The dialog (see linked below) about the necessity of the Port of Miami (POM) Tunnel continues to question its value to the South Florida economy. Efforts by business and political interests in Miami-Dade County to get this tunnel have been intense for two decades. Given the recent downturn in cargo handling at POM, the argument on one side is, 'What's the Point'? On the other side, perhaps if better access to POM from the highway system existed, cargo trade would increase. But at $1 billion to start, how long will it take to reap benefits?
SEE: Port of Miami tunnel is a waste of taxpayer money, by Eric Maza, Miami New Times, June 3, 2010
http://www.miaminewtimes.com/2010-06-03/news/port-of-miami-tunnel-is-a-waste-of-taxpayer-money/
About Me
- Dr. Kenneth Christopher, D.P,A.
- Kansas City, MO, United States
- Author of the book, Port Security Management (2009, CRC Press), which reflects the altered landscape of the post-9/11 era, providing real-world guidelines for port security management, planning, and implementation processes. Assistant Professor and Chair of Criminal Justice at Park University in Parkville, MO. and Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Contact Information: Park University, 8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville, MO, 64152. www.park.edu/cj
