Tampa Bay Transportation Management Area (TMA) Leadership Group
Representing the MPOs in Pasco, Pinellas, & Hillsborough Counties
Friday, March 6, 2015 at 9:30A.M. Atkins Conference Room 4030 West Boy Scout Blvd, 6th Floor Tampa, Florida
Meeting Objectives: • Review planning for meetings with legislative and Congressional delegations • Review workplan for FTP/SIS Update • Review and discuss role of SR54/56 in regional transportation network • Review and discuss role of TBX Express Bus in regional transportation network • Review short updates on other area initiatives • Begin discussion of whether TMA Leadership Group priorities should be refined or amended for 2015
9:30 Welcome and introductions
Summary of January 16, 2015 Tampa Bay TMA Leadership Group Workshop Planning for meetings with legislative and Congressional delegations
9:45 SR 54/56 Corridor -- Jim Edwards, Pasco MPO
Express Toll Lanes/TBX Express Bus -- FDOT Representative
10:45 Break
11:00 TBARTA MASTER PLAN/REGIONAL LRTP -- Progress Update – Ray Chiaramonte, TBARTA/Scott Pringle, Jacobs
11:30 Initial Review of TMA Leadership Group Priorities and/or Action
Updates (Time Permitting) • Coast-to-Coast Trail - Alan Howell, Pasco MPO • FTP/SIS Process Update -- FDOT representative • Approach to coordination with Transit Providers/TBARTA Transit Management Committee
11:55 Next Steps
12:00 Adjourn
Tampa Bay Transportation Management Area (TMA) Leadership
2015 Meeting Calendar
Staff Support Group Meetings TMA Leadership Meetings
December 5th and 19th
January 16th
February 6th and 20th
March 6th
May 1st and 15th
June 5th
August 7th and 21st
September 4th
October 2nd and 16th
November 6th
1:30 pm 9:30 am Via Conference Call Atkins Conference Room – 6th Floor 4030 West Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa
Leadership Meeting Location
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Veterans 4030 West Boy Scout Blvd
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I‐275
Tampa Bay Transportation Management Area Leadership Group Meeting Workshop Summary Friday, January 16, 2015
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Atkins Conference Room 4030 West Boy Scout Boulevard, Suite 700, Tampa, FL
Welcome and Introductions: Rafael welcomed everyone. Everyone in attendance introduced themselves.
Meeting Facilitation for 2015: Rafael provided a brief explanation as to how the meetings will be facilitated for 2015.
He reviewed where the group is so far in the process: • Finalized recommendations for 2014 • Identified topics to be discussed, reviewed, and consider any implications where recommendations might need to be modified • Majority of the recommendations are multi-year and, although they might not change much from year to year, they should be reviewed annually to see whether there are developments that might cause them to be modified The group will discuss implications of material presented for TMA recommendations and actions. As the group goes through today’s presentations, they will be asked what could be the implications on the recommendations so they can review and revise the TMA priorities if needed at the next meeting. By June, they will finalize and adopt any revisions necessary to the recommendations. They will be ending the three meeting sequence that will lead to considering whether to revise their recommendations.
Today’s meeting objectives: • Review status of TMA priorities in the FDOT Work Plan • Review and discuss pending legislative issues • Review ongoing work of the update of the TBARTA Master Plan Update/Regional Long Range Plan • Review updates on other area initiatives, including S.R. 54/56, Greenlight Pinellas, and the Port of Tampa Bay • Discuss implications of presentation topics for TMA actions and recommendations
Summary of November 7, 2014 Tampa Bay TMA Leadership Group Workshop: The information is included in the agenda packet; let Rafael know whether any corrections are necessary.
Status of TMA Priorities in FDOT 2016 – 2020 Five year Tentative Work Plan: Lee Royal, FDOT, reviewed the FDOT Work Program for Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco Counties. She highlighted the projects included for each area and identified those projects that are the top priorities for the TMA Group: downtown interchange at I-275/S.R. 60 in Tampa, express lanes on I-275, the TIA automated people mover as part of the Westshore Intermodal Center, Howard Frankland Bridge replacement, and the Gateway Express.
Vice Mayor Hock-DiPolito requested a copy of the PowerPoint presentation. Lee responded she could leave the PowerPoint presentation for it to be emailed.
Commissioner Kathryn Starkey requested a map be included in the presentation to make it easier to identify projects. Rafael asked FDOT to provide that information at the next meeting.
Commissioner Seel questioned the cost of the Howard Frankland Bridge that was included in the Pinellas portion of the Work Program versus the Hillsborough portion of the Work Program. Lee explained the split is due to a cost accounting in the Work Program based on the county line. Sarah noted a lot of people ask that same question and asked FDOT to provide the information in a footnote. Lee agreed.
Ray asked whether the I-275 downtown interchange study was for right-of-way acquisition. Lee responded FDOT is doing a PD&E evaluation to look at how to include express toll lanes and how to make those connections to make it a better functioning facility. Ming noted there is right- of-way acquisition funding for those owners interested in selling. Ming indicated FDOT is looking at operational issues instead of just widening facilities in order to make improvements to help the corridor flow smoother.
Councilwoman Montelione noted she attended a safety summit and there is safety improvement funding available that could be used in conjunction with operational studies to avoid conflicts. Ming assured her that everything will be incorporated into the study. They are doing the study to be able to qualify for safety funds.
Commissioner Kathryn Starkey asked about the Transportation Alternatives (TA) Program. Brian Beaty, FDOT, provided a brief summary of the Pasco projects for TA funding, noting they provided a comparison list that shows the TMA TA priorities on the left and the local MPO priorities for the same projects, showing how FDOT responded to the priorities on the right side. Rafael summarized the process for the TMA TA priorities.
Commissioner Kathryn Starkey asked how FDOT determined the number 1 priority for TA funding. Richard Gehring responded he would get clarification.
