The Columbus City Council has approved a $1,053,025 expenditure from the Streets and Highways Bond Fund to support the Cassady Avenue Widening project from Bexley Corp to 7th Avenue. The project involves reconstructing Cassady Avenue from a two-lane uncurbed section to a three-lane curb and gutter section, with additional turn lanes at East 5th Avenue. Key enhancements include a new traffic signal, sidewalks on the east side, a shared-use path on the west side, new street lighting, and street trees where feasible. Additionally, a 12-inch water main between Avalon Place and East 5th Avenue will be replaced. A portion of the improvements will cross or be near active railroad tracks operated by CUOH, requiring a construction and maintenance agreement between the city and CUOH for services such as plan review, flagging, and inspection.
This project will improve traffic flow, pedestrian safety, and multimodal connectivity in a crucial Columbus corridor. The expansion and infrastructure upgrades are expected to enhance transit efficiency and support economic growth along Cassady Avenue.