2025 Pauline Blvd Reconfiguration Project

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Project Limits​

Pauline from South Seventh Street to Main Str​eet.​ 

​​Map of Pauline showing where the project will take place


Project update:

After careful consideration and review of the design options and public input, the project team has determined that curbside parking will be maintained on the south side of road from Seventh Street to Main Street, along with bike lanes in both directions. Residents can expect an update regarding the project timeline in November, ​2024. Construction is currently scheduled to begin in March 2025.


Project Manager
Nicholas Bayley, P.E.
[email protected]
​734.794.6410 ex.43685​

Timeline

Public Engagement
Spring-Winter 2024
Design
June-August 2024
Construction

March-August 2025​

Why is this project being done?

  • Replace aging 6-inch cast iron watermain with a new 12-inch Ductile Iron watermain
  • Replace the asphalt road given the fully aged surface condition
  • Inclusion of all ages and ability bikeway


Potential Impact to Residents​​

  • Noise and dust from construction work
  • Detouring of AAATA bus route 28
  • ​Relocation of hydrants may impact street parking
  • Bike lane configuration will impact street parking​

Cost & Funding Source

City of Ann Arbor Bridge, Sidewalk and Street Millage and Act 51 funds (Gas & Weight tax Revenue) from the State of Michigan.​

Documents and project materials

Questions and answers

What is the difference between floating and curbside parking?

Floating means vehicles can park next to the vehicle traffic lane with the bike lane along the curb. Curbside means vehicles can park along the curb with the bike lane along the vehicle traffic lane.

What is a parking protected bike lane?

In this arrangement, parked cars – located in a floating parking lane – act as a protective buffer between the vehicle traffic lane and the bike lane.


Is it possible to have a two-way cycle track along one side of the road, instead of a one-way cycle track?

A two-way cycle track introduces more complexity and more potential conflicts between vehicles and bicycles. Two-way cycle tracks are typically used when the road is narrower. This is not the case for Pauline, so staff did not recommend it.


Will bus stop locations along Pauline Blvd. be impacted by this project?

Yes. The number of stops will remain the same, but locations may change. 


Will any street trees be impacted by this project?

No street trees are currently planned to be removed. However, some trimming will be required to provide 18 ft clearance above the pavement.


Will any storm drainage updates be made during this project?

Most catch basins will be replaced within the limits to a 2 ft diameter structured with a sump to catch sediment before it enters the storm pipes. Catch basin leads will be replaced up to the storm sewer Maintenance Hole. 


Will more parking signage be added to the street to make parking expectations clearer?

Limited parking and no parking signs can be added along the project limits and west beyond Seventh.


After public input is gathered for this project via the online survey, when will design options be shared with the public?

When the design is 80% complete staff will be able to share it with the public.