Two hundred
plus public, private and non-profit organizations in Palm Beach, Broward, St.
Lucie, Martin, India River, Miami-Dade and Monroe County formed the group to develop
a 50-year plan for the region.
Issues
include coastal erosion, environment and other climate issues and regional
approaches to economic development, transportation and education. One member mentioned that an expanded marine
industry in West Palm Beach could create jobs and become an international
destination for super yachts.
A
grant of nearly $14MM has been awarded to South Florida transportation
officials to upgrade rail transportation and connect train corridors on Tri
Rail and the CSX and Florida East Coast Railway lines. It will also be used for the All Aboard
Florida, a rail service between Miami and Orlando.
According
to project officials, three million new residents are expected in Florida in
the next 50 years. For more information see seven50.org.
