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FAQ
Roundabout Video 
8/30/15
To learn more about navigating a roundabout, please view our video.
Walkable Downtowns Draw Companies & Talent 
August 20, 2015
Learn how Walkable Downtowns are drawing companies and talent across the United States.
North Union Street Art Walk Brightens Up Downtown 
4/20/15
Many North Union Street storefronts will receive a facelift as artwork by several local artists will “decorate” their windows.

Moving Foward
Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB) 
11-21-16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation project includes four Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons that enhance safety at unsignalized intersections and mid-block pedestrian crossings by increasing driver awareness of potential pedestrian conflicts.
Project Update 11-14-16 
11-14-16
A final project update for the week of November 14, 2016, detailing the work taking place along North Union Street as part of the North Union Complete Street Transformation Project.
Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project 
10-18-16
Residents are invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project that will take place in front of the Olean Municipal Building on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 2 p.m.
GOACC announces $125,000 fundraising campaign for Santa Claus Lane 
10-14-17
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and its Santa Claus Lane Committee have launched a fundraising campaign to provide Santa Claus Lane financial support in perpetuity.
Landscaping North Union Street 
9-5-16
The plantings along North Union Street are comprised of four different types of trees, eight types of shrubs, five grasses and 11 perennials.
Pedestrians and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
7-22-16
Since roundabouts are new for our community, they bring some changes in how pedestrians must approach walking the streets of downtown Olean. Learn some tips for pedestrians entering a roundabout.
Parking Map 
6-28-16
Support your local businesses and take advantage of the numerous parking options in downtown Olean.
Bicyclists and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
6-30-16
Now that roundabouts are part of North Union Street, it is important to recognize that this new street configuration is designed to accommodate cars, pedestrians AND bicyclists.
Rain Gardens Take Shape As Part of the Walkable Olean Project 
5-10-16
While major construction is underway along the south section of North Union Street, a project equally important has commenced on the north section of North Union Street – specifically the planning and planting of rain gardens (or biorentention basins) in the bump-outs.
Construction Guide 2016 
2/28/16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation Project is getting ready to start again. To prepare the community for the coming months and understand how the construction process will work – we’ve provided a construction guide.
Roundabout Video 
8/30/15
To learn more about navigating a roundabout, please view our video.
Walkable Downtowns Draw Companies & Talent 
August 20, 2015
Learn how Walkable Downtowns are drawing companies and talent across the United States.
Walkable Olean Project Plans (Railroad to Main Street) 
7-27-15
Updated Project Plans for Walkable Olean - Railroad to Main Street.
OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015 
5/1/15
Great news as the OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015.
North Union Street Art Walk Brightens Up Downtown 
4/20/15
Many North Union Street storefronts will receive a facelift as artwork by several local artists will “decorate” their windows.
City Announcement 
3/30/19
City Announces Change to Traffic Control on North First and Wayne Streets.
Project Update 
5/30/14
The North Union Street schedule is taking shape and the final design will be completed in late June.
Traffic Control 
5/31/14
The suggested schedule for construction includes starting with the railroad crossing, converting it to one-lane in each direction.
Walkable Olean Fact Sheet 
01/16/2014
The Walkable Olean Project will rebuild our crumbling water lines, sewer lines, and lighting infrastructure, as well as restore downtown North Union with traffic safety improvements and beautification investments. This is an $8.8 million project, funded with a $6.5 million federal grant (TIGER grant), $1.2 million City capital funds, and $1.1 million State/private funds.

News
Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB) 
11-21-16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation project includes four Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons that enhance safety at unsignalized intersections and mid-block pedestrian crossings by increasing driver awareness of potential pedestrian conflicts.
Project Update 11-14-16 
11-14-16
A final project update for the week of November 14, 2016, detailing the work taking place along North Union Street as part of the North Union Complete Street Transformation Project.
Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project 
10-18-16
Residents are invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project that will take place in front of the Olean Municipal Building on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 2 p.m.
GOACC announces $125,000 fundraising campaign for Santa Claus Lane 
10-14-17
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and its Santa Claus Lane Committee have launched a fundraising campaign to provide Santa Claus Lane financial support in perpetuity.
Landscaping North Union Street 
9-5-16
The plantings along North Union Street are comprised of four different types of trees, eight types of shrubs, five grasses and 11 perennials.
