POR SR 0059 02.14 (e main ST)

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) a Formula Grant of $5,175,000 on August 6, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205). The project involves the reconstruction of State Route 59 (East Main Street) in Kent, Ohio, spanning from Willow Street to Horning Road. Project deliverables include installation of a raised median, replacement of two signalized intersections with roundabouts, installation of bus pull-offs, upgrade of lighting infrastructure, replacement of sidewalks, and installation of new storm and sanitary sewers.

As a sub-awardee under this grant, the City of Kent will implement roadway safety improvements as part of the overall reconstruction effort. The Highway Planning and Construction program, authorized under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, provides federal financial assistance to states for highway construction, preservation, and improvement activities. The formula-based allocation mechanism allows state departments of transportation to select projects through established transportation planning processes in coordination with local authorities, with the FHWA division office approving project agreements prior to construction commencement.

Project description

Reconstruct SR 59 (e main ST) from willow ST to horning RD. Includes installing raised median, replacing two signalized intersections with roundabouts, install bus pull-offs, upgrade lighting, replace sidewalks, and install new storm and sanitary sewers in the city of kent, portage county, ohio.