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City staff proposes new north‑side access to Griffin Elementary to ease pickup congestion
Summary
City staff presented a plan to add gated access and a 20‑foot gravel queuing road to Griffin Elementary’s north side, estimated at about $50,000, contingent on Broward County School Board approval and scheduled for implementation during summer months.
City staff presented a proposal to create a new north‑side access to Griffin Elementary to relieve vehicle queuing on Southwest 50th Street during student pickup.
The plan shown in the commission packet proposes gates in existing fencing and a roughly 20‑foot‑wide gravel road to provide queuing on the school’s north side, accessing Southwest 40th Street. Staff estimated the work would cost in the neighborhood of $50,000 and said the funds could come from the city’s capital program if the commission gave direction to proceed.
City staff said the next step would be to secure approval from the Broward County School Board. The manager told the commission the goal is to schedule work during summer months when school is not in session and to be ready for execution within the next two years. Staff requested direction from the commission to move forward with securing approvals.
Commissioners expressed general support. One commissioner said the plan was “a great idea” and “highly needed.” No motions or formal votes were recorded; commissioners indicated consensus to allow staff to proceed with coordination and approvals.
Staff emphasized the project is contingent on the school board’s approval and on final design and permitting. No construction schedule or contract award was presented; staff framed the item as a planning and approval step. If approved by the school board, staff said the city would return with final costs and a timeline for procurement and construction.
