North Taft Avenue Water and Storm Improvements Project

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The US 34 and Taft Avenue Intersection Improvement Project recently concluded successfully, enhancing traffic flow, reducing congestion and making one of Loveland’s busiest intersections safer and easier to travel for all users. Improvements included new bike lanes, wider sidewalks and ADA-compliant features that improve safety and accessibility for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike.

The next phase of improvements will focus on Taft Avenue between 18th and 29th streets. Construction is anticipated to begin in December 2025 and be completed by early June 2026. Crews will replace aging waterlines and stormwater infrastructure to improve service reliability, increase system capacity and reduce neighborhood flooding during heavy rain events. This phase also includes intersection upgrades at Taft Avenue and 29th Street to support smoother traffic operations and enhance long-term safety.

These improvements reflect Loveland’s continued commitment to safe, reliable infrastructure and high-quality service for the community.

Scope of Work

Waterline Replacement

To ensure reliable water service, the City plans to install a new 16-inch waterline along N. Taft Avenue, replacing the aging 12-inch cast iron line from just north of 18th Street through West 29th Street. This upgrade will maintain system-wide water pressures, improve long-term reliability and reduce disruptions from waterline breaks.

Stormwater Improvements

Stormwater improvements will be completed in parallel with the waterline work. The stormwater utility will replace pipes, create new outlets to Lake Loveland for improved storm protection and reinforce the west banks of the lake to stabilize infrastructure and prevent erosion.

Construction Impacts

Traffic & Access

During construction, traffic control measures will be in place to maintain safe travel through the area. Both northbound and southbound lanes of North Taft Avenue north of 18th Street through 29th Street will be periodically closed or lanes restricted to northbound traffic, but local access to residences and for business deliveries and customers will be maintained.

Schedule

Work will begin with waterline replacement at the North Taft Avenue and West 29th Street intersection, followed by installation of the new line from just north of West 18th Street to West 29th Street. For the most part, work will take place between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. There may be occasional Saturday work.

Pedestrian Safety

For everyone’s safety, temporary construction fencing will be installed around open trenches. Pedestrians are encouraged to use caution and maintain a safe distance from construction activities at all times, both during and after working hours.

Service Interruptions

Following construction, testing and disinfection of the new water line, periodic service interruptions will be necessary to some generally along Taft Avenue as existing water connections are tied into the new system. The City will provide at least 48 hours’ notice to residents prior to any planned water outage.

The US 34 and Taft Avenue Intersection Improvement Project recently concluded successfully, enhancing traffic flow, reducing congestion and making one of Loveland’s busiest intersections safer and easier to travel for all users. Improvements included new bike lanes, wider sidewalks and ADA-compliant features that improve safety and accessibility for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike.

The next phase of improvements will focus on Taft Avenue between 18th and 29th streets. Construction is anticipated to begin in December 2025 and be completed by early June 2026. Crews will replace aging waterlines and stormwater infrastructure to improve service reliability, increase system capacity and reduce neighborhood flooding during heavy rain events. This phase also includes intersection upgrades at Taft Avenue and 29th Street to support smoother traffic operations and enhance long-term safety.

These improvements reflect Loveland’s continued commitment to safe, reliable infrastructure and high-quality service for the community.

Scope of Work

Waterline Replacement

To ensure reliable water service, the City plans to install a new 16-inch waterline along N. Taft Avenue, replacing the aging 12-inch cast iron line from just north of 18th Street through West 29th Street. This upgrade will maintain system-wide water pressures, improve long-term reliability and reduce disruptions from waterline breaks.

Stormwater Improvements

Stormwater improvements will be completed in parallel with the waterline work. The stormwater utility will replace pipes, create new outlets to Lake Loveland for improved storm protection and reinforce the west banks of the lake to stabilize infrastructure and prevent erosion.

Construction Impacts

Traffic & Access

During construction, traffic control measures will be in place to maintain safe travel through the area. Both northbound and southbound lanes of North Taft Avenue north of 18th Street through 29th Street will be periodically closed or lanes restricted to northbound traffic, but local access to residences and for business deliveries and customers will be maintained.

Schedule

Work will begin with waterline replacement at the North Taft Avenue and West 29th Street intersection, followed by installation of the new line from just north of West 18th Street to West 29th Street. For the most part, work will take place between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. There may be occasional Saturday work.

Pedestrian Safety

For everyone’s safety, temporary construction fencing will be installed around open trenches. Pedestrians are encouraged to use caution and maintain a safe distance from construction activities at all times, both during and after working hours.

Service Interruptions

Following construction, testing and disinfection of the new water line, periodic service interruptions will be necessary to some generally along Taft Avenue as existing water connections are tied into the new system. The City will provide at least 48 hours’ notice to residents prior to any planned water outage.

  • Construction Update: April 20-24

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    Hello Loveland!

    Construction on North Taft Avenue is entering the final phase of the current water and stormwater improvement project. Crews are completing the remaining utility work, final paving, and cleanup before the corridor transitions to City roadway resurfacing work. Additional shoreline stormwater improvements are planned for winter 2027 when lake levels allow safe construction.

    Project Progress

    • Final drainage and erosion control work was completed at 18th Street, including rock lining around underground drainage channels.
    • Rock armoring along the shoreline near Lake Loveland and Abarr Pond has been completed.
    • Curb and gutter work at the 18th Street intersection with Taft Avenue is complete.
    • New stormwater catch basins are being installed and set at 22nd Street.
    • The final section of underground storm pipe across Taft Avenue at 22nd Street has been installed.
    • Construction began on the east-side drainage channel at 22nd Street.
    • All pipe lining work on the project is now complete.

