Transportation stands as the lifeblood of any community, a fact not lost on the residents of Citrus County, who will soon have the opportunity to engage directly with their local transportation planning process. The Citrus County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (LCB) is slated to hold a public meeting on September 11, starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Lecanto Government Building, according to the Hernando County recent notice.
The agenda for the upcoming session includes a series of key reviews and approvals that impact the community's mobility, like the endorsement of the May 8, LCB Regular Public Meeting Minutes and advancements to the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan for the years 2023 through 2027. They also expect to dissect the Community Transportation Coordinator's Annual Expenditure and Operating Reports, alongside an evaluation of quarterly reports. The public's input is a cornerstone in these proceedings.
Citizens interested in the meeting can add the event to their calendars, an option provided within the official notice. Inquiries related to the meeting can be directed to Mr. Bob Esposito, the MPO Executive Director, either via telephone at (352) 754-4082 or by email at [email protected]. For those looking to preview the agenda, documents are expected to go live online approximately one week in advance at the county's official website.
In line with state and federal regulations, the LCB underscores its dedication to inclusivity, affirming that the meeting is open to the public without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Accessibility accommodations for individuals with disabilities, as well as interpretive language services for non-English speakers, can be arranged by contacting the MPO office. For hearing or speech impairments, the Florida Relay Service provides assistance through the 7-1-1 (TTY) line.
Lastly, it's of note that any person who wishes to challenge decisions made by the Citrus County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board during the meeting will need a verbatim record of the proceedings, which includes testimony and evidence for the basis of the appeal, as stipulated by Section 286.0105 F.S. It's a reminder of the importance of transparency and documentation in the processes that shape the arteries of local transit.