At this time, Rafael asked the group whether there was anything in the FDOT Work Program that would require any revisions to their priorities. • Ray asked for clarification whether the sidewalk projects were actually the TMA number 1 priorities for TA funding – it was indicated the other attachment included the main TMA priorities. • Ray indicated the importance of beginning discussions with CSX on the possibility of using their rail lines. Commissioner Murman responded that Hillsborough has begun those discussions, noting it is a drawn out process that included a study and feasibility analysis. Ray indicated these should be regional discussions. Commissioner Kathryn Starkey indicated there should be a placeholder for a regional dialogue. Commissioner Murman responded there should be more information first and that it could be included in the next update. Rafael suggested this be placed on the group’s work plan for the next couple of meetings. Ming added that FDOT is having ongoing discussions as to the proper protocol to work with CSX in the Tampa region. • Commissioner Murman indicated the S.R. 54/56 corridor should be added to the list. Rafael noted Pasco County is still discussing how to approach the corridor and that an update is scheduled later on the agenda. Lee added there is a PD&E for a possible interchange to look at traffic movement. Richard Gehring added that a very involved
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citizen process is being included that is ongoing. Ming noted this needs to go through the process with a Pasco MPO recommendation before it’s brought back to the TMA group. • Commissioner Jeff Starkey asked that the U.S. 19 corridor in Pasco County be on the radar for a long-term, viable solution. • Ray asked whether Greenlight Pinellas should be kept as a priority (noting the failed referendum) or whether it should be renamed. Commissioner Seel responded PSTA is holding a collaborative lab on February 18 and, after the collaborative lab, there would be a joint MPO/PSTA meeting (including all County Commissioners) on how to proceed next. Commissioner Seel would like it kept on the list for now so those discussions can occur.
Legislative Issues: • TBARTA Legislation. Don Skelton, TBARTA, noted a draft was included in the agenda packet. The changes include adding Polk County (TBARTA is continuing discussions with Polk Count since this needs to be a County led initiative), adding FDOT District 1 to be a participant with a designation change to advisor status, change the make-up of their Citizens Advisory Committee to fold in the Joint Citizens Advisory Committee as voting members, and change the requirement for updating their Master Plan from every two years to every five years to be consistent with the updates for the Long Range Transportation Plans. • MPOAC Priorities. Sarah Ward, Pinellas MPO, highlighted the MPOAC priorities that were approved at the October MPOAC meeting: • Declining revenue – implement some of the recommendations from the transportation revenue study report • (redirect $100 million annually to the State Transportation Trust Fund from the General Revenue) • Direct FDOT to look at pilot program for a mileage-based user fee in lieu of gas tax • Expand county transit surtax to allow municipalities over 150,000 in population and all counties in MPO areas to implement a transit surtax • Index local option fuel taxes • Restore funding to the Transportation Regional Incentive Program (TRIP) • Concern with potential impacts of passage of Amendment 1, need to protect existing transportation programs • Distracted Driver legislation to make distracted driving a primary offense • Other policy provisions • Legislation to allow State Intermodal System (SIS) funds on non-SIS facilities if they can show a benefit to an SIS facility • Legislation to promote interoperability of technology • Allow two or more contiguous counties to form regional transportation finance districts • County Priorities Affecting Transportation: Commissioner Seel summarized Pinellas County’s initiatives: • Indexing of gas tax • Penny for Pinellas sales tax – authorization to use it for operations and maintenance beginning with the renewal of the “penny” in 2017. She noted an interest by the Legislative Delegation to authorize the use sooner but it can only be used for operation and maintenance of structures built with “penny” money.
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Commissioner Murman commented on the importance of addressing as a region the preservation of the current transportation system. Hillsborough County has $300 million backlog of resurfacing projects. Commissioner Kathryn Starkey indicated she now serves on the federal committee of the Florida Association of Counties and they are looking at the reauthorization of MAP-21 where each county has been asked for their infrastructure needs. She suggested that each county provide a list of their infrastructure needs that could be presented together to make a bigger impact on the needs.
Richard noted that Pasco County approved an additional gas tax to pay for maintenance since they were using their capital funding for maintenance before that, and suggested Hillsborough County consider the additional gas tax to help with their infrastructure needs.
Councilwoman Montelione noted most of Hillsborough County’s maintenance issues are on the local roads. The State roads are in good shape but, locally, they need more money.
Commissioner Seel indicated Pinellas County’s issues are the County roads located in unincorporated areas where there are several that aren’t paved. The County is using the unincorporated millage to begin paving these roads to get rid of the backlog. The County’s arterial roads are in good shape; however, they need more overpasses and interchange improvements for capacity reasons.
Richard noted that the Cost Affordable Plans need to stay on the needs side to encompass the larger projects to make it a priority and keep it on the front burner so it gets the emphasis it needs. There aren’t a lot of east-west roads to alleviate congestion.
Beth Alden summarized Hillsborough County’s initiatives: • Support adequate funding for transportation focusing on key economic spaces • Monitor legislation affecting their public transportation commission regarding rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft • Support FDOT funding request and potentially look at funding for high speed water ferry in Tampa Bay • Economic development – support reauthorization of the enterprise zone program with adequate funding • Page 7 about transportation to support their ability to continue to use red light camera enforcement, monitoring legislation affecting the local governments and the state regarding maintenance and funding for road signal synchronization
Commissioner Murman asked that the ridesharing programs such as Uber and Lyft be kept on the radar for further discussions.
Commissioner Kathryn Starkey indicated Pasco County’s focus is on S.R. 52 and the new overpass interchange on I-75 at S.R. 52, S.R. 54, and S.R. 56.
Ray asked whether there were any east-west arterials between S.R. 52 and S.R. 54. Commissioner Kathryn Starkey responded they are continuing Ridge Road from U.S. 19 to U.S. 41 and they are in the process of finalizing new information required by the Army Corp and are ready to submit it.
Commissioner Murman stated the need for more funding.
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Commissioner Kathryn Starkey suggested a one page summary noting Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas are united and these are their regional priorities that each member could take with them when they meet with the legislators. Staff agreed to develop a one page summary.
TBARTA Master Plan/Regional LRTP Update – Mid-Term Networks: Don Skelton, TBARTA, provided introductory remarks, noting there are two objectives for today’s meeting: 1) review organization of Master Plan and networks; and 2) get input on priorities and long term items that should be considered as part of the Master Plan. The mid- term networks are a reflection of the Cost Feasible Plans as adopted by the MPOs. As a result of a discussion with the Staff Directors, changes were made. Updated maps were distributed.
