SARASOTA — Region residents who have transportation thoughts and opinions are encouraged to give them through the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization.
The MPO has launched the Invest Today, Transform Tomorrow initiative, it announced in a news release.
As a part of that initiative, it has the Phase 1 Visioning Survey, an online survey that is open through June 15.
To take the survey, visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/SMMPO
“Our recent initiatives, shaped by community input, have driven investments towards enhancing safety and improving the travel experience for everyone — that’s our main priority,” Sarasota/Manatee MPO Executive Director David Hutchinson stated in the news release. “The 2050 LRTP is a regional commitment to meeting our community’s needs, promoting sustainable practices, and improving the daily lives of our residents.”
The MPO’s 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan is the three-phase project that is a “pivotal blueprint for shaping the infrastructure of our region,” the news release states.
The survey and Invest Today, Transform Tomorrow is a part of that.
“The plan, once complete, will clearly outline the key projects and investments needed to improve mobility, safety, and accessibility across various transport modes—including roads, public transit, and paths for pedestrians and cyclists,” it stated.
“Developed through broad community involvement and detailed expert analysis, the 2050 LRTP is designed to boost economic growth and enhance the quality of life by creating a sustainable and efficient transportation network that meets the needs of both counties.”
The LRTP is updated every five years, the news release stated. That is to reflect demographics, economics, and community needs, to remain relevant, it stated.
“The 2050 LRTP builds on the 2045 LRTP, which outlined nearly $2 billion worth of regional transportation projects with a focus on projects that encourage safety, reduce traffic congestion, and fix the most dangerous roads and intersections in the area,” it stated.
The survey can also be taken in Spanish by visiting www.surveymonkey.com/r/SMMPOsp
For more information on Invest Today, Transform Tomorrow/2050 Long Range Transportation Plan, visit www. transform-tomorrow.com.
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