    Look Ahead

    • Crews will finish concrete work at 22nd Street, including curbs, sidewalks, catch basins and drainage channels.
    • Final paving will be completed at both 18th Street and the 22nd Street intersection.
    • City roadway rehabilitation and resurfacing crews will begin work near 29th Street and work south. North Taft Avenue will remain closed during this work.
    • The contractor is expected to complete final cleanup, roadway sweeping and remaining punch-list items before turning the corridor over to the City for full resurfacing.

    Working Hours

    Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional Saturday work.

    Contact

    To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your continued patience as these improvements are completed.

    Hello Loveland!

    Construction on North Taft Avenue is entering the final phase of the current water and stormwater improvement project. Crews are completing the remaining utility work, final paving, and cleanup before the corridor transitions to City roadway resurfacing work. Additional shoreline stormwater improvements are planned for winter 2027 when lake levels allow safe construction.

    Project Progress

    • Final drainage and erosion control work was completed at 18th Street, including rock lining around underground drainage channels.
    • Rock armoring along the shoreline near Lake Loveland and Abarr Pond has been completed.
    • Curb and gutter work at the 18th Street intersection with Taft Avenue is complete.
    • New stormwater catch basins are being installed and set at 22nd Street.
    • The final section of underground storm pipe across Taft Avenue at 22nd Street has been installed.
    • Construction began on the east-side drainage channel at 22nd Street.
    • All pipe lining work on the project is now complete.

    Look Ahead

    • Crews will finish concrete work at 22nd Street, including curbs, sidewalks, catch basins and drainage channels.
    • Final paving will be completed at both 18th Street and the 22nd Street intersection.
    • City roadway rehabilitation and resurfacing crews will begin work near 29th Street and work south. North Taft Avenue will remain closed during this work.
    • The contractor is expected to complete final cleanup, roadway sweeping and remaining punch-list items before turning the corridor over to the City for full resurfacing.

    Working Hours

    Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional Saturday work.

    Contact

    To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your continued patience as these improvements are completed.

  • Construction Update: April 13-17

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    Hello Loveland!

    Construction along North Taft Avenue is wrapping up, with crews completing final stormwater and waterline improvements.

    Project Progress

    • Concrete work at 18th Street is progressing well, including sidewalks, ADA ramps, and intersection improvements.
    • At 22nd Street, crews are building new stormwater inlets and completing final pipe connections.
    • All major underground pipe installations are nearly complete, with final connections expected next week.
    • Rock stabilization (rip rap) at 18th Street is now complete within the lake and continues at remaining outlet locations.
    • Several side streets, including 28th Street, North Lake Park Road, Abarr Drive, 25th Street, 20th Street, and Connecticut Court, have been milled and repaved in sections.
    • Crews have begun removing equipment and materials as work winds down.

    Look Ahead

    • Crews will continue working over the next few weeks to complete remaining stormwater structures, finalize pipe connections, and finish concrete work at 18th Street and 22nd Street.
    • Rock stabilization at outlet areas will be completed, followed by restoration of disturbed areas and overall site cleanup.
    • A final stormwater walkthrough is scheduled for next week ahead of project completion.
    • Stormwater installation is expected to wrap up by mid to late April, with final cleanup and demobilization continuing into early May.
    • Full roadway paving on Taft Avenue is tentatively expected to begin around May 4, pending final coordination. This work is expected to take a few days.
    • Shoreline stabilization work between W. 22nd Street and 25th Street was delayed due to high lake levels. This work, including riprap installation, is now tentatively planned for winter 2027 as conditions allow.

    Working Hours

    Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work.

    Contact

    To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your continued patience as we make these improvements.

    Hello Loveland!

    Construction along North Taft Avenue is wrapping up, with crews completing final stormwater and waterline improvements.

    Project Progress

    • Concrete work at 18th Street is progressing well, including sidewalks, ADA ramps, and intersection improvements.
    • At 22nd Street, crews are building new stormwater inlets and completing final pipe connections.
    • All major underground pipe installations are nearly complete, with final connections expected next week.
    • Rock stabilization (rip rap) at 18th Street is now complete within the lake and continues at remaining outlet locations.
    • Several side streets, including 28th Street, North Lake Park Road, Abarr Drive, 25th Street, 20th Street, and Connecticut Court, have been milled and repaved in sections.
    • Crews have begun removing equipment and materials as work winds down.

    Look Ahead

    • Crews will continue working over the next few weeks to complete remaining stormwater structures, finalize pipe connections, and finish concrete work at 18th Street and 22nd Street.
    • Rock stabilization at outlet areas will be completed, followed by restoration of disturbed areas and overall site cleanup.
    • A final stormwater walkthrough is scheduled for next week ahead of project completion.
    • Stormwater installation is expected to wrap up by mid to late April, with final cleanup and demobilization continuing into early May.
    • Full roadway paving on Taft Avenue is tentatively expected to begin around May 4, pending final coordination. This work is expected to take a few days.
    • Shoreline stabilization work between W. 22nd Street and 25th Street was delayed due to high lake levels. This work, including riprap installation, is now tentatively planned for winter 2027 as conditions allow.

    Working Hours

    Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work.

    Contact

    To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your continued patience as we make these improvements.

  • Construction Update April 4-10

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    Hello Loveland!

    Here’s the latest update on construction along North Taft Avenue as stormwater improvements continue and the project moves toward completion of this phase.

    Project Progress

    • Significant progress was made this week at both 18th Street and 22nd Street.
    • At 18th Street:
      • Key connections to the new treatment system are complete.
      • Shoreline stabilization within the lake has been finished.
      • Guardrail installation is complete.
      • Crews are preparing for new concrete features, including a cross pan, sidewalk, and ADA ramps.
    • At 22nd Street:
      • Installation of the large storm pipe crossing Taft Avenue is complete, marking a major milestone.
      • Crews are continuing work on additional pipe connections and inlet structures.
      • Underground improvements and diversion structures are progressing well.
      • Concrete work between 22nd Street and 29th Street is nearly complete, with only minor sections remaining.

