(KNZA)--New Kansas Department of Transportation area engineer Wes Moore meet with the Hiawatha City Commission Monday evening.

Moore presented the Commission with a copy of the preliminary plans for sidewalk improvements at the intersection of 1st and Iowa Streets.

He said KDOT plans to install new curb ramps at the intersection to meet current ADA standards in conjunction with a resurfacing project planned on U.S. 73 Highway through town. 

A construction date hasn't been announced for the project.

Moore also received an update from City Administrator Brad Scott on the new traffic signal project at 1st and Oregon Streets.

Scott said the city has received the final plans and is currently in the easement acquisition phase.

Once that's complete, he says the city will apply for permit from KDOT and move to the bidding phase.

Scott said its been a slow, long process, but he expects to see a lot of progress next year.