George Washington Boulevard Infrastructure
Summary
St. George is finally tackling its housing and traffic nightmares! The new mayor's got a plan, and it could mean big changes for how we live and get around.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
The contract for construction was awarded for $854,000.
Residents living on the affected street.
Commuters who use the street as a shortcut.
Mentions & discussions (14)
St. George City Council — August 20, 2026
The city is building a new road connection to help traffic flow as the area grows and I-15 construction begins. This project is a major step in keeping local traffic moving.
St. George City Council — August 6, 2026
The city is planning upgrades to Ezra Drive to make the road safer and better for traffic.
Construction worker digs on a city street during road repair work in urban area
Construction worker digs on a city street during road repair work in urban area St. George News
‘This is the missing connection’: St. George’s new longest bridge expected to ease traffic woes
‘This is the missing connection’: St. George’s new longest bridge expected to ease traffic woes ABC4 Utah
'We're in tune to that': Ivins community leaders discuss housing issues after Strong Towns presentation
'We're in tune to that': Ivins community leaders discuss housing issues after Strong Towns presentation St. George News
St. George City Council — May 28, 2026
The city is partnering with UDOT to widen 700 South, which will improve traffic flow and include pedestrian upgrades.
St. George City Council — April 2, 2026
Residents are asking the city to consider allowing owner-occupied short-term rentals to help with rising living costs, while balancing neighborhood concerns.
St. George considers more flashing crosswalks in high traffic areas to help safety
St. George considers more flashing crosswalks in high traffic areas to help safety KUTV
St. George’s new mayor outlines plans to tackle housing affordability and traffic
St. George’s new mayor outlines plans to tackle housing affordability and traffic The Salt Lake Tribune
Construction, road renovations to impact St. George traffic
Construction, road renovations to impact St. George traffic KUTV
Opposing sides celebrate, bemoan BLM's approval of Northern Corridor right-of-way
Opposing sides celebrate, bemoan BLM's approval of Northern Corridor right-of-way St. George News
St. George City Council — January 15, 2026
The city is coordinating with UDOT on a major road project. Residents are concerned about the impact of new medians on business access and traffic flow.
St. George City Council — August 7, 2025
The city is updating rules to allow more accessory dwelling units, which can help provide more housing options for residents.
St. George is planning a $195 million expansion of I-15. Here’s what residents had to say about it.
St. George is planning a $195 million expansion of I-15. Here’s what residents had to say about it. The Salt Lake Tribune
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