Transportation & Planning

TRANSPORTATION

& PLANNING

The ability to offer a connected, available and affordable transit system continues to be one of every great city’s challenges and the Tampa Downtown Partnership is at the forefront of this issue. We recognize the responsibility of providing effective leadership, thoughtful advocacy, and targeted communication efforts for the betterment of all modes of transportation in Downtown and work tirelessly to address difficulties and opportunities.

The Downtowner, a public/private partnership microtransit service, continues to be very popular, carrying over 500 people a day. To better meet demand, more than half of the rides are now shared, effectively cutting the wait time almost in half. Leading into next year, the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) will take ownership of the Downtowner program. The goal of the transition is to provide broader, more frequent service as a first mile/last mile solution. There is still work to be done. The Partnership continues to work closely with the Florida Department of Transportation on a multitude of their projects including their investment with the TECO Line Streetcar system, completion of the first two-way cycle track on a one-way street in the State of Florida, and proposed Interstate enhancements at the Downtown Interchange (I-275 & I-4).

Upon successful completion of the study phase of the Downtown Comprehensive Parking Plan, we will work diligently with both the public and private sector to implement the recommended strategies. We will also collaborate with our partners on new micro-mobility options, such as motorized scooters, as they enter Downtown.

500 Downtowner Passengers/Day 46% Downtowner Trips are Shared 06 Events with Free Bike Valet 500 Bikeshare Bikes at Over 100 Hubs 03 Zipcar Carshare Locations 40 Certified Bicycle Friendly Businesses (BFB) #2 BFB City the USA! 250 Bike Parking Options 04 Bike Fix-It Stations 12 Electric Car Charging Locations