TRANSPORTATION

District: Five

Meeting Type: Meeting

Location Name: Florida Department of Transportation, District Five Office

Street Address: 719 S. Woodland Blvd.

City: Deland

District: Five

Meeting Type: Hearing

Date: Friday, August 16, 2024

Time: 2:00 pm to N/A

Purpose: The FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) announces a notice of opportunity to request a public hearing. The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by FDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. § 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated May 26, 2022, and executed by the Federal Highway Administration and FDOT.

PURPOSE: Notice is hereby given that interested persons may request a location and design concept public hearing for:

Project Name: U.S. 1/State Road (S.R.) 5 Over Pellicer Creek Bridge Replacement

Type of Project: Project Development & Environment (PD&E) Study

Project Limits: Flagler County / St. Johns County Line

City/County: City of Palm Coast in Flagler County and St. Johns County, Florida

Financial Project Identification (FPID) Number: 447118-1

Federal-Aid Project Number: N/A

Project Description: FDOT is proposing to replace the northbound and southbound U.S. 1 bridges over Pellicer Creek at the Flagler County / St. Johns County line. The existing southbound bridge was constructed in 1927, and the northbound bridge was constructed in 1957. The purpose of the project is to provide modern bridges to ensure continued safety and mobility along U.S. 1 in this area. The proposed bridges will have two travel lanes in each direction and wider shoulders to accommodate bicyclists. The bridges will maintain similar clearance over Pellicer Creek, and the bridge opening will be wider than the existing opening. Additional improvements include reconstructing the roadway at the bridge approaches and providing minor drainage improvements.

The PD&E study is evaluating and documenting potential engineering and natural, physical, socioeconomic, and cultural environmental effects of the proposed improvements. FDOT is conducting the PD&E study in accordance with the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act and other applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

This proposed project involves the use of properties protected under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. The southbound bridge (#730008) was evaluated as eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) for its significance in Engineering and Transportation. The proposed undertaking will result in an ‘adverse effect’ to the NRHP-eligible bridge. In consultation with the State Historic Preservation Officer, proposed mitigation strategies for the southbound bridge include preparation of a Historic American Engineering Record document, as outlined in the Section 106 Case Study Report and the Draft Section 106 Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). A Programmatic Section 4(f) Evaluation was also prepared.

The Approved Section 106 Case Study Report, the Draft Section 106 MOA, and the Draft Programmatic Section 4(f) Evaluation are available for public review on the project webpage at www.cflroads.com/project/447118-1 through August 31, 2024.

Persons who have questions or comments or those interested in requesting a location and design concept public hearing should submit a request in writing to:

Florida Department of Transportation Project Manager Shelley ChinQuee, P.E. 719 South Woodland Boulevard DeLand, FL 32720 386-943-5439 Shelley.ChinQuee@dot.state.fl.us

The request should be postmarked no later than 15 calendar days following the publication of this notice or by August 31, 2024.

Project Web Site: https://www.cflroads.com/project/447118-1

Primary Contact: Shelley ChinQuee

Primary Phone: 386-943-5439

Primary E-Mail: Shelley.ChinQuee@dot.state.fl.us

Expires: 9/1/2024

District: Five

Meeting Type: Open House

Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Time: 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Location Name: Cagan Crossing Community Library

Street Address: 16729 Cagan Oaks

City: Clermont

Purpose: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public meeting regarding project plans on U.S. 192 (State Road 530) from U.S. 27 to the Orange County line on Wednesday, September 11, at 4:30 p.m.

The purpose of this project is to resurface this segment of U.S. 192 to maintain a safe and reliable travel surface. Pedestrian enhancements are also planned. The public meeting is being held to present information and receive community feedback.

FDOT encourages community involvement and is offering this public meeting in person and virtually to provide more ways to participate. All attendees, regardless of which platform they choose, will receive the same information.

• In-Person Open House Option: Participants may attend in person by going to Cagan Crossing Community Library, 16729 Cagan Oaks, Clermont, Florida 34714, anytime between 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. to view a looping presentation and project displays, speak with project team members, and submit comments or questions. If attending in person, please remember to follow all safety and sanitation guidelines. If you are feeling unwell, please consider attending the meeting virtually.

• Virtual Option: Interested persons may join over the Internet from a computer, tablet or mobile device at 4:30 p.m. For this option, advance registration is required by visiting attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2745676688396711516. Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting online. If using a mobile device, use the GoToWebinar app to be able to view the presentation and submit comments. If joining online, please allow adequate time to log in to view the presentation in its entirety.

If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can view all meeting materials, including the presentation, and provide comment through the project website at www.cflroads.com/project/448764-1. You may also contact FDOT Project Manager Johnny Demosthenes, P.E., directly by phone at 386-943-5206 or email at Johnny.Demosthenes@dot.state.fl.us.

FDOT is sending notices to nearby property owners, business owners, interested persons, and organizations to provide the opportunity to offer comments and express their views regarding this project and the proposed improvements.

Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting Melissa McKinney, FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator, at Melissa.McKinney@dot.state.fl.us.

Persons who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Carolyn Fitzwilliam at 386-943-5215 or Carolyn.Fitzwilliam@dot.state.fl.us at least seven (7) days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact us by using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice).

If you have any questions or comments about the meeting or the project, please contact Mr. Demosthenes by phone at 386-943-5206, by email at Johnny.Demosthenes@dot.state.fl.us, or by U.S. mail at Florida Department of Transportation, 719 S. Woodland Blvd., MS 542, DeLand, FL 32720.

Project Web Site: https://www.cflroads.com/project/448764-1

Primary Contact: Johnny Demosthenes

Primary Phone: 386-943-5206

Primary E-Mail: Johnny.Demosthenes@dot.state.fl.us

Expires: 9/12/2024

District: Five

Meeting Type: Workshop

Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024

Time: 9:30 am to 11:30 am

Location Name: Winter Park Community Center

Street Address: 721 W. New England Avenue

City: Winter Park

Purpose: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is hosting Regional Workshops across the state in September 2024 as part of the Florida Transportation Plan (FTP) Update. A workshop will be held in the east central Florida region on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM EDT, at the Winter Park Community Center, 721 W. New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789. At the workshop, attendees will be given the opportunity to collaborate with local agencies in the community, provide feedback on the draft FTP vision and goals, and learn more about regional objectives. The in-person workshop is open to the public. FDOT initiated the FTP update in May 2024 to develop Florida’s overarching statewide plan guiding our transportation future. Community engagement is critical to the FTP development to ensure that the plan reflects the needs and priorities of Florida’s residents, visitors, and all users of our transportation system. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Stephanie Phillips at Stephanie.Phillips@dot.state.fl.us at least seven days prior to the meeting. In addition to the in-person workshop, a Virtual Open House will be held from September 16-27, 2024, on the FTP website at www.FloridaFTP.com. The Virtual Open House will include presentation materials and an opportunity to share thoughts and ideas.

Project Web Site: https://www.floridaftp.com/

Primary Contact: Stephanie Phillips

Primary Phone: (386) 943-5734

Primary E-Mail: Stephanie.Phillips@dot.state.fl.us

Expires: 9/20/2024