A major reconstruction project along 31st Street is officially underway, which will take place between 35th Avenue and 39th Avenue. The project includes replacement of road, sidewalk, water main, storm sewer, and sanitary sewer utilities.
This morning (May 20), there is a partial closure on 31st Street as crews mill the asphalt in place. The road will re-open later today for the Victoria Day long weekend. On Tuesday, May 25 the road will be closed again and will remain closed for the remainder of the project. Construction is expected to be completed in October 2021.
Throughout construction, there will be full road closures of sections along 31st Street, which will take place in stages. Detours will be available on 30th Street and 35th Avenue.
Access to area businesses will remain open to pedestrians. Residents are encouraged to continue supporting local businesses.
The City reminds road users to obey all traffic control signs and to slow down in work zones. The City appreciates road users’ patience as this project is completed.
The 31st Street reconstruction project is part of City Council’s commitment to replace aged infrastructure that is the foundation of the services the City provides. For more information on this and other projects taking place this year, please visit the City’s website at vernon.ca/capitalworks.
Below is a map of the full project area, which will be completed in stages.
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