TRENDING IN TRANSPORTATION |
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SCTPO Governing Board Actions Recap: July 2021 Meeting |
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Re-watch July 2021 SCTPO Board Meeting |
Re-watch July 2021 Technical & Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting |
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Here are the actions that the SCTPO Governing Board made during the July 8, 2021 meeting:
- Approved Professional Services Agreement for Traffic Data Collection Program
- Approved Work Order 22-05T, Transit Ridership Survey Scope of Services
- Approved Resolution 22-01, Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund Planning Grant
- Approved Resolution 22-05, Central Florida MPO Alliance FY 22 Regional List of Priority Projects
- Approved Auditing Services Selection Committee
- Approved Resolution 22-02, FY 21-25 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment
- Adopted Resolution 22-03, FY 22-26 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
- Adopted FY 22 List of Project Priorities
- Adopted Resolution 22-04, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Master Plan
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Board Approves FY 2022-26 Transportation Improvement Program |
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The SCTPO’s Governing Board officially approved the FY 2022-26 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) during its regular meeting held on July 8, 2021. The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) shows in detail how over $1 billion will be invested over the next five years to implement our 2045 Long Range Transportation Plan. The TIP is updated each year as projects are completed, ongoing projects are advanced, and new projects get underway.
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SCTPO Posts Adopted FY 2022 List of Project Priorities |
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The SCTPO Governing Board adopted the 2021 List of Project Priorities (LOPP) during its regular meeting held on July 8, 2021. The LOPP contains a list of the unfunded highway, technology, and bicycle and pedestrian projects. The LOPP serves as a bridge document between the Space Coast TPO’s Long Range Transportation Plan and the five-year Transportation Improvement Program. The 2021 List of Project Priorities has been posted to the website and can be viewed here. |
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Learn More About the SCTPO's Transportation Resiliency Master Plan |
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Transportation resiliency is the ability of a transportation system to move people and goods around even when it is faced with various events or obstacles. Shocks and stressors such as sea level rise, natural disasters, aging infrastructure, storm surge, wildfires/drought, and flooding are impacting our communities and transportation system. But we're drafting a road map to resiliency. Learn more, visit: www.tinyurl.com/SCTPOTRMP
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Lisa Hickman Completes
Executive Leadership Institution
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SCTPO Administrative Assistant, Lisa Hickman, recently graduated from Brevard County's Executive Leadership Institution. 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. Lisa has been with the SCTPO for the past five years. In addition to her role, she also serves as the clerk to SCTPO's Governing Board and advisory committees. Our staff congratulates her on this huge achievement! |
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Abby Hemenway Named
Dick Baumbach PR Pro of the Year
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The Space Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association recently named Abby Hemenway as the 2021 Dick Baumbach PR Professional of the Year. The award is given to an active, committed FPRA member who regularly contributes their time, energy, enthusiasm, and skill to ensure the chapter’s success. |
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County Commission Confirms Terry Jordan as
Director of Space Coast Area Transit
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Earlier this month, the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners unanimously confirmed Terry A. Jordan as the new Director of Transit Services. Jordan has served as Space Coast Area Transit’s Planner since June 2017, working on major initiatives such as the intelligent transportation system installation, mobile fare payments, and bus stop improvements. Read press release: 321Transit.com/JordanNewDirector.
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PUBLIC EVENTS & INFORMATION |
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Volunteers Needed! Stop On Red Pop-Up Event, 8/3/21 |
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On August 3, 2021, SCTPO staff will be partnering with the National Coalition for Safer Roads and Melbourne Police Department to host a pop-up event to raise awareness about #StopOnRedWeek. Volunteers will be taking it to the streets to remind motorists and cyclists to stop on red. Interested in volunteering? Email kim.smith@brevardfl.gov to participate. |
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Save the Date! #TransportationThursdays: ITS, 8/26/21 |
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Join SCTPO Transportation Program Manager, Steven Bostel, during our next #TransportationThursdays webinar on August 26, at 10:00 AM. In this webinar, you'll learn about how intelligent transportation systems (ITS) are redefining the ways we move on our roadways.
ITS is the application of advanced information and communications technology to surface transportation in order to achieve enhanced safety and mobility while reducing the environmental impact of transportation.
These new technologies are designed to ensure that our roadways become more efficient and safe. Join us to learn more! Free, but must register.
