Lower Keys transit expansion
Summary
Key West may cut back its Stock Island bus route, leaving one stop near US 1 and Third Street. County staff say TDC bed-tax dollars can't legally fund general transit; the board agreed to monitor rather than commit the $300,000 Key West requested.
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Last discussed Sep 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Key West has asked the county for $300,000 for FY27 — not currently in the budget.
County taxpayers who don't want new spending; Stock Island residents who depend on the bus would benefit if the county contributes.
Stock Island workers could face longer walks to a single bus stop if Key West's cuts take effect.
Mentions & discussions (2)
BUDGET MEETING - Sep 9, 2026
Key West may cut back its Stock Island bus route, leaving one stop near US 1 and Third Street. County staff say TDC bed-tax dollars can't legally fund general transit; the board agreed to monitor rather than commit the $300,000 Key West requested.
MONROE COUNTY BUDGET MEETING - Jul 14, 2026
Key West offered to expand the Lower Keys shuttle for $128,700–$180,000 a year, but commissioners said no to raising taxes for it until ridership data backs up the demand.
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