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Elm Street reconstruction project: city plans outreach and recommends 30 mph posting; school-zone timing proposed

Idaho Falls City Council · January 20, 2026
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Summary

Public works outlined the Elm Street federal-aid reconstruction timeline (design into 2026; construction expected 2027), outreach via a "story map" and mailer, and a December speed study that staff said supports posting 30 mph on Elm with a flashing 20-mph school-zone reduction during pick-up/drop-off.

Public works staff told the council on Jan. 20 that the federally funded Elm Street reconstruction is in the design and public‑outreach phase, with project design expected to finish in summer 2026 and construction anticipated in 2027. Presenter Chris Canfield described a project "story map" and a mailer with a QR code to gather public input in lieu of a public meeting.

Canfield said the team has met with stakeholders including…

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