JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you’ve ever driven over the Mathews Bridge that connects downtown Jacksonville to the Arlington neighborhood, then you’ve likely seen some beautiful views of the city from high above the St. Johns River.
City councilman Ken Amaro – whose District 1 represents Arlington – says while the bridge is structurally sound, it’s outdated and needs a new design to meet the needs for the next generation that drives over it.
“I just believe a possible replacement, possible expansion, something about this structure which is important to one of the most important river crossings because it connects downtown to not just Arlington but to the Beaches – so it’s time to have this conversation and have a serious conversation,” Amaro said…