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I <br /> ~~J <br /> j <br /> March 28, 19 7 <br /> ~I CONTACT: Diane Bishop, Alternative Modes Coordinator, 682-5218 <br /> From Public nformation Section, 682-5523 <br /> FOR IMME IATE RELEASE <br /> i <br /> it STMORELAND OVERPASS PROJECT NEARS COMPLETION <br /> Const ction of the Westmoreland overpass is nearing completion, with a dedication <br /> ceremony app aring likely in mid- to late April. <br /> The $ 50,000 safety enhancement project began last September, and staff from the City <br /> and from OB C Consulting Engineers, the local firm managing the project for the Oregon <br /> Department o Transportation, anticipate that structural work on the bicycle-pedestrian overpass <br /> will be done b mid-April. Some finish work, particularly landscaping, is weather dependent <br /> I~ and may requi a additional time to com fete. <br /> p <br /> A cere ony is currently being planned to dedicate the overpass and recognize the many <br /> ~I <br /> partnerships at led to its successful completion. Among those who offered ideas, interest, and <br /> support to the roject are the Jefferson Area Neighbors and the Friendly Area Neighbors, <br /> Patterson Ele entary and Jefferson Middle schools, and local bicycling groups. <br /> The da a and time of the dedication ceremony is still pending. For more information <br /> about the proj ct or the dedication ceremony, contact Diane Bishop, alternative modes <br /> coordinator fo the City of Eugene, at 682-5218. <br /> <br /> Public 1Morks • Administrati n • City of Eugene • 858 Pearl • Eugene, OR 97401-2727 • Phone: (541) 682-5262 • FAX (541) 682-6826 <br /> <br />