21st Avenue traffic and west-side circulation
Summary
Residents feared the city might reopen the gate at 21st Avenue to connect the neighborhood to Powerline Road, citing a past child fatality, cut-through traffic, and safety concerns. Staff confirmed no such plan exists and agreed to notify residents if the topic ever comes up.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Neighborhood residents on Northwest 38th Street, who keep their quiet, gated street closed to cut-through traffic.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Commission Meeting - Jun 3, 2026
Speakers begged for a traffic light at 28th Street and speed humps on 21st Avenue south of Oakland Park Boulevard, where residents wait minutes to pull out and speeds are dangerous. The mayor directed staff to pursue both, though the road belongs to Broward County.
Planning and Zoning Board Meeting - Apr 20, 2026
Residents feared the city might reopen the gate at 21st Avenue to connect the neighborhood to Powerline Road, citing a past child fatality, cut-through traffic, and safety concerns. Staff confirmed no such plan exists and agreed to notify residents if the topic ever comes up.
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