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 reconstruction efforts  “Main Street 2020” initiative  Available EDA resources • Talk with the Project Team! 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 2

Why are we doing this project? There are several Goals and Benefits of 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 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 3

Project Location & Summary of Work • Shown in Red: Full reconstruction of Hwy 15/Main Street and replacement of aging underground utilities (between 2 nd Ave. N and 5 th Ave. S). • Shown in Blue: Pavement resurfacing between 5 th Ave. S and just south of Denver Ave. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 4

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 have been evaluated for improvements. • City of Hutchinson will also be replacing, updating and modernizing underground utilities. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 5

Project Schedule and Costs Major construction is proposed to be completed in 2020. The project is estimated to cost $6.5 million dollars. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 6

Detour Route 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. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 7

What will Main Street look like? The approved roadway design for Hwy 15/Main Street, as approved by MnDOT and the Hutchinson City Council, includes: • Two 11 foot driving lanes (typical widths) • One 13 foot center turn lane • Two extra wide 10 foot parking lanes • Two 13 foot sidewalks to better address ADA accessibility 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 8

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 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. 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. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 9

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. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 10

Proposed Utility Work Municipal water distribution and wastewater collection utilities underneath Hwy 15/Main Street need to be replaced. These critical water and sewer trunk mains are 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. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 11

Proposed Utility Work (continued) • New water and sanitary sewer services to the downtown buildings are also proposed. • City is currently identifying individual property service locations/needs and will be contacting some owners in the near future to finalize this effort. • Assessments are proposed for water/sewer services and for some general roadway corridor improvements. • Specifics regarding utility service installations and the associated assessments approach will hopefully be determined by the end of 2018 per City Council approval. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 12

Access to Businesses During Construction 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! 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 13

Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce and Tourism • “Main Street 2020” initiative  Collaboration and communication among all stakeholders = a more successful project  Help address ADA issues  Support your local businesses! 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projects/hwy15downtownhutch 14

Hutchinson EDA Resources • Commercial Rehabilitation Loan Program  Payments & interest deferred until 1/1/2021 for new downtown loans • Facade Improvement Program Grant  Maximum grant amount increased to $5,000 • Sign and Awning Grant Contact Miles or Meagan at the EDA for more information! 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 15

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 outreach roles, including: • Business Liaison for impacted property owners • Project Liaison for local organizations such as the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 16

What street amenities will be included? 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. 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 17

Streetscape Design Elements and Themes 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 18

Streetscape Design Elements and Themes 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 19

Streetscape Example 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 20

Streetscape Example 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 21

Thank you again! Teal Spellman John Rodeberg MnDOT Program Manager SEH 320 ‐ 214 ‐ 6350 651 ‐ 470 ‐ 2448 teal.spellman@state.mn.us jrodeberg@sehinc.com 6/27/2018 www.mndot.gov/d8/projectsd/hwy15downtownhutch 22