42nd Street intersection safety work continues

Minneapolis file 2026-00987, before the Minneapolis City Council. Passed as of 2026-09-25.

Latest action: Published

What it does

Delays at 42nd Street while work gets done Construction at the 42nd Street intersection will continue longer as workers complete extra safety work that wasn't in the original plan.

The bigger picture

Safer intersection when construction finally ends Once finished, the expanded work should make the intersection safer for drivers, pedestrians, and bikes than the original project scope promised.

What to watch

City pays extra $207,574 for unanticipated work Taxpayers cover the cost increase, and the city doesn't explain in this amendment what specific safety problems required the extra work or spending.

Official summary

Authorizing an increase to Contract COM0011315 with Thomas and Sons Construction, Inc. in the amount of $207,574for a total amount not to exceed $1,721,815.50, for additional work necessary to complete the 42nd St Intersection Safety Improvements, all in accordance with City specifications.

Read the official record for 2026-00987

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