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COVID-19 Regional Transportation Changes and Solutions Survey Results

by Stacey Feindt | 05/13/20 | Transportation | 0 comments

We asked those who live, work or travel through the Fredericksburg region to help us understand how their transportation behavior has changed as a result of COVID-19 concerns, and also to share ideas to improve access and safety for all modes of transportation. The...

Virginia Gas Tax Deal and Funding Changes Expected to be Approved

by Stacey Feindt | 03/06/20 | Transportation | 0 comments

Virginia Gas Tax Deal and Funding Changes Expected to be Approved Virginia lawmakers are expected to approve a 10 cent gas tax hike which will be implemented by increasing the gas tax by 5 cents this year and next year and then be tied to inflation. Additionally, the...

Time for Public Comment!

by Stacey Feindt | 03/03/20 | Transportation | 0 comments

Time for Public Comment! FAMPO just opened a public review and comment period for the Fredericksburg region’s Draft FY21-24 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), as well as a related draft air quality conformity analysis. The TIP is a document that details...

FAMPO Listening Tour!

by Stacey Feindt | 02/07/20 | Public Involvement, TIP, Title VI, Transportation | 0 comments

Come add your thoughts to the community transportation vision board, and review regional transportation plans. Listening sessions will be held at various Central Rappahannock Regional Library branches throughout the months of February and March. For branch locations...

Final I-95 Corridor Improvement Study Presentation

by Stacey Feindt | 01/30/20 | Transportation | 0 comments

On Monday, January 27th, state officials presented the findings of their I-95 Corridor Improvement Study. You can view the PowerPoint presentation from the meeting here. Below is a summary of the recommended projects and studies for the Fredericksburg area....

Findings from Public Outreach Efforts in December

by Stacey Feindt | 01/16/20 | Transportation | 0 comments

Findings from Public Outreach Efforts in December In December, FAMPO conducted public outreach at six public libraries in our region. Library patrons were asked in Spanish and English to “Share your transportation concerns!” Patrons recorded their comments on sticky...

Governor Northam's Budget Proposal Includes Transportation Funding Changes and Eliminating State Vehicle Inspections

by Stacey Feindt | 01/09/20 | News, Transportation | 0 comments

Governor Northam’s recent budget proposal includes transportation funding changes and eliminating state vehicle inspections. The transportation-related portions of Governor Northam’s budget proposal announcement is below, but you can read the full...

2019 Roadway and Pedestrian Safety Reports

by Stacey Feindt | 01/06/20 | Transportation | 0 comments

Roadway Crashes When navigating through these areas, look alive! Cash data for last year is complete. According to fredericksburg.comfredericksburg.com , Rt 3 near the Mall, Central Park and the newly redesigned I-95 intersection in that area, are among the top crash...

Recent Rail News

by Stacey Feindt | 12/31/19 | Transportation | 0 comments

Recent Rail News Rail has been a hot topic! In December 2019, Virginia announced a major deal with CXS which will result in increased passenger service, and a renewed effort to expand the Long Bridge. Meanwhile, Fredericksburg announced plans to improve the...

Fredericksburg Requests a Design for the Extension of Gateway Blvd to Cowan Blvd

by Stacey Feindt | 12/17/19 | Transportation | 0 comments

The Fredericksburg City Council has approved an agreement that will lead to the design of major changes to Gateway Boulevard. The plan is to extend Gateway Boulevard across Rt 3, between Bob Evans and Wendy’s, and link it with Cowan Blvd. Also in the plan is a...

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to Host Public Scoping Meeting on Proposed VA Clinic for the Fredericksburg Region

by Stacey Feindt | 12/05/19 | Transportation

Upcoming Public Meeting On Monday, December 9, 2019, the VA will host an informational “scoping” meeting for the public to learn more about the proposed VA clinic and the potential impacts to our region that the federal government will study. The meeting...

FAMPO Signs Resolution Requesting SMART SCALE Category Change

by Stacey Feindt | 11/20/19 | Transportation

On November 18, 2019, the FAMPO Policy Committee signed a resolution requesting the state move FAMPO from SMART SCALE category A to category B. Analysis by the University of Mary Washington and FAMPO staff indicates that this change will improve our region’s...

Chatham Bridge Replacement

by Stacey Feindt | 11/08/19 | Transportation

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is preparing to replace the Route 3 Business bridge over the Rappahannock River, known as Chatham Bridge. The bridge provides a link between Stafford County and the City of Fredericksburg. The bridge will be closed to...

Virginia Central Railway Trail will be Extended in Spotsylvania

by Stacey Feindt | 11/01/19 | Transportation

Cyclists, walkers and runners rejoice! Spotsylvania has accepted a state grant to extend the Virginia Central Railway Trail. However, the project won’t move along as swiftly as you can ride or run; there’s a 4 year completion date. Read more about the...

Proposed Site for VA Medical Center Could Bring Road Changes

by Stacey Feindt | 10/28/19 | Transportation

If Fredericksburg’s proposed site is selected, a new VA medical center might also bring road changes. Fredericksburg.com reports that the city is working with the tract’s owner to develop a plan that would extend Gateway Blvd to Cowan Blvd. Read more...

