News

Destin to hold public workshop on draft Mobility Plan, includes upgrading roads, parking, and safety

The City of Destin will host a public workshop on Tuesday, August 29 to gather feedback on the city’s Draft Mobility Plan. The workshop, which begins at 5:30 p.m. at Destin […]

Jared Williams

Add Get The Coast on Google

The City of Destin will host a public workshop on Tuesday, August 29 to gather feedback on the city’s Draft Mobility Plan. The workshop, which begins at 5:30 p.m. at Destin City Hall Annex, will allow residents to review and provide input on 60 proposed transportation projects identified in the plan.

The Draft Mobility Plan aims to maintain and improve Destin’s transportation network through 2050. Goals include properly maintaining road capacity, addressing safety issues, and increasing options for walking and biking.

The 60 projects fall into several categories:

The Cross Town Connector includes 7 projects to build a parallel roadway to U.S. Highway 98. This is intended to alleviate congestion for east-west travel.
New Streets includes 7 proposed minor collectors and local streets to close gaps in the transportation system.
Network Connectivity consists of 28 projects including bike lanes, sidewalks and paths to improve connectivity.
Community Parking includes 4 projects like parking decks and lots to meet parking needs.
Intersection Enhancements has 14 projects to address congestion and safety issues at intersections.

The city is seeking public input on how to prioritize the transportation projects. Residents will be able to provide feedback at the August 29 workshop.

Additionally, the city is developing a Mobility Fee that would help fund implementation of the Mobility Plan projects. The fee would apply to new development to mitigate impacts from growth. The draft fee structure will be prepared after the Mobility Plan is adopted.

PROMOTION

Join the conversation...Cancel reply

Continue reading 👇

Public Safety

Destin City Council directs staff to evaluate East Pass warning signage

Business

Destin City Council unanimously tables proposed annexation of 2,076 acres after packed public hearing

Traffic

City of Destin to begin several road resurfacing projects starting July 20

Parks+Rec

Destin, Okaloosa County open Tarpon Beach Gulf Front Park with 340 feet of new public beach access

Phil Mancari commented on Destin named No. 1 Labor Day boating destination in United States, FWB cracks top 10

“So True”

Respond

Violet commented on Crestview City Council votes to move toward data center ban

“Good Job! We live in Fort Walton and have been spending time in Fredericksburg, Virginia...the data center capital of the world. You have made a very good decision.”

Brenda J Castillo commented on Commissioner Ketchel outlines how the proposed homestead tax exemption would affect Okaloosa County

“At minimum, reduce property tax for senior citizens. Property taxes normally increase yearly but senior's income doesn't. Every time we get a social security raise, our Medicare premiums go up....”

Ken commented on Emerald Coast Kickoff Classic preview: Here’s the full football schedule for this week’s games

“What about Navarre High School?”

Scott Schaeffler commented on WordroW: August 12, 2026

“1:17, 4 attempts”

M Chelle commented on Destin named No. 1 Labor Day boating destination in United States, FWB cracks top 10

“Crab Island is being ruined by the massive traffic. We should not be proud of, or promote this.”

Carolyn anderson commented on Dedication ceremony set to honor Northwest Florida pioneer Augustus ‘Gus’ Tart

“Wonderful gesture toward honoring a part of the towns history especially an enslaved man that many would not know about,,,,,,wlsh was possible for me to attend, but hope for a...”

Scott Schaeffler commented on Commissioner Ketchel outlines how the proposed homestead tax exemption would affect Okaloosa County

“Story states that total general fund revenue is $118.7 million. Earlier story in Get the Coast (Jul 8th) put the proposed 2027 Budget general fund at $191.1 million. So, it's...”

Scott Schaeffler commented on WordroW: August 11, 2026

“1:04, 4 attempts”

Bobbi Davis commented on Commissioner Ketchel outlines how the proposed homestead tax exemption would affect Okaloosa County

“I would like to see the 2019 budget, and what amount of that budget came from property taxes, the Okaloosa County population in 2019, and the number of properties taxed...”