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Decision made on State Road 64 at Rye Road intersection improvements in Manatee County

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On January 4, 2017, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District One secretary approved the Final State Environmental Impact Report for the intersection of State Road (SR) 64 and Rye Road in Manatee County. The next phase of development, the design phase, or preparation of construction plans, is now underway.

Based on the results of analyses of potential effects to the social, cultural, natural, and physical environment, projected project costs and benefits, and public comments gathered throughout the study, FDOT reached a decision on the type of improvements necessary to accommodate future traffic demands at the SR 64 and Rye Road intersection. A decision is required in order to advance to subsequent design and construction phases. 

FDOT selected the modern roundabout alternative presented at the October 13, 2016 workshop. The modern roundabout alternative will now advance into the design phase, and subsequently construction. The alternative shown below consists of a multilane roundabout and associated sidewalks that will replace the existing intersection. 

Design and right-of-way acquisition funding is in FDOT’s current fiscal year (FY), 2016/2017, with construction funding in FY 2017/2018.  Weather permitting; construction should take approximately 18 months.

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RoadWatch Advisory: Eastbound University Parkway CLOSED Friday, January 27

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I-75 (SR 93) / University Parkway Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) Sarasota/Bradenton:  Construction Project:
Detour – Eastbound University Parkway CLOSED under I-75 at the I-75/University Parkway Interchange:  
Friday, January 27. Details below:
The contractor anticipates a temporary detour route at the I-75/University Parkway interchange at night/overnight Friday, January 27 between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. while crews prepare to set beams over University Parkway. All ramps will remain open.
Motorists traveling eastbound on University Parkway (west of I-75) wishing to travel east through the interchange are directed to travel southbound on I-75, exit at Fruitville Road/Exit 210, enter northbound I-75, and exit at University Parkway/Exit 213.
Motorists traveling southbound on I-75 wishing to travel east on University Parkway are directed to exit at Fruitville Road/Exit 210 (south of the closure), enter northbound I-75, and exit at University Parkway/Exit 213.
Improvements being made as part of this project consist of constructing a diverging diamond interchange, adding an auxiliary lane on northbound and southbound I-75, constructing new bridges on  I-75 over University Parkway, widening of University Parkway, widening of I-75 bridges over Errie Creek and Foley Creek, realignment of on-ramps and off-ramps at I-75/University Parkway, addition of ponds, drainage improvements, new lighting and signalization, construction of a noise wall on the west side of I-75, sidewalks, bike lanes, and pedestrian walkways. Expected completion is fall 2017. The contractor is Prince Contracting, LLC. For additional information, please visit the project website at http://www.swflroads.com/i75/university/.

Upcoming Public Meeting for SR 200 in Marion County

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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is holding a public meeting for the State Road 200 (SW College Road) design project that involves the addition of turn lanes around the Interstate 75 (I-75) interchange. The project limits extend from SW 38th Court to SW 36th Avenue in Ocala.
The improvements in this interchange area include:

  • Adding a left turn lane for westbound SW College Road leading to the I-75 southbound on-ramp;
  • Adding a left turn lane for eastbound SW College Road leading to the I-75 northbound on-ramp;
  • Adding a second right turn lane to the I-75 northbound off-ramp;
  • Adding a second left turn lane to the I-75 northbound off-ramp;
  • Adding a right turn lane for eastbound SW College Road leading to the I-75 southbound on-ramp; and
  • Extending and widening the right turn lane for westbound SW College Road leading to the I-75 northbound on-ramp.

These improvements will take place within existing right-of-way, so no additional right-of-way is needed. Construction is funded for this project for Fiscal Year 2018.
The meeting will be 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at Hilton Ocala, 3600 SW 36th Avenue, Ocala.
The purpose of this meeting is to present information and to receive public input regarding the proposed improvements. The meeting will be an open house format. Project information will be available for review along with a project presentation that will run on a continuous loop. FDOT representatives will be available to discuss the project, answer questions, and receive comments. The attached map identifies the project limits and the meeting location.
Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting Jennifer Smith, FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator, by phone at 386-943-5367 or by email at [email protected]. Persons with disabilities who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Laura Turner, AICP, Project Public Involvement Coordinator, by phone at 407-620-5095 or by email at [email protected] at least seven days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact us by using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice).
For more information on this project please contact the FDOT Public Information Office, by phone at 386-943-5473 or by email at [email protected].

