Federal Certification

Every four years, our partners at the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) conduct a comprehensive review of our work by evaluating everything from long-range planning to public engagement and financial stewardship. This process, known as the Transportation Management Area (TMA) Certification Review, helps ensure the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization (SCTPO) continues to meet federal standards and delivers meaningful results for Brevard County, and your input is a vital part of that process.

2026 Federal Certification Review

Join us for this year’s Federal Certification Review Public Hearing to learn how transportation planning works in our region and share feedback on how we can improve! 

Event Details
🗓 Monday, May 11, 2026
🕤 9:30 AM | The Public Hearing will take place at the beginning of the regularly scheduled Technical & Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting.
📍 Center for Collaboration
1100 Rockledge Blvd.
Rockledge, FL 32955

What to Expect

• A brief overview of the SCTPO and the federal certification process 
• A chance to learn more about the key functions of our organization
• Opportunities for members and residents to engage directly with the Federal Review Team by providing public comment

Your Voice Matters: 30-Day Public Comment Period 
How are we doing? How can we improve? This hearing is focused on how we plan — not specific transportation projects. We’re seeking feedback on our overall planning process, including how we engage the public, set priorities, and make decisions.

A 30-day public comment period will be open from April 11 – May 11, 2026. If you can’t attend in person, you can still make your voice heard. All comments submitted during this period will be included as part of the official federal certification review.

Submit your comments to Abby Hemenway, Public Information & Outreach Manager, through any of the methods below:

📧 abby.hemenway@sctpo.com  
📞 321-690-6890
🔗 Federal Certification Public Hearing Public Comment Portal (see below):

All comments submitted during this period will be included as part of the official federal certification review.

Federal Contacts
For questions regarding the federal certification review process, please contact:

Erika Thompson
Transportation Planning Specialist
Florida Division, Federal Highway Administration
U.S. Department of Transportation
850) 553-2223
erika.thompson@dot.gov

Aviance Webb
Community Planner
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Region 4
(404)865-5489
aviance.webb@dot.gov

Accessibility & Special Accommodations

The meeting location is accessible and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Center for Collaboration is also served by Space Coast Area Transit (Route 6: Florida Ave/Bougainvillea Dr.), with service available before and after the meeting.

Individuals requiring special accommodations such as sign language interpreters, hearing assistance, or language translation services (e.g., Spanish, Creole, French) may request these services at no cost.

To ensure adequate time for coordination, please contact Abby Hemenway at 321-690-6890 or abby.hemenway@sctpo.com at least three business days in advance of the meeting.

Title VI Compliance

The Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization (SCTPO) complies with various nondiscrimination laws and regulations, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. People wishing to express their concerns relative to SCTPO compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting:

Abby Hemenway, APR Title VI Coordinator
2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building B, Room 105
Melbourne, FL 32940
321-690-6890
abby.hemenway@sctpo.com

Previous Certification Reviews:

• 2022 Federal Certification Review Report