"It's a re-oiling of the asphalt," Ennis said. "Here in the Valley, the roads drying out with the hot summer sun is one of the big things that causes the life of a pavement to shorten quite a bit. Reclamite goes back in and re-oils those roads."
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The work will continue through next week in the northeast part of the city, and is made possible by Measure N, the half-cent sales tax increase a majority of Visalia voters approved in last November's election.
Ennis says the city has needed Measure N for several years. In April, it became effective.
It will generate more than $10 million a year, and among other things, go towards roads, parks, and public safety, including fire and police.
Visalia Police say they have already hired seven officers with Measure N funds so far this year. The goal is to bring on six more by year's end, and have 30 new officers within ten years.
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In the meantime, Visalians can expect more road projects around town.
Which could mean detours and delays.
"We do have quite a bit of construction and things going on, so be careful, slow down a little, watch the traffic control signs," Ennis said.
For more information on Visalia's Measure N, click here.