Oak Street 28th to Promenade Project Summary
The Oak Street project, extending from 28th Street to Promenade, is a significant infrastructure initiative aimed at improving connectivity and traffic flow in the area. The project has several key goals:
Enhancing Connectivity: The primary objective is to improve east/west connectivity and reinforce the existing grid network, providing alternate routes to the interchanges at New Hope and Walnut.
Traffic Reduction: Another goal is to reduce congestion along New Hope and Walnut, which are currently high-traffic areas.
Current Status:
The project plans are largely completed, with the final creek restoration design being coordinated with property owners. This final step is essential to ensure that the project can proceed smoothly.
Current Action Items:
Coordination with Utility Providers: The project team is working with franchise BHE to revise the plan. Additionally, Carroll Electric is prepared to start relocating, but they are awaiting the removal of a Street Department building that is scheduled for demolition before they can proceed.
Property Acquisitions: Only one property remains to be acquired, which is critical to finalizing the project’s groundwork.
Timeline Overview:
The timeline shows a history of delays, particularly in 2021, related to design and acquisitions, as well as creek realignment and revised bridge design. Another delay in 2023 was due to issues related to a recreational easement. The project has seen some delays in its initial schedule, but progress continues towards completion.
Project Leadership:
The project is managed by Jaime Kemp, with consultation services provided by CTA.
This project is vital for easing traffic congestion in the area and improving overall connectivity, which will benefit both local residents and businesses. The anticipated improvements to the road infrastructure will provide long-term benefits to the city's transportation network.
