Tri-Rail Funding Crisis: Will Broward Lose Its Trains?
Fort Lauderdale’s transit future hangs in the balance as the podcast delves into the current Tri-Rail funding crisis, revealing how drastic state budget cuts may force the vital commuter rail to shut down after July 2027. With millions of annual riders and the threat of even more crowded highways, Marv and Jen discuss what’s at stake for locals, commuters, and the entire Broward community if counties can’t step up to save this essential transit lifeline.
Join Marv and Jen as they recap a spirited weekend around South Florida—ranging from the Florida Panthers’ Stanley Cup celebration at Jackson's Ice Cream shop, a moving Hans Zimmer concert at Amerant Arena, and an oceanfront retreat at Singer Island. Discover must-try dining like the Buccaneer Waterfront Grill and local hangouts such as Two Drunken Goats. The conversation dives into pressing issues including Tri-Rail’s funding crisis, king tide flooding, Fort Lauderdale’s water treatment transition, and seasonal events like Oktoberfest, free family movies, and upcoming local races—all wrapped up with humor, community insights, and a glimpse at holiday festivities.
People, Places, Things:
- Singer Oceanfront Resort: https://www.thesingerresort.com/
- Buccaneer Waterfront Grill: https://buccaneermarinaresort.com/
- Johnny Longboats: https://johnny-longboats.res-menu.com
- Cato’s Bridge: https://www.snorkelingdives.com/catos-bridge-jupiter-fl/
- Juno Beach: https://www.junobeachfl.com/
- Square Grouper: https://squaregrouper.net/
- Shenanigans: https://shenaniganssportspub.com/
- Tri-Rail: https://www.tri-rail.com/
- Prospect Lake Clean Water Center: https://ide-tech.com/en/project/fort-lauderdale/
- Amerant Arena: https://www.amerantbankarena.com/
- Dania Beach Casino: https://casinodaniabeach.com/
- NSU Art Museum: https://nsuartmuseum.org/
- Carrot Express: https://carrotexpress.com/locations/las-olas/
- Two Drunken Goats: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063619207772
- Gilda’s Race for Hope: https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/FortLauderdale/GildasRaceforHope
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