What time will the work take place?
The roadwork, and all subsequent noise, will occur between 7am and 5pm.
FAQ Topic: Public Works
Will there be parking impacts because of the project?
Yes, typically one side of the roadway will be closed for several hours while the resurfacing mixture is applied and dries. Parking lane closures will occur between 7am and 5pm. The contractor will place “No Parking’ signs on the barricades at least three days in advance of closing any portion of the road, as well … Continued
Will these streets be closed?
Yes, typically one side of the roadway will be closed for several hours while the resurfacing mixture is applied and dries. Some streets may require full closure, and those impacted residents will be informed in advance. Street closures will occur between 9am and 4pm. The contractor will provide notice at least three days in advance … Continued
How is the roadway protected after it has been repaired?
Please note that after a roadway receives rehabilitation, it will be added to the City’s moratorium list, which states that “no excavation shall be permitted in any portion of public right-of-way that was constructed or resurfaced until the pavement condition index (PCI) drops below a 70/100.” The City enforces a policy of full width restoration … Continued
Assembly Bill 413 – Parking Near Crosswalks
Assembly Bill 413 was approved by the Governor on October 10, 2023. The bill prohibits the stopping, standing, or parking of a vehicle within 20 feet of the vehicle approach side of any marked or unmarked crosswalk. There may be some changes to striping and parking on impacted streets to help the City comply with … Continued
Why is the City installing a Class IV protected cycle track + sidewalk versus a Class I multi-use path all the way through?
The City has chosen to install a separate 5-6 foot wide sidewalk and 8 foot Class IV protected cycle track between Shaver Street and West Street in order to increase the useable area for the public. A Class I multi-use path along a roadway has larger buffer requirements. The City would have to install a … Continued
Will sidewalks be replaced along the project limits?
Sidewalk replacement is limited to work around intersections and locations where elevations need to be modified to meet one of the project goals. In addition, the city has hired Precision Concrete Cutting has repaired tripping hazards where possible by using a cutting method to create ADA compliant slopes.
Will there be a change in the number of vehicles lanes?
For the majority of the project, no. However on Second Street between Hayes and Shaver Street there will be a minor change. Today 2nd Street eastbound shifts from 2 lanes to 3 lanes at Hayes Street. The project will move this addition of a 3rd lane one block to the east. Now 2nd Street will … Continued
What will happen with street trees as part of the project?
See “Third Street Rehabilitation Information on Street Trees“
How will traffic be impacted during construction?
Construction hours and temporary lane closures times are still be accessed. However both day and night work are anticipated.