Scott Pringle, TBARTA, reviewed the Master Plan but indicated the focus is on the approach of the Master Plan. The Chairs Coordinating Committee (CCC) Regional Long Range Transportation Plan (RLRTP) is incorporated into TBARTA’s Master Plan so there is only one plan. The updated Master Plan ensures consistency with the MPOs’ LRTPs, coordination with the CCC, and collaboaration with the TMA; satisfies the requirements of the CCC RLRTP; adds multi-use trails; and adds a Transportation Demand Management Plan. He clarified the FDOT Work Program is included in the Master Plan so there are no conflicts. Don added the regional component is included in the TBARTA Master Plan in addition to the local MPOs’ plans so the TBARTA Master Plan serves as the regional plan.
Commissioner Murman felt there should be a regional MPO. Don noted there is one plan for the region and TBARTA is a regional organization that encompasses six MPOs.
Rafael stated that the group has stated that its objective is to speak with one voice and being clear that it is one voice. He noted that the group could look at ways to make it clearer that it is doing that..
Sarah clarified that everyone is at the table, including FDOT, providing input and the TBARTA Master Plan includes the MPOs’ plans as well as the regional plan. Sarah asked Scott for the definition of premium transit. Scott responded that they made the distinction between local service versus more premium service but did not specifically identify whether it was express bus or rail service. Premium transit doesn’t make frequent stops and makes longer trips over longer distances. Sarah noted that the Master Plan doesn’t show much express service in Pinellas County. Scott indicated this is a work in progress and that the maps show the organization of the Master Plan as a whole and how the local plans fit in but they will work with the Pinellas MPO.
Ray clarified that the intent is to change the legislation to fold the CCC into TBARTA so there is only one regional entity representing the MPOs in order to present the regional coordination to the state and federal governments.
Don restated the second objective of his presentation: thinking about the long-term vision, what elements would the TMA group like to see as part of that long-term vision?
Ray noted the CCC is not scheduled to meet until July and suggested that the CCC meet sooner to review the TBARTA Master Plan. Scott responded there have been discussions regarding the need to have the CCC meet sooner than July.
Councilwoman Montelione stated that it was important to have coordination at all levels.
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Commissioner Jeff Starkey noted there is a better chance of obtaining funding as a region and raised the question of whether a regional MPO would provide a better chance for funding. Sarah responded that previous regional MPO discussions led to the creation of the Tampa Bay TMA Leadership Group. The MPOs wanted to remain individual MPOs. Commissioner Jeff Starkey asked if all three MPOs agreed to remain independent MPOs. Commissioner Seel responded that, although there was some interest in forming a regional MPO, there wasn’t consensus by all three MPOs. Ray added that TBARTA fills in a regional aspect but local MPOs are needed to deal with the local issues that would get lost with a regional perspective/context.
Rafael brought the group back to the question posed by Don of regional priorities and vision. He asked the whether the Group felt they had an adequate sense of TBARTA's priority projects and broader vision and were comfortable with them. He asked whether they had the information they needed to offer additional suggestions.
Ray wanted to continue to receive updates so the TMA group is aware of TBARTA activities.
Richard asked why they wouldn’t want to become a regional MPO. The role of the Master Plan is regional. The needs assessment in the LRTP environment doesn’t pick up the momentum to solve the regional managed lane structure. The toll facilities will be a major policy/political issue, he doesn’t feel there is a strategy in place; the issues are macro. Orange County has a structure in place. He is in a quandary as to how to develop consensus at a regional level. Rafael questioned whether there needs to be a development of strategies to get to the envisioned future. Richard noted the transit surtax referendum for Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties didn’t pass and he can’t develop a focused transit strategy because there isn’t a regional framework.
Ray responded that there is a strategy in place for the managed lanes in that FDOT is doing a study and they are starting discussions at a regional level. They are clarifying, the relationship between the CCC and TBARTA, the creation of the Tampa Bay TMA Leadership Group, and development and adoption of regional priorities.
Councilmember Montelione felt there is too much discussion on process so they don’t get anything done. They are supposed to be advocating individually for cities, counties, and the region and they have different roles; i.e., City Council member, MPO member, TBARTA member. They have different roles but they are not mutually exclusive. Need to move beyond doing what for whom and move forward – it’s not about us versus them – stop comparing our region with other regions and quit apologizing – what works in one area won’t necessarily work for us – we need to move forward and make good decisions and have pride in our region.
Commissioner Seel stated she is proud of their accomplishments and TBARTA and there is good synergy. She would like an update on the Hillsborough Transit Plan to have a better understanding and indicated she would like to be engaged in attending meetings and supporting each other. She felt it is important for the three county area for someone to have the transit referendum approved. She noted that Harry Barlow with MetroPlan Orlando was supportive of the Greenlight Pinellas referendum and would email for updates. There is power as a group and they could go to Washington DC or Tallahassee together with the priorities to keep moving forward to the next level.
Councilmember Montelione noted that they already each have individual opportunities with various organizations and associations to visit legislators at both the state and federal level and speak to the regional priorities. She felt that, in addition, it is important to go together as a group
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with a representative from each county to go to Tallahassee and indicate to the legislators why they are there and to talk to them about the regional priorities and ask the legislators what they are going to do for them. She suggested going during the National Association of Cities or National Association of Counties.
Commissioner Seel suggested choosing their own date since the legislators get overwhelmed when there are large groups.
Don stated the TBARTA Master Plan document is the regional framework and they have been working with FDOT. The past and future plans include maps of express lanes with the idea of getting the express lanes implemented. The focus shouldn’t be on what has not yet passed but the future. The message from the referendums is that a transportation system isn’t needed but the residents didn’t want to pay for it using that funding method. They need to figure out how to fund the transportation system.
Ray suggested inviting Mike Merrill, Hillsborough County Administrator, to speak to this group about Hillsborough’s failed referendum since they have learned from their experience.
Vice Mayor Hock-DiPolito agreed that, although the Pinellas referendum didn’t pass, they still need to figure out the funding and continue to carry that voice forward because the need is great. They need to determine how to get people off the beach to go to the airport, how to get people back and forth, determine alternative transportation, look at an elevated rail because there is minimal right-of-way, they need public/private partnerships to move forward.
