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Broward commissioner pushes for Pembroke Road improvements amid traffic concerns

Broward County Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis speaks during a meeting at the Governmental Center in Fort Lauderdale on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Broward County Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis speaks during a meeting at the Governmental Center in Fort Lauderdale on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel) Joe Cavaretta

Broward County Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis is voicing strong support for a planned redesign of the busy Pembroke Road and Palm Avenue intersection, calling it a much-needed investment for the community.

And she is inviting those who live in southwest Broward to also voice their support this month for the proposed improvements to that corridor.

Davis, who represents parts of Miramar and Pembroke Pines, residing in the latter city, says she sees firsthand how heavily traveled the crossroads are and that improvements are overdue.

The intersection, which connects Miramar and Pembroke Pines, is a key route for local drivers and commuters and often experiences congestion, especially during rush hour.

Both roads are major east–west and north–south intersections. Pembroke Road runs east-west, connecting to major highways like I-75 and Florida’s Turnpike.

Palm Avenue runs north-south, linking neighborhoods in both cities.

“I see firsthand how busy and important the Pembroke Road and Palm Avenue intersection is for our community,” Davis told the Miramar News in an email. “A lot of us use this road every day, and with the way our area continues to grow, it’s clear that improvements are needed.”

A public meeting will be held May 19 in Pembroke Pines.
A public meeting will be held May 19 in Pembroke Pines.

On Tuesday, May 19, Davis will host a public information meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way in Pembroke Pines. Residents will have an opportunity to learn more and share input.

Davis says the proposed upgrades — such as adding lanes and improving traffic flow — are designed to tackle those issues directly while prioritizing safety.

“These upgrades will help ease traffic, cut down on delays and most importantly, make things safer for drivers and pedestrians,” she wrote. “I’m looking forward to seeing these improvements move forward because this is exactly the kind of investment our residents need and deserve.”

The project is part of the county’s Mobility Advancement Program, funded by the voter-approved penny surtax.

Luisa Yanez
Miramar News
Luisa Yanez is a reporter for the Coral Springs News, the Pembroke Pines News and the Miramar News. In her work, she will be using both traditional reporting and AI tools.