November 12, 2024

Celebrating Mobility Week

The Palm Beach TPA celebrated Mobility Week with a Governing Board proclamation on October 31 to emphasize the importance of sustainable transportation options. TPA staff also participated in the Ride, Roll, Stroll Challenge, earning second place among small organizations for logging the most alternative transportation options to driving. For more information, visit FDOT Mobility Week 2024.

TPA Transportation Alternatives (TA) Program

The TPA hosted its annual Funding Program Workshop focusing on the Transportation Alternatives (TA) Program, which provides funding for non-motorized infrastructure projects. In partnership with FDOT, this program allocates approximately $5.1M annually to eligible entities. The TA Program application window is now open through February 14, 2025. To watch the workshop recording and learn more about the application process, visit PalmBeachTPA.org/TAWorkshop.

New Blog Post

The Palm Beach TPA has published its latest blog post, offering valuable insight into the

FY 25-29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The post highlights key upcoming projects funded by the TIP, which will shape the region's transportation infrastructure over the next few years. To read the full post and learn more, visit

the Palm Beach TPA Blog.

Miami Intermodal Center Site Visit

TPA staff recently visited the Miami Intermodal Center to explore their multimodal development facility and gather insights for the future of Palm Beach County. Thank you to the Governing Board Members who attended and to the Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) and Tri-Rail for hosting and sharing valuable knowledge!

Belle Glade Walk Audit Update

The Palm Beach TPA and the City of Belle Glade partnered to complete a Road Safety Audit on Historic Avenue A this week. City staff, led by Mayor Wilson, walked Belle Glade's Main Street and observed sidewalks, roadways, lighting, and drainage conditions for improvement. The street is lined with several local businesses, including restaurants, shops, and offices, and the city aims to help revitalize this area to create a more attractive business environment and a safer place to walk, bicycle, and take transit. Learn more about the TPA’s Walk Bike Audits at PalmBeachTPA.org/Audit.

World Day of Remembrance

The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims will take place on November 17 to honor those who have lost their lives or been affected by roadway crashes. Communities around the world will gather to advocate for measures such as redesigning dangerous roads, reducing speed limits, and improving vehicle design. The day will also urge governments and safety organizations to take immediate action to address the global public health crisis of road-related deaths and injuries.

2025 Safe Streets Summit

Nominations for the Safe Streets Awards are now open! Submissions for Complete Streets Champion, Complete Streets Community and People's Choice Award for Best Complete Streets Project will be accepted now through December 18. Don't forget to register to attend the Safe Streets Summit before December 18 to secure the Early Bird rate too! To find more information about awards, registration, sponsorship opportunities and more, visit SafeStreetsSummit.org.

Draft 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan

The Draft 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) is now available for public review. This 25-year vision for Palm Beach County's transportation future addresses where people will live and work, evaluating the current transportation network, and identifying projects to meet future needs. Explore the Draft LRTP and share your feedback on the proposed projects and priorities to help shape the future of transportation in our region at PalmBeachTPA.org/LRTP.

Best Workplace for Commuters



Applications for the 2025 list of Best Workplaces for Commuters is officially open! Complete the online application by selecting the membership type and indicate primary and supporting benefits offered by your organization. Applications will be accepted through November 30.

Safer Vehicles - What Will It Take For Government Action?

November 13

Working With Railroads Part 1: Productive Partnerships for Successful Projects 

November 13

2024 U.S. Federal Policy Webinar - 4th Quarter 

November 13

FDOT - ADA in Design, Construction, and Maintenance

November 13

Introduction to Complete Streets Planning and Design

November 14

Building a Trail-Friendly Community: Three Things You Can Start Today

November 14

Preparing a Benefit-Cost Analysis for the PROTECT Discretionary Grant Program

November 18

Vision Zero 101: Shifting the Paradigm for Safety & Equity

November 19

PROTECT Notice of Funding Opportunity - How to Apply (Webinar #2) 

November 19

Road Safety Champion Program Webinar: Maintaining a Safer Roadway

December 3

America Walks: Technical Webinar Series

Watch Webinar

2055 Florida Transportation Plan (FTP) Webinar

Watch Recording

Unpacking Key Actions to Revolutionize Roadway Safety - Vision Zero 101

Watch Recording

US 1 Jupiter Bridge Replacement

State Road (SR) 710/Beeline Highway Reconstruction Project

Full Closure – State Market Rd

Full Closure – Conners Highway

Florida Mango Road Closure

I-95 NB Exit Ramp to Indiantown Rd

Boynton Beach Blvd. RRR Public Meeting Project

Lake Worth Rd. Improvements Project

SR 5/N Federal Hwy Milling & Resurfacing

Districtwide Rumble Strips Improvement Project

Turnpike Weekly Advisory

Palm Beach County Weekly Road and Bridge Construction List

FDOT Palm Beach County Construction Projects

FDOT District 4 Public Meetings

Full List of FDOT Upcoming Lane Closures 

Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) Discretionary Grant Program aims to strengthen our roads and public transportation systems by providing funding to enhance their resilience against natural disasters and climate change. Over five years, it will allocate $1.4 billion for projects that improve the safety and durability of public transit systems. Applications are now open through February 24, 2025.

DOT Navigator helps communities understand the best ways to apply for grants and plan for and deliver transformative infrastructure projects and services.

U.S. DOT’s Equity website provides plans and resources for delivering a more equitable transportation system.

Safe Mobility Coalition Resources: Whether you are an older adult, family member caregiver, aging service provider, or safety advocate, you will find helpful educational materials and information to help improve the safety, access, and mobility of Florida's aging road users.

Electric Bicycle (E-Bike) Resources: The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is advancing research on e-bikes to better understand trends and impacts, and how jurisdictions around the country are managing them.

E-Scooter Safety Toolbox: A resource guide, informed by and developed as part of a Behavioral Traffic Safety Cooperative Research Project, that offers concise, evidence-based recommendations to help state and local agencies deliver e-scooter safety programs.

Target Zero Resources: Target Zero was established in the Strategic Highway Safety Plan to provide a framework for how Florida’s communities work to achieve the national vision of zero fatalities and serious injuries.

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (LCB)

Wednesday, November 20 at 2 p.m.

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

Wednesday, December 4 at 9:30 a.m.

Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)

Wednesday, December 4 at 1:30 p.m.

Vision Zero Advisory Committee (VZAC)

Thursday, December 5 at 9:30 a.m.

Governing Board Meeting

Thursday, December 12 at 9:30 a.m.

Meeting details and agendas are posted at the links above one week in advance, and an online comment form is available for public comments before or during each meeting.

To view a calendar of scheduled TPA meetings, visit PalmBeachTPA.org/Calendar