Travel like an All-Pro to the 2017 NFL Pro Bowl with Florida 511

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Download the free mobile app, visit FL511.com, call 511 toll-free or follow #FL511 on Twitter

The NFL’s brightest stars will huddle in Orlando for the 2017 NFL Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium on Sunday, January 29. Whether rooting for the AFC, NFC or just out to have a good time, fans should check Florida 511 before heading to the stadium.
The Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Florida 511 Traveler Information System is the state’s official source for traffic and travel information. The system provides real-time information on crashes, construction, congestion and closures.
The free Florida 511 mobile app, available on Google Play and the Apple App Store, features an interactive map showing traffic speeds and incidents on roadways around the user’s location. The routing feature shows up to three routes to a user’s destination, including travel times and incidents.
Additional ways motorists can receive Florida 511 traffic updates:

  • Visit FL511.com for interactive roadway maps showing current traffic conditions, crashes, construction, congestion, travel times and traffic camera views.
  • Sign up for a My Florida 511 personalized services account at FL511.com to create custom routes and register for email or text alerts.
  • Call 511 toll-free from any phone in Florida for updates.
  • Follow one or more of the 13 statewide, regional or roadway-specific Twitter feeds (#FL511), including @FL511_CENTRAL, @FL_511_I4, @FL511_TURNPIKE and @FL511_I75.

FDOT encourages everyone to check Florida 511 before leaving for a safe and on-time arrival. Check Florida 511 before leaving or have a passenger check to avoid using a phone while behind the wheel.

RoadWatch Advisory: Single southbound lane closed on US 27 for bridge repairs in Polk County

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US 27 at the railroad bridge approximately two miles south of US 98:   Crews will close the southbound right lane of US 27 approximately two miles south of US 98 at night/overnight from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., Thursday, January 26 and Friday January 27.  The lane closure is necessary while crews repair damage to the concrete bridge post and rail. Use caution and be prepared to merge.

FDOT Alternatives Public Meeting for SR 60 from CR 630 to east of Kissimmee River Bridge in Polk and Osceola Counties

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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, is holding an alternatives public meeting for the SR 60 Project Development and Environment (PD&E) study from CR 630 to east of the Kissimmee River Bridge in Polk and Osceola Counties.
FDOT is studying the proposed widening of SR 60 from two to four lanes to accommodate increased traffic demand, especially truck traffic, generated by projected economic growth in Polk County. Additional right-of-way, or property that FDOT already owns, is needed to accommodate widening SR 60 and for stormwater management ponds. Existing access to properties along SR 60 will change due to the addition of a median, a result of widening the road.
The public meeting will be:
Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. open house
Location: Westgate River Ranch, Main Hall
3200 River Ranch Boulevard
River Ranch, FL 33867
The meeting will be an open house format with a continuous video presentation. Project staff will display plans and answer questions about proposed widening alternatives for SR 60. FDOT solicits public participation without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by FDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. §327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated December 14, 2016 and executed by the Federal Highway Administration and FDOT.

Gov. Scott Announces Resignation of FDOT Secretary Jim Boxold; Rachel Cone as Interim Secretary

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Governor Rick Scott announced today Secretary Jim Boxold’s resignation from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), which will be effective on February 3, 2017. He has served in this role since 2015. Rachel Cone, who currently serves as Assistant Secretary for Finance and Administration, will serve as Interim Secretary beginning on February 4th.
Governor Scott said, “Jim Boxold has done a great job leading FDOT and I want to thank him for his hard work as we have continued to make critical investments in Florida’s transportation infrastructure. Under his leadership, Florida has been a leader in transportation and made great improvements in our seaports, bridges and airports. His dedication to our state has helped ensure we have a world-class transportation system that supports continued economic growth and job creation. I am truly proud of all the good work Jim has done and wish him the best in his future endeavors.”
Rachel Cone has served in her current position as Assistant Secretary for Finance and Administration since 2015. Prior to this role at FDOT, Rachel served as Deputy Chief of Staff for Governor Scott from 2012 to 2014. She also was the Communications Director at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection from 2011 to 2012. Rachel received her bachelor’s degree from Auburn University.
Governor Scott continued, “Rachel has been part of my team since 2011 and has done an incredible job working hard for Florida families. I am confident she will continue to do great work and build upon the successes of FDOT by ensuring we have the best transportation infrastructure for our residents, businesses and visitors.”

