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Jun 22
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Safety on the trail: Did you know?

By 3mc
Did you know, numerous studies across the country have shown that greenways, in general, tend to be safer than the communities surrounding them? That said, the City recognizes that safety is one of the top issues on people's minds regarding the Three Mile Creek Greenway. That's why the City has taken proactive measures to prepare a safety plan for the Three Mile Creek Greenway. Here are some important pieces of that plan: Greenway Safety Studies from Other Communities On both local and regional scales, there have been numerous studies completed regarding Greenway safety after these projects were built. Overall, the…
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May 26
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Funding obtained for future greenway segments.

By 3mc
The City of Mobile has obtained funding for additional segments of the Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail. Those segments will extend the trail east from the Japanese Gardens for over a mile along the north side of the creek. Funding was allocated from the City's Capital Improvements Plan with support of a grant from the State of Alabama's Transportation Alternatives Program. Construction is expected to begin in 2023. The City is currently seeking funding to extend the greenway trail from Bush Park west across I-65. This future segment will complete the initial greenway vision to connect from the Japanese Gardens…
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Jan 31
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February 28 Neighborhood Plan Workshop

By toulminville
Join Councilman Penn and Mayor Sandy Stimpson, along with a group of passionate Toulminville residents in a workshop to improve the community. LeFlore high school will host the event at 700, Donald Street, Mobile, Al. At this hands-on session, come prepared to share ideas about how to address community priorities, conditions and opportunities that were shared at the previous meetings. Please complete this survey prior to the meeting: http://www.mapformobile.org/toulminville-survey/ Please register to reserve your seat  
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Jan 19
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Construction on Phase 1 begins in February 2023

By Watershed Restoration
Construction on the Three Mile Creek Watershed Restoration project will begin in early 2023. Phase 1, which includes bank stabilization from University Blvd to Museum Drive, will begin in February. The contractor for this phase is James H. Adams & Son Construction. Phase 2 is anticipated to begin in May and Phase 3 is anticipated to begin in August. These phases may be contracted separately.  
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Jan 15
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The City has published its third 5-year capital improvement plan. Visit the CIP page to learn more.

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Aug 25
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September 15 Neighborhood Plan Workshop

By toulminville
Join Councilman Penn and Mayor Sandy Stimpson, along with a group of passionate Toulminville residents in a workshop to improve the community. LeFlore high school will host the event at 700, Donald Street, Mobile, Al. Learn more about the City's Neighborhood Planning Toolkit and share your ideas for Toulminville’s future! Please register to reserve your seat  
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Jul 13
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City Council adopts UDC

By UDC
After a series of public hearings, City Council has adopted the UDC.  Information about City Council Hearings can be found on www.cityofmobile.org.  Below are livestream records from those hearings. July 12, 2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MH6Hg-QkFfo May 10, 2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhIeQizBdLs
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May 20
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City Council to consider draft UDC

By UDC
The current proposed UDC (shown here) was considered by City Planning Commission the March 10, 2022 public hearing. At that hearing, Planning Commission recommended that the proposed UDC be considered by City Council at a future public hearing. Alabama state law requires at least two public hearings for adoption – one with the Planning Commission followed by one with the City Council. The draft UDC may be revised during the City Council review process. Information about City Council Hearings can be found on www.cityofmobile.org
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Apr 22
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Broad Street to close from Canal to Government

By Broad Street
Mobile, Ala. – Beginning next week, Broad Street will be closed from Government Street to the roundabout at the intersection of Canal Street so crews can begin replacing underground utilities and adding new curbs, ramps, and drainage features to the area. This section of Broad Street will close at approximately 6 a.m. on Monday, April 25, and will remain closed for several months as the work in this area continues. During the closure, Washington Avenue will be used as a detour from Government Street to Canal Street. There will be multiple signs in the area marking the detour while the road…
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