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Commissioner Davis wanted to move forward. He asked for further clarification on the limitations on the east/west easement, and whether it could be used for pedestrian access. Attorney DeBraal said the easement would be limited to moving the drainage from 43rd Avenue into the pond, and that it would not allow for pedestrian access. He said that the traffic and the parking problems were two separate issues, and did not feel they should be combined. Director Mora clarified that the 20 -foot strip easement needs to remain as a cleared, undeveloped area due to the concrete drainage pipe under the ground, and staff needing access for future repairs. Vice Chairman Wheeler believed the County should protect its $20 million investment in the Vero Beach Sports Village complex by adding the cloverleaf fields. He voiced concern over the ingress and egress to the north of the property and suggested purchasing this parcel in hopes it would alleviate future parking issues. He proposed that staff meet with the four new City Council members to explain the situation and ask for their support. Chairman Solari voiced concerns regarding the suggestion of purchasing the property to the north, and the uncertainty of whether MiLB would stay in Vero Beach long term. He supported the ball fields and MiLB, but not the proposed land exchange. He agreed with Commissioner O'Bryan that it would be good for the City to sign a lease with MiLB for the fields, and work towards a longer term agreement that addresses some of the issues. He said he would be willing to "bite the bullet" on the existing piece of property after looking at an appraised value, and consider the purchase of the northern parcel, but he was unwilling to go outside the bounds of Dodgertown. Chairman Solari wanted appropriate staff to meet with the four Council members before the joint meeting so they could come into the meeting with a full understanding of the facts. 20 December 21, 2010