The City is pleased to have a number of construction projects occurring in 2011. The following is a brief summary of each project:
1. Goose Lake Road Utility Improvements
This work includes the extension of sanitary sewer and water main improvements to serve current and future commercial development in the vicinity of Goose Lake Road and Centerville Road. Construction began the week of June 13 and will last until the end of July. This work requires the closure of Goose Lake Road beneath Interstate 35E.
2. Street Mill and Overlay in the John Mitchell Preserve Area
This work includes the removal and replacement of the top 1.5” of bituminous surfacing on Vadnais Lake Drive, Samuel Court and Nathanial Court. Milling operations will begin on June 17. This work will also include isolated curb replacement prior to paving. This work is scheduled to be completed by the end of July.
3. International Drive Traffic Signal and Turn Lane Improvements
This work will include the construction of a new signal system at the corner of International Drive and County Road E. Work will also include a turn lane for east bound traffic on County Road E to turn south on International Drive. Also, sidewalk improvements will be completed for approximately 700 feet in the project vicinity. This will be the last stage of sidewalk improvements that will now provide a continuous sidewalk from City Center to Trunk Highway 61. This work will take until October 2011 to complete.
4. Mill and Overlay improvements on County Road F
The City is working with Ramsey County for mill and overlay improvements on County Road F from Oakcrest Drive to Centerville Road. This work will be constructed during the week of July 11. The width of County Road F will remain the same. This work will take approximately 10 days to complete.
5. Westfield Park Improvements
A new playground will be constructed this summer in Westfield Park which is located in the northern portion of the City west of Greenhaven Drive. Construction bids for a new tennis court will be received on June 28. Grading and painting improvements are also planned in the Park this construction season.
If you have any questions regarding any of these projects, please contact City Engineer Mark Graham at 651.204.6050.