During a recent government meeting, significant discussions centered around the City of Tallahassee's successful application for the Safe Streets for All program, which secured $9.6 million in funding. This achievement was celebrated by officials, highlighting the city's commitment to improving road safety.

The meeting also addressed the North Monroe Safe Streets for All application, which received $198,000. While this funding is a positive step, officials acknowledged that it falls short of addressing the high number of fatalities and injuries in the area. The Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency (CRTPA) plans to meet with the U.S. Department of Transportation to gather feedback on the application, which could inform future efforts.

Following this meeting, CRTPA intends to hold another session to discuss the feedback received and strategize on reapplying for additional Safe Streets for All funds. Officials noted that the successful $9.6 million application was a second attempt, suggesting that persistence may be key in securing further funding for road safety initiatives. The groundwork laid by the teams involved is expected to facilitate this process, with plans for a motion to reapply at a future meeting.