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Sarasota News Leader September 20, 2013 Page 103 Siesta Seen Corps representatives are anticipated to present their latest recommendations at that time regarding the dredging of Big Pass and the installation of permeable adjustable groins on the south end of Lido Key, to try to keep the sand in place after the latest renourishment has been completed, Luckner added. support is found for the dredging of Big Pass and the Corps has to research and plan alternatives. When an SKA member asked whether the organization has taken a position on the project, Luckner said it has not, but board members have been especially concerned about the groins as they could affect the continued acThe City of Sarasota is working with the Corps cretion of sand on the northern part of Siesta. on the project, which is not expected to begin for at least two more years. The timetable "You can count on us protecting the key," she could be delayed, Luckner added, if too little pointed out. % Big Pass separates Siesta and Lido keys. File photo