Weekly e-Newsletter

Moving the Transportation Planning Process Forward in the Virtual Environment

Miami-Dade TPO Governing Board
Virtual Meeting Recap

During the July 23, 2020 virtual meeting, the Miami-Dade TPO Governing Board approved the following actions:

• Resolution approving a scope of services and budget to study the concept of telecommuting as part of an overall strategy to reduce congestion in Miami-Dade County
• Resolution approving an Interlocal Agreement with Florida International University to maintain the Transportation Outreach Planner in fiscal years 2021 and 2022

Watch the meeting again here.

What’s Moving Along…

City of West Miami Citywide Traffic Study

Sponsored through the Miami-Dade TPO’s SMART Moves Program (Municipal portion), this effort is a follow up to the City of West Miami Engineering Traffic Study prepared in June of 2004. The study identifies projected traffic impacts resulting from the construction of seven commercial developments within the City and the City’s concerns of cut-through traffic along eight residential streets. The study area is primarily residential along SW 8th Street and along SW 67th Avenue. The purpose is to analyze possible mitigation measures to slow down and reduce non-local traffic volumes.

Read the study here.

Miami Beach 17th Street Bicycle &
Transit Lanes Feasibility Study

Through the Miami-Dade TPO’s SMART Moves Program (Municipal portion), the City commenced on this study focused on the 17th Street corridor connecting the Venetian Causeway bicycle lane, from west Avenue, to the Beachwalk. The recommended Plan considered three alternatives which included major pedestrian upgrades, a continuous bicycle lane on 17th Street and a combination Bus/Bicycle Lane from Meridian Avenue to Collins Avenue.

Read the study here.

767 Metrobus Operator Cabin Partitions
Being Converted

The Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) is taking action to augment protections for its Metrobus operators and passengers by converting the current cabin partition for operators into a full-enclosure shield on all 767 Miami-Dade Transit buses.

Read more here.

Miami-Dade TPO staff attended the Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Transportation Symposium “How to Create and Conduct an Online Public Meeting.”

View the presentation here.

View further FDOT information regarding public involvement here.

Impacts of COVID-19 on
Local Complete Streets Development

The Institute of Transportation Engineers Journal released an article discussing the impact of complete streets development in local communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. The article describes how COVID-19 has highlighted the need for improved active transportation infrastructure to support walking and bicycling, including safe and reliable access to jobs, healthcare, food sources, and other essential services. It analyzes how communities are adapting their active transportation networks to better support the needs of community members, featuring examples of complete streets approaches such as open streets and slow streets, as well as other resources to improve conditions for underserved communities.

Read the article here.

2020 Census Extended

Taking the 2020 Census has been extended until October 31, 2020. All residents of Miami-Dade County are encouraged to participate as this effort is important regarding federal funding and proper planning for infrastructure and resources. Help shape the future by submitting your 2020 Census today.

Take the 2020 Census here.

Mark Your Calendars & Get Involved…

Final Segment of the 3-Part Virtual Summit
“Taking Action on Pedestrian Safety”

The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) is holding a 3-part Virtual Summit on Pedestrian Safety: Taking Action on Pedestrian Safety. The purpose of this webinar series is to provide a virtual platform for dialogue and opportunity to discuss pedestrian safety issues and priorities.

Freedom Tower Metromover Station
Closes for Renovations

As of Tuesday, July 21, 2020 the Freedom Tower Metromover station will be closed to the public and will remain out of service for approximately one full year while it is renovated. The station renovation will not only enhance the appearance and functionality of the station, but it will help to encourage more riders to use transit.

Read more here.

Emerging Mobility and
Transportation Demand Management

FHWA’s Office of Operations is offering a free webinar to discuss the integration of emerging mobility and transportation demand management (TDM). The webinar will discuss how resort towns and communities have implemented strategies to advance TDM, meet visitor travel expectations, and reduce single-occupant vehicle travel.

July 23, 2020
11:00 am ET

Register here.

MDT10Ahead Annual Survey

Every year, the Miami-Dade Department of Transportation & Public Works (DTPW) launches the #MDT10Ahead survey asking riders to provide feedback that will help inform their ten-year Transit Development Plan (TDP). This strategic vision helps DTPW operate and grow a clean, safe, convenient, and reliable transit system. In addition, the results of this survey will allow DTPW to evaluate their existing system while identifying existing and future service improvements.

Responses to the online survey will be collected through July 31, 2020.

Take the online survey here.

Complete Trip - ITS4US Deployment Program Broad Agency Announcement

The USDOT has posted the Broad Agency Announcement for the Complete Trip - ITS4US Deployment Program funding opportunity, which aims to solve mobility challenges for all travelers accessing employment, education, healthcare, and other activities, regardless of location, income, or disability. The program will make up to $40 million available for large scale, replicable, real-world deployments of integrated innovative technologies that address the challenges of planning and executing complete trips.

