CALL TO ORDER:  The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gene Tucker at 6:01 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG:  Chairman Tucker led the reciting of the “Pledge Of Allegiance”.

MOMENT OF SILENCE:  Chairman Tucker asked everyone in attendance to remain standing for a Moment of Silence in honor of Commissioner Rik Larson.

ROLL CALL FOR THE RECORD:

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:  Town Manager Tom Burns and Residents Jesus Ortega, Richard Hoffert, Annie Reid, Melissa Wemyss and Darrin Habel.

OLD BUSINESS:  A motion was made by Member Wagner to approve the minutes of the January 12, 2005 meeting.  Member Gable seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously.

TREE VARIANCE FOR 18 SHALIMAR DRIVE :  The owner of 18 Shalimar Drive is requesting a variance to have a protected Oak tree that was damaged by Hurricane Ivan removed from his front yard.  A large portion of the tree was removed because of wind damage and now the homeowner is concerned that the remaining portion of the tree presents a safety hazard to his children and home.  Member Behnken made a motion that the tree not be removed until an arborist can evaluate the tree to satisfy the interest of the town and the applicant.  Member Gable seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:      

          March 8, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. – Next Town Commission Meeting

          March 30, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. – Next Planning and Zoning Meeting

ADJOURNMENT:  Vic e-Chairman Wagner moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:45 p.m.   Member Dove-McLain seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.