This week, the City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW), in partnership with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LaDOTD) and the Sewage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO), celebrated the completion of the $12 million roadway improvement project on Poydras Street bounded by Claiborne Avenue to Liberty Street and Convention Center Blvd to Loyola Avenue.
“Poydras Street is one of the vital arteries of New Orleans, connecting residents and visitors to the heart of our city.” said Mayor LaToya Cantrell. “These repairs strengthen our infrastructure, making the area safer and more accessible for all. This project will significantly ease maneuvering around the city by improving traffic flow, reducing congestion, and providing safer, smoother routes for drivers, cyclist, and pedestrians alike.”
The project, funded by City Bonds, marks a significant enhancement to the Central Business District and the city as a whole in preparations for the Super Bowl LIX. The Poydras Street Project is one of the 32 projects ongoing developments in this area, reflecting the Cantrell Administration’s dedication to fostering thriving communities for generations to come.
“As we prepare for major sporting and cultural events, this project underscores our readiness to welcome hundreds of thousands of fans, players, and visitors from across the world and I look forward to accomplishing more together,” said Councilmember Leslie Harris, District B.
The project includes street resurfacing work, repaved roadways, various sidewalk replacements, driveway repairs, patching, milling, drainage upgrades, and the installation of Americans with Disability Act (ADA) -compliant curb ramps at intersections. Additionally, the project includes new bike lanes between Loyola Ave. and Convention Center Blvd.
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