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CITY OF DOUGLAS PRESS RELEASE FORM 1 Project Name: Pearson Drive Extension Project Project Manager: Nick Larsen Date: 01-13-2022 Press Release No.: Please provide three to five major points describing the “project” (project, equipment, or vehicle). 1. The first point should be an overview of the project, or What the project consists of. 2. Use two to four more points to include information such as: Who is in charge or which department; When the project will begin; Where the project will be or be used; Why the city is moving forward with the project; Other key information, such as road closures, costs, and if this project is being completed using 5th penny tax dollars. 3. The final point should be a When the project will end and be in use by the City or useable by the public. Point #1 This project shall extent Pearson Drive from its current termination point to Richards Street. In addition the project will have new water main, sewer replacement, and storm water sewers installed. Point #2 The Public Works Department and City Engineer worked collaboratively on the design of the project and will oversee the construction of the project. Point #3 The project is anticipated to begin in the spring of 2022 and last approximately 2-3 months Point #4 The project will improve the existing sewer system as well as allow for new development in the area. Point #5 The project completion date is set for June 30th, 2022