1) Commissioner Smith - Acceleration of Highway 90 Improvements

Commission Regular Meeting · 2026-04-23 · agenda_item

This agenda item concerns the potential acceleration of improvements for Highway 90, specifically the right-of-way acquisition phase between Ward Basin Road and Stewart Street. The project is currently under review, with discussions focusing on past delays and citizen concerns. The Florida Department of Transportation has indicated the design is 60% complete but has faced local government hold-ups. The next steps involve staff compiling a list of potential right-of-way donations and exploring funding opportunities. This early stage of review presents an opportunity for contractors, suppliers, and service providers to engage as the project moves forward, potentially involving site preparation, utility work, and construction phases once funding and acquisition are finalized. Early engagement could provide an advantage before detailed plans and bids are established.

design completion

60 %