Washington Avenue Reconstruction Project City of Chelsea Public 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 Explanation 1. New Street Surface 2. New Sidewalks 3. 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 6 th Work hours approximately 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Construction Schedule

June Construction

July Construction

August Construction

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