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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hamilton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
OKI grants: Princeton Road roundabout and East Avenue paving
The city is applying for a federal OKI grant to repave East Avenue — if it comes through, the fix doesn't hit local taxpayers as hard.
Pedestrian safety near Hamilton Freshman School and NW Washington Boulevard
A resident flagged the five-foot sidewalk near a school on a busy, high-speed corridor, plus missing sidewalks on nearby corridors and a new intersection. Staff pointed to a ten-foot multi-use path, hawk crossing signals, curb bump-outs, and future safe-route planning.
Missing sidewalk at 1341 Main Street
The owner of a Main Street retail building has long owed a sidewalk along his frontage. The commission gave him until May 31, 2026 — likely the final deadline — while the city weighs broader policy on missing sidewalks.
Traffic Safety Overhaul
Hamilton is investing millions in a major traffic safety overhaul to redesign neighborhood streets and protect everyone on the move. You can expect to see new traffic calming infrastructure popping up across the city soon.
Public Transit
Hamilton is thinking about rolling out an Uber-style, on-demand public shuttle to help folks get around town way easier. This could seriously shake up how we commute if City Council gives it the green light.