The City of Hays would like to thank the community for their cooperation with the initiation of the Vine Street construction project. The traffic plan has been successful in redirecting the flow of traffic in a safe manner and as a result there have not been any traffic accidents within the construction zone.

The Hays Police Department has been focused on educating the public on the traffic plan through the first week of the construction project. Twenty-six traffic stops were made with twenty-one warnings being issued. Please be aware that fines are doubled for moving violations committed in a construction zone and that citations may be issued, especially for those that endanger the public. Listed below are some construction zone safety tips to help ensure the continued success of the project.

Construction Zone Safety Tips

1) Slow down and obey the posted speed limit of 25 MPH.
2) Be prepared to stop suddenly.
3) Be watchful of the movement of workers and equipment.
4) Do not talk on cellular phones. All your attention should be on driving through the work zone safely.
5) When following a truck into a construction zone, slow down. The vehicle is possibly delivering equipment or supplies and may leave the roadway suddenly.
6) Do not attempt to pass in a construction zone.
7) Left Turns are discouraged throughout the construction zone and prohibited at locations marked with a No Left Turn sign.

Following these simple safety tips will help ensure the safety of drivers, passengers and construction workers. Additional signage has been added to clearly mark these areas.

This first phase of construction is expected to last until late May 2013, with the total project ending in June.

The City of Hays regrets any inconvenience this may cause to the public. If there are any questions, please call the Public Works Department at 628-7310 or the Hays Police Department at 625-1030.