Palm Beach County is stepping up its game in the realm of transportation planning and is looking for input from the very people who trek its roads and avenues daily. In a bid to navigate the future of the region's travel dynamics, the county, alongside consultation firm WSP, has set the stage for a series of public meetings and an online survey for all corners of the community. These initiatives are all part of the broader Countywide Transportation Master Plan (CTMP), which aims to be the guiding star for the movement of both residents and goods for many years ahead, according to Palm Beach County's news release.
The schedule for these meetings spans across various locations and dates, starting from September 10, all the way through September 18. Sessions are planned for regions like Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens, as well as areas further west like Belle Glade and Loxahatchee. Locations such as the Palm Beach County Library branches and Palm Beach State College will play host to these gatherings, offering a platform for residents to voice their insights and concerns. Amid these in-person opportunities, the county has also placed an online survey on its newly minted website, PBCMoves.com, extending the conversation to those who may not be able to attend in person.
The solicitation for public engagement isn't just a passive call to action; it's a concerted effort to harvest an array of perspectives from elected officials, the business community, and technical advisors. As detailed in an article from Palm Beach County's newsroom, the survey is "available for all stakeholder groups" and is open through October 18. This digital questionnaire is designed to illuminate the current state of transportation from those who navigate its framework every day and will feed into the CTMP's strategic plan for a network that aims to be "safe, efficient, and resilient."
For those interested in contributing to the CTMP’s formation, further details on the schedule of public meetings and access to the online survey are available on PBCMoves.com.
