Sustainability and Mobility

Whether we walk, bike, ride or fly, having safe, efficient and reliable avenues to reach our destinations is critical for a sustainable Orange County. A successful mobility strategy is important for maintaining economic vitality, ensuring quality of life for residents and visitors, and having a positive long-term effect on our local environment.

Involvement Opportunities

Progress on our goals & strategies

Goal 10: People Have Multiple Transportation Options

Mobility Progress Table, Goal 10
	Strategy	Time Frame	Strategy Progress Information for 2018	Progress
1.	Enhance access to premium transit and further enhance existing services (such as SunRail and express bus)	Long	Participating in LYNX’s SR 436 Study and SR 50 Station Area Planning Study addressing bus rapid transit services. SunRail offers service to 4 new stations. A potential Phase 3 connection serving Orlando International Airport has been identified as a regional priority.	50% complete
2.	Enhance connectivity throughout the region for all modes of transportation	Long	Participating in LYNX Forward project to redesign transit/paratransit services and routes countywide. INVEST in Our Home for Life projects for new roadway and pedestrian projects continue. Seeking additional funding for roadway and trail projects through MetroPlan Orlando. Update to the Trails Master Plan in 2019.	25% complete
3.	Complete streets that are interconnected and that connect to regional activity centers	Long	Part of the Draft Complete Streets Policy to be complete for public and policy maker review by April 2019.	25% complete

Goal 11: Land Use And Urban Support Multimodal Transportation

Mobility Progress Table, Goal 11
	Strategy	Time Frame	Strategy Progress Information for 2018	Progress
1.	Encourage and support transit-oriented development and walkable development	Medium	Code for I-Drive and Pine Castle is being incorporated into OrangeCode project.	75% complete
2.	Encourage and incentivize infill development and redevelopment	Medium	Infill and redevelopment examples from I-Drive are being incorporated into OrangeCode project.	75% complete
3.	Encourage and Incentivize denser development that can support better public transit options	Medium	Code from I-Drive and Pine Castle pilots are being incorporated into OrangeCode project. The Urban Center Comprehensive Plan and code updates will permit mixed use development and higher densities, especially closer to the SunRail station.	75% complete

Goal 12: Our Transportation System Is Safe

Mobility Progress Table, Goal 12
	Strategy	Time Frame	Strategy Progress Information for 2018	Progress
1.	Adopt a complete streets policy and manual	Medium	Complete Streets Policy redrafted in-line with new, 2017 Smart Growth America guidance. Final Draft Policy and Implementation Guide to be complete for public and policy maker review by April 2019.	50% complete
2.	Proactively monitor and analyze safety-related data	Short	Fatality crashes are searched daily and distributed to Project Managers. Curves with high crash rates were improved with signage and pavement marking. Two of top 20 crash rate intersections were evaluated for improvements; one complete, second awaits funding. Speed studies conducted at 61 locations in 2018 through September. On-going effort.	75% complete
3.	Implement bicycle/pedestrian safety strategies and programs	Long	Three major pedestrian projects are underway, Oak Ridge, Pine Hill, and UCF. Three pedestrian/bicycle projects were completed. Additional crosswalk studies are underway in I-Drive and Universal areas. Partnerships have been established to work on pedestrian safety around UCF. Six pedestrian crossing studies were completed. Five outreach events planned for 2019. Seven plan and policy projects also underway. Walk, Ride, Thrive! program continues.	75% complete

Goal 13: Investments In Transportation Are Fiscally Sustainable

Mobility Progress Table, Goal 13
	Strategy	Time Frame	Strategy Progress Information for 2018	Progress
1.	Invest in transportation infrastructure that supports economic development	Long	With INVEST funding, nine roadways are being widened and additional East OC projects are being added. Intersection and pedestrian improvements have been made near Sea World. Adaptive traffic signal systems have been employed in the I-Drive/Convention Center and Florida Mall area.	75% complete
2.	Pursue dedicated transit funding	Medium	The Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission (CFCRC) has engaged a Transition Consultant to advise on SunRail funding and administrative needs in advance of the transition from FDOT to CFCRC administration in 2021. A new Alliance for Regional Transportation, in coordination with MetroPlan Orlando’s ongoing efforts, is working on transit funding options.	50% complete
3.	Flexibility of funding sources for multimodal operations and maintenance	Medium	The Multimodal Coridor Plan projected the County's long-term funding relative to transportation network needs. The Transportation Impact Fee Study Update has been completed and presented to the BCC in Sept 2018, with another BCC presentation to be scheduled for early 2019.	50% complete

