Robert Street Reconstruction

Project Details

Description
The City of Saint Paul plans to reconstruct eight blocks of Robert Street in downtown Saint Paul, from I-94 to Kellogg Boulevard. Reconstruction is needed to repair and replace sidewalks, pavement, and utilities. Improvements include all new:

Sidewalks, boulevards, and trees
Curb, gutters, and storm water systems
Pavement and lane markings
Traffic signals and signage
Underground utilities

Location
Robert Street from Kellogg Boulevard to I-94 in downtown.

Timeline
Community engagement started in fall 2022. Utility work started in 2023 and will continue until road construction begins in 2025. Construction is anticipated to begin spring 2025 and continue through 2026.

Timeline for Grand Avenue construction project

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Construction Update, November 14, 2024

Ongoing activities on Robert Street, updated November 14, 2024

Utility work continues through spring 2025 on Robert Street between 11th and 7th Streets and through December 2024 between 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard in advance of the reconstruction project. Please be aware of the following impacts:

Robert Street closures between 9th and 6th Streets

Closure between 9th and 7th Streets

Beginning Monday, November 18, Robert Street will close to all traffic between 9th and 7th Streets. This closure is needed for Xcel Energy and Xcel Gas to work on their utilities. Robert Street is anticipated to remain closed for up to four weeks, or until work is completed.

Closure between 7th and 6th Streets

Beginning Wednesday, November 20, Robert Street will close between 7th and 6th Streets while Xcel Gas works on their service lines. Robert Street will open to traffic on Friday, November 22.

Access on Robert Street between 9th and 6th Streets during closures

Access to driveways off Robert Street will be maintained during these closures
Intersections across Robert Street will remain open
- 9th Street intersection – the east side remains closed to/from Robert Street.
There may be periodic, short-term delays while crews move equipment or materials through the area

Share the Robert Street Closure flyer with visitors, guests, tenants, and others.

Map showing closures on Robert Street between 6th Street and 9th Street in November 2024

Other traffic impacts

Robert Street remains reduced to one lane in each direction between 11th and 9th Streets and between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard. Intersection restrictions/closures will occur periodically as needed for safety reasons or as required to complete construction activities.

Current activities along Robert Street:

Between 11th and 9th Streets
- Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
- Work between 10th and 11th Streets is complete. The pits will not be backfilled until further testing is completed on the gas lines. The road is anticipated to be restored in mid-to-late-November.
- Work between 10th and 9th Streets continues through mid-to late-November.
At 9th Street
- The east side of the intersection will reopen to traffic before Robert Street is closed.
- Robert Street remains open to northbound and southbound traffic.
- Access to the west side of the intersection to/from Robert Street remains open.
At 6th Street
- Xcel Gas is working on installing their gas main.
- Reduced to one lane across Robert Street.
Between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard
- Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
- Work between 5th and 6th Streets is complete. The pits will not be backfilled until further testing is completed on the gas lines. The road is anticipated to be restored in mid-to-late November.
Access to local businesses is being maintained

Pedestrian Access

Pedestrian access to properties on Robert Street is being maintained.
Please follow signed pedestrian routes when walking or rolling near work zones.

Bus Stops

For more information see Metro Transit's webpage.

Map showing road closures and lane restrictions in downtown Saint Paul November 15, 2024

Other area closures and restrictions in Downtown Saint Paul, November 14, 2024

Construction is happening throughout downtown. Plan accordingly and expect delays. Please follow all posted signs. Road and lane closures will change as construction continues.

