 A new resurfacing project on Bemidji Avenue is sure to cause some traffic delays for motorists. The public was invited to an open house at the Tourist Information Center to find out more about the construction project that is scheduled to begin on July 10th. It will run from 3rd Street Northwest to 7th Street, Southeast, on Highway 197 and Bemidji Avenue. Mendot is aware of the inconvenience it will cause but says it will pay off once it's complete. So what they'll be doing is they'll turn up the pavement, there's also some sewer work that's going to get done as well, and then they'll resurface it so they'll remain in the same way that it is now. You can also expect to see a new signalized crosswalk for pedestrians on the lakeside on Cross Avenue, Southwest, near Dairy Queen. Only one lane will be closed down at a time. The department says the project will have an impact on you by the time it's closed. There may be times when their access is a little impacted but all throughout the project they'll always maintain access to the businesses and access to the parking as well. It's just going to be a little bit slower to get through when they're working on those lanes of traffic. The tentative date of completion is September 27th. Mendot wants to remind drivers to obey traffic laws especially when driving through those work zones. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.