Category: News
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Planning Commission accepting applications for appointee to the TPO Citizens Advisory Committee
April 2023 – As a voting member of the Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), the Planning Commission appoints a member to the TPO Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The Planning Commission invites anyone interested in transportation and planning for the future of our community to submit an application for consideration to be appointed to the CAC for […]
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USF Fellow shines brightly at National Planning Conference
April 2023 – At the recent 2023 National Planning Conference (#NPC23) held in Philadelphia, our University of South Florida (USF) Fellow Beneetta Mary Jose was honored to lead a team of USF Master of Urban & Regional Planning (#USFMURP) students selected as finalists in the National Student design competition. Only the top three teams were […]
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The Rewind: April TPO Board meeting recap
April 2023 – Important decisions were made at the April 2023 TPO Board meeting that resulted in the approval of road safety improvement projects focused on some of the most dangerous intersections in both the City of Tampa and in unincorporated Hillsborough County. The planned improvements are best-practice treatments for reducing serious injury crashes. The […]
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Check out our new Garden Steps brochure
Want to find Hillsborough County’s Community Gardens and how to get there? Your TPO has put together a handy brochure to help improve access to healthy foods in food deserts in our community in conjunction with our Garden Steps partnership. Check out the Garden Steps brochure
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Eyes on 2050: LRTP Equity Needs Assessment
April 2023 – In preparation of the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), the TPO is applying an equity needs lens across all project areas. This Equity Needs Assessment will consider current transportation needs by examining transportation and health disparities across historically marginalized neighborhoods through GIS analysis. The results will help guide individual project recommendations […]
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Dry weather signals seasonal changes for Hillsborough River
April 2023 – Freshwater flows are the lifeblood of the lower Hillsborough River. This area is an estuary, where saltwater and freshwater meet. As such, it is an important nursery ground for numerous commercially and recreationally important fish, crabs, and other species. With the growing population of Tampa taking more and more drinking water from […]
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Connections to Tomorrow – April 2023
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How do you see the future of Hillsborough County?
March 2023 – With its enduring natural beauty, unique charm, and diversity, Unincorporated Hillsborough County is attracting national attention and unprecedented growth, both regionally and locally, as we expect an additional 350,000 people and 107,000 jobs by 2045*. While the success of the County brings many benefits to our communities, its growth also creates a […]
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Even after 42K households leave, Hillsborough County still attracts more
March 2023 – Last month, we discussed Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) inflows into Hillsborough County. In this article, we will be looking at the other side of the proverbial coin. We will examine how many households leave Hillsborough County and where they go. Moreover, we will see how much Aggregate Gross Income (AGI) [i] leaves […]
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FDOT eyes safety improvements on Boy Scout and US 301
March 2023 – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has submitted a request to amend the TPO’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to add funds for projects to make intersections on Boy Scout Boulevard and US 301 safer. If approved, the amendments would install new traffic signals, lighting, signage, and road striping. Improvements to Boy Scout […]
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TPO Board greenlights important projects
March 2023 – At its March meeting, the TPO Board gave greenlights to a few important projects. Greenlight #1: The HART Transportation Improvement Program amendment The Board unanimously approved $5 million to fund improvements to HART bus stops. Improvements would construct or upgrade 50 – 60 bus stops to make them easily accessible for people […]
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We need your voice! That’s right, YOU!
March 2023 – Are you ready to use your voice to make an impact in your community? If so, Hillsborough TPO wants you to join our Citizens Advisory Committee! This is an ideal opportunity to learn about transportation planning, discuss transportation options, and advise the TPO Board about important policies that shape how you travel […]
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#YourTPO shows wildlife some love
March 2023 – Wildlife need space to seek food, water, and find mates, and the larger the animal, the farther they roam to find needed resources for survival. As our population increases, interactions with wildlife also increase. Wildlife crossings are underpasses or similar structures that allow animals to safely cross roads and provide environmental benefits. […]
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The health of the river a continued focus in 2023
March 2023 – The Hillsborough River Interlocal Planning Board’s Technical Advisory Council (TAC) held its first meeting of the new year on February 21. As required by their bylaws, their first business was to hold elections of officers. Both Dr. Richard Brown and Mr. Stu Marvin were re-elected as Chair and Vice Chair, respectively. This […]
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Connections to Tomorrow – March 2023
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