5th Street: Lane restrictions between Sibley and Wacouta Streets.
6th Street:
- Traffic restrictions expected near the Robert Street intersection through November.
- Traffic restrictions expected through the intersection of St. Peter Street.
- Reduced to one lane of traffic between Wabasha and Cedar Streets.
9th Street:
- The east side of the intersection is closed to/from Robert Street.
- Robert Street remains open to northbound and southbound traffic.
- Access to the west side of the intersection to/from Robert Street remains open.
- Parking and sidewalk restrictions will be in place between Minnesota and Robert Streets. Please pay extra attention to signage and follow any posted pedestrian routes.
11th Street: Lane restrictions between Robert and Jackson Streets.
Kellogg Boulevard: Bridge Closure
- Kellogg Boulevard/3rd Street bridge is closed between Broadway Street and Mounds Boulevard through 2027.
  - Access to parking lots and businesses will be maintained.
  - For more information about the Kellogg/3rd Street Bridge project and detailed access maps visit www.stpaul.gov/Kellogg-3.
Minnesota Street: Closure
- Minnesota Street is closed between 4th Street and Kellogg Boulevard for utility work.
- All major construction work is completed between 11th and 6th Streets.
- In the coming weeks, intermittent lane closures are anticipated to occur for private utility work.
- For more information about Minnesota Street, visit www.stpaul.gov/MinnesotaStreet2.
Mounds Boulevard
- Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane at the closed Kellogg-3rd Street bridge.
Robert Street
- Closure between 9th and 7th Streets: Beginning Monday, November 18, Robert Street will close to all traffic between 9th and 7th Streets. This closure is needed for Xcel Energy and Xcel Gas to work on their utilities. Robert Street is anticipated to remain closed for up to four weeks, or until work is completed.
- Closure between 7th and 6th Streets: Beginning Wednesday, November 20, Robert Street will close between 7th and 6th Streets while Xcel Gas works on their service lines. Robert Street will open to traffic on Friday, November 22.
- Robert Street reduced to one lane in each direction between 11th and 9th Streets and between 6th Street and Fillmore Avenue.
- Pedro Park: For more information, please visit the Pedro Park project’s website: www.stpaul.gov/pedropark.
St. Peter Street: Lane restrictions between 5th Street and Kellogg Boulevard.

NOTE: All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.

For road closures in Saint Paul, visit www.stpaul.gov/roadclosures

Metro Transit Gold Line

To sign up for their project updates and see more information, visit the Metro Gold Line webpage.

Design Option B (2 vehicle lanes with a center turn lane) Selected for Robert Street

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the 3 design options for Robert Street based on the first phase of public engagement.

Based on public input, Design Option B was selected by the City.

Design Option B is 2 vehicle lanes with a center turn lane. The design features wider sidewalks, bumpouts at intersections, in-lane Bus Rapid Transit stations, left turn lanes for multimodal safety, retains on-street parking at key nodes, accommodates green infrastructure to improve water quality, and provides critical loading zones.

View the Concept Design Memo for details on how Design Option B was selected and examples of how a typical block on Robert Street will look.

Graphic showing the path from public input to the 3 design options for Robert Street to the decision to go with Design Option B for Robert Street

Project Goals

The reconstruction of Robert Street presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to achieve the City’s vision of what a modern downtown corridor can be: safe, livable, inviting, active, a center of regional economic activity – and equitable for all. The following project goals will guide this reconstruction project.

Create a vibrant and welcoming place for everyone
Improve mobility for all modes of travel
Support efficient and reliable transit service through downtown
Create an accessible and safe environment for people who walk and roll
Enhance street-level commerce
Facilitate a community engagement process that addresses the needs of all stakeholders
Improve and replace aging roads, sidewalks, and utilities in 2025 and 2026

Project Updates

Ongoing activities on Robert Street, updated November 14, 2024
Utility work continues through spring 2025 on Robert Street between 11th and 7th Streets and through December 2024 between 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard in advance of the reconstruction project. Please be aware of the following impacts:
Robert Street closures between 9th and 6th Streets
Closure between 9th and 7th Streets
Beginning Monday, November 18, Robert Street will close to all traffic between 9th and 7th Streets. This closure is needed for Xcel Energy and Xcel Gas to work on their utilities. Robert Street is anticipated to remain closed for up to four weeks, or until work is completed.
Closure between 7th and 6th Streets
Beginning Wednesday, November 20, Robert Street will close between 7th and 6th Streets while Xcel Gas works on their service lines. Robert Street will open to traffic on Friday, November 22.
Access on Robert Street between 9th and 6th Streets during closures
- Access to driveways off Robert Street will be maintained during these closures
- Intersections across Robert Street will remain open
  9th Street intersection – the east side remains closed to/from Robert Street.
- There may be periodic, short-term delays while crews move equipment or materials through the area
Share the Robert Street Closure flyer with visitors, guests, tenants, and others.

