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Everywhere you look... it's a construction zone!
by Boise Doaglo
http://www.dvconstruction.com
It seems like every time one construction project gets
finished, another one starts! Nowadays, it's nearly
impossible to travel for even 1 mile without seeing
construction barricades on the roads. Population increases
lead to growth, but sometimes it seems more of a setback
than a good thing! Construction brings noise and dirty
conditions, but there is no way around it. It is important
to remember that sometimes dealing with inconveniences with
construction in the short term will lead to years of
pleasure in the long run. Although sometimes hard to see
initially, construction brings growth, which brings jobs,
which brings growth in the economy. An end result of win-
win for everyone.
Driving around town can be especially frustrating when there
are construction problems. If you live in a high growth
area with lots of car traffic, road construction can really
snarl up the commute. If this is your situation you need to
try to remain calm and in control of your emotions. Traffic
problems can make an already stressful day seem that much
more so. Don't rush. Just take a deep breath and take it
as slowly and safely as the situation calls for. Plan ahead
if possible to allow yourself extra time. Find alternate
routes that you can take. Speeding or driving erraticly
through a construction zone is not only dangerous, it is
also illegal and you could find yourself slapped with a
fine. There are special laws for construction zones
designed to protect you, the other drivers, and the workers.
In newer residential areas, you will probably see a lot of
housing construction. The vacant lots that may have been
covered with weeds or the old farms and orchards are being
plowed under to make room for new homes, apartments, and
families. This can be dusty, noisy, and inconvenient. Be
patient and remember that at one point the home you live in
was new construction as well.
Commercial construction is yet another area of concern. If
they are building a new shopping center, office building or
factory in the area where you are traveling you need to
take extra precautions. Big equipment like cranes, graders,
and bulldozers take extra room to turn and may also drive
more slowly. Try to move away from them if possible, and if
not just make sure that they know you are there.
Construction is a necessary part of growth. Growth is a
necessary part of our society. As long as people continue
to have families we will have growth. These families and
individuals need homes, jobs, places to shop, and places to
recreate. New construction is a sign that the economy is
doing well. A good economy is good for everyone. So, when
you see those construction barriers and large trucks and the
men and women with the hard hats and brightly colored vests,
take a deep breath, relax, and drive safely, carefully, and
be considerate to your fellow drivers and travelers.
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