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Microtransit options return to commission; staff cautions on costs and wait times
City Commission of the City of Sunny Isles Beach · February 24, 2026
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Summary
Commissioners revisited microtransit options such as Freebee and voucher-based Uber. Staff cautioned these services carry recurring costs and reported long wait times in peer cities; the commission asked for more analysis and to weigh improvements to fixed-route shuttles against on-demand services.
Commissioners discussed whether Sunny Isles Beach should implement an on-demand microtransit service (examples cited: Freebee) or pursue voucher arrangements with ride-hailing companies.
Staff cautioned that such services are not free to the city and carry recurring costs…
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