Next month, the City of Fredericksburg will begin work on an infrastructure improvement project in the Mayfield neighborhood near Dixon Park. According to a news release, the project is focused on increasing pedestrian safety and accessibility in the neighborhood through upgraded Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ramps, crosswalks, bump-outs, and intersection enhancements.
This project is jointly funded through the city’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), a federal program administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), as well as the city’s Traffic Calming line items in its Capital Improvement Plan.
The CDBG program supports improvements that benefit low-to-moderate-income neighborhoods, with a focus on accessibility and community development. Construction is scheduled to begin on Aug. 11 and is anticipated to be completed by the end of August, weather permitting.
The project includes the installation of ADA-compliant curb ramps, improved crosswalks, and pedestrian-friendly intersection modifications designed to enhance safety and mobility for all users. These improvements directly support the city’s commitment to accessible and inclusive infrastructure.
Improvements will take place at the following intersections in the Mayfield neighborhood:
- Intersection of White Street and McKinney Street
- Intersection of King Street and McKinney Street
- Intersection of Howison Avenue, Airport Avenue and Dixon Street
- Intersection of White Street and Glover Street
- Intersection of White Street and Tyler Street
During construction, residents may experience brief access restrictions and minor traffic disruptions. “No Parking” signage will be posted in active work zones to ensure the safety of crews and the public.
Additional pedestrian enhancements were completed at Lafayette Boulevard to Twin Lakes Drive. ADA ramp upgrades are underway in the Idlewild neighborhood and along Princess Anne Street. A planned crosswalk addition is slated for Lafayette and Weedon Street in the near future.
Fredericksburg City Council will discuss additional improvements in coming months as the Downtown Traffic Study nears completion.
