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Ecological Associates, Inc.—Scope of Work and Cost Proposal 4 survey will be conducted within the Sector 3 Phase 2 Project Area immediately following completion of sand placement and two weeks prior to sea turtle nesting season. The length, average height category, and approximate maximum height (as described below)will be recorded for all scarps that may impede turtles from reaching suitable nesting habitat. A summary report will be provided to APTIM so that actions may be taken to remove the scarps prior to nesting season,if necessary. The pre-season scarp survey will be charged only?f the survey is necessary. Following completion of construction or beginning on March 1, 2022 (whichever is later), scarp surveys will be conducted on a weekly basis within the Sector 3 Phase 2 Project Area through October 31, 2022. In accordance with FWC protocol, scarps are functionally defined as an abrupt change in beach slope (greater than 45°) at least 18 inches in height that persists for a distance of 100 feet or more. The location of both the northern and southern terminus of each scarp will be recorded by GPS and average scarp height assigned to one of three categories (0 to 2 feet, 2 to 4 feet, and 4 feet or higher). Additionally, the maximum height of each scarp will be measured. The location (relative to R-monuments), approximate length, height category, maximum height, and percentage of beach scarped will be presented in tabular and/or graphic format for reporting purposes. EM will notify APTIM of any persistent scarps within the Project Area that may interfere with sea turtle nesting.APTIM shall be responsible for notifying FWC of the presence of those scarps and for coordinating any remediation measures,if required.Scarp monitoring will be charged at a weekly rate.Any services required of EAI during scarp consultation and leveling will be charged separately on a time and materials basis. Tasks 7a-7b: Lighting Surveys (FDEP Specific Condition 20) Two surveys(one between May 1 and May 15 and another between July 15 and August 1) of beachfront lighting conditions within the Project Area will be performed. The location,number, and type of lights visible from the beach and not in compliance with Indian River County's lighting regulations will be documented and reported to the County. Photos (long exposure, without flash) will also be taken of all lights visible from the nourished beach. A sub-meter GPS will be used to record coordinates from which observations are made and results will be provided to APTIM in standard report form as well as on an Excel spreadsheet. Reports, including recommendations for correcting problem lights, will be provided within 30 days of each survey. It shall be the responsibility of APTIM to work with Indian River County to notify property owners of non-compliant lights.Following submission of an annual report on enforcement actions(to be prepared by APTIM/Indian River County),an EAI lighting specialist will participate in a meeting with APTIM, Indian River County, FWC, and USFWS to discuss the survey reports and marine turtle disorientations documented within the Project Area.