The Iowa City City Council approved plans for the construction of the Highway 1 Trail Project at its meeting Tuesday.

The project involves constructing a 10-foot wide trail along the north side of Highway 1 from Sunset Street to Orchard Street, according to city documents.

In addition, the project involves constructing an 8-foot wide trail along the west side of Orchard Street, 4-foot wide sidewalks along the east side of Miller Avenue and the west side of Hudson Avenue, and Highway 1 crossings at the Walmart entrance, Miller Street, and Orchard Street.

The estimated cost of the project is $1.1 million.

Councilors approved the project’s plans, specifications, and cost Tuesday on a 7-0 vote.

— by Kristen East