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OHIO ECONOMIC EVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION (OEDA) PRESENTS 2021 ANNUAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS COLUMBUS, OH, OCTOBER 27, 2021: The Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA) presented its Annual Excellence Awards at its 2021 Annual Summit, held at The Exchange at Bridge Park on October 26-27 in Dublin, Ohio. The Ohio Economic Development Association’s Annual Excellence Awards program recognizes the achievements of individuals and organizations throughout Ohio in the areas of economic and workforce development. “The Annual Excellence Awards showcase the best of the best in economic development and gives members of the profession the opportunity to come together and collectively celebrate the success of the economic development profession,” Jennifer Price, OEDA Executive Director, said. Annual Excellence Award Recognition was presented to the following winners. Videos to highlight the award winning project entries were also produced. Click on the winning entry name in each category to view each video. Best Project This award recognizes outstanding and innovative projects (retention, attraction, redevelopment (brownfield or historic), greenfield infrastructure, Main Street) in economic and business development that retain or generate jobs and capital investment. This can be anything from a retention project to new facility construction, redevelopment (brownfield or otherwise) or an historic project. The award determination is not dependent on the number of jobs created or retained, size of site, or the amount of total investment. Rather, this award will showcase a unique approach to the project, which can include a public-private partnership, local collaboration, innovative financing and/or incentives, overcoming historic barriers or obstacles, or been a catalyst for economic development in the community. Winner - The Euclid Waterfront Improvement Project

Ahhh! You beat me to it. There where some beams delivered, too.

Major Traffic Pattern Shift on I-480 Valley View Bridge Project CLEVELAND (Tuesday, September 7, 2021) - Three years after beginning the Valley View Bridge project, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Walsh Construction design-build team have passed another major accomplishment with the replacement of the driving surface on the existing eastbound bridge. “Seeing a project of this magnitude continue meeting milestones while working through a pandemic speaks volumes about the hard work of everyone involved,” said Governor Mike DeWine. “Maintaining and improving our infrastructure makes traveling safer by improving the flow of traffic, which will ultimately reduce crashes.” Since fall 2020, eastbound traffic was shifted onto the new Valley View Bridge. This allowed work to progress on the existing eastbound bridge without affecting traffic. Last week, eastbound traffic shifted back to the newly rehabilitated eastbound bridge. During the weekend of September 11 -13, westbound traffic will shift onto the new Valley View Bridge. “Thanks to the planning of District 12 employees, the work on Ohio’s busiest bridge has had a minimal impact on traffic and allowed for the easy movement of people and goods throughout the area,” said ODOT District 12 Deputy Director John Picuri. Beginning Friday night through Monday morning, there will be several closures and restrictions to facilitate the westbound traffic shift. I-480 westbound to I-77 northbound and southbound ramps will be closed on Friday, September 11, start at 7 p.m. through Monday, September 13, at 6 a.m. Detour will be I-480 east to State Rd. to I-480 west I-480 between I-77 and Transportation Blvd. will have various off-peak lane restrictions on Friday, September 11, beginning at 7 p.m. through Monday, September 13, at 6 a.m. Transportation Blvd. entrance ramp to I-480 westbound will be closed on Friday, September 11, start at 7 p.m. through Monday, September 13, at 6 a.m. Beginning Monday, September 13, all I-480 westbound traffic will officially be traveling on the new I-480 Valley View Bridge through Summer 2022, as crews work on the existing I-480 westbound bridge. Westbound traffic will still have access to the I-77 interchange and exit to Transportation Blvd. Work to replace the driving surface of the westbound bridge will begin in mid-September and continue through the summer of 2022. Work remaining on the project includes the painting of the structures and creation of the final traffic pattern on the new bridge. In its final configuration, the new bridge will carry two lanes of traffic in each direction. The two westbound lanes on the new bridge will bypass the I-77 interchange for motorists continuing on I-480. In the eastbound direction, the two lanes on the new bridge will bypass the Transportation Boulevard exit. All three bridges are expected to be open to traffic in fall 2023. Stay up-to-date on this project by visiting the project webpage.

You don't have to look to Philly. Just look at the southern quadrant.

