New Page Goal 3 - A statewide interconnected transportation system that enhances Florida's economic competitiveness.
Transportation is the backbone of Florida's economy.
Our transportation system has always played a leading role in helping businesses both gain access to markets and their customers and reduce their production and distribution costs. One third of Florida's economic income comes from international trade and tourism. Economic expansion relies on a dynamic transportation system. The Florida Intrastate Highway System, a High Speed Rail System, the rail network, major airports and deep water ports are the key elements of the transportation system needed to support Florida's economic expansion into the 21st Century. These key elements must complement each other to enhance our economic competitiveness.