In collaboration with SWA Group, we’re planning both near-term improvements and a long-term vision for Stude Park, and we need your input. Near-term priorities include upgrading the playground, enhancing park safety, connectivity, and overall usability. Your feedback will also help shape the long-term vision for the park and surrounding green space network along the White […]
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The 28th St. intersection at Durham Dr. will be closed from today, September 25, 2024, until Monday, October 7, 2024. Southbound traffic on Durham will not be affected. Drivers wishing to turn west (right) onto 28th St. should detour via 27th St. Traffic west of Durham should use 27th St. to access Durham and points
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Based on the improved traffic information provided by the INRIX Origin/Destination data and our discussions with Mayor Whitmire, we have updated our plans to better serve the needs of the community. Key changes to the project include: Shepherd and Durham Drives: The plans will now include three, 11-foot through lanes on both Shepherd and Durham drives,
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The Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority (MHRA) expresses gratitude and support for Mayor Whitmire’s decision to proceed with Phase 2 of the Shepherd Durham Reconstruction Project. We appreciate the administration’s willingness to work with MHRA to address concerns and to maintain the project’s benefits and grant funding. The Shepherd Durham project promises significant benefits for a
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This week, the cross-streets at 25th and Shepherd Dr. are undergoing construction. Over the next few weeks, new storm sewers and pavement will be installed at 25th, 26th, and 27th streets, causing street closures. At no point will Shepherd Dr. be closed completely; however, at any given time, one of the cross streets will be closed. To
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It’s been a little over two years since we broke ground on The Shepherd Durham Project and began the work to make critical improvements to the area. This project aims to create a safer community, and today, we’re sharing updates on the progress, along with what’s to come in the months ahead. Phase 1 of
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In major cities, something as simple as well-lit streets is often taken for granted. Yet, adequate lighting plays an important role in our daily lives, enhancing safety and helping us navigate. Currently, lights are being installed between 15th and 20th streets. These lights will be activated in the coming months, and we’re excited to share
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Ongoing roadway construction along the Shepherd and Durham project will affect 19th street cross traffic at Durham to allow the Contractor to demolish, excavate and construct the middle portion of pavement along Durham. All eastbound and westbound traffic along 19th will be required to turn south on Durham while roadway operations progress. Construction on the
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Changes are happening every day at the Shepherd Durham Project. The improvements are designed to make our roads safer for drivers, pedestrians, bike riders, and the people who live, work, and travel through the area. From new bus stops to better sidewalks, and safer bike lanes to more shade trees and better lighting, this project
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Total closure of Shepherd Dr. & 20th St. on Monday, March 20th in the evening. As construction progresses on the Shepherd & Durham project in the Heights, crews are working to connect newly constructed water lines into the city’s network. The work requires both Shepherd Dr. and 20th St. to be completely closed so work
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