UPDATE: Repaving to Cause Long Delays in Juanita

UPDATE, April 11, 9 a.m.: The City of Kirkland says actual repaving work will begin on 98th and 100th in Juanita on Thursday, April 11 and will cause long delays, so drivers should find alternate routes. Here's the city latest release on the work:

"Commuters who drive, ride, walk, or bus through Kirkland’s Juanita Village area may experience long delays starting April 11 as resurfacing on several roads in the area begins.  Paving contractors hired by the City of Kirkland will resurface 98^th Avenue NE, NE 120^th Place, and 100^th Avenue NE between NE 116^th Street and NE 124^th Street.  The paving is expected to be complete by April 20 and will add to congestion as a result of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) project on I-405 and NE 116^th Street Interchange.  Commuters are advised to use alternate routes.

"During the resurfacing project, two-way traffic will be maintained at all times.  All work is weather-dependent and may require rescheduling.  Following the re-paving, additional surface work will require lane closures and minimal traffic delays through April 27.

"To lessen the total impacts of multiple road projects in the same area, the City is extending the resurfacing project hours (Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.) so that more work can be completed each day to shorten the length of the project, giving priority to morning southbound commutes by keeping both lanes open until 9 a.m.; and by the contractor using more efficient equipment and additional inspectors.   The City continues to coordinate with WSDOT on impacts from both agencies’ projects."

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Original story:

Drivers and residents are being advised by the City of Kirkland that the primary north/south arterial in Juanita will be resurfaced during a project beginning Thursday, and long delays can be expected.
 
The project is on 98th Avenue, 120th Place and 100th Avenue -- all the same street as it zigs and zags through downtown Juanita. Preparation work will begin Thursday, with final work beginning April 25.
 
Traffic will be maintained in both directions, with flagging as necessary.  For a map and details, see the attached PDF file.
 
 
Here’s is the city’s basic advisory:
 

Project:  Street Overlay Program – Update

What:  The City of Kirkland has contracted with Lakeside Industries to resurface 98th Avenue NE/NE 120th Place/100th Avenue NE.  See map on attached flyer.  Drivers and commuters may experience long delays and are advised to use alternative routes due to the increased work activity.  Traffic will be maintained in each direction with flagging operations directing traffic as needed.

When:  Rain, or even the threat of rain will postpone paving and striping activities. Updated schedule information is posted on the City’s website www.kirklandwa.gov (search Street Preservation).  Typical hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.   

April 5 - Initial preparations:  First signs of construction include lowering of existing utilities, and repairing damaged pavement in preparation for the resurfacing.

April 16 - Asphalt repaving:  There may be inconveniences associated with driving through the work zone; traffic control and flagging operations will be in effect.  The Project inspector will be on site to help coordinate access and answer any questions on the day of work.

April 23 - Post-Paving:  After the paving is complete, traffic loops, pavement markings will be installed and the utilities will be adjusted to be flush the finished road surface. These activities will require lane closures and may cause temporary traffic delays.

What to Expect:  At times, the contractor will be restricting parking along the roadway.  “No-Parking” signs will be posted 24 hours in advance of all parking restrictions.  There may be inconveniences associated with driving through the work zone; traffic control and flagging operations may be in effect.  Emergency vehicle access will be maintained throughout the construction process.