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The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. Fred Mensing, 7580 129th Street, stressed the importance of redistricting. There being no other speakers, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing. The Chairman reiterated that the next Public Hearing was scheduled for Tuesday, September 20, 2011, at 9:00 a.m., at Sebastian City Hall. Attorney Polackwich reminded the Board that even though no action was required today, in order for this process to come to conclusion on October 18, 2011, the Board would need to vote on a final proposal on September 20, 2011, so staff can have enough time to prepare the documents for final adoption. IO.A.2. BOARD REVIEW OF COMMITTEE TERMS ISSUES (LEGISLATIVE) PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD Attorney Polackwich reviewed his memorandum dated August 30, 2011, to provide background on issues regarding the terms of office for members of the County's committees. He pointed out the issues of an underlying ordinance which contains an internal inconsistency, and the elimination of the position that handled the monitoring of the committee member terms. In an attempt to correct the situation, the County Attorney recommended: (1) amending the ordinance from a two to four-year term so the internal inconsistency will be eliminated; (2) developing a new list of committee member terms that will serve as a baseline in moving forward; and (3) adopting a resolution that will appoint all committee members to specified terms, and establish a system to monitor the terms. He suggested one person oversee the process for accuracy, and volunteered his office to perform the function. September 13, 2011 12 373