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HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND
1225 Main Street, Sebastian, FL 32958
NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2015 - 6:00 P.M.
"To improve the quality of life in Sebastian by nurturing
the balanced relationship between our citizens and our environment by
protecting, preserving and promoting our natural resources"
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — June 2, 2015 Meeting
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Ovster Restoration
i. Permit status of Army Corp of Engineer's and SJWRMD Comments (Letter Attached)
ii. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Comments on Permit (Letter Attached)
iii. Mr. Gordian's Supply Purchase from Austin Map Project
B. Champion Tree Program
i. Update on the City's Past Tree Program
C. Earth Dav
i. "Let's Chalk About It" Contest Winners (Winning Photos)
ii. Select 2016 Earth Day Date - April 16 or April 23
iii. Procure DJ for Event Music/Master of Ceremonies
iv. Contact Vendors for 2016 Earth Day (List)
PUBLIC INPUT
NEW BUSINESS
A. Natural Resources Board Specific E -Mail Address
9.
STAFF MATTERS
10.
MEMBER MATTERS
11.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA
12.
ADJOURNMENT
ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS
AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY
AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH APPEAL IS TO BE HEARD. SAID APPEAL MUST BE FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE WITHIN TEN DAYS
OF THE DATE OF ACTION. (286.0105 FS).
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THIS
MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT (407)-589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. TWO OR
MORE ELECTED OFFICIALS MAYBE IN ATTENDANCE.
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NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2015 - 6:00 P.M.
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FL
"To improve the quality of life in Sebastian by nurturing
the balanced relationship between our citizens and our environment by
protecting, preserving and promoting our natural resources"
1. Chairman Northcott called the Natural Resources Board meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. ROLL CALL
Members Present:
Alan Northcott — Chairman
Rose Glaser
Bob Progulske
Andrea Ring
James Clifton —Alternate
Jack Lampiasi —Alternate
Members Not Present:
Gil Gordian — Vice Chairman
George Millar (excused)
Staff Present:
Frank Watanabe, City Engineer
Michelle Stromberg, Environmental Specialist
Jeanette Williams, Recording Secretary
(excused)
4. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS - None
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —May 5, 2015 Meeting
The May 5, 2015 minutes were accepted as presented.
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Oyster Mat Project Update
i. Permits Submitted to Army Corp & SJRWMD (Permits)
The Environmental Specialist reported that SJRWMD has received their permit but
not reviewed it. The Army Corp of Engineers permit has also been submitted.
Chairman Northcott noted at the last meeting they were advised to review the
permits together as a Board before submittal and asked why they were sent off. The
City Engineer responded that he submitted the permits on-line to expedite the
process. Mr. Progulske added that locations D and E were included in the permits
so they have some flexibility with placement.
The Environmental Specialist distributed a placement drawing requested by the
SJRWMD. (see attached) The City Engineer explained it depicted the layout of 250 -
16" by 16" mats. He also said SJRWMD will do a field review with the Specialist.
Natural Resources Board Meeting
June 2, 2015
Page Two
Chairman Northcott cited the notation on the layout, "wire mesh panels 2'x 4' with
concrete rubble to be placed on top of base," noting that is not a 16" by 16" mat
using cement donuts as anchors. The City Engineer said the layout was rushed and
the Specialist was trying to show the square footage of the rectangular area using
only four donuts total. Board members pointed out that each mat uses four donuts.
The City Engineer agreed stating more donuts would be needed and that more were
not included in the initial funding that Council approved. He added that at this point
the permits are going to be concerned with how they would be bringing the mats out
to the water and the impact to the shoreline and water quality.
Chairman Northcott cited the Army Corp's permit on page nine that the donuts would
be placed at the intersections. Mr. Progulske said that he did copy the Power
Squadron's permit explanation and they would probably have flexibility when
SJRWMD does the site visit with the Specialist.
The City Engineer apologized for not catching the amount of donuts to be used and
noted for the record, the submitted permits will need to be modified at this point. Mr.
Progulske said he appreciated the Specialist's drawing to give SJRWMD an idea of
the layout noting SJRWMD is very supportive of the project.
