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Garcon Point Bridge Toll Suspension Further Extended
April 9, 2021
FDOT’s April 1 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
April 1, 2021
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FDOT’s March 29 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
March 29, 2021
FDOT Adds New Interactive Features to FL511
March 15, 2021
March 12, 2021
FDOT Celebrates Florida Bicycle Month, Encourages Safety
March 1, 2021
FDOT Recognizes National Engineers Week
February 22, 2021
FDOT Announces Phased Re-Opening of the Pensacola Bay Bridge
February 18, 2021
February 11, 2021
ICYMI: Tampa Named Number One in Nation for Bicycle Friendly Businesses
February 9, 2021
Florida Department of Transportation Announces Crossing Guard Appreciation Day and Award Winners
February 5, 2021
Governor Ron DeSantis, FDOT Announce Completion of 23rd Street Flyover in Panama City
January 28, 2021
GOVERNOR DESANTIS’ FLORIDA LEADS BUDGET PROPOSES $10.4B IN FUNDING FOR THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FDOT’s January 21 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
January 21, 2021
First replacement deck concrete pour completed for Pensacola Bay Bridge
January 15, 2021
January 12, 2021
FDOT’s January 7 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
January 7, 2021
FDOT Macroeconomic Analysis Shows Transportation Projects Yield $4 of Benefits for Every Dollar Invested
Dixie Highway under Roosevelt Bridge Full Closure
January 7, 2020
Florida Department of Transportation Keeps Florida Moving in 2020
December 23, 2020
FDOT’s December 23 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
December 21, 2020
For more information on the Pensacola Bay Bridge, visit: fdot.gov/info/PensacolaBay.
Weekend Lane Closures for Northbound Roosevelt Bridge
December 18, 2020
December 11, 2020
December 10, 2020
FDOT’s December 10 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
Florida observes Older Driver Safety Awareness Week
December 7, 2020
FDOT’s December 3 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
December 3, 2020
FDOT Issues Update on Roosevelt Bridge Repair
November 23, 2020
FDOT’s November 19 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
November 19, 2020
AASHTO Recognizes FDOT Employee with President’s Award
November 17, 2020
November 13, 2020
FDOT’s November 12 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
November 12, 2020
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Media Advisory: FDOT Transmits Final M-CORES Task Force Reports to Governor Ron DeSantis and Legislative Leadership
FDOT Invests More Than $1.2 Billion in Small, Veteran, Minority, Women, and Disadvantaged Businesses
November 9, 2020
FDOT’s November 5 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
November 5, 2020
November 4, 2020
FDOT, Partners Celebrate Third Annual Mobility Week
October 30, 2020
FDOT’s October 29 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
October 29, 2020
FDOT’s October 22 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
October 23, 2020
FDOT’s October 15 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
October 15, 2020
Media Advisory: M-CORES Task Force Members to Convene for Final Meeting
October 14, 2020
FDOT’s October 6 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
October 6, 2020
ICYMI: M-CORES Draft Task Force Reports Available for Public Comment Through Oct. 14
ICYMI: Florida Receives More Than $24 Million for Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements
FDOT’s October 1 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
October 1, 2020
M-CORES Draft Task Force Reports Available for Public Comment
September 29, 2020
FDOT’s September 28 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
September 28, 2020
FDOT’s September 24 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
September 24, 2020
September 22, 2020
FDOT’s September 22 Updates on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
Dixie Highway to Close This Thursday Night and Friday Night for Roosevelt Bridge Repairs
