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William Caldwell, 856 Reef Road, Vero Beach, stated he had history with this issue for some years, detailed how the property had been divided, and recounted his discussions with a Mr. Radson of DOT. He described all the procedures, but stated that the ultimate decision of where to put the crossing was that of DOT. He favored a crossing at 53rd Street. Chairman Macht asked if the division of the property abrogated any agreement, and County Attorney Vitunac saw no relevance. Brief discussion ensued on the pros and cons of each of the three alternatives. MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Adams in favor of Course of Action 1): to place the matter before a court of competent jurisdiction and ask the County's legal obligations in this matter. MOTION DIED for lack of a second. Questions concerning the costs which would be incurred by choosing either of the remaining alternatives were raised. Director Davis advised that the last crossing replacement, some years ago, was $36,000. It had been envisioned*that the $80,000 pledged would be used to pave the road and that it would cover everything except the relocation of the crossing. The County might ask the developer to cover the cost of the relocation of the crossing as well and then there would be no cost to the County. MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED BY Commissioner Adams, to approve Course of Action 2): to do nothing, in effect, refuse the Cairns' request. Under discussion, Chairman Macht thought the best interest of both parties would be served to continue negotiations to reach a mutual agreement. Commissioner Tippin thought the County might need to pursue definitive conversation with DOT and FEC about the crossing. Commissioner Eggert thought those conversations had happened, but Director Davis advised that they had not had the time 49 May 16, 1995 BOOK 95 F,+ 1,J E 75