Residents of Fort Lauderdale's Poinciana Park are in for a summer disruption as the city embarks on a stormwater system overhaul. According to an announcement on the city's website, Southeastern Engineering Contractors will replace a worn-out corrugated metal pipe with a new 24-inch stormwater pipe on a stretch of SE 4th Avenue. In addition to the piping work, the project encompasses restoration of damaged pavement, sidewalks, and curbing.
Starting from May 13, 2024, those living or working alongside SE 4th Avenue, between SE 16th Court and SE 16th Street, expecting the din of construction should prepare themselves, as work will roll out on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. While aiming for a mid-June wrap-up, the end-date for this infrastructure facelift hinges on the mercy of unpredictable weather or other possible delays.
In the midst of the scheduled improvements, roadway availability is set to shrink, with SE 4th Avenue only open to local traffic. Construction workers, serving double duty, will be on site to help guide disgruntled drivers. The City of Fort Lauderdale has guaranteed efforts to coordinate with affected residents to mitigate driveway blockages.
Fort Lauderdale is prompting locals to heed signage and navigate these temporary changes with heightened care. The city has extended an apology for any headaches the construction may cause, thanking the community in advance for its cooperation and patience.
Questions about this inconvenient but necessary upgrade should be directed to Sayd Hussain, City of Fort Lauderdale Project Manager II, or to Javier Oliva, the Southeastern Engineering Project Manager. Further details can be sought after through the City's Neighbor Service Center.
