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Commissioner Scurlock asked how many of the municipalities <br />have agreed to participate, and Mr. Wetzig responded that he made <br />his presentation to the County Commission first because if the <br />County Commissions is supportive then we can go to the towns and <br />cities and show them how this type information will be of value to <br />them and ask them to fund a portion of the total budget. <br />Chairman Eggert cautioned that two of our municipalities might <br />not be capable of financially supporting this activity. <br />Commissioner Scurlock felt that although his knowledge of this <br />type of project was limited, he supported the concept of the <br />workshop. <br />Chairman Eggert noted the steering committee is trying very <br />hard to do it right and are proceeding slowly. <br />Commissioner Bird felt comfortable supporting the project <br />because the select group of people on the steering committee would <br />come up with a good cross section of participants and he expected <br />excellent feedback from this process. <br />Commissioner Scurlock related his confusion with the phrase <br />"cross section" because it can relate to economics, neighborhoods, <br />population, or location within the county. He illustrated by <br />citing Vero Lakes Estates, Sebastian and Indian River Shores as <br />having completely different views. <br />Mr. Wetzig assured him that in this proposed process, <br />Sebastian, Vero Lake Estates and Indian River Shores will have an <br />opportunity to voice their opinions and concerns and to hear the <br />opinions and concerns of the others. They will have to defend <br />their positions and recognize that, while problems in other areas <br />are not of concern to them, sometimes they are similar concerns, <br />and that is the intent of the process. <br />Commissioner Bowman voiced concern about the budget, and Mr. <br />Wetzig emphasized it was computed to cover all expenses. Once the <br />steering committee is assured of funding, they will negotiate for <br />either contributions or for the best deal. <br />Chairman Eggert asked whether they will return a proportionate <br />share of the saving if they come in under budget, and Mr. Wetzig <br />suggested that the County could authorize funds to the extent of <br />$6,000 with the understanding that some of the cities may not be <br />able to support their share. The $6,000 is approximately 45 <br />percent of the total budget. <br />33 <br />