Westminster residents are beginning to see the impact of their vote on Ballot Measure 3H, which raised sales tax in May by 0.4 percent to fund emergency services and repave neighborhood streets. The city launched its first neighborhood repaving project of the year this April, funded by the new Paramedics and Pavement initiative.
The repaving of the Apple Blossom neighborhood off 80th Avenue and Lowell Boulevard in Historic Westminster officially started the city’s paving season and marked a milestone in efforts to invest directly in local infrastructure. Supported by $2 million dedicated annually from the Paramedics and Pavement Fund, these improvements focus on safety, ADA accessibility, and addressing aging pavement conditions. Apple Blossom is the first neighborhood to benefit from this voter-approved funding designed for residential street repairs and strengthening emergency response.
“Westminster voters asked for faster emergency response and better neighborhood streets — and we are delivering,” said Mayor Claire Carmelia. “By dedicating these funds exactly as promised and reporting on them transparently, we are honoring our commitment to open, responsive government. Residents in Apple Blossom can now see and feel the benefits of the Paramedic and Pavement sales tax.”
The Paramedics and Pavement project is part of a larger investment strategy for Historic Westminster. Over three years, roadway resurfacing will be paired with water and sewer upgrades so that streets are only repaved after underground infrastructure is modernized. This approach aims to minimize disruptions for residents while maximizing taxpayer dollars.
In addition to roadways, funding from Paramedics and Pavement is being used for land acquisition and construction of two new fire stations in north and central Westminster as well as hiring more than 30 additional emergency personnel. These steps aim to reduce response times across a growing community.
“This is a city in action,” said City Manager Jody Andrews. “Westminster is turning long-delayed plans into real benefits for our community. Thanks to the support of voters, we are delivering safer streets, modern infrastructure, and measurable improvements residents can see happening in their neighborhoods.”
Looking ahead, Westminster has committed its next paving investment for 2027 to Amherst neighborhood in north Westminster as part of an ongoing approach reflecting voter intent: delivering visible improvements at a local level.
