West Walnut Redevelopment construction to close lanes in JC

Johnson City Public Works says contractors will begin working with city crews on part of the West Walnut Corridor Redevelopment Plan, and that will close lanes on University Parkway between West State of Franklin Road and West Pine Street beginning Sunday, May 19. During this time, all traffic will be diverted to one lane in each direction in the construction area. The City says project will be done in phases. During the construction, access to University Parkway at West Walnut, Lynn and West Maple streets will be blocked. This phase will last approximately six to eight weeks. The construction area will see increased congestion as a result with long delays expected. Motorists and pedestrians are strongly encouraged to find alternative routes. Officials say The project will take approximately three months