Chairman Northcott also noted the layout shows 750 ft.2 of coverage which did not
match the proposed 250 16" x 16" mats. The City Engineer said he would revise the
layout noting he was trying to expedite the permits.
ii. Can the Board Spend Remainder of $2,500 Budget Allocation for Supplies
The City Engineer noted some of the money was disbursed for the Earth Day event
and he thought the City Manager would support the purchase of supplies as long as
the Board members agreed together on the disbursements.
Status of Proposed Eagle Scout Project
The City Engineer said he had sent an e-mail to the Eagle Scout Candidate's father
to have them come to the meeting but he did not hear from them. At this point, there
was no determination as to whether the Eagle Scout Board has approved the
Candidate's project.
The City Engineer confirmed that the Eagle Scout allocation would cover one phase
and the Board's $2,500 would cover more mats or to go forward without the
Candidate.
Ms. Ring asked if the Board had any other needs for their $2,500 allocation.
Chairman Northcott advised he would not like to spend the allocation at this point
and noted they do have some time for the permits to get approved.
Mr. Progulske thanked the City Engineer and Environmental Specialist for their help
with the permits. Chairman Northcott thanked Mr. Progulske for spearheading the
permit applications.
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June 2, 2015
Page Three
The City Engineer conveyed a message from Mr. Gordian that the spat traps have
proved to be successful.
7. PUBLIC INPUT -None.
B. NEW BUSINESS
A. Champion Tree Program (Resolution, List of Champions, Copy of Proclamation)
Mr. Clifton noted the program is listed on their website. He said on the state's
website trees are listed with locations (if they are not on private property) along with
some photographs; there are six champion trees in McKee Botanical Gardens and if
the Board wanted to be responsible for the program, some of the trees should be re-
measured or determined if they still exist or at the very least take the program off
their website.
Discussion followed on the complexity of measuring a tree. Ms. Ring said that she
thought there was a City employee that measures trees. The City Engineer
confirmed the City does conduct tree inspections as required by Code and if the
Board wanted to restart the program he would look into training for the Board
members.
Mr. Progulske suggested the Board determine what standards they want to use to
declare a champion tree, should they separate species, and if they should include
non-native trees.
The City Engineer offered to provide a summary of the program's history and see if
the Board wants to continue at the next meeting.
B. Upcoming Local Events
i. Marine Industries Association 7'" Annual Waterway Cleanup — July 26 2015
(Registration Form. Liability Release)
Ms. Glaser said she would participate as an individual.
ii. Keep Indian River Beautiful Events (Information)
It was determined the Board did not have any materials to display at a table at
the Indian River Mall.
The Board agreed to watch for events they might want to participate in.
C. Earth Day 2016
i. Reserve Riverview Park and Bandshell for April 16 or April 23
The Environmental Specialist offered to see if the Park was available for those
two dates and report back to the Board.
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June 2, 2015
Page Four
9. STAFF MATTERS
The City Engineer said in his e-mail from Gil Gordian that he would be absent, he
believes there was a request to purchase supplies from the Autumn Plant. (Editor's
Note: Mr. Gordian's e-mail references Austin Map Project.) The City Engineer said this
should be placed on the next agenda to give Mr. Gordian a chance to explain his request
and have the Board vote as a whole on the request.
In response to Mr. Lampiasi, the City Engineer confirmed Board members could send
one-way e-mails to each other and have an open dialog with staff if needed.
10. MEMBER MATTERS
Ms. Glaser asked if thank you letters were sent out to Earth Day vendors and prize
donors. It was determined that Mr. Gordian still had the vendor list. Ms. Ring
volunteered to compile a vendor list. The City Engineer offered to obtain the list from Mr.
Gordian, duplicate it and provide the list to all Board members.
Mr. Lampiasi noted his term will expire on his birthday and asked what the
reappointment process would be. The Recording Secretary explained the process.
Mr. Progulske announced there will be a town hall meeting on June 16 at 6 pm at the
Vero Beach Humane Society's office to discuss Target Zero's Plan to have zero
euthanasia of all shelter animals by year 2025. He explained Palm Beach County has
entered into an agreement with Target Zero who is receiving $50 for each cat and $100
for each dog to cover neuter/spay procedures, micro -chipping and rabies vaccinations
for trapped animals that are then released--Trap/Neuter/Release (TNR). Mr. Progulske
said if Indian River County enters into an agreement, his concern is the cats that would
be released and the City of Sebastian is a bird sanctuary, also the County has scrub jay
habitat conservation plans whereby TNR would be unacceptable and the trapped cats
should be euthanized.
