3/27/24 Construction Meeting - Mississippi Drive Area, Improvement Project No. 22402
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Project overview and schedule
Road construction and paving methodology
Intersection realignment at Adair Ave and West River Road
Utility infrastructure improvements (sanitary manholes, water mains)
ADA-compliant pedestrian ramp upgrades
Storm sewer and water treatment structure enhancements
Curb stop and gate valve repairs
Street lighting modernization
Communication strategies and hotline
Assessment structure and payment options
Areas of Interest (5)
- City of Champlin launching a 3.6-mile road reconstruction project impacting 331 households.
- Property assessments for road improvements set at $5,680 per household.
- Controversy potential: Residents face potential property access issues and lawn landscaping impacts during the project.
- City prioritizing LED lighting and storm water treatment near the Mississippi River.
- Council member warns of construction 'numbness' and urges neighbors to support elderly residents during the project.
Notable Quotes (2)
If you see a flasher don't go around it because you'll probably step in some wet concrete.
If you are a regular user of email I'm sure we have neighbors and they feel typically an elderly demographic who don't get those please be a neighbor go connect with them.
People (4)
Sam MorrisConstruction ManagerCity of Champlain representative; main point of contact for construction operations.
1 quote
City of Champlain representative; main point of contact for construction operations.
“I'll be spending 80% of this summer on the road project working with the contractor making sure that any material he brings in on site or any infrastructure he implements into the street um meets the city's plans and specs.”
Describing his role as the lead inspector for the project.
Jen EdisonSenior Project EngineerWorks for WSB, the firm that designed the project plans and specifications.
Works for WSB, the firm that designed the project plans and specifications.
Heather NelsonCity EngineerRepresenting the City of Champlain's engineering department.
Representing the City of Champlain's engineering department.
Tim LroyCouncil MemberProvides advice on resident communication and personal experience with city projects.
1 quote
Provides advice on resident communication and personal experience with city projects.
“Get on that email blast and use the hotline as you as you have concerns don't hesitate don't get mythed don't get frustrated.”
Encouraging residents to use official communication channels to resolve construction issues.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (4)
- Project start: Beginning of April
- Phase 1: April to mid-July
- Phase 2: May to August
- Assessment deadline: November 15