HRTPO is the forum for all citizens of the Region to come together and make critical decision on how transportation dollars are allocated
(9)
Operating as usual
Our friends at Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) are hosting two open houses as part of the Naval Station Norfolk Transit Corridor Project. They are looking for “A Better Way…” to provide mobility options in the City of Norfolk with high capacity transit in the future. Check your calendars and join them at one or both events, to ask questions and provide input on the project.
The HRTPO has been working to collect candidate projects for the 2045 Long-Range Transportation Plan.
Click on the link below to review the collected candidate projects list. After reviewing the list, please respond to the short three-question survey that follows.
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07egv1ayytk5fh7tim/a00ak5yak3wa/questions
The HRPDC's Katie Cullipher was on WVEC's Coastal Connections show on Sunday, January 23, 2020. Representing askHRgreen.org, the HRPDC's environmental education outreach program, she discussed waste minimization. Check it out via the link below.
https://www.13newsnow.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/dialogue/coastal-connections-january-2020/291-e65d2b0e-1fa9-40d5-8202-bd61e050cddf
Coastal Connections January 2020
A new video aims to tell the 757 story. Recognize any familiar faces? #757Proud
https://youtu.be/Lqhkw99X8AA
Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization's cover photo
Happy Holidays from the HRTPO and HRPDC!
The Hampton Roads Planning District Commission wants to know your experiences (positive and negative) living, working, and/or traveling near the following military installations:
-Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Norfolk Naval Shipyard associated properties including St. Juliens Creek Annex, South Gate Annex, Scott Center Annex, the Village at New Gosport, and Stanley Court
-Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads – Portsmouth Annex (Naval Medical Center Portsmouth)
-Naval Station Norfolk - Navy Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Craney Island Fuel Depot
The link below connects to the Portsmouth-Chesapeake JLUS page on the HRPDC website and a short 15-question survey.
https://www.hrpdcva.gov/departments/joint-land-use-studies/portsmouth-chesapeake-joint-land-use-study/
Tonight's the Night!
At “Moving Hampton Roads,” a transportation town hall, regional transportation leaders will discuss ways to make transportation in Hampton Roads more efficient. Seats are limited. Click below for more info and the registration link.
If you can't attend in person, just tune in to WHRO TV 15 on November 14 from 7-8 p.m.
https://whro.org/movinghamptonroads
Starting with the Cape Henry Trial in Virginia Beach, HRTPO staff plans to periodically highlight one of the many multi-use trails in Hampton Roads.
https://www.hrtpo.org/news/article/october/08/2019/trail-of-the-month%3A-cape-henry-trail
The HRTPO recently release the 2019 version of the State of Transportation in Hampton Roads report. The State of Transportation report details the current status and recent trends of all facets of the transportation system in Hampton Roads, including air, rail, water, and highways. Many aspects of the highway system are highlighted, including roadway usage, pavement condition, bridge condition, congestion levels, commuting characteristics, roadway safety, transit usage, tolling, and active transportation (such as biking and walking). Click the link below to review an article on some of the highlights of the 2019, or use the link in the article to review the full report.
https://www.hrtpo.org/news/article/october/21/2019/state-of-transportation-in-hampton-roads-2019-report-released
Prepared by the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization, the Fiscal Year 2015 – 2018 Transportation Improvement Program is a four-year program for the implementation of surface transportation projects within the Hampton Roads MPA.
You're invited to “Moving Hampton Roads,” a transportation town hall moderated by Barbara Hamm Lee of WHRO. Regional transportation leaders be discussing ways to make transportation in Hampton Roads more efficient. Robert Crum, HRTPO and HRPDC Executive Director will be on the panel along with leaders from both of our region’s airports, Hampton Roads Transit, and the Virginia Department of Transportation. Seats are limited. Click below for more info and the registration link. If you can't attend in person, just tune in to WHRO TV 15 on November 14 from 7-8 p.m.
https://whro.org/movinghamptonroads
You are invited to “Moving Hampton Roads,” a transportation town hall moderated by Barbara Hamm Lee. Join us as we host regional transportation leaders to discuss ways for public transportation to be more efficient.
Yes this project is out of our region, but a cool story, none the less
A time lapse video over four years captures the replacement of the Goethals Bridge, a span between Staten Island and New Jersey that reopened in May 2018.
HRTPO's Executive Director, Bob Crum, joined a Hampton Roads contingency and went down to Raleigh to learn from their economic model. Bringing great ideas for growth, back to our Region !!
A Hampton Roads Chamber delegation visited the region from Sept. 23-25 to learn how the cities like Raleigh and Durham have created a booming economy with billions in new development.
New plan calls for 45 miles of toll lanes on I-64, stretching from Chesapeake to Newport News
A previous proposal would have been only 25 miles. Now the the pay lanes could run from Jefferson Avenue on the Peninsula all the way to the road's end at Bowers Hill in Chesapeake.
