Project Overview
The purpose of this project is to provide opportunities for improving pedestrian connections and safety for all travelers in the Elwyn Park neighborhood. Addition of sidewalks and related traffic calming measures were recommended in the City's 2010 Safe Routes to School Action Plan and identified as a project in the City's 2014 Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan with an emphasis on providing safe bicycle and pedestrian connections to the Dondero Elementary School. The City identified initial funding for a feasibility study for this project in the Capital Improvement Plan in order to identify a prioritized list of sidewalk locations, traffic calming and other pedestrian and bicycle improvement projects in the neighborhood. The feasibility study included planning-level concepts and cost estimates to determine where investments should be made in the future in conjunction with other roadway and drainage improvements in the neighborhood.
A public information meeting to discuss design aspects for the project was held on February 18, 2026. For more information, go to the meeting presentation and the Zoom recording (audio only, with captions). (passcode ZA=Lk8me). Due to technical difficulties it is best to open the meeting presentation and listen to the recording at the same time. The zoom recording includes Q&A after the formal presentation.
A public meeting was also held on January 29, 2025. Review the meeting presentation posted in the right hand column and the meeting video recording
A primary focus of the feasibility study is collecting input from neighborhood residents about preferences and priorities. On October 1, 2019 the City held an initial neighborhood meeting at the Dondero School library. In November, the City followed up with a survey to provide an opportunity for anyone who was unable to attend the meeting or who wanted to provide additional input for consideration. Go to: results of the survey.
Recommendations for the neighborhood were issued in the June 2020 Elwyn Park Portsmouth, NH Sidewalk Study report.
This project is currently in design and engineering.
Project Map
Project Documents
This section includes project-related materials for the Elwyn Park Sidewalks, Traffic Calming, and Drainage Improvements Project.
Materials provided here include:
- Public meeting presentations and notices
- Meeting summaries and public input
- Neighborhood survey results and comments
- Project study and recommendation materials
These materials document project activities, public engagement, and supporting study information from 2019 through 2026.
Meeting Material (Agendas, Minutes and Presentations)
- Presentation (Elwyn Park Sidewalks, Traffic Calming, and Drainage Improvements) - February 18, 2026 Feb 18, 2026
- Meeting Notice - February 18, 2026 Feb 18, 2026
- Presentation (Elwyn Park Sidewalks, Traffic Calming, and Drainage Improvements) - January 29, 2025 Jan 29, 2025
- Meeting Notice - January 29, 2025 Jan 29, 2025
- Meeting Notice - March 3, 2020 Mar 3, 2020
- Presentation and Recommendations - March 3, 2020 Mar 3, 2020
- Public Meeting Input - March 3, 2020 Mar 3, 2020
- Meeting Notice - October 1, 2019 Oct 1, 2019
- Meeting Summary October 1, 2019 Oct 1, 2019
Documents, Reports & Studies
- Elwyn Park Sidewalk Study - June 2020 Jun 1, 2020
Plans, Drawings, Maps & Surveys
- Neighborhood Survey Results - Oct/Nov 2019 Oct 1, 2019
- Neighborhood Survey Comments - Oct/Nov 2019 Oct 1, 2019
Project Video
1.29.2025 Elwyn Park Sidewalks & Traffic Calming Project Public Meeting
Project FAQ
What is the Elwyn Park Sidewalks and Traffic Calming Project?
The project is intended to improve pedestrian connections and safety for all travelers in the Elwyn Park neighborhood through the addition of sidewalks and traffic calming measures.
Why is this project being planned?
Sidewalks and traffic calming improvements in the Elwyn Park neighborhood were recommended in the City’s 2010 Safe Routes to School Action Plan and identified again in the 2014 Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, with a focus on providing safe connections to Dondero Elementary School.
What work is being considered as part of the project?
The project includes evaluating and planning for sidewalk installation, traffic calming measures, and related pedestrian and bicycle improvements throughout the neighborhood. A feasibility study was completed to develop planning-level concepts and cost estimates and to identify priority locations for future investment.
How has the City gathered input from residents?
The City has conducted public meetings and a neighborhood survey to gather input on preferences and priorities. Initial outreach began with a neighborhood meeting in 2019, followed by additional meetings and opportunities for public comment as the project has progressed.
What is the current status of the project?
The project is currently in the design and engineering phase. The City continues to refine concepts and incorporate feedback from residents as the project moves forward.