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BOOK 0 4 PA,U6,68 CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY PROPERTY ON OSLO ROAD The Board reviewed a Memorandum of March 13, 1995: DATE: MARCH 13, 1995 TO: HONORABLE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS THRU: JAMES E. CHANDLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: H.T. "SONNY" DEAN, DIRECTOR DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVI SUBJECT: CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY PROPERTY ON OSLO ROAD BACKGROUND: Earlier this year, the Board requested staff to ascertain whether or not the Children's Home Society was going to build a structure on their property located on Oslo Road which was purchased from the County. This writer spoke with Mr. Jack Duren, Executive Director of the Children's Home Society, whose office is located in Fort Pierce. At that time Mr. Lauren stated the Society did not have money for construction but was interested in a new building when funds were available. He was aware that the time limit imposed in their purchase agreement had expired but wanted to keep the property, if possible. On March 6, 1995, I received the attached letter which indicates the Society desires to keep the property but not for the original intent. ANALYSIS: Since the purchase contract contains a clause relating to the time period construction should have taken place has expired, an amendment will be required to that contract if an extension is granted. The purchase price of $25,000 will have to be refunded should the Board decide not to grant an extension. RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff is requesting direction from the Board as to what course 4 action should be taken at this time. Commissioner Eggert inquired whether the County had no other uses for this property and Director Dean advised there were none. Chairman Macht expressed some concern regarding duplication of uses and wondered if the County would have approval at a later date as to uses for the property. . ALARCH 21, 1995 � -