Chairman Northcott differed in that cats should be neutered to prevent litters and over
the long term, the population will decrease. Mr. Progulske said the free -reigning cats kill
over one billion birds a year in addition to other wildlife. Ms. Ring asked if the Board
could have a veterinarian or someone talk to them because she understood there will
always be feral cats. Mr. Progulske said re-releasing cats is antithetical to what the City
is trying to do. Chairman Northcott thanked him for bringing the planned meeting to their
attention.
Chairman Northcott reported the Board has been invited to participate in the March 6,
2016 EcoFest. We will be featuring our oyster mats, and the Brevard Zoo, which had
shown oyster mats this year, will instead be showing "oyster gardens".
He also reported that the City's Parks and Recreation Committee is considering disc golf
course at the Stormwater Park which might involve land clearing which concerns him.
The City Engineer has stated it should not be placed on the agenda for discussion until it
had finished being considered by the Parks and Recreation Committee. He explained
the golf course was proposed for the Stormwater Park but SJRWMD opposed the
activity at the passive park.
Natural Resources Board Meeting
June 2, 2015
Page Five
The City's Parks and Recreation Committee then chose to recommend Schumann
Island but at a recent City Council meeting there was considerable citizen opposition so
City Council asked the Parks Committee to approach SJRWMD again. The last
information he was aware of was that SJRWMD is requesting the City to change their
park use agreement for the Stormwater Park if the course is placed there. Mr. Progulske
also expressed land clearing concerns.
11. ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA
Chairman Northcott said he would like to do more educational activities. He asked the
Board to consider other ways they might educate the public before the next meeting.
Mr. Progulske said he would like to have someone from the Florida Forestry Service
speak to them about the prescribed burning of scrub lands. The City Engineer cautioned
the Board that City Council would not support a prescribed burn and they might not want
to pursue such a recommendation in the City. Mr. Progulske said it would be an attempt
to educate everyone on the importance and benefit of a prescribed fire to the scrub
ecosystems.
12. Being no further business, Chairman Northcott adjourned the Natural Resources Board
meeting at 7:08 p.m.
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Chairman Alan Northcott
Date
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
//- JACKSONVILLE DISTRICT CORPS OF ENGINEERS
400 HIGH POINT DRIVE, SUITE 600
COCOA, FL 32926
REPLY June 15
ATTENTION OF , 2015
North Permits Branch
Cocoa Permits Section
SAJ-2015-01763 (NW -TSD)
City of Sebastian
C/o Mr. Frank Watanabe
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, Florida 32958
E-mail address: fwatanabe aOcitvofsebastian.ora
Dear Mr. Watanabe:
This letter is in reference to the Department of the Army (DA) permit application you
submitted for the Sebastian Oyster Mat Restoration project. The project is located in
the Indian River, in Sebastian, Indian River County, Florida. The application has been
assigned number SAJ-2015-01763 (NW -TSD). Please reference this number on all
correspondence concerning your application. Based upon the information provided
your project may qualify for a Nationwide Permit.
While this application originated through the Joint Application Process with the State
of Florida, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) received insufficient information to
evaluate the proposal. The Corps considers your application incomplete, as it does not
provide information needed to review the project and coordinate with the commenting
agencies.
1. Please provide the signed signature page to the application or complete the
attached application form for the proposed project.
2. Please provide a basic and overall project purpose for the project.
3. No exhibits were provided with your application and the application did not include
any description of the proposed work. Please describe in detail the proposed project.
Include monitoring activities that will take place, frequency of the monitoring, and
remediation if the project is not successful.
4. Please provide a plan view drawing so that it reflects all dimensions to the project.
Include the following in your legible plan view drawing:
a. Property boundaries
b. North arrow
c. Road names
d. Name of water body
e. Approximate mean high water line
f. Wetland and surface water locations
g. Types of materials to be used (include anchors, etc...)
h. Dimensions to all proposed features (length, width, and height)
i. Location of the proposed project (referenced from fixed points)
j. Emergent and submerged vegetation
k. Existing water depths referenced to mean low water
I. Turbidity control measures(if applicable)
m. Cross Section location(s)
n. Installation method
o. Identify and state if the area will have markers installed and the type that will
be used. It appears that if sites D or E are proposed that the project may
pose a navigational hazard to the area. Please locate the project so that it
does not pose a navigational hazard in the Indian River.
