July 2003 - Readers Forum MAYOR CLARIFIES BEACH ACCESS INFORMATION In my June 2003 article, "See Hilton Head Island First," I would like to clarify two references I made. First, the Port Royal Beach Access Park is an extension of Barker Field on Beach City Road. This park will have access to the beach on the sound northwest of the "Spa on Port Royal Sound" and will not impact Port Royal Plantation. Second, in reference to Fish Haul Park, an amenity planned for this park will be a marsh overlook platform, not a boardwalk, from the north side of Fish Haul Creek. Mayor Tom Peeples Hilton Head THE RIGHT TO CHOOSE Noting Congressman Bill Herbkerman's "Last Word" in your June issue (regarding local shrimp): At restaurants, a diner deciding to order a beef dinner would expect to pay more for a filet mignon than a hamburger steak, knowing both are beef. Wouldn't it be feasible for a restaurant to offer South Carolina shrimp and, listed separately, imported shrimp, with each priced as necessary? Anna Gerstner Decatur, Illinois and Hilton Head ORCHESTRA GRATEFUL FOR SUPPORT It has been another great year in the life of the orchestra. Despite the sadness of the Savannah Symphony closing its doors and orchestras around the country facing extreme losses, the Hilton Head Orchestra has remained fiscally sound. This would not be possible without the support of local businesses with their dollars or in-kind services and the donations from individuals who give and/or volunteer their time. On behalf of the orchestra board, I thank you for your enthusiasm and commitment to be a part of the orchestra family. Gloria Daly Executive Director