Construction starts in January on the two blocks of Mill Street between 2nd and 4th. The project will widen sidewalks to 12 feet, plant 28 street trees, add curb ramps at every corner and replace a water main that has been in the ground since 1924.
What to expect
Crews will work on one side of the street at a time, starting with the north side. Every shop will stay open, with signs pointing to each entrance and a temporary walkway where the sidewalk is closed. On-street parking on the work side will be closed; use the free lot behind Town Hall.
- January – March: north side, water main and sidewalk
- April – June: south side
- July – August: paving, crosswalks, trees and benches
Why now
The old main has broken four times in the last six years, each time closing the street for a day or more. Doing the water work and the sidewalks together means the street is dug up once instead of twice.
The $6.2 million project is paid for by the water utility, a state main street grant and the Town’s street fund. Questions? Call Engineering at 1-800-555-0122 or sign up for weekly construction emails.