5. Please provide typical cross sections for the project. Please include the following:
a. Identify section
b. Existing conditions
C. Proposed conditions with description
d. Dimensions to all features within the section
6. Please explain in detail how the project will take place. Include all materials that will
be used to install the project and the following information:
a. how you will access the site,
b. staging of equipment and materials,
c. full description of all types of equipment and materials that will be used to
install the project, (how you will carefully hand place the materials, etc...)
d. anticipated duration it will take to perform the proposed project,
e. anchoring mechanisms i.e. if PVC piling or anchoring mechanisms will be
used include size, the number of piles that will be installed, complete details
regarding how the piles will be installed into the substrate, IF applicable (if
you are using the doughnuts then the PVC piles are not applicable)
f. noise factors (if any) during installation,
g. time of day that the project will be performed,
h. full description of all in water vessels associated with the project,
i. turbidity control devices
j. describe the substrate and approximate water depths the project is located
in
k. describe measures that will be taken to avoid impacts to manatees,
swimming sea turtles and Smalltooth sawfish
I. location of any navigable channel
m. Anticipated in -water work duration (hours or days etc.) to perform the
project.
Please be sure to describe the substrate that the project will be placed on and the
location of emergent and submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), with
the distance away that any emergent and SAV is found.
In order for a Corps of Engineers permit to be issued for the proposed project, we
must received water quality certification or wavier from the State of Florida. Please
forward a copy of either the water quality certification or the wavier to the Corps of
Engineers upon receipt. Any revisions or modification you may propose during the
evaluation process must be coordinated with both the State of Florida and the Corps of
Engineers.
As the application is considered incomplete, no action will be taken on it until the
above -requested information and drawing shave been received. We request that you
provide this information within 30 days. If no response is received, we will assume you
have no further interest in obtaining a Department of the Army permit and the
application will be deactivated. Such action will constitute final action by the
Department of the Army.
You are cautioned that work performed below the mean high waterline or
ordinary high waterline in waters of the United States, or the discharge of dredged or fill
material into adjacent wetlands, without a Department of Army permit could subject you
to enforcement action. Receipt of a permit from the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection or St Johns River Water Management District does not
obviate the requirement for obtaining a Department of Army permit for the work
described above prior to commencing work.
All responses should be directed to Tamy Dabu at 400 High Point Drive, Suite
600, Cocoa, Florida, 32926 or by telephone at 321-504-3771 extension 11, (fax # 321-
504-3803) or by e-mail: tamv.s.dabuCrDusace.army.mil
Sincerely,
Tamy Dabu
Project Manager
Enclosure.
Jeanette Williams
From:
Frank Watanabe
Sent:
Monday, lune 15, 2015 3:48 PM
To:
Michelle Stromberg
Cc:
Jeanette Williams
Subject:
FW: Sebastian Oyster Mat, Item 1282763
Attachments:
142124-1.pdf
Michelle,
Please call the Boy Scout Father and inform him that per Fish and Wildlife, they are recommending oyster bags and not
the mats. That will change all in the material cost. They will need to get a new cost estimate for the bags. You can
email them this letter with the recommendations. We will need to place this on the next NRB agenda.
Frank
From: Melisa Diolosa rmailto:MDiolosa4sjrwmd.com)�
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2015 11:58 AM
To: Michelle Stromberg
Cc: Frank Watanabe
Subject: Sebastian Oyster Mat, Item 1282763
Michelle,
Please see the attached letter from FWC. Make sure the proposed project incorporates the recommendations that FWC
has provided. Thank you.
Melisa
Melisa Diolosa
Regulatory Scientist 11
SIRW\1D
525 Community College Parkway SE
Palm Bav, FL 32909
mdiolosa®sjrwmd.com
phone: 321-676-6622
mobile: 521-659-701 o
fix: 321-722-5357
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Margaret Daniels MAIC_ CENTER
St. Johns River Water Management District
4049 Reid St. PO Box 1429
Florida Fish Palatka, FL 32178-1429 /4Z !27`
and Wildlife CL
Conservation
Commission
Re: City of Sebastian Oyster Mat permit application IND -061-142124-1
Commissioners
Richard A. Corbett
Dear Ms. Daniels:
Chairman
Tampa
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has reviewed the above
Brian Yablonskd
Vice Chairman
referenced application, and provides the following comments and recommendations for
Tallahassee
your consideration. We are providing the following input upon the request of the St.
