Dune Walkover Replacement- Estimated Timeline

 

The following information is being distributed with regards to the replacement of Dune Walkovers that were severely damaged during Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Irma.  The estimated timeline below reflects the schedule of work necessary for replacement of Dune Walkovers at the following specific locations; 13^th Street South, 15^th Street South, 17^th Street South, North 20^th Street and North 22^nd Street.

Please remember the estimated timeline is dynamic and may be subject to change:

Permits for replacement of the aforementioned Dune Crossovers have provided to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and are currently being reviewed.

South of SR100:  Pile driving operations for the three (3) replacement Dune Walkovers South of SR100, (13^th, 15^th and 17^th Streets South) is scheduled to occur between April 12^th and April 21^st.  Above ground construction (deck, bracing, railings, steps, etc.) of the Dune Walkovers is scheduled for April 23^rd through May 25^th.

North of SR100:  Pile driving operations for the two (2) replacement Dune Walkovers North of SR100, (North 20^th and North 22^nd Streets) is scheduled to occur between April 23^rd and April 30^th.  Above ground construction (deck, bracing, railings, steps, etc.) of the Dune Walkovers is scheduled for May 29^th through June 15^th.

“As a City, the replacement of Dune Walkovers that were destroyed by Hurricanes Matthew and Irma has been a priority and a lot of hard work has been put in to make this a reality” said City Manager, Larry Newsom. Mr. Newsom concluded by stating “I’m proud of the work that’s been done so far and we’re looking forward to these five (5) Dune Walkovers being replaced and re-opened to the public in mid-June”.  If there’s any updated information with regards to the estimated timeline, a Public Service Announcement will be released.

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

 March 8, 2018

 “77^th Annual Bike Week & Motorcycle Safety”

Bike Week begins Friday, March 9^th and runs through Sunday, March 18^th.

 

The Flagler Beach Police Department will be enforcing both hazardous moving violations and non-moving violations.  Hazardous moving violations include, but are not limited to:

• Careless Driving,
• Aggressive Careless Driving,
• Reckless Driving,
• Excessive Speed,
• Racing on a highway (drag racing) and,
• Driving Under the Influence (DUI).

 

The following State Statutes, paraphrased below, are in effect in the State of Florida:

316.2095 – Footrests, handholds, and handlebars:

• Footrests must be provided for a passenger on a motorcycle, unless it is equipped with a sidecar or enclosed cab.
• Handlebars or handgrips cannot be higher than the top of the shoulders of the person operating the motorcycle while properly seated upon the motorcycle.

316.211 – Equipment for motorcycles:

• An eye protective device must be worn by the operator of the motorcycle.

316.294 – Mirrors:

• Every vehicle and motorcycle, operated singly or when towing any other vehicle, must have a rear view mirror that allows the driver a rear view of the highway for a minimum distance of 200 feet.

316.304 – Wearing of headsets:

• No motorcycle operator can wear a headset, headphone, or other listening device. The exception is a hearing aid or instrument for the improvement of defective human hearing.

316.405 Motorcycle headlights to be turned on:

• Headlights must be on at all times while the motorcycle or motor-driven cycle is being driven on public streets or highways.

 

The goal for this year’s Bike Week event is the safety of our visitors and residents through compliance with the laws of the State of Florida.  Please remember that reducing your speed, especially after dark, allows for a longer reaction/braking time, and also helps reduce noise.

 

Special Note:  The speed limit on SRA1A between South 12^th Street and South 18^th Street is 25 MPH.  This area of SRA1A was affected by Hurricane Matthew and Officers will be proactively monitoring speeds via radar during Bike Week. Compliance with the posted speed limit is the goal.

 

We hope this year’s Bike Week provides our visitors, residents and businesses with many happy memories.  Thank you in advance for helping make this year’s event a safe one for all.

 

This information is being provided in advance of the event to educate visitors and residents on Florida motorcycle related laws.  If you have any questions regarding Bike Week, please feel free to contact Chief Matt Doughney at (386) 517-2020.