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Economic Impact of Parking Policy
Options 1986
Conducted for the
Miami
Downtown Development Authority's Parking Task Force to
present a summary evaluation of the economic impact of
recommended parking policy alternatives for downtown
Miami. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Effects of Transportation Plan
Development on Minority and Impoverished Urban
Communities 1998
Conducted for the
University of
South Florida
(USF) to determine the effects of the transportation
plan on minorities and impoverished urban communities.
Contact Elizabeth
Rockwell at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transportation Financial
Analyses and Assessments Study 1997
This study addresses
the process in Miami-Dade County that leads to
fundamental decisions about which transportation
projects are implemented, the manner and sequential
order in which they are implemented and the structuring
of funding and financing of these projects. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Welfare to Work: Transportation Issues
and Opportunities in Miami-Dade County 1998
The main purpose of this study was
to compile basic information concerning welfare
recipients in Miami-Dade County who were eligible for
the Work and Gain Economic Self-Sufficiency (WAGES)
Program. Contact
Elizabeth Rockwell at 305.375.4507 for complete
details.
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Central Dade Transport Zone Study 2007
This study looks at upgrading the
infrastructure along the Miami River,
Miami
International Airport, the
FEC Rail Yard,
the Warehouse District, the Free-Trade Zone and look at
expansion of road facilities throughout the district. Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
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Comprehensive Parking Study for
Freight Transport in Miami-Dade County Study 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- The budgeted cost is approximately
$65,000.
- STATUS: General
Planning Consultant (GPC) to be selected.
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CSX Corridor Evaluation Study 2008
ONGOING.
This study will evaluate the
feasibility of re-directing rail freight traffic outside
the urbanized Kendall area and examine various concepts
to introduce rapid transit service along the CSX rail
corridors south of the Oleander Junction. Contact Wilson Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
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Freight Movement Study 1996
Review assumptions made in the original
Freight Movement Study concerning trucks and surface
freight movement in the MPO's urban area travel model;
review the status of recommendations made in the
original study; investigate how e-business affects local
area freight movement; and reestablish the
Freight
Transportation Advisory Committee (FTAC). Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami-Dade Freight Plan 2007
The
objective of this study is to develop a freight master
plan that will feed projects into the
Long Range
Transportation Plan. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Port of Miami City Street Improvements
2000
Also known as
Seaport Truck Study.
This study evaluated existing truck traffic
movement in and out of the seaport and recommend
alternatives to improve mobility within the downtown
area. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Port of Miami Freight Access Study
2006
Evaluate a variety of
intermodal alternatives for improving freight access to
and from the
Port of Miami. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Railroad Rights-Of-Way Assessment
Study 1993
This
study would create an inventory of all railroads in
Miami-Dade County; examine for potential use in public
transportation; and develop recommendations for
particular corridors to be studied in detail. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Regional Freight Plan
2008
ONGOING.
This study will analyze existing and new data and, in
conjunction with the regional visioning process, develop
a regional freight strategy and make implementation
recommendations. Expected completion is December 2009. Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started in May 2008.
- Work by
Kimley-Horn & Associates (via
FDOT).
- The approximate cost is $33,000 (the MPO's
share of a tri-regional effort totaling
$198,791).
- STATUS: 95%
complete.
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Short Range Truck Traffic Study for
the Airport West Area 2002
Develop a set of standards and an
implementation plan to better accommodate truck traffic
and commercial truckers needs in the Airport West area.
Contact Larry
Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Trends in Heavy Truck Traffic
Management Study 2003
This study will research
current trends in the management of such heavy truck
traffic in major metropolitan areas to see what
approaches work best to reduce motorists’ concerns while
maintaining the flow of goods and services. Two freight
and trucking-oriented studies have been previously
conducted. The main focus was not on specifics of heavy
truck operations on expressways and major arterials.
Contact Larry
Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Truck Route System for Miami-Dade
County 2006
It's task was to identify current and future
corridors for heavy truck traffic and to preserve
roadways for such vehicles by designating them as truck
routes. Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Development of a Service Plan for
Waterborne Transportation Services in Miami-Dade County
2004
This study would develop a water transit
service plan that would offer alternatives to local
commuters driving single occupant private automobiles,
and provide viable and attractive mobility options for
visitors. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Feasibility of Utilizing Miami-Dade
County Waterways for Urban Commuter Travel 2002
This study assesses the feasibility of
using the existing waterways within the Urban Growth
Boundary of Miami-Dade County for commuter travel.
Contact David
Henderson at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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107th Avenue Pedestrian and Transit
Greenways Corridor Study 2002
Explore
the construction of a pedestrian transit greenway along
107th avenue from Flagler Street to SW 8th Street, in
the
City of Sweetwater. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Automated Bicycle Rental System and
Parking Plan 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- The budgeted cost is
approximately $55,000.
- STATUS:
General Planning Consultants (GPC)
to be selected. (October
2009)
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Bay Harbor Islands Pedestrian and
Bicycle Master Plan 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact Larry
Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- Work by
the
Town of Bay Harbor Islands.
- The budgeted cost is $18,665.
- STATUS:
Pending contract negotiation.
(October 2009)
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Bicycle/Pedestrian Mobility Plan for
the Miami Downtown Development Authority 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for
complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- The budgeted cost is
approximately $60,000.
- STATUS:
General Planning Consultant (GPC) to
be selected. (October 2009)
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Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan Update 2007
ONGOING. This will prepare an update to the MPO’s Bicycle and Pedestrian plans including a vision,
measurable goals and objectives, long range element and
short range element. Topics include on- and off-road
networks, prioritized pavement and trail projects, bike
parking, Bike & Ride, safe routes to school, municipal
coordination, encouragement and safety. Contact David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for
complete details.
- Started in September 2007.
Expected completion was October
2008.
- Work by
Gannett Fleming.
- The budgeted cost is $98,711.
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Bicycle and Pedestrian Traffic Count
Program 2006
Provide information on the
current usage of bicycling and walking at selected
locations around the county for use in identifying and
prioritizing improvements, performing “before-and-after”
evaluations of programs and facilities and provide a
baseline to monitor long-term trends. Contact
David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Bicycle Boulevard Planning Study 2009
ONGOING.
This study will
look at ways to improve conditions for bicycling through
the development of “bicycle boulevards” within the
county. Contact
David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Started December 2008.
Expected completion was
October 2009.
- Work by
Kimley-Horn & Associates.
- The budgeted cost is
approximately $85,000.
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Bicycle Facilities Plan 1997
The plan examined existing roadway
conditions relating to bicycle travel and proposed a set
of improvements of both on- and off-road facilities to
incorporate into the TIP. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Completed in 1997.
- Work by Barton-Aschman Associates.
- Download the
Executive Summary.
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Bicycle Parking Plan for Miami-Dade
Transit 2002
The purpose of this study was to develop
recommendations for new and improved bicycle parking
facilities at
Miami-Dade Transit
Metrorail stations,
park-and-ride lots and other transit hubs. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Bicycle Project Feasibility Evaluation
2003
This study (Work Order
No. GPC11-02) was to evaluate seven high-priority
bicycle project through Miami-Dade County: the
Commodore, Bird Road, NW 11th Street, Palm Avenue, Red
Road, North Federal Highway, and M-Path trails. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Bicycle Safety Education Program 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- Work by
University of Miami.
- The budgeted cost is approximately $50,000.
