Project(s) Goals Improve Traffic Circulation, Capacity & Safety Focus on Safety During Design & Construction Address Public Concerns Design an Aesthetically Pleasing Project Limit Environmental Impacts Minimize Inconvenience During Construction The Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department, through its consultant CH2M HILL, has completed design improvements to the existing Collier Boulevard (CR 951) corridor which will widen the roadway from a four-lane divided roadway to a six-lane divided urban four-lane & six-lane arterial roadway from US 41 to Davis Boulevard. This 7.5 mile stretch of roadway is rapidly growing and improvements are needed to enhance safety and improve local circulation. The widening will occur primarily within the existing median, so impacts to the adjacent developments will be minor. Erosion and sedimentation measures will be followed during construction to maintain current water quality levels and minimize impacts to wildlife in the area. Construction is scheduled to begin in October 2007 and is anticipated to take two years to complete. Project A Fact Sheet Length of Project: 7.5 miles (US 41 to Davis Boulevard) Widening from 4-Lanes to 6-Lanes Canal Improvements Water Quality Improvements Lighting, Sidewalks, Bike Lanes, Pathway Designer: CH2M HILL Construction Engineering and Inspection: Kisinger Campo Construction Services (KCCS) Contractor: Better Roads, Inc. For more information or questions about Project A, please contact Collier County Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department Project Manager Tad Pluc at 239-252-8192 or by email at Tadp@colliergov.net Project A Collier Boulevard II (US 41 to Davis Boulevard) Begin Construction October 2007 Project Manager's Corner The Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department through its consultant CH2M HILL is currently designing and constructing improvements to the 15-mile section of Collier Boulevard (CR 951) from. The improvements have been divided into four (4) distinct projects and are currently in various stages of design and construction. As the design and construction along this 15-mile corridor progresses, the county will solicit the community s views in developing the Collier Boulevard (CR 951) Corridor. It is important that we create a win-win solution in achieving both county and community goals. This newsletter serves as a communication link for interested citizens of, the traveling public and property owners along the corridor to keep them abreast of current design and construction progress so they can provide input that could be helpful during the process. These projects are being developed as a vital component in the regional transportation network to accommodate existing and future residential and commercial growth in the area and meet future traffic demands in. Environmental concerns have been addressed during the design and permitting process. Mitigation measures will be adhered to during construction to minimize disturbance to any wildlife in the area. Plans for the projects address the constructability of the roadway, specifically maintenance of existing traffic through the work zone, to enable vehicles to safely traverse the construction zone while maintaining full access to residents, local businesses and I-75 while protecting those working on the roadway. 1
Project B Collier Boulevard II Extension (Davis Boulevard to Main Golden Gate Canal) 30 % Design Phase The Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department, through its consultant CH2M HILL, is currently designing improvements to the existing Collier Boulevard (CR 951) corridor which will be widened from a four-lane divided roadway to an eight-lane divided urban arterial roadway from Davis Boulevard to the Main Golden Gate Canal. The project will also make improvements to the adjacent 0.25 mile section of Beck Boulevard. This 1.0 mile stretch of roadway located just north of Davis Boulevard is one of the most congested sections of roadway in and improvements are needed to enhance safety and improve local traffic circulation. This project is being coordinated with the Florida Department of Transportation due to its proximity to the I-75 Overpass. The widening will mainly occur to the outside of the existing pavement within the existing right-of-way. Minor right-of-way aquisition from adjacent properties along the west side of the corridor will be required north of the I-75 Interchange. Project B Fact Sheet Length of Project: 1.0 mile (Davis Boulevard to Main Golden Gate Canal ) Widening from 4 Lanes to 8 Lanes Minor improvements to the I-75 On and Off Ramps. Beck Boulevard Improvements (0.25 miles) Intersecting Street Improvements Main Golden Gate Canal Bridge Modifications Lighting, Sidewalk, Bike Lanes, Pathway For More Information Typical Section at I-75 Overpass For more information or questions about Project "B", contact Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department Project Manager Marlene Messam at 239-252-8192 or by email at MarleneMessam@colliergov.net 2
Project C - Collier Boulevard III (Main Golden Gate Canal to Golden Gate Boulevard) 60% Design Phase The Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department, through its consultant CH2M HILL is designing improvements to the existing Collier Boulevard (CR 951) corridor by widening this 4.0 mile section of roadway from a four-lane divided roadway to a six-lane divided urban arterial roadway from the Main Golden Gate Canal to Golden Gate Boulevard. The Project will also make improvements to the adjacent 0.5 mile section of Pine Ridge Road and the 0.5 mile section of White Boulevard. There are many physical constraints that will be considered during design. One of these is the location of the CR 951 Canal on the east side of Collier Boulevard (CR 951). The widening will occur mainly within the existing median, however minor impacts to adjacent properties along the west side of the corridor will be required in certain areas to provide stormwater treatment areas. Phase One of the project is currently funded to construct the 2.0 mile section of Collier Boulevard from Green Boulevard to Golden Gate Boulevard. Phase Two of the project will construct the 2.0 mile section of Collier Boulevard from the Main Golden Gate Canal to Green Boulevard. This project will be scheduled into the Transportation Five Year Work Program at a later date; however portions may be included with the Phase One construction. The final Phase One construction limits will be determined at the 90% Design Phase currently scheduled for spring 2008. Project C Fact Sheet Length of Project: 4.0 miles (Main Golden Gate Canal to Golden Gate Blvd. ) Widening from 4 Lanes to 6 Lanes Intersecting Street Improvements Bridge Replacements Canal Improvements and Relocations Utility Design/Relocations Lighting, Sidewalk, Bike Lanes, Pathway For More Information For more information or questions about Project "C", contact Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department Project Manager Marlene Messam at 239-252-8192 or by email at MarleneMessam@colliergov.net 3
