The Gazebo Gazette
LONG BEACH (GG) — The City of Long Beach was scheduled to begin the Railroad Crossing Grade Improvements Project on Monday, March 3rd. This project will involve improvements to nine railroad crossings across the city and is expected to take several months to complete. The work at each crossing will have a specific start date and duration.
This initiative is aimed at enhancing safety and improving infrastructure, and it will be carried out in stages, with the first crossing beginning on March 3rd. Below is the complete timeline for the project:
Project Timeline:
- Nicholson Crossing
- Start Date: March 3rd, Duration: 29 days
- Richards Crossing
- Start Date: March 27th, Duration: 16 days
- Beach Park Crossing
- Start Date: April 7th, Duration: 12 days
- Cleveland Crossing
- Start Date: April 21st, Duration: 57 days
- Girard Crossing
- Start Date: June 10th, Duration: 7 days
- Trautman Crossing
- Start Date: June 12th, Duration: 7 days
- Island View Crossing
- Start Date: June 17th, Duration: 11 days
- South Lang Crossing
- Start Date: July 7th, Duration: 10 days
- White Harbor Crossing
- Start Date: July 14th, Duration: 14 days
The timeline for this project may be subject to changes due to weather conditions. The City of Long Beach will provide updates if there are any adjustments to the schedule. Residents and visitors in the area should be prepared for potential traffic disruptions near the crossings. The city advises the residents to plan accordingly and exercise caution in the vicinity of the work zones.
This project is a significant investment in the city’s transportation infrastructure, and the City of Long Beach appreciates the cooperation and understanding of all affected during this time.
Additionally, Ward 5 municipal candidate Mike Bohlke officially withdrew from the Republican primary Thursday, February 27, 2025. Currently, the seat is held by Alderman Mike Brown, who has officially announced retirement. Three candidates have entered in the Republican primary for the vacancy, which will be chosen April 1, 2025. The candidates are: Greg Bonds, Barbara Kimball, and Clifford Yeomans.
