GRANT APPLICATION IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $100,547,040.00

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-21 · resolution

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-692-26 (Legislative Item File Number 261322) on 7/21/2026, ratifying the County Mayor's submission of a grant application to the USDOT FHWA Bridge Investment Program, Large Bridge Project category, for up to $100,547,040.00 for the Venetian Causeway Bridge Replacement Project. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute the grant agreement, amendments, and to receive and expend funds. The project involves replacing 11 Venetian Causeway bridges originally built in 1926, with a total estimated construction cost of $201,094,080, including a required County match of at least $50,273,520 and an FDOT match of up to $50,273,520. The project spans Commission Districts 3 and 4. The grant was awarded by USDOT FHWA on 7/17/2024. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026 and adopted on 7/21/2026. Senator Rene Garcia is listed as prime sponsor. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.