Key West Transit Development Plan FY2025-2034

4.4 Stakeholder Interviews

4.4 Stakeholder Interviews From March 5, 2024 to April 1, 2024, a total of twelve stakeholders were interviewed. These stakeholders included elected officials, city, county, and state agency staff, as well as representatives from local non-profit agencies. The purpose of these interviews was to collect input from knowledgeable individuals who can advocate for their constituents and clients. This input was essential for providing information and facilitating opportunities for public engagement in the TDP. Table 4-1: Stakeholders Stakeholder/Title Agency Teri Johnston City of Key West Mayor Ryan Stachurski, Multimodal Coordinator City of Key West Richaunda Curry, Center Manager CareerSource South Florida | Key West Richard Clark, Executive Director Monroe County Transit

Stakeholder/Title

Agency

Sheryl Graham Monroe County Social Services Suzanne Holt, Business Manager Florida Keys Outreach Coalition Carolyn Woodhead, Client Services Coordinator Florida Keys Outreach Coalition Julie DuVall, Outreach Worker Florida Keys Outreach Coalition

Figure 4-3: Stakeholder Topics

Environmental Concerns 5

Medical 5

Elderly/ Senior Access 5

Traffic Congestion 7

Service Industry 7

Lisa Marciniak, Community Transportation Coordinator

Guidance Clinic of the Middle Keys Health Council of South Florida, Inc. Monroe County Veterans Affairs Monroe County School Board Housing Authority of the City of Key West Key West Chamber of Commerce

Increase Community Awareness/Education 10

Nicole Marriot, President and CEO

Tourism 5

Equitable Options/ Non-English Speaking Technology 9

Affordable Access/ Housing 7

Cathy Crane, Director

John Dick

Randy Sterling, Executive Director

Suzanne Moore, President

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