Flagstaff Transportation Commission Meeting - April 1, 2026

The City of Flagstaff Transportation Commission meeting on April 1, 2026, focused primarily on transportation planning and capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on several major infrastructure projects such as the Bula University realignment completed at approximately $21 million, the Cedar Locket Fourth roundabout with a $5.3 million budget involving ADOT and city funds, and the John Wesley Powell extension with a $49 million developer and city-funded construction managed by Banick Key Construction. The commission also reviewed the City of Flagstaff Transportation Capital Improvement Program, highlighting ongoing and upcoming projects funded through Proposition 419, federal grants including BUILD and SMART grants, and other sources. Notably, the Butler Fourth complete street corridor project, estimated at $26 million for construction with $19 million in BUILD grant funding and $2.9 million in SMART grants, was discussed with plans for a pedestrian tunnel and bike facilities. The meeting included a presentation of the pedestrian and bicycle crash report using 2024 data, which informed safety priorities and potential capital projects. Several projects are in design or construction phases, with some construction anticipated to start soon and others planned over the next few years. The commission also discussed grant approvals, budget allocations, and upcoming contract awards such as Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) approvals for construction management contracts. Overall, the meeting provided a comprehensive update on transportation infrastructure investments, funding sources, and project timelines relevant to procurement and capital improvements in Flagstaff.