TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN MAJOR UPDATE

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-06-02 · resolution

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2026 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update, covering the 10-year period from FY 2026 through FY 2035. This plan, branded as MDT10Ahead, is a requirement for transit agencies receiving state funds and serves as a strategic blueprint for meeting transportation needs. It establishes a 10-year strategic and financial framework for transit investment, explores the relationship between land use and transit, and documents anticipated future demand. The update includes a comprehensive review of DTPW's services, operating environment, and coordination with other planning documents. Public involvement included a rider survey with over 5,000 responses, pop-up events, social media outreach, analysis of 311 calls, and the Citizens' Independent Transportation Trust (CITT) ambassador program. The survey indicated general rider satisfaction and a feeling of safety at stations, with opportunities to improve safety in accessing stations and stops. An Advisory Review Committee (ARC) with representatives from various entities provided guidance. The plan forecasts ridership growth outpacing population growth with the development of premium transit corridors, particularly among choice riders. Chapter 8 details the 10-Year Implementation Plan, including priority, funded, partially funded, and uncommitted projects, along with the 10-Year Financial Plan for Operating and Capital Programs. Adoption of the TDP is a prerequisite for State Public Transit Block Grant funds.