Engineering and Public Works 2025 Annual Report

2025 PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

MARYSTOWN ROAD CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS The Marystown Roadway Corridor Improvement Project began in late August 2025, following a decade of planning and funding acquisition. Commencement of construction is a major city milestone to improve roadway and pedestrian safety along Marystown Road, which continues to see significant growth and The first phase of the project was completed in November 2025 and included construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Marystown Road and the southbound Highway 169 ramp, which is also the intersection providing access to Tahpah Park. Construction was suspended for winter, and the roadway was

Project Costs ■ Grant Funding —$5,153,936 ■ City Tax Levy —$1,423,868 ■ State Aid Funds —$1,842,600 ■ Enterprise Funds —$1,069,997 ■ Total Funds —$9,490,401 Vierling Drive and Adams Street, which is currently controlled by a four-way stop, and a roundabout on Marystown Road at the northbound entrance to Highway 169. In addition to the road improvements, off-street trails and lighting are being constructed along both sides of the road. The existing bridge will be retrofitted with trails that are separated from vehicle traffic by raised barriers. The City was successful in receiving $3.7 million in federal grant funds and $1.4 million in state grant funds for the improvements, reducing the impact to the City’s property tax levy. Construction for the project in its entirety is expected to be completed by the start of the 2026-27 school year in September 2026. To follow along with the project and to subscribe to receive updates, please visit marystownroad.com .

development. This roadway provides direct access to high traffic commerce areas, residential neighborhoods, and some of the City’s most used parks.

reopened to traffic. Phase Two of the project will begin in spring of 2026. Phase Two will include the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of

This aerial view shows the new Marystown Road roundabout before it reopened to traffic.

ARBOR BLUFF STREAM REVITALIZATION As part of the development, located south of Valley View Road and west of Mystic Lake Drive, the City preserved a woodland and stream within an outlot as City property. The stream is a tributary to the Prior Lake Outlet Channel and has experienced significant erosion along the banks, causing sediment deposit downstream and creating potential safety issues within the City property in the new development. The City saw this as an opportunity to restore the channel and stabilize the banks, enhancing the natural environment. Additionally, the natural landscape of the area provided a canvas to construct a passive trail within the woodland, connecting the planned sidewalk system within the development. The City constructed a wood chip trail by reusing woody invasive plants that were scattered throughout the property. Native vegetation was planted along the channel and woodchip trail to restore the landscape for all residents to enjoy.

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