Event Brief
Oct 9, 2026 at 10:20 PM ET
Bern's Steak House sues over South Howard flood project
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Bern's Steak House and five other property owners filed two class-action lawsuits against Tampa, Mayor Jane Castor, contractor Kimmins Contracting and engineering firm AtkinsRéalis USA. The suits challenge the $100 million project, alleging misuse of $13.4 million in stormwater fees and improper contract selection; construction could disrupt South Howard for three to four years starting in spring 2027.
WHO: Bern's Steak House, companies tied to Ciccio Restaurant Group and the Epicurean Hotel, and three other property owners; defendants include the City of Tampa, Mayor Jane Castor, Kimmins Contracting Corp. and AtkinsRéalis USA Inc.
WHAT: Two class-action lawsuits challenge Tampa's $100 million South Howard Avenue flood-relief project.
WHEN: Reported Oct 9, 2026 at 9:49 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa
WHY: The plaintiffs allege the city diverted $13.4 million in stormwater fees to other projects without a required public hearing and awarded the construction contract without following proper selection guidelines.
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