Work Begins On Reconstruction Of Grand Boulevard In New Port Richey

NEW PORT RICHEY, FL — The city of New Port Richey began improvements to Grand Boulevard between Gulf Drive and Montana Avenue on Thursday.

Improvements will include removal and replacement of the existing pavement markings and striping.

Related: Plans To Build 10-Foot-Wide Path Along Grand Boulevard Approved

A new traffic pattern will take effect upon completion to improve traffic flow and safety. Once the work is complete, Grand Boulevard will be converted from four to two lanes in anticipation of future multi-use path projects.

The council approved $159,370 for architectural and engineering services with Halff Associates Inc. in October.

According to Public Works Director Robert Rivera, in this phase of a project, which has several phases, the city will reduce Grand Boulevard from Gulf Drive and Delaware Avenue from four lanes to two lanes and increase the width of sidewalks along the east side of the road to 10 feet wide to accommodate bicycles and groups of pedestrians.

Drivers are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving through the work zone.

For more information on this project, contact the Public Works Department at 727-841 4538, ext. 2017.