Public information meeting Nov. 13 for North Main Street (US 45) in Oshkosh

November 6, 2008

Second meeting to focus on design plans

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WISDOT) Northeast Region in Green Bay is announcing a public information meeting to discuss plans for the reconstruction of North Main Street (US 45) from the Fox River bridge to Irving Avenue in the city of Oshkosh in Winnebago County. The meeting is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008 at City Hall, Room 404, 215 Church Avenue, Oshkosh. A brief presentation is scheduled to begin at 5:15 p.m.

The remainder of the meeting will follow an open house format. WisDOT and city of Oshkosh representatives will be available during this time to provide information, answer questions, and discuss the proposed project and schedule on an individual basis. The public is encouraged to attend the meeting, view displays, and provide input.

The proposed improvements to North Main Street are extensive and include reconstruction of the pavement, curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm sewer, water main, and sanitary sewer. Streetscape enhancements will include decorative street lighting, street trees and plantings, and enhanced crosswalk pavement treatments.

Construction of the estimated $5.7 million project is planned for 2010.

Citizens interested in the project but unable to attend the meeting, or who would like more information, please contact project manager Bill Bertrand at (920) 492-5708. Written comments regarding the project can be mailed to Bill Bertrand, WisDOT-Northeast Region, P.O. Box 28080, Green Bay, WI 54324-0080. Citizens who are hearing-impaired and require an interpreter may request one by contacting Bill Bertrand at least three working days prior to the meeting via the Wisconsin Telecommunications Relay system (call 711).

For more information, contact:
Kim Rudat, Regional Communications Manager
(920) 492-5743, kim.rudat@dot.state.wi.us