Neighborhoods have always been the heart of Fort Wayne, and under Mayor Sharon Tucker’s leadership, revitalizing them remains a top priority.
As part of the City of Fort Wayne’s Southeast Strategy, the Oxford Streetscape Project will soon transform Oxford Street between Lafayette Street and South Anthony Boulevard, breathing new life into the Oxford Neighborhood.
This multi-phase initiative builds on the momentum of the Southeast Strategy, a comprehensive 10-year plan adopted in 2021 to drive growth and reinvestment in southeast Fort Wayne. In just a few years, this strategy has already delivered impactful projects like Powell Park, McKinnie Commons, and the Pontiac Street Market, while also reactivating and reengaging 11 neighborhood associations.
With continued investment and progress, the Oxford Streetscape Project marks the next step in creating a more vibrant, safe, and connected community.
The Oxford Streetscape Project aims to enhance safety, accessibility, and neighborhood identity through key improvements:
- Traffic Calming Measures – Narrower drive lanes, wider sidewalks, and potential on-street parking adjustments to create a safer environment.
- ADA-Compliant Upgrades – Reconstruction of curbs, sidewalks, and deteriorated drive approaches to meet current accessibility standards.
- Infrastructure Enhancements – Improved stormwater drainage, with the potential for green infrastructure.
- Neighborhood Identity – Special pavement designs, banners, lighting, and landscaping to create a distinct character for the area.
- Pedestrian-Friendly Features – Updated street lighting at a pedestrian scale to improve safety and walkability.
Once complete, this project will help transform Oxford Street into a more welcoming and connected corridor for residents and visitors alike.
Residents are invited to explore the Oxford Streetscape Project at the City of Fort Wayne’s Southeast Strategy Open House on Thursday, March 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the McMillen Park Community Center (3901 Abbott Street). This event offers the public a chance to share their ideas and insights on future improvements to the area.
For more information and updates on the Oxford Streetscape project, follow the City of Fort Wayne's Engage Fort Wayne page.