Palm Beach County commissioners pause automated transit proposal connecting airport to downtown

Palm Beach County commissioners have put the brakes on a proposal that would create an elevated roadway filled with autonomous cars connecting the airport to downtown West Palm Beach.

On Tuesday night, Glydways went before county leaders hoping to move the project forward, but withdrew their proposal after commissioners raised funding concerns and requested additional details.

A major factor was a nearly $1 million feasibility study the county would have to fund upfront. Commissioners are hesitant to commit any money while their budget remains in limbo due to potential changes to property taxes…

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