- STATUS: Pending contract
negotiation. (October 2009)
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Bicycle Safety Program Plan
This study used Pedestrian and Bicycle
Crash Analysis Tool (PBCAT) software developed for the
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to identify common
crash types occurring at locations throughout the County
and develop countermeasures to address the same. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Bikes-on-Bus Service Delivery in Dade
County Study 1995
The purpose of this study was to
determine how a bike-on-bus program for Dade County can
enhance transit service and to identify ways to make
such a program successful and efficient. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Black Creek Trail Segment B Study 2006
Complete a feasibility and
planning study to develop a single non-motorized
multi-use trail and linear park for "Segment B" within
the right-of-way along Black Creek Canal. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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City of North Miami Beach Pedestrian &
Bicycle Safety Analysis Study 2004
This study lays the
groundwork for a network of trails and bikeways in
North Miami Beach, including the existing Snake Creek Trail.
Contact David
Henderson at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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City of North Miami Beach
Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety Study 2007
This study focuses on the intersection of
SR-826/NE 163rd Street and US-5/US1 (Biscayne Boulevard)
upon the request of the
City of North Miami Beach.
Contact David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for complete
details.
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City of North Miami Bike, Park and
Ride Study 2007
Formerly called
North Miami Bicycle Parking and
Transit Circulator Feasibility Study. This will
complete a comprehensive bicycle planning and transit
circulator feasibility study to provide better bicycle
facilities and identify strategies that will create
greater connectivity between bicycle and public transit
systems. Contact
David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for
complete details.
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City of South Miami US-1 Pedestrian
Overpass Study 2000
Completed by
McHarry Associates.
Investigate and document the potential locations and
configurations for a pedestrian overpass across US-1
(South Dixie Highway). Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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City of Sunny Isles Bridge to Link a
Pedestrian/Bicycle Greenway Study 2003
Sunny
Isles Bridge to Link a Pedestrian/Bicycle Greenway on
North Bay Road at NE 172 Street. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Civic Center TMO Commuter
Characteristics Study 1994
This study's main purpose
was to investigate current pedestrian activities within
the Civic Center area and to develop a Pedestrian
Amenities Plan. This plan included safety issues that
were also addressed in the plan. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Civic Center TMO Pedestrian Amenities
and Safety Study
To identify travel characteristics of employees,
students, and visitors in the Civic Center area, locate
transportation facilities within the area, develop a
commuter characteristics data file, and prepare an
action plan to implement short and long term TDM
strategies. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Work by Barton-Aschman Associates.
- Please
visit our office to view or receive a copy
of this report.
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Dadeland Regional Activity Center
Study 1997
The objective of this study is to
develop a set of planning activities to be implemented
for improving mobility in the Dadeland Regional Activity
Center area. Contact
Susan Schreiber
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Ludlam Trail Non-Motorized Corridor
Planning Environmental Study 2003
The Ludlam Trail is a
non-motorized transportation route through the county's
urban core, expanding the traveler’s transportation
options, enhancing the quality of life, and reducing
single-occupant automobiles. Running northward from
Dadeland North Metrorail Station to NW 12th
Street/Perimeter Road next to
MIA, it is 7 miles along
the FEC Railway parallel to and west of Ludlam Road/67th
Ave. Contact David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Metrorail M-Path Master Plan 2006
It addresses operational issues and
problem areas within the M-Path bicycle/pedestrian
corridor originally created in 1983. The corridor runs
from the Miami River to SW 67th Avenue along US-1 (South
Dixie Highway). Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Started August 2006 and completed July 2007.
- Performed by
Kimley-Horn & Associates.
- The approximate cost was $55,000.
- Download the
Executive Summary and
Final Report.
- RESULTS: $1.7 million of GOB and FTA funds
available in current year for design and
construction of recommended improvements. Project
management to be coordinated by CMO.
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Metropolitan Dade County Comprehensive
Bicycle Plan 1986
Identifies projects and strategies
to meet the most pressing needs of bicyclists in the
urban area. This plan represents the first major
planning effort addressing needed bicycling-related
improvements in Dade County since the publication of the
1972 Dade County Bikeways Plan. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Miami-Dade County Bicycle and Pedestrian
Facility Maintenance Program 2008
ONGOING. It's to develop a
comprehensive maintenance program to ensure the
longevity and safety of greenway trails within the
county. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Started in
December 2008.
Expected completion
was September 2009.
- Work by
Florida
International University.
- The
approximately cost
$80,000.
- STATUS:
70% complete.
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Miami-Dade Most Dangerous Locations
for Elderly Pedestrians 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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North Dade Greenways Master Plan 1997
To provide an
integrated system of connectors for cyclists, joggers,
equestrians, and pedestrians along more than 300 miles
of urban corridors. It will also seek to reconstruct
formerly connected landscapes and create new ecological
corridors among them. This landscape reconciliation will
provide a variety of recreational experiences within an
ecologically driven area. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Online Safe Routes to School Pilot
Program 2009
PENDING.
A description
of this study is forthcoming. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Study
schedule to
be
determined.
- Work by
Florida International University.
- The
budgeted cost
is
approximately $75,000.
- STATUS:
Pending
contract
negotiation.
(October
2009)
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Pedestrian Safety at Miami-Dade
Regional Parks Study 2009
ONGOING.
A description
of this study is forthcoming. Contact
David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for
complete details.
- Started in
May 2009.
Expected completion
is January 2010.
- Work by
David Plummer & Associates.
- The cost
is $56,496.
- STATUS:
25% complete.
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Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety Study 2007
ONGOING.
This study will document existing traffic operations
conditions and alternative modes of transportation (bus
transit, pedestrian ways, bicycle connections, etc.) at
NE 163rd Street and Biscayne Boulevard; and develop
feasible alternatives. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Started
October
2007.
Expected
completion
was
September
2008
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Work by the
City of North Miami Beach.
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The
projected
cost
is
approximately
$20,000.
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Rail Convertibility Study 2003
Also called
Rails to Trails; or
Converting Rails to Transit, Bike & Pedestrian
Facilities Study. This study will
provide a comprehensive assessment of abandoned and
underutilized rail right-of-way for potential public
transportation uses. Previous related work can be found
in the Railroad Rights-of-Way Assessment Study (1993).
Contact Wilson
Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Safe Routes to School Program Study
2003
To
identify and propose corrective measures on existing
student pedestrian safety hazards along designated Safe
Routes to School in selected high student pedestrian
crash areas. An existing Safe Routes to School Program
is in place, but has not been updated for several years.
Contact David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Safe Routes to School Program Study
2006
This would prepare “safe routes to
school” plans for elementary schools that identify a
safe route and infrastructure improvements within the
attendance boundary. Contact David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Safe Routes to School Program Study
2007
This
would prepare “safe routes to school” plans for
elementary schools that identify a safe route and
infrastructure improvements within the attendance
boundary. Contact David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Started in October 2007 and completed in July 2008.
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Work by
The
Corradino Group.
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The approximate cost was $55,000.
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Download the
Report.
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Safe Routes to School Program Study
2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Study schedule to be determined.
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Work by the
Village of Palmetto Bay.
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The budgeted cost is approximately $40,000.
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STATUS: Pending contract
negotiation. (October 2009)
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Senior High School Student Safety
Campaign 2008
ONGOING.
This study will develop a
student pedestrian and vehicular safety campaign program
targeting senior high school students. Contact David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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School Zone Traffic Congestion Study
2002
Study the alternatives for
transportation operations and design for improved access
and area traffic flow surrounding public schools.
