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Commission backs ‘Miami Loop’ coordination effort to connect trails across city and region
Summary
The commission approved a resolution asking city staff to lead coordination of multiple trail projects to form a connected ‘Miami Loop,’ a network supporters say will improve mobility, recreation and equity across Miami and neighboring cities.
The Miami City Commission voted to approve a resolution directing the administration to take a coordinating role for the so-called "Miami Loop," a proposed continuous network of trails and greenways that would link existing and planned corridors across the city and into neighboring municipalities.
Supporters told the commission the Loop would connect the Underline, Ludlam Trail, Commodore Trail, the Miami River Greenway and other segments to create a contiguous route for walking, biking and recreation. Mayor Raquel (Coral Gables) Lago, who spoke during public comment, called the project "an incredible potentially transformational project that...will transform mobility in the City of Miami and across the county." Several public commenters and nonprofit leaders urged the commission to prioritize coordination so individual projects are not delayed or fragmented.
Administration staff explained the resolution will ask the city to convene partners, identify gaps in the network, and help expedite segments where municipal coordination is required. The resolution as amended also added cosponsors and clarifying language on the city’s coordinating role.
The commission voted to adopt the resolution as amended with cosponsors. Commissioners and several community groups said the Loop aligns with equity and resiliency goals by improving safe, low-cost access to parks, jobs and transit for underserved neighborhoods.
Ending — The commission asked staff to report back with next steps and to work with neighboring cities and county partners to move toward a connected trail network.
