The South Tampa Bay Area Transportation Partnership
(STARTUPS) is a privately funded regional coalition established to ensure that
the region receives additional transportation revenues in order to maintain a
strong economy and exceptional quality of life. The organization has
researched the efforts of similar private sector initiatives in high growth
areas statewide, enlisted the support of a team of transportation experts and
initiated a comprehensive, long-term effort to ensure that the region has a
strong and unified voice on transportation issues at the local, state, and
federal level.
STARTUPS membership includes a broad base of business and community leaders
working together for a common goal. In addition to the support of the
region's leading companies, the initiative is endorsed by the Sarasota and
Manatee Chambers of Commerce.
Thank
You to Our Members
STARTUPS Objectives:
Identify and pursue all sources of
funding options for local
transportation improvements
Mobilize public and private
support for transportation projects
Consult with all governmental entities
(federal, state and local) regarding
new enabling legislation and funding
Monitor and provide input to the
Tampa Bay Partnership on
transportation projects and
priorities
Promote public education and
awareness on transportation projects
Monitor and provide leadership to
the Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT), the
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO),
and local governments on
transportation issues
