The Durango-La Plata County Airport reminds its passengers to arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes before their scheduled departure time.

As the airport enters the summer travel season, lines may be longer than anticipated.

Street, sidewalk projects announced

The city of Durango Streets Department announces these street and sidewalk projects:

Americans with Disabilities Act ramp construction in the Crestview neighborhood is scheduled to be completed Friday. ADA Ramp construction in the Delwood neighborhood will commence Monday with completion set for June 27.

Pavement reconstruction on portions of Montview should be complete June 27.

Milling and asphalt overlays on West Third Avenue, Kearney, Highland and Glenisle will begin Monday and should be completed July 3.

Residents will find some localized parking restrictions during construction. Areas designated for construction materials, vehicles and work will be posted with no-parking signs 24 hours in advance. Limited traffic interruptions should be expected.

For more information, call Levi Lloyd at 375-4839.

People sought for medical study

People who are enrolled or have tried to enroll in Medicaid or in the Healthcare Marketplace may be able to earn $25 for participating in a focus group for a statewide medical study sponsored by the Colorado Health Foundation.

When completed, this study will provide a comprehensive picture of the various barriers to Colorado residents signing up for health coverage. To participate, fill out a three-minute questionnaire at http://tinyurl.com/cocoverage or text “Focus” to 888999.

For more information, call Andre Leonard at (303) 895-3658.

Road work begins on 160 near Hesperus

The Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor Oldcastle SW Group Inc. have begun a project to improve the surface of U.S. Highway 160 between Durango and Hesperus, a distance of about 10 miles.

First, crews will patch damaged areas along the stretch. Then, they will apply a one-inch layer of asphalt to smooth and correct the roadway surface, followed by a two-inch asphalt overlay. The work also will include guardrail upgrades. Through the project’s completion in mid-October, drivers can expect a single lane closure in each direction from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Work hours may extend past 5 p.m. later this summer. The speed limit is reduced to 40 mph. Drivers should plan for some relatively minor delays.

For more information or to leave a message, call (970) 254-3288.

Horse barrel race to take place Saturday

The Southwest Barrel Racers Association will host a horse barrel race Saturday at the Sky Ute Fairgrounds, 200 Colorado Highway 151 in Ignacio.

The time-only runs will start at 10:30 a.m., and the open race will start at 12:30 p.m. The cost for the open race is $40, the 4D Youth and Seniors is $30, and the 2D Pole Bending is $10. There is a $10 nonmember fee. People do not have to be a member to participate. There will be jackpot money and prizes for each division.

For more information, call Patti Carlile at 799-8968 or email [email protected].

Herald Staff