Sidewalk Replacement Program in final stages

A 15 year plan for sidewalk upgrades and repair is nearing completion following the inspection and evaluation of all sidewalks. Staff is currently assessing the cost of repairs and prioritizing locations based on several factors outlined in the City’s Housing Improvement Strategy. Construction on the sidewalks identified in the plan is expected to begin in June.

2017 Construction Projects

The anticipated warmer temperatures will also bring on roadway infrastructure projects.

Watch for news regarding detours and road closures posted on the City's Facebook page "baycitygovernment", city website baycitymi.org and formal news releases. You can sign up on the Notify Me section on the city's webpage to receive city news automatically.

Midland/Vermont Curve Resurfacing, Wenona to Dean

Project: Roadway resurfacing, water main, curb and gutter, and sidewalks.
Start Date: May 1
Detour May 1-June 9: Henry, Thomas/Jane (M-25), and Euclid (M-13)

Midland Business District Improvements, Henry to Litchfield

Project: Complete street reconstruction from Henry to Walnut, including new sewer, water main, sidewalks, and street lighting. Asphalt resurfacing and lighting only from Walnut to Litchfield.
State Date: July 10
Detour: Vermont, Catherine, John, and Walnut

Patterson Avenue Resurfacing, Marquette to Smith

Project: Asphalt resurfacing, water main, and new storm sewer
Start Date: July 17
Detour: Marquette, Transit, and Smith

Water System Improvements

Water System Improvements are scheduled at three separate intersections on Midland Street at Kiesel, Warner and Chilson streets.

New 8” water main will be installed at each intersection to replace existing 1.5” lead pipe water mains. This project has been identified in our lead abatement program and will improve water quality to residents in this vicinity. To reduce cost and traffic interruptions this project is being coordinated with the traffic detours for the Midland Street / Vermont S-curve pavement project detour (May 1 – June 9).

Summer Holiday Collection Schedule

May 29 - Memorial Day

City Offices Closed Monday - 1 Day Delay
Crews working Tuesday—Saturday

NOTE: City Offices Open and Crews working Monday July 3rd

July 4 - Independence Day

City Offices Closed Tuesday - 1 Day Delay
Crews working Wednesday—Saturday

2017 Construction Projects Late Summer

Fillmore Reconstruction, Trumbull to Park

Project: Street reconstruction from Trumbull to Park, including new storm sewer, water main—with 23 lead water service replacements, and spot sidewalk repair
Start Date: The design is in early phases, and construction is expected in July or August.

Independence Bridge Repairs

Project: Replacement of the Bascule span deck grating, span stringers, and sidewalks.
Start Date: September 2017 and continue through April 2018
Detour: Traffic during the first phase will be maintained with single lane
closures, as needed. Traffic during the second phase (approximately December through March) will be detoured to the Liberty Bridge.

Murphy Street, Joseph to Sidney

Project: Complete street reconstruction, new storm sewer, new water main, curb and gutter and sidewalk repairs.
Start Date: The design is in process. Construction dates and traffic maintenance have not yet been determined.

If you have questions regarding construction projects, you may contact our Engineering Manager Rachel Phillips at 989-894-8183 or look for construction updates on the City’s website www.baycitymi.org.

Alley Grading

All gravel alleys will be graded this year. This task will be completed after a round of citywide sweeping has occurred.

Public Works will rent a small grader to complete the work. Anticipated start is the first week in May.