In other Euclid news.... For those that took part in the Top of the Tank charrette last week, here is a follow-up with a link to a News-Herald article as well as a survey. ************************************* Good morning Top of the Tank Open House Attendee, Thank you very much for attending last week’s open house/planning kick off at the “Top of the Tank!” We greatly appreciate your enthusiasm for exploring new opportunities at this uniquely vital location. In follow up, I wanted to share a link to the survey which will serve to further capture community planning ideas. Please share the link broadly, and with Euclidians who may have been unable to attend (the survey will close on September 20th). The survey can be found at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YDPKL3Y Additionally, the event was covered in an article released Friday via the News Herald. A link to this recap can be found here: https://www.news-herald.com/2021/08/27/residents-share-ideas-for-future-downtown-euclid-park-at-top-of-the-tank-event As a reminder, the City has engaged Environmental Design Group (EDG) to serve as consultants through the process. Paper forms, the Boards/stickers and other ideas (in addition to survey results) will be distilled by EDG, and be the subject of a second public engagement (to be scheduled at a date following the close of the online survey). We of course hope you are able to attend this meeting and discussion, as common themes emerge based on your input!

And, here is updated mural from yesterday's inspection:

As a follow-up, I just scheduled a status check visit on Tuesday for the mural. Hopefully all is well.

Interestingly, I know exactly who that someone was that told "Guest Joe Duffy" those exact same words. 😅 😂 🤣 The mural is indeed located at Shore Cultural Center, however (and thankfully) not in the basement. After learning about the Works Progress Administration (WPA) Art Recovery Project (https://www.gsaig.gov/wpa-artwork-gallery) several years ago, I contacted the U.S. General Services Administration to determine if the mural was indeed Federal property. I was in contact with Assistant Special Agent in Charge Eric D. Radwick of the Office of Inspector General and eventually Fine Arts Specialist Julie Redwine. She completed the research and determined that while Karoly and Szanto did create pieces together via the WPA, the TRW mural was not one of them. Now that the Euclid Planning and Development Department is once again adequately staffed, I anticipate finally being able to see some movement in restoring the mural, or at least finding a proper home for it.

Hello, all. I am starting this thread while also showing our forums newest member @RaptorSheds(Ben) how the forum works. He lives in Cleveland Heights and is a huge proponent of enjoying life with chickens. https://www.omlet.us/guide/chickens/laws_about_keeping_chickens/north_carolina_north_dakota_ohio_oklahoma/ From this article (no indication on when it was published), here is the a list of cities in Ohio that permit chickens/hens. Are there any locations (larger urban municipalities, of course) this list is missing? Cities in Ohio that Allow the Keeping of Chickens Akron – No limit on numbers. Brunswick City – No limit on numbers, roosters allowed. Chardon – No limit on numbers. Cincinnati – No limit on numbers. Cleveland – One per 800 sq ft, roosters allowed. Columbus – No limit on numbers. Dayton – No limit on numbers. Delaware – No limit on numbers. Hiram – No limit on numbers, roosters allowed. Hudson – No limit on numbers. Mansfield – No limit on numbers, roosters allowed. Medina – No limit on numbers. Miamisburg – No limit on numbers. Montgomery – Maximum 6 hens. Strongsville – No limit on numbers, roosters allowed. Toledo – No limit on numbers, roosters allowed. Locations in Ohio Where Keeping Chickens is Prohibited Carlisle Franklin County Lakewood