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					1 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •	2 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •
3 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •	4 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details Technical Advisory Committee Meetin… Technical Advisory Committee Meeting May 4, 2020 9:30 am - 11:00 am 406 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA The meeting is open to the public. Virtual format only. Instructions on how to join the meeting will be posted to the FAMPO homepage, here, at least three days prior to the meeting. Members of the public will have their microphones unmuted during public comment. Verbal comments are permitted at that time. Public comments may also be submitted in writing at least 1 hour prior to the meeting and will be read by staff. Submit written comments to, fampo@gwregion.org For more information on the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) see the committee's webpage, here. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons who require special accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact the GWRC/FAMPO at 540-373-2890 or fampo@gwregion.org at least two days prior to the meeting. If hearing impaired, telephone 1-800-273-7545 (TDD). La participación pública es solicitada sin distinción de raza, color, origen nacional, edad, sexo, religión, discapacidad o su estado familiar. Las personas que requieren alojamiento especial de acuerdo con el American with Disabilities Act, o personas que requieren servicios de traducción (libre de cargo) deben comunicarse con la GWRC / FAMPO al 540-373-2890 o fampo@gwregion.org al menos dos días antes de la reunión. Personas con problemas auditivos, llama 800-273-7545 (TDD) See more details • •	5 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •	6 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •	7 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details Canceled- Bike and Pedestrian Commi… Canceled- Bike and Pedestrian Committee Meeting May 7, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 406 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA CANCELED due to COVID-19 Concerns Meeting is open to the public. For information on the committee, and to obtain a copy of the meeting agenda, visit: https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/bicycle-and-pedestrian-committee/ Attendees may park behind the GWRC building in spaces reserved for GWRC staff or on the street as signs permit. Enter the GWRC parking lot from Charles Street, see map. These meetings are open to the public and public participation is encouraged. At every meeting there is a time for public comment. Participation Assistance Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons who require special accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact the GWRC/FAMPO at 540-373-2890 or fampo@gwregion.org at least four days prior to the meeting. If hearing impaired, telephone 1-800-552-7917 (TTY) or 7-1-1. See more details • •	8 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •	9 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •
10 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •	11 Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportat… Online Survey! COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey April 30, 2020 - May 11, 2020 Virtual Take the COVID-19 Transportation Changes Survey to help us make informed transportation decisions for the region. Visit, https://surveyhero.com/c/606739dd You will first be asked to select your preferred language. WHY TAKE THE SURVEY? You get to places in a variety of ways: walking, biking, riding the train or bus, driving or riding in a car. These are all modes of transportation. We want to know how COVID-19 has changed your transportation behavior and what changes should we consider to improve transportation access and safety for walkers, bikers, drivers, and riders. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete and could improve your transportation system for years to come. See more details •	12	13 Citizens Transportation Advisory Co… Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting May 13, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 406 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA The meeting is open to the public. Virtual format only. Instructions on how to join the meeting will be posted to the FAMPO homepage, here, at least three days prior to the meeting. Members of the public will have their microphones unmuted during public comment. Verbal comments are permitted at that time. Public comments may also be submitted in writing at least 1 hour prior to the meeting and will be read by staff. Submit written comments to, fampo@gwregion.org Learn more about CTAC on the committee webpage: https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/citizens-transportation-advisory-committee/ Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons who require special accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact the GWRC/FAMPO at 540-373-2890 or fampo@gwregion.org at least two days prior to the meeting. If hearing impaired, telephone 1-800-273-7545 (TDD). La participación pública es solicitada sin distinción de raza, color, origen nacional, edad, sexo, religión, discapacidad o su estado familiar. Las personas que requieren alojamiento especial de acuerdo con el American with Disabilities Act, o personas que requieren servicios de traducción (libre de cargo) deben comunicarse con la GWRC / FAMPO al 540-373-2890 o fampo@gwregion.org al menos dos días antes de la reunión. Personas con problemas auditivos, llama 800-273-7545 (TDD) See more details •	14	15	16
17	18 Policy Committee Meeting Policy Committee Meeting May 18, 2020 7:15 pm - 9:45 pm 406 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA The meeting is open to the public. Virtual format only. Instructions on how to join the meeting will be posted to the FAMPO homepage, here, at least three days prior to the meeting. Learn more about the FAMPO Policy Committee here. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons who require special accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact the GWRC/FAMPO at 540-373-2890 or fampo@gwregion.org at least two days prior to the meeting. If hearing impaired, telephone 1-800-273-7545 (TDD). La participación pública es solicitada sin distinción de raza, color, origen nacional, edad, sexo, religión, discapacidad o su estado familiar. Las personas que requieren alojamiento especial de acuerdo con el American with Disabilities Act, o personas que requieren servicios de traducción (libre de cargo) deben comunicarse con la GWRC / FAMPO al 540-373-2890 o fampo@gwregion.org al menos dos días antes de la reunión. Personas con problemas auditivos, llama 800-273-7545 (TDD) See more details •	19	20 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •	21 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •	22 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •	23 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •
24 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •	25 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •	26 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details Closed Session Policy Committee Mee… Closed Session Policy Committee Meeting May 26, 2020 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm 406 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA Members of the FAMPO Policy Committee will meet in closed-session with a candidate for the FAMPO Administrator position. This serves as public notice. See more details • •	27 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •	28 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •	29 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •	30 Public Comment Periods Public Comment Periods May 20, 2020 12:30 pm - June 19, 2020 2:30 pm Four documents are out for public comment. Learn more, https://www.fampo.gwregion.org/public-involvement/ See more details •
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