December 2, 2016
Video Shows How Transportation Disadvantaged Program Works
It’s important to provide transportation options for everyone in our community, including those who are unable to transport themselves or purchase needed transportation because of physical or mental disability, income status or age. MetroPlan Orlando — through the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) — and ACCESS LYNX work together to bring mobility to Orange,…
MetroPlan Orlando is seeking a Board Services Coordinator. This position works within the Department of Finance & Administration. The position’s primary function is coordination, planning, and execution of board and committee meetings, focusing on customer service and required compliance with government regulations. This position requires considerable interaction with board and committee members and the public….
November 2, 2016
Seeking Applicants for Two Open Volunteer Seats on TDLCB by Nov. 30
MetroPlan Orlando Advisory Committees, Transportation Disadvantaged
The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) currently has two open positions: Citizen advocate representative who is an ACCESS LYNX user Representative of the disabled community Persons interested in these volunteer positions should fill out the application below and send it by close of business Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 via email to TDLCBapplication@MetroPlanOrlando.com or by…
October 17, 2016
TDLCB Hearing on Nov. 10 Will Include Riders Forum and Resource Fair
The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) will hold its annual public hearing as part of a Transportation Disadvantaged Riders Forum. The public hearing will begin at 10:00 a.m., and the TDLCB’s regular meeting will immediately follow the hearing. The event will take place at the Marks Street Senior Recreation Complex, 99 E. Marks St.,…
October 5, 2016
MetroPlan Orlando Office to Close October 6-7 Because of Hurricane Matthew
The MetroPlan Orlando office will be closed Thursday and Friday, Oct. 6-7, because of Hurricane Matthew. We will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, Oct. 10. We urge all residents to take proper precautions. For more information about storm preparedness, consult these county emergency websites: Orange County Osceola County Seminole County Information about transit service in…
September 28, 2016
Seeking Two New Members for Community Advisory Committee
Are you interested in getting more involved in transportation planning? Here’s your chance. We’re filling two vacancies for multimodal advocates on our Community Advisory Committee. The committee provides citizen input to the transportation planning process and strives to reflect the diversity of the Central Florida community, including those who are underserved or disadvantaged. The committee…
September 6, 2016
September Board Meeting Scheduled at Osceola Social Service Agency
The Sept. 14 meeting of the MetroPlan Orlando Board will be held at the Osceola Council on Aging office in the Barney E. Veal Center, 700 Generation Point, Kissimmee. Click here for an agenda and directions to the center. The meeting begins at 9 a.m. The Council on Aging is the largest social service agency…
August 3, 2016
MetroPlan Orlando Seeks Consultants for Graphics, Videography Contracts
MetroPlan Orlando seeks qualified consultants for two contracts: Graphic Design and Videography. These consultants will provide work on an as-needed basis under three-year contracts. Subhead Quote packages and samples of work pertaining to both contracts can be submitted digitally or as hard copies. All quote packages for both contracts must be received by Thursday, August…
July 19, 2016
2016 Report to the Community Outlines Important Projects
We’re celebrating the power of partnerships in our 2016 Report to the Community. Titled Plans. Progress. Action., the report describes work under way on the region’s varied modes of transportation, as well as what’s in store for the future. Elected officials, planners, engineers and community representatives collaborate to provide direction for these projects. Check out our…
July 15, 2016
Wekiva Island, UCF, Casselberry Recognized with Clean Air Awards
The 2016 Clean Air Award competition is spotlighting success stories in air quality throughout the region during May – Clean Air Month. The Central Florida Clean Air Team will present three awards to regional organizations in various types of air quality activities. Wekiva Island, an environmentally friendly education and recreation venue, is the top award…