Commuters in Jefferson Parish, take note. The eastbound artery of West Napoleon Avenue is scheduled for a temporary clampdown, as one lane between North Starrett Road and the canal will be out of commission starting Tuesday. This lane closure, lasting through the following June 16, will cater to the expansion of our urban sprawl with the connection of a new subdivision road—a sign of our relentless march into every pocket of undeveloped land.
Mornings might get a little snug on the route from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with travel lanes being reshuffled to accommodate the construction efforts, Jefferson Parish officials announced. For those who shuffle along this stretch, it is the time to plan alternative paths or brace themselves for the inevitable ballet of brake lights and steering wheels.
The roadwork underscores the ongoing expansion of concrete and suburbia, stretching into what was once a quiet space. It is set to conclude on time—provided the sun and clouds cooperate. Occasionally, however, the weather has played a trick, muddying the grounds and the plans of men alike. The planned completion date is Monday, June 16, strictly “weather permitting,” according to Jefferson Parish officials.
