DRI Project Updates
Here, you'll find the latest updates on the Main Street and Groton Avenue construction projects, as well as other key city-wide developments shaping our community. We’re committed to keeping you informed every step of the way as we build a stronger, more vibrant downtown Cortland.
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MAIN STREET
Week of March 24
There are no updates at this time. Construction is temporarily on hold for the winter season and will resume in the spring.
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Please note, all detours and construction activity is subject to weather and other related variables.
GROTON AVE
Week of March 24
Crews transitioned the traffic lights from flashing red to fully functioning signals. The pedestrian signals at the Homer Ave, Groton Ave and Pleasant St intersection are not operational yet.
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Unlike the old traffic signals on a continuous timed loop these new energy-efficient signals are triggered by the presence of vehicles and pedestrians which is expected to shorten idling times at these intersections thereby improving traffic flow, improving pedestrian safety, and reducing carbon footprint.
Crews plan to resume work in late April, weather permitting, to complete top course asphalt paving, signage installation, final striping, colored crosswalks, and full restoration. This work is expected to be finished by the end of May, or sooner if the weather allows.
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Please note, all detours and construction activity is subject to weather and other related variables.
CITY OF CORTLAND
Week of March 24
CURRENT PROJECT
Lauder St – Plan Start March 19th – Est. Duration 2-3 Weeks
NYSEG crews continue gas main installation on Lauder Street, with most of the work taking place off-road, behind the curb. While the road will remain open to all through traffic, there may be intermittent single-lane closures with flaggers as needed.
All gas services within the project area will be transferred to the new gas main. Residents received notification letters about the gas main and service work two weeks before the project start. Temporary soil stabilization will be completed immediately following each phase of work. Once all gas main and service installations are finished, permanent restoration—including topsoil placement, seed application, and hard surface replacement where asphalt or sidewalk was removed—will take place.
Please note, there is no city sidewalk on Lauder Street.
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UPCOMING PROJECTS
Summit St – Plan Start April (Date TBD) – Est. Duration 4-5 Weeks
Most of the gas main will be installed off-road behind the curb. Drivers can expect occasional single-lane closures with flaggers, but the road will remain open to all through traffic.
All gas services within the project area will be transferred to the new gas main, and residents will receive notification letters two weeks before the project starts. Temporary soil stabilization will occur immediately after each phase of work, with permanent restoration—including topsoil, seed, asphalt, and any necessary sidewalk replacement—completed at the end of the project.
Please note, there is no city sidewalk on Summit Street.
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Pendleton St (Clinton Ave – Elm St) & Elm St (Pendleton St - #56 Elm) – Plan Start May (Date TBD) – Est. Duration 7-8 Weeks
Most of the work will take place off-road behind the curb. The road will remain open to all through traffic for the majority of the project, though intermittent single-lane closures with flaggers may occur as needed. Short-term (1-2 hour) full closures will be required during gas main road crossings at Pendleton & Garfield and near #56 Elm; DDS will notify the City 1-2 days in advance so the public and emergency services can be informed.
All gas services within the project area will be transferred to the new gas main. Residents received notification letters two weeks before the project start. Temporary soil stabilization will be done immediately after each phase, with permanent restoration—including topsoil, seed, asphalt, and limited sidewalk replacement—taking place after all work is complete.
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Please note, all detours and construction activity is subject to weather and other related variables.