For Immediate Release: July 19, 2019
SCTPO, FDOT, City of Satellite Beach Partner to Educate Public on Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons
The   Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization   recently partnered with the City of Satellite Beach, Satellite Beach Police Department, Alert Today Florida and the Florida Department of Transportation to host educational pop-ups at the newly installed rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) on A1A in Satellite Beach.

During the event, staff and volunteer cops educated citizens on how to use the traffic devices to help improve the effectiveness and increase safety. In addition, city police officers conducted enforcement citations and warnings to educate motorists.

"Educating people walking, biking and driving on SR A1A on how to use them helps us toward our common goal to improve safety and mobility," said Brenda Young, FDOT District 5 Passenger Operations Manager. "We enjoyed partnering together to talk to passers-by about how they work, collect their pledges for safety, and provide them with additional safety goodies including our Alert Today RRFB tip cards and lighted wrist bands." 
Every traffic-related serious injury and fatality statistic is someone's loved one. A person with a name and a story. We need to strive towards a better system. Thanks for highlighting our goal,  News 13 !
SCTPO Transportation Program Manager Graduates from ELI
SCTPO Transportation Program Manager, Steven Bostel, recently graduated from Brevard County's Executive Leadership Institutio n.

The Executive Leadership Institute is an 18-month leadership training program. The program is inspired by Stephen Covey’s three-day signature program, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. 

Steven has been with the SCTPO for the past 13 years. Our staff congratulates him on this huge achievement!
Board Adopts 2020-2024 Transportation Improvement Program
On July 11, 2019, the SCTPO Governing Board adopted the FY 2020-2024 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) . The TIP shows in detail how over $863 million will be invested over the next five years to implement our Year 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan in Brevard County. The TIP is updated each year as projects are completed, ongoing projects are advanced, and new projects get underway. To learn more, check out our TIP fact sheet .
FDOT to Hold Alternatives Public Meeting for Babcock St PD&E
The Forida Department of Transportation will hold an Alternatives Public Meeting for the Babcock Street/C.R 507 Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at the Knights of Columbus located at 6725 Babcock Street SE, Malabar, Florida 32950. The meeting will be an open house from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The limits of this study are from south of Micco Road/Deer Run Road to Malabar Road/S.R. 514 a distance of approximately 9 miles. The alternatives being considered involve widening Babcock Street/C.R. 507 from two lanes to four lanes, the addition of bicycle and pedestrian features, and intersection and safety improvements. The No-Build or “do nothing” alternative is also being considered.

The meeting is being held to present the alternatives being evaluated and to obtain stakeholder input. Attendees will have an opportunity to view a continuous, looping presentation, and project information will be on display. Members of the project team will also be available to discuss the project and answer questions.

For more information, please contact FDOT Project Manager, Lorena Cucek, at lorena.cucek@dot.state.fl.us or b y phone at 386-943-5392.
Video Feature: FDOT Pedestrian Safety PSA
Photo Feature: Melbourne Police Community Service Officer
Receive Helmet Fit Certifications
The SCTPO's safety and education coordinator, Kim Smith, recently facilitated a helmet fit training for the community service officers from the   Melbourne Police Department .

We love seeing this involvement in the community in promoting safety awareness. 
Space Coast Area Transit, City of West Melbourne Partner to Provide New Bus Shelter
In partnership with the City of West Melbourne, Space Coast Area Transit recently installed a bus shelter on Norfolk Parkway to help transit users of Promise in Brevard. The pad, site work, and installation were completed by the City of West Melbourne and the shelter was provided by Space Coast Area Transit. 
Final Paving of Hickory Street North of Hibiscus Completed
The final paving of Hickory Street has been completed north of Hibiscus Boulevard. This construction i s part of a current project to transform   Hickory Street  i nto a “ complete street ” that is safe, accessible and enjoyable for roadway users of all ages and abilities, including pedestrians, bicyclists, drivers and bus riders is underway. 

Northbound Hickory Street will remain closed from Hibiscus Boulevard to Sheridan Road to complete median work and crosswalks. Remaining work includes landscape, irrigation, striping, signage and pavement markers. Sheridan Road east of Hickory Street is now open to thru traffic. Please follow detour routes accordingly.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the City of Melbourne Engineering Department at 321-608-7300 or engineering@mlbfl.org .
SCTPO Launches Kids' Zone Portal
The Space Coast TPO recently launched a new kid-friendly portal on its website featuring pedestrian and bicycle safety resources. Check it out !
2018 Traffic Counts: Now Available!
The   Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization   (SCTPO) has officially released its  2018 Traffic Counts . Count results are maintained in an  Interactive Traffic Count Database   System that provides current and previous year traffic volumes, count location details, trends, graphs, reports, and maps.

Traffic counts are used by private citizens, local businesses, local government concurrency management systems, and in the  State of the System Report   (SOS). For more information, please contact Chelsea Forgenie, GIS Transportation Analyst, at chelsea.forgenie@brevardfl.gov.
Photo Feature: Space Coast Area Transit Recognized by reThink Your Commute
Space Coast Area Transit recently received the 'Marketing Excellence Awa rd' at the 2019 Florida Travel Choices Awards, which were presented at the 2019 Florida Commuter Transportation Summit on May 31, 2019. 

The Florida Travel Choices Awards recognize excellence in Florida public transportation. Space Coast Area Transit was presented this award at the most recent SCTPO Board Meeting by reThink Your Commute.
Join Us! Bicycle, Pedestrian, Trails Advisory Committee Meeting
Join us at the next BPTAC meeting The Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Advisory Committee (BPTAC) reviews plans and policies regarding bicycle, pedestrian, and multi-use trail projects. BPTAC members represent: local government, law enforcement agencies, educators, cyclists, hikers, walkers, environmentalists, businesses and interested citizens.  Say you're going on Facebook !
Calendar Items
Meetings
  • July 22: BPTAC Meeting
  • July 24: Community Traffic Safety Team Mtg
  • NO AUGUST MEETINGS

Outreach Events/Public Open Houses
  • July 20: CenterPointe Church B2S Bash
  • July 28: Back to School Event - Staples, Melbourne
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