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Commission approves semi‑permanent closure of West Beach Drive at Frankfort to curb cut‑through traffic
Summary
The Panama City Commission voted 5-0 on May 27 to approve a semi‑permanent closure of the city‑owned portion of West Beach Drive at Frankfort Avenue (west side), barring through vehicle traffic while preserving pedestrian access.
The Panama City Commission voted 5-0 on May 27 to approve a semi‑permanent closure of the city‑owned portion of West Beach Drive at Frankfort Avenue (west side) that will bar through vehicle traffic while preserving pedestrian access. The commission set the closure to remain in place at least until June 1, 2026, and said any permanent change would be coordinated with the Florida Department of Transportation and brought back for formal approval.
The closure was proposed by Landmark Condominium managers and backed by nearby homeowners after months of complaints about drivers cutting through the intersection at speed. Colin Hamilton, community association manager for Landmark Condominium, told the commission the effort dates to 2017 and that condominium leadership and nearby…
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