Public Meetings

Escambia County has held two public meetings regarding the Pensacola Beach Congestion Management Plan, a project that aims to develop a long-term capital improvement plan to relieve traffic congestion on Pensacola Beach. The project also includes the implementation and planning of short-term improvements that have been identified to provide immediate congestion relief over the next several years as long-term projects are developed and funded through the Pensacola Beach Congestion Management Plan.

For more information about the Pensacola Beach Congestion Management Plan, contact project consultants Escambia County Public Works Division Manager David Forte at 850-595-3595 or Bonita Player, P.E. and Randy Fuller with Engineering & Planning Resources at 850-602-9232 or at PcolaBeachTrafficPlan@epr-florida.com.

Kick-off Meeting

On April 28, 2016, the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners held a public kick-off meeting for the Pensacola Beach Congestion Management Plan. More than 100 people attended, including residents, business owners and other concerned citizens. The open house format began with a short video that gave a brief overview of the project. Attendees were then invited to share their insights with county consultants, both one-on-one and in small groups.

Second Public Meeting

The consultants reviewed attendees’ shared sketches and ideas for long-term improvements to Pensacola Beach. From these, a list of possible projects was made. The county presented that list at a second public meeting on Oct. 25 so that citizens could decide on project priorities. Each proposed project’s cost will now be determined. From that, the consultant will develop the Pensacola Beach Congestion Management Plan and Capital Improvement Program, which will be taken to the Board of County Commissioners and SRIA for review and final approval.