    Look Ahead

    • Continue concrete work at 18th Street and 22nd Street, including sidewalks, curb and gutter, and inlet structures.
    • Install additional stormwater system components at 22nd Street.
    • Add protective stabilization at outlet areas.
    • Resume paving work on nearby side streets later in the week.
    • Shift northbound traffic on Taft Avenue to the east side of the roadway.
    • A mill and overlay paving operation is anticipated on North Taft Avenue in June.
    • Some final rip rap work will be scheduled at a later date to align with more favorable conditions.

    Working Hours

    Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work.

    Contact

    To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your continued patience as we make these improvements.

    Hello Loveland!

    Here’s the latest update on construction along North Taft Avenue as stormwater improvements continue and the project moves toward completion of this phase.

    Project Progress

    • Significant progress was made this week at both 18th Street and 22nd Street.
    • At 18th Street:
      • Key connections to the new treatment system are complete.
      • Shoreline stabilization within the lake has been finished.
      • Guardrail installation is complete.
      • Crews are preparing for new concrete features, including a cross pan, sidewalk, and ADA ramps.
    • At 22nd Street:
      • Installation of the large storm pipe crossing Taft Avenue is complete, marking a major milestone.
      • Crews are continuing work on additional pipe connections and inlet structures.
      • Underground improvements and diversion structures are progressing well.
      • Concrete work between 22nd Street and 29th Street is nearly complete, with only minor sections remaining.

    Look Ahead

    • Continue concrete work at 18th Street and 22nd Street, including sidewalks, curb and gutter, and inlet structures.
    • Install additional stormwater system components at 22nd Street.
    • Add protective stabilization at outlet areas.
    • Resume paving work on nearby side streets later in the week.
    • Shift northbound traffic on Taft Avenue to the east side of the roadway.
    • A mill and overlay paving operation is anticipated on North Taft Avenue in June.
    • Some final rip rap work will be scheduled at a later date to align with more favorable conditions.

    Working Hours

    Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work.

    Contact

    To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your continued patience as we make these improvements.

  • Construction Update: March 9-13

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    Hello Loveland! Thank you for your patience during the break in updates. We hope you have seen the steady progress along Taft in recent weeks.

    We are returning to the weekly update style you are used to. Below is a look at this week’s accomplishments and what is coming next. If you missed any of the work that happened during the pause in updates, we encourage you to check out our recent recap to catch up on all the activity.

    Progress March 9-13

    • All customers along Taft are now connected to the new waterline. The last temporary water connections were switched over early this week, and crews began installing a section of sewer line near Abarr Pond that helps wrap up the water work.

    • Another crew focused on stormwater improvements along the lake and worked to prepared the sites at 22nd and 18th Streets for upcoming large vault installations.

    • Project leads, engineers and designers reviewed options for continued work that improves control of stormwater flows into Lake Loveland. Higher than normal water levels for this time of year created challenges for the original plans that required heavy equipment on the lakebed to work at the lake's edge. A revised approach is moving forward and may delay some work until late 2026 or early 2027. These delayed portions are not expected to significantly affect traffic and may help put the current project timeline slightly ahead of schedule.

    • A paving crew continued paving along Taft and on side streets where no construction work is underway.

    • Traffic speed was reduced to 20 MPH through the work zone due to drivers traveling well above 35 MPH. The Police Department has been notified and will patrol the area as available to help keep crews, neighbors and commuters safe.

    Look Ahead

    • All remaining T. Lowell crews will focus on stormwater work. Some will finish stormwater outfalls along the lake, while most will be working at 22nd and 18th Streets. Watch for major progress in the next few weeks as crews begin placing Carlsonator vaults, which filter debris from stormwater before it reaches the lake. A crane will be delivered to 22nd Street and Taft Avenue on Tuesday, March 17. After a brief break, it will return about a week later to assist with the vault at 18th Street.

    • With waterline work complete and stormwater work moving quickly, we are starting to think about the end of the project. T. Lowell crews will continue working through March and into mid-April. Beginning in April, Public Works staff will repair concrete along curbs and sidewalks. Starting in May and following the concrete work, Public Works crews plan to complete milling and paving to restore the roadway for normal traffic by early June, weather permitting.

    • All detours will remain in place until the end of the project. Local access between Taft Avenue and 20th Street is expected to stay open when possible, which is a priority for the project team. However, construction conditions can change quickly, and schedules may shift as needed.

    Working Hours

    Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work.

    Contact

    To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your continued patience as we make these improvements.

    Picture Highlights

    Crews work to lay stormwater pipe withe week of March 9th.
    Completed pipe outlet with rip rap.

    Stormwater dig work the week of March 9th.

    Paving patchwork continues behind completed work.

    Hello Loveland! Thank you for your patience during the break in updates. We hope you have seen the steady progress along Taft in recent weeks.

    We are returning to the weekly update style you are used to. Below is a look at this week’s accomplishments and what is coming next. If you missed any of the work that happened during the pause in updates, we encourage you to check out our recent recap to catch up on all the activity.

    Progress March 9-13

    • All customers along Taft are now connected to the new waterline. The last temporary water connections were switched over early this week, and crews began installing a section of sewer line near Abarr Pond that helps wrap up the water work.

    • Another crew focused on stormwater improvements along the lake and worked to prepared the sites at 22nd and 18th Streets for upcoming large vault installations.

    • Project leads, engineers and designers reviewed options for continued work that improves control of stormwater flows into Lake Loveland. Higher than normal water levels for this time of year created challenges for the original plans that required heavy equipment on the lakebed to work at the lake's edge. A revised approach is moving forward and may delay some work until late 2026 or early 2027. These delayed portions are not expected to significantly affect traffic and may help put the current project timeline slightly ahead of schedule.

