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First Public Hearing on the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
Attached for the MPO Board's review is the Hernando/Citrus MPO's draft 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). The 2050 LRTP serves as the primary guidance for developing the future of the transportation systems throughout Citrus and Hernando Counties.
The proposed draft of the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan is the culmination of many public meetings, workshops, discussions, and activities both on a local level as well as on a regional basis. Pursuant to the MPO's adopted Public Participation Plan, adoption of the LRTP can occur after a 30-day public comment period occurs and two public hearings are conducted by the MPO Board, and the MPO Board's committees have reviewed the document. The public comment period began September 1, 2024. The September 5 meeting is the first of the two required hearings by the MPO Board. The final adoption hearing is scheduled for October 3, 2024. Submittal is required within 90 days of adoption to the Federal Highway Administration/US Department of Transportation.
The 2050 LRTP serves to reflect the growth that is occurring by addressing goals vitally important to the transportation process including:
* Safety (addressing priorities that seek to improve safety in the transportation system for all modes and users),
* Economy (proactively supporting activities vital to economic development and tourism throughout Hernando and Citrus counties),
* Mobility (providing for the mobility needs of the communities),
* Implementation (ensuring effective execution of improvements and maintenance)
* Intermodal (maintaining the existing transportation system including roadways, transit systems, and enhance bicycle/pedestrian systems),
* Livability (enhancing and preserving where possible the physical, and natural environments unique to Citrus and Hernando counties)
* Preservation (maintaining and preserving a resilient transporta...
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