June, 2010:  If you've driven, walked, or bicycled down Jackson Avenue recently, you've likely noticed some new utility poles positioned in odd places. 

What you are witnessing is the first phase of a roadway improvement program that will address several safety and traffic flow issues that have plagued Jackson Avenue for many decades.

Presently, LIPA and Verizon are relocating their lines to accommodate the widening and re-routing of Jackson Avenue at several critical points.  This is in anticipation of a late summer groundbreaking for the actual construction work.

The Syosset Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to doing whatever it can to minimize the impact of this construction on businesses in the downtown area and the residents who shop here.  Accordingly, we will be liaising with the Department of Transportation for construction and road closing updates and with elected officials who can provide useful information about the status of the project.

As of the present time, the engineers of the project do not anticipate having to close Jackson Avenue entirely at any time during construction.  Please check back for further updates.