Alma School/Chandler Blvd. Intersection Improvement Project:
There are numerous arterial street intersections within the City where traffic congestion is a problem during peak rush hour and motorists must wait two or more traffic signal cycles before proceeding through the intersection.  This project is currently under design and will increase the capacity of the intersection, resulting in reduced traffic delays and improved air quality (less vehicle idling time). The improvements will include the addition of dual left turn lanes, a third auxiliary through lane, and dedicated right turn lanes for all directions of travel.  Additional work includes paved concrete medians, steet lighting, storm drainage, and landscaping.  A construction start date has not been set. For more information, or to participate in a project Stakeholder Group, contact Tim Krawczyk, Project Manager, at 480-782-3362.

Alma School/Ray Intersection Improvement Project:
The City is planning to widen the intersection of Alma School Road and Ray Road beginning in early 2011. The $4.4 million improvement project will include the addition of dual left turn lanes, dedicated right turn lanes, a third through-lane, plus new medians, street lighting, storm drains, sidewalks, traffic signal and landscaping.  Utility relocations also will occur.  For more information, or to participate in a project Stakeholder Group, contact Kurt Krause, Project Manager, at 480-782-3317.

Chandler Boulevard and Price Loop 101 Bike Lane and Left Turn Lane Improvements:
The City has received federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funds to design bicycle lanes and an additional left turn lane under the Price Loop 101 Freeway at Chandler Blvd. This project will design bicycle lanes in both the eastbound and westbound directions to provide bicycle lane connectivity and a second left turn lane for westbound to southbound traffic movements under the freeway overpass to improve traffic circulation.  This project will also include modifications to the retaining wall beneath the overpass.  A Design Concept Report (DCR) and federal environmental clearance documents were completed under a separate design services contract and were approved by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). Construction is slated to start in spring 2011 at a cost of approximately $3 million.  Fore more information contact Joshua Plumb, Project Manager, at 480-782-3312.

Chandler Boulevard Improvement Project (Colorado Street to McQueen Road):
The City is planning to widen Chandler Boulevard between Colorado Street and McQueen Road in Fiscal Year 2014-15.  Preliminary design concepts are being developed for widening to six lanes this remaining stretch. Chandler Blvd. has been widened to six lanes along its 10-mile length except for this section.  For more information, or to participate in a project Stakeholder Group, contact Dara Griffith, Project Manager, 480-782-3314.

Commonwealth Avenue Improvement Project:
The City is planning to improve a portion of Commonwealth Avenue between Hamilton Street and Ithica Place.  The project is currently under design.  Construction of the $800,000 project is expected to commence in the spring of 2010. A separate project by Salt River Project to underground an existing irrigation canal that runs along Commonwealth Avenue will precede the City work. The road improvements include the extension of underground utilities, including
water and sewer. For more information, or to participate in a project Stakeholder Group, contact Chris Lamm, Project Manager, at 480-782-3301.

Dobson/Chandler Boulevard Intersection Improvement Project:
Improvements to the intersection of Dobson Road and Chandler Blvd. are scheduled to begin January 2010. The intersection improvements will consist of adding dual left turn lanes, dedicated right turn lanes, a third thru-lane on Dobson Road, plus new curb, gutter, sidewalks, and landscaping. For more information or to participate in a project Stakeholder Group, contact Kurt Krause, Project Manager, at 480-782-3317. 

Galveston Street Pedestrian Bridge over Loop 101 (Price Freeway):
The City is planning to construct a pedestrian/bicycle bridge over the Price Freeway (Loop 101) near the Galveston Street alignment. Plans are to construct the bridge pier in 2009 as part of ADOT’s HOV lane project along the 101. Construction of the pedestrian/bike bridge structure is awaiting funding.  If you have questions or require further information, contact Bob Bortfeld (480-782-3451) or Joshua Plumb (480-782-3312).

