In late 2024, two sinkholes appeared on Arlington Ave. Although there is already a reconstruction project scheduled for 2026, there is an immediate need for repairs to the sewer. In late February, we received one bid from E.R. Zailer Excavating, Inc. for $21,040,800–which was rejected.
The sewer is 45 feet deep and 4 feet wide, which makes it a complicated repair. After rejecting that bid, we conducted an investigation to help us find the most efficient way to complete the project. The sewer project will begin advertising for bids on April 5 and bids will be due on April 22. We hope this round of bidding will land a successful contract and we will begin the sewer repairs in May.
Although we had hoped to complete these repairs now, we are doing our due diligence to ensure the work is done right and within our budget.
Road Closure
Arlington Ave. will be closed from west of Francis Ave. to Woodsdale Ave.
The alleyway between Francis Ave. and National Ave. has been barricaded at National Ave. Crews will be working on the sanitary sewer in the alleyway in the coming weeks. All traffic should detour to Wilton St. and avoid the alleyway.
Temporary No Parking on Arlington Ave.
There is no parking for residents or businesses on Arlington Ave. between Francis to National.
Happening Now
Crews will begin work on the waterline from Detroit to Francis at the end of April. We have hired Crestline Paving and Excavating for this portion of the project.
Project Overview
The City will reconstruct Arlington Ave. from South Detroit Ave. to Spencer St. in 2026. We will remove and replace the road, drive aprons, and curbs. We will add bumpouts for on-street parking.
Last updated: 04/14/2025
Funding
This project is supported by federal and state grants.
- $3.4 million federal
- $400,000 state
- $400,000 City of Toledo
Project Outcomes
- Better on-street parking
- Improved pavement condition