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Scenic America responds to proposed Florida pilot project on Interstate 75
Scenic America President Mary Tracy has submitted a letter to Florida Department of Transportation officials in response to a request for comments regarding a proposed pilot project along Interstate 75.

Interstate 75 photo by Erica Brough for the Gainesville Sun
The program could eliminate billboards in scenic areas along I-75 but allow others to be rebuilt using stronger structures. In particular, Scenic America opposes the conversion of wooden structures to steel structures without a reasonable sunset (removal) date.

To read the complete letter, click here (PDF). For more information visit the website of Citizens for a Scenic Florida.