City of Euclid Job Posting Job Title: Manager - Community Development Department: Planning and Development Status: A. Classified B. Exempt (FLSA) Job Summary: Responsible for complex grant coordination and administration related to the daily operations of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funded programs and other planning and development related grants. This includes preparation of grant applications, corresponding with HUD officials and other grant agencies, preparing and submitting the CDBG budgets, assuring all grant expenditures are in conformance with related regulations, preparing and monitoring contracts, preparing reports, documentation, forms, and memos required to obtain and maintain funding from HUD, coordinating and documenting citizen participation processes and meeting with auditors and providing reconciled documentation for all grant related expenditures. Administers various grants and other special projects and performs related planning, development and administrative activities as needed. Works under the supervision of the Director of Planning and Development. Job Duties: Manage and monitor the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) grant funds. Develop and maintain understanding and working knowledge of current HUD/CDBG/HOME regulations. Periodically analyze program development and develop strategies for the utilization and budgeting of CDBG and related federal grant dollars. Prepare annual CDBG budget and makes projections of expenditures for activities/projects; oversees grant expenditures and reviews related invoices and approves for payment; maintains City financial records. Coordinate the monitoring of current CDBG and HOME funded programs, ensuring that performance levels associated with grant funding are being met. Conduct draw-downs of grant funds as the local administrator of HUD’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS). Prepare and monitor Federal and other grant related contracts with outside contractors; ensure that expected performance levels are met and performs required annual monitoring of sub-recipients. Prepare Annual Action Plan, Consolidated Plan, Grantee Performance Report and other required HUD documents, utilizing HUD planning software, where appropriate. Primary liaison to HUD to assist representatives of Housing and Urban Development in assessing the City’s CDBG program for compliance with HUD regulations. Assist independent auditors with audit of CDBG and all other grants. Prepare timely and accurate reports to HUD. Respond to questions regarding status of funding requests, explains related regulations and requirements. Make public presentations to the Citizens Advisory Committee, City Council and staff on grant funded programs. Supervise program staff. Perform research on other grant programs fitting the City’s needs. Provide data to improve decision-making and policy-making through research and written reports, spatial studies and map creation including, but not limited to, census data, demographic analysis and community and economic development trends. Assist Director with department budgeting, administration and other duties as required. The description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments. Work Environment: Office and outdoor inspections, interviews on construction sites. Sedentary work: exerting negligible force; occasional walking, standing. Physical activity: balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching. Requirements: Bachelors degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration or related field and three to five years of progressively responsible related experience, or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to express ideas and instructions clearly both verbally and in writing. Valid driver's license. Proficient in Microsoft Office Products. Experience with GIS mapping preferred. It is the policy of the City of Euclid to seek and employ the best qualified individuals for all positions, to provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees, including upgrading, promotion and training: and to administer these activities in a manner which will not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation or gender expression, genetic information, military status or veteran status. Pay rate: $22.45 - $32.45, commensurate with experience Full Time, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Submit resumes with a cover letter, and/or a City application to [email protected] Contact Info Hiring manager: [email protected]

City of Euclid Job Posting Job Title: Communications Administrator Department: Mayor’s Office Status: A. Unclassified B. Non-Exempt - FLSA Job Summary: The Communications Administrator is responsible for the development, management and administration of strategic outreach, media relations and communications initiatives for internal and external audiences of the City of Euclid. Work is performed under the general direction of the Mayor or his/her designee. In collaboration with City Directors, this position will oversee the messaging of City information and City programs utilizing various communication strategies, through traditional and social media, including but not limited to: posting stories, videos, still pictures, creating newsletters and press releases. This position designs and maintains the content of the City’s website and social media accounts. Job Duties: General • Assists the Mayor in developing a city-wide strategic communications plan that communicates to employees, residents, businesses, and the general public. • Determines the need and appropriate audience for specific general information campaigns. Plans, prepares and arranges for the publication and dissemination of printed, online and/or electronic communication in connection with such campaigns. • Prepares posts, monitors, and tracks the City’s social media sites. Develops and delivers the City’s message through social media. This includes monitoring and posting to the City’s Facebook page, Twitter account, and other social media forums, as well as drafting blogs for various sites. • Creates, coordinates and assists Mayor and Department Directors with press releases, presentations, speeches, program materials, training materials, and other creative endeavors. • Develops a strong relationship with the local press. Serves as City’s spokesperson and in that capacity answer questions and concerns from media and public about city operations. Work with appropriate department heads to ensure responses, inquiries, and concerns are generated in a timely manner. • Initiates media campaigns, responds to press inquiries and breaking stories, and coordinates community outreach and media events. Prepares press releases, public announcements, and related correspondence to communicate City policy and objectives, programs, and items of public interest to the media and to individual members of the public. • Assists and advises on marketing campaigns. Prepares, writes and produces marketing materials, visuals, PowerPoint presentations, tradeshow materials, and other marketing-related communications. • Replies to a wide variety of inquires received from the community, private citizens, and public officials. • Performs other work within the Mayor’s office as requested. Work Environment: Office. Sedentary work: exerting negligible force; occasional waking and standing. Physical activity: climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering and grasping. Requirements: • Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in public relations, communications, journalism or English or a related field. • A minimum of five years of responsible experience in public relations, communications, print or broadcast journalism or publishing. • Excellent interpersonal communication, public speaking skills and customer relation skills are required to maintain effective working relationships. • Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion, carry out instructions, prepare documentation and maintain records are essential skills of the job. • Superior written and oral communication skills. It is the policy of the City of Euclid to seek and employ the best qualified individuals for all positions, to provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees, including upgrading, promotion and training: and to administer these activities in a manner which will not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation or gender expression, genetic information, military status or veteran status. Hiring manager: Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail Pay rate: $19.00-$29.00, per hour, commensurate with experience Full Time, 40 hours per week, 8:30am – 5:00 pm Submit resume with a cover letter, and/or city application to [email protected]

