West Palm Beach residents brace for traffic delays as the city kicks off a significant improvement project along Banyan Boulevard, it was announced today. Starting May 14, 2024, the bustling strip between North Dixie Highway and North Olive Avenue will be undergoing extensive renovations focused on upgrading underground utilities and stormwater management systems.

Motorists navigating through West Palm Beach should expect sizable disruptions due to construction activities, according to details shared by the City of West Palm Beach. During the planned 60-day overhaul, only local traffic will be granted access at Banyan Boulevard & North Dixie Highway, with a complete two-way closure east of the Wells Fargo building parking lot. Officials have arranged detour routes to assist commuters during this period of inconvenience.

Aiming to bolster the community's infrastructure, the project's details were publicized on the City of West Palm Beach's official website early today. The construction is part of a broader initiative to enhance the city's readiness for adverse weather, particularly by improving drainage systems for efficient stormwater management.

While the Banyan Boulevard facelift is set to cause some short-term headaches, the city has fostered several channels of communication to address concerns from residents and travelers alike. For construction questions or emergencies after hours, citizens can reach out to Gilbane Building Company's onsite contractor, Brandon Rastok or the WPB After Hours Utilities at the numbers provided by the city, meanwhile, case of questions directly related to the project's progression, Construction Coordinator Donald Frey and WPB Project Manager Vladimir Jeannot are available to provide insight. The City of West Palm Beach has expressed gratitude for the community's patience during these enhancements, promising a strengthened and more resilient infrastructure network upon completion.