Residents of Hillsborough may experience traffic delays and noise from construction for the remainder of the year as work commences on a local infrastructure overhaul project.
According to Mayor Tom Stevens, the project “will significantly add to the safety, accessibility and attractiveness” of urban areas in the town over the next eight to ten months.
The initial phase of construction is scheduled to begin this Monday with a focus on Churton Street and its lack of downtown accessibility options for disabled people.
A news release from the municipal government states that new bus stops will also be constructed in addition to two-tier sidewalks that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Stevens predicted that “the future streetscape will be wonderful,” but he also encouraged residents to “put up with the extra hassle” that accompanies projects of this magnitude.
The town has partnered with the North Carolina Department of Transportation to mitigate traffic delays and ensure that all facets of the project are compliant with state laws.
Businesses will remain open during construction, but information on potential delays for motorists will be made available as town officials assess the impact of labor.
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