Royal City prepares for road repairs for 2026
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ROYAL CITY — Royal City Finance Director Janice Flynn confirmed road repair projects are scheduled for this year, including crack sealing and the reconstruction of a portion of Apple Avenue. The enhancements are part of the city’s ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure while managing funding sources effectively, she said.
“We have crack sealing planned,” Flynn said. “We should finish up the rest of the town this year.”
She said the crack sealing project would use Transportation Improvement Board funds, which are anticipated to cover the total project cost.
“The maximum grant for the crack sealing is $98,000, which should account for 100% of the costs,” she said.
Several sections of the town are set to benefit from crack sealing, aimed at extending the lifespan of existing roads.
In addition to crack sealing, Royal City is set to start the reconstruction of Apple Avenue. This project will take place from Road 13 Southwest to Poplar Street Northeast, with plans for additional phases pending future funding.
“It was needed. It's time. The road needs to be widened a little; we need more drainage in spots,” she said.
The city has already completed the design and approval phases and anticipates construction to start this year. Flynn said the budget for the Apple Avenue project is notably larger, with state funds contributing to the total estimated cost of around $1 million. She said TIB funds will cover around 95% of the cost with the city paying around $56,000 for the remainder of the project.
Moreover, the city is in preliminary stages of establishing a new well, expected to move into construction by 2027. City officials received a grant for this project with the total cost anticipated to be $3 million and the city is spending around $1.02 million.
As the city gears up for these projects, Flynn reassures the community.
“We’re trying to stay on top of the needs of the city in conjunction with funding sources,” she said.
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