Residents of St. Louis Park should prepare for continued disruptions along Cedar Lake Road as the city embarks on the West Stage of the 2024 road improvement project. According to an update from the City of St. Louis Park, provided on June 14th by project coordinator Mark Lockhart, Cedar Lake Road between Jordan Avenue and the east driveway of Westwood Lutheran Church will be closed to through traffic. The closure commenced on June 10 and is expected to remain until July 31, weather permitting. Motorists are advised to follow the enacted detour.
Starting June 17th, Eureka Construction, the city's contractor, will focus on installing temporary water services to residences affected by the construction. This will result in brief water service interruptions and affected households should anticipate receiving water shut-off flyers 48 hours in advance. According to the project's bulletin, despite the closures, residents are still required to have their waste carts at the curbside for pick-up at 7 a.m. on their usual collection day, as solid waste haulers and city staff will manage the waste collection coordination.
Furthermore, divulged in a statement obtained by the project's newsletter, private utility companies like Xcel Energy, Arvig, and Lumen will be moving their services along the full length of the corridor, extending from Jordan Avenue to Rhode Island Avenue. Their activity might bring about additional sidewalk and road shoulder closures. To gain insight into construction expectations, residents can refer to the 2024 Cedar Lake Road Improvements Newsletter and visit the project website for further information.
Mark Lockhart expresses regret for any inconveniences that the construction process might impose on the community, emphasizing the city's commitment to the improvement of streets and utilities. "We apologize for any inconvenience construction may cause you. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding throughout the process of improving your street and utilities," Lockhart remarked. For individuals seeking more details about the ongoing project and its related service adjustments, they are encouraged to reach out to the project coordinator directly or explore the city's official project portal.
