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What This Bill Does
The Key Biscayne Village Council held a workshop to discuss the proposed master plan for moving utility lines underground. The meeting included presentations on project goals, potential funding methods, and a timeline for completion by 2026.
The village is considering a major infrastructure project that may be funded through a General Obligation Bond, debt, increases, or s, directly impacting resident property taxes or utility fees.
Who It Affects
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Key Biscayne residents
Residents may face changes in property taxes or utility fees depending on the chosen funding structure for the project.
Florida Power & Light
The utility provider is involved in the planning and execution of the proposed undergrounding project.
Key Facts
- The proposed undergrounding utility project has an estimated completion date of 2026.
- Potential funding options discussed include a General Obligation Bond (GOB), debt, millage rate increases, and special assessments.
- The project master plan includes segments on phasing, risk assessment, transportation management, and public outreach.
- The workshop compared the hardening of existing utility lines versus full undergrounding.
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- The project aims to address utility reliability, safety, and aesthetics.
- The Village Manager presented a comparison of probable costs and financing scenarios.
- The workshop was held on February 19, 2019, at 560 Crandon Boulevard.
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Infrastructure Modernization
The village is actively evaluating a transition from traditional overhead utility lines to underground infrastructure, a significant shift in long-term capital planning.
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