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Construction Update

North Union Complete Street Transformation Project

SNOW REMOVALThe center median will be used to provide a snow

storage area during the winter. There will be enough room to provide additional snow storage adjacent to the median in the case of large snow events and this snow will be removed at night as is currently done by DPW forces.

DELIVERY TRUCKSShort-term delivery trucks

will double park like they currently do. For longer period deliveries, loading zones may be provided in select areas.

BICYCLESBy adding bike lanes and

having slower traffic, more cyclists will use N. Union Street for both recreational and utilitarian purposes.

ROUNDABOUTSRoundabouts are included in

the design to improve traffic flow by slowing vehicles and eliminating the stops and starts associated with traffic signals.

MEGA-TRUCKSThe design team worked closely

with Dresser-Rand to accommodate the dimensions and requirements of the oversize trucks that use Wayne Street and N. Union Street.

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How To Navigate A Roundabout

TRAFFIC UPDATESFor updates on any major

traffic delays, sign up to the city notification system by texting Olean 14760 to 888777 to receive text alerts.

OLEAN On The Move

v:03.17.2015

Construction SequenceSpring/Summer/Fall 2015:

The north end of North Union Street will be reconstructed from the Main Street intersection to the railroad crossing. During the first construction phase, traffic will be moved to the east side of North Union while construction takes place on the west side portion of the street. There will be no on-street parking during this phase. Off-street parking locations are identified at www.walkableolean.com. Traffic will shift to the finished west side while construction is completed on the east side. Roundabouts will be constructed at Main Street, Wayne Street and the Olean Center Mall entrance.

Utility work will also be done in the south section of North Union Street during 2015.

Spring/Summer/Fall 2016:

The south end of the street will be reconstructed from the railroad crossing to the E. State Street/W. State Street intersection. Traffic will be moved to the middle of the road while lighting, utilities, and streetscape amenities are installed. There will be no on-street parking during this phase. Traffic will then be shifted to the completed section so the median can be finished. Roundabout construction will also take place at Sullivan Street and State Street.

Traveler Advisory Updates

A Traveler Advisory Update will be emailed weekly and posted on the Walkable Olean website, Facebook page and City of Olean website to detail the construction taking place along North Union Street.

The Traveler Advisory Update includes a map of the anticipated work zone area, a description of the type of work to be done, parking restrictions, road/driveway closures, a description of anticipated impact on traffic as well as any other information that will assist the public during this construction period.

If you would like to be included on the Traveler Advisory Update mailing list, please email Tanya Zwahlen, Public Outreach Coordinator, at tanya@highland-planning.com or call her at 585-315-1834.

Updates regarding the project are also available on the project website www.walkableolean.com and the project Facebook page www.facebook.com/WalkableOlean as well as the City’s website www.cityofolean.com.

Project OverviewThe North Union Complete Street Transformation Project is a road infrastructure improvement project that will be constructed between 2014 and 2016. The project will replace water lines, storm sewers, and lighting infrastructure, as well as transform downtown North Union Street with multi-modal safety improvements and streetscape investments. This is an $8.8 million project, funded with a $6.5 million federal TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) grant, $1.2 million City capital funds, and $1.1 million State and private funds.

The transformation of North Union Street to a “Complete Street” will improve safety for all users and create a vibrant place that encourages economic investment. Enhancements to the business district such as traffic calming, landscaping, street furniture, lighting and signage will contribute to a more attractive and comfortable environment for visitors, and will support the retention and expansion of local retail businesses. The project will also calm the traffic, reduce accidents, and restore pedestrian safety and ambiance.

View Of Roundabout At Union & State St.