Groundbreaking launches I-75 Interchange construction project in Sarasota

Florida Construction News staff writer A groundbreaking was held this week for the I-75 interchange construction project at Fruitville Road in Sarasota, which will transform the existing cloverleaf configuration into a diverging diamond design. The innovative design is expected to enhance safety, logistics, and mobility in the area, further supporting... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Fort Lauderdale is hosting a community meeting tonight from 6:30 to 8 p.m., focused on mixed-use zoning in District 3. The meeting is at the Development Services Department Building, located at 700 NW 19th Avenue. Staff will gather public input on proposed... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The Trust for Public Land (TPL) has expanded the Community Schoolyards program to Miami Beach for the 2024-2025 school year. Biscayne Beach Elementary has been selected as the first site for this initiative, marking a significant step in enhancing community access to green spaces. The... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Governor Ron DeSantis joined the Florida Division of Emergency Management (DEM) Tuesday morning to extend the state of emergency to 61 counties, including Okeechobee County, telling Floridians to “prepare for the worst and hope for the best”. Sixty-one of Florida’s 67 counties are currently under... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer St. Petersburg City Council has unanimously approved zoning amendments aimed at revitalizing the Warehouse Arts District and the 22nd Street South corridor, including the introduction of a Target Employment Center (TEC) overlay that is poised to enhance housing options, create jobs and expand commercial opportunities... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Clearwater is inviting the public to a groundbreaking ceremony for a new city hall on Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. at  200 S. Myrtle Ave.The 40,000-square-foot, two-story building will be constructed by Ajax Building Company, and was designed by Wannemacher Jensen Architects.... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Tampa’s City Center at Hanna Avenue has achieved one of the most prestigious green building certifications for its commitment to sustainability, resilience, and equity. The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has awarded gold-level LEED certification to the site. As more organizations look to create buildings... Continue reading

Special to Florida Construction News A-1 Global Holdings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of pre-engineered building components, is excited to announce the appointment of Valorie “Val” Burleigh as the new controller. In this role, Valorie will report directly to Robert Jardim, A-1’s vice-president of finance, and will be a key asset... Continue reading

Special to Florida Construction News Great Place To Work® and Fortune have selected B&I Contractors, Inc. for the 2024 Fortune Best Workplaces in Construction List. This is B&I Contractors’ third time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming in at 12th place in the medium category. Earning a... Continue reading

Special to Florida Construction News Matt Mason, vice-president of HVAC and Plumbing Operations at B&I Contractors, Inc., says three managers have been promoted to regional vice-president positions, expanding the company’s executive structure to optimize growth strategies and drive client satisfaction. The new appointees are: Ashley Fernandez, vice-president West Central Florida... Continue reading