Wokingham Borough Connect
 Photo credit: Peter Novell
What's coming up
Drainage works continue as the team dig along Nine Mile Ride and install new pipework. Preparation works on the pavement and kerb lines also continue next week, as well as trial holes that will be carried out in preparation for phase three drainage works further down the line.
 Photo credit: Peter Novell
What's been happening
The project team have been focused on preparation works to allow the installation of the new drainage network within the phase two closure. They have successfully overcome a number of obstacles including existing pipework not shown on plans provided by utility companies.
 Team overcoming issues with old utility pipes that were not on the plans provided
Current time scales for the project
With any project of this scale, it is difficult to provide set dates as there are so many variables. As we saw in phase one things like the weather and the discovery of unknown existing pipework means we need to adapt and make changes and come up with alternative solutions.
However, we thought it would be helpful if we provided some key upcoming dates we are currently working to, with the understanding that these may change.
The majority of phase two works are due to be completed by early to mid August. However, some aspects of phase two, like resurfacing and lining works, are due to be completed overnight under a road closure during phase three.
We plan to have an additional team joining the project on 24 June, which will allow us to start phase three drainage works earlier than planned, while our current team are working on the phase two programme.
We aim to reopen the crossroads early to mid August, with temporary traffic lights remaining in place, but this is subject to change. The majority of works are due to be completed by 2 September but some aspects, including some overnight resurfacing and linings works, are currently due to take place between early to mid September.
 Apply for a postal vote
The general election is taking place on Thursday 4 July with California Ratepayers Hall and Finchampstead Baptist Church (FBC) Centre being the main polling stations near the crossroads.
You can now apply for a postal vote online and the deadline is 5pm on Wednesday 19 June. To receive a paper application form, you can contact the electoral services team by email or call (0118) 974 6000. This form can be returned by email, or by post to our offices at Shute End in Wokingham.
Before you apply for a postal vote, you must first check you are registered to vote, with the deadline for this being 11.59pm on Tuesday 18 June.
 Supporting your local businesses
Just a reminder that all your local businesses remain open throughout the improvement project.
Parking is still available at Avery Car Park via Jubilee Road and pedestrian access is available to all businesses at all times.
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