Rafael asked what else can be done today to help speak with one voice on a regional level. This discussion will be scheduled for the March meeting but the group needs to discuss what can be done now to move forward in a timely manner.
Councilmember Montelione responded that if they can determine a schedule, it would be beneficial to show up together to discuss the priorities with the legislators. She indicated that she would be willing to be one of the ones to go on such a joint visit. Commissioner Seel added that someone from the Pinellas MPO would also be willing to go. Richard Gehring indicated that Pasco would also be willing to send someone. Rafael asked who among staff would be willing to should take the lead in coordinating the joint visit. Sarah responded that she would take the lead, noting the MPOAC meeting is scheduled in Tallahassee on April 2 and time is allowed for meetings with the legislators.
Vice Mayor Hock-DiPolito noted that FDOT would encourage the group to also meet in Washington DC as soon as possible.
Ming stated that FDOT has submitted their budget for the next five years at the state level; however, there are federal appropriations to the state where there are separate allocations, and it would make sense to talk to the Congressional delegation about those.
Vice Mayor Hock-DiPolito asked when was a good time to go to Washington DC to speak with one voice for the region. Ming responded that they could go anytime since there are ongoing discussions on the transportation funding bill. Vice Mayor Hock-DiPolito noted that Pinellas is waiting on news for another TIGER grant so they can prepare another application. Ming stated that the TIGER grant is announced annually and they can always talk to the federal government about their application and review; however, regarding the larger regional picture, they can talk about more funding anytime.
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Commissioner Seel noted that Secretary Fox has visited Hillsborough County several times to meet with Mayor Buckhorn and Pinellas would like to know when he’s here so she could meet him. Ray responded that they can carry that message to Mayor Buckhorn.
Commissioner Seel indicated that Pinellas County will apply again for the TIGER grant to complete the Duke Energy Trail. Councilmember Montelione noted that Hillsborough County has received funding from the TIGER grant for two years.
Rafael summarized the discussions noting the plan to move forward before the next meeting to go to Tallahassee, with a report back to the group at the next meeting.
Updates: • S.R. 54/56 Update • Greenlight Pinellas • Hillsborough County Policy Leadership Group • Coast-to-Coast Trail and other trails
Rafael asked for any updates that are urgent, noting the other updates can be brought to the next meeting.
Commissioner Seel asked about the Coast-to-Coast Trail. Lee responded there was a summit yesterday between the FDOT districts and the various stakeholders. There have been discussions regarding the maintenance agreements and the counties have been included as the project moves forward. They are scheduled to do a design/build for the Pinellas section, with the contract to be let at the end of June and activity during the later part of this year. They will be doing a design contract for the portion in Pasco County since Duke Energy is requiring a certain amount of design completed before they will grant easements. The portion in Hernando County is under design to see what trail width can be implemented. The City of Brooksville was concerned that it wasn’t going through their city and, instead, on a bypass. FDOT is looking to fit the trail within existing right-of-way on the bypass but do a study through Brooksville to look at accommodating a 12-foot path.
Beth noted there will be a round of public meetings for the Policy Leadership Group that will occur over the next couple of months and announcements will be made in February. There will be several rounds of meetings and then the consulting team will make a recommendation within the April timeframe.
Next Steps:
Adjournment: The Group adjourned at 11:56 a.m.
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Transportation Planning in the Tampa Bay Metro Area
Tenth Meeting of the Tampa Bay Transportation Management Area (TMA) Leadership Group
Friday, January 16, 2015 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Atkins Conference Room 4030 West Boy Scout Blvd., Suite 700, Tampa, Florida
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Prepared by Hal Beardall & Rafael Montalvo, Facilitation Team
“Facilitating Consensus Solutions, Supporting Collaborative Action.”
The Florida State University http://consensus.fsu.edu EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The tenth workshop of the Tampa Bay TMA Leadership Group was held on Friday, January 16, 2015 in Tampa. The principal objectives of the workshop were to:
• Review planning for meetings with legislative and Congressional delegations • Review status of TMA priorities in the FDOT workplan • Review and discuss pending legislative issues • Review on-going work of the up-date of the TBARTA Master Plan Update/Regional long range plan • Review updates on other area initiatives, including SR 54/56, Greenlight Pinellas, and the Port of Tampa Bay • Discuss implications of presentation topics for TMA actions and recommendations
Board members and staff from each member Metropolitan Planning Organization (Hillsborough County, Pasco County and Pinellas County MPOs) as well as Florida Department of Transportation District 7 staff and Tampa Bay Regional Transportation Authority staff participated.
Lee Royal, District 7 FDOT reported on the status of the TMA Leadership Group priority projects in the FDOT 2016-2020 Tentative Five Year Workplan.
Don Skelton provided an overview of the legislation reorganizing TBARTA and folding the CCC into it. Sarah Ward offered an overview of the MPOAC legislative priorities. Staff from each MPO then reviewed individual county legislative priorities involving or affecting transportation.
Don Skelton and Scott Pringle provided an update on the TBARTA Master Plan/Regional LRTP update. The focus of the update was on the organization of the plan and the networks it identified, and on the plans incorporation of and consistency with MPO LRTPs, the CCC RLRTP, TMA Leadership Group priorities, and the FDOT Work Program. Don Skelton then solicited additional Leadership Group input on the priorities and vision for the update.
Key points agreed upon by participants at the meeting included the following:
• Members reaffirmed the importance of ensuring that all regional transportation efforts are coordinated and that the region speak with "one voice" on regional transportation issues. • Staff will develop a "one-pager" of talking points reflecting regional transportation priorities to assist members in presenting a single regional voice on transportation. • A small group comprised of members of each participating MPO will seek to schedule meetings with the legislative and congressional delegations to further the regions transportation priorities.
A number of other issues surfaced in the discussion as subjects of potential future Leadership Group interest or action. These included:
• Potential regional discussions regarding use of CSX right-of-way. • An approach to future referenda on transportation funding. • The evolution of Greenlight Pinellas. • Coordination with transit providers. • Tracking of regulation affecting the operation of Uber and Lift.
