FDOT says the roundabout will slow traffic and create a more pedestrian friendly environment.

Motorists can expect road closures, detours and a reduction in speed limit during construction. The westernmost block of Fruitville Road will be closed for all westbound traffic and the Florida Department of Transportation says, “Drivers traveling north to the airport or south to the barrier islands need to take an alternate route.”

The planned roundabout at the intersection of U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue was most discussed.

Engineer recommends to study the existing intersection with the triple left turn lane for one year.

‘We ought to evaluate with a full season of traffic, before proceeding.’

The prospect of any road design that could impede exiting the island is troubling.