June 27, 2023

Transit Survey

This week is the last chance to fill out the TPA’s Transit Survey to share feedback on transit needs and desires in Palm Beach County! Feedback will be shared with local transit agencies to help shape transportation planning efforts. The survey closes on June 30.

Walk Bike Audits

The TPA conducted Walk Bike Audits around Palm Springs Middle School and Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School to evaluate the conditions and identify safety improvements. Stay tuned for the summary report with findings and recommendations and learn more on the TPA website below.

Brightline Construction to Orlando Complete

Brightline celebrated the completion of its construction to Orlando, paving the way for the launch of service between Central and South Florida. To mark the completion of construction, mayors representing Brightline station municipalities along with Brightline Orlando construction team members gathered to celebrate with a roundtable conversation on transportation and economic impact in Florida.

Brightline’s Orlando expansion broke ground in June 2019, one year after operations began in South Florida between its Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach stations. Service to Orlando is expected to begin in September 2023.

Measuring Accessibility Advances in Project Evaluation June 28 Register

Let’s Talk E-bikes! July 12 Register

Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning, Program, and Project Development Guidance July 13 Register

Apply a Safe System Solutions Hierarchy July 27 Register

Performance Measures Workshop



The TPA is hosting a workshop with presentations from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to discuss the National Highway System (NHS) Performance Measures and Targets, including how they are established, how the state and Palm Beach County are doing and what a Metropolitan Planning Organization's (MPO) role is in this process.

This workshop will be held on August 17 from 9 - 11 a.m. at the TPA. A virtual option is available for those who cannot attend the workshop in person. Register at PalmBeachTPA.org/PMWorkshop or at the link below.

Tri-Rail Trains Approved for FEC Tracks Testing

The South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) has received approval from the Florida East Coast (FEC) Railway to test Tri-Rail equipment and train SFRTA personnel on the FEC tracks, in preparation for the anticipated start of Tri-Rail service directly into Downtown Miami. Brightline has also provided authorization for Tri-Rail trains to enter the MiamiCentral Station as part of the testing.

TPA Safety Pledge

The TPA is encouraging drivers to commit to safety by completing a pledge card at the TPA or online. Pledge to help reach "Vision Zero" in Palm Beach County!

Freight Mobility & Trade Plan 2024 Update

FDOT has kicked off the 2024 Freight Mobility and Trade Plan (FMTP) update. The FMTP is a comprehensive plan that identifies freight transportation needs and facilities critical to the state’s economic growth and guides multimodal freight investments in Florida. The plan helps pave the way for FDOT to provide a safe transportation system that ensures the mobility of people and goods, enhances economic prosperity, and preserves the quality of our environment and communities. Join the regional outreach events to learn more about the FMTP and participate in breakout sessions. Southeast Florida's session will take place in person on June 30 and virtually on July 12. 

US 1 Town of Jupiter Replacement Project - Bridge Full Closure

I-95 at PGA Blvd Southbound Entrance Ramp Project

Blue Heron Blvd. Bride Rehabilitation Project

Royal Park Bridge Painting Project

Southern Blvd. Bridge Replacement Project

State Road 715 and State Road 80 Virtual Public Meeting and Open House

I-95 Southbound at Linton Blvd - Full Nightly Closure

U.S. 1 from 59th St. to Northlake Blvd. Public Meeting

Brightline Construction Updates

South Florida Turnpike Weekly Advisory

Full List of FDOT Upcoming Lane Closures

Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established a SS4A discretionary grant program with $5 billion in appropriated funds over five years. The SS4A FY 2023 grant application window is now open through July 10 to fund regional, local and tribal initiatives to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. 

Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) Discretionary Grant Program

The vision of the PROTECT Discretionary Grant Program is to fund projects that address the climate crisis by improving the resilience of the surface transportation system, including highways, public transportation, ports, and intercity passenger rail. Applications are due August 18. 

FHWA’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) website serves as a one-stop shop for FHWA’s implementation of the law, including information on funding, assistance, education, and guidance.

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

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 Equitable Transportation Community (ETC) Explorer is an interactive web application that uses 2020 Census Tracts and data to explore the cumulative burden communities experience as a result of underinvestment in transportation.

U.S. DOT Intersection Safety Challenge is transforming intersection safety through the development of innovative intersection safety systems that identify, predict, and mitigate unsafe conditions involving vehicles and vulnerable road users.

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.

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

Wednesday, July 5 at 9 a.m.

Vision Zero Advisory Committee (VZAC)

Thursday, July 6 at 9 a.m.

Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)

Tuesday, July 11 at 1:30 p.m. (Rescheduled)

Palm Beach TPA Governing Board

Thursday, July 20 at 9 a.m.

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (LCB)

Wednesday, August 23 at 2 p.m.

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

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

The League of American Bicyclists offers bicycle friendly designations to promote bicycling. The applications are due for Bicycle Friendly University on August 10 and Bicycle Friendly Community on August 30.

Learn more and apply today