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City manager: state LRA funds available for phase 9 street resurfacing; South Broad utilities work continues
Summary
The city manager reported that state Local Road Assistance (LRA) funds were included in the amended FY2025 budget with no match required and will be used for the city's Phase 9 street resurfacing plan; officials also said utility work on South Broad Street (Soft Broad in packet) is underway and residents should expect continued delays.
The city manager reported the state amended the FY2025 budget to include Local Road Assistance (LRA) funds that do not require a local match; the city plans to apply those funds toward its Phase 9 street-resurfacing plan.
Staff said the Phase 9 plan — previously presented to the council and broken down by district in the meeting packet — can be amended if priorities shift. The manager encouraged councilmembers to consider district needs and suggested transferring funds between districts if particular streets demonstrate greater need.
The manager also provided an update on utility and road work on South Broad Street: contractors have begun pole transfers and other utility relocations, crews are working pending weather, and temporary closures and signage remain in place until utility work is complete and paving can proceed. Officials asked residents to be patient during the multi-stage construction process.
No formal action was required; this item was an informational update from staff.
