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residential community, the manatee areas, the grass beds, and the sailboat areas; however, we do have a 30 day cancellation clause if there is any problem. Mr. Davis advised that he has discussed with the Marine Patrol the area where they can operate without interfering with anything. Commissioner Scurlock asked if anything in the lease limits the water ski operation, and Mr. Davis advised that he will only have one ski boat, and he did not mind limiting this in the lease. Chairman Bird next noted that there will be no bait or equipment sales from the causeway, and Mr. Davis stated that was never his intention but apparently there has been some misunderstanding about it with Mr. Parsons. He has been trying to set up with him to purchase shrimp and tackle to go with the rentals. If someone rents a boat and wants to go fishing, he would like to have tackle and bait available for them, and he has to purchase it somewhere, which obviously will have to be some place else. It does read there is a choice of fishing or skiing equipment available with all rentals, but he is not renting it. Chairman Bird stated that he would have a problem with them dispensing any of this from the causeway. Mr. Davis emphasized that he just wants to say that for bait and tackle, this is where you go to get that and also you have to have a license for fishing. He does not sell food or beverages, and he does not allow alcohol in any of his boats. Chairman Bird again pointed out that this is a 1 -year license and cancellable in 30 days, and he felt if it is run professionally and according to our understanding here this morning, it can provide additional recreational opportunities and can be an asset. He knows that area can be overused and that some residents have a concern so we must be sure this operation is compatible with a tranquil atmosphere. He further noted that we are only charging a minimal amount the first year to allow them to get started, and financial figures are to be provided at the end of the year. He would anticipate that at the start of the second year we may be looking for some increase in remunera- tion to the county. Mr. Davis agreed this has been discussed, and he has no problem with it. Mr. Steven Parsons, 6895 73rd St., Wabasso, came before the Board and was upset that there was no public notice about something this important to the North County. He personally did not see why there should be any business on the causeway; it was meant for the public; and he did not see why all this activity is ''UL 1991 61 BOOK