Fort Lauderdale residents living near NE 22nd Street might need to plan some extra time for their commutes starting July 8, as the City embarks on a stormwater improvement project in partnership with Southeastern Engineering Contractors, Inc. Set to bolster the neighborhood's resilience against tidal incursions, this project specifically targets the installation of tidal valves and the replacement of current stormwater structures in the Dolphin Isles area.
Construction is expected to be wrapped before end of month, attempting to minimize the duration of inconvenience, and work hours have been fixed from 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, though factors like unforeseen circumstances or those unpredictable summer storms could shuffle the schedule around a bit. Local motorists should anticipate the presence of traffic control personnel who will be managing the flow around NE 22nd Street west of NE 32nd Avenue, everyone's patience will be tested but hopefully appreciated when the work is complete and the enhanced systems are in place.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is urging its citizens to bear with the progress, insisting that the improvements are part of necessary strides for bettering the stormwater system, "Thank you for your patience as we strive to upgrade our stormwater system as quickly as possible,"—a sentiment echoed on the City's official site. Questions related to the project can be fielded by Deborah Cueva, PE, MPA, the City's Project Manager II, reachable at 954-828-5807 or directly via email at [email protected]. Alternatively, the City of Fort Lauderdale Customer Service Center remains available to the public at 954-828-8000 or [email protected] for additional inquiries.
