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JUN 18 11991 BOOK 3 f'A"_AIO more internal lines in the future when that land is developed, and those would be paid for by the individual owner at that time. Director Pinto elaborated by demonstrating on the map that this point only pertains to large acreage and the reasoning is that there is direct benefit to such large and vacant properties when the lines are constructed along the main roads. Commissioner Scurlock felt it should be mentioned that while only parts of the project was initiated by petition, it is being propelled by the need to square -off boundaries. He also emphasized this area was chosen not only because of the petitions but also because of the undersized lots, which must be given priority consideration in providing water service. Director Pinto added that, in looking at the project, it became obvious, because of the location of the petitioned areas, we were required to build main lines on 12th Street and on 43rd Avenue to service the petitioned area so, engineering -wise, it made sense to build the entire system. Another point is that, although there are other areas that have petitioned for water service, the plan is for five phases and this is the logical starting point because of the location of the existing water; then we will proceed to the next logical area, rather than leapfrogging around. Director Pinto elaborated on the subject of main lines and capacity, pointing out that individual street lines could not be put in without the main lines and submain lines and, therefore, they must be included as part of the costs. He stressed that a complete water system should be built because of the economics. In choosing a starting point, we start with a hub, begin with the closest area to the hub and the areas that have environmental needs. Chairman Bird pointed out that although there are property owners, even on small lots, who are satisfied with their 'water supply, the Commission is under mandates and environmental requirements to provide water. Community Development Director Keating stated the requirement by the State of Florida is for counties to identify areas with deficiencies in services and prioritize those areas. He cautioned the consequences of not following their policies could be a lawsuit against the County for not following our plan, as well as a potential loss of $9 million in revenues. The Chairman opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to be heard in this matter. John Belfonte, 2585 12th Street, questioned the placement of a waterline on the north side of 12th Street by the City, and another line on the south side of 12th Street by the County. Mr. T�7