About the project

Butterworth Street Reconstruction (Marion to Front)

Construction is expected to start in 2027

  • Phase 1: Marion Avenue to Hogadone Avenue (2027) 

  • Phase 2: Hogadone Avenue to Front Avenue (2028) 

Project elements:  

  • Watermain replacement
  • New stormwater catch basins and greenspace 
  • Raised bicycle lanes from Front Street to Marion Street
  • Updates to parking along Butterworth Street
  • Addition of pedestrian crossing signs at key crosswalks to improve driver awareness
  • Removal of trees, where necessary, to accommodate ADA-compliant sidewalks and utility installation
  • Planting of some new trees

Map of Butterworth Street SW reconstruction area.

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Project Timeline

planned
planned

August 26, 2026

Meeting 1: August 26, 2026 from 12-1 p.m.
Goei Center
818 Butterworth Street SW

Meeting 2: August 26, 2026 from 4-6 p.m.
Goei Center
818 Butterworth Street SW

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planned
planned

October 2026: Open House #2

 

 

planned
planned

2027 Construction

Phase 1: Marion Avenue to Hogadone Avenue 

 

planned
planned

2028 Construction

Phase 2: Hogadone Avenue to Front Avenue