East Lake Road Construction Grant Application
Summary
The county is applying for up to $71 million in federal surface transportation money for East Lake Road, though the match figure far exceeds realistic awards.
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Last discussed Jul 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential federal grant of up to $71 million against a listed match of about $70 million.
North Pinellas commuters using East Lake Road.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of County Commissioners - Work Session — July 16, 2026
The county plans to apply for $140 million in state DOT funding to build East Lake Road from Curlew north to Trinity, with a $35 million local match from Penny for Pinellas. The match straddles Penny 4 and Penny 5, raising questions if Penny 5 doesn't pass.
Board of County Commissioners — March 24, 2026
The county is applying for up to $71 million in federal surface transportation money for East Lake Road, though the match figure far exceeds realistic awards.
Board of County Commissioners — February 17, 2026
A $7.9 million federal grant application would fund 80% of the design for widening East Lake Road from Curlew to Trinity, while interim signal retiming and bridge projects are underway to relieve congestion sooner.
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