Charles Anderson Bridge Project Engineering
Summary
The historic bridge rebuild is 100% federally funded — the city pays $0 of the ~$60.5 million construction bill. Committees recommended another $6.3 million in federal money and the amended agreements to keep the project moving toward a 2028 completion.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 3
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Oct 20, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
No city dollars — an extra $6.3 million comes from the Federal Highway Administration.
Drivers, pedestrians and South Side/Oakland commuters who rely on the bridge, plus preservationists who want the historic span kept rather than demolished.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Standing Committees — November 10, 2026
The historic bridge rebuild is 100% federally funded — the city pays $0 of the ~$60.5 million construction bill. Committees recommended another $6.3 million in federal money and the amended agreements to keep the project moving toward a 2028 completion.
City Council — November 2, 2026
Council advanced amended agreements boosting the Charles Anderson Bridge project by roughly $18 million total — including $11.8 million more to Mosites Construction — with federal dollars covering nearly all of it.
City Council — October 20, 2026
Council approved an additional $350,020.85 for construction management and inspection on the Charles Anderson Bridge, with 100% federal reimbursement.
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