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LowRoads

Street construction projects update

Final asphalt is going down on the Vernon/Alsace/Lowry/Hamilton streets and Third Street East, possibly running into Saturday.

1 mentionLast discussed Jul 9, 2026

LowRoads

Third Street East paving project delayed

The mill-and-overlay of Third Street East from Bartlett Avenue to Highway 12, planned for June 29-30, got pushed back because the contractor's milling machine is running behind on another job. Watch for new dates.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jul 9, 2026

LowRoads

Regional transportation planning support from WCWRPC/MPO

The region's MPO offers Altoona free planning help — grant writing, bike and pedestrian plans, trail design, and crash data. The new long-range transportation plan shows residents' top priority is reducing crashes, and regional data flagged speeding's effect on home values.

1 mentionLast discussed May 12, 2026