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Read. Follow. Verify.Approval of $1 Million State Grant for Las Olas Boulevard Safety and Accessibility Upgrades
Record date · May 5, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The city has approved a $1 million grant agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation to fund safety and accessibility improvements on Las Olas Boulevard. The project focuses on the western corridor between Andrews Avenue and SE 17th Avenue.
This resolution secures $1 million in state funding to upgrade pedestrian safety and ADA-compliant infrastructure along a major commercial and transit corridor in Commission District 4.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Residents of Commission District 4
Residents in this district will see infrastructure and accessibility changes along the specified corridor of Las Olas Boulevard.
Florida Department of Transportation
The agency is the grantor providing $1 million in state funds for the project.
Key Facts
- The city approved a $1,000,000 grant agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation.
- Funds are designated for safety improvements and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades.
- The project area is the western corridor of Las Olas Boulevard.
- The specific project boundaries are from Andrews Avenue to SE 17 Avenue.
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- The project is located within Commission District 4.
- The resolution is filed under number 26-0404.
- The resolution was introduced on April 7, 2026.
- The status of the resolution is PASSED.
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