East Orange, NJ, May 3, 2024: The East Orange Department of Public Works (DPW) today reminded residents and travelers of anticipated road closures for the week of May 6, 2024.
Closures will begin Monday, May 6 through Thursday, May 9 to allow for the re-paving of South Harrison Street, Renshaw Avenue, and Glen Park Road. Construction work, which will occur during the hours of 7am-5pm, will alter traffic patterns. EOPD will be on site to direct motorists to alternate routes. If possible, travelers are encouraged to avoid these streets during the scheduled closures.
*Overnight parking rules will be suspended for residents in the impacted South Harrison Street area from Sunday, May 5 at 5pm until Monday, May 6 at 7pm.
"Milling and paving these roads is part of my administration’s larger commitment to improving our roadway infrastructure and enhancing the safety of our streets for both motorists and pedestrians. Under my administration, we’ve paved more than 15 miles of roads, including the heavily-traveled Tremont Avenue and now the second half of South Harrison Street to the Orange border,” said Mayor Ted R. Green. “Public safety is imperative and I encourage all motorists and pedestrians to plan accordingly and work together to mitigate the impact of this temporary disruption.”
The following areas will be affected:
- Monday, May 6 | 7am-6pm
South Harrison St. between Central Avenue and Park End Place
- Tuesday, May 7 | 7am-6pm
Renshaw Avenue from No. Maple Avenue to Prospect Street
- Wednesday, May 8 | 7am-6pm
Glen Park Road between Thomas Boulevard and the City Line
Schedules are subject to change due to inclement weather or emergencies. For more information, please call the Department of Public Works at 973.266.5330.