Goal 14: Our Transportation Options Are Clean, Green, And Aesthetically Pleasing

Mobility Progress Table, Goal 14
	Strategy	Time Frame	Strategy Progress Information for 2018	Progress
1.	Develop infrastructure for alternative fuel vehicles (such as electric vehicles, CNG) and bikesharing/carsharing	Medium	EPD continues to work with Drive Electric Florida to accelerate the adoption of plug-in electric vehicles. This includes engagement and education efforts as well as EV-friendly policy and program support. An EV pilot project is being planned for EPD, pending installation of an EV charging station.	50% complete
2.	Accelerate build-out of Trails Master Plan	Long	Worked to get the remaining phases of the Shingle Creek Trail, the Little Econ Pedestrian Bridge and the Lake Apopka Connector Trail in the 5 yr. Transportation Improvement Program. Also supported additional planning for the Coast to Coast Connector Trail.	75% complete
3.	Context sensitive design that incorporates aesthetics and amenities	Medium	Median Tree Program has been implemented for County roadways; Roadway Lighting Program is underway for County and State roads; I-4 Beyond the Ultimate project will include enhanced landscaping, lighting, water features, bridge aesthetics, guideway signage, and iconic gateway features.	75% complete

Goal 15: Freight Movement Is Safe And Efficient

Mobility Progress Table, Goal 15
	Strategy	Time Frame	Strategy Progress Information for 2018	Progress
1.	Support state/regional freight strategy	Long	MetroPlan Orlando’s Regional Freight Mobility Study will be updated in 2019 as part of the 2045 Long Range Transportation Plan process. FDOT's update of the State Freight Plan, will be completed by the end of 2019. OC staff continues to coordinate with MetroPlan staff and the FDOT District 5 Freight Coordinator for freight planning needs. On-going effort.	100% complete
2.	Coordinate freight routing to reduce congestion and expedite flow	Long	Freight Routing Plan completed 2016. Traffic Engineering Division is lead for implementation. No additional update. Task complete.	100% complete
3.	Incorporate land use planning with freight planning	Medium	Comprehensive Plan ammendments completed in 2016. Policy changes in effect. Coordinating with MetroPlan Orlando to include updated freight village analysis as part of their 2018 Long Range Transportation Plan update. Task complete.	100% complete