Project D Collier Boulevard I (Golden Gate Boulevard to Immokalee Road) Currently Under Construction The Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department, through its consultant CH2M HILL, completed design improvements to the existing Collier Boulevard (CR 951) corridor which will widen the roadway from a two-lane undivided roadway to a six-lane divided urban arterial roadway from Golden Gate Boulevard to Immokalee Road. The project began construction in October of 2006 and is schedule for completion in spring 2009. Project D Fact Sheet Length of Project: 3.0 miles (Golden Gate Boulevard to Immokalee Road) Widening from 2-Lanes to 6-Lanes Canal Improvements Water Quality Improvements Lighting, Sidewalks, Bike Lanes, Pathway Designer: CH2M HILL Construction Engineering and Inspection: Johnson Engineering, Inc. Contractor: Better Roads, Inc. For More Information For more information or questions about Project D, please contact Transportation Engineering and Construction Management Department Project Manager John Conti at 239-252-8192 or by email at JohnConti@colliergov.net 4
TB062006002TPA Immokalee Rd 846 END PROJECT D Currently Under Construction BEGIN PROJECT D END PROJECT C Pine Ridge Rd Phase 1 White Blvd 896 Green Blvd BEGIN PROJECT C Phase 2 INTERSTATE 75 END PROJECT B Main Golden Gate Canal BEGIN PROJECT B END PROJECT A vd Davis Bl Collier Boulevard 84 951 951 846 INTERSTATE Naples 75 PROJECT(S) LOCATION 41 COLLIER COUNTY BEGIN PROJECT A Project(s) Location Map 5
GORDON RIVER WATER QUALITY PARK P R O J E C T N E W S L E T T E R Stormwater Water Quality Treatment for Naples Bay A publication to inform the public about the Gordon River Water Quality Park Gordon River Water Quality Park Engineering Design is currently in the planning stage for the creation of a water quality treatment park that will help Save the Naples Bay from harmful pollutants and alleviate flooding problems in surrounding areas. The park will also provide a number of passive recreational and educational uses. The proposed park site is situated on a 50 (+/-) acres parcel of county owned property located on the northeast corner of Goodlette-Frank Road and Golden Gate Parkway. The stormwater runoff within this watershed discharges directly into the Gordon River, proceeds to Naples Bay and ultimately makes its way to the headwaters of the Gulf of Mexico. For more than a decade, the Naples Bay has been subject to increased pollution as a result of the extensive land development in. The stormwater runoff in the Gordon River Basin is full of harmful chemicals from fertilizers and pesticides which are slowly damaging the natural ecosystem within the bay. The development has also caused a rise in the volume of stormwater runoff which has led to the flooding of certain areas within the Gordon River Basin. Land development growth continues to present major challenges to the existing stormwater network and requires innovative new solutions and improvements to the system in order to accommodate the needs within the region. The proposed concept of creating a passive natural park will blend nicely with Fleischman Park, an existing active recreational facility located just south of Fleischman Boulevard on Goodlette-Frank Road (See Project Location Map). June 2005 INFORMATIONAL PUBLIC WORKSHOP June 27, 2005 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at The Conservancy of Southwest Florida 1450 Merrihue Dr. Naples, FL 34102 A PowerPoint presentation will run continuously to provide an overview of the project, along with informational displays throughout the auditorium. A survey will also be taken to obtain public input. Project Goals Develop a stormwater management facility that will reduce pollution in the Naples Bay and alleviate flooding within the Gordon River Basin. This project must also create an aesthetically pleasing passive educational/recreation park facility, which not only minimizes environmental impacts but helps create a natural habitat where flora and fauna can flourish. The design of this facility will also allow the county the future option of an Aquifer Storage and Recovery System (ASR) within the park which will help store treated stormwater runoff for future landscape irrigation use.
P R O J E C T N E W S L E T T E R Stormwater Water Quality Treatment for Naples Bay A publication to inform the public about the Gordon River Water Quality Park June 2005 Project Manager's Corner The Gordon River Water Quality Park Project consists of a 50 acre natural water quality treatment facility which will provide flooding relief and tertiary treatment of stormwater runoff from the Gordon River Extension Basin. Based on the application of an interconnected system of multi-depth ponds, polishing marshes, and wetlands, the man-made park will function as a natural filtration system similar to the Everglades. The project will combine wetlands, habitats, trails, boardwalks, fishing piers, educational facilities, extensive landscape and hardscape within a passive park setting that will intrigue and educate nature enthusiasts. The notice to proceed was issued to the consultant on June 8, 2005. Project progress will be documented in engineering and environmental reports to keep the public abreast of the latest developments. More details can be found on www.colliergov.net For questions or more information contact Stormwater Management Dept. Project Manager Margaret Bishop at 239-774-8192 or by email at margaretbishop@colliergov.net Project Location Map Scale in Miles Proposed Gordon River Water Quality Park (Passive Recreation) 0 1/2 1 N Existing Fleischmann Park (Active Recreation) T012005004TPA