Man late for fishing charter impersonates officer in Clearwater bridge traffic: police <\/a><\/p>\nFrom the water, crews are drilling massive support columns deep into the river to lay the foundation for the new bridges. Once complete, the project will create a continuous 12-mile Riverwalk, making it easier for people to walk, bike and run between neighborhoods.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re going to be able to connect neighborhoods so people can get out of their cars, and they can walk, and they can bike, and they can run between our different neighborhoods and enjoy all the things that Tampa has to offer,\u201d Tampa City Commissioner Alan Clendenin said.<\/p>\n
The project is currently about 20% complete, with installation of the first bridge decks expected later this summer.<\/p>\n
Mayor Jane Castor said expanding the Riverwalk has been years in the making.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt took seven mayors to get this Riverwalk completed on the east side and how it really is a crown jewel for our city,\u201d Castor said.<\/p>\n
Not everyone supports the expansion, however. Some residents believe the city should prioritize infrastructure improvements to keep pace with Tampa\u2019s rapid growth.<\/p>\n
\u201cI do think that since Tampa is growing so rapidly due to developments like the Riverwalk, we will need to invest more in our infrastructure so that we can actually support all the growth that we\u2019re trying to bring into the city,\u201d resident Jade Scott said.<\/p>\n
Even with some concerns, city leaders said the project is expected to create new opportunities for West Tampa while improving access to the waterfront.<\/p>\n
Construction remains on schedule, with the West Riverwalk expansion expected to be completed in the spring of 2027.<\/p>\n
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