Calder Way Project Update May 7, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week the contractor, TerraWorks, continued the installation of sanitary sewer lines from South Burrowes Street to Cresson Alley. Next week the installation of sanitary sewer lines will continue as well as the install of a storm structure and conduit.

Restrictions will remain along South Burrowes Street. A bypass pump system also needs to be installed in Cresson Alley for the replacement of sanitary sewer lines to continue. Those exiting the Graduate and Echelon will be able to utilize exits as normal and go around the bypass system.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

The Borough wants to emphasize that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you, 

Tristan Klinefelter 

Calder Way Public Relations Representative 

Borough of State College 

243 S. Allen Street 

State College, PA 16801 

(814) 680-4468 

Calder Way Project Update April 30, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week the contractor, TerraWorks, began the installation of sanitary sewer lines and conduit between South Burrowes Street and Cresson Alley. On Friday, May 1st, the section from Miller Alley to South Burrowes Street will be paved. However, the area will remain closed and be used as a staging area for equipment and supplies.

Next week the work will continue between South Burrowes Street and Cresson Alley. To start the week a lane restriction will remain along South Burrowes Street.

The contractor will work Monday through Thursday, with no work being done on May 8th as this is the first day of Penn States Spring Commencement.

The Borough wants to emphasize that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you, 

Tristan Klinefelter 

Calder Way Public Relations Representative 

Borough of State College 

243 S. Allen Street 

State College, PA 16801 

(814) 680-4468 

Calder Way Project Update April 23, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week the contractor, TerraWorks, worked on several waterline connections in the intersection of West Calder Way and South Burrowes Street. The contractor also began the removal of the old water main from Miller Alley to South Burrowes, as well as the installation of conduit and a stormwater structure.

No work will be done on site, Friday, April 24th due to Blue-White Weekend. Work will resume on Monday, April 27th.

Next week, South Burrowes Street to Cresson Alley will be closed so that work can begin on sanitary sewer mains in this area. A bypass pumping system will need to be setup in the area from South Burrowes Street to Cresson Alley resulting in a restriction along South Burrowes Street while bypass pumping is taking place. Miller Alley to South Burrowes Street will remain closed and the contractor plans to begin placing asphalt along this section next week, weather permitting.

The contractor is asking that South Fraser Street to Miller Alley be used for deliveries only.

Parking for the James M. Elliot building will be impacted; validations have been sent to Penn State with instructions on how to use the validations as well as where to park during this time.

The Borough wants to emphasize that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at

Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you, 

Tristan Klinefelter 

Calder Way Public Relations Representative 

Borough of State College 

243 S. Allen Street 

State College, PA 16801 

(814) 680-4468 

Calder Way Project Update April 16, 2025

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week the contractor, TerraWorks worked on several tasks including conduit, water and paving. Ameron Construction was also on site this week pouring the stamped concrete sidewalk outside of Planet Fitness.

The loading dock at the Fraser Centre will be open beginning Friday, April 17. The contractor will be placing signs as they would like the section from South Fraser Street to Miller Alley to be used for deliveries only. With the area opening, parking passes will also soon be collected so employees can return to parking in their designated spaces. I will be in contact with individuals when we are ready to collect them.

Next week the contractor will begin restoration on the sidewalk between Sweet Tooth Bakery and 298 West Calder Way. Due to the restoration work, sidewalk closure signs will be placed directing pedestrians to New Alley. Those going to 119 South Burrowes Street will have access to the building.

Water line replacement will also be occurring on South Burrowes Street. With this work, a lane restriction will be in place beginning Monday, April 20 and last until at least Wednesday afternoon. Those impacted by the water work have been notified individually by the contractor and the water authority.

The Borough wants to emphasize that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you, 

Tristan Klinefelter 

Calder Way Public Relations Representative 

Borough of State College 

243 S. Allen Street 

State College, PA 16801 

(814) 680-4468 

Calder Way Project Update April 13, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

On Tuesday, April 14, there will be a lane restriction on South Fraser Street while the contractor paves Calder Way from South Fraser Street to the intersection of Miller Alley.

