Number: 1989-15
WHEREAS, the United States of America offers us numerous regions where its citizens can drive and bicycle for the pleasure of viewing landscapes of unusual scenic, historic, cultural and environmental significance; and
WHEREAS, an alarming number of scenic roadways that traverse these regions are being desecrated by a proliferation of billboards, unbridled development and roadside scenic deterioration; and
WHEREAS, there exists no coordinated national effort to save the scenic qualities of these beautiful and unforgettable routes for present and future generations of Americans; and
WHEREAS, an effective program is needed now to preserve these roadways, to enable Americans to enjoy America’s landscape, environment, history and culture;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the National Wildlife Federation, in annual meeting assembled March 16-19, 1989, in Arlington, Virginia supports the establishment of a national system of scenic roadways that will:
- protect the scenic, cultural, environmental and historic qualities of roadways within the system;
- prohibit billboards, the development of commercial and high density strips, and any other actions that would detract from the scenic qualities of such designated roadways; and
- encourage localities to nominate and strive to maintain scenic roadways as a way to preserve their natural resources and scenic heritage.