For over three decades, the section of Interstate 35E between Interstate 94 and Highway 5 has been off-limits to commercial motor vehicles. This restriction, in place since 1984, has had a significant impact on local businesses and the supply chain of freight and goods in St Paul, MN.

As a result of this ban, commercial vehicles are forced to detour onto smaller city streets near pedestrians. This not only disrupts the flow of traffic but also poses safety risks for both drivers and pedestrians alike. It's an unnecessary danger that could be avoided if commercial vehicles were allowed to use this section of I-35E.

The detours also lead to increased fuel consumption and carbon emissions due to longer travel times. According to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), detours can increase fuel consumption by up to 14% compared with direct routes.

This petition seeks your support in urging our local government officials in St Paul, MN, to reconsider this long-standing restriction. By allowing commercial motor vehicles on this stretch of I-35E we can improve safety conditions for everyone involved while supporting local businesses that rely heavily on these transport routes.

Please sign this petition today so we can bring about a change that will benefit our community economically while enhancing road safety standards.