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Projects in Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Below are the "shovel-ready" projects for which this city submitted in the 2008 U.S. Conference of Mayors report. You can click on a project to read (and add to) its description. You can also discuss the project and vote on whether you believe it is critical or not.

The total cost of all the projects submitted by Pine Bluff is $91,212,465

Description City State Jobs Cost Program Type Vote Ratio
Hazel Street Widening Project - Widening Hazel Street to a five-lane street between Interstate-530 and 13th Avenue. The project will support expansion opportunities of the local hospital and community college located along the corridor. Pine Bluff AR 75 $23,000,000 Streets/Roads -16
Main Street Widening Project - This project involves widening, reconstructing and installing curbs-and-gutters to increase the safety for the traveling public and neighborhood residents. Pine Bluff AR 100 $10,900,000 Streets/Roads -26
Harding Avenue Widening Project - This project involves widening Harding Avenue to reduce traffic congestion and enhance commercial development along the Harding Corridor located between Main Street and the Pines Mall. Pine Bluff AR 75 $4,250,000 Streets/Roads -16
Reconstruction of major neighborhood streets in revitalization area. Pine Bluff AR 100 $2,000,000 Streets/Roads -14
Bryant Street Widening Project - This project involves widening, reconstructing, and installing curbs-and-gutters to increase safety for the traveling public and improve access from I-530 to the Dollarway Road commercial corridor. Pine Bluff AR 75 $1,300,000 Streets/Roads -13
Storm Drainage System -The storm drainage system in Pine Bluff is approximately 90 to 100 years old and is in need of replacing and/or repairing. Pine Bluff AR 18 $3,000,000 Water 14
Sewer Extension at Interstate 530 and US Highway 63 - This project involves the construction of a new pumping station and the extension of a sewer main south of I-530 along US Highway 63. Pine Bluff AR 50 $3,000,000 Water -3
Sewer Development and Expansion - Pine Bluff Wastewater Utility is requesting funds to provide sewer service to unsewered areas in the city limits of Pine Bluff. Pine Bluff AR 30 $2,000,000 Water -4
Sewer Extension at US Highway 79 B - This project involves the extension of a sewer main along US 79B (University Drive) from Watson Blvd to McFadden Road. Pine Bluff AR 7 $500,000 Water -5
Grider Field-Ladd Road / Osborn Road Project - This project involves widening these roads to four-lane roads. It also involves relocating a portion of the Grider Field Road (new construction) so it lines up with Osborn Road. Pine Bluff AR 75 $5,200,000 Airport -5
Airport Terminal Building Renovation - The city plans to renovate the airportÂ’s terminal building to improve handicap accessibility, energy efficiency, passenger accommodations, and its attractiveness to businesses seeking to locate near the airport. Pine Bluff AR 54 $2,100,000 Airport -22
Airport Fire & Emergency Services Substation - Fire and Emergency Services has identified the need for a fire sub-station at the Pine Bluff Municipal Airport. This sub-station will allow the Pine Bluff Fire Dept. Pine Bluff AR 40 $934,225 Airport -12
Aircraft T-Hangar, Phase II - Construction of a new hangar will allow the placement of eight aircraft in the facility and therefore freeing up room in our general storage hangars for more aircraft to locate at Grider Field. Pine Bluff AR 10 $575,000 Airport -17
Grider Field Road Improvements - This project provides street and design improvements to Hangar Row Road, Thomas Riggins Road and Grider Field/Ladd Road. The project involves the realignment and improvement of approximately 400 feet of Hangar Row Road. Pine Bluff AR 0 $498,240 Airport -13
Multipurpose Recreational Center - The facility will offer a range of free and/or modest cost recreational programs to the general public. Pine Bluff AR 74 $10,000,000 CDBG -30
Bank and Shoreline Stabilization - Bank stabilization is needed along the southern and western shorelines of Lake Saracen prior to trail construction for Phases III and IV. Pine Bluff AR 75 $2,000,000 CDBG -9
Willow Street and Jean Superblock Project: Reconstruction of five city streets. to support affordable housing development. Pine Bluff AR 75 $2,000,000 CDBG -18
Municipal Court - The city is in need of a new facility for its municipal court in order to deal with an increased number of offenders. The city had to add a second municipal judge, however, there is only one courtroom available. Pine Bluff AR 150 $1,800,000 CDBG -13
Convention Center Improvements - Facility repairs and lighting and sound equipment upgrades needed to remain competitive as a facility for attracting major events to Southeast Arkansas. Pine Bluff AR 20 $1,600,000 CDBG -18
City Water Park - This project involves the construction of a recreational water attraction for youth and families. Pine Bluff AR 40 $1,400,000 CDBG -35
