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Board. Management and Budget Director Jason Brown expressed his concerns on the liability created by maintaining the roadways. He wanted in the agreement with the Water Control District, an indemnity and hold harmless clause because some of the roadways have very limited right-of- way. A discussion ensued on the incorporating provisions in the agreements with the Water Control Districts and maintaining the roads. Chairman Solari opened the meeting for public discussion. Mike Grimm, 13270 85th Street, Fellsmere, discussed the difference of property values on the east and west side of 85th Street, especially Willow Street, yet the service was the same. Bernie Wilson, 13485 87th Street, Fellsmere, mentioned there were only three roads left on Willow Street, not graded and asked the Board to approve the grading for the remaining three roads. David Melnick, 13705 81st Street, Fellsmere, addressed issues with: (1) recycling pickup, the damages sustained, and the liability it has added to homeowners; and (2) the problem with homeowners paying for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) when emergency vehicles cannot access the road to get to the home that made the call. Commissioner Zorc suggested that staff bring back options, pros and cons on the maintenance of the roads within 30 days, and schedule a workshop at the Fellsmere City Hall. The workshop should include the Board, the Water Control Districts, and any other interested party to this issue. It was suggested that each of the parties should independently view the roads in question, and provide input at the meeting for solutions. Commissioner Davis wanted to amend his motion to include something quantifiable that would determine if a road was eligible to be maintained or graded. MOTION WAS AMENDED by Commissioner Davis, SECONDED by Vice Chairman Flescher, to direct staff to review and provide direction on a general long term plan to Board of County Commission Minutes Page 9 May 17, 2016