Prep your brakes and plan for a little extra travel time, Upper Arlington residents. Columbia Gas is bringing in the big rigs, and the sounds of progress will echo through the streets as Decker Construction rolls out their heavy equipment for some serious road work next week. According to an announcement by the City of Upper Arlington, the company will be milling the roadway on North Star Road, south of Fishinger Road, and on Fishinger Road itself, starting tomorrow.
Drivers should pencil in minor delays since the crews will be laying the groundwork for a smoother ride once the repaving kicks off on June 16. While no one's thrilled about traffic, the endgame is a fresh coat of asphalt, which will undoubtedly be a sweet ride once the cones are gone. However, please be aware that construction signage will be in place and detours or lane changes may occur during this phase of the infrastructure upgrade for new gas service lines at 2222 Fishinger Road and 3185 North Star Road.
If your morning commute cuts through the transformation or you live in the echo of the construction symphony, and you find yourself needing more details or seeking clarification about how this may stir the pot of your daily hustle, then don't hesitate to drop a line to the city's Engineering Division at 614-583-5360. They’re the know-it-all’s on this gig and are standing by to ease your woes or map out your alternate routes.
Remember, with the city digging deep and laying it all out for a new gas line it’s a subtle reminder of the hard truth that growth does indeed come with the pain of change, traffic will be snarled, patience will be tried, and though the rumble of machinery signals the advance of our community, it is with this hustle of progress that we are faced with the immediate frustrations of the daily commute. For more information, stay tuned and check back for updates as the project evolves; let's make sure we're keeping the rubber side down and navigating the pathways of progress with care and caution.
