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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final January 21, 2020 The Board sought and received information from Chief Schutt and Ms. Kamp on the discounted percentages for commercial, multi -family projects with a mix of bedrooms, and Affordable Housing Impact Fees. A discussion ensued on reducing the Affordable Housing Impact Fees for homes less than 1,000 square feet and how it would affect the Impact Fees if there was a re -sale of the home, the income guidelines, and whether there should be deed restrictions. It was agreed upon by the Board that the Affordable Housing Impact Fee could be re -visited at a later date. Chief Schutt stated that he would advertise for a Public Hearing on the Impact Fee Study. Chairman Adams opened the floor for public comments. The following speakers expressed their concerns: Joseph Paladin, President of Black Swan Consulting, felt the County should not eliminate Impact Fees for homes under 1,000 square feet. Sheryl Vittitoe, President and CEO of Indian River Habitat for Humanity, thanked the Board for their consideration in reducing Impact Fees for affordable housing and explained the Shared Appreciation Agreement which she offered to share with the County. Chris Murphy, 788 Black Pine Drive, Vero Beach, Fl., questioned whether the $4.3 million cost per lane mile excluded utility relocation costs. A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Vice Chairman Flescher, to approve staffs recommendation with the condition to hold an additional meeting to review the Draft Impact Fee Update Study Report. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 4 - Chairman Adams, Vice Chairman Flescher, Commissioner Zorc, and Commissioner Solari Absent: 1 - Commissioner O'Bryan B. Emergency Services C. General Services 1. Human Services Indian River County Florida Page 12