Council gives general go‑ahead to refined 2J bond project list and agrees $500,000 set‑aside for school crossings

The Wheat Ridge City Council reviewed a refined project list May 19 for the city’s Next Chapter (2J) bond program and gave staff general direction to proceed with design and public outreach on the prioritized projects, with one addition: a $500,000 set‑aside to fund safe‑routes‑to‑school crossing improvements.

Why it matters: The 2J bond measure provides the primary funding source for major street, sidewalk, bikeway and drainage improvements in the city. Staff said the refined list balances corridor work, pavement maintenance and sidewalk/bikeway gap closure while preserving funds for drainage emergencies.

Public Works Director Maria DeAndrea told council the recommendation follows internal prioritization and outreach: "As you may recall, this…