Ronald M. Bergeron
Lauderdale
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Management District SJRWMD to potential adverse effects
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Richard Hanes
to fish and wildlife.
Oviedo
Aliese P.'Llesa' Paddy
Project Description
Immokalee
Bo Rivard
Panama City
The submitted application proposes to install 444.44 square feet of oyster mat at two sites
Charles W. Roberts III
in western Indian River Lagoon.
Tallahassee
Comments and Recommendations
Executive Staff
Hick Wiley
Based on the information submitted, FWC has the followingcomments and
Executive Director
Eric Sutton
recommendations regarding this project:
Assistant Executive Director
Jennifer Fitzwater
1. We recommend that the applicant confer with the St. Johns River Water Management
Chief of Staff
District seagrass monitoring program to determine if the sites have historically contained
seagrasses. If so, we recommend that sites which do not have a history of seagrass
Presence be considered for the project.
Division of Habitat and
Species Conservation
Thomas Eason, Ph.D.
2. We recommend that oyster shell in bags is the preferred technique for this application.
Director
The site likely receives significant wave action given the fetch in this region. Oyster mats
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were designed for low energyareas andspecifically, for restoringdead margins of
(850) 921-7793 FAX
existing oyster reefs in the cro-tidal Mosquito Lagoon) whereas bagged oyster shell
can withstand greater wave energy regimes.
Managing fish and wildlife
resources for their lon¢term
3. We recommend that larval collecting devices be placed at the sites (various locations
wellbeing and the benefit
of people.
and depths) before the project is conducted to determine if the natural recruitment of
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oysters is sufficient for project success.
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Tallahassee, Florida
4. We recommend placing gaps in the proposed oyster reefs to help create beneficial
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hydrodynamic flow and fish and aquatic wildlife passage corridors between them. The
Width of the oyster reef gaps should be a minimum of five feet spaced at 100 foot
Hearing/speechimpairea:
(800) 9568771(T)
intervals for structures that do not curve toward the shoreline at each end to allow for fish
(800) 9566770 (V) and aquatic wildlife passage to prevent entrapment behind the breakwater and stranding
MyFWC.com at low tide. For structures that curve at either end and restrict any corridor that may have
Ms. Margaret Daniels
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June 11, 2015
been available at the ends of the structure for fish and aquatic wildlife passage, gaps in
the oyster reef should be a minimum of 5 feet in width and placed at every 75 feet along
the structure.
Thank you for the opportunity to review the above referenced application. If you need
further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Jane Chabre either by phone at (850)
410-5367 or at FWCConservationPlannineServices(a2MvFWC.com. If you have specific
technical questions regarding the content of this letter, please contact Jeff Beal at
Jeff.Beal@amyfwe.com.
Sincere
Stephen V.
Leader
Aquatic Habitat Conservation and Restoration
Division of Habitat and Species Conservation
Sebastian Oyster Mat Restoration Project 21204_0611 IS
cc: Jane Chabre, FWC, Jane.ChabrelamyfWc.com
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Indian River County Stormwater Educator & Fertilizer Enforcement Officer
Public Works Dept/Stormwater Division
Work: 772-226-1565
Cell: 772-538-5254
athomas@ircgov.com
"A Healthy Lagoon: Let's Chalk About It" had its first year with great success We had more than 25
contestants and each age group represented. The rain held off until the entire event was over and it was
absolutely beautiful outside; a day filled with ice cream, kayak rides, and chalk galore! I would personally
like to thank the Environmental Learning Center and the Florida Institute of Technology at the Vero
Beach Marine Lab for co -hosting the contest this year with our Stormwater Team, to the volunteers that
came out, and to the City of Sebastian for the amazing Earth Day Celebration Event at Riverview Park.
Without further ado, here are our 2015 chalk contest winners!
