North Tamiami Trail construction hurting businesses
Summary
A café owner says the water-main construction has cut his business by half and he may close — and lose his E-2 investor visa. Staff have posted 'businesses open' signs and the deputy city manager will meet with him.
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Owner reports roughly $50,000-plus in losses; the water main replacement is a necessary City capital project.
Long-term: all corridor residents and businesses once the 50-70-year-old water main is replaced.
Businesses along the construction corridor, especially those caught between project phases.
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