Las Olas mobility project funding
Summary
FDOT plans to start the Las Olas Bridge rehab the week of March 23, right in the middle of spring break. City staff is pushing FDOT to hold off on lane impacts until after April 17; a public meeting is set for March 12.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
$19.3M corridor cost against roughly $2M on hand so far.
Commuters and beach visitors if lane impacts are delayed past spring break.
Beach businesses and residents face traffic disruption if the work proceeds during spring break.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Commission (Regular) - Feb 17, 2026
FDOT plans to start the Las Olas Bridge rehab the week of March 23, right in the middle of spring break. City staff is pushing FDOT to hold off on lane impacts until after April 17; a public meeting is set for March 12.
CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP - Commission Prioritization Workshop - Jan 13, 2026
The shops segment needs $7.5-10 million; the full western corridor $19.3 million. Only $2 million is secured so far — a BUILD grant application goes to DOT in late February, plus $3 million in surtax match. Trees-vs-median debate returns January 20.
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