    • A paving crew continued paving along Taft and on side streets where no construction work is underway.

    • Traffic speed was reduced to 20 MPH through the work zone due to drivers traveling well above 35 MPH. The Police Department has been notified and will patrol the area as available to help keep crews, neighbors and commuters safe.

    Look Ahead

    • All remaining T. Lowell crews will focus on stormwater work. Some will finish stormwater outfalls along the lake, while most will be working at 22nd and 18th Streets. Watch for major progress in the next few weeks as crews begin placing Carlsonator vaults, which filter debris from stormwater before it reaches the lake. A crane will be delivered to 22nd Street and Taft Avenue on Tuesday, March 17. After a brief break, it will return about a week later to assist with the vault at 18th Street.

    • With waterline work complete and stormwater work moving quickly, we are starting to think about the end of the project. T. Lowell crews will continue working through March and into mid-April. Beginning in April, Public Works staff will repair concrete along curbs and sidewalks. Starting in May and following the concrete work, Public Works crews plan to complete milling and paving to restore the roadway for normal traffic by early June, weather permitting.

    • All detours will remain in place until the end of the project. Local access between Taft Avenue and 20th Street is expected to stay open when possible, which is a priority for the project team. However, construction conditions can change quickly, and schedules may shift as needed.

    Working Hours

    Weather permitting, crews work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work.

    Contact

    To reach the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your continued patience as we make these improvements.

    Picture Highlights

    Crews work to lay stormwater pipe withe week of March 9th.
    Completed pipe outlet with rip rap.

    Stormwater dig work the week of March 9th.

    Paving patchwork continues behind completed work.

  • Construction Recap: Jan 19-Mar 6

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    As we return to regular weekly updates, we want to highlight key progress made over the past several weeks. A lot of hard work has gone into this project, and this recap helps show how far things have come.

    Progress Jan. 19-30

    • Crews finished final hydrant work along 29th Street and shifted all activity to the Taft Avenue work zone from 18th to 29th Streets. Work began on both the northbound and southbound sides with plans to meet in the middle.

    • Remaining customers along the Taft work zone from 22nd Street to Abarr Drive were switched to temporary water.

    • An 8-inch valve was installed at Abarr Drive and a 12-inch inserta valve was added at West 22nd Street and James Drive to help isolate water service.

    • Paving on 29th Street was completed along with thermal crosswalks. Crews also finished paving behind southbound Taft work between 29th and 28th Streets.

    • Lake Loveland levels were closely monitored to assess conditions for upcoming stormwater construction.

    Progress Feb. 2-13

    • Stormwater construction began on the inlets along Lake Loveland. Crews excavated for new inlets and installed pipe, followed by contracted concrete crews completing inlet work and tie-ins.

    • Waterline installation continued from both ends of the project. In the first week of February, crews installed about 1,400 feet of 16-inch PVC waterline.

    • Speeding traffic along the work zone became a growing safety concern and was monitored more closely.

    • Paving continued south past 28th Street to the North Lake Park entrance, and patching was completed after inserta valve work.

    • T. Lowell crews pumped down Abarr Pond to prepare for stormwater work that includes replacing damaged pipe sections and installing new pipe to the pond.

    • Monitoring continued at Lake Loveland, and high water levels delayed some stormwater construction. This allowed crews to make faster progress on waterline installation.

    • West 22nd Street closed at Taft as crews began preparing the site for upcoming vault installation.

    Progress Feb. 16-27

    • Design work continued for sanitary sewer replacement near Abarr Pond.

    • Stormwater pipe installation began along the east side of Abarr Pond, including manhole work, a new inlet and a headwall at the outlet.

    • Stormwater inlet construction continued with concrete pours and sweeps connecting system sections.

    • Stormwater pipe work started at 22nd Street.

    • Lake Loveland levels continued to be monitored to assess conditions for stormwater work. Crews remained confident they could complete stormwater tasks through mid-April.

    • A work site near-miss brought renewed focus to safety and traffic speed.

    • Installation of the 16-inch PVC waterline was completed. Work continued on flushing, disinfecting and testing the new line,

    • Crews encountered many unmarked utilities during both water and stormwater pipe installation, which slowed progress in some areas. With two crews still able to focus on waterline work while Lake Loveland levels were monitored, the project stayed ahead of schedule.

    • East 18th Street remained partially open with a full closure planned soon.

    Progress March 2-6

    • The new 16-inch waterline was placed into service, and crews completed most of the transfers for roughly 41 connections. Only service at 25th Street remained.

    • This upgrade replaced aging 12-inch cast iron pipe from just north of 18th Street through West 29th Street. The new line improves water pressure, strengthens long-term system reliability and reduces the chance of unexpected outages.

    • Stormwater outfall improvement work continued at key locations.

    • Additional signage was installed near Empire to discourage cut-through traffic.

    • Crews focused on cleanup across the work zone, especially after a major rainstorm required crews to secure open excavations and quickly redirect water.

    • Work site mobilization began at 18th Street and Taft Avenue.

    • Lake Loveland levels were monitored as crews prepared for a meeting to evaluate construction options.

    As we return to regular weekly updates, we want to highlight key progress made over the past several weeks. A lot of hard work has gone into this project, and this recap helps show how far things have come.

    Progress Jan. 19-30

    • Crews finished final hydrant work along 29th Street and shifted all activity to the Taft Avenue work zone from 18th to 29th Streets. Work began on both the northbound and southbound sides with plans to meet in the middle.

    • Remaining customers along the Taft work zone from 22nd Street to Abarr Drive were switched to temporary water.

    • An 8-inch valve was installed at Abarr Drive and a 12-inch inserta valve was added at West 22nd Street and James Drive to help isolate water service.

    • Paving on 29th Street was completed along with thermal crosswalks. Crews also finished paving behind southbound Taft work between 29th and 28th Streets.

