Public Participation

Public participation is critical to shaping our transportation system and connecting our communities. Our Public Participation Plan defines the tools and methods for ensuring that the public has an opportunity to play a meaningful role throughout the transportation planning process.

Ways to Participate

Public Meetings

Our Board and Committees meet monthly and provide an opportunity for public comments. Visit our Meetings page for dates, times and agendas for these meetings, as well as any public meetings or events related to our studies, plans and programs.

Advisory Committees

Join our Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Board or Citizens Advisory Committee to plug in to the transportation planning process. Find agendas, minutes and membership applications on our Board & Committees page.

Mailing List

Reach Out

You can also email us or call us at (352) 337-6207 to discuss transportation planning topics.

Title VI

Title VI & Nondiscrimination

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 states: "No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color or national origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance." Subsequent laws and Presidential Executive Orders added handicap, sex, age or income status to the criteria for which discrimination is prohibited.

As a recipient of state and federal funds, the Gainesville & Alachua County TPO (Transportation Planning Organization) is subject to the provisions of Title VI, including environmental justice. Based on Federal publication #FHWA-EP-00-0143, metropolitan planning organizations like the TPO are the primary forum for state departments of transportation (i.e. the Florida Department of Transportation), transit providers, local agencies, and the public to develop local transportation plans and programs that address a metropolitan area's needs.