The much-delayed lane widening project on Cumberland Road, between 106th and 116th Streets, will be bid no later than February of 2027.  That’s the word from the City of Fishers Engineering Department Director Hatem Mekky.  The Board of Public Works and Safety voted Tuesday morning to extend the arrangement with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to widen the road and rehabilitate the bridge over Sand Creek. Utility work required along this stretch of road has delayed the project.   Mekky says if utilities finish their work before February of 2027, the bidding could be conducted earlier.

In other items before the Board of Works:

–The Board has promised action on where to locate a traffic signal between Cumberland and Hoosier Roads along 116th Street, servicing residents in the Spyglass and Spyglass Falls neighborhoods.  The board entered into a contract with A&F Engineering to study the best location for the traffic signal.  A recommendation is expected by July.  Also, a similar contract with A&F will study improvements needed along Brooks School Road from 141st Street to Fall Creek Road.

–The board accepted a bid of just under $1.7 million to connect the following trail segments – 106th St between Quaker Ridge and Fall Rd, on Hoosier Rd between 116th St and 121st St, and on 131st St. connecting Lantern Rd and the Nickel Plate Trail. These sections of trail will run approximately .85 miles, including crossing over 4 creeks and streams.  “These are three pretty important connection points for the city,” Mayor Scott Fadness said.  Surplus funds from 2024 will be utilized for these projects.

–The board approved additions to the public-private partnership with Hageman Group to construct the Community Center.  Cardio equipment will be procured earlier than planned to avoid any tariff impact.  Also, certain outdoor improvements to the exterior of the
Community Center will be added, providing more readily usable exterior space for childcare and outdoor camps.