One of our 2004 summer road construction projects was to improve the safety and driving safety of Eden Prairie Road south of Pioneer Trail. I took a drive down it today. Here’s the view:
I think this might sound silly, but I really like the look of a brand new road. The powder white curbs. The jet black asphalt. The bright yellow center lines. The fresh green grass or sod in the boulevard. I just can’t help it. I like the way it looks. I think that Eden Prairie Road has an exceptionally attractive streetscape.
The project is done for this season. We’ll pick up the rest of the project next year. In this photo you can clearly see where old meets new.
Improving transportation safety and efficiency is one of the more important duties of City government. We have an exceptional Public Works Department staff, led by Public Works Director Gene Dietz, that takes this duty very seriously. They are good planners and good at executing the plan. Take a drive down Eden Prairie Road and you’ll see what I mean.
Thanks Gene. Great project.
