A major reconstruction project continues to advance on 31st Street and 37th Avenue. The project includes the replacement of underground utilities, improved streetlighting, safety improvements at rail crossings, and upgraded road and sidewalk.
The City had anticipated being able to open the intersection at 30th Street and 37th Avenue this past weekend and then begin paving 31st Street and 39th Avenue, however, inclement weather delayed the timeline.
An updated schedule has now been provided for paving and line painting.
Starting Monday (October 25) at 6:00 a.m., the intersection at 39th Avenue and 31st Street will be closed to complete paving and line painting. This part of the project is expected to be completed by the evening of November 6.
Starting Tuesday (October 26) at 6:00 a.m., the intersection at 35th Avenue and 31st Street will be closed to complete paving and line painting. This part of the project is expected to be completed by the evening of November 3.
The intersection at 37th Avenue and 30th Street has reopened to traffic.
Detours will be available on Highway 97 and at the 29th Street and 39th Avenue roundabout. The City reminds road users to obey all traffic control signs and to slow down in work zones.
Access to local businesses in the area will be maintained throughout construction. Residents are encouraged to continue supporting local businesses.
The 31st Street Reconstruction Project is part of Council’s commitment to replacing aged infrastructure to continue providing reliable City services. This project is jointly funded by the City’s Infrastructure Levy, Federal Gas Tax, and Sanitary Utility Funds.
For more information on this and other Capital projects taking place in Vernon, please visit the City’s website at vernon.ca/capitalworks. The City appreciates everyone’s patience as this project is completed.
A map of the project area is available below.
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