Tuesday, August 25, 2009

August 24 TRAC Update

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Transportation & Redevelopment Action Committee
TRAC Update
Newsletter 5
August 24, 2009


In this edition of the TRAC Update, we bring you a blog entry on smart growth, a spotlight on Miami 21 as our Transportation Initiative around the state and a listing of some of the many upcoming transportation related meetings and events.

Best,
TRAC


Raising the Bar on Smart Growth
This blog entry asks smart growth advocates to demand more than tall, dense & boxy buildings.


Transportation Initiatives Around Florida: Spotlight Miami
Miami 21 is a group that takes a holistic approach to land use and urban planning for the Miami of the future. They are seeking a clear vision for the city that is supported by specific guidelines and regulations for land use. The Miami 21 Zoning Code is a form based code for the city of Miami. Learn more. . .



Transportation Events & Meetings

  • Bus Rapid Transit Environmental Assessment process meetings, hosted by SCAT
    Wednesday, August 26th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm & Thursday, August 27th, 10:00am - 12:00pmGeldbart Auditorium, Selby Public Library, 1331 First Street, Sarasota, Fl.
    More information on BRT

  • TBARTA Land Use Working Group Meeting
    Thursday, August 27th 9:30 - 12:00
    Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., Pinellas Park, Fl.
    More information on the LUWG.

  • North Cattlemen Road Improvement Project Public Hearing
    Thursday, August 27th 5:00 - 7:00County Operations Facility (BOB), 1001 Sarasota Center Blvd., Sarasota, Fl.
    More information about the project

  • Florida Department of Transportation's Strategic Intermodal System Input Meetings
    Throughout August and September, various locations
    More information on the FDOT SIS

  • "Smart Growth Dumb Growth", hosted by USF's Institute for Public Policy & Leadership
    Wednesday, September 30th 4:00 - 5:30USF Sarasota-Manatee Selby Auditorium 8350 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Fl.
    More information about the event


Transportation in the News
One of the goals of our newsletter is to keep you informed of transportation developments that affect our local area. Check out the latest transportation news below!

Do you know someone who would like to receive TRAC updates in their inbox? Anyone can subscribe by emailing Kate at kirwin@scopexcel.org.


TRAC is a committee of the Summit for Environmental Action (SEA). SEA is an initiative of SCOPE. Learn more at http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=ge87k5cab.0.0.9gjriacab.0&ts=S0411&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.scopexcel.org&id=preview.

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August 11 TRAC Update

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Transportation & Redevelopment Action Committee
TRAC Update
Newsletter 4
(due to a numbering error, there is no newsletter 3)
August 11, 2009


In this edition of the TRAC Update, we bring you a video of our presentation to the Board of County Commissioners,a new feature on Transportation Initiatives around the state and transportation news from around our region.

Best,
TRAC

TRAC's Report
Watch Jennifer Shafer, TRAC Chairwoman, present our findings to the Board of County Commissioners. (jump to Agenda Item 11in the video)

Transportation Initiatives Around Florida
A group called ONE BAY has been gathering thoughts and feedback from citizens about the Tampa Bay region since May 2007. Most recently, they commissioned a survey that found that Transportation Issues was among the most important issues to address in the long term. Read more...


Attend one of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Meetings
SCAT is hosting two meetings to receive input on the proposed Bus Rapid Transit line. The meetings will launch the Environmental Assessment process, which will provide an opportunity for the public to review the alternatives that have been considered, learn about the Environmental Assessment process and provide input for the study's goals and objectives. The meetings are:

Wednesday, August 26th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm & Thursday, August 27th, 10:00am - 12:00pmGeldbart Auditorium, Selby Public Library1331 First Street, Sarasota, Fl.

Transportation in the News
One of the goals of our newsletter is to keep you informed of transportation developments that affect our local area. Check out the latest transportation news below!

Do you know someone who would like to receive TRAC updates in their inbox? Anyone can subscribe by emailing Kate at kirwin@scopexcel.org

TRAC is a committee of the Summit for Environmental Action (SEA). SEA is an initiative of SCOPE. Learn more at www.scopexcel.org.

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July 21 TRAC Update

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Transportation & Redevelopment Action Committee
TRAC Update
Newsletter 2
July 21, 2009


We'd like to invite you to attend the Board of County Commissioners meeting tomorrow afternoon. TRAC will be presenting our case study of Bee Ridge Road to the commissioners and we would love it if some participants in the case study could attend. You'll also find transportation news from our region & beyond!
Best,
TRAC

Final Report Complete
A Vision for Bee Ridge: Guiding Principles & Recommendations for Transportation & RedevelopmentWe hope you'll discuss the report on our blog. www.beeridgetod.blogspot.com

You're Invited
TRAC will be presenting our final report before the Board of County Commissioners. We hope you can attend.
When: July 22nd
Where: 1660 Ringling Blvd., Commission Chambers, 1st Floor (Map)
Time: 1:30 pm

Transportation in the News
One of the goals of our newsletter is to keep you informed of transportation developments that affect our local area. Check out the latest transportation news below!

Do you know someone who would like to receive TRAC updates in their inbox? Anyone can subscribe by emailing Kate at kirwin@scopexcel.org.

TRAC is a committee of the Summit for Environmental Action (SEA). SEA is an initiative of SCOPE. Learn more at www.scopexcel.org.

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July 7, 2009 TRAC Update

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Transportation & Redevelopment Action Committee

TRAC Update
Newsletter 1
July 7, 2009


We would like to thank you for your involvement in the Bee Ridge Road case study and your interest in being on our mailing list. In this, the first TRAC newsletter, we hope to update you on issues relating to transportation in Sarasota County. We are extremely excited to inform you of our progress.

Best,
TRAC


Final Report Complete
A Vision for Bee Ridge: Guiding Principles & Recommendations for Transportation & RedevelopmentWe hope you'll discuss the report on our blog. www.beeridgetod.blogspot.com


You're Invited
TRAC will be presenting our final report before the Board of County Commissioners. We hope you can attend.When: July 22ndWhere: 1660 Ringling Blvd., Commission Chambers, 1st Floor (Map)Time: TBA (TRAC will update)

Transportation in the News
One of the goals of our newsletter is to keep you informed of transportation developments that affect our local area. Each newsletter will have a section sharing articles about transportation.



Do you know someone who would like to receive TRAC updates in their inbox? Anyone can subscribe by emailing Kate at kirwin@scopexcel.org.

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