Transportation news and events from the
Wilmington Area Planning Council (WILMAPCO).
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You are invited to the final Community Meeting for the I-95 Cap Feasibility Study |
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Join WILMAPCO, DelDOT, and City of Wilmington for the final public meeting of I-95 Cap Feasibility Study. A highway cap would create the opportunity for new public space, and walking and biking connections on top of the I-95 in the City of Wilmington.
The community meeting will be held on Thursday, November 17 from 6-7:30pm at Ursuline Academy Auditorium, 1106 Pennsylvania Ave, Wilmington. Parking is at the Franklin Street entrance.
During the meeting, we’ll unveil the Draft Final Concept for the potential cap. The concept was developed based on the public feedback from several community workshops, stakeholders meetings, and community events over the last year. You’ll have the opportunity to share your thoughts on the draft concept, learn about the next steps, and influence the future of a new 12-acre public space in the City.
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Let federal regulators know your thoughts on how transportation planning is being administered in the region |
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Federal regulations stipulate that Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO) such as WILMAPCO must undergo a Federal Certification Review every four years. Conducted by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), the review helps ensure that the transportation planning process for New Castle County, Delaware and Cecil County, Maryland is being satisfactorily implemented.
Part of this review will include a Virtual Public Meeting on Wednesday, November 9, from 6-7pm. During this meeting, the public is encouraged to share their thoughts and experiences with the transportation planning process in New Castle and Cecil Counties.
Microsoft Teams Meeting Login:
Meeting ID: 215 400 670 811
Passcode: HVpY2y
Call in: (509) 931-1572
Phone Conference ID: 457 169 554#
Written comments may also be submitted directly to FHWA and FTA via:
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Check out WILMAPCO's Fall Transporter Newsletter |
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Want to learn more about local transportation plans and studies? Then the WILMAPCO Transporter Newsletter is for you! Featured in the latest edition is the 2050 Regional Transportation Plan Update. WILMAPCO has begun updating the plan that sets out the broad goals and specific actions to achieve those goals. The updated plan will also include new data, public opinions, and an updated project list based on anticipated funding for the next 20 years. Click below to learn more.
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DART proposes Uber-like microtransit service in Newark |
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As reported in the Newark Post, "By this time next year, Newarkers may have a way to request a bus to pick them up at their house and drive them anywhere in the city for just $2.
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New low-cost airliner plans to return passenger service to New Castle Airport |
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As reported by Delaware News Journal, "A new low-cost airline is planning to offer commercial service at the New Castle Airport.
Avelo Airlines, which launched in April 2021 and serves about 30 destinations across the U.S. Avelo is aiming to begin service before the end of the year."
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DelDOT publishes draft Pedestrian Action Plan Phase I |
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DelDOT published the draft Pedestrian Action Plan Phase I for public review and comment. The draft plan is available on the project website https://tinyurl.com/mr3tcsjp. The plan outlines steps toward ensuring a safe, accessible, connected, and equitable network for pedestrians traveling along state-maintained roadways. The public is encouraged to read the plan, take the public survey, and submit questions or comments to pedaction.plan@delaware.gov. Comments maybe sent in writing to DelDOT Community Relations, 800 S. Bay Road, Dover DE 19901 or by calling 302-760-2080.
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I-95 Restore the Corridor to be complete by year end |
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As reported in Delaware Public Media, "The I-95 Restore the Corridor project in Wilmington is in its final push and should be done by the end of the year. The home stretch includes some of the most disruptive closures yet, called 'super weekends,' in which the entire southbound lane will be shut down after Exit 8."
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MDOT MTA Launches Campaign to Address Sexual Harassment on Transit |
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The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) has announced the launch of a public service campaign to reduce the incidence of sexual harassment on transit. The agency is addressing the issue as part of its efforts to follow through on safety and security commitments adopted in the MDOT MTA Rebuilding Better strategic plan. |
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Energize Delaware Granting Local Governments Access to Electric Vehicles |
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Energize Delaware’s latest program is focused on helping Delaware’s towns, cities, and county governments get easier access to electric powered vehicles (EVs). The nonprofit has allocated five million dollars in fiscal 2022-2023 for the program. All local governments in Delaware may apply. Grants are available for up to $500,000 and can be used for feasibility studies, motorcycles, cars, trucks, vans, electric riding lawn equipment, charging stations, utility upgrades, installation, and special training for use of new EV equipment. |
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South Wilmington Community Survey |
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South Wilmington is at significant risk of flooding today and in the future due to climate change. The South Wilmington Shoreline Protection Project is a planning project being undertaken by the City of Wilmington’s Department of Public Works. Through the project, strategies will be developed to help reduce the impacts of flooding on the South Wilmington neighborhood. This survey is intended for people who live in, work in, or visit South Wilmington and will help the project team. |
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Elkton approves truck stop expansion off of Route 40 |
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As published in the Cecil Daily, "The Town of Elkton’s mayor and commissioners have approved the introduction of annexation for the expansion of Estes Express Lines – a trucking company located between Chesapeake Blvd. and Maloney Road. The expansion looks to annex 37.726 acres of woodlands that back up to Estes Express Lines’ already existing facility. The property, owned by Perch Creek Properties, LLC, will feature a lot consisting of 843 spaces for trucks, vans, trailers and tractor trailers, as well as a five bay maintenance shop if granted full approval for annexation."
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New Maps Show 19 States, 2 Territories With Adult Obesity Prevalence of 35% or More |
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At least 35% of adults in 19 states and 2 territories have obesity, according to 2021 Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps released by CDC. This is up from 16 states in 2020. The maps show self-reported adult obesity prevalence by race, ethnicity, and location using data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. The 2021 data are from 49 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The jurisdictions with adult obesity prevalence at or above 35% are Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.
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Wilmington Area Planning Council
(WILMAPCO)
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The Wilmington Area Planning Council (WILMAPCO) is the regional transportation planning agency for New Castle County, Delaware and Cecil County, Maryland. As a federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), WILMAPCO is charged with planning and coordinating transportation investments for the region based on federal policy, local input, technical analysis, and best practices. |
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You are invited to participate in the transportation planning process, regardless of your race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency), religion, creed, gender, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran’s status, or background. To request special accommodations, or if you need this information in another language, please contact WILMAPCO at (302) 737-6205 or dvoss@wilmapco.org.
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