FDOT’s September 21 Updates on Hurricane Sally and Pensacola Bay Bridge Recovery Efforts
September 21, 2020
FDOT Recognizes Rail Safety Week, Continues Implementation of Unprecedented Statewide Rail Safety Measures
Traffic Alert: Traffic Restrictions Lifted on Garcon Point Bridge
September 20, 2020
Toll Suspension Further Extended on Garcon Point Bridge
September 18, 2020
MEDIA ADVISORY: Virtual and In-Person Community Open Houses Provide More Public Engagement Opportunities in the M-CORES Planning Process
MEDIA ADVISORY: M-CORES Task Force Members Meet to Review and Refine Draft Report
September 17, 2020
FDOT’s September 17 Update on Garcon Point Bridge
Toll Suspension Extended on Garcon Point Bridge
September 16, 2020
Governor DeSantis Directs the Suspension of Tolls on Garcon Point Bridge
September 15, 2020
Dixie Highway to Close Nightly This Weekend for Roosevelt Bridge Repairs
Dixie Highway to Close This Weekend for Roosevelt Bridge Repair
August 27, 2020
MEDIA ADVISORY: FDOT Providing Hybrid Option for Upcoming M-CORES Community Open Houses
August 24, 2020
MEDIA ADVISORY: FDOT Continues to Provide Hybrid Option for Upcoming M-CORES Task Force Meetings
August 20, 2020
ICYMI: FDOT Projects Receive Recognition from America’s Transportation Awards
August 19, 2020
Roosevelt Bridge Repair Update
August 14, 2020
ICYMI: Florida Receives More Than $192,000 in Rail Safety Grants from Federal Railroad Administration
August 4, 2020
FDOT Projects Receive Recognition from Florida Transportation Builders Association
August 3, 2020
FDOT Monitoring Roosevelt Bridge as Hurricane Isaias Approaches
July 31, 2020
FDOT’s July 17 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
July 17, 2020
MEDIA ADVISORY: FDOT Providing Hybrid Option for Upcoming M-CORES Task Force Meetings
July 16, 2020
Roosevelt Bridge Traffic Advisory and Update
July 15, 2020
Florida Announced as Participant in New Automated Vehicle Initiative
July 6, 2020
Florida's Turnpike Enterprise and the State Road and Tollway Authority of Georgia to Join E-ZPass Network
Roosevelt Bridge and Dixie Highway Traffic Advisory
July 5, 2020
Florida Ranked 10th Most Bicycle Friendly State in America
July 3, 2020
FDOT’s July 2 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge and Re-Opening of Dixie Highway
July 2, 2020
FDOT Reviewing Segmental Bridge Inspection Procedures Statewide
FDOT's June 29 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge In an effort to protect Florida’s transportation infrastructure, Section 119.071(3)(b), Florida Statutes, provides that building plans, blueprints, schematic drawings, and diagrams, including draft, preliminary, and final formats, which depict the internal layout and structural elements of a building, arena, stadium, water treatment facility, or other structure owned or operated by an agency are exempt from the requirements of Florida’s Public Records Law. The redactions included in the documents were made pursuant to this law.
FDOT’s June 26 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
June 26, 2020
FDOT’s June 25 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
June 25, 2020
FDOT’s June 24 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
June 24, 2020
FDOT’s June 23 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
June 23, 2020
FDOT’s June 22 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
June 22, 2020
FDOT’s June 21 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
June 21, 2020
FDOT’s June 20 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
June 20, 2020
FDOT’s June 19 Updates on Roosevelt Bridge
June 19, 2020
FDOT Provides Update on I-10 Checkpoint at Florida/Alabama State Line
June 5, 2020
ICYMI: FDOT Projects Receive Recognition from American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida
May 28, 2020
ICYMI: Florida Department of Transportation wins Tenth Consecutive Perpetual Pavement Award
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces the Opening of the I-4/S.R. 408 Interchange Ramps Three Months Ahead of Schedule
May 21, 2020
Florida Department of Transportation's Turnpike Enterprise Resumes Food Services at Plazas
May 11, 2020
