Mayor Dr. Joseph P. Scarpelli, would like to notify residents of an upcoming road project that may impact Township residents. This notification is in an effort to inform residents of the scope of the work, as well as to maintain a level of safety within the community. Our goal is to minimize disruption to our residents while working as quickly and as efficiently as possible to correct the issue. If you have any questions regarding the below information, please do not hesitate to contact Mayor Scarpelli’s office at the Department of Public Works at 973-284-4958.

ROAD CONSTRUCTION NOTIFICATION
CHESTNUT STREET

Location: Franklin Avenue to Whitford Avenue

On or about July 31, 2023, and continuing through August 4, 2023, weather permitting, the Township’s contractor DLS Contracting will be performing milling and repaving operations on the above roadway. The work hours will generally be Monday through Friday, between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm. Please note that these dates may change due to weather and unforeseen delay impacts. However, please adhere to the NO PARKING signs that will be placed on the roadway indicating work dates and hours of operation.

TRAFFIC IMPACTS:

• Street/Roadway will be closed during construction hours;
  
• NO vehicular traffic will be permitted on roadway during work hours;
  
• Due to nature of the work there may be delays as equipment is moved;
  
• If posted, please follow all specified detour routes and Parking restrictions;
  
• Traffic delays are expected – please plan alternate routes.
  

RESIDENT IMPACTS:

• Street closures during construction hours for vehicles;
  
• NO vehicular traffic will be permitted on roadway during work hours;
  
• Entry and Exit to/from Driveways will not be permitted during work hours;
  
• Due to nature of the work there may be delays as equipment is moved;
  
• Please park all vehicles on side streets outside of work zone if needed during work hours;
  
• • Contact the Nutley Police Department regarding overnight parking restrictions.
  

PEDESTRIAN IMPACTS

• Pedestrian walkway access may be limited during construction period;
  
• We ask that when accessing these areas you use extreme caution.
  

We appreciate your cooperation and thank you for your patience while we rebuild Nutley’s infrastructure.

If you have any questions or concerns or would like to learn more about the project, please call (973) 284-4958.