HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 2025-3812RESOLUTION NO. 2025
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH,
FLORIDA, REQUESTING THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO
INSTALL A FLASHING CROSSWALK ON 196 STREET AND COLLINS AVENUE;
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO DISTRIBUTE COPIES OF THIS RESOLUTION;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO
EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Sunny Isles Beach (the "City") recognizes its responsibility to protect
the health and safety of its residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the City wants to ensure that residents and visitors alike are able to walk, jog,
bicycle, skateboard, or use other modes of transportation safely throughout the City; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of the City's efforts to promote mobility safety, City
Commission finds that a flashing crosswalk on 196th Street and Collins Avenue ("Intersection")
will protect the public welfare; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of its residents and visitors,
including those of our neighboring community of the Town of Golden Beach, to have a safe
Intersection;
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that it is in the best interest of its residents and
visitors to request the installation of a flashing crosswalk at the Intersection.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SUNNY
ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Requesting Installation of a Flashing Crosswalk. The City Commission hereby
supports a proposed traffic light and crosswalk at 196th Street and Collins Avenue.
Section 2. Directions to the City Clerk. The City Clerk is hereby directed to distribute copies
of this Resolution to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Section 3. Authorization of City Manager. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do all
things necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become eff96ive\upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on this 20' day qfl Marcly, 2025.
Larisa Svechin, Mayor
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ATTEST:
MauriciolBetancur, qMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM
AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
ain E. Boileau, P.A., for Nabors,
Giblin & Nickerson, City Attorney
Moved by: O '� Seconded by:
Vote:
Mayor Svechin
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(Yes)
(No)
Vice Mayor Lama
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(Yes)
(No)
Commissioner Joseph
(Yes)
(No)
Commissioner Stuyvesant
(Yes)
(No)
Commissioner Viscarra
(Yes)
(No)
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TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
City of Sunny Isles Beach
18070 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
(305) 947-0606 City Hall
(305) 949-3113 Fax
MEMORANDUM
Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
Jerry Joseph, Commissioner
March 20, 2025
Request for Florida Department of Transportation Consideration of Flashing
Crosswalk Installation at 196th Street and Collins Avenue
RECOMMENDATION:
Resolution is presented for your consideration.
REASONS:
In April 2023, the City Commission passed Resolution Number 2023-3499, expressing strong support for
a proposed traffic light and crosswalk at 196th Street and Collins Avenue. The resolution was submitted
to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for consideration.
FDOT conducted a study to evaluate the feasibility of the request, and in October 2024, the results
indicated that current traffic and pedestrian counts do not justify a traffic signal or crosswalk at this
location. In fact, the study showed a decline in foot traffic compared to previous assessments.
However, residents of Golden Gates are now advocating for a flashing crosswalk at 196th Street and
Collins Avenue to enhance pedestrian safety. This area serves families with children, seniors, and other
community members who rely on safe crossings. In response, the City is requesting that FDOT
reevaluate this location fora flashing crosswalkto improve pedestrian safety and accessibility.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Item Number: 9.K
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