Florida’s StrategicIntermodal System (SIS):

A Change in Transportation Planning

Presented by:Alan J. Rukin

What is the SIS? Florida’s “growth management framework” An attempt to increase funding for major

transportation routes Further develops the Florida Intrastate Highway

System (FIHS) Focus on movement of people and goods No longer limited to one mode All modes along a single path

Hubs & Corridors Blending of Federal, State, Local & Private funding

Which Facilities are Favored? Existing Infrastructure

Major Roadways Rail lines & Terminals Waterways 7 Airports 7 Seaports 1 Spaceport

Emphasis on infrastructure that enables commerce and tourism

SIS Map

Providing an Equitable Solution Current need: $100 billion Average annual expenditure: ~$3 billion Small & rural counties are at a disadvantage

Not as organized Fewer existing facilities Slower growth rate Fewer sources of funding

Lower tax base Fewer private dollars

State Programs to Level Field Transportation Regional Incentive

Program (TRIP) FDOT to pay for 50% of non-federal cost Strength trough organization

Small County Outreach Program County Incentive Grant Program New Starts Transit Program

Consequences to Funding Methods

Top down system forcing the strengthening of local governments

Funding of State Highway System not automatic Forces local governments to look to neighbors and

large businesses as partners State provides matching funds DOT coordinates work

Innovative means for local ownership of facilities Better response to economic motivators

At what expense?