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Council approves contract amendment for Gay Street Bridge repairs; advocates push for pedestrian-focused reopening
Summary
The council approved a $100,500 amendment to the design consultant contract for Gay Street Bridge repairs and heard public and council discussion about reopening the bridge for pedestrians and cyclists, long-term replacement costs and possible limited transit access.
The Knoxville City Council approved an amendment to the city's design contract for the Gay Street Bridge repair project and heard extended public comment and council discussion about reopening the span for pedestrians and bicyclists.
The council on a voice vote approved a $100,500 amendment to the city's contract with Gresham Smith, bringing that design consultant contract to a total not to exceed $448,500 and extending the completion date to Dec. 31, 2025. The amendment covers construction engineering inspection work and a LIDAR survey of the bridge's arches, council documents show.
That amendment followed public testimony urging the council to prioritize pedestrians and people who use mobility devices when the bridge reopens. Ellen Zavisca, representing YES…
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