Pedestrians and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
7-22-16
Since roundabouts are new for our community, they bring some changes in how pedestrians must approach walking the streets of downtown Olean. Learn some tips for pedestrians entering a roundabout.
Parking Map 
6-28-16
Support your local businesses and take advantage of the numerous parking options in downtown Olean.
Bicyclists and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
6-30-16
Now that roundabouts are part of North Union Street, it is important to recognize that this new street configuration is designed to accommodate cars, pedestrians AND bicyclists.
Rain Gardens Take Shape As Part of the Walkable Olean Project 
5-10-16
While major construction is underway along the south section of North Union Street, a project equally important has commenced on the north section of North Union Street – specifically the planning and planting of rain gardens (or biorentention basins) in the bump-outs.
Construction Guide 2016 
2/28/16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation Project is getting ready to start again. To prepare the community for the coming months and understand how the construction process will work – we’ve provided a construction guide.
Project Update November 2015 
11/25/15
Work on North Union Street is essentially finished for 2015. The contractor is expected to install the new streetlights when they are delivered in December or January.
Roundabout Video 
8/30/15
To learn more about navigating a roundabout, please view our video.
Walkable Downtowns Draw Companies & Talent 
August 20, 2015
Learn how Walkable Downtowns are drawing companies and talent across the United States.
Walkable Olean Project Plans (Railroad to Main Street) 
7-27-15
Updated Project Plans for Walkable Olean - Railroad to Main Street.
OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015 
5/1/15
Great news as the OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015.
North Union Street Art Walk Brightens Up Downtown 
4/20/15
Many North Union Street storefronts will receive a facelift as artwork by several local artists will “decorate” their windows.
City Announcement 
3/30/19
City Announces Change to Traffic Control on North First and Wayne Streets.
Project Update 
5/30/14
The North Union Street schedule is taking shape and the final design will be completed in late June.
Traffic Control 
5/31/14
The suggested schedule for construction includes starting with the railroad crossing, converting it to one-lane in each direction.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting 
May 15, 2014
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Olean Municipal Building.
How To Navigate a Roundabout 
4/30/2014
How do I navigate a roundabout? This video will help residents understand the best ways to drive, walk and bike through roundabouts.
Design Elements 
4/28/14
Design Elements for the North Union Complete Street Transformation Project.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting 
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Olean Municipal Building.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting 
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Olean Municipal Building.
Public Information Meeting 
Public Information Meeting on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Olean Municipal Building.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting 
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Olean Municipal Building.
MERCHANT MEETING 
North Union Street Merchant Meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 8 a.m. in the Magnano Reception Room off the Cutco Theater of the Olean campus of Jamestown Community College.
Walkable Olean Fact Sheet 
01/16/2014
The Walkable Olean Project will rebuild our crumbling water lines, sewer lines, and lighting infrastructure, as well as restore downtown North Union with traffic safety improvements and beautification investments. This is an $8.8 million project, funded with a $6.5 million federal grant (TIGER grant), $1.2 million City capital funds, and $1.1 million State/private funds.
Olean's Winning TIGER 
9/16/2013
Read the complete TIGER application here -- including the Benefit Cost Analysis that justified Olean's amazing award.
Olean Wins $6.5 Million to Implement Transformation 
Sept 6, 2013
Traffic Calming and Walkability Drive Economic Renewal

Project Status
Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB) 
11-21-16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation project includes four Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons that enhance safety at unsignalized intersections and mid-block pedestrian crossings by increasing driver awareness of potential pedestrian conflicts.
Project Update 11-14-16 
11-14-16
A final project update for the week of November 14, 2016, detailing the work taking place along North Union Street as part of the North Union Complete Street Transformation Project.
Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project 
10-18-16
Residents are invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project that will take place in front of the Olean Municipal Building on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 2 p.m.
GOACC announces $125,000 fundraising campaign for Santa Claus Lane 
10-14-17
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and its Santa Claus Lane Committee have launched a fundraising campaign to provide Santa Claus Lane financial support in perpetuity.
Landscaping North Union Street 
9-5-16
The plantings along North Union Street are comprised of four different types of trees, eight types of shrubs, five grasses and 11 perennials.
