New Traffic Safety Pilot Project Planned for St. Clair Avenue
Cleveland City Council is considering an emergency ordinance to allow the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to install new traffic safety countermeasures on St. Clair Avenue between East 101st Street and East 151st Street. The proposed legislation, identified as File No. 1174-2026, would grant the City’s consent for ODOT to lead the "Target Speed Pilot Project" to help lower travel speeds and improve safety for both drivers and pedestrians.
What's in the file
The ordinance authorizes the City of Cleveland to enter into agreements with ODOT to facilitate the construction of project improvements. According to the 1174-2026-Legislative Summary-St. Clair Target Speed, the project involves several specific safety features:
- Lane repurposing and reallocation
- Enhanced crosswalks
- Other countermeasures designed to manage vehicle speeds
The project is estimated to cost a total of $6,702,480. The 1174-2026-Legislative Summary-St. Clair Target Speed breaks down the funding and estimated project schedule as follows:
| Item | Amount/Date |
|---|---|
| State Contribution (HSIP) | $5,302,479 |
| City Contribution (Road and Bridge Bonds) | $2,100,000 |
| Design Period | April 2025 - January 2027 |
| Construction Period | June 2027 - October 2027 |
The legislation also authorizes the Director of Capital Projects to enter into agreements for professional services and allows the City to acquire or record necessary right-of-way. ODOT will oversee the project sale, award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, and provide construction administration.
Who may be affected
The record identifies the following groups and areas that may be impacted:
- Wards 8, 9, and 10: Specifically naming Councilmembers Stephanie D. Howse-Jones, Kevin Conwell, and Michael D. Polensek.
- St. Clair Avenue: The stretch from E. 101st St. to E. 151st St.
- City of Cleveland Division of Engineering and Construction: Responsible for project management and capital oversight.
- Ohio Department of Transportation: Responsible for construction oversight and contract awards.
Status and timeline
The ordinance is currently in the early stages of the legislative process:
- September 24, 2026: The emergency ordinance was introduced.
- September 24, 2026: The ordinance completed its first reading.
Residents can verify the details of this proposal, including the project location map, by visiting the official City of Cleveland Legistar website.
Source record
- File
- 1174-2026
- Type
- Emergency Ordinance
- Status
- First Reading
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- September 23, 2026
Official documents
- 1174-2026-Consent w ODOT for St. Clair
- 1174-2026- St Clair Target Speed Locations Map_v2
- 1174-2026 PRESENTATION
- 1174-2026 Fund Request & Recommendation Form
- 1174-2026-Legislative Summary-St. Clair Target Speed Legislation
- 1174-2026 Amend 1174-2026
- 1174-2026-as amended-desk copy-Final
- 1174-2026-PRESENTATION-2026-1019 - St Clair-Council