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Officer asks Miami Lakes advisory board to seek flashing school‑zone lights on Lakeway/Lakewood
Summary
Officer Amador told the Education Advisory Board that speeding persists near schools on Lakeway/Lakewood and requested additional flashing school‑zone lights (including solar options); the committee discussed coordination with the town council and Roberto Alonso’s office and agreed to pursue follow up.
Officer Amador presented data and photos to the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board and requested additional school‑zone flashing lights on Lakeway/Lakewood to reduce speeding near a school curve and nearby residences.
Amador said the town already has functioning flashing lights at other school locations but that Lakeway/Lakewood lacks a comparable reminder. He said the lights serve as a constant visual reminder of school‑zone speeds and that installing a light in a strategic spot on the curve would increase driver compliance.
Board members and staff discussed options including solar‑powered units, the cost and conduit requirements for electrical connections, and which municipal office should handle the request. Staff advised bringing a council request or agenda item — and suggested coordination with Roberto Alonso’s office; the next council meeting window for such an ask was referenced.
No formal appropriation or installation schedule was adopted at the meeting; the committee asked staff and members to pursue information about costs and town procedures and to invite council staff to a future discussion if needed.
The officer concluded with a request that the committee present the concern to the town council if a local solution is required, and staff noted the committee’s opportunity to put an ask on a council agenda.
