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Islands <br />OTETRA TECH <br />As part of the conservation lands section, it is necessary to provide information on natural and spoil islands within <br />the IRL. Several natural islands are located within Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge and Indian River County <br />Conservation Lands program. Spoil islands are managed under the Florida Department of Environmental <br />Protection's Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserve. The section will provide information on the importance of both <br />natural and spoil islands and current management strategies. <br />C. Operational Projects <br />A list of all operational projects with associated costs and benefits. <br />D. Projects Under Construction <br />A list all projects currently under construction with associated costs. <br />E. Upcoming and Funded Projects <br />List all projects which are currently funded and will be implemented in the near future with associated costs and <br />funding sources. <br />F. Potential Projects <br />List all potential projects in each category with a focus on benefits to the Lagoon and community. <br />6. Utilities <br />A. Goals and Objectives <br />Each section begins with a list of the goals and objectives. <br />B. Key Factors <br />Wastewater <br />A section on wastewater was not included in the research and review phase. However, it is necessary to highlight <br />wastewater treatment, including important advances and regulations designed to benefit the Indian River Lagoon. <br />This section will cover historical wastewater issues impacting the Lagoon, transitioning into current wastewater <br />treatment methods and the benefits. Finally, it will provide information on research and advancements in <br />wastewater treatment. <br />Biosolids <br />Biosolids is an important topic for the IRL, other bodies of water, human health and agriculture. Bioso lid categories <br />will be defined, providing information on the processing procedures of each category. Concerns regarding biosolid <br />application, current restrictions and data on biosolid application. <br />Indian River County Lagoon Management Plan Outline 6 79 <br />