Commission to Review Flagami Traffic Calming on SW 24th St.

The Miami City Commission is set to debate traffic calming proposals for SW 24th Street in Flagami during a public hearing scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2026. The plans, submitted by neighborhood residents, call for speed bumps, protected bike lanes, and upgraded pedestrian signals between SW 12th Avenue and SW 27th Avenue. This stretch passes key local landmarks including Flagami Park and Matias Fontes Elementary School, where parents have reported near-misses involving children. According to the City of Miami's Transportation and Roadways Division, residents can submit detailed traffic calming requests via the official online form at miami.gov/Transportation-Roadways/Request-traffic-Calming-on-a-Street. The form requires specifics on location, concerns like excessive speed or volume, and supporting data such as crash reports. City staff in the Resilience and Public Works Department review submissions before advancing to commission hearings, with contact available at (305) 416-1200 for questions. Proponents argue the measures will reduce vehicle speeds from current averages of 35-40 mph to safer levels under 25 mph, aligning with city guidelines for residential streets. Similar projects, like speed cushions in other neighborhoods, have successfully lowered incidents by prioritizing pedestrian and cyclist safety while accommodating emergency vehicles. Commissioners, including Flagami representatives, will hear public testimony on feasibility, costs estimated at $150,000-$250,000, and funding from the city's transportation budget. Flagami residents are encouraged to attend the hearing at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, starting at 1 p.m. The agenda item stems from a petition signed by over 200 households, highlighting SW 24th Street's role as a cut-through for commuters avoiding SW 8th Street congestion. No decisions are expected today; commissioners may direct staff to refine plans or schedule follow-up studies. Miami's traffic calming program follows Florida Department of Transportation standards for residential street design, emphasizing narrowed lanes, bulb-outs, and intersection islands to slow traffic without impeding flow. For updates, check the city's RPW section or call the hotline.