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Puyallup to Close Fruitland Ave for Sewer Project

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Puyallup City Council approved a long-term road closure on S Fruitland Avenue starting June 17, 2026.

The closure will run between Pioneer Avenue and 7th Ave SW for approximately two months. Crews will work on a sewer line extension project to improve the city's sewer system reliability and capacity.

Local residents and businesses will maintain access during construction. Drivers should plan ahead for delays and use alternate routes. The project is expected to complete by August 2026.

The city's Public Works Department will manage the project. Ryan Rutkosky is the contact for questions at [email protected].

πŸ“„ Source: City Council β€” Agendas & Minutes β€” https://www.puyallupwa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx
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    Puyallup City Council approved a long-term road closure on S Fruitland Avenue starting June 17, 2026.Not found in the source record β€” unverified.
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    The closure will run between Pioneer Avenue and 7th Ave SW for approximately two months.β€œBeginning June 17, S Fruitland Avenue between Pioneer Avenue and 7th Ave SW will be closed for approximately two months as part of a sewer line extension project.”
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    Crews will work on a sewer line extension project to improve the city's sewer system reliability and capacity.β€œBeginning June 17, S Fruitland Avenue between Pioneer Avenue and 7th Ave SW will be closed for approximately two months as part of a sewer line extension project.This closure is necessary to allow crews to safely complete critical infrastructure improvements that will enhance the reliability and capacity of the City's sewer system.”
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    Local residents and businesses will maintain access during construction.β€œAccess for local residents and businesses will be maintained as much as possible throughout the project.”
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    Drivers should plan ahead for delays and use alternate routes.β€œDrivers should plan ahead, expect delays, and use alternate routes during construction.”
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    The project is expected to complete by August 2026.Not found in the source record β€” unverified.
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    The city's Public Works Department will manage the project.Not found in the source record β€” unverified.
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    Ryan Rutkosky is the contact for questions at [email protected]β€œFor questions about this project, please email Ryan Rutkosky at [email protected].”

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