Concrete barriers will be added along East Sixth Street downtown to replace temporary blockades installed this spring, the latest step in Austin's evolving safety initiative for the corridor.

What's happening

Sixth Street had traditionally been shut down to vehicle traffic while the entertainment district was filled with bar and venue patrons on busy weekend nights. Under a pilot program that started in late 2024, Austin started reopening the roadway to cars while shifting pedestrians to widened sidewalk areas.

The city initiative formally started early this year with the installation of temporary fencing rented from the Austin Police Department as well as new rubber curbs placed on several blocks for around $44,000, according to Austin Transportation and Public Works.

After the fenc

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