Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Altamonte Springs public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in roads
LYNX paratransit funding agreement
The city contributes $120,900 toward ACCESS LYNX paratransit — rides for residents who can't use regular buses. Questions about the agreement's scope stalled it for a month.
Apopka relations on the A-First project
After months of stalled talks, new Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta met with City Manager Martz and invited staff to review the timeline for long-delayed A-First project improvements — a warming of relations between the two cities.
Cranes Roost mobility grant application
A last-minute resolution lets the city apply for FDOT grant money to keep Cranes Roost mobility programs (Green Rides) running, with the city match already covered by sales tax funds.
SR 417 Extension Funding Push
Seminole County has committed $50 million toward extending State Road 417 to the airport and is asking cities like Altamonte, Oviedo, Winter Springs, and Sanford to chip in. Two of those jurisdictions have already said no.
SR 436 and SR 434 intersection closure
Heads up, commuters: the busy 436/434 intersection closes for road work at midnight on March 9. The city will post about it on social media.