California Construction News staff writer
The City of Fresno has launched the “Pave More Now” program, a $100 million initiative aimed at repaving and upgrading streets across the city. Funded through a bond, the program is designed to address the city’s growing backlog of deferred street maintenance, which has escalated from approximately $500 million three years ago to an estimated $1.2 billion today.
Construction on Phase One began this month, focusing on major corridors including Shields, McKinley, and Shaw avenues. The first project along Shields Avenue, from Palm to Fruit avenues, is expected to cost about $700,000. This phase includes asphalt concrete grind and overlay, signing and striping, replacement of traffic signal loops, and adjustment of water valves and manhole covers to grade.
The City of Fresno awarded the $5.7-million construction contract for Bid Package A to Cal Valley Construction, Inc. This contract encompasses various locations citywide and is part of the city’s broader effort to improve street conditions and infrastructure.
The program aims to improve the quality and safety of city streets, reducing maintenance costs over time and support local businesses by improving access and reducing vehicle damage due to poor road conditions.
Phase One is set to continue through the fall of 2025, with Phase Two scheduled to begin in spring 2026. The initiative is financed through a bond that will be repaid over 30 years, with the first payment due in June 2029.
