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Residents and officials press for repair plan, accountability on George Crady Bridge
Summary
Multiple residents urged repairs and transparency for the George Crady Bridge during public comment at the Aug. 13 Jacksonville Waterways Commission meeting; officials said the city contributes $35,000 annually and the state is contractually responsible for maintenance, and they discussed phased repairs and funding gaps.
Residents and public officials urged action and clearer accounting for maintenance funding for the George Crady Bridge (also referred to in testimony as the Crady Bridge) during public comment at the Jacksonville Waterways Commission meeting on Aug. 13.
Why it matters: The historic bridge links Duval and Nassau counties for pedestrians and anglers; residents and officials said portions of the Duval-side structure have been closed for safety and that repairs will require significant funding and intergovernmental coordination.
Several speakers described persistent local loss of access and amenities. "We just want to find out if they applied for FEMA money — did they receive monies? Did they not use the money there for the road?" Latrice Bell, a resident, said, asking whether funds used for a Nassau-side boat ramp left Duval residents without pier access or the promised amenities.
Tommy Rodell and…
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