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or a number and it goes into the EMS data base and onto the maps. <br />When there is a need to respond to that location, it shows up on <br />the map and can be identified. Then whoever is to respond can be <br />given directions to that location whether it has a name or number. <br />Director Wright stressed that if there is an abrupt change <br />from a name to a number, there is potential for extended response <br />time, particularly at times when another station must respond and <br />there may be error or confusion because they are not familiar with <br />the area. <br />Chairman Eggert recalled that was the reason we put the <br />numbering system in the ordinance. <br />Discussion ensued regarding historic names as exceptions to <br />the numbered road system. <br />Commissioner Scurlock understood a developer's desire to have <br />nice -sounding names to print in a brochure, rather than a number. <br />Commissioner Bird felt it was not only the developer's <br />preference but also the potential purchaser. <br />Chairman Eggert felt that if it were a choice between a nice <br />name and quick emergency service, she would prefer the quick <br />service. <br />Commissioner Bird thought that in new subdivisions where the <br />road system follows and interconnects with the adjoining areas, it <br />would be confusing to abruptly change the designation, but in the <br />case of a small subdivision where the roads are strictly private, <br />winding in character, and internal to the subdivision, there is a <br />possible exception. <br />The Chairman opened the public hearing and asked if anyone <br />wished to be heard in this matter. <br />William Roolage, 815 26th Avenue, came before the Board and <br />spoke in favor of the numbered roads system. He has been a <br />resident of Indian River County for 20 years and finds it difficult <br />locating named streets as well as explaining to someone how to get <br />to certain named roads. He urged the Board to keep the grid system <br />for the benefit of citizens and tourists as well as to assist <br />Emergency Management. <br />Tony Cueto, Postmaster of Vero Beach, came before the Board, <br />and stated the Postal Service supported the address system which <br />Indian River County adopted in 1987 and still vigorously objects to <br />the dual address system. He explained that by 1995, 95 percent of <br />the mail is going to be automated; multi -line readers, optical <br />character readers and article sorters will be reading all <br />addresses. Mr. Cueto said the Postal Service can live with named <br />15 <br />