VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — The St. Johns River-to-Sea Loop (SJR2C) is one of Central Florida’s most significant trail systems, and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is working on plans to fill a segment along U.S. 17 from State Road (S.R.) 40 to the Putnam County line through the town of Pierson and community of Seville.

The community is invited to learn more about the design of the proposed multi-use, non-motorized trail at a project open house on Thursday, August 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Pierson Community Center, 124 W. Washington Ave., Pierson, FL 32180.  Attendees will be able to view a looping presentation and project displays, speak with project team members, and submit comments or questions.

The purpose of the project is to fill a gap in the 260-mile SJR2C Loop. The trail, which is partially completed, offers a paved multi-use path system designed for pedestrians, bicyclists, and other non-motorized uses for both transportation and recreation.

To provide additional flexibility for stakeholders, the FDOT is also offering online opportunities to get involved:

·         Join an online webinar at 5:30 p.m. to watch a project presentation and submit written questions or comments using the webinar questions box.  To attend using this option, register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4737384834780136537. Please make sure to provide adequate time to log in to view the presentation in its entirety.

·         Visit the project website at your convenience at www.cflroads.com/project/439876-1.  Visitors to the page may watch the project presentation, view project exhibits, and submit comments and questions directly to the project manager. Project materials will be available beginning Thursday, August 14, and will be the same as what will be shared at the in-person open house. While the information will remain on the website throughout the project, please provide comments or questions by Thursday, August 28, 2025, to have the comments included in the open house record.

 

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) 943-5221 or by email at 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)