Construction crews are making progress on the 69 Express project in Overland Park, which will add one express lane to the highway going north and south. As a result, 119th Street underneath the highway will soon be closed for a period of 60 days, starting in the middle of August. Businesses in the area, such as Hwy 69 Liquor, are concerned about the impact of the closures on their revenue. However, project director Steve Rockers assures that the closures are necessary to minimize overall impacts and will be completed as quickly as possible. Access to businesses in the area will be maintained with signage in place to guide customers. To navigate around the closure, drivers can take alternate routes such as Quivira and Antioch to reach 119th Street. Despite the inconvenience, Rockers emphasizes that the intense work being done by construction crews, working 24/7, will ensure that the project is completed within the 60-day timeframe. Residents and businesses in the area are advised to plan ahead and use the suggested detours to minimize disruptions during the construction period.
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69Express project in Overland Park will soon close 119th Street
