UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETING – TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH, 2026, and THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2026

FDOT invites you to an upcoming public meeting for the Barrier Island Project Development and Environment Study. The meeting materials are now available for viewing in the Project Documents Section below. 

The purpose of the study is to evaluate multimodal alternatives for the main north-south corridor on Anna Maria Island traversing cities of Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach. FDOT will consider strategies to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety and enhance mobility options for all users along the study corridor while maintaining the quality of life for residents and visitors. Multimodal alternatives will be studied to meet the project needs and goals. The No-build Alternative will also be studied. Each alternative will be evaluated for potential impacts on the natural, social, cultural, and physical environment. Minimizing environmental impacts while enhancing the future transportation needs integrated with the community’s vision and character will also be an important project goal. For more information on the Barrier Islands Traffic Study, visit:  https://www.swflroads.com/sarasotamanateebarrierislands.

UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETING
Here are the ways you can participate in the upcoming meeting. Materials will be the same at all events, so attending every event is not necessary.

February 17th, 2026 - Meeting Materials Posted
View all the materials in the Project Documents section below. 

Tuesday, February 24th, 2026, In-Person Option
Kirkwood Presbyterian Church – Fellowship Hall
6101 Cortez Road, Bradenton, FL 34210
Anytime 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. 
View meeting materials, talk to the project team, and submit comments.

Thursday, February 26th, 2026, Live Online Option - (Advanced registration required)
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Register in advance: https://ZaVFxe.short.gy/2GlziU  
You will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting from a computer, tablet, or mobile device. (Note: Internet Explorer cannot be used for this event)
Review the materials online prior to the event. Participate in an online presentation and live question and answer session with the project team.
 
How to submit comments
You may submit comments in the following ways
-    During the live in-person event 
-    Online through the project website (use the contact box on the right)
-    Email the project manager (Adam.Rose@dot.state.fl.us)
-    By mail: 
Adam Rose
FDOT Project Manager
Florida Department of Transportation 
Environmental Management Office
801 N. Broadway Ave, MS 1-40
Bartow, FL 33830

You are able to provide written comment about the project at any time, but comments must be submitted by March 9th, 2026, to be included in the record for this meeting. You may also email the FDOT project manager Adam Rose at adam.rose@dot.state.fl.us if you have questions before you submit your comment.

If you need ADA or Translation Services:
Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Cynthia Sykes, District One Title VI Coordinator by phone at (863) 519-2287 or by email at cynthia.sykes@dot.state.fl.us at least seven (7) days before the live event you plan to attend.

The Florida Department of Transportation is required to comply with various non-discrimination laws and regulations, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. FDOT solicits public participation without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Anyone wishing to express concern about Title VI should contact Cynthia Sykes at the information above.

Public Notices
This meeting will be advertised according to federal and state statutes in the following places:
On this project website
Email to public officials and interested parties
Newsletter to local property owners near the project
FDOT’s Public Notices website
Florida Administrative Register

Project Documents Section

Newsletter
Public Meeting Handout
Welcome Display
Title VI Display
Statutes
Transportation Development Process Schedule
Project Location Map Display
Crash History Display
Project Funding Display
Study Schedule Display
No-Build Alternative Display
Build Alternative 1 Concept - Roll Plots 
Existing Drainage and Recommendations Display
Build Alternative 1 Evaluation Matrix Display
Public Feedback Display
Comment Form