This project improved two of the most popular alleys off of 8th Street as public spaces with a repaved surface and overhead lighting.
This project improved two of the most popular alleys off of 8th Street as public spaces with a repaved surface and overhead lighting.
The alley project replaced deteriorating asphalt with concrete, pavers, and a decorative runnel to improve aesthetics and drainage as well as reduce tripping hazards. The project also installed overhead lighting elements.
In conjunction with the CCDC public project, owners and managers around the Union Block Alley made a number of private improvements along it, including consolidation of trash, recycling, and used grease collection; installation of a small plaza space with seating; daylighting the basement of the Union Block Building; installation of artwork and signage on certain building facades; and installation of a water feature.
These improvements make these alleys safer and more inviting for the many people who walk through them each day. It also improves visibility of area businesses and facilitates a host of possible future activities in these spaces next to Downtown Boise’s most popular people street.
Construction began in spring 2018, following replacement of the sewer main and services lines in the two alleys.
CCDC Project Manager, Matt Edmond, managed this project.
