1. What is a Design-Build?

Design-build means contracting with a single entity for performing both design and construction on an entire project.

In a traditional contract, the design process is completed independent of the construction contract (design-bid-build). This separation allows Blueprint 2000 & Beyond to minimize potential impacts to third parties by removing time as a critical component of the design. Right-of-way, environmental permits, local agency agreements, and utility agreements are all either very well defined or in place prior to awarding a contract. This process minimizes potential risks, but requires a very linear approach toward completing the project. Possible design improvements during construction can become costly and time consuming since they are made after the design is 100% complete and frequently under a very tight contractual timeline.

The attractiveness of design-build lies mainly in the promise of innovation stemming from the designer/builder collaboration. If the process is applied to the right project, with the right controls in place, the public gets a quality product in a shorter time.

2. When will construction start?

Construction began in May 2005.

3. What are the limits of the project, i.e. where does it start and where does it end?

The limits are to widen the existing two-lane Capital Circle Southeast undivided rural road, from just south of Tram Road to Connie Drive, to a six-lane urban roadway.

4. How long is the project?

The project is 3.4 miles.

5. Will my child be able to catch the bus where he/she does now?

Yes, we will do our best to keep the bus stops at Connie Drive, Adkins Forest Lane, Monday Road, and Barcelona Lane in the same locations when construction begins. Please stay tuned to press releases and flyers for any potential changes.

6. Who is the roadway contractor on the job?

M, Inc./C.W. Roberts a Joint Venture and PBS&J providing Design and Parsons Brinckerhoff providing Construction Engineering Inspection. This team has approximately 300 employees in the Leon County area.

7. How much longer will it take me to get home everyday while the road is under construction and will the contractor be closing lanes?

Attempts will be made not to increase travel time. At least two travel lanes will be open at all times.

8. Which end of the project will begin first and how long will it take?
The project will be constructed into four segments.

• Segment Two - is scheduled to start first, just north of Tram Road to Barcelona Lane. It is anticipated to start by the end of the May 2005 and anticipated completion by September 6, 2006.
• Segment Four - will be constructed second, from Hill Lane to Connie Drive. It is anticipated to begin June 6, 2006 and anticipated completion by June 11, 2007.
• Segment Three - will be constructed third, from Barcelona Lane to Hill Lane. It is anticipated to begin January 24, 2007 and anticipated completion by July 10, 2007.
• Segment One - will be constructed last, from Tram Road to just South of Tram Road. It is anticipated to begin January 24, 2007 and anticipated completion by June 5, 2007.

9. Will there be more traffic signals added than where we have them now?

Yes, there will be new traffic signals at six intersections: Tram Road, Shumard Oak Boulevard, Merchants Row Drive, Blair Stone Road, Orange Avenue and Old St. Augustine Road.

10. Will there be sidewalks?

Yes, there will be a 10-foot meandering trail on the eastside of Capital Circle Southeast, from Tram Road to Hill Lane where it will transition to a 5-foot sidewalk to Connie Drive. On the west side of Capital Circle Southeast there will be a 5-foot sidewalk from Tram Road to Connie Drive.

11. What median changes will there be?

Yes, the plan includes median changes throughout the project to bring the roadway up to current standards and to improve public safety and traffic flow efficiency. A raised median will be added throughout the project to improve safety and traffic flow efficiency. There will be new full median openings at: Tram Rd., Shumard Oaks Blvd., Drayton Rd., Merchants Row Blvd., Blair Stone Rd., Barcelona Ln., (future) Orange Ave., Centerview Dr. and Old St. Augustine Rd.. The plan also calls for a directional median openings at Connie Dr., Adkins Forest Ln., and Midyette Rd..

12. What will happen to my irrigation lines and landscaping that is near the roadway?

The right-of-way will be marked throughout the project to indicate the work zone limits. Any irrigation lines, landscaping or other amenities on the state right-of-way should be RELOCATED IMMEDIATELY to avoid damage. NEITHER THE STATE, BLUEPRINT 2000& BEYOND, NOR THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE TO IRRIGATION LINES AND OTHER ITEMS ON THE STATE RIGHT-OF-WAY. If you are unsure of the right-of-way limits, contact Blueprint 2000 & Beyond Public Information Officer Carlana Hoffman immediately.

13. Where will the six-laning end precisely and why does it not go all the way to Crawfordville Highway?

The six-laning will end just south of Tram Road. To six-lane almost 3.4 miles of Capital Circle Southeast is costing $30.5 million. Future design and construction projects being administered by Blueprint 2000 will include Capital Circle to Crawfordville Highway.

14. How will the people be able to get to my business when the road is being worked on?

All businesses will have access at all times during the construction process.

15. What will be the speed limit during construction?

The speed limit will be 45 mph during construction.