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Commissioners press staff on A1A crosswalk repairs after hurricane damage; DOT/FEMA approvals delay permanent fixes
Summary
Commissioners discussed recent pedestrian-safety concerns on A1A, temporary solar-powered crosswalk installations, and a DOT repaving project that will switch poles from solar to permanent electrical connections; staff said FEMA and Florida Highway Administration approvals are required and no city-led permanent fix is currently possible.
Commissioners and staff discussed pedestrian safety on A1A and recent crosswalk improvements during the visioning workshop. The City Manager noted residents want better bike lanes and safer crosswalks; staff displayed demonstration video showing properly operating crossing lights.
The Police Chief said the driver involved in a recent crosswalk crash told officers he was not paying attention, and stressed that distracted driving is…
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