There will also be a lane restriction along South Burrowes Street on Tuesday, April 14, as the contractor continues working on the water line in the area.

The Borough wants to emphasize that the work is not finished in this area. The contractor will return for final restoration.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you, 

Tristan Klinefelter 

Calder Way Public Relations Representative 

Borough of State College 

243 S. Allen Street 

State College, PA 16801 

(814) 680-4468 

Calder Way Project Update April 9, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week the contractor, TerraWorks, has continued the installation of conduits from South Fraser Street to Miller Alley. The removal of the old water main also began in the area. On Monday, April 13, 2026, asphalt paving will begin from South Fraser Street to Miller Alley along with a concrete crew working on restoration of the stamped concrete sidewalk along Calder Way.

Barring no major unforeseen occurrence and no major weather events, Friday, April 17, the loading dock at the Fraser Centre will be opened. Vehicular traffic from Miller Alley to South Burrowes Street will remain closed.

Conduit installation and the removal of old water main will continue next week from Miller Alley to South Burrowes Street. The contractor will also begin restoration on the sidewalk between Sweet Tooth Bakery and 298 West Calder Way. Due to the restoration work, sidewalk closure signs will be placed directing pedestrians to New Alley. Those going to 298 West Calder Way will have access to the building.

Additionally, the contractor is planning to cross South Burrowes Street on Monday to work on waterlines. Access to the upper parking deck at the James M. Elliot Building (120 S Burrowes St), will remain open at this time. Employees can utilize Cresson Alley to gain access to the parking deck. On Tuesday a one lane restriction will be implemented on South Burrowes Street so the contractor can work within the intersection. Flaggers will be in place to help navigate traffic.

Attached to this email is a map showing the current closures as of Thursday, April 9. Once the crew moves down into the next section more correspondence and an updated map will be sent.

The Borough wants to emphasize that the work is not finished in this area. The contractor will have to return for final restoration.

The Borough wants to emphasize that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you, 

Tristan Klinefelter 

Calder Way Public Relations Representative 

Borough of State College 

243 S. Allen Street 

State College, PA 16801 

(814) 680-4468 

Calder Way Project Update April 2, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week the contractor, TerraWorks completed service connections in the buildings between South Fraser Street and South Burrowes Street. With the completion of service connections, water and sanitary sewer is complete between South Fraser Street and South Burrowes Street.

Conduit installation between South Fraser Street and South Burrowes Street began this week and will continue into next week. The contractor will also begin restoration in the area. This includes pouring the curb and sidewalk. The contractor will also begin removing the old water main.

Calder Way from South Fraser Street to Burrowes Street remains closed to vehicular traffic. The loading dock at the Fraser Centre also remains closed. For delivery purposes, shipments can still be made via Beaver Avenue, South Fraser Street, or Miller Alley. However, drivers will need to use New Alley to exit to Burrowes Street if they are unloaded on Miller Alley.

The Borough wants to emphasize that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you, 

Tristan Klinefelter 

Calder Way Public Relations Representative 

Borough of State College 

243 S. Allen Street 

State College, PA 16801 

(814) 680-4468 

Calder Way Project Updated March 26, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week, the contractor (Terra Works) completed water line installation from South Fraser Street to South Burrowes Street. With the installation of the new water lines, samples of the water have been taken to the State College Borough Water Authority for bacteria testing. Two samples must come back clean before services can be transferred. The transfer process began this week.

The contractor has pre-excavated holes, and on Monday, the service transfer from old utilities to the new lines will begin. Any businesses with anticipated service interruptions will be notified by the contractor and the water authority.

Refuse containers will return to the rear of 220 West College Avenue, as the contractor completed the installation of the second storm inlet structure at the intersection of Miller Alley. Borough refuse will empty the cans, return them to the previous location and clean up any mess that was made.

