Frequently Asked Questions
The RTP identifies the most significant transportation improvements needed to accommodate the growing populations of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. SEFTC chose 2050 as a horizon year to complete the technical work required to design and construct these improvements. The primary functions of the RTP are to:
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Identify investments that enhance regional mobility and access to the regional transportation network.
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Improve safety and preserve the natural environment.
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Assess different scenarios for our future.
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Create a financial plan that lays out funding sources for implementing RTP strategies.
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Select a prioritized list of projects that is supported by the public.
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To compete in the national and global marketplace, we need an efficient and effective transportation system. The RTP will provide more options for how we travel to work, school, and recreation areas, while still meeting daily needs. No matter where we are going, we need a transportation system that is safe to travel.
Population Growth
Southeast Florida is the fifth-largest metropolitan area in the Southern United States and is projected to grow at a rate of 1,900 residents a week over the next 25 years. Our transportation system is bursting at the seams, and we are losing billions of dollars in productivity annually due to congestion. Building out a transportation system that accommodate a growing population will set our region up for a thriving future.
Connection
The lack of connected transportation and transit options impacts residents’ access to jobs and visitors’ access to local attractions, ultimately detering businesses from coming here. We must transition our future to be more economically resilient.
Severe Weather Preparation
Severe weather events that disrupt the transportation network in our region are becoming more common. Over the past two decades, our region has faced four major disasters that resulted in devastating flooding, loss of life, and infrastructure damage. Keeping roads, bridges, and transit systems operational is critical for maintaining a strong economy and keeping Southeast Florida a place people love to live and visit.
Emerging Technologies
Emerging technologies, such as electric and autonomous vehicles and drone deliveries, are a big piece of the puzzle. For our region to prosper from them, we need to stay ahead of them, understand how they can help us reach our goals and what challenges they may pose.
Public participation in the planning process is one of our top priorities. We want to hear about your ideas, comments, suggestions, and solutions. Questions on the plan? Want to share ideas for the next plan? Contact us!
Three Plans into One:
Fostering a Seamless Regional Transportation System
SEFTC is a formal partnership between the Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization, Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization, and Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency to coordinate regional transportation planning for all travel modes. One of the most important responsibilities for SEFTC and its supporting committees is developing and implementing this Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), drawing on the 25-year long-range transportation plans prepared by each MPO.
Check out the Learn More drop down menu to read about the history of SEFTC, and each respective MPO.
