Update on MV Downtown Pipeline Replacement Project, June 24

The City of Mill Valley Department of Public Works is working closely with PG&E on a pipeline replacement project in the Downtown area of Mill Valley. The purpose of this project is to enhance gas service to PG&E customers by replacing the gas lines with modern piping, creating a safer and more reliable natural gas system.

Construction began the week of March 17 and will continue through July 2014. Please note that all construction schedules are subject to change due to weather restrictions and other unforeseen delays.

Here is the latest news on the downtown pipeline replacement project:

What happened last week: Gas main installation was completed on Throckmorton Ave between E Blithedale Ave and Corte Madera Ave and between Bernard St and Madrona St, as well as on Madrona St between Lovell Ave and Throckmorton Ave. The majority of pavement restoration was completed on Corte Madera Ave between Gardner St and Throckmorton Ave.

What is happening this week:  PG&E crews will be restoring the sidewalk at the Mill Valley Market. Gas main installation and service connections will continue on Throckmorton Ave between E Blithedale Ave and Corte Madera Ave, and on Madrona St.

What to expect in the next few weeks: PG&E anticipates completing gas service connections on Throckmorton Ave between E Blithedale Ave and Corte Madera Ave as well as service connections on Madrona St. Pavement restoration will be completed on Madrona St between Throckmorton Ave and Lovell Ave, on Throckmorton Ave between E Blithedale Ave and Corte Madera Ave, and Bernard St between Lovell Ave and Throckmorton Ave. Gas main installation on Lovell Ave between Corte Madera Ave and Bernard St will begin.

The City recommends that motorists:

• Add time to your trip and plan ahead.
• Use the recommended detours during construction.

PG&E and City staff are making every effort to mitigate traffic impacts during construction in the downtown area and are working with the Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce to notify local businesses and residents of the planned work. The City is also working closely with PG&E to ensure that the construction work will not affect emergency vehicle access or response times.

If you have any questions or concerns specific to this project please call PG&E:

• Customer Care Representative Aaron Murphy - 707-577-1062
• All other PG&E related questions - 1-800-743-5000
• If you smell gas - 1-800-743-5000 (24/7)

The City and PG&E will provide regular updates to the community regarding the project. Please visit the Downtown Pipeline Replacement Project page for the most up-to-date information.