    • Lake Loveland levels were closely monitored to assess conditions for upcoming stormwater construction.

    Progress Feb. 2-13

    • Stormwater construction began on the inlets along Lake Loveland. Crews excavated for new inlets and installed pipe, followed by contracted concrete crews completing inlet work and tie-ins.

    • Waterline installation continued from both ends of the project. In the first week of February, crews installed about 1,400 feet of 16-inch PVC waterline.

    • Speeding traffic along the work zone became a growing safety concern and was monitored more closely.

    • Paving continued south past 28th Street to the North Lake Park entrance, and patching was completed after inserta valve work.

    • T. Lowell crews pumped down Abarr Pond to prepare for stormwater work that includes replacing damaged pipe sections and installing new pipe to the pond.

    • Monitoring continued at Lake Loveland, and high water levels delayed some stormwater construction. This allowed crews to make faster progress on waterline installation.

    • West 22nd Street closed at Taft as crews began preparing the site for upcoming vault installation.

    Progress Feb. 16-27

    • Design work continued for sanitary sewer replacement near Abarr Pond.

    • Stormwater pipe installation began along the east side of Abarr Pond, including manhole work, a new inlet and a headwall at the outlet.

    • Stormwater inlet construction continued with concrete pours and sweeps connecting system sections.

    • Stormwater pipe work started at 22nd Street.

    • Lake Loveland levels continued to be monitored to assess conditions for stormwater work. Crews remained confident they could complete stormwater tasks through mid-April.

    • A work site near-miss brought renewed focus to safety and traffic speed.

    • Installation of the 16-inch PVC waterline was completed. Work continued on flushing, disinfecting and testing the new line,

    • Crews encountered many unmarked utilities during both water and stormwater pipe installation, which slowed progress in some areas. With two crews still able to focus on waterline work while Lake Loveland levels were monitored, the project stayed ahead of schedule.

    • East 18th Street remained partially open with a full closure planned soon.

    Progress March 2-6

    • The new 16-inch waterline was placed into service, and crews completed most of the transfers for roughly 41 connections. Only service at 25th Street remained.

    • This upgrade replaced aging 12-inch cast iron pipe from just north of 18th Street through West 29th Street. The new line improves water pressure, strengthens long-term system reliability and reduces the chance of unexpected outages.

    • Stormwater outfall improvement work continued at key locations.

    • Additional signage was installed near Empire to discourage cut-through traffic.

    • Crews focused on cleanup across the work zone, especially after a major rainstorm required crews to secure open excavations and quickly redirect water.

    • Work site mobilization began at 18th Street and Taft Avenue.

    • Lake Loveland levels were monitored as crews prepared for a meeting to evaluate construction options.

  • Construction Update: Jan 12-16

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    Hello Loveland!

    Here are our project updates and a look at upcoming work.

    Progress Jan. 12-16

    • Crews backfilled and completed asphalt patches at both locations where line stops were removed along 29th Street.
    • Another crew installed 16-inch water line from 28th Street south to Lake Drive, then east across N. Taft Avenue within Lake Drive. This will connect to the existing water line near the Thompson Ambulance facility after disinfection and pressure testing.
    • Crews installed 2-inch and 3-inch temporary water service lines throughout Connecticut Place cul-de-sac and homes adjacent to N. Taft Avenue up to 20th Street.
      • Reminder: If placed on temporary water, you will not be charged for water usage; leave a tap open to prevent freezing of more vulnerable temporary lines. Frozen lines delay progress and can affect water service.


    Week of Jan. 12: 8” PVC waterline construction in the intersection of N. Taft Avenue and 28th Street



    Week of Jan. 12: 8” PVC waterline to tie-into Lake Drive



    Jan 10: 29th Street line stop removal



    Jan 15: Drone picture from above 29th Street shows paving progress and near completion along 29th Street


    Upcoming work Jan. 19-23

    • Expect brief lane shifts on 29th Street on Wednesday for installation of a new fire hydrant and water service to the Thompson Rehabilitation Center.
    • Begin constructing the 16-inch water line north along N. Taft Avenue from 20th Street.

    Looking forward

    • Heavy construction will focus on 18th–22nd and 25th–29th streets as crews install new 16-inch pipeline.
    • Current detours will remain in place.

    Working hours

    Weather permitting, work activities are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work needed.

    To contact the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your patience as we complete these improvements.

    Hello Loveland!

    Here are our project updates and a look at upcoming work.

    Progress Jan. 12-16

    • Crews backfilled and completed asphalt patches at both locations where line stops were removed along 29th Street.
    • Another crew installed 16-inch water line from 28th Street south to Lake Drive, then east across N. Taft Avenue within Lake Drive. This will connect to the existing water line near the Thompson Ambulance facility after disinfection and pressure testing.
    • Crews installed 2-inch and 3-inch temporary water service lines throughout Connecticut Place cul-de-sac and homes adjacent to N. Taft Avenue up to 20th Street.
      • Reminder: If placed on temporary water, you will not be charged for water usage; leave a tap open to prevent freezing of more vulnerable temporary lines. Frozen lines delay progress and can affect water service.


    Week of Jan. 12: 8” PVC waterline construction in the intersection of N. Taft Avenue and 28th Street



    Week of Jan. 12: 8” PVC waterline to tie-into Lake Drive



    Jan 10: 29th Street line stop removal



    Jan 15: Drone picture from above 29th Street shows paving progress and near completion along 29th Street


    Upcoming work Jan. 19-23

    • Expect brief lane shifts on 29th Street on Wednesday for installation of a new fire hydrant and water service to the Thompson Rehabilitation Center.
    • Begin constructing the 16-inch water line north along N. Taft Avenue from 20th Street.

