San Antonio advances downtown redevelopment
San Antonio awarded a $3.7 million contract for a study to connect downtown with the East Side as part of Project Marvel, spurring economic activity.
The study, awarded to AECOM Technical Services, will explore ways to reduce the barrier between downtown and the East Side, specifically focusing on the I-37 corridor. The goal is to improve pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, making the area safer and more walkable. The study area will focus on the nearly 2-mile stretch of I-37 from Houston Street to Carolina Street, encompassing the future sports and entertainment district, Project Marvel, and the Alamodome. The city aims to create a "seamless urban experience" through this connector project. Funding for the study includes almost $3 million from a U.S. Department of Transportation Neighborhood Access and Equity Planning Grant. A 20% local match of $740,000 will come from the city's Hotel Occupancy Tax Redemption and Capital Fund. The public input process is expected to begin in April. The study is projected to continue through the end of the year.
