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ConnectCR to break ground on new Alliant Energy Light Line project in Cedar Rapids

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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) — ConnectCR held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday morning for the brand new Alliant Energy LightLine.

This will be a pedestrian bridge that will connect NewBo and Czech Village.

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The project is expected to be finished by 2026 and be a safer way for bikers and walkers to cross the Cedar River.

Tuesday’s groundbreaking was held at the 948 building at the base of Mount Trashmore.

New renderings of Alliant Energy LightLine pedestrian bridge released, ConnectCR holding open house
The Cedar Rapids City Council approved spending millions of dollars more than originally estimated to construct the Alliant Energy Lightline Bridge.
Alliant Energy LightLine pedestrian bridge lit up at night(ConnectCR)

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