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improve appropriate public access to that area, in a way that protects the environment and everyone's rights to that road and the river. In addition to the dedication of the right-of-way, Windsor Polo Club Associates have advised that they are willing to dedicate a 100 -ft. wide parcel up to 300 feet deep on the southwesterly corner that could serve as additional park area or the location of an observation platform overlooking the Refuge. Chairman Scurlock noted that he did not see a utility easement through there, which will be required. Mr. Swift introduced into the record editorials from the February 10th issue of the Sebastian Sun and February 21st issue of the Press -Journal, encouraging the approval of the Windsor Polo Club because of its low-density and high-quality nature. In closing, Mr. Swift emphasized that they look forward to being contributing members to the community and would be glad to answer any question on the conceptual plan being presented this morning. Mr. Swift asked permission for John J. Morrison, a member of the Scenic Traits Committee, to speak in regard to the historical significance of the Trail. Chairman Scurlock said that would be fine if he kept it brief, because the Board does not want to get into a debate as he believed it is a forgone conclusion that the community perceives there to be historic and scenic value to the north portion of Jungle Trail. Mr. Morrison introduced into the record a copy of the Agreement for Lease of Lands of the Trustees of the Internal Improvement Fund of the State of Florida dated May 23, 1968. LEASE AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD. Mr. Morrison emphasized that he does not have any financial interest or other interest in the proposed Windsor Polo Club. His interests are solely as a civic activist supporting an 65 FEB 28 1980 Boot( 71 FAH 65