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'A00F.95 anE876 County Attorney Vitunac advised that he was well aware of the problem; it was covered in the contract. He explained that the City of Sebastian will still be a party and if there is a judgment, it will be against them, but, if it is against us, we are covered in the contract. He added that the contract had been written in the 1980's by then -County Attorney Brandenberg. Director Pinto noted that to facilitate the closing, it was very important to move forward._ He recognized Citrus Utilities' claim, but felt it should not be a stumbling block. Reith Miller, of Sebastian, asked for an explanation of impact fees and hook up charges. Director Pinto explained, in detail, all charges for new and existing customers as well as financing policies and costs. He clarified that existing customers will not pay an impact fee, and that new customers would pay impact fees that are in existence at the time they decide to hook up. Assistant Director Harry Asher gave the current rates for meter installation, customer deposit, impact fees and installation charges. It was determined that no one else wished to be heard and the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously approved the purchase of the City of Sebastian Utility System, the operating budget with required improvements and change orders for the construction of the required waterline connections, as recommended in staff's memorandum. Director Pinto thanked the representatives from the City of Sebastian and his staff, particularly Mr. Asher, and recognized the efforts of the Mayor of the City of Sebastian. Chairman Macht invited the Mayor's comments. Mayor Arthur Firtion thanked the Board. He felt the purchase was a great step in bringing his city together with the county. PUBLIC HEARING DOCUMENT ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD 28 August 8, 1995