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I Ms . Gudeman June % 2007 Page 2 The purpose of this survey is to locate and assess any cultural resources -that may be present. The survey should include terrestrial subsurface testing and utilize the following modern remote sensing technology: magnetometer data, side-scan sonar data, depth recorded capabilities, and sub-bottom profiler. The remote sensing data should be real-time correlated with Differential Global Positioning System data. Ari accredited nautical archaeologist with experience in the operation of remote sensing instrumentation and specific knowledge of Florida' s maritime history should direct the survey. Divers with specific training in underwater archaeological techniques should groundAruth all anomalies that may indicate a potential significant cultural resource. The resultant survey report shall conform to the specifications set forth in Chapter 1A46, Florida Administrative Code. The report must be forwarded to this agency prior to initiating bottom or ground disturbing activities in order to complete the review process . The results of the investigations will determine if significant historic properties would be disturbed by this project . In addition, if significant remains are located, the data and consultant' s conclusions will assist this office in determining measures for avoiding, minimizing, or mitigating adverse affects to historic properties listed, or eligible for listing in the NRNP, or otherwise of historical or architectural significance. Because this letter and its contents are a matter of public record, consultants who have knowledge of our requests may contact the applicant or the applicant' s agent . This should in no way be interpreted as an endorsement by this agency. The Division of Historical Resources does not maintain a list of professional archaeologists who are qualified to work in the State of Florida and/or who meet the Secretary of the Interior ' s Standards for federally involved archaeological projects as specified in 36 CFR 61 , Appendix A. However, the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) maintains a membership directory that may be useful in locating professional archaeological consultants (<httv ://www.pranet.orWabout.hLm>) who work in the area. Many qualified archaeologists are not members of RPA and omission from the list does not imply that an archaeologist does not meet the Secretary' s Standards or that work would not be acceptable. Likewise, inclusion on the list is no guarantee that an archaeologist' s work will automatically be acceptable. As with any contractor, the applicant should request and check references and recent work history: For any questions concerning our comments, please contact April Westerman, $istoric Preservationist, by electronic mail at amwestermanOdos. state. fl .us or by phone at (850) 245 - 6333 . We appreciate your continued interest in protecting Florida' s historic properties . Sincerely, Frederick P . Gaske, Director, and State Historic Preservation Officer Xc : Lois Edwards , Coastal Technology Corporation Enclosures