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State Street project will add protected bike lanes, northbound transit lane and raised crosswalks; construction set for May–Nov 2025
Summary
City staff outlined a $5.3 million State Street Improvements Project from South University to East William that includes protected bike lanes, a northbound bus-only lane, raised mid-block crosswalks and upgraded pedestrian signals. ET McKenzie is the recommended contractor; construction is projected to start May 5 and pause for the July art fair.
City staff presented detailed designs for the State Street Improvements Project on March 19, saying the work will add protected bike lanes, a northbound transit-only lane, raised mid‑block crosswalks and intersection upgrades between South University Avenue and East William Street.
The presentation to the Ann Arbor Commission on Disability Issues outlined goals tied to the city’s Vision Zero and carbon‑neutrality targets and stressed design elements intended to serve “all ages and abilities.” Mark McCullough, the project presenter, described curb and ramp updates, two upgraded signalized intersections (at Seventh Street and Miller at Maple), protected bike lanes, bus platforms adjacent to cycle tracks and two raised crosswalks. He said the project will also consolidate two water mains into a single main, implement stormwater infiltration features and replace the roadway surface.
The project area spans roughly 0.2 mile on State Street near the University of Michigan campus. McCullough said a recommended contract award to ET…
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