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Misty Pursel From: MaryJo <aussiejo@comcast.net> Sent. Monday, January 25, 2016 8:56 AM To: Wesley S. Davis Subject: 510/512 Canoe/Kayak Launch Wesley, Thank you for taking the time to speak with me, on the issue of the 510/512 canoe/kayak launch. As a regular kayaker in the area and an employee of About Kayaks River Rentals --and in conjunction with other local kayakers, outfitters, and tour guides—we have found that the launch site is not easily and safely accessible for kayakers, although it is used by many. We believe there is a general safety issue there for all kayakers/canoers/paddlers and would like to see it become more ADA -configured. I personally have witnessed people fall trying to launch kayaks from the dock and from maneuvering to the bank for a more stable launch. It would be wonderful if we could design a natural launch option, but considering how the area floods, I believe it would take more time and money to create and maintain such as option. I have researched and spoken with a company called Kayak Docks that works with local, state, and national parks to make canoe/kayak docks more easily accessible and improve safety concerns for all to enjoy getting out on the water. They work closely with the Wounded Warrior Project and other organizations to help people with disabilities have a chance to experience the serene nature that comes from kayaking. Depending on what we all agree we need, want, and can afford, improvements could be made for anywhere from $2,000.00 to $14,000.00. Kayak Docks has a support crew that would be able to assist us as well. The St. Sebastian River is such a beautiful and tranquil place that the kayak community is willing to help in seeing this improvement come to light. We hope to speak to you and the other county commissioners on the subject at the next meeting in February. Here is a link to Kayak Docks for you to review: http://www.kayakdock.com/ 04,