Month: April 2023

Florida Construction News staff writer Construction employment increased in 44 states last month compared to a year earlier, while only 20 states added construction jobs from February to March, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America. Most contractors report... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Tampa has set a goal of planting 30,000 new trees by 2030. “I am enlisting everyone – city government, individuals, businesses, neighborhood groups for this crucial mission, because Tampa’s tree canopy needs help,” said Mayor Jane Castor. “We need to act quickly... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Named one of the most “beautiful cinemas” in the world, the Tampa Theatre is receiving much-needed repair and restoration improvements to protect and fully preserve the iconic landmark.  Phase I of the restoration started in 2017 and addressed substantial infrastructure needs to the interior and... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with South Korea-based LowCarbon Hydrogen Corporation to build a research hub for clean hydrogen technology in Florida. The company plans to construct a clean hydrogen facility in Polk County and is set to break ground... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer A renovation has begun on one of the University of South Florida’s (USF) most iconic structures. The 26-year-old water tower on the Tampa campus is being repaired after no significant construction improvements for more than a decade. The 212-foot tall tower pressurizes and supplies drinking... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer More than $22 million was awarded for eight broadband Internet expansion projects that will impact more than 33,200 unserved residential, educational, business and community locations. “Investing in reliable internet infrastructure strengthens local economies and opens up new opportunities for students, businesses and families,” said Governor... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Ugo Colombo has broken ground on Vita at Grove Isle, a condominium on Grove Isle, a 20-acre gated private island situated just offshore of the Coconut Grove neighborhood. The seven-story development, which is being built on the island’s last remaining waterfront parcel, will have 65 units.... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer More than $22 million was awarded for eight broadband Internet expansion projects that will impact more than 33,200 unserved residential, educational, business and community locations. “Investing in reliable internet infrastructure strengthens local economies and opens up new opportunities for students, businesses and families,” said Governor... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Ugo Colombo has broken ground on Vita at Grove Isle, a condominium on Grove Isle, a 20-acre gated private island situated just offshore of the Coconut Grove neighborhood. The seven-story development, which is being built on the island’s last remaining waterfront parcel, will have 65 units.... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of St. Petersburg has released a request for proposals (RFP) for development partners interested in redeveloping and operating the St. Petersburg Municipal Marina, located downtown, on the western side of Tampa Bay. The RFP closes July 14, 2023. According to the RFP, the... Continue reading