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..i._ ✓ k i.. d v .3 ..e 4. g "v <br /> that we are all in the process of aging and taxes are forcing people to abandon their homes . <br /> He objected to paying taxes and felt the Indian River County taxes are too high but did not <br /> personally mind paying more to allow this additional exemption . <br /> Commissioner Adams commented that the procedures regarding this exemption are <br /> set up by state statute and the Board must follow those guidelines . She assured the public <br /> that the application process would be stringent . <br /> Brian Heady understood the hesitation to give out a residence address on a live <br /> broadcast . He believed that the "sunset" idea was a very good one and would serve the <br /> purpose . He felt that persons who had attained the age of 65 have been paying taxes for a <br /> number of years and deserve a break . He found objectionable the requirement to disclose <br /> the sources of income to County officials and to the Internal Revenue Service . He then <br /> complimented Chairman Ginn and pointed out that the Board does not impose time limits <br /> on public speakers . <br /> Charles Hutchinson , 6183 97 ' Street, Sebastian, stated that 21 counties have already <br /> approved this exemption and he was in favor of the ordinance . <br /> Doug Horton , 1719 32nd Avenue , supported the ordinance and noted that seniors were <br /> once treated with respect and are now regarded as " excess baggage " . Seniors have earned <br /> these benefits . <br /> AUGUST 21 , 2001 8K 1 ! 9 PG 2 2 3 <br /> - 32 - <br />