News Update
Funding now in place for Tamiami Trail project
Staff report
Enviro-Net
Full funding has been secured to complete the project to elevate the Tamiami Trail.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has matched the state of Florida’s $40 million for the Tamiami Trail project by awarding an additional $60 million to fully fund and allow for the completion of the Tamiami Trail Next Steps Phase II project, which is critical to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan to preserve the environment.
The Tamiami Trail project is a key component of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan. Elevating the trail will allow for an additional 75 to 80 billion gallons of water a day to flow south into the Everglades and Florida Bay.
The Tamiami Trail project is just one component of the CERP. Once complete, it will provide increased water flows south of the trail.