March 12, 2020
Our Transportation Youth Activity Books Are A Hit
Planning the future and looking at ways to move people around the region takes a lot of discussion, and that includes input from our youngest Central Floridians. When we engage with kids, we hear some of the most innovative suggestions – such as flying bikes, jetpacks, and “wall-climbing boots” – for travel in the year…
January 30, 2020
Regional Goals & Objectives Lay the Groundwork for 2045 Plan
The technical side of the 2045 Plan is coming into focus, as we launch a section of our website dedicated to the plan. Planning for the 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) starts by laying out five overarching goals, each with its own objectives, based on reviews of federal, state, and local plans, along with public…
MetroPlan Orlando is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to provide support for staff on various transportation planning functions relating to its Unified Planning Work Program. Many of these planning and technical tasks are required by the Fixing Americas Surface Transportation (FAST-Act). Questions should be directed to rfp@MetroPlanOrlando.gov , no later than noon, January 30, 2020….
December 30, 2019
TDLCB Accepting Applications for 2 Volunteer Positions
UPDATE 1/16/2020: THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THESE POSITIONS HAS CLOSED. The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) is accepting applications for two positions: Citizen Advocate member, who is an ACCESS LYNX system user; and representative for people with disabilities. Persons interested in these volunteer positions should fill out the online application by close of business…
The Winter 2019 edition of our digital newsletter has just been released, and here’s a look at some of what you’ll find there: • Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties Weigh in on Connected & Automated Vehicles in Central Florida • 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Outreach Begins • Newly Elected 2020 Board Members • Four…
The MetroPlan Orlando Board has elected Seminole County Cmsr. Bob Dallari as its chairman for 2020. During the election, held at the board’s Dec. 11 meeting, members also elected Osceola County Cmsr. Viviana Janer as vice chairwoman and Orange County Cmsr. Mayra Uribe as secretary-treasurer. Cmsr. Dallari succeeds Orange County Cmsr. Betsy VanderLey, who served…
December 10, 2019
Central Floridians Weigh In On Connected and Automated Vehicle Readiness
Public Involvement, Transportation & Technology, Transportation News, Transportation Systems Management & Operations
Attendees at a recent series of workshops showed interest and enthusiasm for Connected & Automated Vehicles (CAVs), while voicing some concerns about the region’s readiness for the technology on public roads. Three Connected & Automated Vehicle (CAV) Readiness Study Workshops – one each in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties – were aimed at increasing awareness…
November 26, 2019
You Can Help Us Get the Word Out about the 2045 Plan
We need your help, as we prepare for community outreach across the region to shape the 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), our long-range planning document that is updated every five years. We have begun offering information about how the plan will be developed, and 2020 will be focused on listening to what you have to…
November 20, 2019
MetroPlan Orlando Board to Vote on Amendments to 2 Plans
UPDATE: The MetroPlan Orlando Board approved these amendments and modifications at the Dec. 11 meeting. The MetroPlan Orlando Board will vote at its Dec. 11 meeting on amendments and modifications to the 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) and to the Project Priority List (PPL). Public comments on these changes are welcome. People who want…
The Corrine Drive Complete Streets Study is finished. The final piece is an examination of public feedback on the recommended design. The Community Feedback Report summarizes responses of 500 people who shared their thoughts between May 1 and May 31, 2019, the official comment period on the plan. The project will now be handed over…