PORTSMOUTH, Va. — As potholes and rough roads continue to frustrate Portsmouth drivers, the city is stepping up efforts to make travel smoother and safer.

Last year, crews with the Department of Public Works repaired almost 2,000 potholes. City officials say that so far in Fiscal Year 2025, they’ve already repaired 1,967 potholes, resurfaced 22.99 lane miles, and overlaid more than 27,600 square feet of major roadways, including Victory Boulevard, Lincoln Street, Virginia Avenue, and Twin Pines Road.

Residents like Kaye Cook have felt the impact of those repairs and the frustrations that come with long-standing infrastructure challenges.

“There are lots and lots of potholes, and I’ve had damage and had to get the cars repaired,” Cook said. “I’ve spent lots and lots and lots of money on

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