2023 Safe Streets Summit 10-Year Anniversary!
The 10th annual Safe Streets Summit took place on February 2 - 3, 2023 at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, FL. Click on the images below to see the daily image gallery highlights!
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Take a Look at the Presentations from the 2023 SSS
The 2023 Safe Streets Summit took place on February 2-3, 2023. The theme for the 2023 Safe Streets Summit was "Back to the Streets”, focusing on how we can embrace change for the better to reclaim streets for people, not just cars and improve safety, health, economic development and mobility for all.
Thursday, February 2nd
Training Break-Out Session #1
A. Prioiritizing Space for Bikes and Pedestrians in Urban Centers: Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation
- Presentation by Jose R. Gonzalez, City of Miami Beach & Alia Awwad, Alta Planning + Design, Inc.
- Presentation by Julie Townsend, Lakeland Downtown Development Authority & Angelo Rao, S&ME
B. People First! Community Collaborations Towards Safer Streets
- Presentation by Emily Hanna, Pedestrian Safety Coalition
- Presentation by Kurt Kaminer, University of Miami BikeSafe & WalkSafe programs
- Presentation by Lisa Martinez, LM Genuine Solutions, The Underdeck & Trina Harris, Touching Miami with Love
C. Curb Control - Reclaiming Street Space for Better Mobility and Economic Development
- Presentation by Linda Connors, Town of Lauderdale by the Sea
- Presentation by Karen Warfel, City of Fort Lauderdale
- Presentation by Tony Garcia, Street Plans
Training Break-Out Session #2
D. Leveraging Big Data to Plan Safe, Equitable Streets
- Presentation by Chris Warren, Urban SDK
- Presentation by Nick Meyers & Nathan Sky, Steetlight Data / Taylor Laurent, MetroPlan Orlando
E. Don't Give Up at the Intersection! Design & Implementation of a Critical Component of Complete Streets Infrastructure
- Presentation by Mark Brown, Broward MPO & Alia Awwad / Tom Natwick, Alta Planning + Design, Inc.
- Presentation by Jamie Krzeminski / Larry Wallace, HDR
F. By the Numbers: Tools to Evaluate Walkability and Bikeability
- Presentation by Dr. Louis A. Merlin, Dept. of Urban and Regional Planning, Florida Atlantic University / Steve Postma, Florida Atlantic University / M.SC. Elias Pajares, Technical University of Munich, Plan4Better GMBH
- Presentation by Quentin Freixo, Eco-Counter
Friday, February 3rd
Opening Keynote Session: Neighborhoods and People First
- Moderator: Tane Danger, Theater of Public Policy
- Speaker: Chuck Marohn, Strong Towns
- View the Presentation slides HERE
Plenary Session 1: Taking Back the Streets: Leveraging Momentum Toward People-Centered Streets
- Moderator: Tane Danger, Theater of Public Policy
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Plenary Session 2: Complete Streets Are Livable Streets: Planning Beyond the Pavement
- Moderator: Chris Bruntlett, Dutch Cycling Embassy
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Plenary Session 3: Taking Action to the Streets: Implementing Effective and Sustainable Complete Streets Policies
- Moderator: James Christian, Federal Highway Administration, Florida Division, Florida, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands
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Mobile Workshops
Thursday, February 2, 2023
As part the 2023 Safe Streets Summit, there will be multiple interactive tours conducted through the Mobile Workshop event offered on Thursday, February 2, 2023. The goal of the Mobile Workshop is to provide participants with an opportunity to experience first-hand the type of infrastructure that has been built in Broward to create safer and more multi-modal streets. Each tour will highlight different parts of Broward emphasizing current and planned transportation and built environment efforts, walkability, bikeability, micromobility, economic development, livability, and access to transportation options. Local experts and community representatives will provide insight and relevant information about a variety of projects and current efforts, focusing on results/outcomes and lessons learned. Each of the Mobile Workshop tour will start and conclude at the Hollywood Diplomat Hotel A networking event will occur after the Mobile Workshop. Comfortable attire and shoes are highly recommended for all mobile workshop participants.
