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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is holding a public information meeting on the South Lake Trail Phase IIIB. The meeting is on Tuesday, June 26, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the E.L. Puryear Building/Community Center in Groveland. [Read more…] about South Lake Trail Public Information Meeting in Lake County
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is hosting a public hearing regarding plans for implementing safety improvements along State Road (S.R.) 551/Goldenrod Road between S.R. 408 and S.R. 50/East Colonial Drive in Orlando. The hearing is next Tuesday, May 29, at the Orlando Baptist Church, 500 South Semoran Boulevard.
The hearing will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with a presentation at 6 p.m., followed by a public comment period. The purpose of this public hearing is to receive public input from the local community about the proposed safety improvements which include milling and resurfacing, construction of a raised median, turn lane improvements, widening for bike lanes, and traffic signal improvements along S.R. 551 (Goldenrod Road) between S.R. 408 and S.R. 50. FDOT staff will be available to answer questions. This is an access management public hearing and will include information about the access classification change planned within the project limits. A certified court reporter will be present to collect and document comments for the project record.
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 the FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator at [email protected].
Persons with disabilities who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Mark Bertoncini, by phone at 407-839-4006, or via email at [email protected] at least seven (7) 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).
Participants may also provide public comment at any time during the public comment period, which ends on June 8, 2018. Written comments can be submitted at this hearing, by email, or by mail no later than June 8 to Taleb Shams, P.E., FDOT Mail Station 2-542, 719 S. Woodland Boulevard, DeLand, FL 32720 or email [email protected].
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Media inquiries should be directed to the FDOT Communications Office at 386-943-5479 or [email protected].
FDOT advises drivers to slow down and use extra caution in construction zones.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT is holding a public information meeting regarding plans to improve the intersection of State Road (S.R.) A1A at S.R. 520 from Brevard Lane to north of S.R. 520 in Brevard County.
The proposed improvements include removing the free flow right turn lanes, realigning the east approach and extending the northbound dual left turn lanes. Also included in the project is the extension of the existing northbound left turn lane at the intersection of S.R. A1A and Canaveral Plaza Boulevard (Marion Lane), and various pedestrian safety improvements.
The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 22, at the Cocoa Beach Country Club, River Room, 5000 Tom Warriner Boulevard in Cocoa Beach. The meeting is an open house from 5-7 p.m., and includes a brief presentation at 5:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to inform interested persons of the proposed improvements and receive their feedback.
Participants may provide comments during the meeting, by email or by mail. Written comments should be directed to Mr. Gene Varano, FDOT Project Manager, 719 S. Woodland Boulevard, MS 542, DeLand, FL 32720, or [email protected]. Comments mailed should be postmarked no later than Monday, June 4, 2018. All comments, written and oral, will become part of the project’s public record.
Persons with disabilities who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should also contact Mr. Gene Varano. 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).
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 the FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator, at [email protected].
Media inquiries should be directed to the FDOT Communications Office at 386-943-5479 or [email protected].
FDOT advises drivers to slow down and use extra caution in construction zones.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, invites you to attend a public information meeting to discuss the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of US 41 and Gulfstream Avenue in the City of Sarasota.
The meeting is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (open house format) on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 in the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL.
At this public meeting, FDOT will display for your review information about the proposed roundabout. The meeting will be an open house format where people can ask questions and provide comments to FDOT representatives in a one-on-one setting. FDOT will accept written comments during the meeting.
FDOT is sending notices to property owners located within at least 300 feet of the intersection, including residents along Sunset Drive and Golden Gate Point. We encourage all interested people to attend and express their views regarding the project and information presented.
FDOT solicits public participation without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. People who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Jamie Schley, Title VI Coordinator, at 863-519-2573 or by email at [email protected] at least seven days prior to the public meeting.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public meeting next Tuesday, January 30, to discuss proposed improvements along State Road (S.R.) 19 (Central Avenue) from County Road 450‐A to Bulldog Way in Umatilla. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. with a formal presentation at 6 p.m., followed by a comment period, and will be held at the Umatilla City Hall.
The purpose of this public meeting is to explain the project goals and objectives, and present the final alternative.
