Highway 15 Project Hutchinson Open House #2 What are we focusing on - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Highway 15 Project Hutchinson Open House #2 What are we focusing on today? Introduce Project Team and community partners Brief overview of the project Goals and benefits, scope, engagement efforts and status Utility
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community partners
Goals and benefits, scope, engagement efforts and status Utility reconstruction efforts “Main Street 2020” initiative Available EDA resources
There are several Goals and Benefits
sanitary and storm sewers
infrastructure serves their purpose for many years
project as an opportunity to enhance downtown and improve livability in the central district
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Full reconstruction of Hwy 15/Main Street and replacement of aging underground utilities (between 2nd
Pavement resurfacing between 5th Ave. S and just south of Denver Ave.
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from building face to building face.
along project area will be updated to meet current ADA standards.
have been evaluated for improvements.
replacing, updating and modernizing underground utilities.
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Major construction is proposed to be completed in 2020. The project is estimated to cost $6.5 million dollars.
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The official detour will take place in 2020. Work will be phased, as much as possible, to limit disturbances. Signage and temporary traffic control will be used to promote and provide access to local businesses during construction.
The approved roadway design for Hwy 15/Main Street, as approved by MnDOT and the Hutchinson City Council, includes:
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Retail and other businesses may also want to consider accessibility improvements 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.
Inspections of building basements adjacent to proposed reconstruction were completed in the Fall of 2017 in order to:
to construction.
construction area such old coal chutes, window wells, etc.
service locations and related issues/improvements.
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Municipal water distribution and wastewater collection utilities underneath Hwy 15/Main Street need to be
some of the oldest in the city and are past their useful life. New pipe material implementations, manhole upgrades and additional sewer depth will be achieved as a result of this project.
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buildings are also proposed.
locations/needs and will be contacting some owners in the near future to finalize this effort.
for some general roadway corridor improvements.
associated assessments approach will hopefully be determined by the end of 2018 per City Council approval.
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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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Collaboration and communication among all stakeholders = a more successful project Help address ADA issues Support your local businesses!
Payments & interest deferred until 1/1/2021 for new downtown loans
Maximum grant amount increased to $5,000
Contact Miles or Meagan at the EDA for more information!
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Community involvement is planned throughout the project, including:
John Rodeberg, SEH, will serve in a variety of
the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
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Imagine Hutchinson and the Signage and Wayfinding Master Plan are being used as a framework for discussions on street amenities and landscaping. The Design Team has been working with stakeholders to review and reassess specific amenities such as landscaping, lighting, sidewalk finishing and other items.
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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