- White Oak & 109th Roundabout
Engineers are completing the design of the roundabout. Utility relocation is expected to begin this fall and road construction is expected to begin in the Spring of 2027 pending the status of utility relocations and right-of-way acquisition.
- Heartland Park Expansion Project
The Heartland Park Expansion Project is set to transform 40 acres at the corner of White Oak Avenue and 109th Avenue into a vibrant community destination.
Plans for this exciting development include:An amphitheater with a stage and covered seating for large-scale eventsMultipurpose spaces and an open-air pavilionIndoor community rooms for year-round useA destination-style splash pad featuring slides, climbing structures, vertical water features, dry play zones, and a re-circulating water system
Construction continues to make steady progress on the project. Masonry and roofing work on the pavilion are underway, while steel installation for the canopy is nearing completion and will soon be ready for roofing. Underground utility work for the building is in progress, with interior rough-ins scheduled to begin in August. Steel erection for the amphitheater is also expected to start in August. Site rough grading is nearing completion, and crews are preparing to begin curb and asphalt installation in the coming weeks. - The Gates Pavilion & Permanent Restrooms
Permanent restroom facilities and a pavilion are coming to The Gates Park (10201 Park Pl, St. John, IN)!
Construction on the new restroom facility continued to make excellent progress last month. The exterior of the building is now nearly complete, sidewalks were poured around the building, and the interior painting was finished. Over the next month, the contractor will complete the remaining work, including installing the doors, bathroom fixtures and furnishings, site landscaping, and other miscellaneous finishing items. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be announced to mark the official opening of the new restroom facility.
- 2026 Town-Wide Paving
Milestone Contractors have completed the paving portion of the 2026 Community Crossings Matching Grant (CCMG) project. Crews are now working through the remaining punch list items, including final grading, adding topsoil, and seeding disturbed areas. These finishing touches are the final steps before the project is considered complete. Thank you to our residents for your patience and cooperation throughout construction.
- Joliet Street Multi-Use Path
Construction on this multi-use path project is expected to begin within the next two weeks, weather permitting. Beginning in July and continuing through November, Joliet Street will be closed, local traffic & emergency traffic only, for the duration of the project. Please plan ahead and use the posted detour route shown on the map below. To help improve traffic flow and enhance safety during the closure, a temporary 3-way stop will also be installed at the intersection of Hart Street and 93rd Avenue.
This project will enhance safety for pedestrians and motorists, improve drainage, and provide a longer-lasting roadway. While the temporary closure may be inconvenient, these improvements will help reduce future maintenance needs and improve travel throughout the area for years to come. We appreciate your patience and understanding as these improvements are completed.
Westbound Traffic Detour
• Travel north on Parrish Avenue
• Turn left onto W. 97th Place
• Turn right onto Clarmonte Drive
• Turn left onto 93rd Avenue to access US 41
OR
• Continue south on Hart Street
• Turn right onto Thielen Street
• Follow Thielen Street to the open section of Joliet Street
Eastbound Traffic from Joliet St. Detour
• Travel east on Joliet Street
• Turn left onto Thielen Street
• Turn left onto Hart Street
• Turn right onto 93rd Avenue
• Turn right onto Clarmonte Drive
• Turn left onto W. 97th Place
• Turn right onto Parrish Avenue to access the open roundabout
Eastbound Traffic from W 96th Pl. Detour
• Travel east on W. 96th Place
• Turn left onto Joliet Street
• Turn right onto Thielen St.
• Turn left onto Hart Street
• Turn right onto 93rd Avenue
• Turn right onto Clarmonte Drive
• Turn left onto W. 97th Place
• Turn right onto Parrish Avenue to access the open roundabout
- Heartland Park Expansion Project
The Heartland Park Expansion Project is set to transform 40 acres at the corner of White Oak Avenue and 109th Avenue into a vibrant community destination.
Plans for this exciting development include:
- An amphitheater with a stage and covered seating for large-scale events
- Multipurpose spaces and an open-air pavilion
- Indoor community rooms for year-round use
- A destination-style splash pad featuring slides, climbing structures, vertical water features, dry play zones, and a re-circulating water system
The building pad has been brought up to grade and roadway work is now underway. Foundation and utility installation will begin as soon as weather conditions cooperate. They are also anticipating the start of masonry work in May, once the rain finally gives us a break!
White Oak & 109th Roundabout
Engineers are completing the design of the roundabout. NIPSCO’s engineers are currently preparing plans to relocate their overhead and underground utilities to make room for the expanded roadway. Road construction is expected to begin this summer pending the status of utility relocations and right-of-way acquisitions.
- The Gates Pavilion & Permanent Restrooms
Permanent restroom facilities and a pavilion are coming to The Gates Park (10201 Park Pl, St. John, IN)! Grimmer Construction has begun work on the foundation for the permanent restrooms. Concrete footings have already been poured.. Work will continue throughout the spring, with an anticipated completion date this fall. While the project is underway, the park, including the playground and pickleball courts, will remain open with minimal disruption expected. We kindly ask all visitors to use caution and be mindful of construction activity while enjoying the park.
- Joliet Street Multi-Use Path Project
The Town Council awarded a contract to Dyer Construction as the lowest, most responsive and responsible bidder in the amount of $3,383,878.43 at their April 22nd meeting. Public Works Director, Gabe Hernandez, plans to host a resident meeting for those who live along Joliet Street in an effort to provide an opportunity for residents to learn about what to expect. A preconstruction meeting is scheduled for early May with construction to begin at the end of the month, weather dependent.
- Hedwig & Fehlberg Intersection Improvement
An engineering study is underway to determine the most cost-effective solution for correcting poor drainage at this intersection of Hedwig Dr. & Fehlberg Ct., and the standing water and ice around the curve on Hedwig Drive. Construction is expected to take place this summer pending the results of the study.
- Osage Drive Culvert Repair
The Osage Drive Culvert Repair Project consists of the lining of four large diameter storm sewer culvert pipes under Osage Drive and W 81st Court. The pipes will be internally lined to avoid needing to dig up the roads and disturb traffic. The lining will take place in this month and is expected to take less than one week to complete.
