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3. Tones' Pier Conservation Area Indian River County BCC respectfully requests that you SUPPORT an appropriation of $120,000 in matching funds for a restoration project at the Jones' Pier Conservation Area °PCA). Specifically, the County is proposing to implement a management plan for the site that restores ecological value, while at the same time utilizes the ex- isting buildings on the property for public access and display of educational and historical exhibits. To this end, the County has developed a Master Plan for the site that includes elements such as: (1) the design of public access facilities including buildings, restrooms, trails and parking; (2) the restoration of wetlands and native uplands on- site; (3) the development of an outdoor classroom for use by local schools and other organizations; (4) the conser- vation and habitat enhancement of an existing Florida gopher tortoise population; (5) the establishment of com- munity gardens to promote environmentally sensitive & sustainable practices; (6) the establishment of native planting corridors along the trails, and (7) the possible development of a native plant nursery (where feasible). Although not funded by the Florida Legislature, FDEP awarded $50,000 to create a salt marsh and en- hance habitats at the Jones Pier Conservation Area. 91 12