Sidewalk Improvement Project
Construction of new sidewalks on Taft Ave. and Main St. is scheduled to start in mid April 2009. This project will improve the pedestrian circulation along the arterial highways across town. Construction of the Taft Ave. sidewalks from the Santa Ana River to Glassell St. will provide a pedestrian walkway along Taft Ave. from the Glassell St. intersection and the Santa Ana Regional River Trail recreation area. The Main St. sidewlks will complete the pedestrian link between Walnut Ave. and Taft Ave. Also, wheelchair access ramps will be constructed at intersections to improve wheelchair access. The City of Orange is the lead agency for the construction and maintenance of the sidewalks, and will oversee the private contractor performing the work.
Construction Hours: 7 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday
Project Duration: Approximately ninety (90) calendar days.
Contact: Public Works Dept. (714) 744-5525
Traffic Impacts - There will be no full road closures during the daily construction schedule. Street parking may be restricted on Taft Ave. and Main St. within the construction area. One through lane and left-turn pocket on Taft Ave. and Main St. will be maintained during construction. Businesses and residents should anticipate traffic delays and limited access to their businesses and homes during certain periods of construction activity. The schedule may shift due to inclement weather or material supply issues.
Site Safety - The City of Orange is taking extra steps to minimize potential impacts to businesses and residents in the project area and safety is of primary concern. Please keep away from the construction equipment and the construction area. During off-construction hours, parents are asked to keep children away from any parked and unattended equipment and any materials located on the site.
Contact - We look forward to the timely completion of the project and providing an improved and new pedestrian circulation for residents, businesses and visitors. Please call the Public Works Department at (714) 744-5525 with any questions about the project.
Street Rehabilitation Project
This rehabilitation project is scheduled to start in early April. The project will improve the roadway on Shaffer St., Chestnut Ave., Maple Ave. and Fir St. It will include removal and replacement of asphalt concrete pavement, removing and reconstructing sidewalk access ramps, damaged sidewalk areas, cross-gutter, damaged curb and gutter, and re-striping the road. The City of Orange is the lead agency for the construction and maintenance of the roadway and will oversee the private contractor performing the work.
Construction Hours: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Project Duration: Approximately thirty (30) calendar days
Contact: Public Works Dept. (714) 744-5526
Traffic Impacts - Street parking will be restricted within the construction areas during hours listed. Businesses and residents should anticipate traffic delays and limited access to their businesses and homes during certain periods of construction activity. The schedule may shift due to inclement weather or supply issues. The contractor will post "No Parking" signs at least 48 hours in advance of construction activity. These signs will include updated schedule information.
Site Safety - The City of Orange is taking extra steps to minimize potential impacts to businesses and residents in the project area and safety is of primary concern. Please keep away from the construction equipment and the construction area. During off-construction hours, parents are asked to keep children away from any parked and unattended equipment and any materials located on the site.
Contact - We look forward to the timely completion of the project and providing an improved and new pedestrian circulation for residents, businesses and visitors. Please call the Public Works Department at (714) 744-5567 or (714) 744-5568 with any questions about the project.