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BPTAC Advisory Committee Meeting: August 30, 5:30 PM |
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The SCTPO will hold the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Advisory Committee (BPTAC) Meeting on Monday, August 30, 2021, beginning at 5:30 PM at the Center for Collaboration, located at 1100 Rockledge Blvd. Rockledge, FL 32955. The 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. Join us! |
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FDOT D5, City of Cape Canaveral, and SCTPO Launch
Roads & Modes Social Media Campaign
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LOCAL & MODAL PARTNER UPDATES |
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FDOT Ramp Improvements: SR 519 (Fiske Blvd.) and Barnes Road |
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FDOT Central Florida will provide safety and operational upgrades at the Fiske Boulevard (State Road (S.R.) 519) and Interstate 95 (I-95) interchange from south of Prosperity Place to north of Barnes Boulevard.
Improvements on Fiske Boulevard include the addition of dual left-hand turn lanes at the I-95 on and off ramps and the removal of the northbound U-turn movement at the southbound I-95 ramps. The project will also replace the free-flowing right turn movements onto I-95 with signalized right turns. In addition, the road will be resurfaced, and pedestrian and bicycle accommodations will be added to each side of the roadway.
New pedestrian facilities will connect into the existing sidewalk south of Prosperity Place and new 6-foot-wide buffered bicycle lanes will tie into the 4-foot-wide paved shoulders on Stadium Parkway. The Fiske Boulevard bridge over I-95 will also be modified, with lane and shoulder widths being reduced to accommodate the installation of a 5-foot-wide sidewalk on both sides of the road. In addition, drainage pond modifications will include quality water treatment.
For more information about detours, timeline, and project specifics, review the Project Website. For more information or for questions, please call
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FDOT Roadway Resurfacing: N. Courtenay Pkwy from SR 528 to KSC |
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FDOT Central Florida will be making roadway improvements to North Courtenay Parkway (S.R. 3) from the S.R. 528 access ramps to the Kennedy Space Center Gate in Merritt Island. The work will consist of resurfacing the northbound and southbound travel lanes, along with median widening to accommodate new traffic separating concrete islands. Workers will also reconstruct sidewalks, and install 4-foot-wide bicycle lanes.
Other improvements include pedestrian signal upgrades to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, guardrail enhancements, intersection lighting, Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) upgrades, and drainage modifications.
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For more information about detours, timeline, and project specifics, review the Project Website.
For more information, please call
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FDOT US 1 Resurfacing: From Post Road to Miller Cove Road |
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FDOT Central Florida is proposing improvements to U.S. 1 (N. Harbor City Boulevard) from Post Road to Miller Cove Road in the Town of Palm Shores.
The purpose of the project is to enhance safety and operations along the corridor. Improvements include resurfacing this section of U.S. 1 to extend the service life of the existing roadway and provide a smoother surface for drivers. The project will also improve pedestrian safety by adding sidewalk connections and new pedestrian crossings and reconstructing sidewalk curb ramps in accordance with current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines. For more information about detours, timeline, and project specifics, review the Project Website.
This project will be constructed with a drainage improvement project at Castaway Marine.
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Allegiant Announces New Nonstop Service from
Melbourne Orlando International Airport to Three New Destinations
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Allegiant now has nonstop service from Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) to three new destinations: Pittsburgh, Pa.; Nashville, Tenn., and Concord, N.C. beginning in November. The new nonstop routes will operate twice weekly. Low-cost flights from your low-stress airport! Flight days, times, and the lowest fares can be found only at Allegiant.com.
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Governor DeSantis Announces $250 Million
to Support Economic Recovery for Florida Ports
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On July 29, 2021, Governor Ron DeSantis announced $250 million in funding for Florida’s ports to assist in recovery from decreased revenue in 2020, and to invest in infrastructure at Florida’s ports. Florida’s ports generate an economic impact of $117.6 billion and support 900,000 jobs.
"The impact seaports have on every region in our state is enormous and, under the Governor’s leadership, the state continues to make key investments in our transportation network to keep our state moving forward and ensure that goods make it to consumers efficiently,” said FDOT Secretary Kevin J. Thibault, P.E. “The funding announced today will have lasting positive impacts and significantly assist our seaport partners, as well as their surrounding communities.”
