West Avenue Phase II Project Update 5/15/26
Happy Friday, everyone!
We’d like to share a few important upcoming operations that residents should be aware of over the next few weeks:
On Tuesday, May 19, construction crews will relocate a section of water main on the eastern side of 16 Street near the water quality well. During the operation, 1580 West Avenue and 1326 16 Street will experience a temporary water service interruption. The water shutdown is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. and is anticipated to last about six hours.
Sanitary sewer installation on 16 Street is underway, and will continue over the next three weeks. The sewer pipe installation will proceed in phases: first west along 16 Street toward Bay Road, then east from the intersection and finally north along West Avenue. Each phase will include multiple private property connections. The project team will notify affected properties as schedules and impacts are confirmed.
The traffic signal subcontractor is expected to complete the installation of the traffic signal foundations at the intersection of Lincoln Road and West Avenue.
Two-Week Look Ahead Schedule You can view the contractor's full current schedule anytime under the “Two-Week Look Aheads” tab on the City’s project page: West Avenue Project Page. It outlines ongoing and upcoming construction activities, including where crews are expected to be working and what type of work will be performed.
We've summarized the information to include the anticipated work in Segments 1, 2 and 3 through May 31, 2026 below.
Segment 1 (Pump Station, West Avenue next to the post office)
Installation of FPL equipment
Electrical and Instrumentation work
Pending generator delivery for 17 Street and West Avenue
Segment 2 (West Avenue between the post office and just south of Lincoln Road; Lincoln Road between Alton Road and the bay; and the Bay Road and Lincoln Court street ends)
Traffic signal foundation installation completion (intersection of West Avenue and Lincoln Road)
Water quality well construction and installation (Lincoln Road, west of West Avenue)
Segment 3 (West Avenue from just south of Lincoln Road to 16 Street; and 16 Street between Alton Road and Bay Road)
Water quality well construction (16 Street, east of West Avenue)
Sanitary sewer installation (16 Street, from Bay Road to Alton Court, and just north of West Avenue)
Water main relocation (16 Street, between Bay Road and West Avenue)
Tree Removals Tree removals throughout Segments 2 and 3 will continue as needed. As a reminder, the contractor previously tagged trees for removal in preparation for upcoming drainage installation work and harmonization efforts.
Project WhatsApp Channel We’ve launched a West Avenue Project WhatsApp channel. This channel will be used to share project updates, provide notifications during utility-related emergencies and offer a quick, convenient way to stay connected as work continues. Here’s the link to join: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBWsehCMY09hpApLX3r
Safety Reminder Your safety is our top priority. As work continues throughout the West Avenue Phase II Project, please don’t enter construction zones or move any signs, cones, or barricades. These safety measures are there to protect you and help keep the project moving smoothly. Staying informed will be key throughout the construction process, and our team remains committed to supporting the community every step of the way. Should you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Contact Should you have any questions regarding this project, please contact myself or my colleague, Aurora Gonzalez at 305.904.3447 or via email at aurora@hmlpublicoutreach.com.
Heather M. Leslie
Principal
HML Public Outreach
305-905-5876