Central Avenue Reconfiguration and Parking Expansion Virtual Meeting

The City of Phoenix held a virtual public meeting on July 15, 2026, to discuss the proposed reconfiguration of Central Avenue between Washington Street and Monroe Street. The project involves removing one northbound travel lane to add 17 metered parking spaces to support nearby businesses, while maintaining traffic flow and safety. Traffic engineering analysis indicated no negative impact on intersection level of service during peak hours, even considering future growth. Public comments included questions about lane configurations north of Monroe and suggestions to incorporate street trees for pedestrian safety and heat mitigation. The city invited further public input through their project webpage, with meter installation planned for early fall 2026.