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Bou 103 FAGS 25)0 The bottom line has to do with the way that you perceive the agricultural -urban edge. It can be viewed in two different ways: • As a short-term zone of nuisances. There are problems, but fortunately they are temporary because this is a tran- sitional area. Eventually growers in this zone are going to give up and sell out, and the next wave of urban develop- ment will create another edge further out—incidentally, a larger edge with even more exposure to agriculture. • Or you can look at the edge as a zone of long-term relative stability where, as a result of innovative policy and de- sign, farming and urban residential uses can co -exist with a reasonable degree of peace. Ben Bailey, 1415 43rd Court, a citrus grower, espoused that it made sense to "rezone" the property at 33rd Avenue and gave his reasons. He pointed out that it is in the urban service area. He recently gave 35' for a turning lane along Lateral A and about the same on 26'. He understood what was happening with the growth in the area. He supported the activities of the research station (on the Apopka weevil) but felt the citrus emphasis has moved west. He urged the Commissioners to go along with the staff recommendation and that of the Zoning Board. Sid Banack, 6125 Atlantic Blvd., citrus grower, farmer, and businessman, told of the changes since he came to this area 42 years ago. He stated his property is infected with the Apopka weevil and cited other reasons why his property can no longer be considered agricultural. He urged the Commissioners to listen to staff's recommendations. Chairman Eggert asked if anyone else wished to speak on the 33' Street matter; there were none. She then asked if anyone wished to speak on any other suggested land use designation change. (CLERK'S NOTE: The following map area was discussed by the next speaker.) C OCTOBER 29, 1997 M M M