Our Target Measurements

This table describes how Orange County measures progress on our Sustainability goals.
Mobility Indicators	Baseline	Last Reported	Current	Assessment	Target 2020
Transportation for journey to work	2010 79.8% drove alone 10.3% carpooled 2.5% public transportation 1.2% walked 0.4% bicycled 1.6% other means 4.2% worked at home	2015 79.9% drove alone 9.2% carpooled 3.0% public transportation 1.1% walked 0.6% bicycled 1.5% other means 4.6% worked at home	2016 76.4% drove alone 9.3% carpooled 5.1% public transportation 2.8% walked 0.6% bicycled 1.2% other means 4.6% worked at home	Good Progress	Drive alone: < 60% transit + bike + walk: >25% bike + walk: > 5%
Number of bus routes with 30 minute headways in urban areas	N/A	2017 32 routes	2018 27 routes	Needs Improvement	Increase
Number of Premium Transit Corridors	N/A	2017 SR 436 Transit and Corridor study to be completed June 2018.Study of OIA Bus Rapid Transit to Convention Center and International Drive Transit Feasibility Study in FY17-18.	2018 SR 436 Transit Corridor Study to be completed late 2018. Orange County’s International Drive Transit Feasibility Study consultant selected in Oct. 2018.	No Progress	Increase
Percentage of Complete Streets in Capital Improvements Plan	2010 0	2017* 0 * project starting 2018	2018* 0 *project completion expected in 2019	No Progress	Increase Target needed
Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) per day	2010 35,657,527	2016 39,723,296	2017 41,752,084	Needs Improvement	Decrease annually
Bus Transit Ridership (LYNX annual passenger trips)	2010 25,719,897	FY17 27,378,421	FY18* 20,058,493 *thru July 2018	Good Progress	Increase annually
SunRail Transit Ridership (averaged daily boardings)	2014* 3,582 *starting in June	2017 3,516	2018* 3,513 *thru July 2018	Good Progress	Increase annually
Number of transit-oriented developments (TODs)	2010 0	2017* 1 (Pine Castle) *pending approval	2018* 1 (Pine Castle) *still pending approval	No Progress	Increase Target needed
Pedestrian/Bicycle Injuries & Fatalities	2010 Pedestrian injuries: 509 Pedestrian fatalities: 43 Bicycle injuries: 295 Bicycle fatalities: 4	2017 Pedestrian injuries: 616 Pedestrian fatalities: 65 Bicycle injuries: 429 Bicycle fatalities: 6	2018 Pedestrian injuries: 408 Pedestrian fatalities:33 Bicycle injuries: 347 Bicycle fatalities: 3 *as of 10/12/18	Good Progress	Decrease annually
Percent of income spent on transportation for Orange County households	2012 0% spend <15% 9.7% spend 15-25% 84.3% spend 25-29% 6% spend 30-35%	2017 0% spend <15% 16.9% spend 15-22% 70.3% spend 22-29% 12.8% spend >29%	2018 New data not yet available	Needs Improvement	Increase percentage spending less than 15% of income
Funding gap for new construction and maintenance (based on gas tax/expenditure disparity)	2010 -$57.8 million	2017 -$80.4 million	FY2018 -$89.6 million	Needs Improvement	Decrease
Number of Alternative Fuel Vehicles (currently counting electric vehicles (EVs))	2014 737	2017 1,860	2018* 2,230 *thru June 2018	Good Progress	Increase annually
Number of electric vehicle charging stations (within 70 mile radius of 32801 zip code)	2011 Nearly 300	2017* 315 stations *as of 10/3/17	2018 355 stations as of 9/25/18	Good Progress	Increase annually
Vehicle Emissions (all values in metric tons CO2 equivalent)	2011 Gov’t Fleet = 41,107 Gov’t Commute = 13,991 Community Mobile = 6,018,529	2015 Gov’t Fleet = 48,819 Gov’t Commute = 12,268 Community Mobile = 6,573,461	2016 Data not available until 2019	Needs Improvement	Decrease Target needed
Miles of Landscaped Roadways	N/A	FY16-17 Evaluated 25 miles, planted 10 miles – part of County Median Tree Program	FY17-18 Evaluated 10 miles, planted 5 miles	Needs Improvement	Increase
Miles of paved, multi-purpose trails (based on Master Trails Plan)	2012 51	2017 53.5	2018 53.5	Good Progress	58
Number of designated truck routes	2010 Atlantic Av- Landstreet Rd to Taft Intermodal Yard - 0.25 miles; Boggy Creek Rd - Wetherbee Rd to SR417 - 1.0 miles; Boggy Creek Rd - Airport to Osceola County Line - 1.45 miles; Boggy Creek Rd – Jetport Dr to Landstreet Rd - 1.0 miles; Landstreet Rd – Boggy Creek Rd to Atlantic Av - 0.65 miles	2017 Baseline roadways part of US DOT National Highway Freight Network	2018 Baseline roadways part of US DOT National Highway Freight Network	No Progress	Increase Target needed
Designated Freight Village/Intermodal Logistics Center	2013 Regional Study	2017 Working to include in MetroPlan 2018 Long Range Transportation Plan	2018 MetroPlan Orlando Long Range Transportation Plan to be completed by Dec. 2020	No Progress	Part of Long Range Plan

Want to get involved?

By increasing mobility options such as mass transit, walkability, bike infrastructure and alternative transport modes, we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and create a better-connected Orange County, with safer, healthier and more active residents.

reThink Your Commute

Using alternate sources of transportation can help keep our air clean and our roads less crowded. Go to Florida’s Department of Transportation website to research the options available for you and the many resources to help you make the best choice.

Explore the Many Trails in Orange County

A cleared walking trail within a high-canopy forest

Trails abound in beauty – they are full of native plants and wildlife. Our trails have a variety of things to offer; a place for peace and tranquility, a place to exercise, a chance to explore and opportunities to learn new skills like orienteering. Find a trail near you and start your adventure!

Learn about Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety

Help keep your family, friends and neighbors safe as they walk, bike, skateboard and rollerblade around our community. Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs’ Walk-Ride-Thrive! Campaign looks at road safety from many different perspectives. There is something for everyone to learn – whether you are driving, walking or biking.

Take a Look at Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicle plugged into a charging station

Visit the Alternative Fuels Data Center to read about alternative fuels and vehicles. You can locate vehicle fueling and charging stations near your home and work plus plan a long-distance trip.