According to City Services Director Peter Nourse, Strafford Square is a major communications and electrical hub, an area where aged underground utilities need to be upgraded prior to the roundabout's construction.

Before construction can begin, workers must complete the under-grounding of aerial utilities, water, sewer, and drainage improvements.

"Strafford Square is a very busy intersection and we apologize for any inconveniences, which are inevitable for a project like this," added Nourse. "We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding."

Traffic patterns on North Main Street at Strafford Square will be temporarily changed to one way, outbound from downtown. Inbound traffic should use Brock Street to Columbus Ave. Nourse says to anticipate this change for about five weeks, starting mid-April. Seek alternate routes 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. whenever possible.

"Water, sewer, and drainage improvements will be complete in early July," said Nourse. "Following this, the cable and electrical utilities will be worked on. We hope to start the roadway project this year."