Eyes on the road
Island bridges safety project: Through June, the Florida Department of Transportation is installing pedestrian/bicycle detection systems on the Cortez Bridge, Longboat Pass Bridge and Anna Maria Island Bridge. Motorists are advised there will be intermittent sidewalk and lane closures. Motorists also are advised to use caution in the construction zone. For area road watch information, go online to swflroads.com or dial 511.
Cortez Bridge utility relocation project: Pipe installation and related activities are ongoing in preparation for the construction of the new Cortez Bridge, scheduled to begin in 2026. Construction is underway east of the Cortez Bridge on the north side Cortez Road West along the northern shoulder of 124th Court West, on 127th Street West between Cortez Road West and 126th Street West, and on the south side of Cortez Road West between 124th Street West and Avenue A. Work in these areas is expected to continue through summer. For more, call 941-306-4660, email info@amiprojects.io or go to amiprojects.io.
— Lisa Neff