Lake Forest expected construction to begin in late October 2026 and take 120 working days, but only if the contract was approved. The documents posted so far do not show the October 20 vote, so the start is not confirmed.
What the city is deciding
The Council was asked on October 20 to award an $8,472,125 construction contract to Sequel Contractors, Inc. The item appeared on the consent calendar, a group of routine items usually considered together in one vote. The proposed contract was the lowest of six bids.
Where and who it affects
The work covers Bake Parkway between Rancho Parkway and South Pointe Drive. It also covers Normandale Drive and Regency Lane within Lake Forest.
A city pavement report recommended full depth reconstruction between Orchard Street and Crescent Bay Drive. It recommended localized pavement repairs and removal and replacement of the top asphalt layer on the remaining Bake Parkway segments.
What it could mean for your property
The project would repair and resurface the listed streets. Bake Parkway work would also include accessible curb ramps and pedestrian signals, traffic signal detection upgrades, utility adjustments, and replacement of signs, striping and pavement markings.
Normandale Drive and Regency Lane would receive pavement repairs and new asphalt reinforced with fiber for added strength and longevity. Updated striping would add dedicated bicycle lanes along Regency Lane and on Normandale Drive from Regency Lane to El Toro Road.
The total estimated project cost is $9,700,000, including inspection, construction support and contingency. The City Manager could authorize up to $847,212.50 in extra work. Funding would come from Measure M2 Local Fairshare, the Road Maintenance Rehabilitation Account and the City Road Infrastructure Fund. The report does not mention a new fee or assessment on property owners.
The documents do not state the construction order, lane closures, detours, parking limits, work hours or how residents would be notified.
Questions to ask before you buy or build
- What construction dates and traffic restrictions will apply near this address?
- Is the nearby section scheduled for full depth reconstruction or localized repairs?
- Will access to the property change during the work?
What happens next
The documents posted so far do not show whether the Council awarded the contract. If approved, construction was expected to begin in late October 2026, with 120 working days allowed for completion. Plans and specifications are available through the City Clerk and the city’s OpenGov bid platform.