Programs and Projects
 The Metropolitan Planning Organization
(MPO) is mandated by
the Federal Highway Act of 1973 to provide a cooperative, comprehensive, and continuing transportation planning
and decision-making process. The process encompasses all modes and covers both short-range and long-range
transportation planning. MPO plans and programs are reviewed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the
Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Projects
Adopted ARRA Transportation Projects -
May 11, 2010
Preliminary Engineering Report
I-75
(SR 93) Project Development & Environment Study (PDF:~
65 MB)
MPO Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
DBE Goal for FY 2010/11
Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise (DBE) Program
MPO Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan
LEP Plan
LEP Policy Statement
MPO Title VI Plan
Title VI Plan
Unified Planning Work Program
(UPWP)
The UPWP or Unified Planning Work Program is
our annual work plan and budget. The UPWP lays out planning tasks to be undertaken by the MPO during the upcoming fiscal
year, and tracks the continuation of projects initiated in previous years. The UPWP strives to meet the planning needs
of the community, and includes specific work tasks to address these needs. The UPWP is funded by a combination of Federal Highway and Federal Transit
Administration planning funds.
It describes all the agency and consultant
transportation studies, population and employment forecasts, computer travel demand modeling, and MPO staff
budgeting for the coming year. The Work Program budget normally programs around $500 thousand annually.
The UPWP is updated each spring as required by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
2010/2012 Unified
Planning Work Program
(PDF: 4,920KB)
2008/2010 Unified Planning Work
Program
(PDF: 6,766KB)
2007/2008 Unified Planning Work Program
(PDF: 4,000KB)
2006/2007 Unified Planning Work Program
(PDF: 4,283KB)
2005/2006 Unified Planning Work Program
(PDF: 1,253KB)
2004/2005 Unified Planning Work Program
(PDF: 2,152KB)
2003/2004 Unified Planning Work
Program (PDF: 2,883KB)
2002/2003 Unified Planning Work
Program (PDF: 1,632KB)
Transportation Improvement Program
(TIP)
As developed by the Hernando County MPO, the Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) contains all significant transportation projects scheduled for improvement within the
upcoming five years. Projects are grouped by jurisdictional responsibility, and indicate year, type, and funding level
for each improvement. From a policy-making perspective, the TIP is particularly important in that it establishes the
priorities for scheduling improvements on the State Highway System. Historically, the TIP has been adopted following an
advertised public hearing. Adoption of the TIP occurs in April of each year, following the gathering of project
information from state and local jurisdictions.
An important recent addition to the TIP process has been identifying enhancement (bicycle and pedestrian) projects. This
process entails an extensive public outreach program to ensure that all interested parties are informed of the
availability of these funds and are given the opportunity to submit project proposals.
Public comments received during the MPO's very successful Citizens Transportation Survey was used in
determining the acceptability of the program to the community. In particular, the type of projects and the means for
obtaining their funding are largely based upon these comments.
Transportation
Improvement Program FY 2010/11 THROUGH 2014/15
2011 Transportation
Improvement Plan Map
Transportation Improvement Program FY 2009/10 THROUGH 2013/14
2010 Transportation
Improvement Plan Map
2009 Transportation
Improvement Plan Map
Transportation Improvement
Program FY 2008/09 THROUGH 2012/13
Transportation Improvement Program FY 2007/08 THROUGH 2011/12
Transportation Improvement Program FY 2006/2007 THROUGH
2010/2011
2008
Transportation Improvement Plan Map
Transportation Improvement Program FY 2005/2006 THROUGH
2009/2010
Transportation Improvement Program FY 2004/2005 THROUGH
2008/2009
Transportation Improvement Program FY 2003/2004 THROUGH
2007/2008
Transportation Improvement Program FY 2002/2003 THROUGH 2006/2007
Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian
Plans
The Bicycle and Pedestrian planning programs continue to be strong
emphasis areas of the MPO program. The MPO has developed a Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) and has adopted
a Comprehensive Bicycle Plan. Currently, the BPAC is evaluating the suitability of existing roadways for bicycle use, as
well as identifying and mapping proposed bicycle corridors. It is expected that the BPAC will be fully involved with
formulating and reviewing opportunities for the use of alternative transportation modes in the Long Range Transportation
Plan. The BPAC has also been instrumental in putting the transportation enhancement process into place. Furthermore, the
public has been ready to respond to proposals for enhancement projects by providing frequent comments on their
prioritization and implementation.
