Project Work

I-41 Project

Project Overview

About the

I-41 Project

De Vor Communications was hired as a subconsultant to provide public involvement and community outreach services for both the Environmental Study and Design project which is located within two counties and nine municipalities.

The I-41 Project will reconstruct and expand 23 miles of interstate from four to six lanes between WIS 96 (Wisconsin Avenue) near Appleton and County F (Scheuring Road) in De Pere. Additional improvements include:

  • Reconstructing one system interchange
  • Reconstructing or improving the existing service interchanges, overpasses, and underpasses within the project limits
  • A new service interchange at I-41 and Southbridge Road
  • Auxiliary lanes or collector-distributor roadways will be added between interchanges where warranted
  • A new combined Safety and Weight Enforcement Facility and Northeast Region State Patrol headquarters will be built as part of the project
I-41 Interstate roadway before construction

Project Details

WIS 96 (Wisconsin Avenue) near Appleton to County F (Scheuring Road) in De Pere

Client

Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Northeast Region

Location

Brown and Outagamie Counties

The De Vor team is an integral part of the communications as this project is a major effort that requires especially close ties betweenWisDOT, project engineers and stakeholders. The primary objective of the public involvement and community outreach for this project is to provide opportunities for active participation and meaningful input from stakeholders and the public as the project moves forward with final design plans. 

In addition to meeting with various groups throughout the project corridor, a major effort on this project included assisting with the development of a dedicated project website, which is currently only one of two stand-alone websites for WisDOT projects. Website development included the creation of videos and interactive features such as a sliding project schedule and maps visualizing the planned improvements. The team also designs and maintains pages showcasing project news and events, and information presented at public and business meetings.

Strategies for inclusive engagement are at the forefront of outreach efforts. Various communication methods are being implemented to facilitate increased participation of under-represented groups to convey project information in a way that is tailored to each community. Outreach efforts include engaging with Environmental Justice (EJ) and Social Service agency community leaders to offer opportunities for small-group, in-person meetings at community meeting places; providing downloadable materials in Hmong and Spanish. The website can also be viewed in multiple languages and a UserWay Accessibility Widget was added to allow users to select accessibility tools that may be the most helpful to them.

Connecting Northeast Wisconsin
I-41 from Appleton to De Pere

Provided Service

The project will reconstruct and expand 23 miles of I-41 from four to six lanes between WIS 96 (Wisconsin Avenue) in Appleton to County F (Scheuring Road) in De Pere.The project will reconstruct one system interchange between the Interstate and WIS 441, and 10 service interchanges including ramp work at the I-41 interchanges with WIS 96 and WIS 441/OO. WisDOT will also build a new service interchange at I-41 and Southbridge Road.The project also includes replacing the Wrightstown Safety and Weight Enforcement Facility with a new building, which will also function as headquarters for the Northeast Region of the Wisconsin State Patrol.
Check out the website our team helped to create for the project!
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Graphics

A shortened library showcasing graphics created for this project. Our creative team designed print and digital documents, created assets consistent within the brand and a website to communicate project information to the public.

PROJECT DETAILS

CLIENT

The I-94 North-South Freeway Project runs from the Illinois state line to the Mitchell Interchange, and includes the WIS 119 Airport Spur to the General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee.

LOCATION

The I-94 North-South Freeway Project runs from the Illinois state line to the Mitchell Interchange, and includes the WIS 119 Airport Spur to the General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee.

PROJECT DETAILS

The I-94 North-South Freeway Project runs from the Illinois state line to the Mitchell Interchange, and includes the WIS 119 Airport Spur to the General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee.

Key Outreach Elements Include

Stakeholder Engagement:
Public involvement specialists identify and engage with various stakeholders, such as local residents, businesses, community organizations, environmental groups, and elected officials. They organize meetings, workshops, and focus groups to gather input, answer questions, and address concerns.
Public Meetings:
Specialists plan and conduct public meetings to present project plans, designs, and potential impacts. They provide opportunities for the public to ask questions, provide feedback, and voice their opinions.
Information Dissemination:
Develop and distribute informational materials, such as brochures, newsletters, websites, and social media updates, to keep the public informed about project progress, milestones, and potential disruptions.
Community Outreach:
Specialists work to establish and maintain a positive presence within the community affected by the roadway project. They attend local events, collaborate with community leaders, and build relationships to foster open communication.

What is a Public Involvement Meeting?

Public involvement meetings can take various formats, such as open houses, town hall meetings, workshops, focus groups, or online webinars.

The format chosen often depends on factors such as the size of the community, the complexity of the project, and the preferences of the stakeholders.

It's important to note that public involvement is a continuous process that should occur throughout the various phases of a transportation project, from planning and design to construction and operation. This helps ensure that the project aligns with the needs and aspirations of the communities it will serve.

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