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NewsMiami's Community NewspapersSeptember 3, 2026Miami-Dade

Palmetto Bay Vice Mayor discusses transportation charter amendment and complete streets projects

Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer and CITT Executive Director Javier A. Betancourt discuss the village's use of half-penny surtax funds and a proposed transportation charter amendment to improve local mobility. The conversation focuses on expanding non-car transit options, including complete streets, golf cart paths, and pedestrian safety.

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Why It Matters

The proposed transportation charter amendment and ongoing infrastructure projects like the 92nd Avenue project directly impact how Palmetto Bay residents travel and how local transportation tax dollars are allocated.

Key Facts

  • The Village of Palmetto Bay is utilizing half-penny surtax dollars for local mobility improvements.
  • A transportation charter amendment (Proposal 6) is currently under discussion.
  • The 92nd Avenue project is identified as a 'complete streets' initiative.
  • The village is prioritizing non-car transit options including golf carts, biking, and walking.
  • The initiative aims to address traffic congestion by providing alternatives to roadway expansion.
  • The project includes efforts to improve safety for children traveling to school and support aging in place.

Who's Mentioned

personJavier A. Betancourt“Executive Director of the Citizens Independent Transportation Trust”personMark Merwitzer“Vice Mayor of the Village of Palmetto Bay”locationVillage of Palmetto Bay“Local municipality in Miami-Dade County”organizationCitizens Independent Transportation Trust“Organization managing transportation surtax funds”