Residents urge CITT to expedite North Corridor Metro Rail project in Miami Dade

Miami-Dade County's Citizens' Independent Transportation Trust (CITT) meeting on June 25, 2025, highlighted urgent calls from residents for the long-awaited North Corridor Metro Rail project. Community members expressed their frustration over decades of delays and the need for immediate transit solutions.

During the meeting, several citizens voiced their concerns regarding the North Corridor Metro Rail Extension to Hard Rock Stadium and Miami Dade College North Campus. Dorothy Everett, a stakeholder from the surrounding neighborhoods, emphasized that after 48 years of waiting and 23 years of contributing to the half-penny surtax, it is time for action. She, along with other residents, urged the CITT to expedite the project and implement public works and trolley services in the interim.

The sentiment was echoed by multiple speakers, including Veil Adams Jr., who pointed out that the current metro system inadequately serves the Brownsville area, limiting access to essential services. He called for prioritizing the expansion of the rail line to enhance economic growth and quality of life for residents.

The meeting also featured a discussion on the potential for Transportation Management Areas (TMAs) to facilitate collaboration among different jurisdictions in Miami-Dade County. This initiative, led by Vice Mayor Anderson of Coral Gables, aims to create a prototype for improved transportation solutions across the county.

As the meeting progressed, the CITT acknowledged the need for a clear timeline and accountability from all agencies involved in the Metro Rail project. Residents are demanding immediate action, not just promises, as they seek to transform their transportation landscape.

The CITT's commitment to addressing these concerns will be crucial in shaping the future of public transit in Miami-Dade County, ensuring that the community receives the infrastructure improvements they have long awaited.