Contact Larry
Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Snake Creek Bike Trail Planning and
Feasibility Study 2004
Formerly
Snake Creek Canal Bikeway Planning and Feasibility Study.
This study will plan for two segments of a
non-motorized trail within the Snake Creek canal
right-of-way. A portion contains the Snake Creek Bike
Path and will look at expanding the bike path to connect
similar facilities in
North Miami Beach and the proposed
Florida Turnpike greenway. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Started August 2004 and completed June 2005.
- Work by
Kimley-Horn & Associates.
- Download the
Final Report.
- RESULTS: $3.7 million programmed for design and
construction in fiscal years 2010-2012 (FM
#2512003).
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Snapper Creek Trail Segment A 2007
This study will help
establish ways to bring the existing trail up to current
standards for amenities and crossings safety, improve
access, and determine best side of canal for new trail
portions where needed. Contact David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for
complete details.
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Started July 2007 and completed March 2009. Expected
completion was August 2008.
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Work by
Kimley-Horn & Associates.
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The approximate cost was $55,000.
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STATUS: Awaiting final
report.
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South Beach Bicycle and Pedestrian
Study 1994
Work by Barton-Aschman Associates.
Undertaken as part of the MPO’s assistance to the South
Beach Transportation Management Association. The
traditional grid roadway system, high percentage of
recreational trips, parking demand, short trip
distances, extensive transit services and low income
employment are ideal for promoting programs to encourage
cycling and walking. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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South Dade Greenway Network Master
Plan 1994
Out of the chaos of Hurricane
Andrew, a community desire emerged to create a
comprehensive system of multi-purpose trails in South
Dade County that would provide scenic, recreational and
utilitarian corridors to be enjoyed by both residents
and visitors. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
- Completed in 1994.
- Work by The Redland Conservancy.
- Download the
Final Report.
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Traffic Calming for Pedestrians at
Miami-Dade Community College Wolfson Campus Study 2003
Pedestrian-oriented traffic calming
and mitigation study of the area adjacent to and
surrounding the downtown Wolfson campus of
Miami-Dade
College including mitigating car and truck traffic
impacts accessing the
Port of Miami and downtown
Miami.
Contact Larry
Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Village of Palmetto Bay Bicycle and
Pedestrian Master Plan 2008
It's objective is to create
a vision of non-motorized transportation within
Palmetto Bay boundaries.
Contact
David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for
complete details.
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Web-based Bicycle Route Planning Tool 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming.
Contact
David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for
complete details.
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Study schedule to be determined.
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Work by the
Florida
International University.
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The approximate cost was $50,000.
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STATUS: Pending contract
negotiation. (October 2009)
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Aesthetic Guidelines for
Transportation Projects in Miami-Dade County 2009
PENDING. Develop a set of
countywide aesthetic guidelines and best practices to
assist transportation agencies, project managers and
consultants, as to how aesthetics can be incorporated
into transportation projects. Study schedule to be
determined. Contact
Susan Schreiber
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- The approximate cost is $80,000.
- STATUS: Pending scope revision.
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Citizen's Guide to Transportation 2004
(also known as Pocket Guide)
Created by
FIU Metropolitan Center.
“On the Move... Miami-Dade
County’s Pocket Guide to Transportation” is the
citizen's guide that provides transportation information
to transit services, various highway services, bikes on
trains and buses, greenways, ParaTransit and small mass
transit services including vanpools, taxis, airport
shuttles, carpooling, etc., and the ports. Contact
Elizabeth Rockwell
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Citizen's Guide to Transportation 2007
(also known as Pocket Guide)
Created by
FIU Metropolitan Center.
“On the Move... Miami-Dade County’s Pocket Guide to
Transportation” is the citizen's guide that provides
transportation information to transit services, various
highway services, bikes on trains and buses, greenways, ParaTransit and small mass transit services including
vanpools, taxis, airport shuttles, carpooling, etc., and
the ports. Contact
Elizabeth Rockwell at 305.375.4507 for complete
details.
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Community Characteristics Project
Phase V 2008
This involves the creation of a web-based application
that enables transportation planners and public
involvement offices (PIOs) to create an effective PI
program and accomplish stated Title VI goals that will
ultimately allow the identification of the attitudes and
issues facing that particular community. Contact
Elizabeth Rockwell
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Integrated Transportation Information
System 2009
ONGOING.
Formerly known as Community
Characteristics Project Phase VI. The objective is to review the social, economic, and
geographic characteristics of an area before public
involvement (PI) outreach is initiated. Contact
Elizabeth Rockwell
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Public Involvement Effectiveness
Evaluation Program 2001
The
purpose of this study was to establish an evaluation
program that can measure the effectiveness of the
Miami-Dade MPO Public Involvement Program. The MPO Board
approved and incorporated the program as part of the
Miami-Dade Prospectus for Transportation. Innovative
strategies were included as part of the plan that was
fully endorsed by the
Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA). Contact
Elizabeth Rockwell at 305.375.4507 for complete
details.
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Sociocultural Effects Program 2003
Formerly
Community Impact Assessment Program. Studied from
July 2003 to April 2005 (in two phases) by
FIU Metropolitan Center;
FIU GIS RS Center; and Urbana
Research and Consulting, Inc. Connected to the
Community
Characteristics Project (CCP). The CCP is a tool which
enables the Public Involvement Office (PIO) to review
the social, economic, and geographic characteristics of
an area before public involvement (PI) outreach is
initiated. Phase I is a rudimentary web-based program
utilizing
ArcExplorer (shareware); while Phase II is
program customized with added functionalities for a
customer friendly environment. Contact
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79th Street Corridor Neighborhood
Initiative 2002
Also
called
79th Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan
or
79th Street Corridor Urban Study. To transform the portion of the 79th
Street between NW 22nd Avenue and NW 42nd Avenue into a
cohesive neighborhood. This includes a mixed-use transit
oriented development, dedicated bus facilities, a
kiss-and-ride facility, parking and the relocation of
the
Amtrak
station, and a redevelopment of the Northside Shopping
Center. The work was directed by the 79th Street
Corridor Neighborhood Initiative, a partnership of
non-profit economic development agencies. Contact
Susan Schreiber
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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City of Doral Transportation Master
Plan 2005
This report identified
existing and future multi-modal transportation
deficiencies and establish a program of transportation
improvements in the
City of Doral. Contact
Oscar Camejo at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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City of Doral Transportation Master
Plan Update 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
Oscar Camejo at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- Work by the
City of Doral.
- Budgeted cost is approximately $40,000.
- STATUS: Pending contract
negotiation.
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City of Homestead Downtown Area Transportation Plan
Update 2003
Updates the 1997 Homestead Traffic and
Mobility Study, to resolve numerous transportation
planning issues in
Homestead's congested urban core.
Specific measures to alleviate congestion have been
recommended, but consensus has not been reached on
methods of traffic calming, location for truck routes
within the historic district, and bicycle lane placement
vs. parking needs. Also, new transportation planning
projects such as the Urban Transit Village and the new busway stop locations need to be incorporated in the
existing plan. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started November 2003 and completed December
2005.
- Please
visit our office to view or receive a copy
of this report.
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City of Miami Beach Municipal Mobility
Plan 1998
The establishment of a transportation
master plan for the
City of Miami Beach. Contact Amelia
Lopes-Johnson,
City of Miami Beach, at 305.673.7550 for
complete details.
