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Garfield Avenue Reconstruction

Garfield Avenue Reconstruction

In 2014, Grand Rapids voters established the Vital Streets fund, which dedicates its focus to improving our street conditions. The Garfield Avenue project is funded by Vital Streets. Construction began in June 2026. 

About the project

Garfield Avenue (Butterworth to Fulton)

Construction began in June 2026

This is a reconstruction project. Contractors will replace the road and upgrade what is listed below:

  • Driveway approaches and sidewalks
  • Water
  • Parkways and street trees
  • Storm sewer
  • Curb extensions 

Check out our Road Construction Guide to learn more.

Construction Project Prep Checklist PDF download

Business Marketing Toolkit PDF download

Detour Map PDF download

Project Documents: 

*Please note: Spanish translators were available during meeting presentations.

 

PROJECT TIMELINE:

June 3, 2024: Concept Design Meeting -- at this meeting we shared the proposed project design

June 17, 2026: Construction Preparation Meeting -- at this meeting we shared information about the work to be completed, schedule, and access during construction

June 24, 2026: Construction Start Date

October 2026: Construction Estimated Completion

Closure and Detour Map

Detour Route for Eastbound Fulton St. W Closure

 

Project Limits

 

Have a question?

Contact Us: 

communityengagement@grcity.us

311 or 616-456-3000

Project Timeline

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complete

June 3, 2024: Concept Design Meeting

At this meeting we shared the proposed project design. 

complete
complete

June 17, 2026: Construction Preparation Meeting

At this meeting we shared information about the work to be completed, schedule, and access during construction. 

 

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live

June 24, 2026: Construction Start Date

 

 

planned
planned

October 2026: Construction Ends