5th St. Back Lot Parking

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The dirt parking lot along Ash St. from 4th to 5th St. is set to be converted into a paved parking lots to allow additional parking for residents, business owners and tourists to utilize the downtown area. The paving of the lot will provide a more stable, durable surface for parking and pedestrian use, improving safety and accessibility. Along with the paving, the project includes replacing the existing sanitary and water lines within the lot to ensure the infrastructure meets modern standards and supports future needs.

This project follows the approval of Windsor's ballot measure 200 during the January 2023 special election. Measure 200 rezoned the dirt lot to be used solely for parking purposes, limiting its use to parking and preventing other types of development in the area. This rezoning maintains the lot's role as a key parking area, while also ensuring that it meets the needs of both current and future users.

These improvements will not only create a more efficient and safer parking area, but also help with better drainage and long-term sustainability of the site.

More details about the project are available via the What's the Word, Windsor? Podcast, where project managers of various construction projects speak more on the impacts anticipated through the summer.

The dirt parking lot along Ash St. from 4th to 5th St. is set to be converted into a paved parking lots to allow additional parking for residents, business owners and tourists to utilize the downtown area. The paving of the lot will provide a more stable, durable surface for parking and pedestrian use, improving safety and accessibility. Along with the paving, the project includes replacing the existing sanitary and water lines within the lot to ensure the infrastructure meets modern standards and supports future needs.

This project follows the approval of Windsor's ballot measure 200 during the January 2023 special election. Measure 200 rezoned the dirt lot to be used solely for parking purposes, limiting its use to parking and preventing other types of development in the area. This rezoning maintains the lot's role as a key parking area, while also ensuring that it meets the needs of both current and future users.

These improvements will not only create a more efficient and safer parking area, but also help with better drainage and long-term sustainability of the site.

More details about the project are available via the What's the Word, Windsor? Podcast, where project managers of various construction projects speak more on the impacts anticipated through the summer.

  • Project Update: July 5

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    Starting Monday, July 6, 5th St. will be closed the remain for waterline replacement underneath of the roadway from Ash St. to Boardwalk Park. As a result, the roundabout parking on the south side of Boardwalk Park, one-way Windsor History Museum lot and select street parking along Ash St. will be unavailable. Access to the parking lot on the west side of 5th St. will remain, and other parking options are available at windsorgov.com/DowntownParking.

    Work is anticipated to last through the week, weather permitting. work is weather-permitting and subject to change. For traffic alert notifications, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

    Starting Monday, July 6, 5th St. will be closed the remain for waterline replacement underneath of the roadway from Ash St. to Boardwalk Park. As a result, the roundabout parking on the south side of Boardwalk Park, one-way Windsor History Museum lot and select street parking along Ash St. will be unavailable. Access to the parking lot on the west side of 5th St. will remain, and other parking options are available at windsorgov.com/DowntownParking.

    Work is anticipated to last through the week, weather permitting. work is weather-permitting and subject to change. For traffic alert notifications, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

  • Project Update: July 1

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    Planning to celebrate Independence Day in Downtown Windsor? A few traffic and parking changes will be in place on Saturday, July 4, to accommodate the evening festivities at Boardwalk Park. Residents and visitors should plan ahead and allow extra time for parking and travel.

    Traffic and Parking Information:

    • 5th St. north of Main St. will be closed to vehicle traffic and open to pedestrians only.
    • The Windsor History Museum and Art & Heritage Center parking lots will be permit parking only and reserved for event vendors and staff.
    • Ash St. will be closed to vehicle traffic, except for access to

    Planning to celebrate Independence Day in Downtown Windsor? A few traffic and parking changes will be in place on Saturday, July 4, to accommodate the evening festivities at Boardwalk Park. Residents and visitors should plan ahead and allow extra time for parking and travel.

    Traffic and Parking Information:

    • 5th St. north of Main St. will be closed to vehicle traffic and open to pedestrians only.
    • The Windsor History Museum and Art & Heritage Center parking lots will be permit parking only and reserved for event vendors and staff.
    • Ash St. will be closed to vehicle traffic, except for access to the west backlot near the intersection of Ash St. and 6th St.
    • Accessible parking will be available in the Boardwalk Park parking lot and can be accessed from Birch St.
    • Construction on the 5th Street East Backlots Project remains underway adjacent to Boardwalk Park. Please stay out of the work zone and off railroad tracks and supervise children near the construction area.

    More than 1,500 alternative downtown parking spaces are available. View parking maps and information at windsorgov.com/DowntownParking.

    To receive real-time traffic and event notifications, text WINDSORROADS and WINDSOREVENT to 888777.

