In a recent government meeting, city officials discussed significant updates regarding infrastructure projects and funding allocations for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting highlighted the postponement of the Tough Street project, originally scheduled for fiscal year 2024, due to design and existing conditions challenges. As a result, the city will focus on two major projects this year while backfilling fiscal year 2024 with two years' worth of sidewalk and partial paving reconstruction throughout the city.

Officials noted that no major sidewalk or partial paving work is anticipated for this year, although some specific repairs and the installation of speed humps will take place. The funding for these projects is derived from three sources: Chapter 90 funding, a general fund appropriation, and a Citi bond request totaling just over $6 million. Notably, the state has allocated an additional $500,000 to the city’s Chapter 90 funding this year, enhancing the city’s capacity to undertake infrastructure improvements.

During the meeting, questions arose regarding the repaving of streets that have recently had speed humps installed. Officials confirmed that the current approach involves removing the speed humps, milling the street, repaving, and then reconstructing the speed humps. However, they acknowledged that contractors may propose alternative solutions as the projects progress.

The discussion also touched on the Lehi and Tufts intersection, with officials expressing enthusiasm for the innovative approaches being considered for its development. The meeting concluded with a call for collaboration and continued dialogue as the city moves forward with its infrastructure plans.