Other traffic impacts
- Robert Street remains reduced to one lane in each direction between 11th and 9th Streets and between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard. Intersection restrictions/closures will occur periodically as needed for safety reasons or as required to complete construction activities.
Current activities along Robert Street:
- Between 11th and 9th Streets
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Work between 10th and 11th Streets is complete. The pits will not be backfilled until further testing is completed on the gas lines. The road is anticipated to be restored in mid-to-late-November.
  Work between 10th and 9th Streets continues through mid-to late-November.
- At 9th Street
  The east side of the intersection is closed to/from Robert Street.
  Robert Street remains open to northbound and southbound traffic.
  Access to the west side of the intersection to/from Robert Street remains open.
- At 6th Street
  Xcel Gas is working on installing their gas main.
  Reduced to one lane across Robert Street.
- Between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Work between 5th and 6th Streets is complete. The pits will not be backfilled until further testing is completed on the gas lines. The road is anticipated to be restored in mid-to-late November.
- Access to local businesses is being maintained
Pedestrian Access
- Pedestrian access to properties on Robert Street is being maintained.
- Please follow signed pedestrian routes when walking or rolling near work zones.
Bus Stops
- For more information see Metro Transit's webpage.
Ongoing activities on Robert Street, updated November 8, 2024
Utility work continues through spring 2025 on Robert Street between 11th and 7th Streets and through December 2024 between 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard in advance of the reconstruction project. Please be aware of the following impacts:
Traffic Impacts
- Robert Street reduced to one lane in each direction between 11th Street and Fillmore Avenue. Intersection restrictions/closures will occur periodically as needed for safety reasons or as required to complete construction activities.
Current activities along Robert Street:
- Between 11th and 9th Streets
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Work between 10th and 11th Streets is complete. The pits will not be backfilled until further testing is completed on the gas lines. The road is anticipated to be restored in mid-to-late-November.
  Work between 10th and 9th Streets continues through mid-to late-November.
- At 9th Street
  The east side of the intersection is closed to/from Robert Street.
  Robert Street remains open to northbound and southbound traffic.
  Access to the west side of the intersection to/from Robert Street remains open.
- Between 9th and 7th Streets
  Xcel Electric and Comcast are working on their utilities.
  Activities in this area are anticipated to continue through December 2024.
- At 6th Street
  Xcel Gas is working on installing their gas main.
  Reduced to one lane across Robert Street.
- Between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Work between 5th and 6th Streets is complete. The pits will not be backfilled until further testing is completed on the gas lines. The road is anticipated to be restored in mid-to-late November.
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services is doing work on Robert Street between Fillmore Avenue and Kellogg Boulevard.
- Access to local businesses is being maintained.
Pedestrian Access
- Pedestrian access to properties on Robert Street is being maintained.
- Please follow signed pedestrian routes when walking or rolling near work zones.
Bus Stops
- For more information see Metro Transit's webpage.
Ongoing activities on Robert Street, updated November 1, 2024
Utility work continues through spring 2025 on Robert Street between 11th and 7th Streets and through December 2024 between 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard in advance of the reconstruction project. Please be aware of the following impacts:
Traffic Impacts
- Robert Street reduced to one lane in each direction between 11th Street and Fillmore Avenue. Intersection restrictions/closures will occur periodically as needed for safety reasons or as required to complete construction activities.
Current activities along Robert Street:
- Between 11th and 9th Streets
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Work between 10th and 11th Streets is complete. The pits will not be backfilled until further testing is completed on the gas lines. The road is anticipated to be restored in mid-November.
  Work between 10th and 9th Streets continues through early November.
- At 9th Street
  The east side of the intersection is closed to/from Robert Street.
  Robert Street remains open to northbound and southbound traffic.
  Access to the west side of the intersection to/from Robert Street remains open.
- Between 9th and 7th Streets
  Xcel Electric continues working on their underground vaults.
  Current activities scheduled in this area will continue through December 2024.
- At 6th Street
  Xcel Gas is working on installing their gas main.
  Reduced to one lane across Robert Street.
- Between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Work between 5th and 6th Streets is complete. The pits will not be backfilled until further testing is completed on the gas lines. The road is anticipated to be restored in mid-November.
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services is doing work on Robert Street between Fillmore Avenue and Kellogg Boulevard.
- Access to local businesses is being maintained.
Pedestrian Access
- Pedestrian access to properties on Robert Street is being maintained.
- Please follow signed pedestrian routes when walking or rolling near work zones.
Ongoing activities on Robert Street, updated October 18, 2024
Utility work continues through spring 2024 on Robert Street between 11th and 7th Streets and through December 2024 between 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard in advance of the reconstruction project. Please be aware of the following impacts:
Traffic Impacts
- Robert Street remains reduced to one lane in each direction between 11th Street and Kellogg Boulevard. Intersection restrictions/closures will occur periodically as needed for safety reasons or as required to complete construction activities.
Current activities along Robert Street:
- Between 11th and 9th Streets
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Work between 10th and 11th Street will wrap up next week.
  Work began on the 9th Street block this week.
- Between 9th and 7th Streets
  Xcel Electric is working on their underground vaults.
  Current activities scheduled in this area will continue through December 2024.
- At 7th Street
  Xcel Electric is working at the intersection
  Travelers on 7th Street, please pay extra attention as the driving lanes have switched to the south side of the intersection.
- At 6th Street
  Reduced to one lane across Robert Street.
- Between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Ongoing activities between 5th Street and Kellogg Boulevard will be completed next week. Crews will continue working up the corridor.
- Access to local businesses is being maintained.
Pedestrian Access
- Pedestrian access to properties on Robert Street is being maintained.
- Please follow signed pedestrian routes when walking or rolling near work zones.
Ongoing activities on Robert Street, updated October 11, 2024
Utility work continues through spring 2024 on Robert Street between 11th and 7th Streets and through December 2024 between 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard in advance of the reconstruction project. Please be aware of the following impacts:
Traffic Impacts
- Robert Street remains reduced to one lane in each direction between 11th Street and Kellogg Boulevard. Intersection restrictions/closures will occur periodically as needed for safety reasons or as required to complete construction activities.
Current activities along Robert Street:
- Between 11th and 9th Streets
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Work between 10th and 11th Street will wrap up in two weeks.
  Work is anticipated to begin on the 9th Street block next week.
- Between 9th and 7th Streets
  Xcel Electric is working on their underground vaults.
  Current activities scheduled in this area will continue through December 2024.
- At 7th Street
  Sewer work is anticipated to wrap up this week.
  Xcel Electric will begin working at this intersection the week of October 14.
  Travelers on 7th Street, please watch for the driving lanes to switch to the south side of the intersection next week.
- Between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard
  Xcel Gas is working on their utilities.
  Ongoing activities between 5th Street and Kellogg Boulevard will be completed in approximately two weeks. Crews will continue working up the corridor.
- Access to local businesses is being maintained.
Pedestrian Access
- Pedestrian access to properties on Robert Street is being maintained.
- Please follow signed pedestrian routes when walking or rolling near work zones.
Utility work continues through spring 2024 on Robert Street between 11th and 7th Streets and through December 2024 between 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard in advance of the reconstruction project. Please be aware of the following impacts:
Traffic Impacts
- Robert Street remains reduced to one lane in each direction between 11th Street and Kellogg Boulevard.
  Xcel Electric is working on their underground vaults between 9th and 7th Streets. Current activities scheduled in this area will continue through December 2024.
  Sewer work is ongoing at 7th Street through October. Xcel Electric will resume working at this intersection once the sewer work is completed.
  Xcel Gas is working in multiple locations along the corridor between Kellogg Boulevard and 6th Street as well as between 9th and 11th Streets.
  Ongoing activities between 5th Street and Kellogg Boulevard will be completed in approximately two weeks. Crews will continue working up the corridor.
  Work between 10th and 11th Streets will also wrap up in two weeks.
  Work is anticipated to begin on the 9th Street block next week.
  Access to local businesses is being maintained.
Pedestrian Access
- Pedestrian access to properties on Robert Street is being maintained.
- Please follow signed pedestrian routes when walking or rolling near work zones.

