Improved pedestrian safety in Loveland's downtown area, as new crosswalks have been installed.
The City of Loveland and the Loveland Downtown Development Authority (DDA) have received a $250,000 Colorado Department of Local Affairs Revitalizing Main Streets (RMS) grant for a crosswalk project in downtown Loveland. This project forms part of the City's Heart Improvement Plan, which has already brought revitalization efforts to 4th Street.
The new crosswalks will be installed at the intersections of 3rd Street with Cleveland Avenue and Abraham Lincoln Avenue. These new crossings aim to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity in a high-traffic area, providing a direct and secure connection between downtown and the Foundry Parking Garage.
During construction, which is expected to take approximately two weeks, pedestrians are encouraged to use crosswalks at 1st Street and 4th Street until the new crossings are complete.
In addition to the crosswalk installations, there will be some traffic changes. 3rd Street westbound traffic will close at Man City Avenue, with detours via Jefferson Avenue. Similarly, 3rd Street eastbound traffic will close at Cleveland Avenue, with detours via Railroad Avenue. During construction, both Man City Avenue and 3rd Street will remain reduced to one lane.
Work will occur weekdays between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Residents can track progress and learn more about the Heart Improvement Plan at lovgov.org/HIPStreets. For questions, contact the City's Public Works Department at 970-962-2524 or email [email protected].
The RMS program funds infrastructure projects to encourage walking, biking, and community vitality across Colorado. This grant is matched with 10% local funding, demonstrating the City's commitment to improving its downtown area.
The City of Loveland is excited about these improvements and looks forward to a safer and more connected downtown.
