Fremont CA – The city has started building a new Central Park Community Center, with a 2028 opening target, more flexible space, and a replacement for aging facilities.
Sacramento CA – The I Street Bridge replacement is still alive, but bids came in far above estimates, pushing the long-planned project toward a 2027 start.
Raleigh NC – Stage 1 water restrictions started April 20 as drought conditions continued, changing how residents, landscapers, and businesses water lawns and outdoor spaces.
Portland OR – City Council is set to vote April 22 on a new transportation utility fee that would start in 2027 and charge most households and businesses.
Hobbs NM – A reported road-work detour could send some WIPP shipments through the city, but the route change is not confirmed and remains temporary.
Colorado Springs CO – Tejon Street is fully closed downtown April 20-24 for final paving, striping, and crosswalk work before the corridor reopens.
Phoenix AZ – City officials are moving toward a vote on higher residential trash fees, with the Council scheduled to decide April 22 and household bills likely to rise.
Phoenix AZ – The City Council votes April 22 on a smaller residential trash fee increase that would start July 1 if approved and could raise bills over three years.
Erie PA – State water funding will cover 1,250 service connections, facility repairs, pipe lining, and a Bird Drive main project, with construction expected this year.
Colorado Springs CO – The Cache La Poudre Street and Mesa Road bridge closes April 20 for a months-long rehab project that will affect park access, traffic, and nearby trips.
Minneapolis MN – The city’s 2026 construction season tops $323 million, and 1st Ave S will bring reconstruction, utility work, and likely detours downtown.
Detroit MI – The April 15 water board agenda lays out a proposed $1.45 billion five-year capital plan, plus east-side lead line work and a Jefferson Chalmers stormwater item.
Minneapolis MN – The city says 37 infrastructure projects are underway or starting in 2026, with bridge closures, resurfacing, lead pipe work, and utility upgrades.
Laplace LA – Two LaPlace street clusters are under boil-water advisories after emergency repairs, while St. John Parish keeps lift-station rehab work moving.
Chicago IL – A record rain at O’Hare brought flooded streets and basement backups citywide, and MWRD’s overflow alerts explain why the system was stressed.
Vansant VA – Buchanan County’s proposed 2026-27 budget shows where leaders are aiming limited dollars next year, from schools and roads to disaster-related costs.
Baton Rouge LA – The Metro Council is set to vote April 22 on a police pay plan that could stay narrow or expand into broader city-parish raises.
Harrisonburg VA – Council heard an updated $25.8 million plan for the city hall complex on April 14, with bond financing likely this summer.
Torrington WY – The city’s annual spring clean-up is underway April 11-18, with baler hours, tire limits, restricted items, and windy weather to plan around.
Cape Coral FL – Jaycee Park reopens April 30 after a major rebuild, with a May 8 ribbon cutting and a few unanswered questions about food and drink service.
Buffalo NY – The city’s new budget proposal centers on a 25% property tax-levy hike, a reported $109 million gap, and a fight over basic services.
Kent WA – The city closed bidding on a 2026 chip-seal project that could affect West Valley Highway and Kent-Kangley Road, with council review still ahead.
