FPL and Broward County launch lighting upgrade in Washington Park
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- The second phase, finished in March 2025, focused on drainage system cleaning, inspections, and point repairs.
- The new lighting work is scheduled to begin in February 2026.</p> <p data-start="946" data-end="1410">During construction, vehicular traffic will be detoured during off-peak hours, with traffic officers on-site to help minimize disruptions.
- Some sidewalks will be temporarily closed, and pedestrians will be directed to use the opposite side of the street.
- County staff coordinated closely with the Washington Park Homeowners Association to ensure smooth communication with residents.
- “These latest improvements complement the work that has been completed to make this area more accessible for everyone in the community.”</p>
Work is set to begin this month on a major lighting upgrade in the Washington Park neighborhood of the Broward Municipal Services District (BMSD), funded by the county’s one-cent transportation surtax.
The Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division, in partnership with FPL, will install a completely new lighting system for sidewalks and roadways, bringing the area up to Florida Department of Transportation lighting standards.
The project builds on prior improvements: the first phase, completed in November 2024, included sidewalk enhancements, ADA-accessible pedestrian curb ramps, and swale upgrades. The second phase, finished in March 2025, focused on drainage system cleaning, inspections, and point repairs. The new lighting work is scheduled to begin in February 2026.
During construction, vehicular traffic will be detoured during off-peak hours, with traffic officers on-site to help minimize disruptions. Some sidewalks will be temporarily closed, and pedestrians will be directed to use the opposite side of the street. County staff coordinated closely with the Washington Park Homeowners Association to ensure smooth communication with residents. Motorists are advised to follow variable message signs along impacted roadways.
“Improved lighting in Washington Park makes the neighborhood safer for pedestrians and drivers, as concrete poles can better withstand severe weather,” said District 8 Commissioner and Vice Mayor Robert McKinzie, whose district includes Washington Park. “These latest improvements complement the work that has been completed to make this area more accessible for everyone in the community.”
