Build Up Aurora

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Our survey is now closed. Thanks to everyone who provided input!

The city is the next phase of the Build Up Aurora effort to address more than $700 million in unmet critical capital projects required to maintain existing city infrastructure and provide for our growing community's immediate and future needs.

The Build Up Aurora Infrastructure Task Force is looking at long-term solutions for projects ranging from public safety and transportation to parks, libraries, recreation and accessibility, and it is seeking the community’s input and support.

Background

Safe, adequate and well-maintained infrastructure is essential to the city’s economic health and impacts every resident’s quality of life. Aurora's population has grown nearly 40 in the last 20 years, compounding the city's infrastructure needs.

In 2023, the city of Aurora delivered on promises to address a top priority of our residents—transportation and roadways—by improving the condition of Aurora residential streets in the worst condition. That work is continuing annually. This was the start of Build Up Aurora, a strategic long-term effort to care for the city's existing infrastructure and provide for what is needed for the future.

Our survey is now closed. Thanks to everyone who provided input!

Background

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Share Everytime I drive under the E Alameda Ave bridge over I-225 I see an enormous amount of cracks and wear and tear. Is that bridge structurally sound? Does Aurora own that or is it DOT? on Facebook Share Everytime I drive under the E Alameda Ave bridge over I-225 I see an enormous amount of cracks and wear and tear. Is that bridge structurally sound? Does Aurora own that or is it DOT? on Twitter Share Everytime I drive under the E Alameda Ave bridge over I-225 I see an enormous amount of cracks and wear and tear. Is that bridge structurally sound? Does Aurora own that or is it DOT? on Linkedin Email Everytime I drive under the E Alameda Ave bridge over I-225 I see an enormous amount of cracks and wear and tear. Is that bridge structurally sound? Does Aurora own that or is it DOT? link

Everytime I drive under the E Alameda Ave bridge over I-225 I see an enormous amount of cracks and wear and tear. Is that bridge structurally sound? Does Aurora own that or is it DOT?

JH asked 11 days ago

The Alameda bridge over I-225 is a Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)-owned facility. The city of Aurora has an agreement with CDOT to maintain the driving surface on the top, and CDOT is responsible for the rest of the structure. That bridge is structurally sound. CDOT bridge inspection staff have inspected the bridge, are aware of the signs of age, and are monitoring the bridge. Currently, CDOT and the city have a joint project in progress to design a replacement bridge.
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How is the task force planning on keeping rent stabilized and not pushing out current/long term residents? Building up Aurora sounds great, but we must avoid gentrification.

K Deihl asked about 1 month ago

Thank you for taking time to reach out. Aurora’s diversity is its strength, and we continue adapting to the changing needs of long-time residents while welcoming new residents.
Based on community feedback, the city of Aurora’s comprehensive plan, Aurora Places, serves as a guidepost for decision-making and development in Aurora and includes a housing community principle. Our Aurora Housing Strategy provides more specific strategies for expanding the inventory of housing options in Aurora, preserving the long-term affordability of existing housing stock, and supporting protections for homeowners and renters.
At the same time, we must address critical infrastructure needs in our city like public safety facilities, roads, sidewalks, bridges, libraries, and parks to ensure that Aurora’s economic health remains strong and the quality of life remains optimal for everyone. The Build Up Aurora Infrastructure Task Force is specifically tasked with identifying long-term funding solutions to maintain these basic building blocks of our city and build new infrastructure.
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When does Ponderosa Trail get new asphalt surface is over 20 year old

JEP asked 2 months ago

Thanks for your question. Our Public Works Staff informed me that South Ponderosa Trail had a mill and overlay, which removes old asphalt and adds two to three inches of new asphalt, in 2008, and a surface treatment, which seals small cracks and protects the surface of the road, in 2016. The road is not currently slated for another overlay at this time.
All city roads were evaluated for their condition as part of a citywide network check this year. These results will be used to inform future programs and funding use across the city. Additional information on the city's annual street maintenance program may be found at https://www.auroragov.org/residents/right_of_way_maintenance_snow_removal/roadwork___construction_projects.
Share Hello. My name is Yasmin and I am a homeowner in Ward 1. I wanted to reach out and ask if the task force has selected the areas for infrastructure revitalization? If not, what criteria is being used to select the areas and how can homeowners participate or submit feedback and make recommendations for areas of improvement? on Facebook Share Hello. My name is Yasmin and I am a homeowner in Ward 1. I wanted to reach out and ask if the task force has selected the areas for infrastructure revitalization? If not, what criteria is being used to select the areas and how can homeowners participate or submit feedback and make recommendations for areas of improvement? on Twitter Share Hello. My name is Yasmin and I am a homeowner in Ward 1. I wanted to reach out and ask if the task force has selected the areas for infrastructure revitalization? If not, what criteria is being used to select the areas and how can homeowners participate or submit feedback and make recommendations for areas of improvement? on Linkedin Email Hello. My name is Yasmin and I am a homeowner in Ward 1. I wanted to reach out and ask if the task force has selected the areas for infrastructure revitalization? If not, what criteria is being used to select the areas and how can homeowners participate or submit feedback and make recommendations for areas of improvement? link

Hello. My name is Yasmin and I am a homeowner in Ward 1. I wanted to reach out and ask if the task force has selected the areas for infrastructure revitalization? If not, what criteria is being used to select the areas and how can homeowners participate or submit feedback and make recommendations for areas of improvement?

Yasmin asked 7 months ago

Thank you for reaching out. The task force is still evaluating all of the information available related to the city's infrastructure needs. Please take the survey by Aug. 31 to provide input on this project: https://engageaurora.org/buildupaurora/surveys/buildupaurorasurvey