Transportation Disadvantaged Planning
Program
The overall mission of Florida's transportation disadvantaged program is
to ensure the availability of efficient, cost-effective, and quality transportation services for transportation
disadvantaged persons. The Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged selected the Hernando County MPO to
serve as the Designated Official Planning Agency for Hernando County's transportation disadvantaged program in August
1993. In this capacity, the MPO provides administrative and planning services to guide the activities of the Community
Transportation Coordinator.
A significant factor in the delivery of
coordinated transportation disadvantaged services is the Transportation
Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP). The TDSP is developed by the CTC and
the Planning Agency, under the guidance and approval of the Local
Coordinating Board (LCB). The TDSP is an annually updated plan that
includes a Development Plan, Service Plan, Quality Assurance, and
Cost/Revenue Allocation and Rate Structure Justification components.
2010-2011 Transportation
Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP)
The MPO's purpose is to plan for the needs of the County's transportation disadvantaged citizens, and assist in the
implementation of the transportation disadvantaged program within a designated service area. Also, the MPO is
responsible for preparing and submitting applications for planning grants funded out of the Transportation Disadvantaged
Trust Fund. The MPO must also ensure that membership on the Local Coordinating Board (LCB) represents, to the maximum
degree possible, a cross section of the local community.
The Local Coordinating Board must identify local service needs and provide information, advice, and direction on the
coordination of services to be provided to the transportation disadvantaged. Also, the LCB reviews the amount and
quality of service being provided to the County's transportation disadvantaged population. The LCB meets quarterly and
is required to hold at least one public hearing a year. The purpose of the hearing is to provide input to the LCB on
unmet needs or any other areas relating to local transportation services.
Public Involvement Process (PIP)
The Hernando County MPO continues to seek new and
innovative ways in which to make the community aware of the MPO’s
activities, and to keep the public well-informed regarding the
transportation planning process. For this reason, the MPO has developed
a Public Involvement Process to use during the development of
transportation plans and programs that affect our community.
The MPO understands the importance of a well-informed public and the
value of the involvement of all citizens. This Public Involvement
Process contains strategies for public involvement that provide complete
information, timely public notice, access to key decisions, and support
early and continuing involvement of the public in developing the plans,
policies and programs of the MPO. The MPO will also actively seek the
involvement of segments of the community that have been traditionally
under-served in the transportation planning process.
Public Involvement Process, December 2008
Public
Involvement Process Update, June 2007
Public Involvement Process,
November 2003
Long Range Transportation Plan
(LRTP)
The Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) Requires each
MPO to update and endorse its Regional Transportation Plan at least every
three years. The plan identifies transportation issues/ concerns and
problems that require improvements now or are expected to need additional
attention in the future, and outlines potential course or actions design to
facilitate these improvements. Specifically, the Regional Highway Section of
the 2000 Transportation Plan includes recommended major improvements to
the existing road network.
2035
Cost Affordable Long Range Transportation Plan, December 2009
LRTP
Downloadable Reports
SAFETEA-LU Update
Signed into law in August
2005, the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation
Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) is the most recent
authorization for surface transportation investment in the United
States. The new act builds on previous national transportation bills –
the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) and
the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21).
These acts provide the funding to meet our future challenges in
providing and maintaining the transportation improvements to accommodate
Hernando County’s continuing growth. SAFETEA-LU authorizes the federal
surface transportation programs for highways and transit for the 5-year
period through 2009. Specifically, SAFETEA-LU addresses:
- Monitoring and identifying safety
improvements
- Reducing traffic congestion
- Protecting the environment
- Promoting alternative modes of
transportation
- Improving efficiency in freight
movement
- Increasing intermodal connections
- Expanding public involvement and
awareness
Prior to July 1, 2007, States and MPOs
must incorporate SAFETEA-LU planning requirements into their planning
and programming process. By July 1, 2007, all new Transportation
Improvement Programs and transportation plans must be SAFETEA-LU
consistent with all the provisions of the federal act.
The Hernando County MPO is committed to addressing all issues related to
compliance with SAFETEA -LU. For this reason, the MPO has prepared the
following three documents to respond to the Federal and State
requirements found in the act. These items are:
- Documentation of SAFETEA-LU
Compliance - This report provides a detailed assessment of the
requirements of SAFETEA-LU and the degree of compliance of the 2025
Cost Affordable Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) adopted by the
MPO in December 2004. The report also contains specific
modifications to the LRTP document and to the MPO’s Public
Involvement Process.