Project Documents

Upcoming public hearing scheduled for June 12

The City of Saint Paul is holding a public hearing for the Robert Street Reconstruction (11th Street to Kellogg Boulevard) project assessment, during the city council meeting next week.

Property owners, tenants, and others are invited to attend the hearing to provide comments on the estimated assessment rate. If you are unable to attend the public hearing, you may also provide comments via email, written letter, or voice mail to the contact information listed on your letter. A sample copy of the letter is in project documents below.

For more information about the assessment, or to see if you are being assessed, please call 651-266-8858 with the parcel ID/address listed in your letter. All property owners were mailed a notification letter with the hearing information and the estimated assessment details from the Office of Financial Services in May 2024.

Public Hearing details

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:30 p.m.

Where: City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall – Court House

15 W Kellogg Blvd

St. Paul, MN 55102

Information about testifying, including via telephone, is available on the Council’s website or on the Council’s agenda at www.stpaul.legistar.com.

Robert Street Reconstruction

Project Details

Construction Update, November 14, 2024

Ongoing activities on Robert Street, updated November 14, 2024

Robert Street closures between 9th and 6th Streets

Pedestrian Access

Bus Stops

Other area closures and restrictions in Downtown Saint Paul, November 14, 2024

Metro Transit Gold Line

Design Option B (2 vehicle lanes with a center turn lane) Selected for Robert Street

Project Goals

Project Updates

November 14, 2024

November 8, 2024

November 1, 2024

October 18, 2024

October 11, 2024

October 4, 2024

Project Documents

Design Options

Maps

Letters and Flyers

Engagement Materials

Upcoming public hearing scheduled for June 12

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