Pedestrians and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
7-22-16
Since roundabouts are new for our community, they bring some changes in how pedestrians must approach walking the streets of downtown Olean. Learn some tips for pedestrians entering a roundabout.
Parking Map 
6-28-16
Support your local businesses and take advantage of the numerous parking options in downtown Olean.
Bicyclists and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
6-30-16
Now that roundabouts are part of North Union Street, it is important to recognize that this new street configuration is designed to accommodate cars, pedestrians AND bicyclists.
Rain Gardens Take Shape As Part of the Walkable Olean Project 
5-10-16
While major construction is underway along the south section of North Union Street, a project equally important has commenced on the north section of North Union Street – specifically the planning and planting of rain gardens (or biorentention basins) in the bump-outs.
Construction Guide 2016 
2/28/16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation Project is getting ready to start again. To prepare the community for the coming months and understand how the construction process will work – we’ve provided a construction guide.
Project Update November 2015 
11/25/15
Work on North Union Street is essentially finished for 2015. The contractor is expected to install the new streetlights when they are delivered in December or January.
Roundabout Video 
8/30/15
To learn more about navigating a roundabout, please view our video.
Walkable Olean Project Plans (Railroad to Main Street) 
7-27-15
Updated Project Plans for Walkable Olean - Railroad to Main Street.
OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015 
5/1/15
Great news as the OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015.
North Union Street Art Walk Brightens Up Downtown 
4/20/15
Many North Union Street storefronts will receive a facelift as artwork by several local artists will “decorate” their windows.
City Announcement 
3/30/19
City Announces Change to Traffic Control on North First and Wayne Streets.
Project Update 
5/30/14
The North Union Street schedule is taking shape and the final design will be completed in late June.
Traffic Control 
5/31/14
The suggested schedule for construction includes starting with the railroad crossing, converting it to one-lane in each direction.
Walkable Olean Fact Sheet 
01/16/2014
The Walkable Olean Project will rebuild our crumbling water lines, sewer lines, and lighting infrastructure, as well as restore downtown North Union with traffic safety improvements and beautification investments. This is an $8.8 million project, funded with a $6.5 million federal grant (TIGER grant), $1.2 million City capital funds, and $1.1 million State/private funds.
Olean's Winning TIGER 
9/16/2013
Read the complete TIGER application here -- including the Benefit Cost Analysis that justified Olean's amazing award.
Pros & Cons – Four Ideas. One Emerged. 
05/29/13
Four streetscape concepts were presented in February with discussion & public voting. This article describes why one concept rose to the top.
Focus Group Summary: Something Must Be Done 
January 30, 2013
Our design consultants met with Transportation Experts, Business Owners and General Users of North Union Street in mid-January. All agreed that something must be done.

Vision
Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB) 
11-21-16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation project includes four Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons that enhance safety at unsignalized intersections and mid-block pedestrian crossings by increasing driver awareness of potential pedestrian conflicts.
Project Update 11-14-16 
11-14-16
A final project update for the week of November 14, 2016, detailing the work taking place along North Union Street as part of the North Union Complete Street Transformation Project.
Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project 
10-18-16
Residents are invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project that will take place in front of the Olean Municipal Building on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 2 p.m.
GOACC announces $125,000 fundraising campaign for Santa Claus Lane 
10-14-17
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and its Santa Claus Lane Committee have launched a fundraising campaign to provide Santa Claus Lane financial support in perpetuity.
Landscaping North Union Street 
9-5-16
The plantings along North Union Street are comprised of four different types of trees, eight types of shrubs, five grasses and 11 perennials.
Pedestrians and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
7-22-16
Since roundabouts are new for our community, they bring some changes in how pedestrians must approach walking the streets of downtown Olean. Learn some tips for pedestrians entering a roundabout.
Parking Map 
6-28-16
Support your local businesses and take advantage of the numerous parking options in downtown Olean.
Bicyclists and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
6-30-16
Now that roundabouts are part of North Union Street, it is important to recognize that this new street configuration is designed to accommodate cars, pedestrians AND bicyclists.
Rain Gardens Take Shape As Part of the Walkable Olean Project 
5-10-16
While major construction is underway along the south section of North Union Street, a project equally important has commenced on the north section of North Union Street – specifically the planning and planting of rain gardens (or biorentention basins) in the bump-outs.
