Public Involvement
Public Comments
Polk TPO recognizes that the public plays a crucial role in shaping a community. When you get involved in the planning process, you have a direct say in decisions that affect your neighborhood, transportation and overall quality of life.
By sharing your thoughts, concerns and ideas, you help create a community that reflects your needs. Input and comments help planners understand local challenges and opportunities.
Speak Up for Safer Streets Community Workshops
Does your daily commute take you down Kathleen Road in Lakeland or along 42nd Street or Wahneta Road in Winter Haven on your way to work, school or home? If these are part of your daily routine, you already know where safety is a concern.
These three roads are ranked among the highest injury roadways in Polk County, with pedestrians and bicyclists facing some of the greatest risks. That’s why the Polk Transportation Planning Organization is inviting you to a Speak Up for Safer Streets workshop in your community.
At these workshops, Polk TPO transportation planners will sit down with you and your community, listen to your experiences and talk through the challenges you face on these roads every day. Together, you’ll look at possible safety solutions, ones that reflect the real needs of the people who live, work and travel is these areas.
As part of Vision Zero Polk, we’re working toward a future with zero fatalities and severe injuries. Real change starts with the people who use these roads every day and that includes you.
Join us. Share your experiences and shape safer streets for your family and your community.
Surveys
Have your voice heard. Complete a survey to give your opinion on upcoming and future projects. Sign up for our Adviser Network and receive email notifications when new surveys are available.
No new surveys at this time.
Learn more
Documents
Public Participation Plan (PPP)
Guidebook for the public on how they can engage in the regional transportation planning and decision-making process.
Title VI and ADA Nondiscrimination
Prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin; or individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.
Limited English Proficiency (LEP)
Outlines specific strategies for ensuring all community members have the opportunity to be heard.
Public Notices
Public notices for the Polk TPO meetings, workshops and comment periods are posted in accordance with Florida law. To find specific notices, filter by Polk County or Polk Sun for Polk TPO related announcements.
Ways to Comment
Social Media
Follow Polk TPO on Facebook to stay informed on upcoming projects, meetings and public comment opportunities.
Visit Page >County Map
Use the interactive map to view and comment on projects in Polk County. (No comment period at this time)
Open Map >Take A Survey
Provide your opinion by completing surveys.
Take a Survey >Email Us
Contact Polk TPO directly by filling out a contact form.
Contact Us >Attend A Public Meeting
Attend TPO Board, Committee and Workshop Meetings.
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