Conference registrants are limited to 1 mobile workshop tour as these occur simultaneously. Additional registration and fee is required and there is limited capacity. Registration is now closed.
PHOTO/VIDEO DISCLAIMER: Please note that photos or videos may be taken during the Safe Streets Summit by event staff. These photos and/or videos may be used for marketing or promotional materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform the event staff.
11:50 PM - 12:30 PM ~ Mobile Workshop check-in and welcome on the first floor of the conference center at The Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, 3555 S Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL 33019
12:30pm - 5pm ~ Mobile Workshop Tours (lunch included)
1. Cruisin’ on the Boardwalk: a Hollywood Beach Bike Tour
Tour Partners: City of Hollywood; Bike provider
Tour Distance: Approximately 10 miles roundtrip
Take the scenic route, as we bike along the oceanfront on Hollywood Beach Broadwalk and Surf Road. This 10-mile bike tour will allow participants to experience popular destinations through the lens of local bicyclists, joggers, rollerbladers, and pedestrians. Participants will experience spectacular ocean views, vintage architecture, redevelopment, and nature trails. Technical experts and local representatives will provide information about how the City of Hollywood is prioritizing mobility, resiliency, and redevelopment along the barrier island. The event will begin and end at the conference venue (The Diplomat) where a shuttle will provide participants with transportation to and from the tour area. Lunch, Bikes and helmets will be provided to all registrants.
Duration of Tour: 3 hrs.
Mode: Bike
Skill Level: Beginner, mostly flat route
Separation from traffic: Varies, mostly high separation
Note: Bikes and helmets to be provided.
Maximum attendees: 20
2. Filling in the blanks: Connecting communities with places of interest and everyday destinations
Tour Partner: City of Hollywood; Bike provider
Tour Distance: Approximately 10 miles
Suburban communities are not known to have comfortable connected bike and pedestrian facilities. However, the City of Hollywood working with the Broward MPO and Florida DOT have collaboratively planned and implemented various bike facilities that connect these suburban communities to nearby destinations. Join us to pedal around Western Hollywood for a tour that will immerse you in a connected bike network away from highly traveled throughfares in the City. The bike tour will guide participants across multiple types of bike facilities that include linear parks and buffered bike lanes. The tour will demonstrate how collaboration and efficient planning across many agencies can provide suburban communities a multimodal spine. The event will begin and end at the conference venue (The Diplomat) where a bus will provide participants with transportation to and from the tour area. Lunch, Bikes and helmets will be provided to all registrants.
Duration of Tour: 3 hrs.
Mode: Bike
Skill Level: intermediate, mostly flat route
Separation from traffic: Varies, low to high. Ranges from bike lanes adjacent to vehicular lanes to buffered bike lanes within a linear park.
Note: Bikes and helmets to be provided.
Maximum attendees: 20
3. Making Our Way Downtown: The Intersection of Economic Development and Transportation
Tour Partner: City of Hollywood
Tour Distance: Approximately 2 miles
Experience the two-mile stretch of Hollywood Blvd from the City Hall to the Arts Park at Young Circle, with the City showcasing multimodal improvements, including the “Hollywood Blvd Complete Streets project”. Join us as we stroll along Hollywood Boulevard where streetscape improvements and strategic redevelopment continue to enhance the economic vitality of the corridor while creating a more vibrant and sustainable Downtown Hollywood. Business owners and stakeholder will provide a human-scale, user perspective that was critical in advancing these improvements and efforts forward. The event will begin and end at the conference venue (The Diplomat) where a bus will provide participants with transportation to and from the tour area. Lunch will be provided.
Duration of Tour: 3 hrs.
