In Progress Public Safety Transportation District 1

Central Avenue Safety Corridor

A corridor-wide safety upgrade will calm traffic, shorten pedestrian crossings, improve lighting, and make bus stops easier to reach along Central Avenue.

Central Avenue Safety Corridor project area and community engagement concept.
Project notice: In Progress The team will publish the 90 percent design package, respond to remaining access concerns, and prepare the first construction bid package.
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Project overview

A corridor-wide safety upgrade will calm traffic, shorten pedestrian crossings, improve lighting, and make bus stops easier to reach along Central Avenue.

What this project delivers

  • Six upgraded signalized intersections with accessible crossings.
  • Protected bicycle connections and safer bus boarding areas.
  • New street lighting, shade trees, and clearly marked loading zones.

Community involvement

Residents, merchants, transit riders, and accessibility advocates are reviewing final block-by-block plans through open houses, pop-up events, and an online comment form.

People asked for clear milestones, predictable access, and regular updates they can understand at a glance.

Community engagement summary

What happens next

The team will publish the 90 percent design package, respond to remaining access concerns, and prepare the first construction bid package.

Project team

Public Works & Mobility leads the work with Procurement, Communications, operations staff, and community partners.

Project timeline

Updated July 17, 2026

  1. Discovery and scope

    April 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025

    Discovery and scope for Central Avenue Safety Corridor, including documented decisions and public updates.

  2. Community review

    November 30, 2025 – August 1, 2026

    Community review for Central Avenue Safety Corridor, including documented decisions and public updates.

  3. Design and approvals

    August 1, 2026 – April 1, 2027

    Design and approvals for Central Avenue Safety Corridor, including documented decisions and public updates.

    Current phase · 32% complete
  4. Delivery and closeout

    April 1, 2027 – November 30, 2027

    Delivery and closeout for Central Avenue Safety Corridor, including documented decisions and public updates.

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