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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final October 3, 2023 <br />The Chairman called for a recess at 10:33 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 10:55 <br />a.m. with all members present. <br />5.C. 23-0864 Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of Fire Prevention Week, October 8-14, <br />2023 <br />Recommended Action: Read and Present <br />Attachments: Proclamation <br />Assistant Fire Chief Richard Marini was joined by members of the Fire Rescue <br />Department to discuss kitchen safety tips such as turning pot handles, using oven mitts <br />and microwave -safe vessels. Mr. Marini thanked the Board for helping spread public <br />awareness of fire danger in the home, and accepted the recognition on behalf of his <br />safety team and leadership. <br />Commissioner Flescher advocated for home fire extinguishers, and Mr. Marini <br />advised on proper usage and disposal. <br />Read and presented by Commissioner Flescher <br />5.D. 23-0913 Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of National 4-H Week October 1 - 7, <br />2023 <br />Recommended Action: Read & Present <br />Attachments: Proclamation <br />Jennifer Penn, President of the Indian River County 4-H Foundation, appeared before <br />the Board to accept the Proclamation and discuss 4-H youth programs in the County. <br />Ms. Penn was joined by 4-H members Joseph and Giorgio Semprevivo who shared <br />their interest in 4-H which extended beyond agriculture and animals to include <br />leadership training, public speaking opportunities, and real-world legislative <br />experience. <br />The Board and staff complimented the Semprevivo brothers and discussed the <br />benefits of 4 -H's youth programs. <br />Read and presented by Vice Chairman Adams <br />6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES <br />Indian River County Florida Page 3 <br />