PREMO Project Improvements
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Broward County Transit (BCT) is rolling out an ambitious set of premium transit initiatives under its PREMO (Premium Mobility) Plan, designed to transform mobility across Broward County. Here’s a breakdown of the key upcoming projects:
π Major Transit Projects Under PREMO
- Broward Commuter Rail South (BCR South)
- Approved by the Federal Transit Administration with a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) in September 2024.
- Will run 11.5 miles along the Florida East Coast Railway from Aventura to Fort Lauderdale.
- Planned stations: City of Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, and South Fort Lauderdale.
- Broward Commuter Rail North
- Currently in development following the success of BCR South.
- Will extend commuter rail service further north through Broward County.
- Oakland Park Boulevard Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
- Undergoing Project Development and Environmental (PD&E) study.
- Aims to provide high-capacity, rapid bus service along a key corridor.
- Airport-Seaport-Convention Center Light Rail
- PD&E study expected to begin in Summer 2025.
- Will connect major regional hubs to improve accessibility and reduce congestion.
π οΈ Infrastructure & Service Enhancements
- Electric Bus Program
- Expansion of electric bus fleet to reduce emissions and modernize transit.
- Intermodal Transit Centers
- Property acquisitions underway to enhance connectivity between different transit modes.
- Community Shuttle Program
- Operates in partnership with 18 municipalities, offering localized fixed-route services.
PREMO is funded by the Transportation Surtax and aims to deliver safe, reliable, and equitable transit solutions that support economic development and environmental stewardship.
ποΈ Project Timeline
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Broward Commuter Rail South (BCR South) receives FONSI approval from the FTA |
| 2025 | PD&E study begins for Airport-Seaport-Convention Center Light Rail |
| 2026 | Expected start of construction for BCR South and Oakland Park BRT |
| 2027β2028 | Expansion of electric bus fleet and intermodal transit centers |
| 2029+ | Broward Commuter Rail North development and full PREMO network integration |
πΊοΈ Route Overview
- π BCR South: Runs from Aventura (Miami-Dade) to Fort Lauderdale along the Florida East Coast Railway. Key stations:
- Hollywood
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
- South Fort Lauderdale
- π BCR North: Proposed extension continuing north through Broward County, connecting additional communities.
- π Oakland Park Boulevard BRT: Rapid bus service planned along Oakland Park Boulevard, improving east-west mobility.
- π Airport-Seaport-Convention Center Light Rail: Will link Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Port Everglades, and the Convention Center.
- π Electric Bus Expansion: New zero-emission buses to serve local routes and reduce environmental impact.
- π Intermodal Transit Centers: New hubs to connect rail, bus, and shuttle services for seamless travel.
PREMO Project Cost Summary (in millions)
| Phase | Original Budget | Current Budget | Commitment | Cost To Date | Cost Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | $668.5 | $668.5 | $271.8 | $175.8 | $668.5 |
| Environmental Planning | $3.5 | $3.5 | $3.5 | $3.5 | $3.5 |
| Construction | $402.8 | $405.8 | $113.7 | $58.0 | $464.6 |
| Right-of-Way | $2.6 | $2.4 | $1.3 | $1.2 | $2.4 |
| Professional Services | $166.0 | $167.9 | $153.3 | $113.1 | $162.7 |
| Project Contingency | $93.6 | $88.8 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $35.2 |
PREMO Financial Plan (2024β2033)
PREMO Transit Development Overview (2024β2033)
π Premium Project Implementation Timeline
| Premium Project | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sample Road High Frequency Bus | ||||||||||
| Hollywood Boulevard High Frequency Bus | ||||||||||
| US 1/Federal Highway South High Frequency Bus | ||||||||||
| US 1/Federal Highway North High Frequency Bus | ||||||||||
| Broward Commuter Rail | ||||||||||
| Atlantic Boulevard High Frequency Bus | ||||||||||
| Sheridan Street High Frequency Bus | ||||||||||
| Oakland Park Boulevard Bus Rapid Transit | ||||||||||
| Airport-Seaport-Convention Center Light Rail Transit | ||||||||||
| Dixie Highway High Frequency Bus | ||||||||||
| SR 7/US 441 Bus Rapid Transit | ||||||||||
| Downtown Connection Light Rail Transit | ||||||||||
| Powerline Road Bus Rapid Transit |