The study, which was introduced at a meeting on April 25, 2017, involves a community-based evaluation to determine how to best meet the needs of current and future users, and seeks to identify short- and long-term improvements along the corridor to ensure a balance between land use and transportation. It also the first study to consider Healthy Community Design practices to encourage active transportation and physical activity in the community.
Persons with disabilities who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Dimitre Guenov, Project Planner, at 407-839-4006 or [email protected]. 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).
Public participation is sought 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, [email protected].
Project information can also be found on the Central Florida Roads website. Media inquiries should be directed to FDOT Communications Manager Steve Olson, 386-943-5479, or [email protected].
The Florida Department of Transportation urges drivers to not text and drive, and to always wear a seatbelt.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is conducting Public Kick-Off Meetings for the St. Johns River to Sea (SJR2C) Loop PD&E Study. The meetings will be offered on two different days with the same information presented. Times and dates are:
The meetings will be held as an open house format from 5:30-7:30 p.m., with no formal presentation.
FDOT will present trail alternatives for U.S. 1, or another alternative route, from State Road 44 (Lytle Avenue) to Beville Road, approximately 12.5 miles. The meetings provide interested persons an opportunity to express their views concerning the social, economic and environmental impacts of the proposed design alternatives. Participants may review and discuss the study with FDOT staff at any time during the meetings. Information presented at the meetings will also be available on the study website, CFLroads.com (search by number 439865-1) by Wednesday, January 17.
Public participation is sought 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 via email at [email protected]. The environmental review, consultation and other actions required by applicable federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by the 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.
Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Heather Grubert, P.E., FDOT Project Manager, at 719 S. Woodland Blvd. – MS 501, DeLand, FL 32720, by phone 386-943-5540, or by email to [email protected]. 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).
Media inquiries should be directed to FDOT Communications Manager Steve Olson, 386-943-5479, [email protected].
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will conduct a public hearing Tuesday, December 19, from 5-7 p.m. regarding proposed safety improvements on State Road (S.R.) 436/South Semoran Boulevard just south of S.R. 552/Curry Ford Road. The meeting will start as an open house at 5 p.m. with a presentation at 6 p.m. followed by public comments, and will be held at the FDOT Urban Office located at 133 South Semoran Boulevard, Orlando, FL, 32807.
The proposed safety project addresses operational and safety concerns in the area by converting the full median opening at the Ross entrance driveway to a bi-directional median opening with a new traffic signal providing a protected left turn from S.R. 436. This modification reduces traffic conflict points at the intersection, improving safety. Southbound and northbound left turns into the shopping centers will still be permitted, but left turns out will be prohibited. As part of the improvements, the left turn lanes to the south of this driveway intersection will also be lengthened, allowing for more queue space.
This public hearing is being conducted to give interested persons an opportunity to express their views concerning the location, conceptual design, and social, economic, and environmental effects of the proposed improvements. Draft project documents are available for public review until January 2, 2018 at the FDOT Urban Office, 133 South Semoran Boulevard, Orlando, FL, 32807, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5p.m.
Persons wishing to submit statements, in place of or in addition to oral statements, may do so at the hearing, or by sending them to: Dave Mixon, FDOT, District Five Roadway Design, 719 S. Woodland Boulevard, M.S. No. 562, DeLand, FL 32720 or [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 Kelly Hiden, Public Involvement Coordinator, 407-508-0839, or [email protected]. 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).
Public participation is sought 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 at [email protected].
Media inquiries can be directed to Communications Manager Steve Olson, 386-943-5479, [email protected].
The Florida Department of Transportation is starting a project to help make the ride smoother along a portion of State Road (S.R.) 44/New York Avenue in DeLand. Crews will be sealing cracks in the concrete and removing and replacing damaged concrete slabs at various locations between Boundary and Hill avenues.
Construction is to begin Monday, Dec. 11, at Boundary Avenue, moving east, and is expected to finish in fall 2018. The project also includes replacing the concrete at the intersection of Plymouth Avenue and Woodland Boulevard, which is expected to occur toward the end of the project.
During construction, motorists can expect daytime and nighttime lane closures with flagging operations on S.R. 44, as well as nighttime detours. No lane closures are permitted during peak morning and afternoon travel between Clara and Fairview avenues, and no daytime lane closures are permitted on Woodland Boulevard.
Please note that construction schedules may change due to weather or other circumstances. Electronic message boards will be used to alert motorists to lane closures and detours, and updates will be available on the FDOT’s Central Florida website CFLRoads.com.