Roadway Cost Affordable Plan
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HILLSBOROUGH CO. 75 The Tampa Bay Express (TBX) is an Pinellas Tampa Carrollwood 275 INTERSTATE Park Dunedin Oldsmar express toll lane system that gives INTERSTATE Temple Seminole INTERSTATE 4 275 Town ‘n INTERSTATE Terrace drivers a new choice in transportation South TOLL Safety Harbor Country 75 4 while reducing travel times and helping St. Petersburg of SR 60 Plant City 570 Clearwater Apollo Beach relieve traffic congestion. These Gulfport 4th St new express toll lanes will be built in TOLL North Ruskin 618 Brandon Hillsborough and Pinellas counties next Largo Sun City Center to the existing non-tolled lanes along 6 miles I-275, I-75 and I-4. Using a SunPass TampaHILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. transponder, drivers can choose to pay MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO. INTERSTATE Seminole Pinellas a toll in order to use TBX lanes and 275 INTERSTATE enjoy a quicker commute. Park 75 St. Petersburg Ellenton This system segment considered in Pinellas Palmetto Apollo Beach and Hillsborough Counties for express toll Gulfport lane feasibility is on I-275 from north of 4th INTERSTATE Ruskin Bradenton 75 Street North to south of SR 60. The Master Sun City Center Plan could include two express lanes in each Oneco direction on the Howard Frankland Bridge and both causeway approaches to the bridge (see HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO. illustration). Contact HARDEE CO. DESOTO CO. MANATEE CO. MANATEE A Starter Project concept is under review Florida Department of CO. SARASOTA to phase in TBX. This would start with one Transportation, District 7 express lane in each direction. This express Memphis lane will tie into other proposed express lanes 11201 N. McKinley Drive Palmetto on the system. Drivers will still have the option INTERSTATE to choose the existing non-toll lanes. Tampa, Florida 33612Bradenton 1.800.226.7220 75
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HILLSBOROUGH CO. 75 Largo Carrollwood 275 INTERSTATE Oldsmar Dunedin Temple 50th Street INTERSTATE 4 Pinellas Town ‘n Tampa Terrace North of TOLL Safety HarborPark Country 4 INTERSTATE Plant City Hillsborough County Seminole MLK Blvd. 570 Clearwater 275 INTERSTATE 75 The Tampa Bay Express (TBX) is an express St. Petersburg TOLL East of toll lane system that gives drivers a new choice in Apollo Beach 618 Brandon Largo Gulfport 10.7 miles 50th St. transportation while reducing travel times and helping Ruskin relieve traffic congestion. These new express toll lanes will be built in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties next Tampa Sun City Center to the existing non-tolled lanes along I-275, I-75 and INTERSTATE Seminole Pinellas 275 INTERSTATEHILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. I-4. Using a SunPass transponder, drivers can choose Park SR 60 75 MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO. to pay a toll in order to use TBX lanes and enjoy a St. Petersburg quicker commute. Apollo Beach Gulfport This system segment considered in Hillsborough Ellenton Ruskin County for express toll lane feasibility is on I-275 Palmetto from south of SR 60 to north of Martin Luther King INTERSTATE Sun City Center (MLK), Jr. Boulevard and I-4 from I-275 to east of Bradenton 75 50th Street. The Master Plan could include two Oneco HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. express lanes in each direction (see illustration). In MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO. addition to the express lanes on I-4 and I-275, an envelope is provided for a future transit/rail project. Contact A Starter Project concept is under review to phase in HARDEE CO. DESOTO CO. MANATEE CO. MANATEE TBX. I-275 would start with one express lane from south Florida Department of CO. SARASOTA Memphis of SR 60 to Westshore Boulevard in each direction and Transportation, District 7 Palmetto two express lanes from Westshore Boulevard to North Boulevard. I-4 would start with one express lane in each INTERSTATE 11201Bradenton N. McKinley Drive75 direction from I-275 to the I-4/Selmon Connector. These Tampa, Florida 33612 express lanes will tie into other proposed express lanes on 1.800.226.7220Oneco the system. Drivers will still have the option to choose the existing non-toll lanes. [email protected]
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The Tampa Bay Express (TBX) is an Pinellas Tampa Lutz Park express toll lane system that gives Seminole INTERSTATE INTERSTATE 275 TOLL 10 miles North of
drivers a new choice in transportation INTERSTATE POLK CO. 589 75 Bearss Ave. Palm HarborSt. PetersburgPINELLAS CO. INTERSTATE while reducing travel times and helping HILLSBOROUGH CO.
