Pedestrian and bicycle safety grant
Summary
A $67,873.82 FDOT grant would fund a public awareness and enforcement campaign for pedestrian and bicycle safety.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
$67,873.82 in grant funding; no local match stated.
Pedestrians and cyclists throughout the city.
Residents who rely on e-bikes as their only transportation, who would face more restrictions and limited bike infrastructure.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Commission CRA Board Meeting and Conference Meeting - Oct 6, 2026
The city is writing its first e-bike/scooter ordinance. Commissioners want devices banned from sidewalks and parks entirely, citing pedestrian safety, with registration, a $250/$500 fine structure and enforcement starting early 2027.
City Commission (Regular) - Sep 2, 2026
A $67,873.82 FDOT grant would fund a public awareness and enforcement campaign for pedestrian and bicycle safety.
City Commission (Regular) - Jun 2, 2026
The city banked $750,000 for road resurfacing, $392,000 for Vision Zero safety planning, and will chase up to $5 million more for the Riverside Park mobility project.
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