Proposals are due on August 3, 2020.

Learn more here.

Bike Friendly Community Designations

The League of American Bicyclists is soliciting applications to designate Bicycle Friendly Communities. Bicycling is more than a practical, cost-effective solution to many municipal challenges. It’s an opportunity to make your community a vibrant destination for residents and visitors — a place where people don’t just live and work, but thrive. Since the creation of the Bicycle Friendly Community program in 1995, the League has analyzed more than 1,500 applications by communities. Currently, there are 482 recognized Bicycle Friendly Communities and almost 50 others that have earned Honorable Mentions.

Applications due August 12, 2020

Learn more here.

Engaging Traditionally Underserved Communities
Using VPI Tools & Strategies
Virtual Peer Exchange

Join the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office of Planning, Environment, and Realty for a virtual peer exchange on virtual public involvement (VPI) tools and strategies to engage traditionally underserved communities. Pre-registration is required.

August 17, 2020
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm EST

Register here.

Value Capture Virtual Peer Exchanges

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is hosting a series of Value Capture Virtual Peer Exchanges/Workshops using a web conferencing platform. The program features peer experts who have successfully used Value Capture techniques, such as transportation impact fees, special assessments districts, tax increment finance, transportation utility fees, joint development, and naming rights to fund previously unfunded infrastructure projects.

Registration is free but is limited to 300 participants. If you have questions, please contact Pepper Santalucia at 617-494-3271 or P.Santalucia.CTR@dot.gov.

Innovators for Inclusive Design Challenge

The U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) launched the Inclusive Design Challenge, a national prize competition that aims to make future automated vehicles (AVs) more accessible to people with disabilities. As part of Stage I of the Inclusive Design Challenge, U.S. DOT is seeking innovative design solutions that help individuals with physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities to use AVs to access jobs, healthcare, and other essential services.

The program will award $300,000 to each of up to 10 semifinalists in Stage I.

Submissions are due October 30, 2020 at 5:00 pm ET

Learn more here.

 Ongoing Transportation Projects…

I-395/SR 836/I-95 Design-Build Project

The I-395/SR 836/I-95 Project is a partnership between the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the Miami-Dade Expressway Authority (MDX), with construction limits on State Road (SR) 836 beginning at NW 17 Avenue and continuing through the SR 836/I-395/I-95 (Midtown) Interchange to the MacArthur Causeway Bridge. The limits on I-95 are from NW 8 Street to NW 29 Street. Construction is expected to be completed in the fall of 2023 at a cost of $802 million.

Keep up to date by visiting the project website here

Palmetto Express Lanes Update

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has begun the first phase of State Road (SR) 826/Palmetto Express modifications. Palmetto Express Phase 1 includes converting one northbound express lane to a non-tolled general use lane, removing the existing express lane entrance north of NW 36 Street, moving the existing express lane entrance north of Okeechobee Road south, and moving the existing express lane exit at NW 154 Street south. Construction is estimated to last approximately three months. During construction, it will be necessary to close general purpose lanes and express lanes at various times to complete work safely. Drivers will be notified of project-related closures in advance. Palmetto Express Phase 2 modifications are currently scheduled to begin in early 2022 and will focus on the southbound lanes of SR 826/Palmetto Expressway.

Palmetto Express Lanes updates here.

Miami-Dade DTPW
Roadway Construction Report

View the weekly report here.

FDOT District Six Roadways

The FDOT District Six Construction Department manages and oversees dozens of state road and bridge construction projects on the state highway system within Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. These projects range from minor intersection upgrades that will enhance traffic flow, to major multi-million dollar programs.

Keep up to date on the progress of various roadway projects

Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise (FTE)
Weekly Construction Updates

FTE announces updated lane closures and work zones due to construction and maintenance projects in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie counties.

South Florida Construction/Lane Closure Updates

Expressway Authority
Construction Updates + Traffic Advisories

The Expressway Authority works to make driving our five roadways as easy as possible for you. Before you begin your commute, click on the road sign of your choice to find out the latest road conditions and/or construction updates.

Stay up to date on the latest construction here.

Sign up here for traffic advisories.

Adopt-a-Road and Help Clean Up Our Act

Do you care about the condition of our streets?  Are you part of a volunteer group looking to get involved?  Does seeing litter get you angry?  Become the master of your domain and Adopt-a-Road! Join Neat Streets Miami in reducing trash along County roads and promote your organization. Through this free program, organizations can connect their brands to community pride and civic responsibility.  Volunteer commitment includes “adopting” a one-mile segment of a County road, removing litter at least four times a year for a two year period and following County safety measures.

Learn more here

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