Vernon Officials: Paving Projects Will Be Done Before School Starts

VERNON, CT — Road resurfacing is taking place along two major local thoroughfares in Vernon precariously close to the start of the 2026-27 school year in Vernon, but town officials are saying have no fear, the work will be done in time.

The work is being done is several key areas, including:

• Vernon Avenue (from South Street to West Main Street in Downtown Rockville)
• Center Road
• The fork at the foot of Peterson Road (which leads to Vernon Center Middle School and Center Road School)
• Vernon Summit Road

Milling took place last week, which left the roads in a rough and tumble shape throughout the weekend. A new coating will be put in place.

Despite some morning mist, paving was able to begin Monday.

Town officials said things should be done by the end of this week, weather-permitting. Traffic restrictions are in place, which means no through vehicles should take place. Neighborhood motorists are being advised to pass at their own risk.

Milling was performed by Rafferty Fine Grading. Galasso Paving is performing the paving work.

Replacement of curbs, catch basin tops and driveway aprons will be at the discretion of the lead road foreman of the Vernon Public Works Department.

Roads may be closed to all through traffic during work times. Local traffic will be accommodated but there may be delays. Emergency vehicles will have access at all times.

Work is scheduled for 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day, but could be extended into the evening if unanticipated issues arise.

The first day of school for students in Vernon is scheduled for Aug. 27 for the 2026–2027 academic year.