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F L0 <br />OF 3'.➢H <br />TO: <br />FROM: <br />DATE: <br />RE: <br />City of Sunny Isles Beach <br />18070 Collins Avenue <br />Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160 <br />(305) 947-0606 City Hall <br />(305) 949-3113 Fax <br />MEMORANDUM <br />Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners <br />Jerry Joseph, Commissioner <br />March 20, 2025 <br />Request for Florida Department of Transportation Consideration of Flashing <br />Crosswalk Installation at 196th Street and Collins Avenue <br />RECOMMENDATION: <br />Resolution is presented for your consideration. <br />REASONS: <br />In April 2023, the City Commission passed Resolution Number 2023-3499, expressing strong support for <br />a proposed traffic light and crosswalk at 196th Street and Collins Avenue. The resolution was submitted <br />to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for consideration. <br />FDOT conducted a study to evaluate the feasibility of the request, and in October 2024, the results <br />indicated that current traffic and pedestrian counts do not justify a traffic signal or crosswalk at this <br />location. In fact, the study showed a decline in foot traffic compared to previous assessments. <br />However, residents of Golden Gates are now advocating for a flashing crosswalk at 196th Street and <br />Collins Avenue to enhance pedestrian safety. This area serves families with children, seniors, and other <br />community members who rely on safe crossings. In response, the City is requesting that FDOT <br />reevaluate this location fora flashing crosswalkto improve pedestrian safety and accessibility. <br />ATTACHMENTS: <br />Resolution <br />Item Number: 9.K <br />175 <br />