Message From Our Executive Director, Greg Stuart | |
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Welcome to another edition of Mobility Monday! It's the holiday season and whether you are shopping in brick-and-mortar stores or online, it's important to remember that we rely on our region's freight and logistics system to deliver. The system is comprised of highways, seaports, and railways here in the U.S. and abroad. Our roads are used by an ever-increasing number of delivery vans and trucks to transport items directly to our doorstep. As we look to the future, the Broward MPO is on the frontline exploring new and innovative means of delivering goods to our region. For example, drones could deliver items without taking up space on the road while self-driving and electric trucks could improve delivery times and ensure the things we buy are delivered in a safer and more sustainable way. New, cutting-edge micromobility delivery options like electric cargo bikes could eliminate large delivery trucks from congested city centers to make your commute easier and more efficient. These are just some of the things your MPO is working on to improve the quality of life in communities across Broward County and throughout the Southeast Florida region. We will continue to explore innovative ways to make the regional transportation framework better for all.
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Broward MPO Executive Director Elected Treasurer of AMPO Board of Directors | |
Huge congratulations to our Executive Director, Greg Stuart, for being reappointed as treasurer of the 2023 Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (AMPO) Board of Directors! AMPO provides its members, which includes MPOs from across the country, a collaborative network for peer exchange and knowledge building, policy analysis and resources, and advocacy at the federal level. For more information about AMPO, click HERE to learn more. | |
Coral Ridge Drive Mobility Improvement Project Completed in the City of Coral Springs | |
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On November 18, infrastructure improvements along Coral Ridge Drive between Southgate Boulevard and Wyndham Circle were completed in the City of Coral Springs. The project will increase pedestrian and cyclist safety through newly installed buffered bike lanes, upgraded traffic signals, lighting improvements, and sidewalk renovations that are compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). The City of Coral Springs, as the Project Sponsor, was awarded funding by the Broward MPO. In turn, FDOT District Four, designed and constructed the Coral Ridge Drive Mobility Improvement Project. The Broward MPO is investing over $300 million to create safer, healthier communities in Broward County. This project is one of many within a larger plan to create enhanced bicycle, pedestrian, and public transportation access throughout the Broward region.
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Broward MPO Public Participation Plan
Comment Period Has Begun
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Tell us what you think! The Broward MPO invites you to review and provide comments on our Public Participation Plan (PPP). The Broward MPO is committed to understanding the diverse transportation needs, concerns, and ideas in communities across Broward. We would like to know what you think needs to change or be improved upon.
Your feedback can help shape the Broward MPO's outreach efforts over the next four years. Click HERE to learn more about our Public Participation Plan and share your thoughts with us today.
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Early Bird Registration for the
2023 Safe Streets Summit is Open
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Did you hear the news? The 10th annual Safe Streets Summit early bird registration is now open. The two-day Complete Streets-focused conference is returning to the City of Hollywood where it all started and promises to be bigger and better than before! Join us on February 2 and 3, 2023, at the Diplomat Beach Resort. There will be technical training from some of the industry's top experts, interactive mobile workshops, and networking opportunities. The Broward MPO is excited to host this signature regional event, in cooperation with our partners at the Miami-Dade TPO and the Palm Beach TPA. Click HERE for information and to take advantage of early bird registration prices. We look forward to seeing you at the Safe Streets Summit! | |
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Sponsorship Opportunities Available for
the 2023 State of the Region Awards
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Don't miss our annual State of the Region Awards on February 2 at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood. We're pleased to honor four amazing visionaries like George Platt who are champions for public transportation in our community. Mr. Platt will be honored with our Lifetime Achievement Award. Known for his considerable experience in governmental and public policy law, Mr. Platt's skill set helped him earn a reputation as a leading lawyer and lobbyist in Broward County. With more than 40 years in practice, he counsels clients on regulatory law, government contracts and procurement, land use, environmental law and related corporate issues.
Mr. Platt has represented clients on some of South Florida’s major projects, including the Broward County Convention Center, Dolphins Stadium, development of Coral Springs and Parkland communities, the Bank Atlantic Center and the 450-acre Pembroke Pines Mitigation Bank as well as environmental projects across South Florida.
As a Broward County Commissioner, Mr. Platt chaired both the Broward MPO and the Value Adjustment Board. He also served on the South Florida Regional Planning Council. He later served as a Commissioner on the Broward County Charter Review Commission. Mr. Platt currently serves as a Board Member of the Performing Arts Center Authority, as a Trustee for Nova Southeastern University, Chair of the Broward Workshop Transportation Committee, Chair of the Port Everglades Association Political Action Committee, and as a member of the Airport Master Plan Advisory Committee. Join us as we honor Mr. Platt and others at our annual State of the Region Awards. Click HERE to learn about sponsorship opportunities.
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Broward MPO Partners With Oakland Park to Get Input on First & Last Mile Connection Plan | |
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Broward MPO staff will be in the City of Oakland Park to collect public input on transportation. Please stop by the Broward MPO table at Holiday Village on Saturday, December 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We'd like to hear about your experience during your daily commute. Your feedback will help our team identify current challenges and prioritize potential solutions for the First & Last Mile Connection Plan (FLM Plan).
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We're Hiring! Check Out Our Newest Opportunity! | |
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Government
Relations Planner
The Broward MPO is seeking a Government Relations Planner to complement our existing staff by observing legislative and governmental priorities and policy activities and advising leadership about relevant policy proposals and actions. Click HERE to learn more and apply.
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Free Uber and Taxi Rides Offered from
Tri-Rail Delray Beach Station
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Looking for an easier way to commute to and from the Delray Beach Tri-Rail station? Our partner, Tri-Rail, has added free Uber and taxi services for passengers commuting to and from the Delray Beach station. Delray Beach is the 11th station of Tri-Rail's 18 stations to offer complimentary rideshare service to passengers within the service area. Click HERE to learn more.
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German Video Game Company Releases Game to Educate Next Generation of Transit Riders | |
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German video game company PeDePe and publisher Aerosoft released a game called "City Bus Manager" in an effort to nurture the next generation of transportation advocates. Gamers are able to select the city of their choice and are given real maps and a realistic budget based on the city's size to plan and build bus terminals, and stops, and create routes to accommodate the needs of riders in their communities. Click HERE to learn more.
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Several New Parks Open in Broward County | |
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Our partners are working hard to make Broward a beautiful place to live, work, and play! Within the last month, two new parks and one teen-designed utopia opened to the public. The City of Oakland Park recently celebrated the grand opening of City Park. City Park sits on two acres and includes five pickleball courts, two basketball courts, a playground, a renovated concession stand, and the first splash pad in Oakland Park. The City of Pompano Beach celebrated the grand opening of the newly refurbished Annie Adderly Gillis Park whose namesake was a pillar in the community. The City of Coral Springs celebrated the grand opening of Pixel Spot, a teen-designed pop-up tech installation for teens to hang out. To learn more about these newly open parks and experiences click on the list below.
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Wednesday, November 30
2:30 p.m. Technical Advisory Committee Meeting
6:30 p.m. Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting
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