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BOOK 10 ['AGE 438 Chairman Wheeler didn't want to see an RV park in there either, but he was uncertain about his feelings on the apartment rentals. He did like the idea of walk-in camping, and would like to see a facility there to support the people who would forget ice, sunglasses, etc. He had a problem, however, with concession stands renting out boogey boards or whatever. He would like it to be as passive as possible, but would like to see a substantial fee charged for the camping sites because that area is unique. Commissioner Scurlock felt that all of these questions regarding the village rentals and the camping facilities should be addressed before the design concept is approved, but Director Davis explained that we are not looking at camping in Phase I. There has been talk of adding a economics mini -study to the project to see what is feasible in terms of low-key revenue producing activities. Lengthy discussion ensued relating to the problems that come from having revenue generating activities and facilities. Commissioner Bowman had a big problem with having the parking lot in the Targe clearing right out in the sun. She pointed out that you don't have to line up your cars in a row -- you can scatter your parking throughout the park under the trees. In fact, she didn't see the necessity of having so many parking spaces included in Phase I. Mr. Smith envisioned the end project to be something like Sea Oaks where they could tuck the parking in under the trees. They wouldn't have to go in and pave everything, just a little as they go along. He emphasized that the master plan is just a guide. Director Davis reiterated that we have submitted a grant to the DNR for $120,000 in construction funds. However, that grant application will not be reviewed until March or April of next year, so it might not be until June or July before we even know if we have a grant. If we get the grant, and if the Board 38