Although it has been slowed some by the weather, the Third Avenue Sidewalk/Bike Trail project is well under way. The project, paid for by grants, will provide sidewalks on both sides of Third

Avenue from the Interurban Trail on the west end to Pacific City Park. This required the removal of some trees and the relocation

of some fences, utility poles and fire hydrants. Many of these trees were purchased from the property owners and/or will be replaced by the contractor with new trees planted elsewhere.

In addition, the project will provide for road striping and a bike lane along the same sections as the sidewalks. This should improve safety for walkers, riders.

– Pacific Mayor Richard Hildreth