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Cincinnati Beekman Corridor safety upgrades near completion

Cincinnati’s Beekman Corridor safety project is nearing completion, bringing new traffic-calming measures, shorter pedestrian crossings and bicycle connections to South Cumminsville. The improvements aim to slow drivers, make streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, and improve access to nearby neighborhood destinations. The project focuses on Beekman Street, a busy corridor where residents and city officials…

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Cincinnati to receive $72.1 million from railway trust for infrastructure in FY2028

The board of trustees of the Cincinnati Southern Railway Trust (CSRT) recently approved a $72.1 million distribution for the city in fiscal year 2028. This will support existing city-owned infrastructure, with an additional $10 million recommendation, designated as a one-time boost. The board approved the distribution during its quarterly meeting Tuesday, Sept. 15 for fiscal…

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Cincinnati climate migration plan prepares city for potential population growth

Cincinnati leaders are preparing for the possibility that climate change could bring more residents to the region in the coming decades. A new report from Axios highlighted the city’s efforts as officials plan for potential newcomers fleeing increasingly difficult conditions elsewhere. The issue has moved beyond speculation for Cincinnati officials. The city’s Office of Environment…

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Neighborhood plan for Downtown Cincinnati will guide growth after 40 years

Cincinnati officials launched the planning process Friday, Aug. 28, with city leaders, Downtown residents and business representatives. The effort will create a new long-term vision for Downtown Cincinnati as the area continues to undergo major development.  The plan will examine how public spaces, streets, housing, offices and new projects fit together. Mayor Aftab Pureval said…

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Cincinnati lead service lines reach 10,000 replacements as thousands remain

Cincinnati lead service lines have reached a major replacement milestone as Greater Cincinnati Water Works passes 10,000 removals. The Cincinnati lead service lines program still has more than 30,000 lines to replace across the utility’s service area. Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) marked the milestone Wednesday, Aug. 26, highlighting progress from a program that began…

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US DOT announces $5.3B rail investment during Cincinnati visit

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a $5.3 billion rail investment Friday during an event at Cincinnati’s historic Union Terminal.  Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the Federal Railroad Administration funding as part of a nationwide effort to improve rail safety and modernize passenger rail infrastructure.  The funding will support projects in 23 states. Federal officials…

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Two utility workers in high-visibility safety jackets servicing an open manhole on a flooded city street.

Metropolitan Sewer District flood damage could push costs beyond budget

Cincinnati officials are assessing the financial impact of historic flooding that damaged homes, businesses, roads, and sewer infrastructure across the city.  The Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) of Greater Cincinnati has already received thousands of reports related to sewer backups and flooding following the storms that struck the region in mid-July.  Local leaders say the scale…

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Flood infrastructure review begins after deadly Cincinnati flooding

Cincinnati officials have launched a flood infrastructure review after flash flooding killed one person, injured three others, and caused widespread damage across several neighborhoods.  Mayor Aftab Pureval said the city will evaluate how its infrastructure and emergency response performed during Friday’s storm while working with state and federal partners to support recovery efforts.   The announcement…

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