Public Works Projects

The City is upgrading 181st Avenue between SE Stark Street and E Burnside Street by moving power and communication lines underground, widening sidewalks, adding street trees and lighting, and installing a center median and narrower travel lanes to improve safety.

Schedule

Winter 2026 – Summer 2028

What to expect

Construction impacts are not yet available while the project is out to bid. Check back for updates as information becomes available.

Contact

Adam Brewer, Project Manager, 503-618-2525 

The City is improving Cleveland Avenue between Stark Street and Burnside Road with new stormwater pipes, sidewalks, flashing pedestrian crossings and new lanes to improve safety and traffic flow.

Schedule

• July 2026 - September 2027
• Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, with possible night work.

 What to expect

• Limited or no street parking.
•  Lane closures or full street closures.
• Temporary changes to driveway access.
• Reduced access to sidewalks and bike lanes.
•  Large construction equipment and materials in the area.
• Temporary interruptions to water or wastewater service (contractor will notify).
• Construction noise, vibration, dust and gravel from construction work.

 Contractor

Kerr Contractors Oregon LLC

For more information, contact Jennifer Glueck, Project Manager, 503-618-2525.

The City is extending the Gresham Fairview Trail along NE 201st Avenue to connect existing trail sections and improve walking and biking access. The project also includes building a missing section of sidewalk on NE Halsey Street to create safer, more complete connections for people walking and rolling.

Schedule

• Summer 2026 - winter 2027
• Work hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am-6:00 pm 

What to expect

• Shoulder and single lane closures
• Traffic delays
• Construction congestion 

Contractor

Dirt & Aggregate Interchange Inc. 

Contact

Mike Green, Project Manager at 503-618-2525

The City is upgrading Regner Reservoir to improve earthquake safety and keep water service reliable.

Schedule

• October - December 2026
• Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

What to expect

• Construction equipment, noise, and vibration
• Dust and gravel
• Temporary traffic control

Contractor: Emery and Sons Construction Group, LLC

Contact:  Amy Burgi, Project Manager, 603-618-2525  

Schedule

• Ongoing; work hours may vary, but generally from 7:00 am-6:00 pm.
• Some sidewalk work is scheduled before paving begins this summer.

Project overview 

The City will upgrade sidewalk ramps at intersections throughout Gresham. Installing sloped curb ramps provide improved safety at pedestrian crossings. The new ramps allow people with disabilities to safely travel from the sidewalk to the street.

Project impacts

During all construction activity, there will be delays and on-street parking will be impacted. We try to limit disruptions as much as possible.   

• Sidewalk closed.
• Bike lane closed.
• Construction equipment parked in your neighborhood.
• Partial road closure; flaggers may be directing traffic.
• Reduced on-street parking.
• Noise and dust.

Contact

Department of Environmental Services, 503-618-2525

The City is adding a sidewalk on SE Yamhill Street between Rockwood Central Park and SE 182nd Avenue. This project will improve access for pedestrians.

Schedule

• Late September - October 2026
• Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

What to expect

• Lane or street closures
• Limited to no street parking
• Temporary driveway access impacts
• Construction equipment, materials, and noise

Contractor: Brown Contracting Incorporated 

Contact: Veefue Zhen, Project Manager, 603-618-2525