Gilbert Road Improvements (Queen Creek Rd to Hunt Hwy):
Design is underway for widening Gilbert Road between Queen Road Road and Hunt Highway. The project will include landscaped medians, bike lanes, curb, gutter, sidewalks, right and left turn lanes, bus pullouts, and extensive water, reclaimed water, and sewer work. The project is slated to start construction in fall 2010, with a phased construction sequence to accommodate the real estate acquisition and utility relocation schedule.  Work is to be accomplished over a three-year period.  For more information contact Tim Krawczyk, Project Manager, at 480-782-3362.  Public Meeting Summary (PDF) Public Meeting Comment Forms (PDF). 60%Design-HuntHwy-to-Riggs (PDF). 60%Design-Riggs-to-ChandlerHts (PDF). 60%Design-ChandlerHts-to-Ocotillo (PDF). 60%Design-Ocotillo-to-QueenCreek (PDF). 60%Design-Ocotillo&ChandlerHtsIntersections (PDF).

McQueen Road Improvement Project (Queen Creek Road to Riggs Road): 
This project will widen McQueen Road to six lanes between Queen Creek and Ocotillo roads and to four lanes between Ocotillo and Riggs roads.  McQueen currently is a two-lane road south of Queen Creek Road to the City’s Border at Hunt Highway. The contractor (Pulice Construction) began construction of the section between Queen Creek and Ocotillo roads on October 19, 2009 and will conclude in mid-2010 . The project will include new curb, gutter, storm drain, sidewalks, streetlights, bike lanes, medians and landscaping. For more information contact Kurt Krause at 480-782-3317. Public Meeting Summary (PDF)  Public Meeting Comment Forms (PDF) Public Meeting Display Board (PDF- Large file may take several minutes to download). Visit the McQueen Road project Web site. 

Ocotillo Road Improvement Project:
The City plans to widen Ocotillo Road to four lanes between Arizona Avenue and McQueen Road. The project is currently under design. The improvements will include bike lanes, sidewalks, curb, gutters, street lighting, storm drainage, landscaping, and utility relocations. In addition, existing sewer lines within the project limits will be rehabilitated, new potable and reclaimed water mains will be constructed, and laterals for sewer and water will be provided to all undeveloped parcels.  Construction is slated to begin in Fiscal Year 2012/13. For more information, or to participate in a project Stakeholder Group,contact Chris Lamm, Project Manager, at 480-782-3301.

Ray/ McClintock Intersection Improvement Project:
Design plans are being prepared for widening the Ray Road/McClintock Drive intersection to allow for the addition of dual left turn lanes in each direction, a third auxiliary through lane on McClintock Drive, dedicated right turn lanes, paved concrete medians, street lighting, storm drainage and landscaping.  Construction is anticipated to commence in fiscal year 2015-16.  For more information, or to participate in a project Stakeholder Group, contact Joshua Plumb, Project Manager, 480-782-3312.

South Arizona Avenue Improvements:  The City is planning various roadway and streetscape improvements for the South Arizona Avenue Corridor. The improvements are intended to improve traffic circulation and develop a pedestrian-friendly feel to the City's core and a new entryway, or "front door", into downtown from the Loop 202 Santan Freeway.  Two initial projects being proposed involve improvements to sections of Arizona Avenue and Washington Street.  For more information, visit the South Arizona Avenue Improvements web site, www.ChandlersNewFrontDoor.com, or contact the project hotline at 480-898-4100.

Western Canal Shared Use Path:
The City recently completed construction of a 10-foot-wide concrete bicycle and pedestrian path on the south side of the Western Canal between the Hamilton Street alignment (Southern Pacific RR tracks) and Loop 101 Price Freeway. The path features landscaped rest areas (pedestrian nodes) at the arterial street crossings and path lighting. The rest areas have seating walls and drinking fountains.  The City is designing signalized pedestrian street crossings to increase safety where the path crosses Arizona Avenue, Alma School Road and Dobson Road.  All three signals are being funded by federal grants. For more information, call  480-782-3319 or 480-782-3403.

CONTACT:

Jim Phipps, public information officer
480-782-2225