Transcript Alternatives to Federal Heritage Areas

Alternatives to Federal Heritage Areas
All Federal Agencies with oversight of land have
heritage programs
USDA Forest Service
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
National Wildlife Refuge System
National Park Service
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation Service - Agritourism
U.S. Department of Commerce
International Trade Administration Office of Travel and Tourism Industries
U.S. Commercial Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
Bureau of Land Management
Recreation One-Stop
National Scenic Byways Program
The National Scenic Byways Program is part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal
Highway Administration. The program is a grass-roots collaborative effort established to help
recognize, preserve and enhance selected roads throughout the United States. Since 1992, the
National Scenic Byways Program has funded 3,049 projects for state and nationally designated
byway routes in 50 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. The U.S. Secretary of
Transportation recognizes certain roads as All-American Roads or National Scenic Byways
based on one or more archeological, cultural, historic, natural, recreational and scenic qualities.
America's Byways® is the umbrella term we use for marketing the collection of 150 distinct and
diverse roads designated by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. America's Byways include the
National Scenic Byways and All-American Roads.
The National Scenic Byways (NSB) Program was established under the Intermodal Surface
Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, and reauthorized in 1998 under the Transportation Equity
Act for the 21st Century. Under the program, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation recognizes
certain roads as National Scenic Byways or All-American Roads based on their archaeological,
cultural, historic, natural, recreational, and scenic qualities. There are 150 such designated
Byways in 46 states. The Federal Highway Administration promotes the collection as the
America's Byways®.
This program is founded upon the strength of the leaders for individual Byways. It is a voluntary,
grassroots program. It recognizes and supports outstanding roads. It provides resources to help
manage the intrinsic qualities within the broader Byway corridor to be treasured and shared.
Perhaps one of the underlying principles for the program has been articulated best by the Byway
leader who said, "the program is about recognition, not regulation."
Development districts
The Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) is a membership
organization of the 73 Local Development Districts (LDD's) serving the 420
counties of the Appalachia Region. The DDAA works to strengthen LDDs
and their member governments and to provide leadership to support the
Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) federal-state-local partnership.
Local Development Districts (LDDs) are multi-jurisdictional planning and
economic development organizations that provide administrative,
professional and technical assistance to local governments and citizens
throughout Appalachia. Appalachia is a federally designated geographic
area covering parts of twelve states and all of West Virginia. An LDD is the
Appalachian Regional Commission's (ARC) name for the multi-county
planning and development organizations which from State to State may be
otherwise known as regional councils, councils of governments, area
development districts, regional development centers, or regional planning
commissions. LDD's are the local partner in the ARC's Federal-State-Local
partnership, and they serve the member counties and municipalities within
their designated regions in efforts aimed at achieving the goals of the ARC.
Principals of LDDs
- Local governments and communities can accomplish more by working
together than individually
- Promote a regional and holistic approach to community and economic
development
Common Missions of LDDs
- Serve as effective catalysts in fostering partnerships, progress and
prosperity throughout the 13-state Appalachian region.
- Help public and private sector leaders develop and implement programs
and services that build strong regional economies and communities
Organizational Structure
Specific programs and activities vary from District to District and
State to State
Each LDD is governed by a locally appointed Board of Directors
that typically includes:
- Two-thirds local government officials and/or appointees
- One-third academic, business and non-profit sectors, as
required by various federal and state guidelines
National Association of Regional Councils (NARC)
The national voice for regionalism by advocating for regional
cooperation as the most effective way to address a variety of
community planning and development opportunities and issues.
NARC’s member organizations are composed of multiple local
governments that work together to serve American communities large and small, urban and rural.
Mission
Shape federal policy that recognizes the increased value of local
intergovernmental cooperation
Advocate effectively for the role of regional councils in the
coordination, planning and delivery of current and future federal
programs
Provide research and analysis of key national issues and
developments that impact our members
Offer high quality learning and networking opportunities for regional
organization through events, training and technical assistance
The National Trust for Historic Preservation
Distinctive Destinations
National Trust Distinctive Destinations are a group
of diverse historic sites across the country that help
illustrate the breadth and depth of the American
story.
From house museums to working farms, these
places can add memorable moments to your offthe-beaten-path road-trip, new educational
opportunities for a family vacation, or even become
your new favorite gift shop.
Heart of Appalachia Tourism Authority
Formed to market, promote, expand and develop tourism
opportunities in the far southwestern Virginia coalfield
counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Russell, Scott,
Tazewell, Wise and the City of Norton.
The Heart of Appalachia Tourism Authority promotes the
spectacular Heart of Appalachia Region. There many
opportunities for personal and family enjoyment.
The Crooked Road
The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, winds through the
mountains of Southwest Virginia. Here, the Bluegrass, Old Time, and
Traditional Country music is as beautiful and rugged as the landscape
itself.
Mission
Supporting economic development by promoting Heritage Tourism and
Blue Ridge and Appalachian culture.
Eight major venues:
Ralph Stanley Museum,
Country Cabin II
Carter Family Fold
Birthplace of Country Music Alliance
Rex Theater & Old Fiddler’s Convention
Blue Ridge Music Center
Floyd Country Store & County Sales
Blue Ridge Institute & Museum of Ferrum College.