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recommendation. That process would remain the same. The only thing we would not be doing here would be paying for the resident inspection services on a day to day basis through the consultant, but we still would have the consultant there to advise us of any problems. Commissioner Scurlock felt that since this particular portion of the Boulevard doesn't have any substantial structures such as bridges and crossings, he would feel comfortable with this arrangement. If there were substantial structures, 'however, he would not feel comfortable with not having someone to be held responsible if something fails. Director Davis noted that under Alternatives and Analysis in staff's recommendation, the last sentence states, "Since no bridges and few structures are included on the Phase 4 project, staff does not anticipate a need for frequent consultant supervision." He advised that the County Engineering Department also will be there on a day to day basis with Terry Thompson watching the work, and if we have a problem, we will call the consultant in. Director Davis felt we need a day to day inspector on the job just to keep track of fill work and quantities. Commissioner Scurlock asked if there are any areas of heavy muck that would have to be demucked, and Director Davis explained that as soon as the clearing is done, we will go in with a backhoe and excavate every 300-400 feet. In addition, we are going down where all the structures are located to find out if there are any unsuitable soils or any rock. Commissioner Bird noted that there seems to be quite a difference in the two employment agencies and wondered if we are sure we are comparing apples to apples in terms of the services the agency would be providing in conjunction with their inspector. Personnel Director Jack Price advised that "At Your Services" currently payrolls for a number of operations around the county, so this is not new ground for them. It is just a matter of blocking 31 MAY ��` :� 2 1