05-07-2007 Spring Cleaning Begins On Viaducts Michigan Main Sts. at Bronson St.

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Page 2. Traffic Restrictions: During Phase I, crews will first work on the Michigan St. segment of the viaduct. They will work east to west to complete the sandblasting and they will then work west to east to complete the painting. For most of the process, traffic will be restricted to two lanes in the work area (See map attached for initial traffic restrictions). While crews are working on the east side of the span, access to Bronson from Michigan St. will be closed. Crews will begin working on the Main St. segment, approximately a week later and will work concurrently with the Michigan St. crews. Again, they will work east to west on sandblasting, and then west to east on painting. Access to businesses in the area will be maintained at all times. To lessen the impact on downtown traffic, some of the work will be accomplished on nights and weekends during lighter traffic, weather permitting. Throughout the project, the viaducts will be shrouded with tarps to protect passing traffic from debris or paint. "While we don't foresee that surrounding businesses will be negatively affected during construction, we understand that there may be some traffic slowing," commented Carl Littrell, City Engineer. "However, we believe that this project is a necessary step toward establishing the south end of downtown as an attractive growth area for existing and new businesses." Some delays may be expected during rush hours. To avoid any possible delays, using an alternate route is recommended including Lafayette Blvd., which is now two-way from Indiana Avenue north to Western. Motorists are reminded to observe all signage and to use caution when driving through the restricted area The City reminds motorists that this is a Work Zone area and to please use caution to ensure safety of the crews working in the construction area. This information is also available online at www.southbendin.gov/traffic. - 30 -