Two Westfield Streets Scheduled for Paving This Week

Two Westfield streets are on the paving schedule for the week of October 5, 2026, as the town continues its comprehensive road improvement initiative. Weather permitting, the town's contractor expects to mill and pave Windsor Avenue and Elm Street.

This Week's Paving Work

Windsor Avenue (from Grandview Avenue to South Avenue) and Elm Street (from East Broad Street to Dudley Avenue) are scheduled for milling and paving this week. Weather conditions may affect the timeline.

A Multi-Year Program

The town's road paving initiative, which began in 2018, is in its final phase. Westfield is working to repave all 100 miles of town-owned roads by the end of 2026. The plan targets approximately 40 roads for resurfacing in 2026.

Mayor Jeremy Berman and the town prioritized 16 roads for completion during summer 2026 because of their proximity to schools, ensuring safer conditions for students and families.

Utility Company Work

In 2019, the Westfield town council adopted an ordinance requiring utility companies to perform full curb-to-curb road restoration on any roadway segment longer than 50 feet affected by utility infrastructure work. This partnership has accelerated progress: utility companies have already paved five roads in 2026.

2026 Completed Roads

The town has paved or repaved dozens of streets so far this year. Among completed roads are Pearl Street, Boynton Avenue, Harrow Road, Sycamore Street, Oxford Terrace, Bell Drive, Summit Court, Summit Avenue, Nevada Street, Tice Place, Sandy Hill Road, Brightwood Avenue, Dorian Road, Dorian Place, First Street, St. Georges Place, St. John's Place, Highgate Avenue, Talcott Road, Tamaques Way, Seward Avenue pathways, Fairhill Road, Fairhill Drive, Woodmere Drive, Mountainview Terrace, Winyah Avenue, Gallows Hill Road, Harding Street, Morris Avenue, Coolidge Street, Osborn Avenue, Clark Street, Effingham Place, Stanmore Place, Rahway Avenue, Tuttle Parkway, Nomahegan Drive, Manitou Circle, Unami Terrace, Marlin Court, Boulevard, and Landsdowne Avenue.

Speed Bump Reinstallation

Speed bumps on Gallows Hill Road will be reinstated as part of the ongoing infrastructure improvements.

The comprehensive program represents a significant town investment in road safety and quality of life for all Westfield residents.

FAQ

Q: Which roads are being paved this week?

A: Windsor Avenue (from Grandview Avenue to South Avenue) and Elm Street (from East Broad Street to Dudley Avenue) are scheduled for milling and paving the week of October 5, 2026.

Q: Will these streets be closed during paving?

A: The roads will remain open but expect delays and reduced traffic flow during active paving work. The process typically takes a few days per road, weather permitting.

Q: What is Westfield's overall road paving plan?

A: Westfield launched a comprehensive multi-year road paving initiative in 2018 with the goal of repaving all 100 miles of town-owned roads by the end of 2026. Approximately 40 roads are scheduled for resurfacing in 2026, with about 40+ already completed or in progress.

Q: Why were 16 roads prioritized for summer 2026?

A: The town prioritized 16 roads for completion during summer 2026 because they are located near schools, ensuring safer conditions for students, families, and school traffic.

Q: What does the 2019 utility ordinance require?

A: The ordinance requires utility companies performing work on roadway segments longer than 50 feet to perform full curb-to-curb road restoration, not just patch repairs. This speeds up overall road improvement in town.

Q: How many roads have been paved so far in 2026?

A: As of October 2026, dozens of Westfield streets have been completed or resurfaced, including Pearl Street, Boynton Avenue, Harrow Road, Sycamore Street, and many others. Check the town's announcement for the complete list of 2026 paved roads.

Q: What happens if weather delays the paving?

A: All paving work is weather-dependent. If weather interferes with the scheduled week, work may be postponed or extended into the following week. The town will provide updates through municipal alerts.