Opening Day of Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park! Norma Gene Lykes walks along a portion of the Foundation's "Walk of Shade" lined by signature red benches. Tampa Parks & Recreation Director Paul Dial (on right) and Jason MacKenzie, city photographer, on left. Middle image shows Norma Gene getting a tour of the River Center by City Contractor Brad Suder. Additional funds were donated by the Foundation to fund shade structures over various seating and bleacher areas.
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During the construction process, two F. E. Lykes Foundation board members admire the view from the River Center landing.
