Boulevard Gardens, a community within the Broward Municipal Services District, is set to receive a major infrastructure upgrade focusing on enhanced street lighting. The project, borne out of a partnership between the Public Works' Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division (HBMD) and Florida Power & Light (FPL), aims to swap out old street lights with new concrete light poles and efficient LED luminaires, according to a recent announcement via Broward County's official news release.
The initiative, powered by surtax funding, not only looks to improve illumination across sidewalks and roads, but also reinforces the community against severe weather with sturdier concrete poles. Scheduled to begin its first phase on Monday, the project's completion timetable is January 2026, subject to the usual caveats of unforeseen conditions and weather delays. Contributing further to the neighborhood's infrastructure, HBMD is reported to have endeavors addressing sidewalk and curb ramp retrofitting, alongside drainage and swale improvements currently in progress.
Traffic flow during the lighting replacement will witness temporary changes, with detours set for vehicles during off-peak hours, and a traffic officer will be present to oversee and minimize potential disruptions, in a move to manage daily routines of local residents and commuters. Instructed to use, pedestrians will find alternative sidewalks available when work is being carried out in zones typically frequented by foot traffic.
In a statement within the news release, District 8 Commissioner Robert McKinzie, whose district encompasses Boulevard Gardens, said, "Improved lighting in Boulevard Gardens makes the neighborhood safer for pedestrians and drivers as concrete poles can better withstand severe weather. These latest improvements compliment the work that has been completed to make this area more accessible for everyone in the community. This statement follows the County's efforts in coordination with the Boulevard Gardens HOA, securing community input alongside board member perspectives before moving forward with the project.
For those seeking additional information or looking to reach out to the project team, HBMD is available at 954-357-6040. Interested parties can also contact Project Manager Giovanny Bello Herrera, P.E., directly at 954-299-5016, or through email at [email protected].
