Monday, April 8, 2013
One village business owner thinks widening Harwood and Underwood Avenues to accommodate two-way traffic will take away the walkability of the neighborhood.
Kirsten Termuehlen, owner of French Country & Designs, LLC on Underwood Avenue, believes the walkability of the Tosa Village neighborhood is part of its uniqueness and is important to the success of a unique business like hers. “This neighborhood is an observable destination,” she said. “Right now you can come here and enjoy things like the architecture, European style light posts, partial stone walls, or the plants and flowers. You won't see any of that beauty with two-way traffic flying by.” In January, the city hired Ayres & Associates, a professional engineering firm, to access the geometric feasibility of widening Harwood Avenue and Underwood Avenue to accommodate two-way traffic. Based on the report, city staff will recommend any …
One village business owner thinks widening Harwood and Underwood Avenues to accommodate two-way traffic will take away the walkability of the neighborhood.
Kirsten Termuehlen, owner of French Country & Designs, LLC on Underwood Avenue, believes the walkability of the Tosa Village neighborhood is part of its uniqueness and is important to the success of a unique business like hers. “This neighborhood is an observable destination,” she said. “Right now you can come here and enjoy things like the architecture, European style light posts, partial stone walls, or the plants and flowers. You won't see any of that beauty with two-way traffic flying by.” In January, the city hired Ayres & Associates, a professional engineering firm, to access the geometric feasibility of widening Harwood Avenue and Underwood Avenue to accommodate two-way traffic. Based on the report, city staff will recommend any …
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Ripping up one of our favorite restaurants to get massive vaults out is no job for mere mortals. A milestone piece of demolition may make the cafe famous in other ways.
Yes, industrial-strength, remote-controlled robots have pounded and chewed our beloved Village bistro to bits. If you're a lover of Le Rêve Patisserie & Café, the photos might make you want to weep. When the owners announced the favored French restaurant would be shutting down for some remodeling, adding a bit of space to the kitchen area, it didn't sound like too big a deal. In fact, they had the place gutted. Gutted, we repeat... by giant robots. But never fear, Le Rêve will reopen before long, remade as fresh as a still-warm croissant. A firm date hasn't been set because of the extent of the work – which may just bring one of Wauwatosa's best-known dining spots new fame as a demolition site. The contractor, subcontractors and equipment …
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Thursday, September 27, 2012
From Oct. 8 to 12, single neighborhood crossing will be under construction, forcing some local, commuter and school traffic onto Mayfair Road.
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Thursday, September 27, 2012
The railroad crossing on North 115th Street between Watertown Plank Road and Underwood Parkway will be closed for construction from Oct. 8 through 12, the Wauwatosa Public Works Department has announced. The crossing is within a couple of blocks of Underwood Elementary School on West Potter Road and may disrupt some morning dropoffs and drive-aways. North 115th is the only street in the neighborhood to cross the tracks, and the closest detour is via busy North Mayfair Road. "Road closed ahead" signs will be placed at intersections at least a block away from the closing, including one at 115th and Potter. The work is railroad construction and only the crossing itself will be shut down. Local traffic will still be able to reach all points …
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Underwood Elementary School
11132 W Potter Rd, Wauwatosa, WI
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1040 N 115th St, Wauwatosa, WI
Rail crossing here will be closed Oct. 8 through 12
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Friday, February 17, 2012
Eastbound roadwork is between 70th Street and 32nd Street, with double lane closures overnight.
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- Jim Price
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Friday, February 17, 2012
Wawatosa drivers should be aware of I-94 roadwork and lane restrictions that begin Monday, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Lane restrictions will be between 70th Street and 32nd Street on I-94 eastbound. According to a DOT press release, two lanes each direction will be open during daylight hours, but night work between 9:30 p.m and 5:30 a.m. will require double lane closures. Mitchell Boulevard and the I-94 freeway ramps to and from Mitchell Boulevard will be fully closed during construction, except during Brewers home games. Motorists can use Miller Park Way/US 41, Hawley Road and Bluemound Road to get around this closure. The eastbound 68th Street entrance ramp will be closed throughout the project for traffic …
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
The 'digital chevron' system installed will be a first in the state.
Commuters, take note: The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will implement a new technology in the Marquette Interchange from the I-94 eastbound ramp to northbound I-43 in starting July 12. The installation will close the right lane on I-94 eastbound between the 13th Street exit and the connector ramp to I-43 northbound from July 12-15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. While travel times may be longer, John Oimoen, manager with WisDOT, said the operation will ultimately improve operations and safety on our transportation network.” He also said “a new dynamic chevron system is a cost-effective way to help motorists stay alert and monitor their speeds in this area.” This system is the first of its kind in Wisconsin and WisDOT said benefits…
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Despite higher gas prices, 720,000 motorists expected to travel across Wisconsin to Door County, Dells and other destinations.
Buckle up and get ready. It’s going to be very busy on the travel scene as we move into the Fourth of July holiday weekend. According to AAA, some 39 million people across the United States will be traveling more than 50 miles from their homes. Five out of six travelers - about 33 million people - will drive to their destinations. "Here in Wisconsin, we’re expecting about 826,000 people to travel for the holiday weekend,” said Pam Moen, spokeswoman for AAA Wisconsin. “The vast majority of those travelers will go by automobile, so roads will be very busy. But airports will also be very busy as we expect to see about a 9 percent increase in the number of people who are going to fly for the holiday as compared to last year.” The numbers of …
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Here's a helpful list from DOT on what highways to avoid.
Traffic cones and construction crews can make getting to your Fourth of July celebration a little lengthy. While the Department of Transportation says some construction will be on hold due to the holiday weekend, there still might be lane restrictions leading to delays. “Most construction and repairs in work zones will cease by noon on Friday, July 1, and won’t resume until Tuesday, July 5,” said Don Greuel of the Wisconsin DOT Project Services Section. “However, the heavy traffic during the holiday weekend will make driving through work zones especially challenging. To prevent crashes, drivers must slow down, pay attention and allow a safety cushion when approaching and traveling through work zones. The most frequent crash in a work zone …
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