Portsmouth city council wants more discussion for relocation of city hall, public safety buildings
This comes after a public hearing on Monday where many residents said they’re not happy with the current proposal to relocate the two buildings.
Virginia Beach Parks and Rec wants to hear how you feel about ‘walkability’ for transportation | Southside Daily
VIRGINIA BEACH — The Parks and Recreations Department has heard the public’s call for more walkways and bike trails for recreation in the city — now, they want to know how you feel about using the…
Norfolk airport talks major layout changes in future
As part of it's once-every-ten-years update, airport officials are looking at possible options for what the future could hold -- including going from two concourses to one and making the
Navy says no to Norfolk Airport's desire for second runway
Another runway would force Navy training and ordnance storage to move at a cost. It's the first time the Navy has formally indicated it opposes the additional runway.
Norfolk ship repair company to merge with West Coast rival
The merger will create a bicoastal giant in ship repair, cleaning and other services and bring together resources that are scarce throughout the country.
Virginia Beach creates task force to figure out future of motorized scooters in city
Motorized scooters are a popular way to get around Virginia Beach, but not everyone is a fan.
"PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — A blatant falsification of records. That’s how a VDOT official describes what a local contractor did, on one of the biggest highway projects in Hampton Roads."
What do you think, Hampton Roads?
10 On Your Side is investigating claims of falsified records surrounding one of the biggest road projects in Hampton Roads.
More Americans have died in car crashes since 2000 than in both World Wars
As the opioid crisis takes center stage — almost 100,000 deaths in six years — 190,000 people were killed by speeding, drunk or distracted drivers in that time.
Quick action needed to capitalize on wind energy industry | Reinvent Hampton Roads column
Ask yourself this question: How often does a region have the opportunity to create a new industry and supportive supply chain that will significantly improve the economy and help the
We stand with VA Beach and are with you, our Region, as we all work this this tragedy.
Study points to ways Hampton Roads’ bases can fight flooding, sea level rise | WAVY.com
New ideas have been proposed to help fight sea level rise and mitigate flooding around local bases.
Study details steps Norfolk, Virginia Beach should take to protect Navy bases as sea levels rise
A newly released study between Norfolk, Virginia Beach and the Navy details 22 actions that both cities should take to ensure the Navy can carry out its mission and remain
Stories for Miles
Why families, businesses and cyclists of all stripes embrace the Virginia Capital Trail.
Flooding Fact and Fiction
Get flood fluent with some help from the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission.
HRTPO and our Bike/Walk program, would like to welcome PEDEGO Electric Bikes to Hampton Roads !! Check them out !!
There are plenty of great reasons to ride a Pedego electric bike, but the best reason is a simple one - it's fun!
LOVE IT !!
Good Morning :)
Tired of chatty drivers? Uber is finally giving users its most requested feature: an in-app way to ask for minimal conversation during your ride. The “Quiet Mode” feature is free and will be available to everyone in the U.S. tomorrow, but only on Uber Black and Uber Black SUV premium ri…
Man charged with following too close in HRBT crash Wednesday morning
William Marakos, driver of the Price Electric truck involved in the crash, was charged at the scene. No one else has been charged, Sgt. Michelle Anaya said Wednesday afternoon.
Revealed: A Plan to Build a Continuous Bike Trail Across the United States
Motorists have been able to drive across the country for more than a century. People on bikes will get their day soon, too.
to help you plan your weekend.....
Drivers in Hampton Roads can expect closures on water crossings, interstates and notable detours for the week of May 12 to May 18. This list covers full closures of interstates, ramps, bridges and…
Do you know what's going on with Bower's Hill? Check it out.
While the Virginia Department of Transportation has its preferred alternative for work to be done in the web of highways that make up the Bowers Hill interchange, the city of Suffolk does not. VDOT displayed its choice to the public during a meeting Thursday at Jolliff Middle School in Chesapeake, a...
May 13 - May 17 is Bike to Work Week !!!
Bike to Work VA Events Calendar Promotional Materials Helpful Tips Safety Tips Bikes on Transit Bike Share Virginia Bike Trails Map Events Calendar Promotional Materials Helpful Tips Safety Tips Bikes on Transit Bike Share Virginia Bike Trails Map
723 Woodlake Dr
Chesapeake, VA
23320
HRT Bus Route
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
The Long Range Transportation Plan, The Transportation Improvement Plan, The Public Participation Plan, Studies and Reports on Congestion Management, The Transportation Project Selection Process,
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Send a message to Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization:
Hampton Roads Planning District Commission
723 Woodlake DrChesapeake Redevelopment and Housing Authorit
1468 S. Military HighwayChesapeake Redevelopment and Housing Authorit
1468 S. Military HighwaySoutheastern Virginia Training Center
2100 Steppingstone SqLearning for Life Learning to Live
2121 Burnside pl.
NSA Northwest Annex Youth Center
432 Cardinal St
Hampton Roads Planning District Commission
723 Woodlake Dr
Fresh Beginnings Christian School
4912 Bainbridge Blvd