Forward Pinellas authorizes US 19 regional transit service plan study with condition for midterm update

Feb 6, 2025

The board approved a work authorization to develop a US 19 regional transit service plan to refine station areas and service concepts; funding will use MPO transportation planning funds and the study is expected to take 12 months. The board added a condition to receive an update at roughly the 50% expenditure point.

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Forward Pinellas approved a work authorization to develop a US 19 regional transit service plan that will refine station-area locations, evaluate redevelopment potential, and produce recommended service concepts and cost estimates. The board approved the scope after a motion from Commissioner Flowers and a second from Commissioner Scott; Vice Chair Eggers secured a friendly amendment to require a board update at roughly the 50% midpoint of consultant expenditures.

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