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City of Miami Gardens Transportation Master
Plan 2004
This study will develop
Miami Gardens'
first transportation master plan as part of their
Comprehensive Development Master Plan. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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City of North Miami Beach Community
Mobility Program 2002
A logical extension of the S.R. 826 Study and City
Center Design Charrettes. It defines relationships
between previous studies and provides a detailed work
program for implementation. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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City of South Miami Hometown
Intermodal Transportation Study 2002
Reevaluate earlier
transit-related studies concerning the
City of South Miami central business district and immediate
surrounding area (Hometown District) and develop a
multimodal mobility plan. Contact
Susan Schreiber
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Coastal Communities Transportation
Master Plan 2006
Produce short-, mid- and long-term multimodal
solutions to transportation issues to the barrier island
communities. Study the existing and future sub-regional
transportation network through data collection, analysis
and public involvement. Develop a multimodal list of
projects and costs estimates. Prioritize projects into
an implementable 10-year plan. Contact
Wilson Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for more details.
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Coconut Grove Planning Study 1996
For
the development of a master plan for the Coconut Grove
area which preserves the historical background of this
community, reduce the negative impact of traffic flow,
improve parking conditions and enhance the landscaping
of the area. A review of land use policy and regulations
is also included. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started April 1996 and completed October 1997.
- Work by Andres Duany and Elizabeth Plater-Zybeck,
Architects, Inc.;
Carr Smith and Associates;
etc.
- Please
visit our office to view or receive a copy
of this report.
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Countywide Traffic Safety Program 2008
ONGOING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact David Henderson at 305.375.1647 for complete
details.
- Started January 2008. Expected
completion was December 2008.
- Work by the
University of Florida.
- The budgeted cost is approximately
$100,000.
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Cutler Bay Transportation Master Plan
2008
ONGOING.
Study the
existing and future conditions of the transportation
system within the
Town of Cutler Bay.
Contact Wilson
Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started September 2008. Expected
completion was April 2009.
- The approximate cost is
$100,000.
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Downtown Kendall Transportation Study
2002
This study
provides the
Miami-Dade Planning & Zoning
Department with documented information on the transportation
related impacts associated with modifying roads in the
Downtown Kendall Urban Center District. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Feasibility Study: Northside
Intermodal Terminal 1985
It recommends the construction of an
intermodal transportation facility with integrated
parking structure at the
Northside Metrorail Station.
The proposed terminal would accommodate major Metrobus
operations and a pedestrian overpass. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Golden Glades Multimodal
Transportation Facility Feasibility Study 1994
This study evaluates the feasibility of
different conceptual designs for developing a multimodal
facility at the Golden Glades Interchange, located in
north central Miami-Dade County. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Health District Comprehensive Traffic
Study 2008
This study would document the traffic
impacts of both the recent and forecast growth within
the Health District/Civic Center Area. Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
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Improving Regional Transportation
Planning 2009
PENDING. This study would document the traffic
impacts of both the recent and forecast growth within
the Health District/Civic Center Area. Contact
Susan Schreiber at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
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Kendall Drive Mobility Enhancement
Study 2002
This study was to develop improvement
alternatives for potential
FDOT and
MDT work programs
along Kendall Drive (SW 88th Street/SR94). Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Medley NW 116th Way Corridor Study
2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- Work by
the Town of Medley.
- The budgeted cost is $31,335.
- STATUS: Pending contract
negotiations. (October 2009)
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Miami Beach Intermodal Feasibility
Study 1999
Requested by the
City of Miami Beach to
perform an intermodal transit center feasibility study
for it's electric shuttle (ElectroWave). Contact
Susan Schreiber
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami Beach Master Plan for the 16th
Street Corridor Study 2004
ONGOING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started
September 2004.
Expected completion
during 2008.
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Miami Downtown Transportation Master
Plan 2001
Cooperatively funded by the
City of Miami, the MPO, and
FDOT. The DTMP will result in a
guide for the City and its transportation planning
partners in planning for the future downtown
transportation system, and provide help in evaluating
project proposals at operational levels, and to allow
periodic updates to the transportation master plan as
new development occurs. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami River Corridor Multimodal
Transportation Plan 2006
This plan identifies means
to increase safety and mobility of freight, pedestrians,
transit, and vehicular traffic in the historic Miami
River corridor. Contact
David Henderson
at 305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Miami Springs Mobility Master Plan
2004
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Completed January 2004.
- STATUS: Awaiting final
report.
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Palmetto Bay Transportation Master
Plan Study 2004
Palmetto Bay has adopted a master
planning strategy to identify its existing and future
transportation system deficiencies. It is expected that
thousands of homes will be developed to the south of the
city in the coming years. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Regional Long Range Transportation
Plan 2007
ONGOING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started
December 2007.
Expected
completion is
March 2010.
- Work by
Kittelson and Associates (via
FDOT).
- The
estimated cost
to the MPO is
approximately $150,000 (share of a tri-regional effort totaling
$450,000).
- STATUS:
85% complete.
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Town of Miami Lakes Transportation Master Plan
2004
This was to develop a plan
for the
Town of Miami Lakes to accommodate local
mobility needs. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transit Center Connections Study 2003
Also
called Connecting Traffic
Generators Study 2003. This study identifies
opportunities for improved intermodal connections and
develop a tool for easy access to information regarding
opportunities for such connections. The intermodal
connections or “Transit Centers” are defined as
transportation transfer points, providing access to
transportation services, multiple services or modes.
Contact Carlos Roa
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transportation Innovations in the 21st Century 2007
ONGOING. This study will develop a menu of
innovative cutting edge strategies for enhancing the
county's transportation system in order to meet current
and future transportation needs using strategies that
employ state-of the art concepts in the areas of land
use, safety, technology and environmental protection.
The November 2007 completion not reached due to a
scope revision, and remains ongoing. Contact
Jesus Guerra at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transportation System Hurricane Emergency
Preparedness Plan 1995
A review of the transportation
system during hurricane conditions. The results included
a full inventory of the county's traffic signals and
projected pre-storm evacuation roadway clearance times,
among other things. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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West Flagler Street Corridor Study
1997
Seek
solutions to mobility problems and promote
transportation modes other than single-occupancy
vehicles along West Flagler Street. Contact
Susan Schreiber
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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137th Avenue Corridor Study 2005
Feasibility of making SW 137th Avenue
into a major north/south corridor between the
City of
Homestead and central Miami-Dade County. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Access to SW 137th Avenue to and from
SR 874 Study
Feasibility of creating a
connection between SW 137th Avenue and State Road 874
also known as the Don Shula Expressway. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Adding Turbo Lanes to T-Intersections
Study 2009
ONGOING.
The objective of this study is to evaluate
T-intersections that can be converted to turbo lanes
within the county boundaries. Contact
Jesus Guerra at 305.375.1647 for complete
details.
- Started May 2009. Scheduled completion is January 2010.
- Work by
David Plummer & Associates.
- The budgeted cost
is approximately $83,000 including 10% for contingencies.
- STATUS: 70% complete.
