Lee Roy Selmon, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ first-ever draft pick in 1976, left an enduring legacy both on and off the field. His remarkable football career and unwavering dedication to the community solidified his place as a Tampa Bay icon. Even after his passing, his influence continues to inspire. More than just a legendary athlete, […]
Hurricane season has arrived and the waters of Tampa Bay are increasingly hospitable for tropical systems, meaning everyone must remain vigilant until the season’s end on November 30. Here are some essential safety tips to help you stay secure as the tropics become more active. Research Your Evacuation Zone and Develop a Plan Based on […]
Lee Roy Selmon, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ inaugural pick in the 1976 draft, left an indelible mark on the world of football. His stellar career on and off the field solidified his legacy as a true Tampa Bay legend. Even years after his passing, his influence resonates within our community. Beyond being an extraordinary athlete […]
The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) is committed to improving all the underpasses as part of the scope of work for the South Selmon Capacity Project. And while all the underpasses will get significant makeovers as part of the project, the space at Bay to Bay Boulevard and MacDill Avenue has room for extra amenities. […]
The Tampa-Hillsborough County Expressway Authority (THEA) was established by the Florida Legislature in 1963 to bring roadway infrastructure projects online in Hillsborough County. Since then, the Tampa Bay region has evolved and changed from a sleepy West Coast Florida town to one of the most attractive places in the country. Throughout that time, THEA has been […]
THEA is excited to announce the 2023 USF-E Bridge Building Competition taking place at the University of South Florida College of Engineering EXPO! This competition supports THEA’s engagement with the Selmon STEM Scholarship (S3) Program, a program designed in honor of the late Lee Roy Selmon. THEA created the S3 program to honor Mr. Selmon’s […]
THEA is committed to supporting economic development in the Tampa Bay area through our services and products. THEA’s Small Business Enterprise (SBE) policy, including disadvantaged businesses (DBE) in addition to minority and women-owned businesses (MWBE), provides mechanisms to enhance procurement contracting opportunities for these diverse populations. For the past six consecutive years, our toll agency […]
In October, Major Jane Castor announced the City of Tampa’s commitment to Vision Zero. The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) has always been committed to safety for all modes of transportation and is happy to continue helping the City of Tampa reach its Vision Zero goals. THEA initiated multiple project-specific safety enhancements aiming to reduce […]
The Tampa Bay region continues to expand with an influx of new residents in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. In 2020, Tampa Bay gained about 47,000 new people, marking this as a year that attracted one of the highest amounts of new residents gained in any year in the last decade. THEA is preparing […]
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