City of Euclid Job Posting Job Title: Coordinator – Zoning & Architectural Review Department: Community Services and Economic Development Status: A. Classified B. Nonexempt – (FLSA) Job Summary: Maintain intake standards for documents accepted from the public, review applications, and issue preliminary approvals for zoning applications. Provide support for the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) and the Architectural Review Board (ARB) and the Euclid Landmark Commission (ELC), including maintenance of records, scheduling and attending meetings, providing required notifications for meetings, preparing and distributing meeting agendas and minutes, and receiving and responding to inquiries concerning Commission and Board matters and procedures. Work under the general supervision of the Planning & Zoning Commissioner. Job Duties: - Attend P&Z, ARB, and ELC meetings, record facts and motions, write summary finished agendas, record and distribute documents. - Maintain filing system for P&Z, ARB, and ELC cases and permits. - Prepare correspondence, mailings, requisitions, agendas, minutes, and other reports for all P&Z, ARB, and ELC meetings. - Accept, record, and research P&Z, ARB, and ELC applications, compose notifications to affected owners, and arrange for and publish the required advertisements. - Analyze all incoming applications and assist as needed with staff review of applications and preparation of staff recommendations to P&Z, ARB, and ELC for each case. - Accept, record, control, and deposit payments made to the department. - Answer and respond to phone calls and, when appropriate, direct calls to other employees. - Perform duties as assigned to the Secretary through the rule-making authority of the Planning and Zoning Commission. - Prepare the P&Z and ARB Annual Report. - Enforce the City’s Zoning Code, issue violation notices, maintain case records, and perform follow-up action on cases as needed. - Assist with both Building Division and Housing Division intake on an as-needed basis. - Perform other related duties as required. (The description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned.) Work Environment: Office. Sedentary work: exerting negligible force; occasional walking and standing. Physical activity: climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, and grasping. Inspecting properties for zoning code enforcement. Some field time visiting sites and delivering meeting materials to Commission or Board members. Requirements: High School graduate, college training in relevant field with coursework in land use law, zoning, urban design and/or architecture, or degree preferred. Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related computer software applications; certification preferred. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification desirable or the ability to achieve the certification. Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing duties relevant to this position; or any combination of relevant education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Exceptional customer service proficiency, good written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated experience in computer literacy, and the ability to express and exchange technical information accurately are essential. Valid driver’s license required. The City of Euclid does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation or gender expression, genetic information, military status or veteran status. Hiring manager: Scott Muscatello Pay rate: $15.00-22.00, per hour, commensurate with experience Full Time, 40 hours per week, 8:30am – 5:00 pm Submit resume with a cover letter, and/or city application to [email protected]

Lots of traffic around CBS this morning. Lots of unmarked white trucks (usually for lights and sound, to my understanding). There was significant backup on the EB shoreway, Muni Lot exit, too. Very exciting to see

