OREANDA-NEWS. Vancouver Airport Authority will repave Russ Baker Way between Miller Road and Inglis Drive. Expected to take approximately 12 weeks to complete, the project will ensure that Russ Baker Way remains a safe and reliable road connecting Richmond, YVR and Vancouver.

Expected impact to local traffic includes:

• Reduced speed limits in construction zones

• Cycling lanes closed in either direction

• Intermittent lane closures

• Work performed at night wherever possible to minimize impact

To complete the project as safely and quickly as possible, traffic lanes will remain open at all times, as follows:

• Two lanes will operate in each direction during the day (6 a.m. - 8 p.m.)

• One lane will operate in each direction at night (8 p.m. - 6 a.m.)

Drivers: Please allow for extra travel time if using Russ Baker Way and check the City of Richmond's traffic cameras for real-time reports before you go. Additionally, project updates will be available through the Airport Authority's Twitter feed @yvrairport.

Cyclists: For safety reasons, cycling lanes on Russ Baker Way will be closed in either direction during the project, as will Flight Path Park which is also undergoing a facelift this summer. An alternate route connecting Richmond to YVR via Cessna Drive is available. More details are available on our blog.

Russ Baker Way is a major artery for motor vehicle traffic and cyclists. Once complete in early Fall 2013, the repaved road will offer safer and more reliable access to and from YVR, Richmond and Vancouver for neighbouring residents, local businesses, travellers and commuters. Cyclists will also enjoy a new bike lane connecting Russ Baker Way to the community of Burkeville.

Thank you for your patience as we work to keep our roadways safe and reliable for drivers and cyclists.