Sarasota updating St. Armands improvement project paused due to rising costs

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Sarasota held public meeting April 18 to share information and gather feedback for a proposed St. Armands Key improvement project. “We’re seeking input with the decision-making process,” said Chief Transportation Planner Alvimarie Corales. “We’ll explain the history of the proposed complete streets... 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

Florida Construction News staff writer Lane Construction Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of the Webuild Group, and its joint-venture partner Superior Construction, have been named the preferred team in exclusivity for a project to modernize the Westshore Interchange (I-275/SR 60) in Tampa. The multi-year contract has a combined value of $1... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Sarasota held public meeting April 18 to share information and gather feedback for a proposed St. Armands Key improvement project. “We’re seeking input with the decision-making process,” said Chief Transportation Planner Alvimarie Corales. “We’ll explain the history of the proposed complete streets... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Lane Construction Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of the Webuild Group, and its joint-venture partner Superior Construction, have been named the preferred team in exclusivity for a project to modernize the Westshore Interchange (I-275/SR 60) in Tampa. The multi-year contract has a combined value of $1... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has been awarded $4 million to build a new interchange at I-75 and Northwest 49th Street in Marion County. Funds will create infrastructure for a new Buc-ee’s location and expand access to I-75 for two industrial and commercial development... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Fort Myers Beach has been awarded $11.9 million from the local government emergency bridge loan – the first award. The program was created to support government operations impacted by hurricanes Ian or Nicole, bridging the gap while they await federal relief or for their revenues... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Fort Lauderdale is working with Planned work includes: relocating existing palms to the curb to extend sidewalk area on both sides of A1A upgrading hardscape elements including colored, decorative concrete installing site furnishing elements including accent seating and bollards Installing LED pedestrian... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Drivers on northbound U.S. 301 will play an important role in the Florida Department of Transportation’s effort to identify the most effective concrete pavement designs throughout the state. A new concrete “test road” is the first of its kind in the southeastern United States: a... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer A team of students from the Moss Department of Construction Management at Florida International University (FIU) took home top honors in a national construction management competition that promotes careers in the field. The students applied their talents and education to earn the victory over 20... Continue reading