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The relationship of title VI requirements to Florida’s transportation planning process.
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2011-10-01
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Edition:Final report; 2/19/2010-3/1/2012.
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Abstract:The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and metropolitan planning organizations (MPO) in Florida are
required to address Title VI and environmental justice (EJ) in the transportation planning process. This study
reviews those practices and suggests future enhancements based upon a review of the literature, agency documents,
and input received from Florida MPO and FDOT District staff. Interviews with FDOT District and Florida MPO
staff revealed a widespread understanding of – and commitment to – Title VI and EJ ideals and intent. Many stated
that Title VI and EJ principles are now ingrained into their agency’s activities. Florida MPOs indicated that their
efforts to address Title VI and EJ in development of long-range transportation plans (LRTPs) had noticeably
increased over the last few planning cycles. A review of LRTPs confirmed that several MPOs have goals or
objectives that address the needs of low-income and minority populations and other special needs groups. Public
involvement is currently the primary method used by MPOs to address these needs. FDOT District staff address
Title VI and EJ in planning through Florida’s Efficient Transportation Decision Making (ETDM) process, in
coordination with the MPO transportation planning process, and through participation in the statewide Title VI
Program. This study suggests specific future efforts to further enhance these processes in four key areas: 1)
identifying protected populations 2) public involvement; 3) evaluating benefits and burdens; and 4) training of staff
and consultants.
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