What You Need To Know About Oneonta's Upcoming Road Changes

On Thursday, April 17, 2025, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $4 million project to enhance safety and improve traffic flow in the City of Oneonta.

A roundabout will replace the current intersection of James F. Lettis Highway and Main Street, which will reduce vehicle congestion, mobility, and idling, plus make it easier for pedestrians and motorists to reach area destinations, according to the announcement.

The City of Oneonta is a true gem of the I-88 corridor, with a robust, walkable downtown, thriving businesses and thousands of college students making this Mohawk Valley community their home every year. We want to make sure that everyone in Oneonta reaches their destinations as safely as possible, and that’s just what this new roundabout and other community enhancements will provide. - New York State Governor Kathy Hochul

In addition to the new roundabout, the project will include new sidewalks, lighting, signage, new drainage systems, and landscaping.

The Governor's Office notes that roundabouts maximize safety, minimize congestion, are more sustainable, and efficient than traditional intersections. Roundabouts eliminate the need for traffic signals.

According to Governor Hochul's Office, the project begins this month (April), starting with tree removal and other site preparation activities. Early to mid-July is when major construction will begin on the northern end of the intersection and the interior of the roundabout.

During construction, ramps to and from the Lettis Highway will be open to traffic traveling eastbound on Main Street, according to the announcement. All other vehicular and pedestrian access will be closed.

Work will begin on the southern end of the intersection and the ramps to and from Lettis Highway in mid-September, with the ramp onto Lettis Highway southbound closed. Traffic traveling eastbound on Main Street will also be detoured around the intersection.

Throughout construction, detours for vehicles and pedestrians will be posted. A free, 24-hour shuttle service will be provided during periods when access to the work zone will be restricted, with pickup and drop-off locations, including two on Main Street and two on Lettis Highway.

For more information, visit the Governor Hochul website.

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