In the 5-7 age group, we have Chance Trionfo:
In the 8-10 age group, Roberto Mojica:
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Indian River County Stormwater Educator & Fertilizer Enforcement Officer
Public Works Dept/Stormwater Division
Work: 772-226-1565
Cell: 772-538-5254
athomas@ircgov.com
"A Healthy Lagoon: Let's Chalk About It" had its first year with great success We had more than 25
contestants and each age group represented. The rain held off until the entire event was over and it was
absolutely beautiful outside; a day filled with ice cream, kayak rides, and chalk galore! I would personally
like to thank the Environmental Learning Center and the Florida Institute of Technology at the Vero
Beach Marine Lab for co -hosting the contest this year with our Stormwater Team, to the volunteers that
came out, and to the City of Sebastian for the amazing Earth Day Celebration Event at Riverview Park.
Without further ado, here are our 2015 chalk contest winners!
In the 5-7 age group, we have Chance Trionfo:
In the 8-10 age group, Roberto Mojica:
11-13 age group, Ambrea Trionfo & Alyssa Miller:
And the Adult category, Jess Lessner and Family:
The 14-18 age group, Alexi Dong:
Jess has the right idea: Keep the Lagoon Always Close to Your Heart. Even though this entire event was
to celebrate Earth Day, it is important to always be aware of the Lagoon and the ways it is impacted by
our lives. We have one of the most diverse estuaries in the world right in our back yardl We need to
take care of it every day] We are already looking forward to next year's "A Healthy Lagoon: Let's Chalk
About It" Annual Chalk Art Contest[
If you have any questions or comments about this event, please email athomas@ircgov.com.
earth day 4/18/2015 vendors attended _
1 Nancy Buckingham / honey
2 merry Savoy/ fancy leaf caladiums
form_
no
yes_
arm lucier list(13) need help
1-buckingham (2)
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http://firstrefuge.org/#stha_sh.V7Mge guess
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3 russ bell / friends of pelican island pips no
/ a tree forme
no
handwritten on gill's list
772-202-7002
5 deb
5 deb Sutherland finder keeper recycle beach finds no
6 tay smith / sisp (terry o'toole)
yes
2-o'toole,terry (7)
7 victoria galler / colordancers studios
yes
8 jeff ? / about kayak's
Di
no
on arm's philipson,steve
guess
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10 kristin proth / from kristins kitchen
yes
11 terri cosner / waters edgecreations
yes
3-cosner, terri(4)
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12 tum glover / friends of St. seb river
no
glover,tim(on ann'_s list)
guess
13 blank
14 fwc -(chase plam)
no
email
15 evelyn bacskay / painted feather tack barn
16 m_aggi ha (sp) / indian river bee company
yes
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17 robert fjohnson / blacksmith old
18 marice middleton / the sweet karma bar
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19 Jana ringgold / save the chimp
old
yes
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20 dave wortmarn / memorial walkway yes
21 daisy packer /-keep indian river beautiful no
4-packer,daisy (8) email
22 richard genna / genesis food sucs
yes
5-services,genesis(11)
23 timinsky / kroegel produce
old
24 halo_
old
25 indian river lagoon national estuary_ program
yes
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mcmillen,beth (ann's list)
_
guess
26 mrc marine resources council no
27 dep / indian river lagoon aquatic preserves
no
6-snarp,brian(12)
guess
28 a floridan outdoor center krista beck
no
7 -beck, mike (1)
- - -
29 (added 21) alexis thomas / chalk walk contest old
30 (added 22) ruth hills/ coconut palms baskets yes
31(added 23) nick romano / new york nick's
_ jold
8-romano,nick(10)
4-
on ann's list & indicated they were at earth day
_
shop, yamis ice cream
old#9,.yar��is
ice cream (3)
hill, kathy St. john's river waste management
no
10-hill,kathy(5)
'11-krug,samantha(6)
guess
krug, samantha / elephant center old
price, april MIATC marine industries association of the treasure coino
12-price,april(9)
guess
the city of Sebastian
forms (not on sign in) & at earth day-_
lyes
13-stromberg,michelle(13)
yes seniors helping gill
- - I
florida dept of health - 5210 program yes
_
girl scout troop 50043 old
_
srhs green club old
day 2015?
forms & not on sign in _ _ - _ _ -Lhansenjisa
stems & stones yes on arm's list
plantjewelry Yes _
firehouse home cooking _ yes
environmental learning center yes
health reflections yes
e-mail shrimp is it earth day related
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes