Todd Nickleski, City Engineer

This podcast episode features Todd Nickleski, the City Engineer for River Falls, discussing various infrastructure projects and planning efforts within the city. Key procurement-related topics include the reconstruction of the Pal Avenue Bridge and South Watson Lane, both significant capital improvement projects aimed at enhancing safety and infrastructure longevity. Todd also highlights the upcoming major downtown Main Street reconstruction project, which involves extensive underground utility replacements and roadway reconstruction, contingent on securing federal and other grant funding. The city is actively pursuing grants, including a $200,000 federal Department of Transportation grant for a Safe Streets Action Plan, which will support future implementation funding for safety improvements. The planning and execution of these projects involve coordination with consulting firms and multiple governmental partners, with a focus on minimizing disruption and accommodating city growth as outlined in the 2023 comprehensive plan.