Construction Guide 2016 
2/28/16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation Project is getting ready to start again. To prepare the community for the coming months and understand how the construction process will work – we’ve provided a construction guide.
Project Update November 2015 
11/25/15
Work on North Union Street is essentially finished for 2015. The contractor is expected to install the new streetlights when they are delivered in December or January.
Roundabout Video 
8/30/15
To learn more about navigating a roundabout, please view our video.
Walkable Downtowns Draw Companies & Talent 
August 20, 2015
Learn how Walkable Downtowns are drawing companies and talent across the United States.
Walkable Olean Project Plans (Railroad to Main Street) 
7-27-15
Updated Project Plans for Walkable Olean - Railroad to Main Street.
OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015 
5/1/15
Great news as the OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015.
City Announcement 
3/30/19
City Announces Change to Traffic Control on North First and Wayne Streets.
Project Update 
5/30/14
The North Union Street schedule is taking shape and the final design will be completed in late June.
Traffic Control 
5/31/14
The suggested schedule for construction includes starting with the railroad crossing, converting it to one-lane in each direction.
How To Navigate a Roundabout 
4/30/2014
How do I navigate a roundabout? This video will help residents understand the best ways to drive, walk and bike through roundabouts.
Design Elements 
4/28/14
Design Elements for the North Union Complete Street Transformation Project.
Walkable Olean Fact Sheet 
01/16/2014
The Walkable Olean Project will rebuild our crumbling water lines, sewer lines, and lighting infrastructure, as well as restore downtown North Union with traffic safety improvements and beautification investments. This is an $8.8 million project, funded with a $6.5 million federal grant (TIGER grant), $1.2 million City capital funds, and $1.1 million State/private funds.
The Walkable Olean Vision 
It's about Economic Development. See the presentations and original renderings here.
Chuck Banas -- Walkable Olean Report 
Click here to find the Walkable Olean booklet by sections, easy for quick download or in high-resolution print quality.
FAQ- Walkable Olean 
02/14/2013
Hey, Roseanne Roseannadanna never hestitated to ask and you shouldn't either!

Walkable Olean Replies
MS from Olean, JL from Rochester 
Feb 22, 2013
Concerns about angle parking, love of Olean
DE, DM & CB all from Olean 
Feb 22, 2013
Can we afford this? Bike lane design -- preference for Option #3.
LE, LK and DW, all from Olean 
Feb 22, 2013
Two are "for it", one's against. Great design input!
MC & BS from Olean, AK from Allegany 
Feb 22, 2013
Why change a thing? What about fire trucks? Concern about bike lanes and parking.
SS from Olean, LR, and JM from Olean 
Feb 22, 2013
Futuristic design ideas followed by practicle concerns for trucks & deliveries
CH from Portville 
Feb 22, 2013
The big one: why is this a priority project?
JY, AC from PA, two CC's from Olean 
Feb 22, 2013
Some great and creative design ideas... and one skeptic

Best Practices
Project Update November 2015 
11/25/15
Work on North Union Street is essentially finished for 2015. The contractor is expected to install the new streetlights when they are delivered in December or January.
Walkable Downtowns Draw Companies & Talent 
August 20, 2015
Learn how Walkable Downtowns are drawing companies and talent across the United States.
How To Navigate a Roundabout 
4/30/2014
How do I navigate a roundabout? This video will help residents understand the best ways to drive, walk and bike through roundabouts.
Design Elements 
4/28/14
Design Elements for the North Union Complete Street Transformation Project.
Complete Streets and Walkable Communities - On Trend Now 
Sept 8, 2013
Short videos demonstrate the timeliness of the North Union Street Restoration. Planners and developers nationwide are racing to implement Complete Streets because that's what drives property value and community vibrancy.
A Return to Traditional Town Planning 
Sept 8, 2013
These short videos explain the elements of town planning that aim to restore the value of villages and cities while providing more housing and transportation choices.
The Payback Calculation for Traffic Calming 
Sept 8, 2013
Finally, a readable, understandable explanation how to calculate whether traffic calming will save taxpayers money. Also: A case study of traffic calming that business owners liked.
20 Ingredients of an Outstanding Downtown 
A presentation from Canada full of tips, tricks, facts and stats about how to make a thriving retail and restaurant downtown.