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Arterial Grid Network Analysis 2006
intended to determine
whether improvements could be made to the grid system as
a long-term traffic congestion relief measure, rather
than stop-gap improvements that may slightly improve
traffic flow in one corridor while potentially
“shifting” the problem to a different corridor. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Arterial Investment Study: 107th
Avenue
In conjunction with
FDOT, a pilot
Arterial Investment Study for SW/NW 107th Avenue was
conducted to evaluate multimodal solutions. This study
was considered as a pre-PD&E study, which resulted in a
wide range of recommendations. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Bus-on-Shoulder Service Evaluation Study 2007
This study will evaluate
the operation of the “Bus on Shoulder” pilot
project implemented along SR-874 (Don Shula
Expressway) and SR-878 (Snapper Creek
Expressway). Contact Jesus Guerra at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
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Started September 2007 and completed January 2009.
Expected completion was July 2008.
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Work by Parson Transportation Group.
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The approximate cost was $70,000.
-
Download the
Executive Summary and
Final Report.
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City of North Miami Beach Fulford City Center
Geometric Roadway Design Study 2003
A look at creating a town center environment in an area
called Fulford City Center within the
City of North Miami Beach. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Congestion Intersection Improvement
Study Phase II 2006
Evaluate congested
intersections and recommend short-term traffic
operational improvements for alleviating traffic
congestion. Contact
Jesus Guerra at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
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Countywide High-Crash Location Safety
Study 2009
PENDING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- Work by Miami-Dade Public Works.
- The budgeted cost is approximately $75,000.
- STATUS: Pending contract
negotiation. (October 2009)
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Countywide Parking Policy Study for
Miami-Dade County 1999
This
phase is a very comprehensive study which includes a set
of recommended parking policies and strategies by area
of action, from coordination to enforcement. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Curtiss Parkway/NW 36 Street Traffic
Study 2005
A study to assess
the impact on traffic flow at the intersection of
Curtiss Parkway and NW 36th Street that would be caused
by the
City of Miami Springs' proposed redevelopment of
that area. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Flagler Street Reversible Flow Study
1992
This study would provide a
more in-depth analysis of the pros and cons of providing
reversible traffic flow on certain lanes of West Flagler
Street between 27th Avenue and the Palmetto Expressway.
Contact Jesus
Guerra at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Completed in May 1992.
- Work by Transport Analysis Professionals, Inc.
- Download the
Final Report.
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I-395 Alternatives Financial
Assessment Study 2002
The objectives were to
review the three alternatives to replace the existing
I-395 structure, develop two new potential alternatives
that can more effectively meet the objectives of the
stakeholders involved, and perform a financial analysis
to determine the financing necessary to implement the
recommended solution. The basic goal of this study is to
reach a consensus among
FDOT, the MPO, and the
City of Miami as to a viable alternative, which will allow
FDOT’s I-395 Project Development & Environment (PD&E)
study to recommence. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Indirect Left Turns Study 2007
This
study will address the potential of increasing
efficiency and capacity at major intersections in
Miami-Dade County through the elimination of left turns
and replacing them with right turn loops. Contact
Wilson Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Metro-Dade Road Pricing Study 1994
This studied if
the county's congestion could be mitigated through
creative pricing solutions that would provide motorists,
particularly single occupant vehicles (or SOV), with
financial incentives sufficient to alter their travel
behavior. Contact MPO
Staff at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Metropolitan Planning Organization
Congested Intersections Study 1999
This study was developed to support
the Resourceful Use of Streets and Highways (RUSH)
Program recommended in the Miami-Dade Congestion
Management System (CMS). A criteria was developed to
evaluate over 150 intersections. Traffic improvements
were recommended for 20 locations. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami Springs 36th Street District
Traffic Impact Study 2010
PENDING. Analyze impacts
on traffic in
Miami Springs
along NW 36th Street. Study schedule to be determined. Contact
Wilson Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for complete
details.
- The budgeted cost is approximately
$20,000.
- STATUS: Pending
consultant negotiation.
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Miami-Dade County Grade Separation
Feasibility Study 2004
This
study was created to assess if the concept of grade
separations and urban interchanges is viable or fatally
flawed for implementation on major city streets along
serving the main county travel corridors. These types of
roadway lanes will allow traffic to bypass sign and/or
signal-controlled intersections. The result is reduced
congestion by way of continual traffic flow through an
intersection akin to expressway interchanges. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami-Dade County Typical Roadway Section and Zoned
Right-of-Way Update Study 2007
To update typical streets section standards
through the County with special emphasis on the urban
centers and review countywide zoned right-of-ways
widths, and recommend revised zoned R-O-W for roadways
in the county. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Completed December 2007.
- Work by
Kimley-Horn & Associates.
- The approximate cost was $110,000.
- Download the
Workbook.
- RESULTS: Draft zoned R-O-W ordinance to be sent
to BCC via Department of Planning and Zoning.
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Miracle Mile Traffic Circulator Study
1993
This study described the
methods that were used to develop traffic and parking
improvements plan that would return Miracle Mile (City
of Coral Gables) to a more pedestrian oriented, shopping
friendly environment. Contact
Irma San Roman at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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NE Corridor Traffic Flow
Implementation Plan Study 2008
ONGOING.
This study will
implement the improvements specified by the
Northeast Miami-Dade Traffic Flow
Study 2006. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started in December 2008. Expected
completion was September 2009.
- Work by
Kimley-Horn & Associates.
- The approximate cost is $75,000.
- STATUS: 85%
complete.
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North Miami Beach US-1/NE 163rd Street Intersection
Study 2007
ONGOING.
A description
of this study is forthcoming. Contact Oscar Camejo at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
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North Ponce de Leon Boulevard Median
Evaluation 2002
Development of a raised median on Ponce de Leon Blvd.
between Alcazar Avenue and 8th Street in
Coral Gables.
It will review the capacities and service levels of the
existing street cross sections, crash-prone locations
and pedestrian movements. And evaluate the
City
of Coral Gables' transit circulator. Contact
Irma San Roman at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Northeast Miami-Dade Traffic Flow Study 2006
Improve
traffic flow along the Miami-Dade northeast corridor. It
will define improvements that would accommodate future
growth, protect and enhance mobility and economic
prosperity and quality of life within the study area. It
will also help municipalities identify areas of
congestion and provide options to relieve for the same.
Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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NW/NE 36th Street Study 2006
Evaluate traffic flow conditions along 36th
Street and adjacent areas. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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NW 7th Avenue Traffic and Pedestrians Study 2009
ONGOING.
A description
of this study is forthcoming. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started May 2009. Expected
completion is January 2010.
- Work by
The
Corradino Group.
- The budgeted cost is approximately
$90,000.
- STATUS: 75%
complete.
