county, it probably doesn't have to be done as often as formerly. He asked Director Davis about the possibility of making this a cut de sac with sod and shrubs. Public Works Director Davis explained that the circumstances where we have done that have all been on paved roads. He would, however, encourage the neighborhood to get together and do some landscaping at the end of the street, if they wish. Staff, of. course, is in favor of paving the road and did proceed with the engineering monies and the effort necessary to bring the project to this point. Commissioner Scurlock pointed out that we still have the plans, which can be put on the shelf and then can be readdressed as conditions change and the church grows. 41 �ooK PnE f d