Columbus Residents Welcome City’s Improvement Plans in 4 Columbus Corridors
Columbus , OH – Columbus residents are feeling hopeful as the city’s revitalization plans bring noticeable improvements to four major corridors. Recent efforts under the “Clean and Safe Corridor Initiative” have transformed areas like Parsons Avenue, where new trees, freshly painted crosswalks, and cleaner streets are now visible.
Over two weeks in early April, city teams collected 514 bags of litter, met with property owners about compliance issues, and addressed safety concerns. The city invested $164,000 in labor and infrastructure, alongside a $165,000 grant to the South Side Thrive Collaborative to ensure continued progress.
Residents like Sheila Eubanks and Barbara Thornton have seen positive changes firsthand. Eubanks shared her hope that cleaner streets will encourage homeowners to maintain their properties and help reduce crime rates. Thornton emphasized the need for the initiative to expand deeper into South Side neighborhoods.
Beyond Parsons Avenue, community-driven events are making an impact. On April 27, about 20 volunteers and members of the Hilltop Arts Collective gathered along West Broad Street for a cleanup and celebrated the creation of a new mural above the overpass. Emily Smith, Hilltop Arts Collective’s Engagement Chair, praised the community spirit, noting how small actions like trash cleanup contribute greatly to neighborhood pride.
Work continues across Columbus corridors, with projects underway on Sullivant Avenue, upcoming improvements scheduled for Livingston Avenue (May 10–30), and North High Street in the Short North (June 9–20). Through the 311 system, Columbus residents can share feedback to help guide future developments.
Local business owners, like Letef Barrow of Sonny’s Barbershop on Sullivant Avenue, see the revitalization as a game-changer. Barrow advocates for better marketing support for businesses and more parks and safe spaces for families.
Mayor Andrew Ginther confirmed that additional funding from the capital budget will enhance infrastructure, lighting, security, and community spaces, reinforcing the city’s dedication to building stronger, safer neighborhoods for all Columbus residents.
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