Next week, concrete restoration will begin for parts of the project area, water services connections will be made, and the installation of electric conduit will begin.

Calder Way from South Fraser Street to Burrowes Street remains closed to vehicular traffic. The loading dock at the Fraser Centre also remains closed. For delivery purposes, shipments can still be made via Beaver Avenue, South Fraser Street, or Miller Alley. However, drivers will need to use New Alley to exit towards Burrowes Street, if they unload on Miller Alley.

The Borough emphasizes that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit the Calder Way Project page for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you,

Tristan Klinefelter

Calder Way Public Relations Representative

Borough of State College

243 S. Allen Street

State College, PA 16801

(814) 680-4468

Calder Way Project Updated March 19, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week the Phase 2 contractor, TerraWorks continued installing water lines from South Fraser Street to South Burrowes Street. The contractor also installed the first stormwater structure closest to South Fraser Street.

Next week the contractor is tentatively planning on installing water service lines to the buildings between South Fraser Street and South Burrowes Street. They are also planning to install the second stormwater structure at the end of Miller Alley. Borough staff were notified that this installation of the stormwater structure may take more than a day, which may result in some changes to refuse collection. Brough staff and the contractor are meeting early Monday morning, and correspondence will follow for anyone who may be impacted.

Calder Way from South Fraser Street to Burrowes Street remains closed to vehicular traffic. The loading dock at the Fraser Centre also remains closed. For delivery purposes, shipments can still be made via Beaver Avenue, South Fraser Street, or Miller Alley. However, drivers will need to use New Alley to exit to Burrowes Street if they are unloaded on Miller Alley.

The Borough wants to emphasize that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Improvement Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates.

Thank you,

Tristan Klinefelter

Calder Way Public Relations Representative

Borough of State College

243 S. Allen Street

State College, PA 16801

(814) 680-4468

Calder Way Project Updated March 13, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project.

This past week the contractor, TerraWorks continued to install new water lines in the section of Calder Way from South Fraser Street to South Burrowes Street. New water main was also installed at the intersection of South Burrowes Street and Calder Way. Throughout this week, South Burrowes Street was closed so this work could be completed. South Burrowes Street is now open and beginning next week crews will continue installing water lines from South Fraser Street to South Burrowes Street and connect what was replaced this past week.

Calder Way from South Fraser Street to Burrowes Street remains closed to vehicular traffic. The loading dock at the Fraser Centre also remains closed.  For delivery purposes, shipments can still be made via Beaver Avenue, South Fraser Street, or Miller Alley. However, drivers will need to use New Alley to exit to Burrowes Street if they are unloaded on Miller Alley.  

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.  Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Visit the Calder Way Project Page for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Improvement Project. You can also contact me directly at mailto:Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact the Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Improvement Project updates. 

Thank you,

Tristan Klinefelter

Calder Way Public Relations Representative

Borough of State College

243 S. Allen Street

State College, PA 16801

(814) 680-4468

Calder Way Project Updated March 5, 2026

Dear property owners, business managers, and other stakeholders:

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Project.

This past week TerraWorks completed sanitary sewer replacement from South Fraser Street to South Burrowes Street. In total, 8 sewer laterals were replaced & 3 abandoned lines were removed. The contractor also began replacing water lines this week, which will continue next week.

Calder Way from South Fraser Street to Burrowes Street remains closed to vehicular traffic. With PSU Spring Break, next week, South Burrowes Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. between New Alley and West College Avenue (Local Traffic Only). Please refer to the attached map for the closure.

For delivery purposes, shipments can still be made via Beaver Avenue, South Fraser Street, or Miller Alley. New Alley will remain open to local traffic and deliveries.

The Borough wants to emphasize that primary communications will be sent via email through the Calder Way Communications list. Weekly updates will be provided on Thursday afternoons, and there will be times you will receive more than one update per week as conditions change.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. For assistance after hours please contact The Centre County non-emergency line at 1-800-479-0050 and request to speak with the On Call Public Works Supervisor.

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Project updates.