HILLSBOROUGH CO. 75 CarrollwoodApollo275 Beach INTERSTATE relieve traffic congestion. These GulfportOldsmar Dunedin Temple new express toll lanes will be built in Ruskin INTERSTATE 4 Town ‘n Terrace TOLL Hillsborough and Pinellas counties next Safety Harbor Country 4 North of Sun City Center Plant City 570 to the existing non-tolled lanes along Clearwater MLK Blvd. I-275, I-75 and I-4. Using a SunPass TOLL HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. transponder, drivers can choose to pay 618 MANATEE BrandonCO. HARDEE CO. a toll in order to useTBX lanes and Largo enjoy a quicker commute. Tampa This system segment considered in Ellenton INTERSTATE Palmetto Seminole Pinellas Hillsborough County for express toll lane 275 INTERSTATE Park INTERSTATE feasibility is on I-275 from north of Martin Bradenton 75 St. Petersburg 75 Luther King (MLK), Jr. Boulevard to north of Bearss Avenue. The Master Plan could include Oneco Apollo Beach Gulfport two express lanes in each direction from north Ruskin of MLK Boulevard to north of Bearss Avenue (see illustration). Contact Sun City Center HARDEE CO. DESOTO CO. MANATEE CO. MANATEE A Starter Project concept is under review to Florida Department of CO. SARASOTA phase in Tampa Bay Express. This would start HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. Transportation, District 7 MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO. with one express lane in each direction from Orange Avenue/Jefferson Street to north of 11201 N. McKinley Drive Bearss Avenue. This express lane will tie into other proposed express lanes on the system. Tampa, Florida 33612 Drivers will still have the option to choose the 1.800.226.7220Memphis existing non-toll lanes. [email protected]
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HILLSBOROUGH CO. 75 Carrollwood 275 INTERSTATE Oldsmar Polk Parkway (SR 570) Dunedin Temple INTERSTATE 4 Town ‘n Terrace TOLL Safety Harbor Country 4 Hillsborough to Plant City 570 Clearwater PASCO CO. HILLSBOROUGH CO. Tarpon Springs TOLL Polk County 618 Brandon Largo Lutz West of The Tampa Bay Express (TBX) is an PinellasTOLL Tampa Park INTERSTATE Polk POLK CO. express toll lane system that gives 589 INTERSTATE Palm HarborSeminolePINELLAS CO. INTERSTATE INTERSTATE HILLSBOROUGH CO. HILLSBOROUGH CO. 275 75 Parkway drivers a new choice in transportation Carrollwood 275 INTERSTATE Oldsmar 75 Dunedin St. Petersburg Temple while reducing travel times and helping INTERSTATE 4 Town ‘n TerraceApollo Beach 25.1 miles relieve traffic congestion. These TOLL Safety Harbor CountryGulfport 4 Plant City 570 new express toll lanes will be Clearwaterbuilt in East of Ruskin Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Polk counties 50th St. TOLL Sun City Center next to the existing non-toll lanes along 618 Brandon I-275, I-75 and I-4. Using a SunPassLargo HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. transponder, drivers can choose to pay a MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO. toll in order to use TBX lanes and enjoy Tampa
a quicker commute. Seminole INTERSTATE Pinellas INTERSTATE Park 275 This system segment considered in Ellenton75 St. Petersburg Palmetto Hillsborough and Polk Counties for express Apollo Beach toll lane feasibility is on I-4 from east of 50th INTERSTATE Gulfport Bradenton 75 Street to west of Polk Parkway (SR 570). The Ruskin Master Plan could include two express lanes in Oneco each direction (see illustration). In addition to Sun City Center the express lanes, an envelope is provided for a future transit/rail project. Contact HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO. HARDEE CO. DESOTO CO. MANATEE CO. MANATEE A Starter Project concept is under review Florida Department of CO. SARASOTA to phase in TBX. This would start with one Transportation, District 7 express lane in each direction from the I-4/ Selmon Connector to Mango Road. Drivers Memphis11201 N. McKinley Drive will still have the option to choose the existing PalmettoTampa, Florida 33612 non-toll lanes. INTERSTATE Bradenton 1.800.226.7220 [email protected] Oneco Tampa Bay Express @Tampa Bay Express Tampa Bay Express LinkedIn
For more information about Tampa Bay Express, including project updates, visit HARDEE CO. DESOTO CO. MANATEE CO. MANATEE www.tampabayexpress.com. CO. SARASOTA
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HILLSBOROUGH CO. 75 Carrollwood 275 INTERSTATE Dunedin Oldsmar US Highway 301 TOLL Temple INTERSTATE 4 Town ‘n TerraceINTERSTATE POLK CO. Safety Harbor 589 TOLL Palm Harbor PINELLAS CO. Country INTERSTATE 4 Plant City 570 HILLSBOROUGH CO. Hillsborough County HILLSBOROUGH CO. 75 Clearwater Carrollwood 275 INTERSTATE Oldsmar Dunedin Temple TOLL INTERSTATEBrandon 4 Town ‘n Terrace 618 Largo TOLL The Tampa Bay Express (TBX) Safety Harbor Country 4 Plant City 570 is an express toll lane system Clearwater Pinellas SouthTampa that gives drivers a new choice in Park of TOLL Seminole INTERSTATE transportation while reducing travel 275 US 301 618 INTERSTATE Brandon Largo 75 times and helping relieve traffic St. Petersburg congestion. These new express toll Apollo Beach Pinellas Gulfport lanes will be built in Hillsborough Tampa 18 miles Park Ruskin and Pinellas counties next toSeminole the INTERSTATE INTERSTATE 275 Sun City Center existing non-toll lanes along I-275, 75 I-75 and I-4. Using a SunPass St. Petersburg transponder, drivers can choose to HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. Apollo Beach SR 674MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO. pay a toll in order to use TBX lanes Gulfport and enjoy a quicker commute. Ruskin
This system segment considered in Ellenton Sun City Center Hillsborough County for express toll lane Palmetto
feasibility is on I-75 from SR 674 to south INTERSTATE Bradenton HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. of US 301. The Master Plan could include 75 MANATEE CO. HARDEE CO.