Don't forget, it took 20 years to create Dike 14. And that was after two freighters were intentionally sunk in the 1960s to protect parts of the area between I-90 and Lake Erie from erosion. If I recall correctly, there are between 5,000 - 8,000 cars dumped in the original landfill in the 1960s as well. EDIT: I just looked it up. The official placement of dredgings from the Cuyahoga River started in 1979 and was supposed to reach capacity in 1992, but the retaining walls were raised to increase capacity. It was full in 1999. SOURCE: https://clevelandhistorical.org/items/show/433

Has anybody heard a rumor about Metro merging with St. Vincent? Just wondering

The contents in the above referenced link are updated with corrected information. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ki-ahDJqQovalliWCZPFiu8sjH5g7DN4?usp=sharing

We have three jobs opening up here in Euclid within the Planning and Development Department. Instead of copy/pasting/formatting all three job descriptions in this thread, I put the job descriptions in a folder on Google Drive. The positions are: Economic Development Manager Planning Manager Special Projects Coordinator You can access the descriptions here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ki-ahDJqQovalliWCZPFiu8sjH5g7DN4?usp=sharing Good luck!

"Euclid explores potential CDC: How an old idea could spark a new era" BRANDON BAKER | THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2021 A group in Euclid hopes that an old idea will inspire a new era of development and idea sharing in the lakefront city. A steering committee is exploring the potential formation of a new community development corporation [CDC]. If it happens, the new organization will present an avenue for residents, businesses, and others to help shape their community as people in other nearby cities and Cleveland neighborhoods have been doing for years. “There’s so much more that CDCs can do, and you’re seeing a lot of other communities get innovative with what they’re doing, making real big strides,” says Euclid city councilman Kristian Jarosz, who chairs the steering committee. “It’s a great way to add new people, new energy, and even new funding into a community to provide new services.” MORE: https://www.freshwatercleveland.com/features/EuclidCDC12821.aspx

Did anything ever happen because of that stupid TikTok dance thing? Mike Tomlin: NFL has contacted Steelers about players not wearing masks in postgame dance video https://triblive.com/sports/mike-tomlin-nfl-has-contacted-steelers-about-players-not-wearing-masks-in-postgame-dance-video/

Oh, look... I'm published. Euclid Landbank Purchases Soar The Euclid Landbank Program, a model program recognized nationally for the ability to place vacant properties into the hands of new owners, has reached a new milestone. Since the inception of the program in 2010 and through 2019, the Planning and Zoning Commission approved and referred to City Council the purchase of 78 vacant properties – most of them purchased by adjacent property owners to use as yard expansion. Before the year is over, a record-breaking 26 vacant properties will be purchased through the program. The best part of this news is that 17 of the purchases will result in new homes. https://www.theeuclidobserver.com/articles/euclid-landbank-purchases-soar/

Noticed some work being done at 1278 West 58h Street (across the street from the Parkview). With assistance from @KJP, it was determined the building was being converted to a storage facility. I found the following plans on the City's permitting site: https://ca.permitcleveland.org/ Not my definition of highest and best use of the property, but I can completely understand the need for storage facilities with all of these apartments in the area.

