Mn/DOT is starting up discussion on a partial upgrade of the 169/494 Interchange - this plan includes upgrades to 6 of the 8 pathways of the interchange. While the Federal Highway Administration wants all paths upgraded on any interstate upgrade nationwide, Mn/DOT claims they can save $30 - $40 million by doing only 6 of the 8 but still gaining 90% of the potential improvement to traffic/safety. That money could do a lot of good in the rest of the metro... There is an informational session coming up for those … [Read more...]