[Normal]

To all those who are hoping for more retail south of 44, the new Walmart site on the corner of Morse and 44 has earth movers on site and a chain link fence with covering has been placed around the perimeter. It seems they are moving fast.

It’s an exciting time with our Target looking like a Target, the Outback awaiting staff and construction going on on a lot of retail.

[CarlR33]

Traffic jams moving south, LOL

[ohioshooter]

Originally Posted by Normal

To all those who are hoping for more retail south of 44, the new Walmart site on the corner of Morse and 44 has earth movers on site and a chain link fence with covering has been placed around the perimeter. It seems they are moving fast.

It’s an exciting time with our Target looking like a Target, the Outback awaiting staff and construction going on on a lot of retail.

You didn’t mention Hooters.

[dtennent]

Hope they add lanes to Morse Blvd south crossing 44. At times the traffic is backed up past the roundabout at Kristine Way. In fact, this should be done before Walmart opens.

[Bilyclub]

Originally Posted by dtennent

Hope they add lanes to Morse Blvd south crossing 44. At times the traffic is backed up past the roundabout at Kristine Way. In fact, this should be done before Walmart opens.

The consensus on social media is that the traffic signals timing is way off or that the sensors are bad. A right turn lane would help too.

[justjim]

Who is going to pay for the road improvements for the 44 super Walmart and the new Costco just off 466? If not Walmart and Costco, it likely will be us Villagers.

[Normal]

Originally Posted by justjim

Who is going to pay for the road improvements for the 44 super Walmart and the new Costco just off 466? If not Walmart and Costco, it likely will be us Villagers.

I’m sure the revenue taxes could easily pay for the improvements.

[vintageogauge]

Wonder how they got the okay to tie into the sewer system hold prior to 2027. This project was not approved until after Wildwood put a hold on new projects using the overworked sewage plant until 2027.

[GreggC69]

Any chance for a golf access (assuming it will require a bridge over Morse south of 44 from the chitty chatty path somewhere) to get there?

[Bogie Shooter]

Bridge over Morse???

[Altavia]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Bridge over Morse???

That 45/Morse corner looks like it will be a mess, but...

Who would have imagined 5-6 years ago the developer would complete golf cart bridges across 44 twice plus the two more over the Turnpike.

Or added tunnels under Warm Springs and the former 470.

Or completely remove/reroute much of 470 - adding multiple roundabouts.

Or three Charter Schools and have two huge commercial districts under construction at Middleton and Eastport simultaneously.

That Super Wallmart has probably been in planning those five years. So I wouldn't rule anything out at this point ;-)

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by GreggC69

Any chance for a golf access (assuming it will require a bridge over Morse south of 44 from the chitty chatty path somewhere) to get there?

Someone will get to 44/Morse new Walmart by cart, legal or not. This afternoon a rental cart crossed 44 at BV, (pressed the walk button) then continued on the side of 44, Not sure how far they got, because WPD was right beside them on 44 with lights and short whoop whoop siren.

[MorTech]

Originally Posted by dtennent

Hope they add lanes to Morse Blvd south crossing 44. At times the traffic is backed up past the roundabout at Kristine Way. In fact, this should be done before Walmart opens.

I think they are going to need a bridge over 44.

[fishon]

Originally Posted by vintageogauge

Wonder how they got the okay to tie into the sewer system hold prior to 2027. This project was not approved until after Wildwood put a hold on new projects using the overworked sewage plant until 2027.

The land is owned by the Villages. The Villages sewer system will likely be used not the City of Wildwood.
Apparently Walmart will have a ground lease and not own the property, just like Walmart Neighborhood Market.

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by MorTech

I think they are going to need a bridge over 44.

Already a bridge over 44 to CC. Retail in that corner has already been in the works for many years. I highly doubt adding more lanes are in the plans and why cart bridge, no money to be made by the build. Living south of 44 we won’t cart to the new Walmart. Their fuel for our car would be the only reason to stop. Anything else from Walmart if I was in need just comes to my front door, same day if needed. Last night at 7pm ordered baking items, and things to make 3 appetizers for gathering today. My cameras just went off, time to put away the groceries