Construction is moving along for that development.
Phase 1 of the project is expected to be completed by the end of this year. Once the first phase of the project is completed, there will be an elevated destination playground on top of a park pavilion building. There will also be a large flexible event lawn, as well as a new bulkhead, riverwalk, and more.
And Riverfront Plaza is one of a number of projects coming to life.
“We will have probably dozens of cranes in the air in the matter of a year,” said Jimmy Peluso, councilman for District 7. “It’s going to be incredible.”
Through the city’s new campaign called “I Dig Jax,” you can check to see what other projects are underway. So far, the website lists 10 projects. Some of those include phase 1 of the RiversEdge Parks & Boardwalk, Shipyards West, and Metropolitan Park.
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan said this year they expect to complete design work on both the new Shipyards West Park and the re-design of Metropolitan Park.
“So, we are making real progress toward a vibrant and thriving downtown, it’s evident in these and many other projects that are underway or ones that are going to be starting very soon,” said Mayor Deegan.
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Riverfront Plaza The Riverfront Plaza will include an elevated destination playground on top of a park pavilion building, a large flexible event lawn, as well as a new bulkhead, riverwalk, and a plaza space connecting Riverfront Plaza to the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. (City of Jacksonville)
Riverfront Plaza The Riverfront Plaza will include an elevated destination playground on top of a park pavilion building, a large flexible event lawn, as well as a new bulkhead, riverwalk, and a plaza space connecting Riverfront Plaza to the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. (City of Jacksonville)
Riverfront Plaza The Riverfront Plaza will include an elevated destination playground on top of a park pavilion building, a large flexible event lawn, as well as a new bulkhead, riverwalk, and a plaza space connecting Riverfront Plaza to the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. (City of Jacksonville)
Music Heritage Garden The waterfront of the Jacksonville Performing Arts Center will become a park to celebrate the city's musical heritage. It will include a a musical heritage garden honoring local musicians and composers, a children’s music play area, engaging art elements, and a cutting-edge outdoor wall projection venue inclusive of a sculptural projection tower. (City of Jacksonville)
Park Street Road Diet Park Street will soon connect LaVilla and the Regional Transportation Center with the Five Points and Riverside neighborhoods. Improvements will also link Park Street to the Emerald Trail and McCoys Creek Greenway. (City of Jacksonville)
Park Street Road Diet Park Street will soon connect LaVilla and the Regional Transportation Center with the Five Points and Riverside neighborhoods. Improvements will also link Park Street to the Emerald Trail and McCoys Creek Greenway. (City of Jacksonville)
RiversEdge: Central Riverfront Park The RiversEdge development will include more than four acres of public park spaces. it will have a large central riverfront Park featuring an iconic sculpture and a flexible lawn bordered by a walking track and a pavilion (City of Jacksonville)
McCoys Creek Outfall The McCoys Creek Outfall project will widen and deepen the creek, increasing its capacity and reducing the risk of flooding. This will complete another link of the Emerald Trail. (City of Jacksonville)
Shipyards West Park The 10-acre Shipyards West will be a place for Jacksonville residents to explore nature, learn about the city's history, and engage in various activities. (City of Jacksonville)
St. Johns River Park & Friendship Fountain When completed, this space will feature a history-themed play park, a wedding venue, picnic areas, and interpretive gardens. (City of Jacksonville)
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