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 (File Number 261322) on 7/21/2026, ratifying the County Mayor's submission of a grant application to the USDOT FHWA under the Bridge Investment Program, Large Bridge Project category, for up to $100,547,040 for the Venetian Causeway Bridge Replacement Project. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor 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 newer infrastructure anticipated to last 50 years. The total estimated project construction cost is $201,094,080, including a required local 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. Prime sponsor: Sen. Rene Garcia. Staff recommendation: retroactive authorization and execution of the grant agreement.