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Committee clears measure letting municipalities seek 20–25 mph limits, with study requirements
Summary
The Miami-Dade Transportation, Planning and Mobility Committee approved two items allowing municipalities to pursue lower speed limits and traffic-calming measures, while reiterating that state study requirements and local consultation remain necessary.
The Miami-Dade Transportation, Planning and Mobility Committee voted to approve two items (2B and 2E) that give municipalities a formal mechanism to request lower speed limits and other traffic-calming measures, including 20- or 25-mph limits where appropriate.
The measures passed on a voice vote after Commissioner Regalado moved the items and Commissioner Bastian seconded. Three members present — Vice Chairwoman Regalado, Commissioner Bastian and Chairwoman Higgins — voted in favor; two members (Commissioner Bermudez and Senator Garcia) were absent.
The items do not automatically change any speed limits; they grant municipalities an avenue to pursue…
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