Pioneer Road Update

What's happening on Pioneer Road? I thought we fixed this last year? How long will this take? These are some of the questions the Town of New Glarus has been fielding over the past week. Construction began July 6th to flatten a section of Pioneer Road, between Titus Lane and Hustad Valley Road. 
The natural characteristics of this area of road earned it the nickname The Launch Pad. Thrill seekers have been known to drive fast up the hill and become airborne as they hit the bump. Skid marks on the opposite side are proof of the potential danger awaiting these motorists as they meet oncoming cars. By leveling the area, the Town hopes to improve safety along that stretch of road.
Last year the Town completed reconstruction of Pioneer Road from County Highway O to just before Titus Lane. This year's project is being completed almost entirely in-house, with only the blacktopping being outsourced. This means significant cost savings to Town residents. Work is estimated to be completed by the end of July. Other projects to watch for in the Town of New Glarus include sealcoating Old Madison Road before the end of the month, and in August the Town plans to pulverize and repave Edelweiss Road. Both projects will require temporary road closures. Residents are encouraged to watch the Town's website www.tn.newglarus.wi.gov for timely updates on these projects.