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Acceptance of State Grant for Cutler Bay Bike and Pedestrian Improvements

Original title: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING A GRANT FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT); APPROVING THE LOCAL AGENCY PROGRAM (LAP) AGREEMENT FDOT FOR THE BIKE/PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORIZATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

September 18, 2019

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The Frame

What this does

This secures state funding for local infrastructure projects, specifically targeting the construction or upgrade of facilities for cyclists and pedestrians within Cutler Bay.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Cutler Bay residents

Residents will see changes to local bike and pedestrian infrastructure as a result of the funded project.

Florida Department of Transportation

The agency is providing grant funds and entering into a formal agreement to oversee the project's compliance with state standards.

What changed

Last recorded activity September 18, 2019.

What's next

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Summary

The Town of Cutler Bay has formally accepted a grant from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to fund local bike and pedestrian facility improvements. This authorizes the town to enter into a agreement with the state to manage the project.

Key Facts

The Town of Cutler Bay officially accepted a grant from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
The Town Council approved a Local Agency Program (LAP) agreement with FDOT.
The project is designated for bike and pedestrian facility improvements.
The resolution authorizes town officials to execute the agreement.
The resolution was introduced on September 9, 2019.
The resolution status is recorded as 'Passed'.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Local Agency Program (LAP)?

The LAP is a program that allows local agencies, like the Town of Cutler Bay, to use state or federal transportation funds to deliver transportation projects.

What will the money be used for?

The funds are specifically allocated for bike and pedestrian facility improvements within the town.

Why It Matters

This secures state funding for local infrastructure projects, specifically targeting the construction or upgrade of facilities for cyclists and pedestrians within Cutler Bay.

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Infrastructure Funding Strategy

The town is utilizing state-level Local Agency Program agreements to fund pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, indicating a reliance on state partnerships for non-vehicular transit improvements.

Town of Cutler Bay Florida Department of Transportation

Connected Entities

locationTown of Cutler Bay“The local government body accepting the grant and implementing the project.”Map →

organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“The state agency providing the grant funding.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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