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either Floridians, or from New York and New Jersey, with a good number from Canada and Pennsylvania. Californians make up a good number of tourists in this county because they take cruises out of Miami and stay in this area rather than in Miami. Dr. Redmond discussed Table 11 which indicates the various reasons for visiting Indian River County. He pointed out that non - hotel visitors, those who stay in condos or campgrounds or with friends or relatives, tend to stay longer than visitors who stay in hotels. The table contains information on reasons for vacationing in the county, facilities enjoyed, and average spending per party. Dr. Redmond noted an increase in short-term planners. Commissioner Scurlock felt the short-term planning could be because of the economy, less foreign travel and short stays; Dr. Redmond agreed. Commissioner Bowman felt that as the season approaches, the tourists who come here will have made their plans much farther in advance. Dr. Redmond agreed and said they will be watching for that. Other questions asked of tourists included what facility they used and enjoyed while they were here and what side trips they took. The category titled "other" was not specifically identified. Dr. Redmond mentioned he is awaiting approval from the Los Angeles office to survey Dodgertown during spring training. Chairman Eggert asked for a definition of "attraction," and what would be an attraction that is not cultural or Disneyworld. Dr. Redmond felt unsure what might be included in that category in Indian River County. Commissioner Bowman suggested it might include the Indian River Festival, air show and bike race. She also was interested to know the destinations of people who exit I-95 at CR512 and SR60. Dr. Redmond said that would be a different kind of survey, but during the festival and air show and bike race, surveyors would get some of that information. Dr. Redmond addressed the results of the question asking where tourists got information about Indian River County. He felt because this report was based on few questionnaires he would not put a great deal of emphasis on the result, but it gives a perspective for comparison over time. He felt with an increase in the number of questionnaires at chamber of commerce offices and in the number of surveys at the upcoming events, more information will be obtained. Commissioner Bird understood the report will be sent monthly and requested a quarterly update to the Commission by Dr. Redmond. Dr. Redmond agreed to do so. 19 F F a° "�Q I9 � BOOK b ;,,c