Mode: Bus and walking
Skill Level: Beginner
Separation from traffic: Medium; sidewalks
Maximum attendees: 30
4. Tactical Urbanism Tour – Low-Cost Solutions Igniting Meaningful Change in Ft. Lauderdale
Tour Partner: City of Fort Lauderdale
Tour Distance: Approximately 2 mile
Join us for a colorful excursion in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. This tour will highlight community-driven tactical urbanism improvements at various locations in the City aimed at increasing vulnerable user safety, reducing vehicular speeds, and enhancing economic vitality. Participants will hear from local technical experts, community members and business owners who have participated in the entire process; “from inception to completion”. Local representatives will highlight the collaborative process undertaken to ensure community involvement, establish partnerships, and will discuss funding strategies. Participants will experience various Tactical Urbanism interventions that have helped fill mobility gaps, including the recently completed NE 15th Ave Quick-Build project. The tour will include a ride on eco-friendly shuttles and a walking tour of the area. The event will begin and end at the conference venue (The Diplomat) where a bus will provide participants with transportation to and from the tour area. Lunch will be provided.
Duration of Tour: 3 hrs.
Mode: Bus and walking
Skill Level: Beginner
Separation from traffic: Medium; sidewalks
Maximum attendees: 20
Safe Streets Awards
The Safe Streets Awards are an opportunity to highlight individuals and jurisdictions that have led by example in creating better streets for all users. Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties will each select one individual Complete Streets Champion Award winner and one Complete Streets Community Award winner. Conference attendees will be voted to select the 2023 People’s Choice Award recipient!
Complete Streets Champion Award
Awarded to an individual who has been an exceptional leader and catalyst in advancing Complete Streets in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach.
Complete Streets Community Award
Awarded to a local government or organization in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach that has significantly contributed to implementing Complete Streets, including doing an outstanding job engaging the community.
People’s Choice Award for Best Project
Awarded to a project that has helped advance Complete Streets efforts in Miami-Dade, Broward, and/or Palm Beach. Projects can include quick-build or permanent and long-term projects. Safe Streets Summit attendees will have an opportunity to vote for the best Complete Streets-focused project. Additionally, People’s Choice Award nominees may have the opportunity to showcase their project at the Summit.
2023 Safe Streets Awards - WINNERS
The Safe Streets Awards are an opportunity to highlight individuals and jurisdictions that have led by example in creating better streets for all users. Miami - Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties each selected one individual Complete Streets Champion Award winner and one Complete Streets Community Award winner.
Conference attendees voted to select one winner for the People’s Choice Award for Best Complete Streets Project! Winners were announced at the 2023 Safe Streets Summit on February 3, 2023.
WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE 2023 SAFE STREETS AWARDS WINNERS!
Miami-Dade County
Complete Streets Champion Award
Winner: Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee, Chair, Miami-Dade TPO Non-Urban Core Task Forces
Kionne L McGhee is the Chair of the Miami - Dade Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Non-Urban Core Task Forces addressing bicycle and pedestrian mobility challenges in Miami - Dade County. TPO Task Forces have implemented the “SMART Street Transportation Enhancement Program (STEP),” advancing projects countywide. Through this leadership, he has approved three projects for advancement via this program representing the need of the community in the South Miami - Dade area, increasing connectivity, and enhancing safety for all. The SW 344 Street intersection enhancement project is anticipated to be completed in January 2023.
Complete Streets Community Award
Winner: City of Miami Gardens
As part of the Miami - Dade TPO’s SMART STEP, the project focused on collaborating with the City of Miami Gardens to enhance safety and mobility at this intersection connecting the community to the recreational areas of Bunche Park and Pool. The enhancements included upgrades to pedestrian crossings and the implementation of new green-colored bicycle lanes. This project was completed under the leadership of Tom Ruiz, City of Miami Gardens Public Works Director, along with the support of Miami - Dade TPO Board Member Rodney Harris.
