After many years of discussion, the Bemidji City Council approved a 5th Street NW Trail Project that will require a full closure of the street. The existing railroad track crossing at 5th Street NW will be replaced, requiring a full closure of the street from Jefferson Avenue NW to Park Avenue NW. A detour route will be signed to take motorists around the construction area by using Adams Avenue NW, 15th Street NW, and Irvine Avenue NW.