MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – Big changes are coming to one of the city’s busiest south-side streets.
Tonight the City Planning Commission unanimouly approved the design for rebuilding Division Street, from Genesee Street to Joliet Road. The plan narrows the road, removes parking from one side and adds a separated path for walkers and bikers. Underground, crews will replace aging water and sewer lines.
City Planning Commission Chair Kevin Clegg says the project will fix more than just the pavement. “Once it does get built there’s going to be more smooth road sections,” says Clegg. “There’s been a lot of potholes and problems on that road and we’re using the opportunity to replace water mains that have existed since the 1800’s, and there’s going to be a new multi-use path.”
Construction is expected in 2027. Property owners along the road will receive a questionnaire from the city about access to their homes and businesses.
