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NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — Local NewsOctober 26, 2026Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County approves $200,000 for Tampa Riverwalk underpass design

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Hillsborough County commissioners approved up to $200,000 in funding for preliminary engineering and design work for a proposed pedestrian and cyclist underpass beneath the Cass Street bridge. The project aims to eliminate a street-level crossing along the Tampa Riverwalk between Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and upcoming expansions near the Straz Center and Tampa Museum of Art. The county's action does not approve construction, and planning remains in the early stages pending additional permits and funding.

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Why It Matters

The funding initiates early-phase design work for a multi-million dollar bypass intended to alter how pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists navigate the intersection at Cass Street and West Tyler Street.

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Who's Mentioned

OrganizationThe City of Tampa“Local municipal government providing in-kind contributions for the underpass.”OrganizationTampa Museum of Art“Museum near planned Riverwalk expansions.”OrganizationStraz Center“Arts center near planned Riverwalk expansions.”PersonJada Williams“Broadcast journalist covering the Riverwalk underpass proposal.”OrganizationHillsborough County“Local government body that approved funding for the Riverwalk underpass project.”PersonDajani Daniels“Stated that separating people from vehicle traffic would benefit the area.”PersonHarvey Bivins“Expressed support for maintaining a continuous running path without street inter”OrganizationFriends of the Riverwalk“Nonprofit organization that supports expansion and improvements along the Riverw”