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Attached is an exlylaiorr of the program. The Florida statutes related to it are on file in the Commission office. Indian River County is not in an enterprise zone, under 50,000 in population, or in a Metropolitan Statistical Area. The Economic Development Council and the Council of 100 would like to be able to offer this to the targeted industries that meet the qualifications. A resolution would have to be passed for each industry at the time of application, so there is no blanket okay of this. Since a business must create at least 100 new jobs in Florida, use in Indian River County would be limited. Commissioner Eggert advised that the average annual wage in Indian River County is listed as $21,174. Commissioner Tippin understood that the County's share would be a maximum of $120,000 for a new industry employing over 100. He found it interesting that printing or publishing activities, which is one of the industries we are targeting, is specifically excluded. Chairman Macht pointed out that the graphics industry is growing substantially in the Treasure Coast area. Commissioner Eggert emphasized that retail activities are specifically excluded also. ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously proclaimed that this incentive may be offered to the targeted industries outlined by the State that would bring in over 100 jobs at the average wage level listed for Indian River County. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT The Chairman announced that immediately upon adjournment, the Board would convene as the Board of Commissioners of the Solid Waste Disposal District. Those Minutes are being prepared separately. There being no further business, on Motion duly made, seconded and carried, the Board adjourned at 9:45 a.m. ATTEST: J. Barton, Clerk Kenneth R. Macht, Chairman Minutes approved on _OQ6 S 33 SEPTEMBER 12, 1995 bm 96 wv 3.3