Central Florida Seen & Heard: Costly Commute

Explore the true costs of commuting in Central Florida through a series of stories and an immersive experience and expert panel discussion hosted by Cheryn Stone.

Central Florida Seen and Heard Series: Costly Commute

Story Series

News stories begin posting on 4/28

Central Florida's SunRail at a junction: Are its benefits worth the cost of expansion?

Joe Byrnes

As Central Florida’s commuter rail turns 11, it’s begun to study a major expansion costing billions of dollars.
Economy & Business

When roads run short: the challenges of living in a car-centric Central Florida

Molly Duerig

Residents are tired of waiting for a pending road project to connect Lake and Orange counties together. But making Central Florida commutes less costly is a feat much easier said than done.
Editor’s note: Commuting is costly, what’s it worth to you?

LaToya Dennis

Central Florida Seen & Heard: Costly Commute is the third installment of our annual series where we take a deep dive into issues important to people who live in this region.

Live Event

WHEN: Thursday, May 8th, 2025

5:30 PM - Costly Commute Experience
6:00 PM - Panel Discussion hosted by Cheryn Stone

WHERE: Art & History Museums of Maitland, 231 W. Packwood Avenue, Maitland

Reserve your spot now to be part of this important conversation. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Join us for an engaging evening at the Art & History Museums of Maitland as we dive deeper into transportation and the true costs of the Central Florida commute with our series, "Central Florida Seen & Heard: Costly Commute." The series will begin airing on April 28, followed by our live event on May 8, shedding light on the pressing issue of commuting in Florida.

What to Expect:

🧭 Immersive Experience: Experience firsthand, the reporting from our series as we highlight the challenges and impacts of commuting on our community.

🤝 Thought-Provoking Conversations: Engage in discussions that explore the complexities of our transit landscape, revealing the human stories and hidden inequities behind daily commutes.

🎤 Expert Panel Discussion: Join a live panel hosted by Engage’s Cheryn Stone, featuring a group of experts ready to discuss the journey toward viable and equitable transportation solutions.

💬 Share Your Ideas: This is your opportunity to participate in shaping a brighter future for our community’s commutes.

Whether you're a daily commuter, a policymaker, or someone passionate about community development, this is an event you won’t want to miss!