6.11.26 Pasco Metropolitan Planning Organization Meeting (MPO)

The Pasco Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) held a meeting on June 11, 2026, focusing primarily on transportation planning and infrastructure projects within Pasco County. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the 2026 list of project priorities and the final transportation improvement plan, which guides state and federal funding allocations for local roadway projects. The MPO also approved the final freight plan, which identifies freight activity centers and recommends infrastructure and policy improvements to support freight mobility and safety. The plan includes considerations for future development impacts and truck parking needs, with an emphasis on coordinating with local municipalities for comprehensive planning. Additionally, updates were provided on public transit initiatives such as microtransit pilot programs and mobile ticketing to improve ridership and service coverage. The board discussed potential scheduling for a July workshop to address regional governance and merger items related to transportation. Motions to approve minutes from previous meetings and the freight plan were passed unanimously, reflecting consensus on advancing these transportation projects and plans.