Congressman Bean Announces Over $147 Million in Funding for Downtown Jacksonville

WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) announced the City of Jacksonville will receive $147,089,058 in federal funding for its downtown revitalization project the Emerald Trail. The U.S. Department of Transportation funds initiatives to improve transportation access and safety, and restore community connectivity in underserved areas.

The project will construct 30-miles of trails, greenways, and parks to connect downtown Jacksonville to local businesses, schools, and transit.  The completed project will revitalize the neighborhood strengthening tourism and entrepreneurial opportunities.

“I’m excited to have worked with Congressman Rutherford to help secure over $147 million in direct grant funding to support the City of Jacksonville and Jacksonville Transportation Authority’s master plan to transform 14 historic neighborhoods and downtown into the Emerald Trail,” said Congressman Bean. “From trails to greenways to parks, it’s critical that our transportation networks have the infrastructure to keep Floridians safe while they walk, bike, and drive. I’m glad to support the Emerald Trail project with financial resources that will jumpstart the work and bring us closer to this nature trail becoming a reality.”

You can find Congressmen Bean and Rutherford’s letter of support for this project HERE.

More information on the Emerald Trail project can be found HERE.

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