West Side Improvements Project

Notice of Availability

The Environmental Assessment for Sun Mountain Boulevard will be available for public review, at the Rawlings Branch of the Pueblo City County Library, at the City of Pueblo Planning Department and online at pueblo.us/westsideimprovements.

Language translation, interpretation and disability accommodations are available at no cost. Call 719-404-3530 or email pueblowestsideproject@getinfonow.us to request assistance.

Comments may be submitted in any of the following ways:

Email: pueblowestsideproject@getinfonow.us
Online Comment Card: pueblo.us/westsideimprovements
Mail: City of Pueblo Planning Department, 211 East D Street, Pueblo, CO 81003

All comments, including names and contact information, will become part of the public record. Do not include personal or confidential information that you do not want shared publicly.

Contact Information

For more information or project updates, contact the project team:

Phone: 719-404-3530
Email: pueblowestsideproject@getinfonow.us

About the Projects

Sun Mountain Boulevard Project

The proposed Sun Mountain Boulevard Project would create a new roadway connection between 24th Street and 31st Street, including two intersections, to improve connections on the west side of Pueblo. Public input will help inform the final decision on this project.

West Side Bus Stop Rehabilitation Project

The city will also share information about the West Side Bus Stop Rehabilitation Project. The project will create or upgrade about 67 bus stops to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards, improving access and safety for all riders, especially seniors, people with disabilities, and others who rely on public transit.

Why These Projects Matter

Better Accessibility: Upgraded, ADA-compliant bus stops will improve access for all riders.
Stronger Connections: These improvements will make it easier to get around the west side of Pueblo by foot, bike, car, or bus.

Timeline

Public Meeting: Dec. 2025
Final EA Decision: Early 2026
Construction: 2026-2027
Completion: By the end of 2027

FAQs

How is the project funded and what is the cost?

Both projects are funded through a $16.8 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Why is it called Sun Mountain not Spaulding?

City staff and the planning commission recommended renaming the road because continuing to call it Spaulding Avenue would have created confusion in the city’s addressing system. The existing Spaulding Avenue corridor already had assigned addresses and block numbers. Extending that name into new sections would have used all available numbers and made it harder for emergency services, deliveries, and navigation systems to correctly match addresses. To avoid those conflicts and plan for future growth, City Council adopted the name Sun Mountain Boulevard for the extended roadway.

When will Sun Mountain Boulevard open?

Construction is anticipated to begin in summer 2026 after final environmental review and permitting, with completion and public opening expected by July 2027. Specific segment openings will be communicated by the city as construction progresses.

When will grocery stores open in the West Side of Pueblo?

Infrastructure improvements support private development, but grocery store timelines are set by individual companies and developers. No official opening dates have been announced yet, and store openings will depend on developer permitting and construction schedules.

What is going on with the new Pikes Peak development?

The Pikes Peak project is a private mixed-use development planned for the west side that will connect with the improved road network. Developers are finalizing plans and permitting, and construction will occur in phases once infrastructure like roads and utilities is complete. Updates from the developer will include detailed site plans and timelines as they are finalized.

Are there other related projects on the west side?

In addition to Sun Mountain Boulevard and the bus stop upgrades funded by the $16.8 million dollar RAISE grant, several connected projects are moving forward. The city has identified the 24th Street railroad bridge and potentially an extension of High Street as long term priorities to improve access between I-25, downtown, and Pueblo Boulevard. These projects are currently in design and are not yet funded for full construction. In December 2025, City Council approved a $3.3 million dollar agreement to advance design and preliminary engineering for the 24th Street bridge and downtown corridor improvements. Completing this early work will help secure future funding for construction.

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