Road construction is easy to notice and harder to evaluate. A project can improve the driving surface while leaving the walk to a bus stop, a store, or a front door just as difficult as before.

That is why the next phase of Michigan Avenue work includes a broader review of crossings, curb ramps, and the timing of signals. Engineers say the details are modest, but they determine whether the corridor feels connected or divided.

The city is asking residents and business owners to share trouble spots before final plans are set. Construction dates will be announced after the design and utility reviews are complete.