FDOT Announces Second Phase of Critical Infrastructure Project Accelerations
May 8, 2020
PHOTO RELEASE: FDOT, Florida Trucking Association, FHP Thank Truck Drivers with Free Meals
May 7, 2020
FDOT and Florida Trucking Association to Distribute Free Meals for Truck Drivers
May 6, 2020
FDOT Works with Partners to Provide Safe Pedestrian Bridge at FIU
FDOT Accelerates Significant Portions of I-4 Ultimate Project
April 11, 2020
FDOT Accelerates Critical Infrastructure Projects Valued at $2.1 Billion
April 01, 2020
FDOT Furthers the Implementation of Executive Order 20-86 at Florida/Georgia Line on I-95
March 28, 2020
FDOT Provides Guidance for Implementation of Executive Order 20-86
March 24, 2020
FDOT Provides Guidance for Implementation of Executive Order 20-80
Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise Temporarily Closing SunPass Customer Service Center Walk-In Services
March 21, 2020
Florida Department of Transportation’s Turnpike Enterprise Discontinues Food Services at Plazas
Florida Department of Transportation’s Turnpike Enterprise Will Process All Vehicles Electronically Through Toll-By-Plate
March 19, 2020
FDOT Releases Plan to Enhance Existing Corridors and Environmental Features within Proposed M-CORES Projects
March 6, 2020
Governor DeSantis, Legislative Leaders, and FDOT Identify Significant Solutions to Reduce Congestion on Palmetto Expressway
February 24, 2020
FDOT Celebrates National Engineers Week
February 17, 2020
FDOT Releases Initial Suncoast Connector Avoidance Graphic, Maintains Commitment to Preserving Florida’s Most Precious Resources
February 13, 2020
FDOT Releases Initial Northern Turnpike Connector Avoidance Graphic, Maintains Commitment to Preserving Florida’s Most Precious Resources
FDOT Releases Initial Southwest-Central Florida Connector Avoidance Graphic, Maintains Commitment to Preserving Florida’s Most Precious Resources
Governor DeSantis and FDOT recognize Florida Crossing Guards and Crossing Guard Programs of the Year
February 11, 2020
FDOT Commends Governor DeSantis’ Strategic Vision for Florida’s Transportation Infrastructure in 2020
January 14, 2020
Florida Department of Transportation Concludes Unprecedented Year Under Governor Ron DeSantis
December 20, 2019
FDOT Secretary Directs Unprecedented Rail Safety Measures, Launches Statewide Education Initiative
- Engineering and Operations Memorandum 19-02December 5, 2019
Media Advisory: FDOT Secretary Thibault to Announce Statewide Rail Safety Initiative
December 4, 2019
FDOT Issues Update Regarding Improvements to Florida Turnpike Enterprise’s Centralized Customer Service System- Review of SunPass Centralized Customer Service System - Final ReportNovember 24, 2019
Innovative SunTrax To Undergo Next Phase of Construction
November 20, 2019
Governor DeSantis’ Bolder, Brighter, Better Future Budget Proposes $9.9b In Funding For The Florida Department Of Transportation
November 18, 2019
FDOT Releases Agenda for M-CORES Task Force December Meetings, Schedules Additional Public Meetings
- Northern Turnpike Connector Task Force Meeting #3
- Suncoast Connector Task Force Meeting #3
- Southwest-Central Florida Connector Task Force Meeting #3
November 8, 2019
Governor Ron DeSantis Joins FDOT for Groundbreaking of the Tyndall Flyover
November 6, 2019
Governor Ron DeSantis and FDOT Announce $1.4 Billion Westshore Area Interchange Construction Project October 24, 2019FDOT Statement on Today's NTSB MeetingOctober 22, 2019FDOT Statement on Release of NTSB FIU Pedestrian Bridge DocketOctober 8, 2019Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise Announces RFI for SunPass SystemSeptember 24, 2019Tolls to be Reinstated Along Florida’s Turnpike, Other RoadsSeptember 4, 2019
Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise Reopens Fort Pierce Service Plaza September 4, 2019Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise Reopens Two Service Plazas Closed for Hurricane Dorian September 3, 2019Three Florida’s Turnpike Service Plazas to Close for Hurricane DorianSeptember 2, 2019Update 2: Governor DeSantis Directs the Suspension of TollsSeptember 2, 2019Governor DeSantis Directs the Suspension of TollsSeptember 1, 2019SunRail Service Suspension Next Week
