Heads up, commuters in Charlotte County. If you’re planning to navigate the streets of Melbourne anytime soon, prepare for a bit of a delay. From next Monday to September 9, between the early hours of 7 a.m. and the waning light of 4:30 p.m., the southbound lane of Melbourne Street will be subject to intermittent closures. The cause? A series of pressure tests on a water main, courtesy of TLC Diversified.
The stretch between Farnam Street and Shady Lane—the heartbeat of the affected route—will be riddled with signs pointing weary travelers toward an alternate path. It’s that time again where everyone’s patience will be tested, albeit for the sake of infrastructural integrity. Motorists are advised to add a buffer to their commute; there’s nothing worse than the rush of being late to pair with the crawl of traffic.
Details of the advisory, released by Charlotte County Public Works Department emphasize the importance of staying vigilant. “The Public Works Department reminds motorists to remain alert at all times,” the statement reads. Distractions are plentiful and even more so in the disarray of cones and flashing lights…