Designed by the Low Income Development Center (LIDC) and funded through the American Relief Program Act (ARPA), the Newton Street (34th Street to 37th Street) Project aims to transform Newton Street into a green street that harmonizes innovative environmental design with the needs of our community. The project will incorporate key elements such as the construction of sidewalk improvements, storm drain improvements, stormwater best management practices, and landscaping. These features are intended to enhance our neighborhood's safety and sustainability.
The City has allocated $922,000 through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to fund the project. The estimated total cost for the project is $885,000.
The Newton Street Improvement Project will consist of the following phases:
- Storm Drainage Installation
Installation of new concrete piping in the roadway to effectively capture and redirect stormwater runoff, improving drainage and reducing the risk of flooding. - Concrete Replacement
Replacement of deteriorated curbs, sidewalks, and driveway aprons to ensure pedestrian safety and maintain access standards.
- Asphalt Resurfacing
Base repairs, surface milling, and installation of a new asphalt surface course to enhance road quality and extend pavement life.
Download the Concept Schematic Plan Newton Street (PDF).
Status
Construction for the Newton Street Project, spanning 34th Street to 37th Street, started in August 2025. NZI Construction has been awarded the project. Work was temporarily suspended in November 2025 due to cold weather conditions. The project is currently approximately 80 percent complete, with remaining work, including roadway resurfacing, landscaping enhancements, and the installation of traffic-calming measures, scheduled to resume in the spring once weather conditions allow. Upon completion, the project will improve roadway conditions, pedestrian safety, and neighborhood aesthetics.
Related News:
Newton Street Project Update (Nov. 7, 2025)
Newton Street Project: Phase 1 Construction Underway (Aug. 28, 2025)
Newton Street Transformation Project Set to Begin in Late August (Aug. 19, 2025)
Join the Newton Street Improvement Project Community Conversation (Sept. 3, 2024)
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