Description
Title: Resolution to Approve an Agreement with the Downtown Development Authority for the Fourth Avenue Reconstruction Project and to Appropriate $2,188,032.00 in Contributing Funds (8 Votes Required)
Summary
The Fourth Avenue Reconstruction Project in Ann Arbor is a collaborative initiative between the City of Ann Arbor and its Downtown Development Authority (DDA). This project, approved under RFP No. 2026-02, involves a comprehensive reconstruction of Fourth Avenue, including roadway improvements, utility upgrades, and enhancements to sidewalks and public amenities. The DDA will oversee the project management, while the City will fund a portion of the costs, totaling approximately $5.74 million for construction. A Shared Spaces and Streets Grant of $200,000 has also been secured from the Michigan Department of Transportation to support the initiative. This agreement aims to improve urban infrastructure, promote sustainability, and enhance the public realm, directly benefiting residents and visitors in the area.