City, FDOT identify large road projects in downtown St. Pete

September 30, 2021 - Forward Pinellas, the City of St. Petersburg and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) have identified potential road projects that will improve connectivity and safety in downtown St. Petersburg.   The identified projects include: 

• Interstate I-175 or I-375 modification, redesign or removal to enhance connectivity throughout downtown and to surrounding neighborhoods
• 3^rd  and 4^th Streets: Conversion to two-way roads for a more walkable community, reduce trip lengths and improve access
• 5^th and 4^th Avenues: Conversion to two-way roads for more connectivity and to promote safety
• Dr. MLK Jr Street and 8th Street: Conversion to two-way roads to promote safety and improve access to businesses

The groups are asking the public to weigh in on these potential solutions. Throughout October, there will be one in-person and four online discussions. The in-person meeting will be held Oct. 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the student center ballroom at the St. Pete University of South Florida campus.  Those interested can register here. 

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