First Coast Commuter Rail Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Study COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT APPENDIX
Informational Materials/Campaigns : A comprehensive informa�on campaign, including social media, local press releases, informa�onal brochures, and a project website ( jafcrtod.com ), was launched to keep the public informed about the project and upcoming events. Community Partnerships : Partnerships with local community organiza�ons and advocacy groups were sought to foster a sense of shared responsibility and promote the benefits of commuter rail for the en�re community. Key Findings
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Extending from St. Augus�ne to Downtown Jacksonville, a corridor study area of approximately 40 miles, the FCCR TOD Study spanned
both Duval and St. Johns Coun�es in Northeast Florida. For this reason, community workshops and interviews with business and agency stakeholders were conducted in each county to allow the project team to share the same project informa�on with stakeholders in both coun�es. P roject informa�on was shared through online pla�orms and a link to the survey was distributed throug h ongoing project communica�ons and at stakeholder and community events. Based on the data collected through the various outreach ini�a�ves, the following key findings were iden�fied: Overwhelming support for the project , with 78% of the survey respondents expressing posi�ve feedback suppor�ng the FCCR TOD Study . Strong preference for sta�ons in densely populated areas near major employment centers to maximize accessibility and convenience. Concerns regarding poten�al environmental impacts were addressed through proposed sustainability and avoidance measures, garnering support from environmental organiza�ons and local government agencies. Based on insights gathered from the outreach efforts, as the project moves forward, the following ac�ons are recommended for considera�on. Incorporate community feedback into the project's development plans and ensure that the final design reflects the needs and preferences of the residents. Con�nu e to open communica�on channels with the community to provide regular updates on the project's progress and address any concerns . Implement outreach programs for underserved communi�es to ensure equitable access to the benefits of TOD and the proposed commuter rail system. The successful execu�on of the community outreach program has not only garnered support for the TOD planning concepts around the poten�al sta�on areas for the proposed FCCR Southeast Corridor but has also fostered a sense of shared responsibility and ownership among the residents. The valuable feedback received will be instrumental in shaping the project to best serve the needs of the community, both in the present and the future.
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