  • Project Update: June 26

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    ***UPDATE (Friday, June 26, 4:06 p.m.)***

    Tree removal has been postponed indefinitely. We appreciate your understanding!

    ***ORIGINAL (Friday, June 26, 1:15 p.m.)***

    Residents and visitors may notice tree removal activity the morning of Saturday, June 27, in downtown Windsor. Work will be performed by a subcontractor and is expected to be completed before noon, weather permitting.

    Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists are encouraged to use caution and follow any posted traffic control measures while work is underway.

    For real-time traffic alert updates, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

    ***UPDATE (Friday, June 26, 4:06 p.m.)***

    Tree removal has been postponed indefinitely. We appreciate your understanding!

    ***ORIGINAL (Friday, June 26, 1:15 p.m.)***

    Residents and visitors may notice tree removal activity the morning of Saturday, June 27, in downtown Windsor. Work will be performed by a subcontractor and is expected to be completed before noon, weather permitting.

    Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists are encouraged to use caution and follow any posted traffic control measures while work is underway.

    For real-time traffic alert updates, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

  • Project Update: June 15

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    The 5th St. Backlots Project is officially underway. As of today, Monday, June 15, the parking lot east of 5th Street between Boardwalk Park and Main Street is closed to all residents and visitors through September, weather permitting.

    Planning to enjoy Downtown Windsor this summer? Whether you're attending the Summer Concert Series, Fourth of July festivities, Camp Windsor, visiting local businesses, or spending the day at Boardwalk Park, be sure to plan ahead and review available parking options at windsorgov.com/DowntownParking.

    The project includes a waterline replacement, sewer line installation, and construction of a new parking lot. Funded through voter-approved

    The 5th St. Backlots Project is officially underway. As of today, Monday, June 15, the parking lot east of 5th Street between Boardwalk Park and Main Street is closed to all residents and visitors through September, weather permitting.

    Planning to enjoy Downtown Windsor this summer? Whether you're attending the Summer Concert Series, Fourth of July festivities, Camp Windsor, visiting local businesses, or spending the day at Boardwalk Park, be sure to plan ahead and review available parking options at windsorgov.com/DowntownParking.

    The project includes a waterline replacement, sewer line installation, and construction of a new parking lot. Funded through voter-approved Ballot Measure 200, the improvements are designed to support the long-term needs of Downtown Windsor.

    For real-time traffic and road closure notifications, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.


  • Project Update: June 12

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    Beginning Monday, June 15, the parking lot east of 5th Street between Boardwalk Park and Main Street (commonly known as the Backlots) will be closed through late summer as part of the 5th St. Backlots Project.

    The project includes:

    • Waterline replacement
    • Sewer line installation
    • Parking lot reconstruction

    Parking will be completely unavailable in the lot during construction. Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan ahead for downtown events, including the Summer Concert Series, Windsor Farmers Market and other downtown activities.

    Explore alternative parking options at windsorgov.com/DowntownParking. For traffic alert updates, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

    Beginning Monday, June 15, the parking lot east of 5th Street between Boardwalk Park and Main Street (commonly known as the Backlots) will be closed through late summer as part of the 5th St. Backlots Project.

    The project includes:

    • Waterline replacement
    • Sewer line installation
    • Parking lot reconstruction

    Parking will be completely unavailable in the lot during construction. Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan ahead for downtown events, including the Summer Concert Series, Windsor Farmers Market and other downtown activities.

    Explore alternative parking options at windsorgov.com/DowntownParking. For traffic alert updates, text WINDSORROADS to 888777.

  • Project Update: April 27

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    The Town of Windsor is moving forward with infrastructure improvements in the backlot area north of Main Street, east of 5th Street, including waterline and sewer line replacement projects that will help maintain reliable utility service in the downtown area.

    Current project timeline:

    • Final project plans were submitted in March
    • Contractor selection is anticipated by the end of April
    • The contract process will take place in May
    • Construction is planned for June through August, with a goal of completing work before Harvest Festival

    During construction, the dirt parking lot west of 5th Street will remain available for summer

    The Town of Windsor is moving forward with infrastructure improvements in the backlot area north of Main Street, east of 5th Street, including waterline and sewer line replacement projects that will help maintain reliable utility service in the downtown area.

    Current project timeline:

    • Final project plans were submitted in March
    • Contractor selection is anticipated by the end of April
    • The contract process will take place in May
    • Construction is planned for June through August, with a goal of completing work before Harvest Festival

    During construction, the dirt parking lot west of 5th Street will remain available for summer events. Residents and visitors attending events in the area should plan to allow a little extra time to find parking, as some areas may be temporarily impacted during construction.

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