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Post Hurricane Short Range
Transportation Study 1995
It was created to define the
existing transportation conditions in the West
Miami-Dade Area. Recommendations were made to maintain
acceptable levels of service on roadways that improve
mobility options in the area. Improvements include short
and long term projects. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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South Dade Managed Lanes 2007
The objective of this study is
to identify reasonable alternatives for developing of
managed lanes in the right-of-way of the South Dade Busway
and to evaluate the revenue generating potential. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Special Use Lane Study 2004
Also called
Reversible Lanes. This study
makes a quick examination of freeway facilities and
major arterials that have the potential to accommodate
special use lanes, which could be reversible or could be
used by regular traffic, high-occupancy vehicles (HOV),
bus rapid transit, or some mixture of the three. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Special Use Lanes Study: Transit Use
of Shoulder By-Pass Lanes 2005
This study evaluates the condition of
the shoulders along the expressway system for allowing
transit buses to use it as a by-pass lane for traffic
congestion. Segments were identified, as appropriate and
an action plan was developed. A pilot project will be
implemented in phases. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Superarterial Network Study 1996
This study identifies corridors and improvements for
developing a superarterial network to alleviate existing
traffic congestion along the expressway system. Contact Larry
Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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SW 152nd Street Corridor
Transportation Study 2007
Identify alternatives for
improving traffic flow along SW 152nd Street, from US-1
to 162nd Avenue. Contact
Jesus Guerra at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Town of Medley NW South River Drive Corridor Study
2003
Also called
South River Drive
Corridor. This study was to provide
the
Town of Medley and the Miami-Dade MPO with
information on the existing conditions along NW South
River Drive, between NW 107th Avenue and the Palmetto
Expressway, and the need for improvements. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Town of Medley NW South River Drive Corridor Area
Expansion Study 2005
Also called
Medley, Phase II or
South River Drive Corridor II. This was created to investigate transportation
characteristics and deficiencies associated with the
Town of Medley's westernmost industrial area and its
interaction with SR-25. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Traffic Signs Research Study for
Miami-Dade County 2006
Evaluate a set of feasible alternatives
for improving withstanding capabilities, in the event of
a hurricane, of the street signs without making the
installation process more difficult. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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US-1 Intersection Improvements Study 2007
This study investigates the operational and safety needs
and improvement alternatives for 12 intersections along
US 1, between SW 72nd Avenue and SW 136th Street, on the
eastern boundary of the
Village of Pinecrest. Completion is
tentative on study presentation to committee. Contact
Oscar Camejo at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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US-1 Reversible Flow Lane Study 2006
Study the feasibility of
developing a master plan for the addition of two
reversible lanes along US 1 between I-95 and Bird Road.
Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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US-1/SR-878 Intersection Sub-Area
Traffic Study 2009
ONGOING.
A description of
this study is forthcoming. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started May 2009. Expected completion is
November 2009.
- Work by
David Plummer & Associates.
- The budgeted cost is approximately $62,000.
- STATUS: 70% complete.
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Westchester Traffic Impact Study 2007
The study will evaluate current
and future traffic conditions as a result of new
development and roadway improvements in the Westchester
area. The area is defined as: Palmetto Expressway to the
east, Krome Avenue to the west, S.R. 836 to the north,
and Miller Drive/SW 56th Street to the south. Contact
Wilson Fernandez at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Congestion Management Process (CMP)
Update 2009
ONGOING.
This study will
update the Congestion Management System (CMS) to reflect
the new Federal requirement established under
SAFETEA-LU.
This update will be incorporated in the 2035 LRTP, as a
planning tool, as recommended in the 2007 Miami-Dade MPO
Federal Certification. It was expected to end during May
2009, but is still ongoing. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started in September 2008.
- Work by
Gannett Fleming.
- The approximate cost is $79,439.
- STATUS: 90%
complete.
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Congestion Management System Update
Study 2003
This updates the CMS/MMP.
It also establishes a Study Advisory Committee and
web-based nationwide research regarding activities
conducted in other cities to alleviate traffic
congestion. Based on these findings,
Kimley-Horn developed criteria to determine the congested corridors
within the county, and identified strategies to improve
mobility there. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Feasibility of Implementing Tech
Centers in Miami-Dade County 2004
The
objective was to assess the feasibility of implementing
technology centers to alleviate traffic congestion as an
alternative means of maximizing the efficient use and
capacity of limited transportation recourses. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Fiber Optic Communications Concept
Plan for Miami-Dade County's Intelligent Transportation
Infrastructure 1998
Defining a
conceptual plan for establishing a fiber optic
communications network capable to support Miami-Dade
County's intelligent transportation system
infrastructure. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Integrated Transportation Management
System (ITMS) 1998
The ITMS is based on a GIS platform which incorporates
different data sources to generate reports, tables, maps
and graphics, as an excellent working tool in the
decision-making process. The ITMS includes the following
management systems: Congestion (CMS), Pavement (PMS),
Intermodal (IMS), Public Transportation (PTMS), Safety (SMS)
and the Traffic Monitoring System for Highways (TMS/H).
Contact Jesus
Guerra at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Intelligent Transportation System Plan
for Dade County 1996
Created to establish a general policy planning
process for ITS projects, and coordinate and integrate
all efforts conducted by different entities in the same
area. Contact Carlos
Roa at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Completed July 1996.
- Work by the MPO staff.
- Download the
Report.
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Intelligent Transportation System
(ITS) Plan Update for Miami-Dade County 1999
Indentifies ITS enabling
projects that are most critical in deployment of a
regional ITS system, as well as other ITS "enhancements"
to traditional transportation improvement projects and
services that are location specific. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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InteracTIP 2003
This endeavor automated the
annual development of the TIP. Emphasis was made on
improving consistency; making the TIP book more
user-friendly; creating special reports to answer
questions from the general public; facilitating the
analysis of the data; and providing easy access to
information by the public on the internet via
Miami-Dade's My Neighborhood website. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
Updates:
- 2007 update - Completed in July 2007. Resulted
in the InteracTIP 2008 website (defunct).
- 2008 update - Developed from January 2008 to
November 2008.
The approximate cost was $54,700. Resulted in the
InteracTIP 2009 website (defunct), and
InteracTIP MAPS website.
- 2009 update - ONGOING.
Started March 2009. Expected completion
January 2010. The approximately cost is $55,000. STATUS: 90%
complete. STATUS:
InteracTIP 2010 website.
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InteracTIP Project Tracking System 2010
PENDING.
The proposed system would supplement the on-line
capabilities of the InteracTIP
to allow users to see the status of projects that are in
previous TIPs. The
application would be integrated with the existing
InteracTIP process. It would
be capable of: 1) identifying capacity related
construction projects over $500,000 that appeared
programmed on the first year of the FY 2005
TIP and have yet to
begin deployment phases; 2) identifying a maximum of 30
projects to be included in this process that are still
pending for completion; 3) monitoring the status of the
selected projects on a quarterly basis or as determined
by the MPO project manager; and, 4) providing a tool for
listing the reasons for projects delay. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule
to be determined.
- The budgeted
cost is
approximately $58,000.
- STATUS:
General Planning
Consultant (GPC) to
be selected.
(October 2009)
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Interactive Transportation Information
Systems (Kiosk) 1997
To
provide better information to travelers in the trip
decision making process, in order to increase overall
mobility in the area. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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LeJeune Road Corridor Traffic Impact
Study 1996
A study
to identify and evaluate
potential low-cost improvements for the area defined by
LeJeune Road, South Royal Poinciana Boulevard, and NW
36th Street. Contact
Oscar Camejo at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Mobility Management Process/Congestion
Management System 1996
In compliance with
ISTEA, Miami-Dade County developed a
MMP/CMS for defining congested corridors and identifying
strategies for alleviating traffic congestion. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Model Validation to Cube Voyager 2007
To
review and validate the Miami-Dade County model,
currently under
FSUTMS and supported with TRANSPLAN, to
the new software engine of
FSUTMS called Cube Voyager.
Contact Larry
Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Opa-Locka Sound Barrier Alternatives
Study 2008
PENDING. This study will evaluate sound barrier
alternatives for alleviating noise conditions along the
South Florida rail corridor within the
City of
Opa-Locka. Contact Jesus
Guerra at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be
determined.
- Budgeted cost is
approximately $65,000.
- STATUS:
Pending funds
from
FDOT.
