The Town of Cutler Bay and the Village of Palmetto Bay are dedicated to
working together to find solutions to the traffic challenges our residents face
daily. We are committed to obtaining Rail Mass Transit for South Dade, which is
the most important way to address the explosive growth that continues to occur
in South Dade. This growth is not due solely to our two municipalities. Cities
south of us and unincorporated Miami Dade County residents must drive through
these same streets to get to their destinations.
We understand our residential streets are becoming more congested as we
await these county decisions. We are working diligently with Miami Dade Transit
to expedite this much needed Mass Transit improvement.
Recently Miami Dade County staff has added the SW 87th Ave. bridge
project to the Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) list of potential projects.
Understandably, residents who live north of the potential bridge project are
concerned about the increase in vehicular traffic. Additionally, many residents
who live south of the project are hoping the County gives them this additional
north- south corridor that will decrease their commute time.
This project can create tension and discord among our neighboring
municipalities.
As Mayors of two prominent municipalities in the South Dade community,
sister cities, we both have worked together on issues that mutually affect our
residents. We are committed to continue to find solutions together, that will
benefit all of our residents. We urge Miami Dade County staff to reevaluate
this particular project and provide the appropriate data to substantiate this
bridge connection.
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