two express lanes in each direction (see Oneco illustration). This express lane will tie into other proposed express lanes on the system. Drivers will still have the option to choose the existing ContaMemphis ct non-toll lanes. HARDEE CO. Palmetto DESOTO CO. MANATEE CO. MANATEE Florida Department of CO. SARASOTA INTERSTATE BradentonTransportation,75 District 7
11201 N.Oneco McKinley Drive Tampa, Florida 33612 1.800.226.7220 [email protected]
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HILLSBOROUGH CO. 75 Carrollwood275 INTERSTATE drivers a new choice in transportation 275 INTERSTATE Oldsmar 75 Dunedin St. Petersburg Temple while reducing travel times and helping INTERSTATE 4 Town ‘n Terrace Apollo Beach TOLL relieve traffic congestion. SafetyThese Harbor CountryGulfport 4 Plant City 570 new express toll lanes willClearwater be built in Ruskin Hillsborough and Pinellas counties next 15 miles TOLL Sun City Center to the existing non-tolled lanes along 618 Brandon I-275, I-75 and I-4. Using a LargoSunPass HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. transponder, drivers can choose to pay SouthMANATEE of CO. HARDEE CO. a toll in order to use TBX lanes and Tampa US Highway enjoy a quicker commute. 301 Seminole INTERSTATE Pinellas INTERSTATE Park 275 Ellenton This system segment considered in Palmetto 75 Hillsborough County for express tollSt. lanePetersburg
INTERSTATE feasibility is on I-75 from south of US 301 BradentonApollo Beach Gulfport 75 to north of Bruce B. Downs Boulevard. The Ruskin Master Plan could include two or three express Oneco
lanes in each direction (see illustration). Sun City Center A Starter Project concept is under review to Contact HILLSBOROUGH CO. POLK CO. phase in TBX. This would start with one express HARDEE CO. MANATEE CO. DESOTO CO. HARDEE CO. MANATEE CO. MANATEE lane in each direction from north of SR 60 Florida Department of CO. SARASOTA to south of Bruce B. Downs Boulevard. This Transportation, District 7 express lane will tie into other proposed express lanes on the system. Drivers will still have the 11201 N. McKinley Drive option to choose the existing non-toll lanes. Memphis Tampa, Florida 33612 Palmetto 1.800.226.7220 INTERSTATE Bradenton [email protected]
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FPN-4192353_INSERT.indd 1 2/18/14 11:09 AM TBARTA 2015 Regional Priority Projects
TBARTA, in coordination with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and local Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), identified top regional priority projects for the first time in 2013. Priority projects are regionally significant, offer immediate solutions, and can be implemented incrementally. These projects are stepping stones to implementing the TBARTA Master Plan Vision of a world-class transportation network. As the regional conversation continues, the priority projects are identified through regional coordination and collaboration. Several of the priority projects received full or significant funding after being identified as 2014 priority projects. Gateway Connector and 118th Ave. Express (Gateway Expressway) The Connection: In Pinellas County, connecting the Bayside Bridge (CR611), St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport, the Greater Gateway area, and Interstate 275 (I-275). Also connects US 19 to I-275. The Project: The Gateway Connector is a future Florida Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) toll highway facility, with premium transit capability. The project includes a single-lane flyover from the southbound Bayside Bridge to eastbound Roosevelt Boulevard (SR 686) and four express lanes from the front of the St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (across from SR 688/Ulmerton Road), south to CR 296/118th Avenue. The existing Roosevelt Boulevard from CR 611 to SR 688 would serve as east-west frontage road. Next Steps: Six segments of the project are in various stages of design and right-of-way. Project is advancing as Design Build with funding from FHWA, Pinellas County and FDOT. Construction will begin in Fall 2016. Estimated Cost: Funded—$454.3 million. Federal, State and Pinellas County funds—approximately $394 million provided by the state of Florida. Howard Frankland Bridge The Connection: Crossing the bay, connecting Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties. The two largest employment centers are located on either side of the bridge with approximately 92,000 jobs in the Gateway area and St. Petersburg in Pinellas County, and approximately 143,000 in Westshore area and downtown Tampa in Hillsborough County. The Project: The northbound span of the Howard Frankland Bridge is nearing the end of its life span. FDOT conducted a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study on the bridge replacement. The study examined express lanes and a transit connection, both of which are included in the Master Plan. Next Steps: FDOT conducted public hearings in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties in Fall 2013. A recommended alternative was identified that has four 12’ lanes. Design Build funded in FY18/19. Estimated Cost: Funded—$490 million to construct the northbound span with four lanes as well as strengthening the bridge substructure to support the potential for light rail technology. TIA People Mover Extension/Westshore Intermodal Center The Connection: The Tampa International Airport (TIA) main terminal to the future Consolidated Rental Car Facility (ConRAC) in the South Development Area of the airport property, to the future Westshore Intermodal Center.
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The Project: As part of the TIA Master Plan update, the airport identified incremental improvements to connect its regional destination with the regional Critical Core Projects transportation networks. The Master Plan includes construction of an automated Building a transportation system people mover with stops at the main terminal and the ConRAC, as well as a transit throughout our region requires starting stop at the ConRAC, road improvements and other support projects. TIA, FDOT and with a strong core. Our region’s “Critical TBARTA are also working together to identify people mover alignments from the Core Projects” are all connected in the ConRAC to a future Westshore Intermodal Center. This entire project is important to center of the Tampa Bay region and are providing enhanced regional connectivity to the airport. essential to building a transportation spine. Next Steps: Project is advancing with funding from FDOT and TIA. Construction of the Critical Core Projects include: the Automated People Mover extension and ConRAC facility will begin in 2014 and be Gateway Connector and 118th Ave. completed in 2017. Express, Howard Frankland Bridge, TIA Estimated Cost: Funded—$943 million. $194 million from the State of Florida People Mover/Westshore Intermodal and $749 million invested by TIA. Center, I-275/SR 60/Memorial Interchange, and Interstate Express I-275/SR 60/Memorial Interchange Lanes. The Connection: In Hillsborough County from the Howard Frankland Bridge to S. of Lois The completion of these projects will also Avenue to SR 60/Memorial Highway. support other important efforts to connect The Project: The I-275/SR 60/Memorial Interchange was identified as a “Bottleneck” in the the region such as the Tampa Bay Express Statewide Bottleneck Study. Improving the interchange is critical to the successful (TBX), Veterans Expressway widening, completion of the Howard Frankland Bridge, I-275 Express Lanes, a multimodal interstate Ultimate Express Lanes Project and much, corridor, and the Westshore Intermodal Center with a people mover connection to the much more! Tampa International Airport (TIA). Reconstruction of the interchange will provide sufficient space to accommodate future express lanes and premium transit. Next Steps: $55 million funded for ROW FDOT Work Program in FY15/16 and FY16/17. Estimated Total Cost: $515 million. TBARTA Request: Secure funding for construction. Interstate Express Lanes The Connection: Connects Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties from Gateway to Westshore to downtown Tampa. The Project: FDOT District Seven is studying managed lanes, or “express lanes”, on the local interstate system, including I-275, I-75, and I-4. Interstate Express Lanes extending from the Gateway Area, across the Howard Frankland Bridge, and from Westshore Boulevard and downtown Tampa is a priority project. Variable-priced managed lanes will provide options for cars and transit, and produce a sustainable funding source with toll revenue. Project supports the implementation of express bus service to operate between Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties with future extensions to Pasco County. Your Opinion Counts Next Steps: Portions of Interstate Express Lanes are included in the interim projects. FDOT To keep informed about TBARTA’s is holding Tampa Bay Express public hearings in January 2015. ongoing work building a connected region, and to learn about future public TBARTA Request: Move project forward with Design Build or Public-Private Partnership. engagement and education efforts, including public workshops and meetings in your community, join our mailing list by visiting our website (www.tbarta.com), follow us on Twitter, or interact with us on Facebook.
