The intent of the project is to continue the Kyrene Canal Multi-Path (which currently ends within the City of Tempe at Kyrene Road), south, into the City of Chandler. Improvements within Tempe will include sidewalk widening along Kyrene Road from 8’ to 10’ (for approx. 500’) and a mid-block pedestrian signal across Kyrene Road to connect the path entrances on both sides of the street.  This proposed mid-block pedestrian signal will be located approximately 100’ north of southern most Knox Road in Tempe.

Beyond the above Kyrene Road improvements, there are no additional changes to the existing path or roadways within the City of Tempe.

Kyrene Branch Canal Shared Use Path PDF

The proposed pedestrian signal will only be active when a bicyclist or pedestrian pushes the signal button. A nearby example of a similar pedestrian signal can be seen at Kyrene Canal and Elliot Road. Although Kyrene Canal and Elliot Road is a modular pole, a tapered pole is also being explored for this location.

 Timeline

The City of Chandler anticipates that the project’s design will be completed in December 2025, with construction beginning Spring 2026.

Contacts

If you have any additional questions regarding the sidewalk or pedestrian signal improvements within the City of Tempe, please contact: Chase Walman, chase_walman@tempe.gov, (480)-858-2072

For additional City of Chandler project information/questions please contact: teresa@makprosvc.com or the project hotline: 480-898-4060