Marion, Lake, Putnam, Volusia Counties. Where are Floridas Scenic Byways?

Marion, Lake, Putnam, Volusia Counties

Where are Florida’s Scenic Byways?

www.dot.state.fl.us/emo/scenichwy/designated.htm

Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway Map

INTENT OF THE FLORIDA SCENIC HIGHWAYS PROGRAM:

Preserve, Maintain, Protect and Enhance the Intrinsic Resources of the Scenic Highway Corridor

SIX TYPES OF INTRINSIC RESOURCES:

1. Cultural2. Historic3. Archaeological4. Recreational5. Natural 6. Scenic

Corridor Management Entity

Florida Black Bear Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity (CME)

Mission Statement

Our mission is to enhance, encourage and

promote the preservation and protection of

the outstanding natural, ecological, cultural

and historic resources of the Florida Black

Bear Scenic Byway for its residents,

inhabitants, visitors and future generations.

Pioneer Art Settlement, Barberville, Florida

Historic & Cultural

Scenic

Recreational

Natural

Lutra canadensis River Otter 7

Lynx rufus Bobcat 9

Meleagris gallopavo Wild Turkey 104

Odocoileus virginianus White-Tailed Deer 79

Procyon lotor Raccoon 893

Rana spp. True Frogs 17

Rodentia Rodents 32

Scalopus aquaticus Eastern Mole 2

Serpentes Snakes 33

Sylvilagus spp. Rabbits 13

Unidentified 2Urocyon cinereoargenteus Gray Fox 11

1,866

Longleaf Pine/Wiregrass

Longleaf Pine/Wiregrass

Our EcosystemsOur Ecosystems

Pine FlatwoodsPine Flatwoods


Prairie EcosystemPrairie Ecosystem


Oak HammockOak Hammock


SwampsSwamps


Aquatic - WaterAquatic - Water


Desert with RainDesert with Rain

• Recharge Area• Several unique

features

• Recharge Area• Several unique

features

• Resource Protection and Awareness

• Community Recognition• Economic Development / Tourism• Community Pride and

Partnerships• Increased Eligibility for Federal

and State Grants

PROGRAM BENEFITS:

Benefit of Designation: Economic Development

Florida Statistics:

• Heritage Tourism: 42.9 million tourists spend

$3.271 billion

• Cultural Events: 7 million out-of-state tourists spend

$4.5 billion

• Wildlife-Associated Recreation: 5.9 million

• Residents and non-residents spend $8.1 billion

Sources:Florida Department of StateUniversity of Florida Center for Governmental ResponsibilityUS Fish and Wildlife Service

Benefit of Designation: Economic Development

Recreation Opportunities


HikingHiking



ATV RidingATV Riding



HuntingHunting

FishingFishing





SwimmingSwimming



Camping

Wildlife ViewingWildlife Viewing



Juniper SpringsJuniper Springs

WaterWater

THE FLORIDA SCENIC HIGHWAYS PROGRAM IS NON-REGULATORY

The only restriction is that FDOT will not issue any new billboard permits along the proposed corridor under

FDOT jurisdiction.

Sources of Funding

Sources of Funding• National Scenic Byways Program (NSBP)

Discretionary Grant Program

• Foundations & Corporations

• Private Funding

Florida Top State Recipient for Second Straight Year

1993-2008 Funding

have held open public meetings, festivals and

public workshops for over two years in

various locations along the corridor such as

Barberville, Astor, Four Corners and Silver

Springs. The CME will continue the public

outreach for the byway.

The FBBSB Corridor Advocacy Group (CAG) and

Corridor Management Entity (CME)

Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway Partners, Stakeholders & CME Members:• Volusia, Marion, Lake & Putnam

Counties• City of Ormond Beach • City of Daytona Beach• 3 MPOs & 3 Regional Planning Councils• FDOT, FDEP, SJRWMD, and FFWCC • US Forest Service & FL Division of

Forestry• River of Lakes Heritage Corridor• Volusia Speedway Park• Silver Springs Nature Theme Park• Pioneer Settlement for the Creative

Arts• Astor Area Chamber of Commerce• Volusia Tourism Advertising Authority• Historical Society & others

Accomplishments

• Participated and member of review team for the SR 40 PD&E with FDOT

• Obtained Florida Scenic Highway designation in 2008

• Submitted nomination application for designation as an All-American Road

• Established a web site for the byway at www.flbbb.org

• Published a Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway brochure

• Began design Juniper Springs Trail Head and kiosk for the FNST

• Incorporation in the State of Florida



Accomplishments



• Coordinating with FDOT on the following projects:

• Design Phase for I&E Center at the Pioneer Settlement @ Barberville

• Design Phase to expand Ocklawaha Visitor Center, Pittman Visitors Center

• Wildlife Crossings identified in the PD&E

• Planning and design for a non-motorized and hiking trail from Silver River State Park to Ray Wayside Park on the Ocklawaha River

Future Projects

• Raise private/corporate funds and obtain grants from national and state agencies

• Pursue the design and construction of the following byway facilities:

• Prepare National Scenic Byway Grant Applications for projects

• Coordinating with FDOT to beautify retention ponds along the propose widening of SR 40



• Obtain 501(c)(3) Status

Where we go from here…• Designation Celebration/Ribbon Cutting

CeremonyOctober 24, 2009 Camp Ocala

• Market and Promote the Friends of the Black Bear Scenic Byway as part of a larger marketing plan to build community awareness and support

• Encourage jurisdictions along the Byway to incorporate the Byways Vision, Goals, and Objectives into planning documents

• Develop the Corridor Master Plan

• Develop Brochures, Audio Tours and Interpretive Signage

Ways to Get Involved

• Join the CME or the Friends of the Black Bear Scenic Byway

• Contribute to our newsletter

• Volunteer computer, accounting or personnel skills

• Help organize fundraising events

• Staff a booth at festivals and other special events

• Make a financial contribution




Contact Us


Please visit our website

www.floridablackbearscenicbyway.org

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Marion, Lake, Putnam, Volusia Counties. Where are Floridas Scenic Byways?