MnDOT to host March 11 public meeting for Highway 97 construction in Forest Lake

ROSEVILLE, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation invites the community to attend an in-person public meeting on Tuesday, March 11 to learn more about upcoming construction on Highway 97 between Interstate 35 and Highway 61 in Forest Lake.

In-person public meeting
4-6 p.m., Tuesday, March 11
Forest Lake City Center - 2nd Floor Community Room
1408 Lake St. S. Forest Lake

Attendees will find out more about the two-year project schedule, traffic impacts, and alternative routes to use during construction. Project staff will be available to provide information about the project and answer questions. There will be no formal presentation, and attendees are welcome to arrive anytime during the meeting.

The work will include resurfacing the road, constructing a single-lane roundabout at Fenway Avenue, building a multi-use trail for pedestrians and bicyclists, constructing medians and adding turn lanes in specific locations. Construction is scheduled to be complete in fall 2026 and is expected to improve traffic flow and safety on the roadway.

To learn more about the project, visit the MnDOT project website at mndot.gov/metro/projects/hwy97-forestlake/ where you can sign up for email updates and review information.

To request an ASL, foreign language interpreter, or other reasonable accommodation, please contact Janet Miller at 651-366-4720 (711 or 1-800-627-3529 for MN Relay). You can also email your request to ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us. Please make your request at least one week before the event or meeting.

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