marion, lake, putnam, volusia counties. where are floridas scenic byways?
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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
Our EcosystemsOur Ecosystems
Prairie EcosystemPrairie Ecosystem
Our EcosystemsOur Ecosystems
Oak HammockOak Hammock
Our EcosystemsOur Ecosystems
SwampsSwamps
Our EcosystemsOur Ecosystems
Aquatic - WaterAquatic - Water
Our EcosystemsOur Ecosystems
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
Recreation Opportunities
HikingHiking
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Opportunities
ATV RidingATV Riding
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Opportunities
HuntingHunting
FishingFishing
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Opportunities
SwimmingSwimming
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Opportunities
Camping
Wildlife ViewingWildlife Viewing
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Opportunities
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
Corridor Management Entity
Florida Black Bear Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity (CME)
Accomplishments
Corridor Management Entity
Florida Black Bear Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity (CME)
• 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
Corridor Management Entity
Florida Black Bear Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity (CME)
• 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
Corridor Management Entity
Florida Black Bear Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity (CME)
Florida Black Bear Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity (CME)
Contact Us
Corridor Management Entity
Please visit our website
www.floridablackbearscenicbyway.org