August 30, 2019FDOT Launches M-CORES Studies at Task Force MeetingAugust 27, 2019
M-CORES Media Advisory - Live Video Stream and Online Resources Available for M-CORES Kick-Off MeetingAugust 27, 2019FDOT Wins Two Southern Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (SASHTO) Regional Competition AwardsAugust 20, 2019FDOT Announces Nicola Liquori as New FTE Executive DirectorAugust 16, 2019FDOT Announces Members of The Multi-Use Corridors Of Regional Economic Significance (M-CORES) Task Forces
August 1, 2019
FDOT Announces Website For Florida Multi-Use Corridors Of Regional Economic Significance (M-CORES)July 31, 2019
Governor Ron DeSantis Applauds USDOT Funding of Nearly $100 Million for Two Major Projects in FloridaJune 25, 2019
Governor DeSantis’ “Bold Vision For A Brighter Future” Budget Provides $10.8 Billion In FDOT FundingJune 21, 2019FDOT to Resume Contractually Obligated Monthly Payments to ConduentJune 10, 2019
Governor DeSantis Announces Full Funding Now in Place for Critical Tamiami Trail ProjectJune 3, 2019
FDOT Announces New Congestion Relief for I-295 in JacksonvilleMay 13, 2019
Florida International University Bridge Statement and UpdateMay 6, 2019
FDOT Recognizes May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness MonthMay 1, 2019
Governor Ron DeSantis Calls on FDOT to Extend Deadline for Hurricane Michael Debris RemovalApril 10, 2019
FDOT: SunPass Customers Are Our PriorityMarch 29, 2019 SunPass® UpdateFebruary 26, 2019 Florida Department of Transportation Announces Crossing Guard Appreciation Day and Award WinnersFebruary 1, 2019
Governor Ron DeSantis Selects Kevin J. Thibault as Secretary of The Florida Department of TransportationJanuary 18, 2019
Florida Department of Transportation Statement on Status of Mid-Bay BridgeJanuary 10, 2019
U.S. 98 Now Open to Two-Way TrafficOctober 18, 2018
Emergency/Temporary Repairs to U.S. 98 UnderwayOctober 17, 2018
Gov. Scott: FHP Escorts Communications Assets into Impacted AreasOctober 12, 2018
Gov. Scott Offers Utility Companies Additional Push Crews to Aid in Power RestorationOctober 12, 2018
Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Hurricane MichaelOctober 9, 2018
Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Hurricane MichaelOctober 8, 2018
Florida Hits All-Time High Safety Belt Usage Rate October 1, 2018
FDOT Highlights Statewide Child Passenger Restraint Use In 2018September 28, 2018
FDOT’s I-75 at University Parkway Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) Project Named One of the Best Transportation Projects in the NationAugust 30, 2018
SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT: WTSP Misses the MarkAugust 21, 2018
Florida Department of Transportation Announces SunPass Overdraft Reimbursement Process and Enhanced Customer ServiceAugust 16, 2018
FDOT: SunPass Transaction Backlog Successfully ClearedAugust 14, 2018
FDOT: SunPass Customers Must be Made WholeAugust 3, 2018
Florida Department of Transportation to Withhold Payments to SunPass VendorSecretary Dew letter to ConduentJuly 16, 2018 Florida Department of Transportation’s Turnpike Enterprise Announces Improvements to New SunPass Centralized Customer Service SystemJuly 3, 2018 Governor Scott: FDOT Begins Process for Privately Funded High-Speed Rail from Orlando to TampaJune 22, 2018
SunPass: No Late Fees or Penalties During Website and Mobile App UpdateJune 21, 2018
Florida Department of Transportation Announces Free Streetcar Service for Downtown TampaJune 12, 2018
FDOT to Begin 17th Avenue Interchange Project Ahead of ScheduleJune 8, 2018
FIU Public RecordsMay 2, 2018
FDOT Releases Additional Information Regarding FIU Bridge CollapseMarch 16, 2018
Preliminary Fact Sheet on FIU Pedestrian Bridge CollapseMarch 15, 2018
Governor Scott Proclaims March Florida Bicycle MonthMarch 5, 2018
Gov. Scott Directs FDOT to Implement Evacuation and Fuel Capacity Improvements During EmergenciesFebruary 2, 2018
Gov. Scott Urges North Florida Families to Prepare for Severe Cold WeatherJanuary 2, 2018
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