Traffic Signal upgrades will begin at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28 at University Avenue and El Paseo Road and continue overnight until 6 a.m. on Thursday, April 29.
The work will continue again Thursday evening, April 29 p.m. from 8 p.m., to Friday, April 30 at 6 a.m. The work is expected to be completed by 6 a.m. on Friday April 30.
Intermittent lane closures may be necessary. Temporary stop signs will be installed on all four approaches while the work is being done as the traffic signal will be turned off. Surrounding businesses and residences will remain accessible. RoadRUNNER Transit routes will not be affected. The City has verified that no conflicting public or private construction projects will take place in the immediate area during this time. The work will take place in Las Cruces City Council District #2.
Motorists are asked to use caution through the area or use an alternate route to avoid possible delays as the work could affect traffic along University and El Paseo in all directions.
For more information contact the Public Works Department/Traffic Management Program at 575/541-2505. The TTY number is 575/541-2182.