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Vice Chairman Davis agreed that in terms of economic development strategy, it would be <br />a positive move for the leadership of the local government to welcome the prospective business. <br />MOTION WAS MADE by Vice Chairman Davis to <br />designate special funding to welcome and promote a site <br />selection company that is visiting the County on behalf of <br />a specific company or the representatives of a specific <br />company. MOTION DIED for lack of a SECOND. <br />Penny Chandler, Indian River County Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber), discussed <br />past welcomes that were orchestrated by the Chamber, and noted that a client does not always <br />want to go public initially. She affirmed that the entire staff of the Chamber is willing and able <br />to help with economic development. <br />Commissioner Zorc stressed that once a company does go public, he wants them to know <br />that the County government is eager to accommodate their needs. <br />Vice Chairman Davis observed that what Commissioner Zorc is looking for is a <br />hospitality package from the entire Board. It is the five Commissioners saying "Welcome to <br />Indian River County, and thank you for coming!" <br />Commissioner O'Bryan suggested adding a line item in the EDC budget for County <br />Government promotion of client visits. <br />Chairman Flescher observed that placing welcoming signs around the County will not be <br />the factor that draws companies to the area. He stated that the EDC and Chamber are already in <br />place and capable of getting things done. <br />Commissioner Solari maintained that the Board should reconsider this matter after it is <br />vetted by the EDC. <br />BK 144 PG 0:44; <br />July 2, 2013 31 <br />