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DTPW, FDOT update SMART corridors; FDOT says Flagler BRT demonstration not feasible without major mitigation
Summary
DTPW reported South Dade Bus Rapid Transit is about 95% complete and that 42 of 100 electric buses have been received; FDOT said a proposed Flagler lane‑repurposing demonstration would materially worsen PM peak travel times and is infeasible without extensive mitigation, and launched an elevated fixed‑guideway feasibility study for Flagler.
Miami‑Dade DTPW and FDOT gave the Citizens Independent Transportation Trust a joint briefing on SMART‑plan corridors on June 25, with updates on South Dade BRT, the Northeast corridor, Miami‑Beach and Flagler planning.
DTPW reported the South Dade Transitway BRT project is roughly 95% complete, with 14 stations and two park‑and‑ride facilities installed and fare‑collection gates in place at most stations. The county has procured 100 electric buses and received 42 so far; DTPW expects to invoice PTP for remaining project costs as construction completes. DTPW said it has spent about $93…
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