SAFETEA-LU Compliance Final Report, June 2007
- 2025 Cost Affordable Long Range
Transportation Plan (LRTP) Addendum - Although the current LRTP
conformed to regulations in effect at that time, the new federal act
contains provisions that go beyond the scope of activities used to
develop the Plan. Therefore, much of the information in the Addendum
provides an enhanced level of detail regarding items already
considered in the current adopted LRTP.
Plan
Addendum, June 2007
- Modifications to the 2025 Long Range
Transportation Plan (LRTP) - As the primary MPO document guiding the
development of an acceptable transportation system for Hernando
County, LRTP compliance with SAFETEA-LU is a key focal point for the
new federal act. Modifications to the LRTP can be found in Chapter
II, Goals and Objectives, Chapter III, Plan Development Process, and
Chapter V, The Long Range Transportation Plan.
Chapter II: Goals and Objectives
Chapter III: Plan Development Process
Chapter V: The Long Range Transportation Plan
Congestion/Mobility Management System (C/MMS)
Congestion imposes a cost
on all elements of society, regardless of sector or individual
participation. In Hernando County, rapid suburban growth has led to
increased roadway congestion and mobility problems. Intensification of
commercial corridors and activity centers, continued residential
expansion, the emergence of a regional roadway network accompanying the
northward expansion of the Tampa Bay commutershed, all pose continuing
challenges in maintaining a well-managed transportation system for the
community.
In response to this
challenge, the MPO has developed a Congestion/Mobility Management System
that unifies transportation data collected by the MPO and other
agencies. This data and analysis are used to identify and prioritize
short term projects as part of an overall transportation investment
strategy for the urban area. The C/MMS is specific in identifying short
term congestion deficiencies, and addresses system shortcomings from
both operational and network perspectives.
Congestion management is
an ongoing process that focuses on managing congestion rather
than merely adding more capacity to the roadway system through the
addition of lanes.
The C/MMS report and the
annual update give a snapshot of congestion problems faced by the
residents of Hernando County.
2008 C/MMS Update
2006 C/MMS Update
2005 C/MMS
Transit Development Plan
(TDP)
As required under State statutes, the MPO’s Five-Year Transit Development
Plan (TDP) must be updated every three years. The TDP update serves as a
guide for the short and mid-range planning and implementation of public
transportation services.
MPO staff and the MPO’s general planning consultant, Tindale-Oliver &
Associates, Inc., prepared the documentation for the Five-Year Transit
Development Plan contained in the links below. The TDP represents an
extensive analysis of Hernando County demographics that impact mass
transit ridership, as well as looking at current transit operations and
ridership trends. The document also contains proposed system enhancements
to be considered for implementation over the next five years (2007-2011).
For this reason, the TDP update contains an updated five-year financial
plan which shows the sources of revenue to be used for capital and
operational expansion.
As an operations plan, the TDP also provides the details for implementing
modifications to the fixed-route, fixed-schedule bus service currently
operating in the communities of Spring Hill and Brooksville. Several
operational and routing enhancements have already been put into place
since transit service was initiated in November 2002. Service enhancements
have included:
1. Expanded service hours (May 2004);
2. A dedicated Brooksville (Purple) route (May 2004);
3. Complementary fixed-route service as required under the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) (March 2005); and
4. Improved (60 minute) headway on the Brooksville Shuttle (Green) route
(March 2005).
Based upon its extensive analysis, the TDP recommends implementation of
the following additional service features and enhancements:
• Maintaining the status quo transit service on all existing routes (no
service changes).
• Adding Saturday service for all routes starting in 2010.
• Implementation of a West Pasco Express Connector (US 19) linking the
Spring Hill area with the Pasco County Public Transit System in the Hudson
area starting in 2011.
2010-2019 Transit
Development Plan (October 2009)
(13MB, PDF File)
2008 Transit
Development Plan Progress Report (August 2008)
(28MB, PDF File)
2007-2011 Transit Development Plan (June 2006)
(17MB, PDF File)
Hernando County MPO 2003 Transit Operations Plan
2003 Transit Operations Plan (PDF format )
Additional Reference Links
Univ. of FL. Bureau of Economic and
Business Research Report- Transportation Issues: Pedestrian Safety
Univ. of FL. Bureau of Economic and
Business Research Report- Transportation Issues: Intermodal Transportation
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