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Simulation and Analysis of Potential
Mass Evacuation of Miami-Dade Residents 2006
Requested by
CTAC in response to the mass
evacuation that followed Hurricane Katrina's impact on
New Orleans and Hurricane Rita's impact on Houston.
Contact Oscar Camejo
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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South Florida Clean Energy and
Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Program 2009
ONGOING. It will
accelerate the
growth and development of alternative fuel fleets, fuel
suppliers and awareness in the four county regions.
Contact
Susan Schreiber
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transportation Data Management System
(TDMS) 2001
Implement a flexible, expandable,
computer-based electronic MPO-resident relational
database to hold and husband transportation and
transportation-related data that will allow statistical,
temporal, and geographic analyses, and be capable of
report, tabular, graph, and map presentation of
information. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transportation System Performance Monitoring 2007
This study
would identify a series of performance measures that can
be collected on an annual basis to have a method of
tracking changes in the quality and level of service on
the transportation system. Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Update of the Miami-Dade County GIS
Crash Data System 2009
PENDING.
To update the crash data system with the 2009 Florida
Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles crash
data. Miami-Dade County receives data and scanned images
of crash reports on monthly basis. The
University of Florida (UF) team will obtain,
cleanse, standardize, map and upload the 2009 crash data
into the Miami-Dade crash data system. All crash data,
including bicycle and pedestrian, will be processed. In
addition, the
UF team will train county personnel in the
aforementioned processes as well as update the crash
data system with any new features that may be available
as system is improved. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Bay Link (Miami-Miami Beach
Transportation Corridor Study 2002)
This would study a double tracked,
street-level light rail alignment that would serve
downtown Miami, Watson Island, and the southern portion
of Miami Beach. Two rounds of public meetings (each)
were held separately in
Miami
and
Miami Beach. One to outline the system and the other
to get comments and concerns. Contact
Wilson Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for complete
details.
- Completed August 2004.
- Work by
Parsons
Brinckerhoff.
- Download the
Presentation to the MPO on July 29, 2004.
- RESULTS: Systems planning was completed October
2002. Alternatives Analysis/Draft Environmental
Impact Statement was done May 2003. A Locally
Preferred Alternative (LPA) was adopted by the MPO
on September 26, 2003. And PE/Final Environmental
Impact Statement was completed August 2004.
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Bus Rapid Transit Opportunities Study
2003
This project will explore the potential for implementing
relatively low-cost BRT service in the major and
secondary corridors and arterial streets that are
anticipated to have substantial bus service in place,
and to identify the most feasible types of BRT
improvements that can be made. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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City of Aventura Municipal Transit
Study 1998
The objective was to implement a
municipal public transit system to serve it's 3.2 square
mile area which was previously serviced by
Miami-Dade Transit,
Broward County Transit, and private shuttle
systems. The study would recommend a system with
universal access to all residents of the
City of
Aventura. Contact
Oscar Camejo at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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City of Coral Gables Circulator System
Study 1996
Investigate the feasibility of a
transit circulator along Ponce de Leon Boulevard
corridor which would provide connectivity to the
Downtown/Miracle Mile area, SW 8th Street, and the
Metrorail. Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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City of Hialeah Circulator Study 1997
The objective of this study was to
explore the feasibility of implementing a local bus
service for the
City of Hialeah. The service would be
coordinated with other public transportation providers
in the area. Additionally, the study included available
funding sources to implement the service. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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City of Miami Feasibility Study to
Implement Car-Sharing Programs 2009
PENDING.
Conduct a feasibility study to implement car-sharing
program in the City of Miami. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule is to be determined.
- Work may be performed by the
City of Miami
or a consultant or through the Miami-Dade
County's
Equitable Distribution Program (EDP).
- The approximate cost is $25,000.
- STATUS: Funding
not available. Conductor of study to be
determined. (November 2009)
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City of South Miami Trolley/Circulator
Feasibility Study 2006
Develop a plan for the
establishment of a pilot service program that would
integrate the
City of South Miami's trolley service with
other area shuttle and trolley services. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Coral Gables Trolley Route Expansion
Study 2005
Assess the feasibility of routes
that connect the
Coral Gables Trolley to the Flagler
Street corridor, the MacFarlane
Homestead Historic
District, the University of Miami, and the Riviera
Business District. And identify preliminary trolley
stops/spacing. Contact
Irma San Roman at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Countywide Park and Ride Facilities
Study 2009
PENDING.
A description
of this study is forthcoming. Contact Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule is to be determined.
- The budgeted cost is approximately $35,000.
- STATUS:
Equitable Distribution Program (EDP)
firm to be
selected. (October 2009)
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Doral Circulator Study 2006
Examined potential circulator transit in the
City of Doral by examining the existing service, the
population demographics of income and transit
dependency, as well as potential user groups. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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East West Corridor Study
The East-West Corridor is a
multimodal solution for severe traffic congestion along
SR 836, the only east-west expressway in central
Miami-Dade County. The project combines highway and
transit improvements, running along SR 836 and
connecting the
Florida
International University, the
Miami
Intermodal Center (MIC), downtown
Miami
and the
Port of Miami. The estimated cost is $1.7 billion. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Electric Transit Circulator
Feasibility Study 2000
Explored
possibilities and problems of implementing local transit
circulators that would run on electric or
hybrid-electric vehicles. Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Electrowave Shuttle Report 1998
This study summarized the
activities and results of the ELECTROWAVE shuttle
service implemented in the
Miami Beach area during 1998.
Contact Judy Evans, Miami Beach TMA Executive Director,
at 305.535.9160 for complete details.
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Evaluation of Miami-Dade Transit's
Trunk and Feeder Bus System Study 2009
PENDING.
The objective of this study is to evaluate the Trunk and
Feeder Bus System to be implemented by
Miami-Dade Transit (MDT). Contact Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- The budgeted cost is approximately $85,000.
- STATUS: On-hold until
February 2010, awaiting route changes by
MDT. (November
2009)
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Feasibility Study: A Public-Private
Partnership for Transit Vehicle Purchasing and Leasing
1998
Determine the feasibility of using
Miami-Dade Expressway Authority (MDX) funds to serve as
the local match for federal grants to purchase small
transit vehicles. These vehicles would then be leased to
private or public sector operators to provide additional
public transit services that would complement existing
transit services. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started in 1998.
- Download the
Report.
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Florida East Coast (FEC) Transit
Connection Study 2009
ONGOING.
This study will
provide a status report on recent developments and
evaluate the feasibility of implementing transit
services along
FEC corridor from
MIA to the Dadeland
area to complement a planned bicycle trail facility also
known as the Ludlam Trail project. Contact Wilson Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
- Started July 2008.
- Work by
Kimley-Horn & Associates.
- Expected completion was April 2009.
(Ongoing.)
- The approximate cost is $70,000.
- STATUS: 85%
complete.
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Hialeah Transit System Express Service
Feasibility Study 2009
PENDING.
A description
of this study is forthcoming. Contact Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Study schedule to be determined.
- Work by the City of Hialeah.
- STATUS:
Pending contract negotiation.
(October 2009)
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Hialeah Transit System Services And
Opportunities Study 2003
This study looked into improving
the
Hialeah Transit Service (HTS) and evaluating
performance of the newly implemented system and
recommending any adjustments. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Investigation of Alternative TMAs 1994
This study was conducted to investigate
alternative Transportation Management Associations (TMA)
whose programs were not solely employer-based. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started in 1994.
