Phase 1 of the Downtown North Platte Enhancement project will begin Monday, according to city officials.
The city's contractor, Paulsen Inc., will begin the first phase of the project on February 24, weather permitting.
City engineers say the work will include the removal of bricks and paving, replacement of storm sewer and water mains, then replacement of the pavement, bricks and sidewalks.
Because of the work, the following road closures will be in place:
-6th Street from Jeffers Street to Chestnut Avenue, including the intersection at 6th and Chestnut
-Dewey Street from 5th Street to 6th Street will be close to all vehicle traffic. Sidewalks will remain open for access to businesses
Officials say during the construction, Bailey Street from 5th Street to 6th Street will be temporarily converted to two-way traffic. This will allow access to the parking lot located on the southwest corner of 6th and Bailey. Access to Dewey Street from this lot will be via the covered alley.
Motorists are urged to use caution in the construction area, both for their safety and the safety of the workers.
Officials did not give an estimated completion date for Phase 1 of the project.
