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CITY OF LITTLE CANADA Little Canada Road Improvements Construction Notes Issue No. 3 — October 4, 2000 This newletter is to update the commercial and residential properties that are effected by the Little Canada Road reconstruction project. Questions Property owners with questions about the project should call Howard R. Green Company's representatives —Terry Maurer, City Engineer, or Lee Elfering, Project Engineer, at (651) 644 -4389, or Lyle Splittstoser, Project Inspector, at (612) 963 -7188, for construction related questions. Feel free >['l to talk to any of these individuals about issues or concerns you may have about the project. Construction Update Gravel is being place on the Little Canada Road in preparation of concrete curb installation and street paving. The private utility work is proceeding and is anticipated to be completed in the next 2 to 2 1/2 weeks, Canadian Pacific railroad will be reconstructing the railroad crossing on Little Canada Road starting Thursday of this week. Due to this work, Little Canada Road will be completely dosed to traffic at the railroad crossing starting Thursday, October 5, and remain closed thru Monday, October 9. No vehicles will be able to cross the tracks at this time. The crossing will be open for local traffic Tuesday, October 10. Tentative Schedule It is anticipated that concrete curb and gutter will be constructed the middle of next week. The first two lifts of bituminous pavement will be placed following the curb construction. The first lift of bituminous is scheduled to be placed the later part of the third week in October. Please travel at a reduced speed through the work zone and pay close attention to the detour signage as it will be modified as work progresses to direct traffic to the safest and quickest route within the construction area. As with any construction work, the schedule and completion of the project will be somewhat dependent on the weather. If we have any significant precipitation, the construction site may need to dry out prior to continuing work. We ask for your patience with weather / delays throughout this project. / /i // We urge you to use caution around the work site. Your assistance in reminding area children to stay clear of construction equipment is helpful in maintaining a safe environment. Your continued patience and cooperation during this construction is appreciated. Watch for future issues of this newsletter for updates on the progress of the project. Page 37