The City of Vernon is moving forward with two projects to improve essential underground utilities and roadways in the city’s downtown core.
Starting tomorrow at 6:30 a.m., crews will complete an emergency sanitary utility infrastructure repair near 27 Street and 32 Avenue.
A portion of 27 Street will be reduced to single-lane traffic in both directions, while 32 Avenue will be closed between 25 Street and 28 Street. Work is expected to be completed by 6 p.m. the same day.
Drivers can expect delays beginning May 21 and continuing through June.
Starting Sunday, May 24, a larger utility renewal project will begin along 31 Street between 31 Avenue and 33 Avenue, including the westbound lane toward 32 Street.
Crews will upgrade storm and sanitary infrastructure while also preparing the roadway for resurfacing improvements.
The city said construction on 31 Street will move block by block north toward 33 Avenue, with work taking place daily between 6:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Underground infrastructure work is expected to continue through June 12. The city added that the intersection at 31 Street and 32 Avenue will remain open whenever possible. However, a full closure of the intersection will be required from June 1 to June 3.
Local traffic will continue to have access to nearby businesses and residences throughout construction.
The city is urging drivers to plan for delays and allow extra travel time.
