Construction Update – Week of August 24th
Construction continues to move forward as crews work on underground utilities throughout the downtown project area. Work will shift toward Delano Avenue over the coming days, followed by continued storm sewer installation.
Planned Work Includes:
- Completing utility work on Delano Avenue.
- Crews will continue work in the Delano Avenue area, including water main and utility improvements.
- Residents and motorists should expect construction equipment, temporary closures, and changing access conditions as this work progresses.
- Beginning storm sewer installation.
- Storm sewer work is anticipated to begin during the week of August 24.
- Storm sewer installation is expected to continue through the week of August 31 and into mid-September.
- Continued coordination with the Maple & Main development.
- Preparations are underway for the Maple & Main development to mobilize beginning August 31, with remediation work anticipated to begin September 3.
- Temporary parking and construction fencing are being coordinated to maintain access for nearby businesses and services as work progresses.
School Pickup
With the start of the school year approaching, the project team is coordinating access around the construction area. The current plan is for school pickup to occur on Budd Avenue, south of the library, to provide a more consistent pickup location while construction continues.
Upcoming Seal Coating
Separate from the downtown reconstruction project, seal coating is currently anticipated for September 2 or September 3 on:
- Main Street West
- Rainbow Avenue
- Oak Street
Schedules remain subject to change due to weather, field conditions, and construction progress.
Residents and motorists should expect construction equipment, temporary traffic impacts, and changing access conditions throughout the project area. Please use caution when traveling through the construction zone and follow all posted signage.
Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we work to improve Maple Plain's downtown infrastructure.