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1.3 Approximate Wetland Boundary Depiction GKE will depict the approximate wetland boundaries as recorded with the GPS on an aerial image and provide this information in map format (Adobe PDF). The approximate wetland boundary points will also be provided in an AutoCAD compatible format, if requested. IA Wetland Jurisdictional Summary Memorandum GKE will provide a brief narrative describing the methodology used and the resultant findings of the wetland delineation in Task 1.0 above. This will include information necessary to initiate agency coordination for field review. 1.5 Endangered & Threatened / Species of Special Concern Surveys GKE will complete a protected species survey on the referenced site. GKE ecologist will conduct a preliminary systematic survey for protected species in general accordance with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC) Guidelines. GKE ecologist will record observations of listed protected species and features that may indicate species presence. Physical features may include, but are not limited to, tree markings, burrows, tracks, nests, scat, and cavity trees. GKE will request that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission (FFWCC) review their files for the presence of any listed species that may be present onsite findings of the above will be provided in a written report. This phase does not include a "site specific survey" for the Florida scrub jay or the gopher tortoise if required and as described in State and Federal regulations. However, the potential for occurrence of these two (2) species, in addition to others, will be addressed in the report. If either of these two (2) species exist or are believed to utilize the site(s), a separate proposal to address this issue will be provided. 1.6 Agency Coordination GKE will coordinate a visit to CR 510 and its associated wetland impact sites with staff of the Indian River County Planning Division (IRC), St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and Indian River Mosquito Control District (IRMCD), and discuss impacts, management, and mitigation, as necessary to identify wetland impacts, review and approve the landward extent of the appropriate wetland lines established by GKE. PHASE II 2.0 PERMITTING SUBMITTAL ASSISTANCE 2.1 UMAM Preparation If mitigation is needed for project related impacts, GKE biologist will perform a functional analysis of the proposed wetland impact areas using the Uniform Mitigation Assessment Methodology (UMAM) as defined in Chapter 62-345, Florida Administrative Code. In addition to the UMAM, USACE data sheets will be completed for each wetland to be impacted within the project corridor. 2.2 Mitigation Alternatives Analysis A variety of alternatives will be considered and evaluated, including onsite / off-site mitigation and Mitigation Banking, 2.3 Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) Application Wetland impact permitting will be accomplished through submittal of the joint ERP application to both the SJRWMD and USACE by the Client. GKE will provide the necessary environmental support information/ reports for the wetland related issues within the ERP application(s) to the Client. Permitting coordination will include attendance at one (1) Pre -Application Meeting with SJRWMD and two (2) meetings with Client and/or Indian River County. The Client shall act as the clearing house for all ERP documentation and RAI submittals. 2.4 Coordination of ACOE GKE will assist in coordination during the ACOE's review of the permit application. Additionally, GKE will coordinate with the ACOS, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and National Marine Fisheries, should there be a requirement to mitigate for impacts to wood stork core foraging area (CFA) or essential fish habitat (EFH). CR 510 Road Widening / GKE Contract Page 2 of 5 July 28, 2008