Below is a summary of roadway improvement projects that will be underway this year downtown. We also encourage you to read about the numerous flood control projects currently underway.

This project includes ADA improvements along the west side of 2nd Street that will create an ADA-accessible route along the Paramount Theatre. The project also includes a new asphalt road surface, with an upgraded streetscape, continuing the ADA and streetscape improvements made in 2019 on 3rd Avenue. The project is scheduled to start after the 4th of July, and be completed within six weeks. 2nd Street SE will be closed while work is underway.

Starting early July, this project will include roadway, sidewalk, and utility replacement, including the intersections of 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue. We anticipate the work will be completed by the end of November 2021. 6th Street in this area will be closed during construction; business access will remain open.

A quick, two-week resurfacing project is currently underway on 6th Street SE, between 6th Avenue - 9th Avenue. The road remains open.

The project includes pavement repairs, curb, and gutter repairs; sidewalk replacement and ADA improvements; and replacement of traffic signals at 1st Avenue and 12th Street. As part of the project partnership with the MedQuarter, aesthetic improvements are also included, such as decorative brick pavers, colored sidewalk, tree planting, and street light upgrades (privately funded). 1st Avenue will remain open to traffic, with single lane closures. Access will be maintained to all businesses and medical facilities. Construction is scheduled to start late July and be completed by late fall.