Portage Road road diet and Capital Improvement Plan
Portage
Summary
The city is investing heavily in rebuilding Portage Road and approved a plan to help corridor businesses survive the construction — incentives, cross-promotion and a small business committee. Construction special events and promotion ideas can go through the city.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 5
Last discussed Apr 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
The Portage Road rebuild will spend about $9.8 million in the coming budget year.
Businesses along the Portage Road corridor get help staying afloat during construction.
Businesses may still face construction-period financial strain despite the incentives.
Mentions & discussions (10)
South Westnedge Avenue Reconstruction
On Wednesday, November 4, the northbound lane on South Westnedge Avenue from South Shore Drive to Melody Avenue will be closed for scheduled milling and paving of the roadway.
South Westnedge Avenue Reconstruction: Paving and Northbound Detour
On Wednesday, November 4, the northbound lane on South Westnedge Avenue from South Shore Drive to Melody Avenue will be closed for scheduled milling and paving of the roadway.
East Centre Avenue Lane Closures at the Portage Road Intersection for Fire Protection Installation
On Wednesday, November 4, lane closures will be in place on East Centre Avenue at the intersection of Portage Road to install fire protection for the Centre Port Apartments development under construction.
Consumers Energy Gas Replacement: Portage Road - East Centre Avenue to Lakeview Drive
On Tuesday, November 3, the southbound curb lane on Portage Road from East Centre Avenue to Lakeview Drive will be closed for gas main replacement.
Portage Road Reconstruction: Final Paving and Detour on Saturday, October 17
On Saturday, October 17, final paving is scheduled on Portage Road for the east side of the roadway.
Portage Road Lane Closure
On Monday, October 12, construction will begin on the trail extension and sidewalk improvements of Portage Road from East Milham Avenue to Fairfield Road.
Portage lays out road construction plan for next 3 years
Portage lays out road construction plan for next 3 years MLive.com
Portage to demolish home to make room for road reconstruction
Portage to demolish home to make room for road reconstruction MLive.com
Planning Commission - Apr 16, 2026
The CIP's biggest project narrows Portage Road from five lanes to three with sidewalks, decorative lighting and a mobility hub — Council has approved it. Supporters call it a walkable village; critics say adding thousands of residents while cutting lanes makes no sense.
City Council - Apr 7, 2026
The city is investing heavily in rebuilding Portage Road and approved a plan to help corridor businesses survive the construction — incentives, cross-promotion and a small business committee. Construction special events and promotion ideas can go through the city.
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