Okaloosa County BOCC — December 15, 2015 — Letter of Support Ozean

August 12, 2013 Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners 1804 Lewis Turner Boulevard, Suite 400 Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32547 Re: Letter of Support for Okaloosa County Living Shorelines Project Dear Commissioners: I am pleased to learn of Okaloosa County’s proposed Living Shorelines Project (“Project”). This Project will help provide much needed relief from eroding shoreline and property losses. Specifically, these proposed improvements along Choctawhatchee Bay will provide numerous benefits including; stabilizing the eroding shoreline; protecting upland property and natural resources; restoring, creating and enhancing natural habitat for aquatic and terrestrial species; increasing the biodiversity and sustainability of Choctawhatchee Bay; and creating new recreational and educational opportunities for residents and visitors. I applaud the County’s efforts in developing a conceptual plan which is both aesthetically pleasing and compatible with the surrounding natural habitat. I would like to express my support of the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners in proceeding with the planning and permitting of the Project and look forward to providing further input throughout the process. Sincegrtly, Z Ozean, LLC Joe Winkeler-Managing Member 10 Commerce Drive, Destin, Florida 32541 _ Post Office Box 7098, Destin, Florida 32540 _ Phone: 850.837.5946 _ Fax: 850.837.0328