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Fred Weinkauff, 230 44' Terrace SW, was opposed to the development plan and asked the Board to reject it. Patricia Gibson, 494511` Place SW, was opposed and cited concerns with too many homes in too small an area and increased traffic. Bill Terry, 4210 12' Street SW, a resident of Shady Oaks, was opposed to the request. He stated that he had moved from Palm Beach County and envisioned a similar influx in this area due to the high density of this concept. Brian Heady, Vero Beach, spoke in opposition to the request and stated the Board had no obligation to enrich developers. He criticized the Chairman for requesting no applause to speakers' comments. The Board should consider owners' rights who purchased their property because they believed in the integrity of the zoning. He believed the employment opportunities in Indian River County for people who lived in this development did not exist. He was concerned that by continuing with this type of development, the quality of life in Indian River County will be diminished. Ellen Arnsmeier, 5768 9'h Street SW, advised that Mr. And Mrs. Jones were not able to come to the meeting. She spoke on their behalf also in endorsing this development which will be directly adjacent to their properties. She pointed out the petition signers live far from the development area. She preferred to see a development with amenities as opposed to individual single family homes. She endorsed this above-average development as a welcome addition to the area. Peter Robinson supported the Chairman's earlier request for no applause; he appreciated not having that occur. Denise Shaw, 415 43' Avenue SW, was concerned this development and the area will become like Port St. Lucie. She asked if the school system was ready for this influx of people. She suggested the Board give the county a chance to catch up. January 11, 2000 49