Laureen Bodin

Amount Appropriated?

$5.8M

FFID tracks stages 1–2 — stages 3–5 vary by agency, assistance type, and earmark structure.

Project Description

Purpose: The project includes the complete reconstruction of Trunk Highway 25, including watermain, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, sidewalks, trails, streetlights, curb and gutter, and street surfacing. A wide sidewalk and bike lanes will be constructed along the corridor to accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians. \n\nValue to the Taxpayer: The project provides many benefits to taxpayers within the region, including environmental, economic, sustainability, safety, mobility, and quality of life. Water quality of Buffalo Lake will be improved by eliminating accidental sewage discharges into Buffalo Lake, significantly reducing impervious surfaces along the lake, and adding storm water treatment units. Improving the connections between downtown Buffalo and Buffalo Lake and investing in public space will spur additional re-development in the area, which will increase real estate value and increase tax base. Pedestrian safety will be greatly increased with focused crosswalks with median refuges and decreased traffic speeds. Turn lanes will reduce accidents and decrease traffic delays. The overall quality of life will be improved with the additional public open space, connecting Buffalo Lake and the adjacent popular Sturges Park to retail and commercial establishments, high-density residential areas, and senior living, all of which are located within downtown Buffalo. \n\nDowntown Buffalo is the heart of the community and is pedestrian centric. Sturges Park is located across TH 25 from the downtown area and is the City of Buffalo\u2019s most utilized park, hosting many regional activities throughout the year. Though this project is highly beneficial and greatly needed, costs are high and are burdensome to the City of Buffalo.