T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park to Host Virtual Public Meeting

CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT CONTACT: DEP Press Office, 850-245-2112, DEPnews@FloridaDEP.gov T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park to Host Virtual Public Meeting ~The public is invited to provide comments~ WHAT:         Redevelopment Planning Public Meeting WHEN:        5:30 to 7:30 p.m. EDT                     Monday, Sept. 20, 2021 WHERE:      Virtual Meeting on GoTo Webinar. HOW:           Register to attend the virtual meeting. DEP's Florida Park Service will present plan concepts for redevelopment of T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park after damages incurred during Hurricane Michael in October 2018. Citizens are invited to attend the public meeting to learn about the proposed plans and to provide their comments. The virtual meeting will be held via GoToWebinar and registration is available. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the webinar. The public notice, agenda and meeting materials are available online. Copies also may be obtained by emailing Daniel.Alsentzer@FloridaDEP.gov or calling 850-245-3051. There will be a presentation outlining the redevelopment planning proposals and staff will be available to answer questions and accept public comment. Comments also can be submitted to FLStateParkPlanning@FloridaDEP.gov until Oct. 4, 2021. Park redevelopment plans that are being discussed include: Renovation of existing visitor access and support facilities parkwide. Construction of new and replacement facilities. Restoration of dunes and other natural features. Plans for reopening day-use access and overnight accommodations for visitors. Pursuant to the provisions of the American Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 48 hours before the meeting by emailing Daniel.Alsentzer@FloridaDEP.gov or calling 850-245-3051. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, please contact the agency by using the Florida Relay Service, 800-955- 8771 (TDD) or 800-955-8770 (voice).

About the Florida Park Service The Florida Park Service is the proud recipient of four National Gold Medals for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, making Florida America’s first four-time Gold Medal winner. The awards were received in 1999, 2005, 2013 and 2019 from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration and the National Recreation and Park Association. Florida’s 175 state parks, trails and historic sites inspire residents and visitors with recreation opportunities and scenic beauty that help strengthen families, educate children, expand local economies and foster community pride. With nearly 800,000 acres, 100 miles of beaches and more than 1,500 miles of multi-use trails, residents and visitors should plan to visit soon and often to enjoy Florida’s natural treasures. Download the Florida State Parks Outdoor Florida® mobile app, available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your experience. For more information, visit FloridaStateParks.org. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/FLDEP/bulletins/2f12448

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