THON Weekend Update from the State College Police Department

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February 16, 2026

Dear Resident,

We are writing for your assistance and cooperation with a very important matter to the State College/Penn State community. In past years, the weekend between THON and Spring Break has been a challenge, resulting in more crime, more criminal arrests, and more alcohol overdoses than a typical winter weekend.

Many who engaged in excessive drinking were from out of town and were visiting students and residents living in State College. As a result, we had many problems with the number and severity of alcohol violations, noise complaints, vandalism, and fights in apartment buildings and through the community during this particular weekend.

As tenants, we are seeking your assistance in helping keep the weekend safe and peaceful. You play a critical role. Some of the ways which you can help include:

• Limit the number of guests to your apartment or house;

• Prevent guests from yelling or throwing items off your balcony or from your house;

• Do not permit anyone less than 21 years of age to consume alcohol at your apartment or house. You can be arrested if anyone under 21 years old consumes alcohol at your apartment or house;

• Do not serve large quantities of alcohol at your apartment or house;

• Keep any music or other noise in your residence at reasonable levels. Noise violations will be strictly enforced all hours of the day and night. The minimum fine for a noise violation is $750.00 plus court costs.

• Ensure the exterior of your property is free of litter or trash, such as plastic cups, beer cans, food containers, etc.

Though the conditions have significantly improved in recent years, to assure safety in our community, the State College Police Department will be working with surrounding local police departments to provide a substantial police presence. All officers will assertively patrol for violations of the law. During the weekend, officers will focus enforcement on apartment buildings and other rental properties in the downtown and the adjacent neighborhoods. Some police officers will be working uniformed patrols details, while others will be working in plain clothes.

In addition, the State College Police Department will be working closely with your rental property managers and their staff. Many rental property owners or managers will have extra staff patrolling the apartment hallways. Disorderly conduct and other unlawful activities in apartments or houses will be reported to the State College Police Department and strictly enforced. Police officers will also be patrolling your apartment building during this weekend, checking for underage drinking, furnishing alcohol to minors, disorderly conduct, and other crimes.

Property managers and tenants are encouraged to contact the police for assistance in dealing with unruly parties or other illegal acts. These self-report violations are not counted as violations under the Nuisance Property Ordinance.

You friends and neighbors in helping maintain a safe and peaceful atmosphere throughout the weekend.

We thank you in advance for your cooperation and assistance.

Sincerely,

Chief Joseph Merrill
State College Police Department

Deputy Chief Matt White
Penn State Police Department

Danny Shaha, Ed.D.
PSU Asst. V.P. for Student Affairs and Dean of Students

Calder Way Project Updates

The Borough of State College is writing to provide you with the latest updates regarding Phase 2 of the Calder Way Project.

This past week the contractor continued replacing and upgrading sanitary sewer lines and extended the fence from South Fraser Street to South Burrowes Street. Exploratory excavation also began for water and gas lines.

This upcoming week contractors will work Tuesday, February 24th through Friday, February 27th.

Calder Way from South Fraser Street to Burrowes Street remains closed to vehicular traffic. For delivery purposes, shipments can still be made via Beaver Avenue, South Fraser Street, or Miller Alley. However, drivers will need to use New Alley to exit to Burrowes Street if they are unloaded on Miller Alley.

Refuse locations have moved, for those at 119. South Burrowes Street, this includes GN Associates and the Executive Offices. Please refer to the map attached and the location for refuse is marked as “Refuse Location Two.” For the Fraser Centre, continue to utilize “Refuse Location” as indicated on the attached map.

Businesses that have alternate entrance points have been contacted individually, If any businesses have any questions about access to the building or refuse please let me know.

Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather. You will be updated in a timely manner about these changes as they are received.

There are a couple of ways to stay informed throughout the Calder Way Project:

You can visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Project. You can also contact me directly at Tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or (814) 680-4468. 

If you know of anyone who would like to receive the updates, please instruct them to contact me and ask to be added to the Calder Way Project updates.