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Joseph E. Flescher CO District 3
Chairman
District 2 Peter D. O 'Bryan
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Wesley S. Davis District 4
Vice Chairman ORIBob Solari
District I District 5
July 2 , 2013
Office of Greenways and Trails
Department of Environmental Protection
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Mail Station 795
Tallahassee , FL 32399-3000
To Whom It May Concern :
On behalf of the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners , please consider
this a letter of support on behalf of the St. Johns River Alliance (SJRA) for endorsement
of their application to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection 's Office of
Greenways and Trails designating the St . Johns River as a paddling trail and part of the
State' s blueway system .
SJRA , a 501 (c)3 not-for-profit organization , preserves , protects , restores and celebrates
the St . Johns River as an American Heritage River in recognition of its ecological ,
historic , economic, recreational and cultural significance . SJRA promotes tourism in
Indian River County and is working collaboratively to develop a combined greenway-
blueway system for the entire 310 miles of Florida' s river that uniquely flows north .
As a part of this endorsement , the County agrees to maintain its existing facilities along
the St . Johns River — any existing boat ramps or other It launch facilities and any
existing camping or picnic facilities , etc. The County makes no commitment to enhance
these facilities , unless funds become available in the future .
We hope that you will look favorably upon their request , as we are thankful the SJRA is
an integral component in raising environmental awareness , promoting good health
through outdoor recreation and boosting eco-tourism for our current and future
generations of Indian River County residents .
1801 27u' Street, Building A
Vero Beach, FL 32960
(772) 2264490
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Office of Greenways and Trails
Department of Environmental Protection
July 2 , 2013
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Thank you for your consideration . I am always happy to answer any questions or
provide additional information in furtherance of support. Please do not hesitate to
contact me at 772 226 1493 .
Sincerely,
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Commissioner, District 2
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