Priority projects will be selected annually based on factors such as project advancement, funding opportunities, modal connections, and other opportunities. Draft January 2015
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Suncoast Parkway 2 The Connection: Connects Hernando and Citrus Counties from US 98 to SR 44, extending the existing Suncoast Parkway/Veterans Expressway to the south to link the northern counties to the urbanized core of Tampa Bay, the Tampa International Airport, and potential Westshore Intermodal Center. Also serves as a region-to-region connection between the Tampa Bay area and northern Florida. The Project: The Suncoast Parkway 2 is a future SIS toll facility. The extension travels north through Hernando and Citrus Counties. Design plans for the extension are 60% complete and the Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study is complete and approved. The entire Suncoast Parkway/Veterans Corridor (SR 589) is included in the TBARTA Master Plan and is currently being considered as part of a transit corridor evaluation by TBARTA and FDOT from Westshore to Crystal River/ Inverness. The existing Suncoast Parkway is also a designated SIS facility. Next Steps: The Florida Turnpike Enterprise (FTE) funded $44 million for ROW acquisition in FY16 and FY17 for Suncoast Parkway 2/SR 589 from the US 98 to SR 44. Estimated Cost: $203 million. TBARTA Request: $156 million for construction. SR 54/56 Corridor Improvements The Connection: The northern loop of the Tampa Bay Beltway, connecting the Suncoast Parkway to I-75. The Project: SR 54/56 was studied for managed lanes. As a prioritized corridor study from the TBARTA Master Plan, a Multimodal Transit and Managed Lanes Feasibility Evaluation was conducted from US 19 to Bruce B. Downs. The study identified four grade- separated lanes located in the median of the existing six-lane divided facility. FDOT did not accept an unsolicited bid for the construction of managed lanes from the Suncoast Parkway to I-75. Next Steps: Additional coordination is required with Pasco County regarding land use and planned development throughout the corridor. Future corridor assessment is necessary to determine solutions including, but not limited to, premium transit improvements, overpasses, and/or elevated lanes. TBARTA Request: Construction to widen corridor and implementation of transit service in the corridor between New Port Richey and Wiregrass. University Parkway/I-75 Interchange Area The Connection: Manatee and Sarasota Counties at University Parkway and I-75. The Project: As growth and regional activity centers develop in Manatee and Sarasota Counties, intersection improvements will be needed to ensure seamless connectivity along I-75. FDOT and local officials have both identified the University Parkway corridor as an emerging mixed-use activity center. Transportation improvements are needed to accommodate the planned growth of developments including a world-class rowing center Park for national competitions, and enhance connectivity to the Sarasota- Bradenton International Airport. Next Steps: Construction on the interchange could begin as early as summer of 2015. Completion of the project is expected to precede the World Rowing Championships in 2017. Estimated Cost: Funded—$83 million in advanced funding from the State of Florida for ROW and construction.
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TMA Leadship Group Regional Priorities Revised 6/6/2014 Phase Funding Project Name Project Description Requested Fiscal Years Bridge Replacement with Transit and Howard Frankland Bridge Express Lanes CST FUNDED 2019
118th Ave Expressway Gateway Express CST FUNDED 2017 New Starts Greenlight Pinellas * Premium Transit Service Funding PE 2019 ROW 2016-2019 I-275 @ SR 60 Interchange Modification CST Unfunded PD&E study Underway I-275 From SR 60 to Downtown Interstate Express with Express Bus PE/CST Unfunded Feasibility Westshore Intermodal Center Intermodal Center Study Underway
PD&E study Underway I-275 From Gateway area to Howard Frankland Bridge Interstate Express with Express Bus PE/CST Unfunded PD&E study Underway I-4 From downtown to east of I-75 Interstate Express with Express Bus PE/CST Unfunded
TIA Connection to Westshore Intermodal Feasibility Center Transit Connection Study Underway
ROW 2015-2017 I-275 @ I-4 Interchange Modification CST Unfunded PD&E study Underway I-275 From MLK to Bearss Ave Interstate Express with Express Bus PE/CST Unfunded I-4 from east of I-75 to Polk Parkway Interstate Express with Express Bus PD&E study Underway I-75 From US 301 to Bruce B. Downs Interstate Express with Express Bus PE/CST Unfunded PD&E study Underway I-75 From SR 674 to US 301 Interstate Express with Express Bus PE/CST Unfunded *TMA Leadership Group Support
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Freight Regional Part of Strategic Intermodal System
for or Provides a new link connecting major regional facilities
Connectivity Regional Direct
Employment Center is Identified in TBARTA Master Plan as Tier 1 or 2 Center
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Activity
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Investment Financing/bonding by private partner
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FTP SIS Florida Transportation Plan Strategic Intermodal System
This year, the Florida Department of Transportation celebrates its 100 year anniversary. In 1915, the Florida Legislature created the State Road Department (renamed in 1969), with six employees managing 4,721 miles of surfaced roads on a budget of $16,410. It is fitting that, with this 100-year anniversary, FDOT is revising two significant transportation plans that establish policy for the future of transportation in Florida: the Florida Transportation Plan (FTP) and the Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) Policy Plan. The FTP is Florida’s long-range transportation plan that provides 20+ year goals for transportation planning and implementation statewide. The FTP sets the stage for the future of all air, space, water, rail, road, bicycle, and pedestrian transportation, and is used by FDOT as well as Metropolitan Planning Organizations, local governments, Regional Planning Councils, and other partners. The SIS Policy Plan establishes policies to guide discussions about designations and funding for the state’s largest and most strategic transportation facilities. The SIS facilities are the primary means for moving people and freight between Florida’s diverse regions, as well as to other states and nations. The SIS is Florida’s highest statewide priority for transportation capacity improvements.
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Transportation System in Florida Seaports/Waterways State Highways 15 Deepwater Seaports 12,099 Centerline Miles 3,475 Miles of Intercoastal and 6,783 Bridges Inland Routes Aviation Local Roads 19 Commercial Airports 107,674 Centerline Miles 110 Public General Aviation 5,091 Bridges 620 Private General Aviation Spaceports Public Transit 2 Spaceports 30 Urban Transit Systems 5 Active Launch Facilities 23 Rural Transit Systems
Rail 2,753 Railway Miles
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