St. Paul, MN—State Representative Kristin Robbins, R-Maple Grove, hosted a community meeting with officials from the Minnesota Department of Transportation today in Maple Grove to give the community an update on the upcoming 3-year project that will expand Interstate 94 between Maple Grove and Clearwater. The project, which is scheduled to be done in the fall of 2021, will improve safety and reduce traffic along a 39-mile segment of I-94 and be an investment of $350-$400 million in our region.
"There is a great deal of interest in how this three-year project will impact commute times and the ability of businesses to get products to clients and the broader market that this important freight corridor serves," noted Rep. Robbins. "I am grateful that MnDOT officials took time to come to our district to lay out the timeline for lane changes and bridge closures and answer questions from citizens so we can know what to expect and how to plan for inevitable disruptions."
Around 50 to 60 people attended the event and everyone had time to ask questions. MnDOT officials stressed the importance of staying informed to avoid frustration during the process and they provided several options for staying informed. Citizens can:
"This expansion will reduce congestion, improve safety and traffic flows, enable more efficient movement of freight and promote economic growth in this vital corridor," stated Rep. Robbins. "I know construction is always somewhat painful, but MnDOT is committed to keeping two or three lanes open in both directions, depending on the segment, throughout this process. I hope people take advantage of all of the communication tools so they know how to avoid delays as the situation evolves."
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