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Paul Skoutelas, president and CEO of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), shared lessons from his 40-year career in transit at yesterday’s MetroPlan Orlando Board meeting. He leads an association of more than 1,500 public and private sector member organizations, including all types of public transportation. APTA’s goal is to bring more funding to public…

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A public meeting will be held June 17 on the proposed 2020-2024 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The meeting will be in the Cypress Room on the third floor of the Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd. in downtown Orlando. Parking is available at street meters nearby or in the city-owned garage directly across from…

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The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) currently has an open volunteer position for a Citizen Advocate member. Applicants do not have to be paratransit system users. Persons interested in this volunteer position should fill out the online application by close of business Friday, May 31, 2019. Find the TDLCB Membership Application here. Alternatively, you…

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Since early 2017, the Corrine Drive Complete Streets Study has focused on identifying a street design that better serves the community. Now, we think we have it. The study’s final report, which contains the recommended new design for the road, is posted here. We’ll share more plan materials, as well as a link to a…

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Have you ever wanted to share your thoughts on transportation issues with representatives from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)? Here’s your chance! Every four years, MetroPlan Orlando undergoes an important federal certification process to confirm that we are following all laws and regulations for transportation planning. The USDOT team will be visiting us on…

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Apply by March 22 to be considered for membership   UPDATE: Applications have closed. All applications submitted before the deadline will be considered by a subcommittee, which will  make a recommendation to the MetroPlan Orlando Board. Official appointments are expected May 8. Are you interested in transportation planning? Here’s your chance to get more involved….

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Local elected officials and pedestrian safety advocates are constantly evaluating efforts to make Central Florida’s streets safer for people who walk. Regional efforts have been ongoing for more than a decade, with a concerted push since the 2012 formation of the Best Foot Forward (BFF) Coalition for Pedestrian Safety. This coalition includes local government officials,…

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The Florida Dept. of Transportation, District 5, will hold a week-long Online Public Hearing for its new work program beginning Monday, Dec. 10, and ending Friday, December 14. There are three ways to participate in the hearing: A video about the tentative five year work program for fiscal years 2020-2024 will be posted for viewing…

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MetroPlan Orlando’s Deputy Executive Director Gary Huttmann will become executive director, beginning Sept. 1. The agency’s board approved the leadership change at its July 11 meeting. Mr. Huttmann, who has been with the organization for seven years, will replace Harold W. Barley, who is retiring after 22 years in the top post. “This is an…

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Do you live or work within a 10-minute walk of  a SunRail station? If so, we want to hear from you! We are studying how SunRail has influenced development around station areas. You don’t have to currently ride SunRail to share your opinions. Please take the survey by June 25, 2018: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SunRailSurvey This study on…

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