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BOOK 90 FA ,UF 3, 9 3 built for users of the resort amenities on the west -side of AlA. The tunnel is intended for pedestrians, bicycles, golf carts and utility vehicles. Commissioner Eggert was concerned that employees will acquire the habit of using the crosswalk rather than the pedestrian tunnel. Mr. Boling assured the Board that design plans include signs and vegetation to encourage use of the tunnel. Mr. Boling assured the Board that all signs and icons will follow the requirements of the ordinance. Commissioner Eggert clarified that the planned bandstand is designed for small groups playing quiet music and is similar to others along the beach. Commissioner Eggert pointed out that her personal experience in recovering from torn ligaments and progressing from wheelchair through walker through quad -cane has made her aware of how parking facilities can cause problems for the handicapped. Even with valet parking, it is sometimes painful to stand and wait for the valet to bring the car. Things like potted plants that jut out into the walkway or flooring that is rough can cause large problems for the handicapped. Commissioner Adams led discussion regarding the design of the pedestrian tunnel. - Public Works Director Jim Davis reported that the pedestrian tunnel will be partially below the grade of the roadway and AlA will be elevated slightly. There will be a gentle slope to the road with a total vertical increase of 4 to 5 feet and it will level out 800 feet south of the intersection of AlA and CR -510. Commissioner Macht led discussion regarding the section of staff's memo titled "Specific Land Use Criteria," paragraph d.: "Accessory use may include meeting rooms or clubhouses for the exclusive use of the occupants and guests.... The accessory use shall not be operated or promoted in such a manner as to invite the patronage of the general public." Commissioner Macht reminded the Board that at the meeting of March 30, 1993, he asked the specific question: Will the hotel, now known as the main building, be available for drop-in accommodations or reservations arranged by travel agents for the public in general, and the answer at that time was, "Absolutely." Mr. Boling explained that the quote from staff's memo regarding the accessory use provision applies in the residentially zoned portion of the project, but those restrictions would not apply in the commercially zoned portion of the project. The amenities in the project which will be open to the public as well as resort users will be within the commercially zoned portion of the project. 46