Opening of Proposals - Western Avenue Transformation District Proj No 125-047 - Jones Petrie Rafinski

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BARTLETT STREET RECONSTRUCTION - South Bend, IN Project Manager. David Rafinski Commissioned by the City of South Bend Board of Public Works, JPR led the design and stakeholder coordination for the Bartlett Street Roundabout and Reconstruction project -one of the City's first two-way street conversion initiatives. The project was delivered in two phases: the realignment of Bartlett Street and redesign of the Memorial Hospital entry drive and parking, followed by construction of a two-lane modified turbo roundabout at Bartlett and Michigan Street (SR 933). Detailed maintenance of traffic plans were developed and studied in length since the pedestrian access into the hospital was to remain. Improvements included upgraded storm drainage, LED lighting, revised circulation and drop-off areas, pedestrian and bicycle crossings, and landscaping. Located at a key gateway to downtown and the Memorial Hospital campus, the project , established a model for future downtown street conversions. MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT - City of Mishawaka, IN Principal In Charge: Andrew Cunningham, PLA, LEEDAP The City of Mishawaka engaged JPR to design an efficient municipal parking lot to serve Battell Park and St. Monica's Church. The project maximized parking capacity on a vacant lot while incorporating on -site stormwater management through drywells and a French drain system. To address conflicts with overhead utility lines and poles, the design team worked with the utility provider to relocate poles and reroute communications underground. Additionally, intersection enhancements at Liberty Drive and Grove Street included bump outs to narrow the roadway as a means of slowing vehicles, along with providing shorter and safer crossings for pedestrians. ELKHART COUNTY COURTHOUSE CAMPUS - Goshen, IN Project Manager. Andrew Cunningham, PLA, LEED AP As part of a larger project team, JPR led the civil and site design for the new Elkhart County Courthouse campus, consolidating court operations into a single facility. Working closely with the County, the City of Goshen, and multiple stakeholders, JPR facilitated a rigorous analysis and visioning process that produced a Master Plan to guide current development and future expansion. The design provided 300 visitor and 200 staff parking spaces, a pedestrian - focused circulation system with plaza space, and roadway improvements informed by a Traffic Impact Analysis. Stormwater was managed with passive capture and filtration systems that promote infiltration and groundwater recharge, while the campus layout integrated pathways and green spaces to enhance accessibility and highlight the natural landscape. Security and safety considerations were central to the design, with attention to sight lines, controlled site access, first responder routing, and site lighting. The resulting plan delivers a functional, safe, and sustainable civic campus that reflects community I priorities while accommodating future growth. FOUR WINDS FIELD - South Bend, IN Project Manager: Andrew Cunningham, PLA, LEEDAP Since 2010, JPR has partnered with the City of South Bend and Minor League Baseball leadership to transform Four Winds Field into a dynamic, family -friendly destination that strengthens connections to the Central Business District while delivering a modern fan experience. Through more than a decade of phased improvements, annual attendance has doubled, and the stadium continues to evolve with upgrades including a second -level expansion, a four- story club and event space, updated retail and concessions, enhanced entrances, and new family amenities such as a playground and splash pad. Beyond design expertise, this project illustrates JPR's deep roots within the neighborhood, where our long-standing presence has fostered trusted relationships and added value I through a sustained commitment to the community's growth and vitality. � j GNNNSV E�Kco�NZNOUSE �• RAFINSKE City of South Bend I Western Avenue Transformation District - 125-047 1 12