MetroPlan Orlando is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to provide support on various transportation planning functions relating to its Unified Planning Work Program. Many of these planning and technical tasks are required by the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST-Act). Questions should be directed to rfp@MetroPlanOrlando.gov , no later than noon, Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Sealed…
March 15, 2023
Send Written Comments for Federal Certification by April 14
MetroPlan Orlando is encouraging comments on our performance as a long-range planning agency through April 14. Every four years, MetroPlan Orlando undergoes a mandatory federal certification with representatives from the Federal Highway and Federal Transit administrations. A team representing these USDOT agencies visited on March 15 to confirm we are following transportation planning laws and…
**We are no longer accepting applications for this position.** We’re hiring! MetroPlan Orlando is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Senior Transportation Planner/Engineer. This position works within the Department of Transportation Planning. Job responsibilities include: Responsible for the on-time and on-budget delivery of transportation-oriented projects. Provide professional assistance and technical expertise for all MPO transportation related…
Share your comments on Central Florida’s transportation planning process with representatives from the U.S. Department of Transportation at a public meeting on 3/15. Every four years, MetroPlan Orlando undergoes a mandatory federal certification with representatives from the Federal Highway and Federal Transit administrations. A team representing these USDOT agencies will visit March 15, 2023 to…
February 20, 2023
Share Your Opinions on Active Transportation in Central Florida
Complete Streets, Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Safety
Please take our survey by March 10 and use our map to give specific feedback on biking and walking. MetroPlan Orlando is dedicated to making Central Florida a safer and more enjoyable place to engage in active transportation, and we need your help. We have two tools that will let you give input and share…
February 1, 2023
Region Receives $3.79 Million to Improve Transportation Safety
MetroPlan Orlando, along with its government partners, has been awarded a $3.79 million federal grant, under the 2022 Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan program. The money will be used to develop Vision Zero Safety Action Plans throughout Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties – working toward the ultimate goal of zero deaths and…
January 17, 2023
Apply to Join Community Advisory Committee by Feb. 10
Are you interested in transportation planning and looking for a way to get more involved? MetroPlan Orlando is taking applications for new members on the Community Advisory Committee through Feb. 10 People in these volunteer positions attend regular meetings and have materials to read and evaluate in between meetings. Prospective members need to complete an…
December 14, 2022
2022 Notes on the Future Annual Report Offers a Look at What’s Ahead
MetroPlan Orlando’s new annual report, Notes on the Future, highlights developments in regional transportation, as a starting point for the next wave of change. You can read the 2022 Report to the Community here. If you have questions about the annual report — or if you would like a free printed copy – please email…
At its Dec. 14 meeting, the MetroPlan Orlando Board elected officers for 2023. Orange County Cmsr. Mayra Uribe will serve a second term as Chair of the board during the next year, having served as the 2022 Chair. The 2023 Vice Chair will be Osceola County Cmsr. Cheryl Grieb. The board’s Secretary/Treasurer will be Cmsr….
November 18, 2022
READ AND COMMENT ON PROPOSED REVISIONS TO 2045 PLAN BY DECEMBER 12
The MetroPlan Orlando Board will consider amending the region’s 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan at its December 14 meeting, and members of the public are invited to comment on the proposed plan revisions. The proposed revisions also will be presented to MetroPlan Orlando’s advisory committees in the months of December 2022. Changes to the plan include…