Most Frequently Asked Questions
City of Cape Coral 5-Year Roadway Improvement Project
What is the Five-Year Roadway Improvement Project?Who’s in charge of this project?
How much is it going to cost and how will the roadway improvements be funded?
How is all this construction going to impact traffic?
Am I going to be able to use these roads while they’re under construction?
How will my business operate during construction?
How can I stay informed about what’s going on with the project?
Why do I have to move my mailbox?
Why is the city requiring me to rebuild my home’s driveway?
Who do I contact if I have questions or concerns about these projects?
What is the Five-Year Roadway Improvement Project?
The City of Cape Coral’s Five-Year Roadway Improvement Project is a citywide initiative aimed at addressing the city’s growing traffic congestion issues. This proactive project is being funded by the city to tackle traffic flow issues on many of the city’s high-traffic roadways at the same time. By doing all these projects now, rather than spread them out over the next 10 to 15 years, we can minimize the amount of time we’re impacting the public. Our goal is to make the city an even better place for all of us.
Who’s in charge of this project?
Balfour Beatty Construction is in charge of the Program and Construction Management as contracted by the City of Cape Coral for all the projects included in the Five-Year Roadway Improvement Project. Additionally, Quest Corporation of America (QCA) is handling all of the Public Information duties for this project, including speaking to community groups, meeting with property owners, producing project newsletters and distributing project information.
On February 1, 2007, London-based Balfour Beatty, plc entered into an agreemnt with Centex Construction to purchase Centex Construction. The transaction to place April 1, 2007, at whcih time Centex Construction became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Balfour Beatty and has changed its name to Balfour Beatty Construction.
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The initial cost of the project over the five-year period is expected to be about $76.2 million. The costs are paid for by gas tax dollars, road impact fees and, depending on the roadway, state grants.
How is all this construction going to impact traffic?
We understand that road construction is inconvenient and often frustrating for drivers. We are doing everything we can to minimize those disruptions as much as possible. Lane closures will be implemented during non-peak traffic hours. Motorists should be advised to slow down through the constructions vehicles, and be alert for lane shifts, lane closures, and other changes to their normal driving conditions. Drivers are reminded that by state law, speeding fines are doubled in an active construction zone. Allow yourself a little extra time to get where you’re going, to allow for slow-downs through the construction.
Am I going to be able to use these roads while they’re under construction?
Typically, all the roadways will be open to traffic during construction. At times when lane closures are required or when traffic flow is restricted, notice will be made and detour routes will be posted.
How will my business operate during construction?
The public information officer will provide businesses with upcoming construction activity information. The use of temporary driveways and signage to clearly mark points of egress will be included as part of the work. In addition, coordination of construction will take the nature of the business in mind to prevent unnecessary hardships.
How can I stay informed about what’s going on with the project?
This Web site is a central source of updated information about the status of these ongoing projects.
Why do I have to move my mailbox?
Mailboxes, irrigation systems, landscaping and any other personal property that is in the city right-of-way must be moved prior to the start of construction. Neither the city nor the contractor is responsible for damage to property not moved from the right-of-way prior to construction. If you need help identifying where the right-of-way line is, please contact Maricelle Venegas, Public Information Officer, at 239-707-9050.
Why is the city requiring me to rebuild my home’s driveway?
Once Santa Barbara, Chiquita and Del Prado boulevards are six-laned, it will not be prudent for drivers to back into the roadways to leave their driveways. Therefore, the city will work with the homeowners along those corridors to alter their driveways, either making them circular or adding a hammerhead. For more information, call Maricelle Venegas at 239-707-9050.
Who do I contact if I have questions or concerns about these projects?
For questions or comments about this project, please contact Maricelle Venegas, Public Information Officer at 239-707-9050 or via email at info@capecoraltransportation.com
