West 38/39/40th Street roadway and drainage improvements
Summary
A $4.1M project will fully rebuild three streets with new drainage, curbs, sidewalks and shoulder parking — but business owners said they were never invited into the design process. The mayor tabled it two weeks so they can meet with staff before the vote.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $4.1 million in city funds, partially CDBG-funded with a September spending deadline.
Residents and businesses on those flood-prone streets get new roads, drainage and sidewalks.
Business owners worried about losing on-street parking and street elevation changes flooding their lots.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Jun 23, 2026
The city finished its state-required vulnerability assessment, finding that heavier storms and rising groundwater are the main flooding threats. Over 100 candidate projects — from maintenance to capital improvements — are now ranked and ready to be used to chase state and federal grant money.
City Council - May 12, 2026
The city hired a contractor and an inspection firm for a $4.1 million roadway and drainage overhaul between West 16th and 18th Avenues. Streets Division staff met with affected business and property owners before the vote.
City Council - Apr 28, 2026
A $4.1M project will fully rebuild three streets with new drainage, curbs, sidewalks and shoulder parking — but business owners said they were never invited into the design process. The mayor tabled it two weeks so they can meet with staff before the vote.
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