Events
Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB) 
11-21-16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation project includes four Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons that enhance safety at unsignalized intersections and mid-block pedestrian crossings by increasing driver awareness of potential pedestrian conflicts.
Project Update 11-14-16 
11-14-16
A final project update for the week of November 14, 2016, detailing the work taking place along North Union Street as part of the North Union Complete Street Transformation Project.
Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project 
10-18-16
Residents are invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Walkable Olean North Union Street Transformation Project that will take place in front of the Olean Municipal Building on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 2 p.m.
GOACC announces $125,000 fundraising campaign for Santa Claus Lane 
10-14-17
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and its Santa Claus Lane Committee have launched a fundraising campaign to provide Santa Claus Lane financial support in perpetuity.
Landscaping North Union Street 
9-5-16
The plantings along North Union Street are comprised of four different types of trees, eight types of shrubs, five grasses and 11 perennials.
Pedestrians and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
7-22-16
Since roundabouts are new for our community, they bring some changes in how pedestrians must approach walking the streets of downtown Olean. Learn some tips for pedestrians entering a roundabout.
Parking Map 
6-28-16
Support your local businesses and take advantage of the numerous parking options in downtown Olean.
Bicyclists and Roundabouts: A How-To Guide 
6-30-16
Now that roundabouts are part of North Union Street, it is important to recognize that this new street configuration is designed to accommodate cars, pedestrians AND bicyclists.
Rain Gardens Take Shape As Part of the Walkable Olean Project 
5-10-16
While major construction is underway along the south section of North Union Street, a project equally important has commenced on the north section of North Union Street – specifically the planning and planting of rain gardens (or biorentention basins) in the bump-outs.
Construction Guide 2016 
2/28/16
The North Union Complete Street Transformation Project is getting ready to start again. To prepare the community for the coming months and understand how the construction process will work – we’ve provided a construction guide.
Project Update November 2015 
11/25/15
Work on North Union Street is essentially finished for 2015. The contractor is expected to install the new streetlights when they are delivered in December or January.
Roundabout Video 
8/30/15
To learn more about navigating a roundabout, please view our video.
Walkable Downtowns Draw Companies & Talent 
August 20, 2015
Learn how Walkable Downtowns are drawing companies and talent across the United States.
Walkable Olean Project Plans (Railroad to Main Street) 
7-27-15
Updated Project Plans for Walkable Olean - Railroad to Main Street.
OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015 
5/1/15
Great news as the OATS Circulator Route starts Friday, May 1, 2015.
City Announcement 
3/30/19
City Announces Change to Traffic Control on North First and Wayne Streets.
No Meetings Scheduled At This Time 
7/14/14
There are no meetings currently scheduled. Please check back regularly for updates.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting 
May 15, 2014
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Olean Municipal Building.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting 
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Olean Municipal Building.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting 
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Olean Municipal Building.
Public Information Meeting 
Public Information Meeting on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Olean Municipal Building.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting 
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Olean Municipal Building.
MERCHANT MEETING 
North Union Street Merchant Meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 8 a.m. in the Magnano Reception Room off the Cutco Theater of the Olean campus of Jamestown Community College.
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING 
09/18/2013
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2013 AT 5:00 P.M. in the Common Council Chambers
Olean's Winning TIGER 
9/16/2013
Read the complete TIGER application here -- including the Benefit Cost Analysis that justified Olean's amazing award.
City Council TIGER Presentation - Sept 24th 
09/27/2013
About 75 people joined the Alderman to have questions answered by Hatch Mott MacDonald Engineer, Jeff Lebsack.
North Union Street Public Meeting #2 Feb.13, 2013 
2/11/13
The City of Olean hosted an evening meeting from 6-8:30PM on Wednesday, February 13th to provide information about the North Union streetscape design options.
North Union Street Restoration Committee Meeting #1 - December 17, 2012 6:00 pm 
North Union Street Summit was at 6:00 p.m at the John Ash Community Building at 112 North Barry Street on Monday, December 17, 2012.The City hosted this meeting to provide information on the North Union Streetscape Design Project and is soliciting input from the public.
Dan Burden Walkability Audit and Presentation – October 15th, 2012 
This presentation will highlight what makes a community more walkable and attractive to people and businesses.
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