City of Tampa provides update on South Howard flood relief project

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- In a chaotic meeting, Tampa city leaders gave an update on the South Howard Flood Relief Project and gathered input from residents.

Depending on who you ask, the project is either a step in the right direction or a costly mistake.

Some said, the project will provide necessary flood relief.

"What they're going to put in place is that spine that will prevent or reduce the likelihood of flooding for a lot of portions of South Tampa," Resident Ben Bernabei said.

Others said, it's costly, inconvenient, and will leave businesses in the crossfire.

"If our clients and employees can't get to our business, we can't service our clients,' Body By Design owner Linda Misner explained.

Nevertheless, the city is moving forward.

City leaders said, the South Howard Flood Relief