Reconstruction of Street Department Compound - Reconstruction of this 1938 facility will allow for a safe office environment for employees and provide a modern facility for maintenance of equipment and city vehicles. Pine Bluff AR 49 $1,200,000 CDBG -7
Housing Rehabilitation/ Reconstruction - Abandoned and dilapidated housing units will be rehabilitated, leading to decreased criminal activity, improved neighborhood housing values, and quality of life. Pine Bluff AR 300 $1,200,000 CDBG 2
Relocation of Fire Station - Construction of a new station in order to meet all applicable ADA and other federal, state and local codes. Pine Bluff AR 49 $1,000,000 CDBG -2
Removal of Dilapidated Housing and Acquisition - Dilapidated housing units that are beyond repair will be demolished, leading to decreased criminal activity, improved neighborhood housing values, and quality of life of nearby residents. Pine Bluff AR 30 $860,000 CDBG -3
Renovation of Police Facility - Renovation of a donated facility entails roof repairs, window replacements, new HVAC system, plumbing repairs and electrical and technology upgrades. Pine Bluff AR 49 $800,000 CDBG -1
Fire Department Ladder Truck - The city requests assistance in replacing its aging stock of fire trucks, reducing the city's ISO rating. A reduction of one point results in a savings of $100 per homeowner per year. Pine Bluff AR 0 $720,000 CDBG 13
Improvements I-530 /US Highway 65B - Lighting, signage, and landscaping improvements to the main thoroughfare that leads to UAPB and downtown Pine Bluff, enhancing the image of Pine Bluff as the gateway to Southeast Arkansas. Pine Bluff AR 15 $700,000 CDBG -10
Pitts Drainage Project - Elimination of flooding conditions and reconstruction of three bridges at street locations. Pine Bluff AR 30 $600,000 CDBG -4
Former Armory as Youth Services Center - Funds to update and renovate a US Army Reserve Armory that has been donated to the City to serve as a family and community services center. Pine Bluff AR 29 $500,000 CDBG -15
Olive Street Sidewalk Project - This project involves the construction of a sidewalk on the west side of Olive Street between 28th Avenue and 39th Avenue. Pine Bluff AR 7 $400,000 CDBG -8
Energy Efficiency Emergency Rehabilitation - This project involves making weatherization improvements to the existing housing stock for the elderly and low-to-moderate income residents. Pine Bluff AR 60 $400,000 CDBG -5
Downtown Sidewalks - Sidewalks in need to be rehabilitated to improve handicapped accessibility and to create a more pedestrian-friendly environment. This project supports the CityÂ’s downtown revitalization efforts. Pine Bluff AR 10 $380,000 CDBG -6
Emergency Rehabilitation - Repair of existing housing/emergency repair of existing housing units. Pine Bluff AR 25 $375,000 CDBG -11
Management Systems Technology - Replacement of the 30-year-old financial management system with an integrated financial, human resources, and city services management system, resulting in greater efficiency and heightened system security. Pine Bluff AR 3 $330,000 CDBG -8
Eco-Tourism Development for Bayou Bartholomew - The city seeks to develop tourism around 1.78 mile-long nature trail along this eco-tourism attraction. Pine Bluff AR 3 $100,000 CDBG -25
Walker Lake Project - This project involves constructing a small dam and spillway in order to retain suitable water levels. The project will also minimize any potential of adverse environmental impacts on nearby residences. Pine Bluff AR 6 $40,000 CDBG -4
Lights for Walking Trail - The city is requesting funds to install solar-powered character lighting along a walking trail to make it safe and appealing to residents and tourists during evening hours. Pine Bluff AR 5 $500,000 Energy -37
Elevator Equipment Replacements - The city will install energy efficient elevator equipment in all three buildings in the Pine Bluff Civic Center Complex. Pine Bluff AR 5 $200,000 Energy -23
GIS Technology - The city of Pine Bluff seeks to integrate data pertaining to infrastructure, land use, public safety, environmental, and other uses using GIS technology. Pine Bluff AR 5 $300,000 Public Safety -5
LAN Technology – The city seeks to develop a local area network for its Civic Center Complex as well as upgrade key hardware and software. Pine Bluff AR 3 $250,000 Public Safety -11
Purchase four 35 foot transit buses. These will improve the reliability of the transit fleet. Pine Bluff AR 0 $950,000 Transit -9
Reconstruction of Transit Maintenance Facility - Facility reconstruction along with the installation and/or replacement of key maintenance equipment, including new bus lifts, bus engine and electrical diagnostic machines and others. Pine Bluff AR 49 $750,000 Transit -6
Central Transfer Center - Construction of an inter-modal transportation center in downtown This facility will stimulate the local economy by helping to bring prospective customers and employees downtown. Pine Bluff AR 22 $600,000 Transit -16