Kendal Lofts Construction Impacts Main Street Traffic

The new Kendal Lofts project has caused some issues for drivers.

Construction of the Kendal Lofts project on the corner of West and Main in downtown Waukesha, which had stalled last January, now crosses into the street.  Drivers must attempt to maneuever the orange barrels that line the two-way Main Street as they turn onto West Street from Wisconsin Avenue.  The Main Street bars will see a bustle of activity for St. Patrick's Day, so the construction may become an issue if it's as busy as expected.  When the Waukesha Plan Commission approved the development of the 42-unit apartment building, it was met with concerns about the lack of parking availability in that area.  Although construction on the project had stalled, the opening is now scheduled for the summer of 2013. 

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Highway M Construction Begins Aug. 13

Roadwork in City of Pewaukee to last until Aug. 24.

Barstow Street Bridge Lane Closures Begin Monday

Repair project is expected to last until Aug. 22.

Weather permitting, it is planned to begin cleaning and sealing the driving lanes and the west sidewalk of the Barstow Street Bridge on Monday, according to the city’s engineering department. Work also includes joint repair and other miscellaneous repair.  Barstow Street will remain open to traffic and to pedestrians; however, there will be only one lane in each direction on the bridge and on the approaches to the bridge.  Work is expected to be complete by about Aug. 22.

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East Main Street Lane Closure Begins Monday

Two-day project will be between Manhattan Drive and Highway 164.

As summer construction continues throughout the city, a two-day road project will close lanes on East Main Street between Manhattan Drive and Highway 164. The pavement repair at the intersection begins Monday and is expected to last two days, according to the city’s Engineering Department. Information on other street closings can be found on the city’s website here. Upcoming summer events that impact traffic in the city include the Carl Zach Bike Race Sunday, June 24, and the Fourth of July parade.

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Turn Restrictions Planned for Sunset/Grand

Pavement repair expected to last a week for Waukesha intersection.

As summer construction continues throughout the city, turning from Sunset Drive onto Grand Avenue will be limited during the next week. The pavement repair at the intersection begins today and is expected to continue through June 26. Large vehicles, such as buses and trucks, will not be able to turn right or left from Sunset Drive onto Grand Avenue, according to the city’s Engineering Department. Information on other street closings can be found on the city’s website here. Upcoming summer events that impact traffic in the city include the Carl Zach Bike Race Sunday, June 24, and the Fourth of July parade.

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Bridge Painting Will Hamper Travel, But Not for Memorial Day

Stadium bridges will receive a new paint job this week, but WisDOT says work will not hamper holiday travel.

According to a release received on Monday, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has begun needed repainting of bridges on I-94 in and around the Stadium Interchange. The lane closures began late on Sunday and will be in place until noon on Friday May 25. The project will restart on Monday night May 28 and run until Thursday May 31 or until the project is finished. There will be lane closures impacting different lanes over the course of the project. Current plans for repainting work: This work is subject to adverse weather conditions. WisDOT employees are available for comment on this project.

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Bugline Trail Meeting More Than Ruffles Some Feathers

Opponents of plans to pave the recreational trail have strong words for county officials at informational meeting.

While some residents attended the meeting in favor of the Bugline Trail Improvement Project, the overwhelming majority of area resents who came were — in a word — livid. Citizens gathered at the Pauline Haass Public Library in Sussex Thursday evening to meet with Waukesha County parks officials and members of the project’s design team. While there was no formal presentation, about 10 informational boards lined the room outlining specifics about the project, and residents could submit their comments on paper in a comment box. Some of the first residents at the meeting were Menomonee Falls residents Jim and Bonnie Ziolecki, and they had no problem asking the almost 10 project officials the tough questions. “Alright, so who woke up one day …

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Driving to Lambeau for Season Opener? Leave Early, Says DOT

Construction season continues on roads leading to Lambeau Field in Green Bay.

Green-and-Gold drivers should plan to leave plenty early for the Sept. 8 season opening game at Lambeau Field. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation said in a written release that most routes into Green Bay will have two lanes of traffic open and work will cease well before game time. Still, Packer fans are advised to plan for delays and build extra time into their schedules. Here's a list of where construction is on-going: US 41 Brown County – drivers will encounter 11-foot travel lanes and reduced shoulders in multiple locations along a 10-mile segment of highway. Winnebago County – a majority of 16 miles of highway, from WIS 26 to Breezewood Lane, has restricted shoulders and 11-foot travel lanes. Any minor incident could lead to …

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Heather Asiyanbi

9:10 am on Thursday, September 8, 2011

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Packer Backer Beware: Construction on Roads to Lambeau Field

Construction is happening on most major roads in Northeast Wisconsin.

Drivers heading to Lambeau Field to watch the Green Bay Packers take on the Arizona Cardinals on Fri., Aug. 19 should probably get an early start. With construction part of almost every major road in Northeast Wisconsin, drivers could face delays and/or detours even though the state Department of Transportation says work will end five hours before game time and not resume until five hours after game time. Here are some details: US 41 Winnebago County - a majority of 16 miles of highway, from WIS 26 to Breezewood Lane, has restricted shoulders and 11-foot travel lanes. Any minor incident could lead to long travel delays because of the width restrictions on northbound and southbound lanes. Brown County - drivers will encounter 11-foot travel…

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WisDOT to Install New Lighting in Marquette Interchange; Lane Closure Expected This Week

The 'digital chevron' system installed will be a first in the state.

Commuters, take note: The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will implement a new technology in the Marquette Interchange from the I-94 eastbound ramp to northbound I-43 in starting July 12. The installation will close the right lane on I-94 eastbound between the 13th Street exit and the connector ramp to I-43 northbound from July 12-15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. While travel times may be longer, John Oimoen, manager with WisDOT, said the operation will ultimately improve operations and safety on our transportation network.” He also said “a new dynamic chevron system is a cost-effective way to help motorists stay alert and monitor their speeds in this area.” This system is the first of its kind in Wisconsin and WisDOT said benefits…

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