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A lengthy discussion ensued regarding the level of service standards, the necessity of <br /> certain traffic impact fees , the calculation of impact fee trips versus human behavior, the <br /> methodology of Impact Fee Studies, the high cost of commercial traffic impact fee rates , and <br /> whether the addition of neighborhood establishments attracts new growth . <br /> The Chairman opened the floor to public comment. <br /> Peter Robinson , Laurel Homes, stressed that Impact Fee Studies are based on national <br /> standards . He did not feel Indian River County could match these standards, and offered <br /> suggestions . <br /> Don Wright, Sebastian, did not feel the Impact Fee Study was appropriate for Indian <br /> River County at this time, thought it would be a waste of money, and offered suggestions . <br /> Jeff Thompson , 2307 Seville Avenue, Vero Beach, opposed the Impact Fee Study at this <br /> time, and thought it should be put on hold for two years . <br /> MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Davis, <br /> SECONDED by Vice Chairman Wheeler, to deny staff' s <br /> recommendation. <br /> Commissioner Davis wanted this discussion on impact fees to be considered a "revisit" <br /> since the Ordinance requires review every three years . <br /> The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION and the <br /> Motion carried unanimously . The Board denied staff <br /> authorization to initiate the Impact Fee Update Study <br /> process . <br /> March 15 , 2011 16 <br />