West Jackson Avenue safety grant application
Summary
Two approved work zones will pinch traffic: a lane closure on West Jackson Avenue (Jan 27–Feb 3 window) for the Overlook Development driveway, and scaffolding that narrows North 14th Street to 18–20 feet for about a month at the Magnolia Collection.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct city cost; contractors handle traffic control.
The developers completing their projects.
Commuters on West Jackson Avenue and North 14th Street face congestion and narrower lanes during the work windows.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Aldermen - May 19, 2026
The city is applying for an 80% federal grant to improve West Jackson Avenue near Walmart, including a signal at Mall Drive. The project is estimated at $7.6 million, with the city's share about $1.6 million — and $5 million in congressional directed funds is already in the works.
Board of Aldermen - Jan 20, 2026
Two approved work zones will pinch traffic: a lane closure on West Jackson Avenue (Jan 27–Feb 3 window) for the Overlook Development driveway, and scaffolding that narrows North 14th Street to 18–20 feet for about a month at the Magnolia Collection.
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