Construction Update 9/24/2021

Phase 1 (West 55th Street, Beard Avenue (south half), Beard Court, Drew Avenue (south half) and Ewing Circle

• Preparing the boulevards for topsoil placement, including removing debris and soils to a 6" depth, and any grading required to blend the boulevards into the curb began on 9/24 and is scheduled to continue during the week of 9/27.
• Irrigation system repairs began on 9/24 and are scheduled to continue the week of 9/27
• Topsoil installation will begin after the boulevard preparation and irrigation system repairs are complete.

Phase 2 (West 54th Street, Abbott Place, Beard Avenue (north half), Drew Avenue (north half) and Fuller Street

• Storm sewer installation is anticipated to be complete on Fuller Street on 9/24. Storm sewer work is scheduled to continue during the week of 9/27 on W 54th St and Abbott Pl. Lane and / or road closures are anticipated on W. 54th St. Expect limited access to other Phase 2 roads and driveways for short periods. The contractor will knock on your front door to notify you of the driveway access restrictions.
• Roadway excavation is scheduled to begin later during the week of 9/27. The contractor will remove at least 1 foot of soil below the current road surface for the full width of the street to install the gravel base and confirm the soils are stable enough to support vehicular traffic. During this work, you can expect periodic loss of access to your driveways for up to an hour. If you need immediate access, please wave to one of the contractors to get their attention and they can accommodate.

US Internet

US Internet plans to install fiber optic lines in the City right of way beginning in October. More details can be found here.

Parking restrictions remain in effect for Phase 1 and 2. There is No Parking from the hours of 7 AM to 9 PM or until the contractor has noticeably left for the day. Please remember these schedules are weather-dependent and are subject to change