    Looking forward

    • Heavy construction will focus on 18th–22nd and 25th–29th streets as crews install new 16-inch pipeline.
    • Current detours will remain in place.

    Working hours

    Weather permitting, work activities are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work needed.

    To contact the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your patience as we complete these improvements.

  • Construction Update: Jan. 5-10

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    Hello Loveland!

    Here are our project updates and a look at upcoming work.

    Progress Jan. 5-10

    • Pipeline work at the intersection is complete and most areas have been repaved.
    • 29th Street is open to through traffic in both directions, but work areas remain coned off as crews finalize intersection work
    • Additional work on the valve at the east end delayed pressure and water quality testing until later in the week; passing tests allowed removal of line stops over the weekend.
    • As a reminder, water around work zones is normal; crews perform controlled releases during flushing, testing and sampling before lines go online.
    • Along Taft, crews began digging between 28th and 29th streets to install pipeline south of the intersection and finished crossing 28th Street, which required a traffic flagger.
    • Crews continued mobilizing along the corridor between 18th and 29th streets, performing saw cutting, potholing and material and concrete delivery.

    Jan 8: Crews work to dig on Taft Avenue between 28th and 29th streets through cloudy winter weather

    Jan. 9: Crews put in temporary paving as they make progress and install lines

    Upcoming work Jan. 12-16

    • Fill holes where line stops were removed early in the week and open 29th Street further.
    • Install a fire hydrant just to the east of the intersection, requiring lane shifts for westbound traffic on 29th but no closures
    • Begin digging at 20th Street and the southern end to install waterline from south to north; expect some digging outside the road for new meter pits.
    • Set up temporary water service from Connecticut to 22nd Street by the end of the week (anticipated); if placed on temporary water, you will not be charged for water useage—leave a tap open to prevent freezing of more vulnerable temporary lines. Frozen lines delay progress and can affect water service.

    Looking forward

    • Heavy construction will focus on 18th–22nd and 25th–29th streets as crews install new 16-inch pipeline.
    • Detours in place now will continue.

    Working hours

    Weather permitting, work activities are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work needed.

    To contact the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org(External link).

    Thank you for your patience as we complete these improvements.

    Hello Loveland!

    Here are our project updates and a look at upcoming work.

    Progress Jan. 5-10

    • Pipeline work at the intersection is complete and most areas have been repaved.
    • 29th Street is open to through traffic in both directions, but work areas remain coned off as crews finalize intersection work
    • Additional work on the valve at the east end delayed pressure and water quality testing until later in the week; passing tests allowed removal of line stops over the weekend.
    • As a reminder, water around work zones is normal; crews perform controlled releases during flushing, testing and sampling before lines go online.
    • Along Taft, crews began digging between 28th and 29th streets to install pipeline south of the intersection and finished crossing 28th Street, which required a traffic flagger.
    • Crews continued mobilizing along the corridor between 18th and 29th streets, performing saw cutting, potholing and material and concrete delivery.

    Jan 8: Crews work to dig on Taft Avenue between 28th and 29th streets through cloudy winter weather

    Jan. 9: Crews put in temporary paving as they make progress and install lines

    Upcoming work Jan. 12-16

    • Fill holes where line stops were removed early in the week and open 29th Street further.
    • Install a fire hydrant just to the east of the intersection, requiring lane shifts for westbound traffic on 29th but no closures
    • Begin digging at 20th Street and the southern end to install waterline from south to north; expect some digging outside the road for new meter pits.
    • Set up temporary water service from Connecticut to 22nd Street by the end of the week (anticipated); if placed on temporary water, you will not be charged for water useage—leave a tap open to prevent freezing of more vulnerable temporary lines. Frozen lines delay progress and can affect water service.

    Looking forward

    • Heavy construction will focus on 18th–22nd and 25th–29th streets as crews install new 16-inch pipeline.
    • Detours in place now will continue.

    Working hours

    Weather permitting, work activities are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work needed.

    To contact the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org(External link).

    Thank you for your patience as we complete these improvements.

  • FOR RELEASE: North Taft Avenue to close to through traffic during next phase of Taft Avenue Water and Storm Improvements Project

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    City of Loveland, Colorado

    MEDIA RELEASE

    CONTACT: Tracey Hewson, Public Information Officer

    970-962-3710,
    Tracey.Hewson@cityofloveland.org

    North Taft Avenue to close to through traffic during next phase of Taft Avenue Water and Storm Improvements Project

    LOVELAND, Colo. – December 31, 2025 – The City of Loveland will begin the next phase of the North Taft Avenue Water and Storm Improvement Project next week, focusing on the corridor between 18th Street and 29th Street.

    Construction at the intersection of 29th Street and Taft Avenue is nearing completion. Crews are finishing the bottom lift of asphalt today, with the final lift scheduled for Friday.

    Beginning Monday, January 5, pipe and materials will be delivered along North Taft Avenue between 18th Street and 28th Street in preparation for upcoming work.

    Lane closures at the 29th Street and Taft Avenue intersection will remain in place until early next week. Taft Avenue will then be closed between 18th Street and 29th Street, with the northbound lane remaining open for local access to businesses and residences.

    Construction will generally take place between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday work as needed.

    Funding

    The project is primarily funded through enterprise funds for water and stormwater, which are supported by customer rates, charges and fees. In October 2025, the construction contract was awarded to T. Lowell Construction following a competitive bidding process. The winning bid estimated a total project cost of $7.093 million, including about $3.73 million for waterline work and $3.36 million for stormwater improvements. Additionally, the stormwater utility will receive $400,000 from enterprise transportation funds to support Lake Loveland bank restoration, which will benefit Taft Avenue.

    Stay Informed

    For project updates, including the option to sign up for weekly updates, detour maps and to ask questions or contact the project team visit letstalkloveland.org/taft-ave-water-storm-improvements.

