Fort Lauderdale residents can expect to see crews working on South Birch Road starting next week as the city embarks on a mission to enhance safety measures in the area. According to an official statement by the City of Fort Lauderdale, the project, coordinated with Broward County, will focus on the installation of speed cushions, fresh pavement markings, and related signage to bolster public safety.
Those who regularly traverse South Birch Road should prepare to adjust their schedules slightly. The work, slated to begin the week of September 29, will require crews to be present from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Officials are certain the new installations will be a benefit, emphasizing the importance of these improvements. However, the construction schedule isn’t fixed and could change due to weather or other unexpected events.
During the periods of construction, drivers will have to navigate around a single-lane closure, structured to facilitate the speed cushion installation process. The City’s press release urges commuters to heed the posted signs meticulously and to exercise caution when driving through the construction zone, hinting at potential delays and minor disruptions to the usual flow of traffic…