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Johnson, Lori
From: Jacobs, Judy (DOT) [Judy.Jacobs@state.mn.us]
Sent: Monday, June 07, 2010 11:13 AM
To: #DOT NEWSRELEASE; #DOT_D3USERS
Subject: Accessibility improvements on Highway 10 in Elk River begin June 14
Minnesota Department of Transportation
News Release
June 4, 2010
Contact: Judy Jacobs, Communications - 218-828-5706
For immediate use
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Accessibility improvements on Highway 10 in Elk River begin June 14
ST. CLOUD, Minn. -- Motorists will encounter shoulder, sidewalk and lane closures on Highway 10 in
Elk River beginning Monday, June14, as crews make pedestrian accessibility improvements at the
intersections of Proctor Avenue and Main Street.
Motorists should be prepared for sudden stops, watch for workers and equipment in the construction
zone, including in the medians. Parking restrictions and sidewalk and side street closures are possible.
The pedestrian controls at the traffic signal systems also will be upgraded for individuals with hearing or
sight impairments by providing safety directions in alternative formats using verbal messages, audible
tones and vibrating button surfaces.
Landwehr Construction, Inc., of St. Cloud, is the prime contractor for the $70,000 accessibility
improvement project.
All work is anticipated to be domplete by July 30.
During roadwork, Mn/DOT urges drivers to:
• Check wwvv.511 mn.org or call 511 for up-to-date information about traffic and road
conditions.
• Stay alert; expect the unexpected.
• Remember text messaging while driving is illegal.
• Don't eat or drink while driving.
• Follow posted speed limits; fines double in work zones.
• Plan ahead and expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
Work Zones. Pay Attention or Pay the Price.
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