Historic 7th Avenue Bricking Project - Community Meeting

Historic 7th Avenue Bricking Project

INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

Historic East 7th Avenue, named one of America's 10 Great Streets, is the main commercial thoroughfare of Ybor City. The Ybor City CRA hired an outside contractor to brick East 7th Avenue, between North 15th and 17th Streets. The bricking of 7th Avenue in Ybor City intends to help calm traffic on a road that sees a significant amount of pedestrian traffic throughout the year. This project will also promote alternative modes of transportation, and connectivity, boost local businesses, and contribute to the economic growth of Ybor City, creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs and job seekers. Using authentic historic bricks, this project will further enhance the authenticity of the National Historic Landmark District and allow residents and visitors to better connect to the city's past. The first phase of the Historic 7th Avenue Bricking project, starting in July 2024, is part of a larger vision to brick the entire street within the historic district boundaries.

PROJECT PHASES

Phase 1: Community Meeting - June 24, 2024
Phase 2: Bricking of 7th Avenue: 15th to 16th Street - July 2024
Phase 3: Bricking of 7th Avenue: 16th to 17th Streets - August 2024