In episode 141, Garrett sits down with Karen Kress, Director of Transportation and Planning at the Tampa Downtown Partnership, for a deep dive into how Tampa’s urban core is evolving. From expanding the Riverwalk and redesigning Bayshore Boulevard to making streets safer for bikes, e-scooters, and pedestrians, Karen shares the bold ideas and behind-the-scenes efforts shaping the city’s future. They explore why historic preservation matters, how parking policies can spark development, and what it will take to create a truly vibrant, connected downtown. Whether you care about transportation, public spaces, or Tampa’s growth, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
0:00:00 - Introduction
0:03:06 - Harbor Island People Mover
0:05:16 - Downtown Tampa in the 90’s
0:07:14 - Tampa Downtown Partnership
0:21:37 - Streetcar Extension
0:34:55 - North Downtown Vision Framework
0:52:35 - Parking Minimums
1:09:15 - Franklin Street
1:20:09 - Dash Tampa
1:32:53 - South Downtown Vision
1:42:46 - Bike Transportation
1:52:56 - West River Walk
2:08:47 - Marion Transit Pkwy
2:22:44 - Yellow Brick Row
