Repaving project on Gene Autry Trail begins, what commuters need to know
Repaving work begins on Gene Autry Trail on February 19, with construction starting at the intersection of Ramon Road and Gene Autry Trail, extending north to Vista Chino. Once the northbound work is complete at Vista Chino, construction crews will close the southbound inside lane on Gene Autry Trail and repave to Ramon Road.
Some drivers tell News Channel 3 it's just not the right time to be doing this.
“This is the wrong time to be doing this because this stops people from going to the airport and other necessary- even the medical is down this way. I think they should do it during the night especially major intersections and especially one close to the airport."
Lynn Baranska, Cathedral City Resident
Traffic Impacts:
- Single lane closures are planned in one direction at a time, for approximately two miles.
- Access to businesses and driveways will be maintained with detour signage in place.
- Motorists can expect traffic congestion in the project area, please use alternate routes.
- Sunline bus stops in the project area will be impacted; visit www.sunline.org
A Caltrans spokesperson says it's crucial to get this done as soon as possible.
“This project needs to be completed. It is a project that had been addressed as high priority because of the damaged roadway and with damaged roadway comes safety concerns. If you hit a pothole hard and you lose control of your vehicle or your tire is damaged or other things can happen where we’re now at a safety hazard.”
Andrea Suarez, Caltrans SR 111 Project outreach director
In coordination with the City of Palm Springs and other local stakeholders, Caltrans will complete roadway improvements on SR 111 from Golf Club Drive to West Gateway Drive. The project will improve accessibility, road safety, and pavement longevity.
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