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Fort Lauderdale says it asked FDOT for formal hearing after state ordered removal of street art
Summary
City representatives told the commission they requested a formal administrative hearing with the Florida Department of Transportation over state demands to remove painted street markings the city calls traffic‑calming devices; an informal FDOT hearing was held and a written order and possible appeal are pending.
Howard Dubasor, representing the city, told the Fort Lauderdale City Commission on Sept. 16 that the city has sought a formal administrative hearing with the Florida Department of Transportation after the department sent a memorandum demanding removal of painted street markings at multiple locations. Dubasor said the city’s contract characterizes the markings as traffic‑calming devices, while FDOT has taken the position that they are detrimental to public safety.
At an informal hearing in Orlando on Sept.…
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