The Pace Street Improvements project between 9th Avenue and 17th Avenue will rehabilitate and widen the asphalt, make walking and biking easier, and upgrade the street’s drainage.
What’s included:
- Buffered bike lanes in both directions for more space and safety
- Two rapid-flashing crosswalk beacons (RRFBs) to help people cross more safely
- Stormwater drainage upgrades including new curb and gutter on the west side of Pace Street
- Rough and Ready Greenway Trail Improvements between Pace Street (north of 9th Avenue) and Mountain View Avenue
Updated: Feb. 10, 2025
The City is currently soliciting bids for this project. A contractor is expected to be selected in March with construction beginning in April-May 2026.
During Construction:Â
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- At least one lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained at all times.
- Pedestrian and bike detours may be in place at times on Pace Street, detours will be signed and easy to follow.
- Construction will occur between Monday – Friday from 7 am – 6 pm. There may be times when work is required on the weekends due to weather and other factors.
This project aims to fix the roadway, widen the street and improve the drainage system along Pace Street from 9th Avenue to 17th Avenue. These upgrades will help traffic move more smoothly and make the street safer for everyone. Completing this rehabilitation work now costs less than waiting until the road becomes more damaged and requires reconstruction.
Project Schedule
Finalized Design – December 2025
Bid Advertisement for Contractor – February 2026
Construction Awarded to Contractor – Anticipated in March 2026
Construction Start – Anticipated between April-May 2026
Anticipated Construction Period – 8 Months
Project Map
The following map illustrates the project corridor and area of focus:

The Street Fund Sales and Use Tax provides funding for a variety of City transportation services, programs, and improvements. The Street Fund Sales and Use tax is 3/4 of a cent, or less than one cent on a one-dollar purchase.
The City of Longmont’s Storm Drainage Fund is used for the maintenance, operation, and capital improvements of the city’s storm drainage system. It is funded by monthly user fees charged to residential and non-residential customers, as well as a 2022 storm drainage bond approved by voters.
This fund is used to pay for a portion of the capital costs for arterial street and intersection improvements needed due to new development in the city. It is established to ensure that new growth contributes to the infrastructure required to handle its impact on the transportation system. This fund receives revenue from payments of the Transportation Impact Fee on new construction.
Yes, the Current posted speed limit on Pace Street is 45 MPH and it will be reduced to 35 MPH.
No, trees will not be removed for the widening effort along Pace Street.
No, southbound and northbound traffic will be maintained with lane shifts. There may be detours set up for pedestrian and bicycle traffic as the sidewalks and curb ramps are under construction.