Environmental Assessment No. PW01011: Shaw Avenue Roadway Improvements from Fruit Avenue to 950 Feet East of Palm Avenue

The City of Fresno Capital Projects Department is preparing to implement roadway improvements along a 0.7-mile stretch of Shaw Avenue between Fruit Avenue and 950 feet east of Palm Avenue, with work scheduled to begin in August 2026 and conclude by December 2026. The project aims to rehabilitate existing pavement through a combination of grind and overlay techniques and full-depth reconstruction where necessary, while also addressing non-ADA compliant curb ramps by reconstructing them to meet accessibility standards. Additional improvements include the installation of new curbs and gutters, adjustments to median noses, updated signage, and new street striping. Although the project requires partial right-of-way acquisition from one adjacent parcel, no existing buildings or structures will be removed, and the number of travel lanes will remain unchanged, with no increase in overall roadway capacity. Construction is expected to disturb approximately 7.83 acres of ground with a maximum excavation depth of 1 foot, and all activities are designed to restore the roadway to optimal conditions without expanding its footprint. The project is documented under Environmental Assessment No. PW01011 and is being managed by the City of Fresno with Isaac Campos, Project Manager, serving as the primary point of contact. The timeline is tightly coordinated to be completed within a four-month window during late 2026, and the effort reflects a targeted infrastructure upgrade focused on safety, accessibility, and pavement preservation rather than expansion or major land use changes.