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Miami commission directs administration to coordinate 'Miami Loop' trail network
Summary
The City Commission approved a resolution asking the administration to help coordinate and expedite completion of segments that together form the proposed 225‑mile Miami Loop network, with public speakers and trail advocates urging faster, city-led connectivity across districts and neighboring municipalities.
Commissioner Ralph Rosato persuaded the City Commission on Sept. 11 to approve a resolution asking the administration to play a coordinating role in completing the so-called "Miami Loop," a county‑wide network of trails and greenways that supporters say would connect existing projects such as the Underline and Ludlam Trail.
Rosato told commissioners the Loop is an opportunity to connect multiple recreation corridors so they function as a continuous system, asking the administration to help resolve complications "so that a more defined and safer route is finished so that each of these things is connected." Meg Daley of Friends of the Underline and Julius Cleckley said the Loop would link 10‑mile and other regional segments and bring health, economic and mobility benefits. "The Underline is something that is a significant project and a fantastic asset for the city of Miami," Julius Cleckley said.
The resolution directs city staff to take a leadership role in coordinating segments within the city, clarify outstanding routing questions and help move projects forward more expeditiously. Commissioners signaled broad support during discussion; the measure passed as amended with cosponsors. Supporters at the meeting argued the Loop would improve walking and biking options, reduce congestion and expand access to jobs and parks across the city and neighboring municipalities.
Commissioners said next steps include staff briefings and coordination with adjacent cities and local trail organizations to identify specific segments and funding needs. The commission approved the resolution after public commenters who had been part of an earlier agenda block — including Underline proponents and regional mayors — urged action.
