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reputation with the Judges in the Courthouse. He spoke with Ms. Chioffi, the Executive Director at C.O.R.E., who advised they would be very interested in the opportunity to perform the services for the County's misdemeanor cases at no cost to the County; they would also continue the work program. If the Board were to decide to take staff's recommendation, C.O.R.E.'s services would begin immediately. The County would still have approximately 500 cases until they are closed out and would continue with the remaining probation officer and staff member through the end of this fiscal year. In recommending this financially desirable and successful program, he explained how the transition of probation cases to C.O.R.E. would occur and the cost savings to the County. He expected to have a contract for the Board to review for approval at the next meeting. In response to inquiries, Mr. Frame gave assurances that remaining employees will be absorbed as appropriate vacancies occur. ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Ginn, SECONDED BY Commissioner Neuberger, the Board unanimously approved the concept of outsourcing the probation services utilizing the services of The C.O.R.E., Inc., while recognizing that a contract is currently being drafted by the County Attorney's Office and that the contract shall be presented for the Board's review and approval at the May 20, 2003, County Commission Meeting, as recommended in the memorandum. May 13, 2003 16