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February 2020

Project Introduction

The area of Colorado Springs along the three miles of Black Forest Road between Woodmen and Old Ranch roads has experienced considerable growth over the past several years, with continued growth projected. Much of the area, as well as the arterial connections to Black Forest Road (Research Parkway/Marksheffel Road and Briargate Parkway/Stapleton Road) is projected to be developed within the next five to ten years. Several large developments have already been constructed in this area. A cohesive plan is needed for future improvements or widening in this area of Black Forest Road. The existing and proposed development requires more capacity along this portion of Black Forest Road than the current two-lane section provides.

YOU ARE INVITED - PUBLIC MEETING

Please join us to learn more about the project, the timeline, ask questions and provide your input.  Date: Thursday, February 27 Time : 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (Presentation at 6 p.m.) Location: Grand Peak Academy, Cafeteria 7036 Cowpoke Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80908 In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, anyone requiring an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this process should make the request as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the hearing, by calling 719/488-5908. Citizens who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 or 1-800-659-3656 Relay Colorado (voice) or 1-800-659-2656 (TTY).

Project Background

The City of Colorado Springs has initiated a Corridor Widening Study for Black Forest Road (Woodmen to Old Ranch roads) to establish a plan to meet current and future capacity needs as the area continues to experience rapid growth. The plan will address safety and capacity needs, and will enable the City to move forward to design future project phases as funding becomes available. The implementation plan will determine: Near-term construction limits and phasing of construction improvements The required number of road lanes Water quality and detention Erosion mitigation of Cottonwood Creek in the project area and the channel south of Research Parkway Replacement of the Cottonwood Creek Bridge ADA compliance and multimodal accommodation  Funding Information: Improvements of Black Forest Road (Woodmen Road to Research Parkway) has funding through the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority II (PPRTA) as an “A” list project. Additional City of Colorado Springs and El Paso County funding for construction is possible.  To be added to the database to receive information and meeting notices, please send an email to: carolyn@bachmanpr.com Visit the Project Website : www.coloradosprings.gov/BlackForestRd

Anticipated Project Schedule and Project Team

Schedule: Corridor Widening Study Phase – May through December 2019  Preliminary Design – Spring 2020 Final Design and Plans – Summer – Fall 2020 Construction – 2021-2022  Project Team: City of Colorado Springs Senior Project Manager - Clyde Pikkaraine Engineering Consultant - AECOM Public Engagement - Bachman pr

Visit the Project Website To be added to the mailing list for meeting notices and project information, please send an email to: Carolyn@Bachmanpr.com

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