- Work by Barton-Aschman & Associates.
- Download the
Report via MetroNet, or
visit our office to view or receive a copy
of this report.
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Kendall-Link Alternatives Analysis
Study 2005
The study was a re-evaluation alternative analysis for
rapid transit improvements in the Kendall Corridor area
(along Kendall Drive/SW 88th Street from the Dadeland
area to SW 157th Avenue) connecting both to existing and
future Metrorail facilities in the Dadeland and FIU
areas. The study will lead to the selection of a locally
preferred alternative which will consist of rapid
transit improvements. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Local Municipal Transit Circulator
Policy Study 2002
The objectives of this
study are: 1) to develop a set of guidelines and
standards for implementing transit circulators; and 2)
to develop performance measures for evaluating
implemented transit circulators. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Locate Sites for Bus Shelter
Installations 2009
ONGOING.
Identify sites
suitable for the immediate installation of bus shelters.
Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started November 2008. Expected
completion was July 2009.
- Work by
David Plummer & Associates.
- The approximate cost was
$56,448.
- STATUS:
95% complete.
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Metrorail/Coconut Grove Connection
Study Phase II 2004
This study examines the
feasibility of implementing an exclusive right-of-way
transit connection between the
Metrorail line and the
Coconut Grove Village Center. It looks at possible
transit modes, local systems implemented or planned,
national and international research, and a comparative
analysis of transit alternatives for the project.
Contact Wilson
Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami Civic Center Circulator Study
2005
As part of an economic development plan
developed for the
City of Miami, this study would
determine the feasibility of a circulator system to
serve the Civic Center area. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami Civic Center Circulator Study
Phase II 2007
ONGOING.
As a continuation of Phase I, it will focus in more
detail on implementation, routes and cost estimates,
contractual management and operation options analysis,
and financing plan. Contact
Larry Foutz at 305.375.4507 for
complete details.
- Started in April 2007.
Expected completion was
December 2008.
- Work by The Corradino
Group and the
City of Miami's
Office of Grant
Administration.
- The approximate cost is
$48,000. Part of the
Municipal Grant
Program.
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Miami Gardens Circulator Feasibility
Study 2006
Develop a plan for the
establishment of a transit circulator service, in the
City of Miami Gardens, that would integrate with other
transit services in the community. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami Springs Transit System Service
and Opportunity Study 2004
This study was part of the
Municipal
Grant Program (MGP) to provide a factual basis for
decision-makers seeking to improve the quality of life
in the
City of Miami Springs via improved local transit.
Contact Jesus
Guerra at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Miami Surface Shuttle Services
Technical Assistance 2000
Evaluate the feasibility of implementing shuttle
services for the airport west and downtown
Miami areas.
Contact MPO Staff
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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North Miami Community Transit
Circulator Study 2000
An analysis of the
need and feasibility of public community transit
services using minibuses, integrated with existing
public and private transit services, to serve the
City of North Miami and neighboring areas. The provision of
coordinated community-level transit service supports the
major recommendation of the
Miami-Dade Transit’s 1995
Northeast Dade Transit Improvement Study. Contact
Oscar Camejo at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Opa-Locka Circulator/Transit
Improvement Feasibility Study 2008
ONGOING.
Develop a transit
system within the limits of the
City of Opa-Locka. Alternatives
should be developed considering different modes. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started in
December 2008.
Expected completion
was July 2009.
- Work by the
City of Opa-Locka.
- The approximate
cost is $70,000.
- STATUS:
50% complete.
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Palmetto Corridor Light Rail Transit
Feasibility Study 1996
Evaluating the feasibility of
implementing a light rail transit project along the
Palmetto Expressway (SR 826). Two alternatives were
considered: A)
Dadeland North Metrorail Station to SR
836 and then to the proposed MIC and; B) Dadeland North
Metrorail Station to
Okeechobee Metrorail Station along
the Palmetto Expressway. Alternative "A" was included
for consideration in the LRTP. Contact
Carlos Roa at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Service Enhancements to the Hialeah Transit System 2007
ONGOING. This study examines potential HTS
express transit service by examining the existing
service with the intention of providing services on less
congested roads on the periphery of the city and linking
key attractions and destinations. Contact
David Henderson at
305.375.1647 for complete details.
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Snapper Creek Park & Ride Feasibility
Study 1999
To assess the feasibility of
implementing a park and ride facility at the Snapper
Creek Service Plaza on
Florida's Turnpike. The
feasibility considerations include the demand for the
facility, and accessibility and operational impacts on
the
Turnpike and the Service Plaza. Contact Rafael De
Arazoza, of
FDOT, at 850.414.4100 for complete details.
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South Link (South Miami-Dade Transit
Corridor Study 2004)
An alternative analysis to develop
transportation improvements for the corridor that
stretches from the Dadeland South Metrorail Station to
Florida City. The focus was on those projects already
funded and under construction, in order to keep pace
with the rapid population growth and forecasted travel
needs for the South Miami-Dade area. Contact
Wilson Fernandez
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Town of Medley Transit Circulator
Services Implementation Study 2005
It provided the
Town of Medley and the MPO
with a comprehensive evaluation of existing public
transportation system deficiencies; determine existing
and potential transit needs; recommend a transit
circulator system and strategy; and, a preliminary cost
estimate and potential funding sources. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transit Contraflow Feasibility Study
2002
Evaluate the feasibility
of a bus transit contra flow facility in Miami-Dade
County, and select and recommend a specific highway or
highway corridor for further study and implementation.
Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transit Corridors Transitional Study
1994
This study compared the costs,
revenues, ridership, and benefits between the Northeast,
North, West, Kendall,
Homestead, and
Miami Beach transit
corridors. No priorities were derived from the study.
Contact Larry
Foutz at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
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Transit Hub Evaluation Study 2008
Develop a comprehensive
transit hub system plan that will best serve transit
patrons and ease of travel. Contact Wilson Fernandez at 305.375.4507 for complete
details.
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Transit On-Board Survey 2008
The objective of
this study was to develop a data collection program that
meets FTA guidelines to support transit modeling
efforts. Contact
Larry Foutz at
305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Started October 2008 and completed July 2009.
- The approximate cost is $150,000.
- Download the
Final Report, July 2009.
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Transit Oriented Development Master
Plans for Exclusive Busway Corridors Study 2003
To complete master plans
and implementing regulations for two planned Community
Urban Centers (CUCs) designated in the Miami-Dade’s
Adopted 2005-2015 Land Use Plan along the programmed
Exclusive Busway Extension located along US1 at the
intersections of SW 216th and 248th streets. The
aforementioned will implement the county’s Comprehensive
Development Master Plan (CDMP) provisions governing
planned CUC and the CDMP Guidelines for Urban Form which
seek to promote pedestrian-friendly, mixed-use and
transit-supportive development in connection with the
Busway. Contact
Susan Schreiber at 305.375.4507 for complete
details.
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Vanpool Demonstration Program 1996
Provide vans to
individuals traveling together on a regular basis to
work, as well as institutions, businesses, agencies and
other organizations. This program is a result of the
Congestion Mitigation: Public-Private Partnerships Study
conducted for the MPO in March 1994. Contact
Jesus Guerra
at 305.375.4507 for complete details.
- Completed in January 1997.
- Work by Vanpool Services Incorporated.
- Please
visit our office to view or receive a copy
of this report.
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