The TODS will be erected for qualified activities or sites of reasonable interest to the traveling public not residing in the immediate area of the business or activity. 

     The activity or site for which TODS are proposed to be erected must meet specific criteria to be eligible.  Motorist services such as gas, food, lodging, camping or vehicle repair may submit applications.  Also eligible are tourist attractions such as historic, scientific, cultural, scenic or entertainment sites.  Commercial interests for the public not residing in the area and seasonal agricultural interests offering fresh, locally produced, seasonal products may also qualify.  With the exception of motorist services, the site must derive a major portion of its income from visitors or motorists not residing in the immediate area. 

     Due to Federal Highway Administration regulations pertaining to size and spacing of the signs, and the need to reserve certain locations for future directional signing, space may not be available to all businesses that apply. 

     To receive an application or to obtain more information, contact the AHTD’s Beautification Section at (501) 569-2088.  Applications must be received by January 28, 2005.

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