update 8/06/09

Phase 1:

Construction activity occurring within the downtown intersection of Lake and Vine Streets is nearing completion. Karla is reporting that “hopefully” the Lake & Vine intersection can be re-opened to vehicular traffic sometime late tomorrow (Friday) afternoon.

Efforts to erect the Lake & Vine intersection traffic signals are also occurring this afternoon.

In addition, landscaping activity and the installation of informational and directional signage will continue the remainder of this week and into next week. Pavement marking/paint striping is also occurring today.

Phase 2:

Both the eastbound and westbound traffic lanes between Columbia Street and Chandler Street now have paved concrete….concrete “tie-in” work continues at some intersections. Curb and gutter installations in the same area has started this week and will continue next week.

Storm drain/sewer installation activity will be completed later this week or early next week.

Grading and the placement of aggregate/stone in the Barstow Street area between Valley Street and Larabee Street is also a current event.

Overall, Karla is reporting that activity in the Stage 1 construction area will be completed sometime next week. In addition, initial activity in the Stage 3 construction area (Larabee Street) will probably commence sometime next week.