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City Manager's Office
555 Liberty St. SE
Room 220
Salem, OR 97301
503-588-6255
bond2022@cityofsalem.net
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Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Keep Salem Moving!
In November 2008, Salem voters approved a “Keep Salem Moving” $100 million project bond to pay for street and bridge projects that relieve congestion, improve safety, and rebuild or maintain pavement and bridges in Salem.
With that investment the City completed more than 40 projects included in the original Keep Salem Moving! bond measure and received additional funding from the State of Oregon and Federal government totaling over $21 million.
Thanks to sound financial and project management, the City was able to use savings and leverage other funds to address additional transportation needs, including neighborhood sidewalk reconstruction. These state and federal funds, along with project savings, allowed the City to fund an additional 31 projects.
About 90 percent of the total project value was awarded to local contractors during the economic recovery, following the 2008 recession.
In total, 71 projects have been funded as part of the 2008 Keep Salem Moving! bond package. By January 2022, 66 projects were completed and five projects remain in progress. Upon completion, of all projects funded through this bond measure a total of 45,189 feet of streets will be widened and 63,245 feet of new sidewalk will be stretched throughout the City.
Projects paid for by Keep Salem Moving!
- Riverfront Park Access
Safety Improvements to the Railroad Crossings at Riverfront Park
- New Roads
Street improvements and widening on Broadway Road
- Updated Intersections
Glen Creek and Wallace Road intersection improvements in West Salem
- Pavement Upgrades
New street pavement like Eola Dr NW
News
Traffic Alert: Intersection at McGilchrist Street SE and 22nd Street SE to Close April 1 for Bond Project Construction
The City of Salem is informing drivers who use McGilchrist Street SE that the intersection at 22nd Street SE will be closed to traffic beginning April 1, 2024. The closure will continue through July 2024.
This project is partially funded through the 2022 Safety and Livability Bond project approved by the voters and will:
- enhance traffic flow
- increase pedestrian and bicycle safety
- improve stormwater infrastructure to protect homes and businesses from flooding
During the closure, drivers are advised to follow designated detour routes and use caution while traveling near work zones. Traffic congestion is expected and drivers in the area should expect some delays.
Details:
- Location: McGilchrist Street SE at 22nd Street SE
- Date and Time: Monday, April 1, 2024, continuing to July 2024.
- Affected Areas: The McGilchrist Street closure will include travel lanes and sidewalks within 650 feet of the intersection.
- Caution: Drivers are urged to use 12th Street, 25th Street, Madrona Street, and Mission Street as detours, follow all traffic signage, and watch for workers in the area.
Find details about the McGilchrist Street Project or other Safety and Livability Bond Projects at the City of Salem’s website. The Active Construction Map provides up-to-date information on scheduled or emergency road closures in Salem. To report issues, contact the City of Salem’s Public Works Dispatch Center at 503-588-6211 or service@cityofsalem.net.