Media inquiries should be directed to FDOT Communications Manager Steve Olson at 386-943-5479 or [email protected]. Other construction-related questions may be directed to Carolyn Fitzwilliam, Public Information Coordinator, 386-740-3566 or [email protected].
On Friday, October 6, Mr. Glenn Burns of Montverde was presented the Garry Balogh Inspiring Excellence Award; the highest honor bestowed by the Florida Department of Transportation, Scenic Highways Program. The award recognizes leadership, innovation, stewardship, and achievements that have made a significant and lasting impact on a scenic highway, scenic highway community, or the statewide program.
Mr. Burns, a local leader and 17-year advocate for the Green Mountain Scenic Highway, accepted the award at the Oakland Nature Preserve; celebrating there with thirty close friends and family. The award was established in 2015 to honor Garry Balogh, a popular Department of Transportation employee responsible for the designation and successful implementation of many Florida Scenic Highways, including Green Mountain. Mr. Burns served the Green Mountain Scenic Byway as community liaison, administrator and grant writer, but also spent countless hours representing the byway at public meetings and special events. His deep institutional knowledge helped guide new board members, and he is described by many as Green Mountain’s greatest champion.
Garry Balogh and Glenn Burns actually worked together closely for many years. According to Green Mountain Chairman Greg Gensheimer, “Like Garry, Glenn has lead from behind the scenes. There’s no rah-rah speeches, no war cries, no rallying of the troops. When the rest of us got to where we were going, Glenn and Garry were there and we understood the effect of their efforts.” Mike Dew, Secretary, Florida Department of Transportation, offered his congratulations to Mr. Burns, and noted, “Glenn’s contributions to the Green Mountain Scenic Byway are significant and lasting.”
Governor Rick Scott today announced the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will receive a historic $10.8 billion in the recommended FY 2018-2019 Securing Florida’s Future budget to keep Florida’s transportation and infrastructure system the best in the nation.
Governor Scott said, “Transportation infrastructure plays an important role in helping support our booming economy, growing population and record numbers of visitors. By making historic investments in Florida’s transportation system for the past five years, we have solidified Florida as a national leader and a global destination for trade. I am proud to announce that the Securing Florida’s Future budget will continue this success with a $10.8 billion investment in our roads, bridges, airports and seaports, which will make sure our state remains prepared for future growth and job creation.”
The Governor’s FY 2018-2019 transportation budget makes the following investments:
Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Dew said, “Governor Scott’s record transportation budget continues to give Florida the best infrastructure in the nation. The additional transportation investment increases our state’s economic activity, creates jobs and gets our residents to their work and back to their families safely and efficiently.”
The Governor’s Securing Florida’s Future budget makes the following transportation investments:
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Florida Transportation Commission Chairman Jay Trumbull said, “Governor Scott’s record of prudent, consistent growth in his transportation budgets continues to stimulate increased economic activity and population growth. He recognizes that these investments are necessary to continue our upward trend.”
Florida Transportation Builders’ Association President Bob Burleson said, “Governor Scott’s budget continues his commitment to providing Florida’s families and visitors a safe and congestion-free transportation system through strategic infrastructure investments.”
Florida Ports Council President and CEO Doug Wheeler said, “The record growth in Florida’s seaports are a direct result of the over $1 billion investment by Governor Scott and the Florida Legislature. More competitive, efficient and safer than ever, Florida’s ports make the state a worldwide hub for international commerce and destination cruises.”
Floridians for Better Transportation President Sally Patrenos said, “Governor Scott knows that we need to seek innovative solutions today to solve tomorrow’s transportation challenges. His budget builds on his record levels of infrastructure funding to prepare us for future growth.”
Florida Public Transportation Association Executive Director Lisa M. Bacot said, “As Florida prepares for future growth and demand on our transit systems, Governor Scott continues to prioritize public transportation solutions for those who rely on it every day.”
Florida Airports Council President and CEO Lisa Lyle Waters said, “Florida’s airports continue to see record passenger and business growth and are among our nation’s leaders in passenger volume as a result of unprecedented investments by Governor Scott. This year’s budget builds on a billion dollar foundation to create a safe and efficient airport network for Florida’s families, businesses and visitors.”
