Construction in the City causing road and sidewalk closures

MERRITT – The City of Merritt has several road construction projects on the go which is causing road and sidewalk closures.

Beginning today (June 7), the northbound lane of 4006 Airport Road will be closed for work taking place. The City says it will be single lane alternating traffic. The construction will take place from 8:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. today (June 7) and tomorrow (8).

The section of sidewalk along Voght Park, on Main Street from Quilchena Avenue to the Coldwater River, is also closed as crews continue to do work as part of the West Merritt Active Transportation Path development.

According to the City, construction includes new paved walking paths, relocation of applicable storm services, new directional signs, landscaping and concrete flower planters.

Work on the sidewalk goes from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and will be taking place weekdays until June 15.

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