Zionsville Begins Project to Improve Safety and Efficiency Through Village

March 5, 2026
The Town of Zionsville has announced it is moving forward with final design of a project called Main Street Momentum, which will make traveling to and through the historic Village more efficient for all modes of travel.
The project has been discussed for more than 10 years with substantial public feedback. Main Street Momentum will include pedestrian crossings and intersection improvements at several key points in downtown Zionsville. A peanut roundabout will be built at the intersection of Main Street and Sycamore Street and First Street. Additional pedestrian crossings will be added along First Street and to Lions Park. A traffic signal will also be added at the intersection of First Street and Oak Street.
“Zionsville’s current traffic grid was designed for trains, before cars were even invented,” said Zionsville Mayor John Stehr. “We’ve studied the problem for years and now is the right time to move forward with this critical project. Main Street Momentum will make the entryway to our town more efficient for emergency responders and vehicles, and safer for pedestrians. At the same time, it will enhance access to our historic Village and our iconic brick-paved Main Street.”
Design is expected to be complete by Summer 2026. Utility relocation is anticipated to begin in 2026, and construction is expected to take place in 2027. A detailed construction schedule will be developed when design is complete.
Improvements as part of the project will strengthen pedestrian safety and accessibility. Visual elements will reflect the beauty and charm of the historic Village of Zionsville and enhance the downtown experience.
People interested in Main Street Momentum are encouraged to visit www.MainStMomentumZionsville.com. To learn more about the project, you can also follow the Town of Zionsville on Facebook.
Main Street Momentum is a critical project for the Town of Zionsville. Improvements as part of the project will make it safer and more efficient for vehicles and pedestrians to get to Zionsville’s historic Village while also providing public safety benefits by improving emergency response times.
