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believe it should be an outside, independent consultant as opposed to staff doing yet another study, or the IAFF, or the Teamsters. The fundamental question is, is there a need for change in the manner in which we deliver our services. From his perspective, he thought the County had quite an excellent level of services both in fire and rescue, particularly fora community of our size. Commissioner Macht felt that Administrator Chandler's opinion is shared by many others who have been very complimentary of our emergency services. Commissioner Adams thought that ESDAC felt the issue was over their head and that it was too politically charged at this point. The ultimate decision rests with the Board of County Commissioners. Obviously, if nothing is done, a lot of money will be saved. But the Board will need to address the issue sometime. In response to Vice Chairman Stanbridge concerning a time frame, Administrator Chandler thought it would take several months since a draft RFP would have to be developed to come back before the Board. Commissioner Macht felt a great deal of money would be expended to solve a political situation and suggested putting it off for several months. ON MOTION by Commissioner Macht, SECONDED BY Chairman Ginn, the Board unanimously agreed not to take any action on this recommendation. March 20, 2001 B1(i i /' 668 -t 196