Message From Executive Director, Greg Stuart | |
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In a matter of just six to eight hours, the City of Fort Lauderdale was soaked with more than 25 inches of rain - making it one of the highest figures for major U.S. cities over a 24-hour period. With this rapid and intensifying shift in the climate, one-day downpours have been becoming more frequent and of higher magnitude in the last few decades, according to experts, and will continue to increase further in the years ahead. These instances of intense rainfall combined with sea level rise along the Florida coast have created a sense of urgency among South Floridians, who recognize the considerable threats that climate change presents. To address these risks, the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has partnered with our regional partners in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties to create plans to address current and future issues of extreme weather, sea-level rise, and storm surge. The Broward MPO has made resiliency a major component of its transportation decision-making process in its efforts to tackle the climate change problem. For those experiencing impacts of flooding, below are links to available resources and information.
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Broward MPO Talks All Things MTP in Hollywood 👍 | |
Grateful for the opportunity to speak at the Hollywood Downtown Parkside Royal Poinciana Civic Association meeting last week about our Route to 2050 MTP initiative! Our team, led by Deputy Executive Director for Mobility Initiatives James Cromar, discussed the importance of working together as a community to shape the future of transportation in Broward County. Check out our website at https://routeto2050.org for details and let's shape the future together! | |
Broward MPO Deputy Executive Director Honored by South Florida Business and Wealth Magazine | |
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Congratulations to our very own Carol Henderson, the Broward MPO's deputy executive director of intergovernmental and outreach! Carol was honored as one of South Florida’s most distinguished female professionals! Our thanks to South Florida Business & Wealth Magazine. The Prestigious Women Awards honor outstanding female leaders. Carol's ambition, innovation and ultimate success drives our agency's ultimate success and we couldn't be more proud of her! She leads the development and implementation of public and intergovernmental strategies and plans initiatives for the Broward MPO. This includes outreach with all local governments, state, and federal partners as well as elected officials. Before her role with the MPO, she was vice president of business development for Brightline. Prior to her position at Brightline, she worked for other iconic companies such as The Walt Disney Company, The Coca-Cola Company, and the Miami Dolphins. She is currently on the Board of Business for the Arts, History Fort Lauderdale, and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance Governor’s Council.
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Take Our Survey and Enter to Win a $250
Visa Gift Card! 🥳
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The Route to 2050 survey plays a vital part in the MPO’s public outreach efforts to update the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). Public engagement is critical to understanding your needs and priorities for transportation. The survey results will be used to develop a vision, set policy goals, and prioritize projects for funding. By completing the survey, you will be entered in a drawing to win a $250 Visa gift card. Click HERE to learn more! | |
Catch Us at the ITS America Conference 🗓️ | |
We're in the Lone Star State today at the ITS America Conference in Grapevine, Texas where our Executive Director Greg Stuart is speaking about building a virtual twin of Southeast Florida with our friends at Deloitte! More details and a photo gallery in next week's Mobility Monday. | |
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Broward MPO Supports City of
Wilton Manors Master Plan
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On April 19, the Broward MPO team participated in a public meeting about the City of Wilton Manors Transportation Master Plan. The vision of the City of Wilton Manors Transportation Master Plan is to develop multimodal facilities that create a cohesive community and address the diverse needs of residents, visitors, and business owners. The Plan’s recommended improvements are intended to improve safety, walkability, quality of life, and economic development through the provision of safe, comfortable, and convenient walking and biking networks. Specific consideration is given to facilities needed for both daytime and nighttime usage. By identifying specific transportation projects, the plan is intended to assist the City in prioritizing effective transportation investments in the short, mid, and long term. Click HERE to learn more. | |
New Miramar Park & Ride Lot Open to the Public | |
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Effective Monday, April 17, Broward County Transit (BCT) Express Routes 108 and 109 no longer service the Park & Ride lots at North Perry Airport and Ansin Sports Complex. The Park & Ride lots have relocated to the new Miramar Park & Ride facility along east Hiatus Road, between Pembroke Road and Miramar Boulevard. This new facility is a partnership between BCT, the City of Miramar and FDOT and will support the I-95 Express Service to downtown Miami and Brickell. It accommodates 442 cars (including ADA spaces), 28 oversized vehicles and 18 buses. There are two dedicated bus bays, six extra-large transit shelters with solar-powered lighting, and on-site security. Click HERE for more information.
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