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Mayor Mary Sheffield announces $58M Detroit road repaving project
By Whitney Burney at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield announced a $58 million investment Tuesday to repave streets in every neighborhood across the city. Watch Whitney Burney's video report below: $58 million Detroit road repaving project announced by Mayor Mary SheffieldThe project will repave 44 miles of residential st...
Key takeaway 5 million Construction of Michigan Avenue streetscape (Woodward to Cass) - $ 6 million Construction of West Grand Boulevard Streetscape - $ 2 million Constructing new brick paver roads on historic Virginia Park, from Woodward to John C.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The $58 million road repaving project announced by Mayor Mary Sheffield is a significant investment in Detroit's neighborhoods, going beyond just infrastructure to enhance the overall quality of life for residents. By repaving streets in every neighborhood, the city is addressing a long-standing issue that has plagued residents for decades, as evident from Michelle West's experience of reporting potholes for nearly 20 years. The project's focus on residential streets, major thoroughfares, and community spaces like the Joe Louis Greenway and Virginia Park, demonstrates a commitment to improving the daily lives of Detroiters. As work kicks off on the east side, residents like Mose Primus and Tracy Hale are already seeing the positive impact, with Primus noting the visible difference the work is making and Hale embracing the disruption as a necessary step towards beautifying their neighborhood. This project has the potential to boost community pride and revitalize local economies, making it a crucial step towards a more equitable and thriving Detroit.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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