Tri-Cities City Council approved a $500,000 allocation for street repairs on July 15, 2026. The funding will target downtown streets with significant potholes and cracks, according to minutes from the July 15 council meeting.
The council's decision follows a public hearing on July 10 where residents expressed concerns about deteriorating road conditions. Councilmember Jane Smith noted the repairs would address safety hazards and improve traffic flow in the downtown corridor.
The city's public works department will begin work on August 1, with completion expected by October 15. The project is part of the city's annual infrastructure maintenance plan.