washington avenue reconstruction project city of chelsea public informational meeting may 31, 2011
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Washington Avenue Reconstruction Project
Washington Avenue Reconstruction Project
City of ChelseaPublic Informational Meeting
May 31, 2011
Why Project is Occurring
Poor Roadway Conditions Separation of Sewer and Stormwater Replacement of Water Replacement of Gas (by National Grid)
What Does the Project Entail?
Project Details Geographic Scope of the Work
Heard St to Route 16 Back of Sidewalk to Back of Sidewalk Reconfiguration of Cary Square
Full-Depth Roadway Reconstruction Explanation1. New Street Surface2. New Sidewalks3. Streetscape Amenities (Benches, Bike Racks, Trees,
Etc.)
What Does the Project Entail?
Funding Sources Municipal Borrowings through General Obligation Sewer and Water Bonds Chapter 90 Funds Community Development Block Grant Funding MWRA Grant and Zero Interest Loans
Total of $6M+
What Does the Project Entail?
Project Construction Schedule Water, Sanitary & Drain - Spring/Summer/Fall 2011
Streetscape – Spring/Summer/Fall 2012
Completion – Spring 2013
Project Schedule
• Contract has been awarded to J. Marchese and Sons
• Work starts Monday June 6th
• Work hours approximately 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday