"Enhancing Neighborhood Safety: The Quebec Street Sidewalk Project"

Project Timeline and Closures

Director Nancy Kuhn of DOTI informs that the sidewalk improvement project will span several months. Specific road closures include: from 13th Avenue to Colfax Avenue, which will be closed from Dec. 2 to Dec. 20; from Colfax Avenue to 17th Avenue, closed from Jan. 2 to Feb. 17; and from 17th Avenue to Montview Avenue, closed from Feb. 18 to April 3. These closures are crucial for the safety of the construction crews amidst traffic.

The sidewalk improvement project is an integral part of DOTI's Quebec Street Mobility and Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project. It aims to enhance neighborhood safety, comfort, and access, as emphasized by Kuhn.

Repair and Expansion Efforts

Crews are working hard to fix the gapped sidewalks in Denver, expand the narrow ones, and add sidewalks to sections that require them. Quebec Street is a transit corridor, and having the safest walking options is essential for people to reach their destinations. With more than 300 miles of sidewalk gaps in Denver, these repairs are of utmost importance.

As Kuhn stated, "We want a complete sidewalk network that works for everybody. It should be wide enough for those in wheelchairs to move around easily. These efforts are happening right now in the city."

Project Funding and Impact

The project was approved by Denver voters and will cost $3.8 million. The funds come from the Elevate Denver Bond and Rise Bond projects. This significant investment will bring about positive changes to the neighborhood, improving pedestrian safety and accessibility.

As of Dec. 2, DOTI has closed Quebec Street between 13th Avenue and Colfax Avenue and rerouted north and southbound traffic via Monaco Street Parkway and Syracuse Street. A map is provided to assist with detours around the area.

Brian Sherrod, a multimedia journalist and the First Alert Traffic Tracker Reporter at CBS News Colorado, keeps residents updated with the latest reports. You can read his latest work or check out his bio and send him an email.