Street paving scheduled for King, Prescott, and Washington Streets - October 8
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The Town of Reading’s Department of Public Works has announced that roadway reclamation work will begin on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 7:00 am, weather permitting.
The work will be performed by P.J. Albert Inc. and includes reclaiming and resurfacing existing roadway pavement on the following streets:
Prescott Street (Summer Ave to Lincoln Street
Washington Street (Woburn Street to Lincoln Street)
King Street (all)
The reclaim operation is expected to take several days to complete. Residents should anticipate delays, detours, and temporary road closures throughout the project. On-street parking will be prohibited and strictly enforced by the Reading Police Department.
If construction coincides with your scheduled trash or recycling day, please have items curbside by 6:30 am to ensure pickup.
For safety and efficiency, residents are asked to avoid parking on the travel-way or roadside during construction hours, typically Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Cars parked in active work zones may be towed.
During paving operations, roads may be temporarily impassable. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and park on nearby side streets if they anticipate if they anticipate needing their vehicles during the day.
In addition to road resurfacing, sidewalk work is scheduled for Prescott Street (Summer Avenue to Lincoln Street).
Property owners are reminded that any personal items located within the Town’s right-of-way - such as sprinklers, invisible dog fences, walls, planters, or mailboxes - are placed there at the owner’s risk. These should be clearly marked before construction begins.
The DPW anticipates the project will be completed within four to eight weeks, depending on weather conditions.
For questions or updates, residents can contact the Engineering Division at 781-942-9082, the DPW Administration Office at 781-942-9077, or visit the Department of Public Works webpage for ongoing updates.
Flyer by the Town of Reading.
