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BOOK 23 PAuC 335 Commerce, Division of Community Assistance discussed two changes that were recommended by the Board from the February 15th meeting. Chairman Hayes opened the public hearing. No one present spoke in favor of or in opposition to the above referenced Master Plan. Chairman Hayes closed the public hearing. Commissioner Paschal moved to approve the Updated Master Plan for Parks and Recreation as presented. Upon a vote, the results were as follows: Aye: Dalrymple, Hayes, Kelly, Oldham, Paschal, Reives, and Shook Nay: None The Chairman ruled the motion had been adopted unanimously. The Board conducted a public hearing that had been advertised for this date and time to hear comments in reference to the FY 2010-11 Community Transportation Grant for COLTS. Senior Services Director Debbie Davidson outlined the grant and stated that $158,935.00 for Administrative and Employee Development and $15,119.00 for the replacement of 18 digital mobile radio units and 3 mobile devices was being requested. Chairman Hayes opened the public hearing. Mr. George Wilberg, 5021 Simpson Drive, Sanford, spoke in favor of the transportation grant. No one present spoke in opposition to the transportation grant. Chairman Hayes closed the public hearing. Commissioner Reives moved to approve the FY 2010-11 COLTS Community Transportation Program grant as presented. Upon a vote, the results were as follows: Aye: Dalrymple, Hayes, Kelly, Oldham, Paschal, Reives, and Shook Nay: None The Chairman ruled the motion had been adopted unanimously. The Board heard a presentation from Tax Administrator Dwane Brinson concerning a social media initiative designed to improve communication, transparency and accountability between Lee County Government and its stakeholders. Mr. Brinson stated that a social media committee had been formed to implement a pilot program and obtain feedback from the public in reference to the program. An email address has been set up for citizens and employees to contact committee members with ideas and suggestions. After discussion, the consensus of the Board was to allow public input on the program and continue with the pilot program for 30-60 days. Mr. Brinson was asked to report back to the Board at the April 19, 2010 meeting with an update. No action was taken. The Board considered a Resolution calling for a public hearing at the April 5, 2010 meeting in reference to financing of improvements to Lee County High School. County Manager John Crumpton stated that in order to finance the Lee County High School renovation project, the County must enter 4