Miami-Dade 2040 LRTP - Oct. 23, 2014

2-6 | MOBILITY OPTIONS Metropolitan and Statewide Planning Factors Support the economic vitality of the metropolitan area, especially by enabling global competitiveness, productivity, and efficiency. Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users. Increase the security of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users. Increase the accessibility and mobility of people and for freight. Protect and enhance the environment, promote energy conservation, improve the quality of life, and promote consistency between transportation improvements and State and local planned growth and economic development patterns. Enhance the integration and connectivity of the transportation system, across and between modes, people and freight. Promote efficient system management and operation. Emphasize the preservation of the existing transportation system. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Aggressive Driving Intersection Crashes Vulnerable Road Users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists) Lane Departure Crashes Impaired Driving At-Risk Drivers (aging road users and teens) Distracted Driving Traffic Data Invest in transportation systems to support a prosperous, globally competitive economy Make transportation decisions to support and enhance livable communities Make transportation decisions to promote responsible environmental stewardship Provide a safe and secure transportation system for all users Maintain and operate Florida’s transportation system proactively Improve mobility and connectivity for people and freight Vision of the SHSP: To provide a safer surface transportation system for residents, businesses, and visitors. Goal of the SHSP: Achieve a 5% annual reduction in the actual number of fatalities and serious injuries 2060 Florida Transportation Plan (FTP) The goals and objectives of the 2040 Plan must also be consistent with the goals and objectives of the 2060 Florida Transportation Plan (FTP). Finalized in December 2010, the FTP guides the future investments in Florida’s transportation system for the next 50 years including safety, security, preservation, and mobility needs. “The FTP defines transportation goals, objectives, and strategies to make our economy more competitive, our communities more livable, and our environment more sustainable for future generations.” 2060 FTP Goals The 2012 Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) is a five-year plan that addresses the “4 E’s” of safety: Engineering, Enforcement, Education, and Emergency Response. FDOT in partnership with FHWA developed the SHSP to reduce fatalities and serious injuries on Florida’s transportation system Florida. “4 E’s” of Safety: Engineering, Enforcement, Education, and Emergency Response 2012 Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) Emphasis Areas for the 2012 SHSP Update: