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BOOK 99 PAGE 699 buildings, he had done the city auction and felt the upcoming auction was an unusual occurrence. In response to Commissioner Bird's inquiry, Mr. Rennick described his experience in auctioning commercial buildings. Commissioner Eggert queried Mr. Rennick on his initial 10% commission and why it was later lowered. In response to Commissioner Bird's concern, County Attorney Vitunac felt that Mr. Rennick should have been at last week's meeting, when the contract was approved by the Board as it was only before them today for ministerial matters. If the Board were to change their decision at this point, the County would have to reimburse Mr. Daniel for the expenses already incurred. In response to Commissioner Macht, Director Dean explained that staff had recommended Mr. Daniel's firm based on experience in selling a government building in Stuart, excellent references, and proposed elaborate advertising plan. Director Dean described Mr. Rennick's advertising plan was to advertise in 3 local area newspapers. Director Dean also pointed out that Mr. Daniel's firm has an agent who lives in Indian River County and he stood by staff's prior recommendation of Karlin Daniel & Associates. Administrator Chandler interjected his concurrence with the recommendation based on Mr. Daniel's firm's experience and references. Mr. Rennick rebutted Director Dean's comments and advised that his advertising would focus on the market using the same procedures he uses for other auctions. He felt local investors are the ones likely to buy the buildings, that 90% of the market is right here in Indian River County. Karlin Daniel refuted the local investor comment and stated that three packets had already been sent out to inquiries which had come about from the Wall Street Journal advertising he had done. He felt the market was much larger than Vero Beach. He also advised that his logo which appeared on his proposal bears his signature and that he is a certified auctioneer. Commissioner Bird felt that Mr. Rennick could do a fine job, and allowed that there may have been a miscommunication; however, staff had reviewed both proposals and made their recommendation. He, therefore, supported staff's recommendation. MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Bird, SECONDED BY Commissioner Eggert, to make no change and approve the agreement with Karlin David & Associates. 92 November 5, 1996