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Highway 15 Project - Hutchinson Agenda What are we going to talk about today? Goals and benefits of the project Details about the proposed work Project schedule and costs Any questions you may have about the project 4/16/2018

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Highway 15 Project - Hutchinson

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Agenda

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What are we going to talk about today?

Goals and benefits of the project
Details about the proposed work
Project schedule and costs
Any questions you may have

about the project

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Why are we doing this project?

There are several Goals and Benefits

f the project:
Smoother road surface
Modernize water main and

sanitary and storm sewers

Help to ensure the city and state

infrastructure serves their purpose for many years

City of Hutchinson views the

project as an opportunity to enhance downtown and improve livability in the central district

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Project Location & Summary of Work

Shown in Red:

Full reconstruction of Hwy 15/Main Street and replacement of aging underground utilities (between 2nd

Ave. N and 5th Ave. S).
Shown in Blue:

Pavement resurfacing between 5th Ave. S and just south of Denver Ave.

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Additional Work Details

Construction in downtown will be

from building face to building face.

Sidewalks and pedestrian crossings

along project area will be updated to meet current ADA standards.

All intersections along the corridor

will be evaluated for improvements.

City of Hutchinson will also be

replacing, updating and modernizing underground utilities.

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Project Schedule and Costs

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Major construction will occur in 2020, with landscaping and

ther minor work continuing into 2021.

The project is estimated to cost $6.5 million dollars.

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Detour Route

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The official detour will take place in 2020. Work will be phased, as much as possible, to limit disturbances. Business signage and temporary traffic control will be used to promote and provide access to local businesses during construction.

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Building Inspections Completed

Inspections of building basements adjacent to proposed reconstruction were completed in the Fall of 2017 in order to:

Identify structural concerns related

to construction.

Identify intrusions into the

construction area such old coal chutes, window wells, etc.

Identify sanitary sewer and water

service locations and related issues/improvements.

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Proposed Utility Work

Municipal utilities underneath Hwy 15/Main Street need to be replaced. These are some of the oldest in the city and are past their useful life. New sanitary sewer and water services to the downtown buildings are also proposed.

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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Retail and other businesses are also responsible to make reasonable accessibility accommodations to their properties. The Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and other local resources are available to help support property owners. MnDOT is required by law to meet ADA standards on all state projects. This project will increase ADA accessibility as well as improve pedestrian safety and access, all while maintaining typical travel lane widths for motorists.

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How did the Downtown look before ‘92?

Prior to 1992, Hwy 15/Main Street had:

Four 11 foot driving lanes
Two 8 foot parking lanes
Two 10.5 foot sidewalks

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How does it look today?

Today, Hwy 15/Main Street has extra wide travel lanes:

Three 14-15 foot driving lanes
Two 8 foot parking lanes
Two 10.5 foot sidewalks

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How will it all fit after reconstruction?

The proposed roadway design for Hwy 15/Main Street, as supported by MnDOT and the Hutchinson City Council, includes:

Three 11-13 foot driving lanes (typical widths)
Two extra wide 10 foot parking lanes
Two 13 foot sidewalks to better address ADA accessibility

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What street amenities do you want to see?

The design team (MnDOT/SEH/City of Hutchinson) will be working with the community to determine specific amenities such as landscaping, sidewalk finishing and other items. Imagine Hutchinson and the Signage and Wayfinding Master Plan will be used as a framework for discussions on street amenities and landscaping.

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Access to Businesses During Construction

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Local access to businesses will be provided during construction, and will be challenging at times. MnDOT and the City are working closely with the Chamber of Commerce to coordinate efforts. Downtown businesses will need your support!

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Community Involvement

Community involvement is planned throughout the project, including:

Public Open Houses and Business Meetings
Social Media Ads and Online Surveys
Radio Spots and TV Interviews
Direct Mailings and Phone Calls

John Rodeberg, SEH, will serve in a variety of

utreach roles, including:
Business Liaison for impacted property owners
Project Liaison for local organizations such as

the Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau

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Questions?

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Thank you again!

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Teal Spellman MnDOT Program Manager 320-214-6350

teal.spellman@state.mn.us

John Rodeberg SEH 651-470-2448

jrodeberg@sehinc.com