A major construction project in west Jasper is scheduled to begin soon.
A Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project will begin in early April with construction lasting through October.
This is a $1.6 million project with $700,000 in awarded federal funds and $450,000 in matching funds provided by Jasper Waterworks & Sewer Board and the City of Jasper.
The work will see sewer and water line, curb and gutter and sidewalk improvements beginning on 10th Avenue at 21st Street to 10th Avenue and 19th Street, then continuing along 19th Street to the Jasper Area Family Services Center (formerly West Jasper Elementary School).
Mayor David O’Mary said this is a long-awaited project that city officials are excited to see begin.
“This project has been slow to materialize due to the challenges of securing grant funding,” he said. “The project will bring much needed improvement in the areas of infrastructure, streets and sidewalks. We are excited to partner with the Jasper Waterworks Board.”
