Newport to Take Ownership of Purple People Bridge

City of Newport working to take ownership of historic Purple People Bridge

The city of Newport is working to take over control of the iconic Purple People Bridge.

Newport to take ownership of Purple People Bridge

Once nearly destined for demolition, the Purple People Bridge has instead become one of the regions most loved connectors, and soon, it will officially belong to the city of Newport.The Purple People Bridge Company is transitioning ownership of the bridge to the city of Newport at a special meeting of the Bridge Company Board of Directors on Sept. 10, according to the city.The Purple People Bridge is one of the regions most iconic landmarks, con…

City of Newport to assume ownership of Purple People Bridge and keep 'beloved landmark' viable - NKyTribune

The iconic Purple People Bridge is entering the next phase of its life, as the Purple People Bridge Company plans to transition its ownership to the City of Newport at a special meeting of its board on September 10. The bridge’s ongoing needs as public infrastructure requires continued maintenance and investment, so public entity ownership...