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<pre>Dear Commissioner,</pre> <pre> </pre> <pre>Just say No! I am writing to ask you to oppose the Suncoast Connector toll road proposed in Jefferson County. The Suncoast Connector and two other proposed toll roads were approved by the Florida Legislature with virtually no analysis or demonstration of need.</pre> <pre> </pre> <pre>Jefferson County and the Big Bend are already served by US 19, which is an excellent four-lane highway that is lightly traveled and operating at a fraction of its capacity. Building a new (and unnecessary) four-lane toll road through Jefferson County would directly affect the Aucilla River, one of the most scenic rivers in the state and the site of many important archaeological discoveries. Construction of a new highway would also affect the flow of water to our rivers, wetlands, and coastal fisheries. With billions of tax dollars being invested in restoring freshwater flow to the Everglades, why would we risk the same outcome in our backyard?</pre> <pre> </pre> <p>Construction of the Suncoast Connector toll road would fragment wildlife habitat along a 150-mile corridor and threaten publicly conserved lands enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.</p> <p> </p> <p>The Suncoast Connector would also be a limited access highway ― the road would bypass existing communities along its path, such as Monticello. This would reduce traffic to local businesses along the US 19 corridor including through downtown Monticello.</p> <p> </p> <p>Jefferson County and other rural communities certainly have infrastructure and economic development needs. Let’s work with the Legislature to strategically address these needs in a fiscally responsible manner that does not jeopardize the natural resources and historic downtown that make Jefferson County so special.</p> <p> </p> <p>I urge you to OPPOSE the Suncoast Connector toll road and its path through Jefferson County.</p> <p> </p> <p>Thank you!</p>

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