RELEASE: Immediate

Project Construction - Pacific Street Intersection Improvements

The City’s contractor, Graniterock Pavex Construction Division will begin construction on Monday, March 17^th for the Pacific Street Intersection Improvements Project. This project is funded by grant monies and the City's Capital Improvement Program. The goal for this project is to upgrade existing traffic signals along Pacific Street for better traffic flow and circulation, and to replace the aging storm drain system.  The three intersections that will be upgraded are: Pacific Street/Jefferson Street, Pacific Street/Madison Street, and Pacific Street/Martin Street/El Dorado Street.  The work includes: the upgrade of traffic signal controller equipment; the installation/relocation of traffic signal equipment; construction of curb, gutter and sidewalk and access ramps; installation of a stormdrain system; roadway pavement rehabilitation at the three intersections; and installation of interconnect fiber optic cables.

Traffic delays and detours due to intermittent lane and street closures are anticipated.  Construction noise should be expected during construction. The estimated completion date for this project is late July, 2008.  For project scheduling and updated information, please visit the Construction Updates page on the City of Monterey’s website at www.monterey.org/construction.

We appreciate your cooperation and patience during the construction of this important project.  Should you have any questions, please call the City of Monterey Construction Management office at 831.646.3997.

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