Forward Pinellas Board Meeting 6-8-26

The Forward Pinellas Board meeting held on June 8, 2026, focused primarily on transportation planning and regional coordination efforts. Key procurement-related actions included the unanimous approval of the FY27-31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which outlines federally funded transportation projects over the next five years, including bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, roadway resurfacing, and bridge replacements. The board also approved updated transportation priority lists to guide future funding requests, highlighting projects such as signal upgrades and corridor studies. Additionally, the board discussed the ongoing regional MPO merger process, including draft bylaws and governance structures, with plans for further study and legal review. An executive evaluation of the MPO director was approved, with a recommendation to align any salary adjustments with county personnel policies. The meeting also included recognition of staff service and updates on federal transportation legislation, specifically the Build America 2050 Act, which could impact future funding and planning processes.