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Exhibit "D" <br />DRAFT v 10...2-17-09 <br />INDIAN RIVER LAND TRUST <br />Lagoon Greenway Plan <br />Purpose of the Lagoon Greenway <br />The purpose of the Indian River "Lagoon Greenway" is to create a trail system for public <br />access to the Indian River Lagoon between the South Relief Canal and the lith Street <br />Bridge for a variety of recreational and educational uses. <br />Overview of Greenway Plan <br />The Lagoon Greenway Plan is the means to bring the Lagoon Greenway to reality. Based <br />on the goals set forth below, the Plan encompasses three major elements: <br />1. Resource inventory and an analysis of the opportunities and challenges associated <br />with the establishment of a greenway trail system and related facilities; <br />2. Layout and cost estimates for proposed phased trail/elevated walk segments, parking <br />areas, access points and amenities; and <br />3. Recommendations for an organizational structure, timeline and possible funding <br />sources for the Lagoon Greenway's development and long-term management. <br />Lagoon Greenway Goals <br />The following set of goals and strategies for the Lagoon Greenway are derived from <br />discussions among involved local and state agency staff, members of the Lagoon <br />Greenway Advisory Committee and Indian River Land Trust board and staff. <br />1. Create a continuous set of pathways for non -motorized use through the upland and <br />lowland areas along the Indian River Lagoon with ample public access as appropriate. <br />a. Make use of existing unimproved mosquito district impoundment roads <br />b. Provide a diversity of connected pathways and boardwalks <br />c. Create safe direct access from adjacent neighborhoods and public properties <br />2. Provide for a diversity of recreational and educational opportunities within the <br />Greenway Planning Area as appropriate for the residents and visitors of Indian River <br />County. Recreational activities should include: <br />a) bicycling, jogging and walking; b) lagoon viewing; c) canoe/kayak access; d) fishing; <br />e) wildlife observation & study; and f) fitness. <br />Page 1 of 4 <br />