Oakland Avenue Reconstruction

Roadway

• Construct curb extensions (bump outs) throughout the project limits to enhance pedestrian safety (See map for locations)
• Install Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons (RRFBs) at Elmdale Court and Glendale Avenue to enhance pedestrian safety
• Replace and modify the existing RRFBs at Jarvis Street (See map for location)
• Remove the southbound right turn lane at Metro Market
• Upgrade all traffic signals and street lighting
• Construct additional bus shelters at the Kenmore Place bus stops

Utilities

• Upgrade aging underground utilities, improve drainage and replace lead service lines
• Install new fire hydrants and additional water valves
• Replace storm sewers and catch basins and adjust manholes along the corridor

Construction Impacts

• During construction, one lane of traffic will be maintained whenever possible. The contractor may schedule long-term closures of one direction of traffic. Traffic patterns will be posted on the website weekly
• During water main and underground utility replacement work, parking on Oakland Avenue will be maintained except in work zones
• Short-term water shut-offs are necessary while crews replace water mains and service lines. Some night work is scheduled to accommodate businesses with daytime water needs
• Parking on Oakland Avenue will be prohibited during roadway reconstruction
• Crews are scheduled to saw-cut expansion cracks in the evening and overnight hours during paving operations. Noise is associated with this work
• Short-term sidewalk closures are scheduled. ADA compliant detours will be posted
• Periodic temporary water service interruptions
• The village and project team will work with Milwaukee County Transit System to reroute bus service as needed