NANUET- A long-awaited repaving project on a major Rockland County roadway is set to begin this spring following years of complaints from drivers and advocacy from local officials.
State Senator Bill Weber announced that the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) plans to begin a milling and resurfacing project along New York State Route 304 during the 2026 construction season.
Weber was joined by George Hoehmann, members of the Clarkstown Town Board, and Rockland County Legislator Will Kennelly to announce the project, which represents a $16 million infrastructure investment.
The work will take place along Route 304 from the pavement joint south of West Nyack Road to Route 9W. According to DOT, construction will occur overnight in an effort to reduce disruptions to motorists and nearby businesses.
“For years, residents have raised concerns about the poor condition of Route 304,” Weber said. “The potholes, uneven pavement and overall safety of the roadway have been a constant complaint. I am pleased to see this $16 million investment moving forward and to know that relief is on the way for the thousands of drivers who rely on this road every day.”
The project will include milling the existing roadway surface and applying a new asphalt overlay. Crews will also perform targeted concrete repairs, monitor drainage conditions, restore pavement markings and install audible roadway delineators intended to improve safety for drivers.
Weber said his office began advocating for improvements to the roadway several years ago after hearing concerns from residents and local officials.
“We pushed for this project because our residents deserve safe and reliable infrastructure,” Weber said. “Route 304 is finally being paved, and I am proud that our advocacy helped make this $16 million project a reality.”
Weber also highlighted additional infrastructure work in the district, including a $9 million improvement project along New York State Route 303 from Al Foxie Way to Route 9W in the towns of Clarkstown and Orangetown. That project is currently underway and is expected to be completed by next winter.
“Safe roads are not a luxury — they are essential to our daily lives, our local economy and the well-being of our community,” Weber said. “I will continue working with state and local partners to ensure that Rockland County receives the infrastructure investment it deserves.”
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