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East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Seeks Input:
Central Florida Vision "How Did We Grow?" Survey
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In 2007, the region worked together to help shape the future of Central Florida through the "How Shall We Grow?" Regional Vision. Now, the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council wants to have a meaningful conversation about how well the region has implemented the vision and how to improve.
They want to hear from you again regarding your values, priorities for the region, and how they are doing in creating a great place to live, learn, work and play. If you're new to the region, learn more here.
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Brightline Railroad Construction Advisory: Brevard County |
Brightline announces lane closures, work zone, railroad crossing, and bridgework information for Phase 2 construction from Orlando to West Palm Beach, connecting Orlando to South Florida. Motorists and watercraft should proceed with extra caution through work zones and adhere to posted detour signs, speed limits, and other signage. Full closures and high-profile closures are indicated in red.
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EVENT RECAPS & SOCIAL MEDIA SPOTLIGHTS |
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SCTPO Staff Tours Brevard County Brightline Construction Sites |
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Earlier this month, SCTPO staff partnered with Brightline's Director of Public Affairs, Katie Mitzner, and Assistant Project Manager, Matt Carroll, P.E., to tour the Brevard County #OnTrackToOrlando construction sites. Hard hats in hand, staff traveled up and down the SR 528 corridor stopping along the way to view the progress of the West Palm to Orlando extension. Sights included the St. Johns River Trestle Bridge, 528/I-95 steel beam bridgework, the casting yard where the arch tunnel will live beneath 528, and we ended at the Box Jack at 528/US 1 in Cocoa. To see the construction zones in person made us so excited to live and work in the heart of transportation.
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Space Coast TPO Recognizes National Stop On Red Week |
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Created by the Federal Highway Administration, National Stop on Red Week aims to educate drivers about the dangers of red-light running and to help reduce the number and severity of traffic crashes. |
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Americans with Disabilities Act Celebrates 31 Years |
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The SCTPO celebrates the 31st Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). As a planning organization, we are continually striving to foster inclusion and equity in the public involvement process and looking for ways to ensure equal access for all. #ADA31
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Learn More About Being a School Crossing Guard |
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Do you have a few extra hours in your day? Want to have a positive effect on your community?
Many cities in Brevard County are in need of school crossing guards. Being a school crossing guard provides you with an opportunity to have a positive impact on your community. You serve as a traffic safety advocate, protecting our most vulnerable road users - student pedestrians and bicyclists. To apply for a guard position, contact your local city or county government.
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Behind the Scene Video:
Learn more about the role and responsibility of a school crossing guard.
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Intelligent Transportation Systems Show & Tell |
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Show and tell, but make it traffic-themed! 😏 In early July, at both our Technical and Citizens Advisory Committee Metting and our SCTPO Governing Board Meeting, Transportation Program Manager, Steven Bostel, partnered with Brevard County Traffic Operations to have traffic gadgets and gizmos on display during his presentation for the adoption of our Intelligent Transportation Systems Master Plan. Showcasing our current technology and discussing where it is headed in the future was an impactful way of underscoring the importance of intelligent transportation systems.
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Brevard County Installs New Sandhill Crane Crossing Signs |
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Look twice for feathered friends! Thanks to many citizen calls and emails, Brevard County Government recently installed four new Sandhill Crane Crossing signs on Pineda Blvd., between Wickham Road and Addison Drive. Remember: pedestrians come in all shapes, sizes, and species!
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Space Coast Area Transit Drivers Wanted |
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Are you or someone you know looking for a job? Space Coast Area Transit is currently hiring professional drivers. Be part of their awesome team!
A CDL License is required. Full and part-time jobs available + benefits: APPLY NOW
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Coming Soon! Back to School Safety Social Media Campaign |
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Traffic safety is another school supply to add to the list! In August, the SCTPO will launch a social media campaign to tackle back-to-school traffic safety awareness. Stay tuned to our social media channels!
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NEWS FEATURES & CALENDAR ITEMS |
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Brevard Co. Newsletter- 7/1/2021
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FYI - City of Cocoa's Newsletter- Issue 141
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Florida Today - July 29, 2021
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Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization
2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera, FL 32940
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Title VI/Non-discrimination: For questions regarding our civil rights adherence policies, please contact Abby Hemenway, Title VI Coordinator, at abby.hemenway@brevardfl.gov or call 321-690-6890.
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