In June 2006, City Council approved a five-year budget plan for capital projects in the City of Charlotte. The plan proposed $85.2 million to be included in the 2006 Transportation Bond Referendum, which was approved by voters on November 7, 2006. The Rea Road Improvement project was not included in the budget plan adopted by City Council. Looking Forward Update Rea Road Improvement Project Funding Status City and consultant staff will complete 90% of the design of Rea Road by spring 2007. Final construction plans will not be prepared until funding for Real Estate, Utility Relocation, and Construction becomes available. The City may consider partial funding for right of way acquisition if full funding is not available for this project during the next 3-4 years. Staff will keep you informed of any changes in the funding plan. Proposed Improvement The Rea Road Improvement project will include two travel lanes (one in each direction) divided by a planted median with left turn lanes at intersecting streets, and a right turn lane at Highway 51. The project will also include bicycle lanes, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and planting strip on both sides of the road. Project staff would like to thank the Rea Road area residents for their patience and support during the planning phase of this project. We will continue to be available to answer your project questions. Please feel free to contact: Imad Fakhreddin, P.E City Project Manager Engineering & Property Management (704) 336-7926 ifakhreddin@ci.charlotte.nc.us Chad Rogers, P.E. Consultant Project Engineer The LPA Group (704) 665-9935 CRogers@lpagroup.com In June 2006, City Council approved a five-year budget plan for capital projects in the City of Charlotte. The plan proposed $85.2 million to be included in the 2006 Transportation Bond Referendum, which was approved by voters on November 7, 2006. The Rea Road Improvement project was not included in the budget plan adopted by City Council. Looking Forward Update Rea Road Improvement Project Funding Status City and consultant staff will complete 90% of the design of Rea Road by spring 2007. Final construction plans will not be prepared until funding for Real Estate, Utility Relocation, and Construction becomes available. The City may consider partial funding for right of way acquisition if full funding is not available for this project during the next 3-4 years. Staff will keep you informed of any changes in the funding plan. Proposed Improvement The Rea Road Improvement project will include two travel lanes (one in each direction) divided by a planted median with left turn lanes at intersecting streets, and a right turn lane at Highway 51. The project will also include bicycle lanes, curb and gutter, sidewalk, and planting strip on both sides of the road. Project staff would like to thank the Rea Road area residents for their patience and support during the planning phase of this project. We will continue to be available to answer your project questions. Please feel free to contact: Imad Fakhreddin, P.E City Project Manager Engineering & Property Management (704) 336-7926 ifakhreddin@ci.charlotte.nc.us Chad Rogers, P.E. Consultant Project Engineer The LPA Group (704) 665-9935 CRogers@lpagroup.com Rea Road Improvement Project Update - December 2006 Rea Road Improvement Project Update - December 2006 Engineering & Property Management 600 E. Fourth Street Charlotte, NC 28202 PRESORTED FIRST CLASS MAIL US POSTAGE PAID CHARLOTTE NC PERMIT #2663 View updates to the City of Charlotte’s Transportation Improvement Projects by visiting the City’s website: Type “charmeck.org” into your internet browser First, select “Departments” Then, select “Engineering & Property Management” Then, select “See Our Projects” Then, select “Transportation” You’ll then see a selection of transportation project sites including “Rea Road.” Engineering & Property Management 600 E. Fourth Street Charlotte, NC 28202 View updates to the City of Charlotte’s Transportation Improvement Projects by visiting the City’s website: Type “charmeck.org” into your internet browser First, select “Departments” Then, select “Engineering & Property Management” Then, select “See Our Projects” Then, select “Transportation” You’ll then see a selection of transportation project sites including “Rea Road.” PRESORTED FIRST CLASS MAIL US POSTAGE PAID CHARLOTTE NC PERMIT #2663