Summary
Some sections of the new South Main paving failed air-void testing and popped potholes over the winter freeze. The contractor will mill and repave the bad sections starting next week at no cost to the city.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The repaving costs the city nothing — the contractor pays for the deficient material.
South Main drivers get a properly paved road without the city spending a dime.
Commuters through the corridor should expect some delays during the week of work.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council (Regular) - Jun 15, 2026
The repaving of South Main Street is nearly done — paving finishes Tuesday, striping Wednesday, and final punch-list work by the end of June, with intermittent lane closures for about two weeks.
Board of Public Utilities - Jun 8, 2026
The contractor returns to remove and replace out-of-spec asphalt on South Main Street, curb to curb, between Napoleon and Gypsy. Work starts the day after the meeting and should wrap by the end of the week, weather permitting.
City Council (Regular) - Apr 20, 2026
Some sections of the new South Main paving failed air-void testing and popped potholes over the winter freeze. The contractor will mill and repave the bad sections starting next week at no cost to the city.
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