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Funding Approved for Pedestrian Safety Improvements on Park and Margaret Streets

Original title: ORD Approp $171,364.00 in Supplemental Grant Funds from the FDOT to Prov Reimb to the City for the Funding of Construction & Construction Oversight of the Pedestrian Safety Improvements on Park St & Margaret St from Riverside Ave to the I-95 Ramps; Amend the 26-30 5-Yr CIP Appvd by Ord 2025-505-E to Reflect This Approp of Funds; Prov for Oversight by the Engineering & Construction Mgmt Div of the Public Works Dept (B.T. 26-007) (Dillard) (Req of Mayor) 10/14/25 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, TEU, F 10/20/25 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer 10/21/25 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer 10/21/25 F Read 2nd & Rerefer 10/28/25 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer 11/3/25 NCSPHS Amend/Approve 7-0 11/4/25 TEU Amend/Approve 6-0 11/4/25 F Amend/Approve 7-0 11/12/25 CO Amend/Approve 17-0 Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 10/28/25

Record date · November 12, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The City Council has approved an ordinance to accept $171,364 in funds from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). These funds will reimburse the city for construction and oversight costs related to pedestrian safety upgrades on Park Street and Margaret Street, between Riverside Avenue and the I-95 ramps.

Why it matters

This ordinance authorizes the city to spend $171,364 in state grant money to improve pedestrian safety infrastructure on two major local streets, requiring an update to the city's five-year capital improvement plan.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Residents of the Riverside area

Local residents will experience construction activity and subsequent changes to pedestrian infrastructure on Park and Margaret Streets.

Directly affected

Public Works Department

The Engineering & Construction Management Division is tasked with the oversight and management of the safety improvement project.

Key Facts

  • The City Council approved the appropriation of $171,364 in supplemental grant funds from the FDOT.
  • The funds are designated for construction and construction oversight of pedestrian safety improvements.
  • The project area covers Park Street and Margaret Street, from Riverside Avenue to the I-95 ramps.
  • The city's 2026-2030 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is amended to reflect this funding.
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  • The Engineering & Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department is assigned oversight of the project.
  • The ordinance was enacted following a 17-0 vote by the City Council on November 12, 2025.
  • The ordinance was introduced on October 14, 2025, and underwent review by the NCSPHS, TEU, and Finance committees.
  • A public hearing was held on October 28, 2025, pursuant to Chapter 166, F.S. and Council Rule 3.601.

Frequently Asked Questions

What streets will see pedestrian safety improvements?
The improvements will take place on Park Street and Margaret Street, specifically the stretch between Riverside Avenue and the I-95 ramps.
Where is the money for this project coming from?
The project is funded by $171,364 in funds provided by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
Who is in charge of the construction work?
The Engineering & Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department is responsible for the oversight of the project.

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CIP Amendment

The ordinance explicitly amends the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, indicating that this project was not originally slated in the primary budget approved by Ord 2025-505-E.

2025-505-E

Connected Entities

Engineering & Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department, Dillard, Florida Department of Transportation
OrganizationEngineering & Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department“Responsible for oversight of the construction project.”Map →
PersonDillard“Council member associated with the ordinance.”Map →
OrganizationFlorida Department of Transportation“Source of the $171,364 supplemental grant funds.”Map →

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