City of Euclid Job Posting Job Title: Director of Planning and Development Department: Mayor’s Office Status: A. Unclassified B. Exempt - FLSA Job Summary: Responsible for coordinating all community development, economic development and planning activity within the City. The Director's responsibilities include, but is not limited to the improvement of the health and prosperity of the residents, businesses and neighborhoods and the increase of the tax base of the City. The Director will manage employee performance, annual budgeting, and review and approval of all department expenses to ensure the successful function of the department. Works under the immediate direction of the Mayor. Job Duties: - Supervise professional staff. - Coordinate with local, state, federal and non-profit economic development agencies to support business growth. - Administer local economic development incentive programs. - Identify potential funding sources including grants to facilitate community and economic development. - Develop and maintain an understanding and working knowledge of current Community Development Block Grant (CDBG); HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME); and, Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations and coordinate the monitoring of these programs, ensuring that performance levels associated with grant funding are being met. Develop business and community relations to support the creation of job opportunities and encourage a positive economic climate. - Work with businesses and property owners to identify opportunities to fill vacant commercial real estate. - Manage complex municipal real-estate and development transactions. - Keep abreast of the economic and legal issues involved in community development or redevelopment. - Support the Planning and Zoning Commissioner in his or her duties to ensure compliance with the Euclid Codified Ordinances and provide updates to the Planning and Zoning Commission on a regular basis. - Plan and manage community improvement projects involving public parks, buildings, properties and rights-of-ways. - Coordinate the implementation of the City Master Plan and other adopted plans, and lead new community planning processes. - Perform other related duties assigned by the Mayor. (The description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned.) Work Environment: Office. Sedentary work: Exerting negligible force; occasional walking and standing. Physical activity: climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping. Requirements: Master's degree in Public/Business Administration or related field. Five years managerial and city experience, or comparable private sector background. Broad knowledge of planning, development, economics, and municipal administration. It is the policy of the City of Euclid to seek and employ the best qualified individuals for all positions, to provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees, including upgrading, promotion and training: and to administer these activities in a manner which will not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation or gender expression, genetic information, military status or veteran status. Apply on-line by submitting your cover letter and resume to: [email protected]. Salary Commensurate with experience.

Two prime time games in a row! Browns-Giants Week 15 matchup flexed to Sunday Night Football The Browns will be back in the primetime spotlight for a second consecutive week when they face the Giants on Dec. 20, at MetLife Stadium. The NFL on Wednesday announced the Browns-Giants Week 15 matchup, which was previously scheduled to kick off at 1 p.m., will now be played in the league's marquee, Sunday Night Football time slot. The game will now kick off at 8:20 p.m. and air nationally on NBC. More: https://www.clevelandbrowns.com/news/browns-giants-week-15-matchup-flexed-to-sunday-night-football

Opportunity Corridor closure of I-490 extended to November 2021 Additional work and safety measures required on Opportunity Corridor Blvd. has delayed the opening of I-490 between I-77 and E. 55th Street to November 1, 2021, when the entire new stretch of the boulevard will be substantially open to traffic. Following a detailed review of the design plans, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) requested a change to the grade – or slope – where I-490/Opportunity Blvd. passes under E. 55th St. The Design-Build Team’s plans met the minimum standards; however, ODOT preferred a more gradual slope in order to make the roadway safer for all users. This change added approximately six months of work and $4.6 million to the project. Additionally, unforeseen utility relocation delays have had an impact on the project schedule. The design and construction changes, and utility delays will not impact the overall completion of project in summer 2022. Originally, I-490 was set to open in late-May 2021. At that time, I-490 traffic would have only had access to E. 55th Street via the new quadrant roadway as the entire boulevard was not scheduled to be substantially open until early-November 2021. Concerns for pedestrian safety and traffic congestion along E. 55th St. also led the Department to delay the original opening of I-490 to the new Opportunity Corridor Blvd. The revised opening date for I-490 at E. 55th St. will now coincide with the substantial opening of the new boulevard between E. 55th St. and E. 93rd St. on November 1, 2021. Kokosing Construction Company, Inc. was awarded the design-build contract on the third and final section of the Opportunity Corridor with a bid amount of $150,858,250.00. Thirty million dollars under the estimated cost. The third and final phase of the Opportunity Corridor project will connect I-490/I-77 to E. 93rd Street, where Section 2 left off. Construction highlights will include two new pedestrian bridges, three new bridges located along the boulevard, one new bridge over the boulevard, one railroad bridge over the boulevard, six signalized intersections, new water mains, new major sanitary and storm sewers, along with tree lawns, sidewalks and a shared-use path. For a bird’s eye view of the work completed to date on section 3, check out this narrated aerial video. With the modified closure at I-490 and E. 55th St., a new project to make necessary repairs to the driving surface of the I-490 bridge over the Cuyahoga River Valley, between W. 7th St. and Broadway Ave., has been fast tracked. By completing this work in 2021 while I-490 is still closed, reduces the impacts to traffic and improves safety for motorists and construction workers. For more information about traffic restrictions and updates, please visit OpportunityCorridor.transportation.ohio.gov.

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