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Miami Beach finalizes Citi Bike contract; city staff flags targeted station expansion and resident benefits
Summary
City staff reported the Citi Bike contract has been fully executed and described preliminary plans for additional stations in high‑demand areas, a new resident benefit package and expanded electric-bike inventory. Mid‑Beach expansion will require further study because of parking, freight loading needs and ongoing FDOT work on Collins Avenue.
The city’s transportation department told the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee that the Citi Bike contract has been fully executed and the vendor will begin rolling out new features and bikes immediately. Jose Gonzalez, transportation, said the contract is “fully executed and in effect” and staff expect an initial expansion and a public announcement to roll out the same day.
Committee members said they support expanding stations beyond the traditional South Beach locations. Commissioner Rosen Gonzalez said the item grew out of traffic and access issues during Art Basel and that more stations near the Convention Center and in Mid Beach would improve mobility during high‑impact events.
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