FDOT hosts meeting to discuss turn lanes at I-75 interchange

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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will have a public meeting to talk about adding turn lanes along State Road 200 (SW College Road) in the Interstate 75 (I-75) interchange area, from SW 38th Court to SW 36th Avenue in Marion County,  5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, at the Hilton Ocala, located at 3600 SW 36th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34474
These improvements will take place within existing right-of-way, so no additional right-of-way is needed. Construction is funded for this project for Fiscal Year 2018.
The meeting will be an open house format. Project information will be available for review and a project presentation will run on a continuous loop. FDOT representatives will be available to discuss the project, answer questions, and receive comments.
Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons with disabilities who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Laura Turner, AICP, Project Public Involvement Coordinator, by phone at 407-620-5095 or by email at [email protected] at least seven days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact FDOT by using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice).
Media questions should be directed to the public information office, Jennifer Horton, 386-943-5497, [email protected].
 

I-4 Ultimate: New HD Cameras Give Live Look at I-4 Construction

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Two new live high-definition I-4 Ultimate construction cameras are now available for viewing.i-4 hd cameras 1.20.2017
In January, cameras were placed at the Maitland Boulevard (State Road 414) and Interstate 4 (I-4) interchange, and at the Kirkman Road and I-4 interchange. View video streams from the new cameras at http://fdot.tips/i4camera, or by visiting the I-4 Ultimate website and clicking on “Florida 511 & Live Traffic.”
The Maitland camera, situated in the Southwest quadrant of the interchange, is tracking construction progress at the interchange and of the new pedestrian bridge, which construction is slated to begin this year.
The Kirkman camera is situated high above the International Drive area atop the SkyCoaster at Fun Spot America. It gives users a view of the interchange construction and the new Grand National Drive overpass.
The two cameras join the existing camera that monitors the State Road 408 and I-4 interchange construction in downtown Orlando.
The I-4 Ultimate project is rebuilding 21 miles of Interstate 4 (I-4) from west of Kirkman Road in Orange County to east of State Road 434 in Seminole County, adding two new dynamic tolled Express Lanes in each direction, replacing more than 140 bridges, reconfiguring 15 major interchanges and reconstructing the entire roadway. Learn more about the I-4 Ultimate project or sign up for advance construction alerts by email or text at www.i4Ultimate.com.
Questions? Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Public Information Office, 386-943-5473 / [email protected].
The FDOT urges all motorists to use caution near any road construction. Please slow down and stay alert when driving through work zones.

US 41 (SR 45) from Blackburn Point Rd to SR 72 Public Information Meeting

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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, is hosting a design Public Information Meeting for proposed improvements to US 41 (SR 45) from Blackburn Point Road to SR 72/Stickney Point Road in Sarasota County, Florida. 
FDOT will hold the workshop from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 425 S. Tamiami Trail (US 41/SR 45), Osprey, Florida 34229. 
The meeting will be in an informal, open house format. You may attend at any time during the open house to view project displays and speak with project team members.
The primary purpose of this project is to create a complete street that serves all users: cars, trucks, transit, pedestrians and bicycles.
The proposed design includes reconstruction of paved shoulders from 4 feet to 7 feet to provide 7-foot-wide buffered bike lanes and the widening of right turn lanes to accommodate for the new bike lanes. The design also includes adding 5-foot-wide concrete sidewalks along both sides of US 41 (SR 45) in the project area where they currently do not exist. Pedestrian crossings will be provided over North, Catfish, Clower, Oscar and Matheny Creeks. Pedestrian sidewalk ramps will be modified throughout the project to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines. Driveways will be modified as needed to accommodate the new bike lanes and to bring them up to current design standards. Bus shelter pads will be constructed, and the bus bays will be widened.
FDOT solicits public participation without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons with disabilities who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Lori Buck by phone at (863) 225-0422 or by email at [email protected], at least seven days prior to the meeting.  If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact us by using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice).