Gary Huttmann of MetroPlan Orlando joins Talking Central Florida to discuss the future of transportation across the region, including long-term planning efforts and the challenges of keeping up with rapid growth. The conversation focuses on SunRail expansion, improving road capacity, and addressing congestion across Central Florida. Plus, the discussion explores emerging solutions including micromobility, last-mile connections, and how new technologies could play a role in the region's transportation network moving forward.

Show notes:

MetroPlan Orlando's 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MetroPlan Orlando): https://metroplanorlando.gov/plans/2050-metropolitan-transportation-plan/

MetroPlan Orlando's 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan Technical Report (MetroPlan Orlando): https://metroplanorlando.gov/wp-content/uploads/Transit-Vision-Master-Plan_January_Final.pdf

SunRail celebrates major milestone with approval of PD&E study for proposed Sunshine Corridor (SunRail): https://sunrail.com/agency-information/press-releases/sunrail-celebrates-major-milestone-with-approval-of-pde-study-for-proposed-sunshine-corridor/

FDOT's District Five Projects (FDOT): https://www.cflroads.com/project/451404-1

Orlando Sentinel transportation coverage: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/transportation/

Central Florida Public Media: Costly Commute: https://www.cfpublic.org/costly-commute