C4H - Bicycle Boulevard Alley

Committee Referrals - C4 H

C4 H REFERRAL TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE TO DISCUSS THE POTENTIAL TRANSFORMATION OF THE ALLEY LOCATED WEST OF THE WEST LOTS INTO A BICYCLE BOULEVARD. Applicable Area:

COMMISSION MEMORANDUM

RECOMMENDATION

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

Please place on the October 29, 2025 City Commission agenda a referral to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee (“PSNQLC”) to discuss the City exploring and potentially transforming the alley located west of the West Lots into a “Bicycle Boulevard.”

A “Bicycle Boulevard” is typically a low-traffic, low-speed residential street or right-of-way that has been optimized to prioritize bicycle and pedestrian travel. Traffic calming measures, signage, and other design features may also be utilized to discourage cut-through motor vehicle traffic while still allowing local vehicle access. The goal would be to create a safe and continuous network for cyclists and pedestrians/walkers by providing an area more comfortable and direct for non- motorized users.

As such, I would like to discuss the possibility of transforming the alley located west of the West Lots into a designated “Bicycle Boulevard.” The West Lots consist of eight City-owned development parcels fronting Collins Avenue between 79th Street and 87th Street, and the adjacent alley presents an opportunity to create a safe, low-speed corridor for cyclists and pedestrians. This initiative would also promote sustainable mobility, enhance neighborhood connectivity, and improve safety by providing an alternative to higher-traffic roadways in the area.

Accordingly, I would request that the City Administration evaluate the feasibility, design options, potential costs, and possible funding sources for such a project. I would further request that the Administration be prepared to present its findings, recommendation(s), and any other relevant information, issues, or concerns at the PSNQLC meeting.

Thanks.

ANALYSIS

FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT

N/A

Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate? (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)

If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on: See BIE at: https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CONCLUSION

Applicable Area

Citywide

Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481, includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No

If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):

Department

Office of Commissioner Tanya K. Bhatt

Sponsor(s)

Commissioner Tanya K. Bhatt

Co-sponsor(s)

Condensed Title

Ref: PSNQLC - Transform Alley West of West Lots into Bicycle Boulevard. (Bhatt)

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