Opening of Proposal - Coal Line Trail Phase I Proj No. 115-063 - Lawson-Fisher Assoc. P.C.

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South Bend | Coal Line Trail (Phase I) from Lincoln Way West to Riverside Drive (Des. No. 1401810) | Page 10LAWSON-FISHER ASSOCIATES LAWSON-FISHER ASSOCIATES P.C.P.C. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Leading a team of LFA, Lochmueller, and McCormick Engineering staff, Don Dietz served as the Project Supervisor and provided Construction Observation and Inspection services for the Olive Street & Sample Street Overpass Intersection Reconstruction Project. The project was a combined effort between St. Joseph County and the City of South Bend. This multi-jurisdictional and multi- construction season project included bridge rehabilitation on both Olive Street and Sample Street bridges over the Norfolk Southern and Grand Trunk Western Railroad (Canadian National), requiring significant coordination. Additional work included reconstruction of 3,660 ft of Olive Street and 2,750 ft of Sample Street to improve drainage, install lighting, and improve pedestrian movement. A roundabout was also constructed at the intersection of Olive Street and Sample Street. Significant effort was required to coordinate utility relocations for MetroNet, AEP, NIPSCO, and Comcast. Additionally, LFA coordinated water utility work with the City of South Bend during the street reconstruction and roundabout construction process. Beyond the coordination challenges on the project, Don worked with the County to determine a better temporary barrier rail system on the bridge that resulted in less long term maintenance concerns on the bridge deck. One of the most critical items of this project was Maintenance of Traffic and impacts on local residents, businesses, and industry. Don proactively addressed these concerns through direct contact with the impacted parties. By actively engaging the contractor on work flow and anticipated upcoming work, Don Dietz successfully managed the Olive Street & Sample Street Overpass Intersection Reconstruction project which resulted in a savings of $400,000 in construction costs while only utilizing 85% of the construction inspection budget. Olive Street & Sample Street Overpass Intersection Reconstruction South Bend, Indiana Client: St. Joseph County, Indiana Cost: $10.6 million Key Staff: Paul Hummel, Don Dietz, Darrell Baker Project Manager: Andrew Hayes Key Relevant Project Aspects • Road Reconstruction • Significant Utility Relocations • Significant Public Communication and Coordination Efforts • Pedestrian MOT