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City staff outlines plan and cost estimates for repairs to Parallel Parkway

March 17, 2026
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City staff described planned repairs for Parallel Parkway, citing coordination with utility companies and budget constraints; staff estimated roughly $230,000 per mile for paving alone and about $750,000 for a full stretch including curbs and ADA ramps.

A city staff member outlined plans and cost estimates for repairing Parallel Parkway, a major arterial through the city, saying the corridor has deteriorated rapidly and needs prompt attention.

The staff member said Parallel Parkway "is one of our major thorough pairs through our city" and that it is classified as an arterial and by the Mid-America Regional Council as a major arterial, adding that heavy traffic contributes to pavement wear. "You see cars just flying by all the time," the staff member said, noting deterioration over the last five to six…

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