Public information meeting October 28 for primary arterial study in Polk County

October 13, 2008

Study to help preserve a primary arterial corridor near the villages of Osceola and Dresser

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northwest Regional Office is announcing a public information meeting to introduce a primary arterial study for the preservation of a future arterial corridor generally located between County X and County S in Polk County. The meeting is scheduled from 5 - 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 at the Osceola High School, 1111 Oak Ridge Drive.

The goal of the study is to identify and preserve a primary arterial corridor that separates regional traffic from local traffic destined to Dresser and Osceola. The study will identify several alternatives for a future arterial corridor, conduct an environmental assessment and create a locally adopted official map in order to preserve the future corridor.

The public is encouraged to attend the meeting, provide input and ask questions about the study. Maps showing the current study area conditions will be on display.  WisDOT representatives will also be available to discuss the study on an individual basis.

If you are unable to attend the meeting, or would like more information, contact Marc Bowker at (715) 635-4975. Written comments regarding the project can be mailed to Marc Bowker, WisDOT, Northwest Region – Spooner, 7102 Green Valley Road, Spooner, WI 54801.

Citizens who are hearing-impaired and who require an interpreter may request one by contacting Marc Bowker at least three working days prior to the meeting via the Wisconsin Telecommunications Relay system (dialing 711).

For more information, contact:
Chris Ouellette, Regional Communications Manager
(715) 833-9814, chris.ouellette@dot.state.wi.us