FDOT District Six Hosts Regional Operations Leadership Forum
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Six Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) Office hosted the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Regional Operations Leadership Forum (ROLF) on May 27 and 28, 2026.
The annual ROLF meeting convenes transportation operations leaders from across the southeastern United States to discuss transportation challenges, share best practices, and identify solutions that advance TSM&O initiatives. This year marked the first time the meeting was hosted in Miami, with representatives traveling from Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida to participate in the two-day event.
The meeting began with welcome remarks from District Six Traffic Operations Engineer, Omar Meitin, who greeted attendees and highlighted the importance of regional collaboration in addressing transportation challenges and advancing operations-focused solutions. AASHTO representatives then led a comprehensive agenda covering nine topics critical to the future of transportation operations. Topics included the introduction to the Transportation Operations Manual (TOM), Performance Management, Communicating the Value of TSM&O, Planning and Programming, and other strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening transportation programs across the region.
In addition to the working sessions, attendees toured the SunGuide Transportation Management Center, where they learned about the innovative technologies and operational strategies used to manage traffic and improve mobility throughout Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. The meeting also provided several opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, and team building among transportation professionals.
FDOT District Six was proud to host this important gathering of transportation leaders. The forum reinforced the shared commitment of state transportation agencies to advancing TSM&O strategies and technologies that enhance safety, improve mobility, and support a higher quality of life for the communities they serve.