Public Appearance
Index of a Regular Meeting
Fort Lauderdale City Commission
November 18, 2003
From: http://www.fortlauderdale.gov/documents/comm%20minutes%2003/111803regminutes.pdf
Proposal for Permanent Installation of One-Way (PH-1) Diverter – South Ocean Drive, Immediately North Of Mayan Drive
A public hearing to consider a proposal for the permanent installation of a one-way diverter on South Ocean Drive, immediately north of Mayan Drive. Notice of public hearing was published November 6, and 13, 2003.
David Cassidy, 1600 South Ocean Drive, introduced his 12-year old son, Beau Cassidy, who had written a letter to the City last year and stated that he wanted to read it at this time.
Beau Cassidy read from his letter as follows:
“To Whom It May Concern: My name is Beau Cassidy and I live at 1600 South Ocean Drive and I am 12 years old. Every day when I walk my dogs down the street and back, I almost get run over by some kind of a moving van or car that were going at about 55 mph. I think it is important to make Harbor Beach very safe because there are kids in the area. When there are big trucks and someone wanted to ride their bikes to the Beach Club it was dangerous and I have been almost hit numerous times. He stated if something is not done eventually, an individual could get injured or die.”
David Cassidy stated he was here tonight as a parent and a citizen and stated it was wonderful to see people patient about a subject. He stated that he understood everyone’s concerns, but his concern was that he could not walk outside his door without being seriously worried about his son. He reiterated they were here tonight to talk about people’s safety. He stated that many individuals walked on South Ocean Drive. He stated there had been a test for the closure for 7 months, and there had been no complaints nor were there any problems. He reiterated there was no need for any further surveys. He asked the Commission to do the right thing and not just consider convenience, but consider safety. He stated that he had almost been hit twice in the past. He stated they welcomed anyone to walk, ride their bikes or drive their cars along South Ocean Drive and enjoy the community.
