The Fayetteville City Council held its Agenda Session on April 8, 2024, focusing on the city's pavement management and sidewalk enhancement plans. The meeting began with a presentation on the city's street inventory, which is conducted by a contractor who assesses the condition of each street using a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) that ranges from 0 to 100. This index categorizes streets from excellent to very poor, with 75% of Fayetteville's streets currently rated in very good to excellent condition, significantly better than the national average.

The overall network PCI for Fayetteville stands at 77, with only 3.4% of streets classified as very poor or poor. This positive assessment is attributed to the addition of approximately 50 miles of new streets due to growth and development in the area. The city aims to maintain this quality by implementing timely treatments to prevent streets from deteriorating further, which can lead to more costly repairs.

The presentation also outlined the steps involved in the city's pavement management plan, which includes determining the yearly budget, running a model based on PCI data, and conducting field reviews to ensure the model's recommendations align with actual street conditions. The final plan for the upcoming year includes approximately 11.5 miles of street work, with an estimated material cost of $2.4 million.

In addition to street maintenance, the council discussed sidewalk projects. A scoring system is used to prioritize sidewalk enhancements, with plans to construct about 5,800 feet of new sidewalks. The city is also focusing on crosswalk enhancements, particularly the installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) at key crossings, which are deemed appropriate for streets with moderate traffic.

Council members raised concerns about the impact of recent heavy rains on road conditions, noting an increase in potholes and damage to newly paved roads. City officials acknowledged the challenges posed by weather conditions and encouraged residents to report issues through available channels.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to address service requests and maintain the quality of Fayetteville's infrastructure, ensuring that both streets and sidewalks meet the needs of the community.