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1O.B.I. REQUEST TO SPEAK FROM JOSE LAMBIET REGARDING GUN SHOWS AT <br />THE FAIRGROUNDS <br />Jose Lambiet, 1430 Treasure Cove Lane, asked the Board to stop allowing gun shows at <br />the Indian River County Fairgrounds, which he noted was public land. He was concerned that <br />guns were being sold without the proper background checks, and said that the potential exists for <br />violence if the guns end up in the wrong hands. He also suggested that the Shenff place <br />undercover agents at the shows to ensure that every transaction is legal. <br />Chairman Flescher supported the gun shows. He affirmed that they have been conducted <br />in a safe manner with no incidents. <br />Vice Chairman Davis declared that the gun shows are an appropriate use of the <br />Fairground facilities. <br />Commissioner Zorc referenced a 13 -year court case to point out that there is significant <br />court litigation in favor of the promoters who want to have gun shows at public facilities. <br />The Chairman invited public comments. <br />Renee Renzi, Waverly Place, voiced opposition to the gun shows, and to the type of <br />culture that she believes they promote. <br />Commissioner Solari supported the nght of law abiding citizens to attend the gun shows. <br />Frederick L. Lipfert, 2536 rt Street, was concerned about the opportunities for illegal <br />gun purchases at the perimeter of the Fairgrounds, and asked the Board to provide a security <br />presence in that area. <br />January 15,'2013 7 <br />43 PG 379 <br />