Mille Lacs County is partnering with the City of Princeton for
improvements to CSAH 4 (7th Avenue N) Working Hours: The contractor is permitted to work between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm Monday through Friday and between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on Saturday (may be subject to change)
• Reconstruction of CSAH 4 - this will include constructing a new two-lane roadway with parking and sidewalk on the east side. • Full replacement of sanitary sewer - sanitary sewer is currently in need of full replacement due to condition of existing pipe, the City has spent time and resources over the last several years repairing sewer leaks. The new sanitary sewer main will be upsized to accommodate future growth. • Full replacement of water main - The existing watermain is currently a 6" pipe and needs to be upsized to an 8" pipe in order to meet the demands and fire protection for the City. Residents living on 7th Avenue N will be receive a temporary water service while the utility construction is underway. • Removing the skewed intersection at Rum River Drive - the new intersection will connect at Rum River Drive as a perpendicular intersection to improve the safety of the intersection. • Construct new roundabout at the intersection of Rum River Drive and 12th Street N - a mini roundabout is proposed in order to improve the safety and operations of the intersection during both peak and nonpeak hours.
· 7th Ave N is an active construction zone, and residents (both adults and children) should not be entering open trenches or approaching equipment. The construction team recently saw (on more than one occasion) activity that included both adults and children entering an open trench where utility work was taking place. If residents are curious to the work taking place, feel free to ask a worker any questions – we love to educate the public on the infrastructure underground, but entering the construction trenches near heavy moving machinery is very dangerous. Construction for this project will also include impacts to lawns and driveways. Please know that at the end of the project driveways will be repaired and lawns will be restored.
Due to the nature of construction, there will be times during the day when you may not be able to access your driveway due to utility work, street paving, or other work. Following concrete curb or driveway repair work, access may be unavailable for up to 7 days while the concrete cures. Residents will be provided as much notice as possible when these situations occur. We encourage you to sign up for construction updates so you are aware of construction activity that may affect you.
Can I park on the street?
During construction, we ask that all residents refrain from parking on the street. There are certain construction activities, i.e. curb replacement, where you may be required to park on the street. We will notify you prior to curb placement and let you know where you can park.
Will delivery or removal service be disrupted (mail service, UPS/FedEx/Amazon and garbage service)?
The City will coordinate with the Post Office, delivery services, and garbage service during periods of limited access.
Where will I be able to pick up my mail?
During construction, the contractor will set up a temporary mail box location. Mail boxes will be reinstalled at the completion of the project. If preferred, residents can rent a PO box or have their mail held at the post office.
How will the school bus pick up my children?
The majority of the utility work will occur while school is not in session. Street work will occur in late summer/early fall, and the City will coordinate with the bus company to determine if an alternate pick-up location is required during construction. If a new location is required, the affected residents will be notified.
Will the areas of my lawn that are disturbed be replaced?
Areas where grass is disturbed the contractor will place seed and spray hydro mulch to reestablish turf. Once the seed and hydro mulch is placed it will take up to 2 weeks for the seed to germinate and 4-7 weeks for grass to grow depending on weather and moisture.
How are landscaping features, lawn irrigation systems, and pet fences dealt with during construction?
Due to the depth of construction, there can be significant impacts to the right of way in front of your home. We ask that you locate sprinkler heads, sprinkler lines, and pet fences.
Will my water and sanitary sewer services be replaced?
Water and sewer services will be replaced. Temporary water lines and sewer lines will be installed during construction. Water service may be shut off for a temporary period of time, residents will receive a 24 hour notice prior to any planned shut off occurring. During connection of the new services, the contractor may need access to your home to locate the service connection.
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