The TPO serves an area of 1,600 square miles with a population of over 415,000, and includes the cities of Ocala, Belleview and Dunnellon, and unincorporated areas of Marion County. This collection of resources provides a comprehensive overview of the TPO’s key roles and responsibilities, planning programs, and background information about the multi-modal transportation system in Marion County.

About the TPO

What Is The TPO

Learn about the TPO, its roles and responsibilities, when it was established, and the area it serves.

Fast Facts

View transportation facts regarding Marion County, including vehicle miles driven; bus ridership; bike lane, sidewalk, and railroad infrastructure; vehicle crash data and more.

Public Involvement

The TPO relies on the public’s input to better understand transportation needs and potential solutions. See how feedback from Marion County residents is incorporated into the TPO’s plans and programs.

Title VI, Nondiscrimination and Civil Rights 101

The TPO complies with the Civil Rights Act and is committed to ensuring the transportation planning process is open to all citizens.

Plans and Programs

Long-Range Planning

Learn about the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). In November 2020, the TPO adopted the 2045 LRTP.

Short-Range Planning

Learn about the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP documents the anticipated timing and costs of transportation improvements for the next five years.

Priority Projects

View the List of Priority Projects (LOPP) fact sheet to learn more about high-priority transportation projects in Marion County.

Transportation Topics

How Transportation Projects Become Reality

Learn how transportation projects are planned, funded and constructed.

Funding 101

Learn how residents and visitors help fund transportation projects in Marion County.

Transportation Safety

View crash statistics and ways to help keep yourself and others in our community safe on the road.