Mohave Today

TEMPE, Ariz.  – Tempe is renewing its efforts to improve Eighth Street, between Rural Road and McClintock Drive, for bicyclists and pedestrians.

After extensive outreach, the project was expected to start construction in 2019. However, the project was delayed after the discovery of a significant prehistoric archaeological find. 

Tempe continues to engage in robust consultation with the Four Southern Tribes of Arizona to create a redesigned streetscape plan that will respect, preserve and celebrate the archaeological discovery, as well as incorporate it into the plan.

Learn more about the discovery by watching a video and reading the report.  

The Eighth Street Streetscape project may include redesigned on-street parking, ADA, bicycle and pedestrian improvements and a proposed multi-use path, with landscape and lighting. The project is designed to accommodate all road users, emphasizing safety, access, comfort and sustainability.

The Tempe community is encouraged to attend public meetings to view the redesigned streetscape plan and provide feedback on:

Wednesday, Oct. 18noonZoom meetingRegister

Wednesday, Oct. 186 p.m.EnVision Center1310 E. Apache Blvd.

 

This project is included in the Transportation Master Plan. Construction is anticipated to start in fall 2024. The project is funded through a Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality grant and Tempe Transit Tax funds.

For more information about the Eighth Street Streetscape project, and to comment online Oct. 18 to Nov. 1, visit tempe.gov/8thStreet.

Original source can be found here.