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Winter awarded $600,000 DOT grant for Monroe Street reconstruction
Summary
City engineer said the South Dakota DOT selected Winter’s Monroe Street project for a $600,000 Community Access Grant that can fund up to 80% of eligible surfacing and storm-sewer costs; council discussion focused on phasing, ADA access, parking and a likely 2026 construction window.
Winter’s city engineer told the City Council on Dec. 2 that the South Dakota Department of Transportation has awarded the city a $600,000 Community Access Grant for the Monroe Street reconstruction project. Engineer Jake Morris said the grant can cover "up to 80% of eligible construction costs," and that the money is primarily intended for surfacing and storm-sewer work.
The application named a four-block focus area, with Phase 1A targeting two blocks of Monroe between Highway 18 and Fourth Street as the priority. Morris said the preliminary plan includes new sidewalks and diagonal on-street parking to improve business access and pedestrian ADA connectivity. He said the project is a strong fit for the DOT program because of the roadway condition, proximity to businesses and pedestrian-access shortfalls.
Morris said the immediate next steps are further coordination with DOT, more detailed design work in 2025 and budgeting; if schedules align, the city would advertise bids in winter 2026 and complete construction that spring and summer. "Considering the size and scope, I think it could certainly be done in one construction season," Morris said.
Council members asked about lighting and how the finished street would compare to Main Street; Morris said lighting is included and the preliminary design envisions a Main Street–style appearance with improved sidewalks and parking. Public Works Director Troy Krueger provided input on coordinating utilities and other site work.
The award positions the city to leverage state funds for a larger share of surfacing costs while city staff plan design and budgeting over the next year. The council did not take a separate vote on the grant award at the meeting; Morris said formal paperwork and next steps will come from DOT.