Broward County
Complete Streets Champion Award
Winner: Vice Mayor Yvette Colbourne, City of Miramar
Vice Mayor Colbourne currently serves as the Deputy Vice Chair on the Broward MPO’s Governing Board. She has consistently supported the implementation of various multimodal projects and regularly participates in community engagement events that promote Safety, Health, Equity, Livability, and Economic Vitality. Through her guidance and unyielding support, the City of Miramar has been able to secure federal funds for numerous projects that aim to improve the quality of life for all residents. She has advocated, supported, and endorsed a variety of multimodal projects that have been awarded funding through the Broward MPO’s Complete Streets and other Localized Initiatives Program. Her dedication and passion are helping to make Broward safer, healthier, and more vibrant while ensuring equity and people are at the forefront.
Complete Streets Community Award
Winner: South Florida Commuter Services
South Florida Commuter Services (SFCS) has been a staple of FDOT for over two decades. SFCS should be commended for its efforts to reduce the use of single occupancy vehicles and promoting alternative modes of transportation that lessen the negative impact s to our transportation system. From “Let’s Go Biking” to more technical efforts, such as BTactical’s Quick-Build interventions and Walking Audits, SFCS has worked side by side with the Broward MPO as a partner to ensure the success of these endeavors. 10 years ago, SFCS solidified its commitment to safety by becoming one of the original partners and sponsors of the Safe Streets Summit. Their commitment to and support of the Safe Streets Summit has continued yearly. SFCS has been an integral partner in the Broward MPO’s journey to make Broward better and safer while creating healthier communities and improving the economic vitality of our region.
Outstanding Transportation Partner
Winner: Mayor Josh Levy, City of Hollywood
Mayor Joshua Levy has been an avid supporter of infrastructure improvement throughout the City of Hollywood that provides his residents with the opportunity to safely and comfortably walk, bike, take transit or drive around the City of Holly wood. Improvements include the Hollywood Complete Streets Demonstration project, Washington St., and 56th Ave. Mayor Levy’s recipe for success includes political support for Complete Street projects and initiatives, encouraging collaboration amongst partners, and leveraging various funding opportunities. This recipe of success has brought millions of dollars from the Federal, State, and County levels into the City of Hollywood. Mayor Levy is passionate about improving the city and working to achieve the city’s vision of being South Florida’s top city to live, learn, work, invest, and play.
Palm Beach County
Complete Streets Champion Award
Winner: Natalie Crowley, Director of Planning and Zoning, City of Palm Beach Gardens
Director of Planning and Zoning at the City of Palm Beach Gardens, Natalie is a true advocate for all modes of travel and is shifting the policy needle in her area. Having led her planning team through a contentious mobility plan and fee effort, she was a force for not only mobility but also for zoning and land use changes to encourage the right density to encourage mobility.
Complete Streets Community Award
Winner: Village of Wellington
The Village of Wellington is a local leader in both capital projects and policy to increase safety and awareness for safe streets. The Village consistently holds constructive conversations on safety efforts under the guise of implementing its newly adopted Complete Streets and Vision Zero Policies. Citizens have also been engaged at frequent community events by the Safety Committee Members, including the Palm Beach TPA, Sheriff’s and Fire Rescue Department, and with Village Staff
People's Choice Award
Winner: Prospect Road
The Prospect Road, Complete Streets project, was identified in the Broward MPO’s Long Range Transportation Plan. This project represents how multiple agencies can collaborate successfully across jurisdictional boundaries to connect users of all ages and abilities to popular destinations. The City of Oakland Park envisioned many of the constructed Complete Streets and safety elements such as lane repurposing for green buffered bike lanes, landscaping zones, ADA improvements, lighting upgrades, and sidewalk connectivity. These upgrades have improved the pedestrian and bicyclist overall experience by creating a welcoming street environment that is well-connected within the multimodal network in the City of Oakland Park.
Congratulations to the Nominees!
Thank you to our Sponsors!
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For More Information
Please contact Ricardo Gutierrez at gutierrezr@browardmpo.org or (954) 876-0044 to learn more about the Broward MPO and what they are working on in your community.