Austin Bluffs Parkway closure could be devastating for one Colorado Springs business owner

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – For the last nine years, Rob Fraley has owned Doug’s breakfast and lunch. Serving up large portioned meals in his New Mexico-themed diner.

Aliens and other out-of-this-world themes can be seen throughout the restaurant.

“It’s been a labor of love, and it’s been in my retirement,” Fraley said. “This is my retirement.”

Fraley says the construction work being done on Austin Bluffs Parkway could greatly impact his bottom line.

“People avoid the area, you know. Our normal, you know, foot traffic coming in is down by, you know, 50, 60, 70 percent during the week,” Farley said.

The closures and traffic patterns have already begun; the first step of prep work has started and is expected to last until the 13th. The water valve installations take place from the 14th to the 17th.

With road restoration taking place from the 24th through June 7th. Fraley says despite the difficulties he anticipates, his place will stay open.

“Don’t be afraid to, you know, come on in here and say hi,” Fraley said. “And, you know, we’ll give you a great meal. And, you know, we do appreciate every person walking through our door.”

Fraley says you can still visit Doug’s during regular business hours for breakfast and lunch. He also says you can still get to his restaurant from Austin Bluffs, it might just take a little more time.

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