    You may also email: UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org, or call 970-962-3521 (Water concerns) or 970-962-2773 (Stormwater concerns).

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    City of Loveland, Colorado

    MEDIA RELEASE

    CONTACT: Tracey Hewson, Public Information Officer

    970-962-3710,
    Tracey.Hewson@cityofloveland.org

    North Taft Avenue to close to through traffic during next phase of Taft Avenue Water and Storm Improvements Project

    LOVELAND, Colo. – December 31, 2025 – The City of Loveland will begin the next phase of the North Taft Avenue Water and Storm Improvement Project next week, focusing on the corridor between 18th Street and 29th Street.

    Construction at the intersection of 29th Street and Taft Avenue is nearing completion. Crews are finishing the bottom lift of asphalt today, with the final lift scheduled for Friday.

    Beginning Monday, January 5, pipe and materials will be delivered along North Taft Avenue between 18th Street and 28th Street in preparation for upcoming work.

    Lane closures at the 29th Street and Taft Avenue intersection will remain in place until early next week. Taft Avenue will then be closed between 18th Street and 29th Street, with the northbound lane remaining open for local access to businesses and residences.

    Construction will generally take place between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday work as needed.

    Funding

    The project is primarily funded through enterprise funds for water and stormwater, which are supported by customer rates, charges and fees. In October 2025, the construction contract was awarded to T. Lowell Construction following a competitive bidding process. The winning bid estimated a total project cost of $7.093 million, including about $3.73 million for waterline work and $3.36 million for stormwater improvements. Additionally, the stormwater utility will receive $400,000 from enterprise transportation funds to support Lake Loveland bank restoration, which will benefit Taft Avenue.

    Stay Informed

    For project updates, including the option to sign up for weekly updates, detour maps and to ask questions or contact the project team visit letstalkloveland.org/taft-ave-water-storm-improvements.

    You may also email: UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org, or call 970-962-3521 (Water concerns) or 970-962-2773 (Stormwater concerns).

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  • Construction Update: Dec. 22-31

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    Hello Loveland!

    Here are our project updates to date with a look at upcoming work.

    Progress Dec. 22-31

    • Starting Dec. 22, crews were busy laying 24-inch waterline on 29th Street and 16-inch waterline along Taft Avenue and connected the lines by week’s end.
      • Work slowed as crews approached the intersection because of a large amount of known and unknown underground utilities that prevented the use of conventional excavators. Crews were forced to carefully snake and construct the new waterlines around these utilities.
    • Since Monday, Dec. 29, crews have paved the bottom lift of asphalt in the intersection.
      • FYI: Asphalt pavements are not typically constructed in a single pour. Instead, they are built in successive layers (lifts) to achieve the required strength, support, and smoothness.
    • Waterlines are being filled and pressure tested today.
    • No work Jan. 1 for the New Year’s holiday.

    Dec. 23: Aerial view of crews working from both the east and west directions on 29th Street

    Dec. 31; First lift of asphalt in the intersection looking south on N. Taft Avenue

    Dec 26: Construction of 16” water line lowering under a 600 volt electrical duct bank

    Dec. 27: Connection of new 16” PVC water line into cross within the intersection

    Upcoming work Jan. 2-9

    • Jan. 2: Crews will finish the final lift of asphalt and disinfect new waterlines so they can go online.
    • Jan 5: Intersection lanes will reopen as work finishes and equipment moves out, though lane shifts may continue while hydrant and water service are installed east of the intersection. Pipe and materials will also be delivered along North Taft Avenue between 18th and 29th streets.
    • Jan. 6 or 7: Work shifts to Taft Avenue between 18th and 29th streets where crews will work both north and south in the work zone. Taft Avenue will close to through traffic in this area, with northbound local access only. Detours will be marked.

    Detours

    • Southbound traffic detours at 29th Street to U.S. 287 or Wilson Avenue.
    • Northbound traffic faces a soft closure at U.S. 34. Through traffic should detour to U.S. 287 or Wilson Avenue while local traffic needing access to homes or businesses on Taft Avenue will be allowed through. Traffic on Taft Avenue will be a northbound only in a single lane between 18th and 29th streets.

    Looking ahead

    Detours for through traffic on Taft Avenue will remain through June 2026. Local traffic can expect changes as work progresses and may reopen certain sections. Any changes or openings will be clearly marked.

    Working hours

    Weather permitting, work activities are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work needed.

    To contact the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your patience as we complete these improvements.

    Hello Loveland!

    Here are our project updates to date with a look at upcoming work.

    Progress Dec. 22-31

    • Starting Dec. 22, crews were busy laying 24-inch waterline on 29th Street and 16-inch waterline along Taft Avenue and connected the lines by week’s end.
      • Work slowed as crews approached the intersection because of a large amount of known and unknown underground utilities that prevented the use of conventional excavators. Crews were forced to carefully snake and construct the new waterlines around these utilities.
    • Since Monday, Dec. 29, crews have paved the bottom lift of asphalt in the intersection.
      • FYI: Asphalt pavements are not typically constructed in a single pour. Instead, they are built in successive layers (lifts) to achieve the required strength, support, and smoothness.
    • Waterlines are being filled and pressure tested today.
    • No work Jan. 1 for the New Year’s holiday.

    Dec. 23: Aerial view of crews working from both the east and west directions on 29th Street

    Dec. 31; First lift of asphalt in the intersection looking south on N. Taft Avenue

    Dec 26: Construction of 16” water line lowering under a 600 volt electrical duct bank

    Dec. 27: Connection of new 16” PVC water line into cross within the intersection

    Upcoming work Jan. 2-9

    • Jan. 2: Crews will finish the final lift of asphalt and disinfect new waterlines so they can go online.
    • Jan 5: Intersection lanes will reopen as work finishes and equipment moves out, though lane shifts may continue while hydrant and water service are installed east of the intersection. Pipe and materials will also be delivered along North Taft Avenue between 18th and 29th streets.
    • Jan. 6 or 7: Work shifts to Taft Avenue between 18th and 29th streets where crews will work both north and south in the work zone. Taft Avenue will close to through traffic in this area, with northbound local access only. Detours will be marked.

