Project Development &
Environment (PD&E) Study:

About the Poinciana Parkway Extension Preferred Alternative

CFX in July 2018 began the PD&E Study to evaluate alternatives to extend Poinciana Parkway north to County Road 532 at the Osceola County/Polk County line. The goal of the study was to evaluate and recommend a viable and fundable transportation corridor that will improve regional connectivity; accommodate anticipated transportation demand; provide consistency with local and regional plans; support economic viability, job creation, and intermodal opportunities; and enhance evacuation and emergency services.

The study evaluated engineering, estimated project costs, and all alternatives and their potential impacts to the physical, natural, social and cultural environment. The study determined that the project is viable and fundable in accordance with CFX policies and procedures.

The preferred alternative, Alternative 5A without slip ramps to Ronald Reagan Parkway, had the lowest social impacts and overall cost, and lower natural impacts that other alternatives considered. The preferred alternative also had the highest projected traffic.

Public involvement and interagency coordination were crucial components of the study. For the Poinciana Parkway Extension PD&E Study, CFX engaged more than 500 people through three public meetings and hearings, six Environmental Advisory and Project Advisory Group meetings and more than 17 stakeholder meetings.