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Trim our transit wish list to match our transit pocketbooks
By Michael Lewis at Miami Today
· July 1, 2026
· 5 min read
Desperately needed rapid mass transit is being delayed in every bit of what was once proudly hailed as Miami -Dade’s Smart Plan. As we inch forward slowly trying to add transit corridors, the costs of all of them are rising far faster and we fall farther behind. So while government organizations and
Key takeaway As we inch forward slowly trying to add transit corridors, the costs of all of them are rising far faster and we fall farther behind.
Why this matters in The Miami
The delays in Miami-Dade's rapid mass transit plans have significant implications for the county's residents, particularly those in densely populated areas like Little Havana and Wynwood. As the costs of transit projects continue to rise, it's likely that neighborhoods with limited mobility options will be disproportionately affected. The decision to downscale aspirations, as seen in South Dade, may become a model for other parts of the county. In Miami Beach, for example, the potential downsizing of the Baylink project could leave residents and visitors relying on already congested roads. The county's transit woes are also closely tied to its vulnerability to sea-level rise and flooding, as a comprehensive transit system could help reduce the number of cars on the road and mitigate the impact of storms. By prioritizing feasible projects and making the most of available resources, Miami-Dade can still make progress on its transit goals, even if it's not as ambitious as initially planned.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: Miami Today ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Desperately needed rapid mass transit is being delayed in every bit of what was once proudly hailed as Miami-Dade’s Smart Plan. As we inch forward slowly trying to add transit corridors, the costs of all of them are rising far faster and we fall farther behind. So while government organizations and
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