Media Advisory: May 11, 2016

CONTACT: DEP Press Office, 850.245.2112, DEPNews@dep.state.fl.us

GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY AT
WERNER-BOYCE SALT SPRING STATE PARK

~Construction continues for $1.7-million park facility improvements~

WHAT:          Groundbreaking Ceremony

WHEN:          May 13, 2016
                        9 a.m.

WHERE:       Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
                        8737 US Highway 19 North
                        Port Richey, FL 34668

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Park Service is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony to announce the continued facility improvements at Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park. Joining Gary Clark, DEP Deputy Secretary for Land and Recreation, and Donald Forgione, Florida Park Service Director, will be Rep. Amanda Murphy, Ken Anderson, President of Salt Springs Alliance, and Richard Gehring of the Office of Tourism Development and Office of Economic Growth for Pasco County.

The $1.7-million project includes development of park roads, parking, boardwalks and restrooms. The project is scheduled to be completed this fall.

For more information about Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park, click here.

About Florida State Parks, Greenways and Trails 

The Florida Park Service is the proud recipient of three National Gold Medals for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, making Florida America’s first three-time Gold Medal winner.
The awards were received in 1999, 2005 and 2013 from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration and the National Recreation and Park Association.

Florida’s 174 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 Pocket Ranger® mobile app, available on iTunes and Android Market, to plan your trip and enhance your experience. For more information, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org

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