2021 Construction is Underway!

Contracts were awarded on April 20, 2021 for City street reconstruction projects 21-1 and 21-2. Property owners within these project areas should have received notification letters with project and schedule information in the US mail. For more information and to view project locations, visit: www.coonrapidsmn.gov/2021projects.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, City staff and the project Contractor will not hold public neighborhood meetings this May in advance of street reconstruction work commencing. Schedules, frequently asked questions, and City/Contractor contact information was mailed to all affected property owners via USPS. Project-specific contact information is contained within the mailing.

If you have any questions about street reconstruction projects, you may always email Engineering@coonrapidsmn.gov or call 763-767-6479.

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Coon Rapids Boulevard Reconstruction Project 18-13 – Reconstruction of Coon Rapids Boulevard from Egret Boulevard to the East River Road/Coon Rapids Boulevard Split

Coon Rapids Boulevard is an Anoka County Highway Department owned and maintained roadway, however this reconstruction project is being led by the City of Coon Rapids. Please direct all questions and concerns regarding this construction project to the City of Coon Rapids Project Manager, Mark Hansen, who can be reached at 763-767-6465.

Work planned during the week of May 3 includes installations of irrigation systems for landscaping and sod to be planted in the median area of Coon Rapids Boulevard between Egret Boulevard and Zilla Street. Project warranty repairs will also take place over the next several weeks. All work on this project is expected to be complete by June 2021.

Coon Rapids Boulevard Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation Project 18-13A

This pedestrian bridge is located northwest of the intersection of Coon Rapids Boulevard and Coon Rapids Boulevard Extension just southeast of Zilla Street. Please direct all questions and concerns regarding this construction project to the City of Coon Rapids Project Manager, Mark Hansen, who can be reached at 763-767-6465.

The City’s Contractor, Redstone Construction, is expected to begin work on this bridge rehabilitation project during the week of May 3. Project work includes repair of bridge concrete, drainage improvements, and bridge repainting. The adjacent trail will be closed to all pedestrian traffic during this work. In addition, the City plans to repaint the metal bridge railings, bollards, banner poles, bike racks, and benches located in this area. All work is expected to be complete by June 2021.

The Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) is currently rehabilitating its lift station (L34) adjacent to this City-owned pedestrian bridge along Coon Rapids Boulevard Extension. The MCES project website is https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water/Projects/Sewer-Planning-Construction-Updates/Projects/Coon-Rapids-L34-805560.aspx, and contains project schedule and contact information.

2020 Street Reconstruction Project 20-1 – 2.6 miles of local City streets (streets near Norway Street and East River Road, 97^th Avenue near Yellowpine Street, Norway Street near 107^th and 108^th Lane, and Avocet Street near 111^th Avenue)

The City’s full-time project inspector is Jason Huebscher, who can be contacted any time to respond to specific questions or concerns. Jason can be reached at 763-767-6570 (office) or 612-709-2704 (cell).

Irrigation repairs, installation of remaining sod, and repair of sod installed in 2020 within the Autumn Knolls neighborhood is expected to begin in early May. Residents are encouraged to contact Jason Huebscher if their irrigation system requires additional repairs.

2021 Street Reconstruction Project 21-1 – 3.0 miles of local streets (from 127^th Avenue north of 130^th Lane between Shenandoah Boulevard and Hanson Boulevard plus Bluebird Circle north of 121^st Avenue)

The Contractor for this project is New Look Construction. The Contractor’s main contact is Adam Pohlkamp at 320-980-3637. The City’s full-time project inspector is Zach Pfieffer, who can be contacted any time to respond to specific questions or concerns. Zach can be reached at 763-767-6431 (office) or 612-710-8243 (cell).

Work is expected to begin on streets located within the northwest corner of the Shenandoah Oaks neighborhood the week of May 3^rd. These streets include 128^th Lane, 129^th Lane, 130^th Lane, Nightingale Street, Martin Street, and Linnet Street. Initial work includes installation of traffic control signs, erosion and sediment control devices, removals, and utility work.

2021 Street Reconstruction Project 21-2 – 3.6 miles of local streets (streets north of Coon Rapids Boulevard between Flamingo and Jay Streets north to 106^th Avenue, Eagle Street to Avocet Street south of Egret Boulevard, and the neighborhood off Foley Boulevard between 95^th and 97^th Lanes)

The Contractor for this project is Northdale Construction. The Contractor’s main contact is Kevin Topp at 320-493-7369. The City’s full-time project inspector is Jason Huebscher, who can be contacted any time to respond to specific questions or concerns. Jason can be reached at 763-767-6570 (office) or 612-709-2704 (cell).

Work is expected to begin on streets located north of Coon Rapids Boulevard from Flamingo Street to Hummingbird Street during the week of May 3^rd. Initial work includes tree removals, installation of traffic control signs, and placement of erosion and sediment control devices.

Anoka County Projects – Foley Boulevard (CSAH 11) Railroad Bridge Overpass (between East River Road and Coon Rapids Boulevard)

To view the County’s project updates and subscribe to email notifications, click here: http://www.anokacounty.us/1578/Construction-Weekly

For specific County project questions, contact Chris Osterhus, the County’s Construction Supervisor, at 763-324-3189.

MnDOT Projects – Round Lake Boulevard Signal Replacements and Sidewalk Construction at Highway 10; Traffic Signal Replacements at TH 610 Exit Ramp and Coon Rapids Boulevard

To view project updates for the Round Lake Boulevard Signal Replacement and Sidewalk Construction project, please click here.

Watch our Street Reconstruction Videos!

Watch the City’s street reconstruction videos to learn more about the process! The first addresses frequently asked questions, and the second demonstrates what the process will look like in a Coon Rapids neighborhood.

Visit our website to view them: www.coonrapidsmn.gov/843/Street-Reconstruction