Federal law requires that each Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) develop a Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) for their respective planning area that addresses, at a minimum, a 20-year planning horizon. The Volusia County TPO recognizes that this activity is much more than a Federal mandate – a coordinated, long range approach is necessary for planning an effective transportation system.
When completed, the year 2035 LRTP will outline a strategic approach to developing a comprehensive system of transportation options. The activities required to develop this plan started in 2009 and must be complete by October 2010. The planning effort provides an opportunity to:
- Take stock of our current resources and system limitations;
- Reach out to partner organizations and the public to identify future challenges and opportunities;
- Define our collective plans and desirses for the future;
- Prioritize efforts and to seek opportunities for developing cohesively.
We will be seeking innovative ways to enhance mobility throughout the community. Additionally there will continue to be an increased emphasis on the preservation of existing assets as well as the operations and management of both the highway and transit systems. Further, quality-of-life issues and non-motorized modes of transportation will continue to receive increased attention as a part of the plan update.
The TPO is required to review and comply with provisions in SAFETEA-LU regulations, 23 CFR 450 and the eight planning factors found in 23 CFR 450.306. You're invited to explore these provisions along with other important information included within this web site.
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