George Crady Bridge

Thanked the commission for supporting efforts to reopen the historic fishing pier and urged expedited action.

Invited commissioners to a June 22 site tour of the George Crady Bridge with the Mayor and expressed concerns about public access and development.

Requested assistance in restoring and reopening the historic George Crady Bridge for safe public fishing.

Urged leaders to work together to reopen the Duval County side of the George Crady Bridge safely.

Asked for help to remove the gate lock and restore access to the bridge so anglers are not overcrowded.

Spoke on the need to open up the George Crady Bridge and address creek maintenance.

Urged the city to expedite repairs and reopen the George Crady Bridge fishing pier for local residents.

Voiced frustration over the closure of the George Crady Bridge fishing pier and the loss of traditional fishing access points downtown.

Invited commissioners to tour the George Crady Bridge fishing pier and highlighted restricted public access and missed tourism opportunities.

Expressed deep concern over a recent email stating the city stopped contributing its annual $35,000 maintenance share for the George Crady Bridge in 2023, urging officials to investigate and fight to get the bridge reopened.

Shared comments on local waterways, school capital improvement projects, and tourism marketing in connection with regional bridge and park initiatives.