Transit

Downtown Fort Lauderdale's Future

Streetcar

There's a wave of excitement growing in downtown and everyone's getting on board!

DDA HOME

streetcar

Interested in learning more, have questions/comments, or just want to show your support?

Call us 954-463-6574 or email elizabeth@ddaftl.org

BREAKING NEWS!

The City of Fort Lauderdale Commission voted 5-0 on April 1, 2008 to fund approximately 25% of the local need for the capital cost of the project.

The Wave

What is it?

The Wave is an environmentally friendly (electric) streetcar system that will move people in and around Downtown Fort Lauderdale.

What is the purpose/benefits?

Will improve mobility and access/connectivity between existing and planned regional systems
Will get people out of their cars creating a more walkable downtown - less cars on the streets will reduce carbon emissions
Reduce dependency on auto and parking demand
Will connect all the major hubs - Flagler Village/Sistrunk, BCT terminal, governmental complex, entertainment district, parks, riverfront, educational campuses, financial district, judicial complex, SABA, Hospital District and all points in between
Will be a catalyst to build future regional transit systems
Will provide new, well-paying jobs
Better serve the urban employment and residential base
Promote improved economic viability and community sustainability
Stimulate investment of neighborhood retail and restaurant opportunities
Will have a positive impact on property value

What is the timeline?

Photo of streetcar in Portland, Oregon