    Detours

    • Southbound traffic detours at 29th Street to U.S. 287 or Wilson Avenue.
    • Northbound traffic faces a soft closure at U.S. 34. Through traffic should detour to U.S. 287 or Wilson Avenue while local traffic needing access to homes or businesses on Taft Avenue will be allowed through. Traffic on Taft Avenue will be a northbound only in a single lane between 18th and 29th streets.

    Looking ahead

    Detours for through traffic on Taft Avenue will remain through June 2026. Local traffic can expect changes as work progresses and may reopen certain sections. Any changes or openings will be clearly marked.

    Working hours

    Weather permitting, work activities are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturday work needed.

    To contact the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your patience as we complete these improvements.

  • Weekly Construction Report: Dec. 12-19

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    Hello Loveland!

    Here are our project updates to date with a look at upcoming work.

    Progress Dec. 15-19

    • Work focused on all sides of the 29th Street and Taft Avenue intersection.
    • Crews worked from the outer edges of their zones toward the center near the intersection.
    • They excavated, trenched and installed a larger waterline on 29th Street.
    • Crews installed a new valve along N. Taft Avenue on the north side of the intersection.

    Installing a valve on N. Taft Avenue on Dec. 15

    29th Street: A crane lowers in line stop equipment on the west side of the intersection on Dec. 15

    Upcoming Work: Week of Dec. 22

    • Major waterline installation across the intersection will begin next week. All remaining waterline for the intersection work is expected to be laid during the week.
    • Two crews will be deployed, one laying remaining pipe east and west and another laying pipe north and south.
    • Once all waterlines are laid, line stops placed along the pipeline on 29th Street on either side of the intersection will be removed.
    • Traffic detours will be in place and clearly marked to guide drivers around the closures.
      • Drivers should avoid the intersection if possible.
      • Updated detour maps will be provided below for alternate routes.

    Northbound traffic on N. Taft Avenue will be restricted to a right turn onto 29th Street and will need to use Garfield Avenue and 37th Street to reconnect with Taft Avenue and continue north.


    Southbound traffic on N. Taft Avenue will encounter a hard closure at 29th Street and should detour earlier at 43rd Street to the west or 37th Street to the east around the construction. Local access to homes and businesses will be maintained along N. Taft Avenue between 37th Street and 29th Street.

    Traffic on 29th Street will be eastbound only through the intersection. Eastbound traffic on 29th Street will have limited or no access for right turns or southbound travel onto N. Taft Avenue.

    Westbound traffic on 29th Street will be restricted to a right turn onto N. Taft Avenue and will need to use 43rd Street to continue west.

    Looking ahead: Week of Dec. 29

    • Crews will pave and patch the intersection to prepare it for traffic again. As soon as they are able, weather permitting, they will reopen work zones and remove detours.

    Working hours

    Week of Dec. 22
    Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Crews will take Thursday, Dec. 25 off for the Christmas holiday. Work hours will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Week of Dec. 29
    Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Crews will take Thursday, Jan. 1 off for the New Year’s holiday. Work hours will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    To contact the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your patience as we complete these improvements.

    Hello Loveland!

    Here are our project updates to date with a look at upcoming work.

    Progress Dec. 15-19

    • Work focused on all sides of the 29th Street and Taft Avenue intersection.
    • Crews worked from the outer edges of their zones toward the center near the intersection.
    • They excavated, trenched and installed a larger waterline on 29th Street.
    • Crews installed a new valve along N. Taft Avenue on the north side of the intersection.

    Installing a valve on N. Taft Avenue on Dec. 15

    29th Street: A crane lowers in line stop equipment on the west side of the intersection on Dec. 15

    Upcoming Work: Week of Dec. 22

    • Major waterline installation across the intersection will begin next week. All remaining waterline for the intersection work is expected to be laid during the week.
    • Two crews will be deployed, one laying remaining pipe east and west and another laying pipe north and south.
    • Once all waterlines are laid, line stops placed along the pipeline on 29th Street on either side of the intersection will be removed.
    • Traffic detours will be in place and clearly marked to guide drivers around the closures.
      • Drivers should avoid the intersection if possible.
      • Updated detour maps will be provided below for alternate routes.

    Northbound traffic on N. Taft Avenue will be restricted to a right turn onto 29th Street and will need to use Garfield Avenue and 37th Street to reconnect with Taft Avenue and continue north.


    Southbound traffic on N. Taft Avenue will encounter a hard closure at 29th Street and should detour earlier at 43rd Street to the west or 37th Street to the east around the construction. Local access to homes and businesses will be maintained along N. Taft Avenue between 37th Street and 29th Street.

    Traffic on 29th Street will be eastbound only through the intersection. Eastbound traffic on 29th Street will have limited or no access for right turns or southbound travel onto N. Taft Avenue.

    Westbound traffic on 29th Street will be restricted to a right turn onto N. Taft Avenue and will need to use 43rd Street to continue west.

    Looking ahead: Week of Dec. 29

    • Crews will pave and patch the intersection to prepare it for traffic again. As soon as they are able, weather permitting, they will reopen work zones and remove detours.

    Working hours

    Week of Dec. 22
    Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Crews will take Thursday, Dec. 25 off for the Christmas holiday. Work hours will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Week of Dec. 29
    Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Crews will take Thursday, Jan. 1 off for the New Year’s holiday. Work hours will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    To contact the project team, call 970-962-3521 or email UtilitiesInfo@cityofloveland.org.

    Thank you for your patience as we complete these improvements.

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