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Commissioner Ginn asked if a decision on this could be delayed until budget time, and Sheriff Wheeler responded that the training is being offered in Orlando in May. He did not see the benefit in waiting until the new budget year and pointed out that, fortunately, the FRS contribution has already been budgeted and can be used. Commissioner Ginn was not of the opinion that just spending more money was what was necessary to be more effective. She asked if this program allowed working with the families of the offenders, and Sheriff Wheeler replied in the affirmative and explained how the program works. Commissioner Ginn then asked if the Sheriff contemplated applying for any funding through the Children's Services Network. Sheriff Wheeler stated it would be something they would consider. Vice Chairman Macht and Commissioner Ginn discussed back and forth the goal of SHOCAP, which Sheriff Wheeler clarified is to get the SHOs off the streets. Chairman Tippin announced that he would support the motion not only because it is a grant, but also because it will be an effective program. The two new positions will be positive additions. It will also be a factor in his mind at budget time. Commissioner Ginn thought it important to remember that grants come with strings attached, mostly financial. She wanted to support the motion but felt she did not have enough information and was not sure it is necessary for Indian River County. She asked for more information, whereupon Sheriff Wheeler offered to come visit her -and explain the savings in monies that had occurred under his administration. Sheriff Wheeler believed in this program because it allowed the different agencies to communicate so that each agency is aware of the constraints and restrictions placed on the offender. Additional discussion followed concerning statistics and percentages, which Sheriff Wheeler will make available. The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION and the motion carried 4-1 (Commissioner Ginn opposed). Sheriff Wheeler indicated that he would send more data to Commissioners although it might take some time because it would have to be obtained by hand from their booking log. April 7,1998 37 [1Q0K FICC L