CURRENT STATUS:
Contractor Charles Contracting has completed the installation of the new brick crosswalks and granite cobble medians within the project limits. Current work includes the utility work by CMLP, Verizon and Comcast related the relocation of the utility pole adjacent to the Starbucks property. Additionally, the mast arm arrived and was installed on Friday November 6th. Upcoming work will include installation of signalization equipment and pavement milling and final paving operations.
Above photos taken on10/13/09
SCOPE:
The scope of the proposed improvements will include installation of a new traffic control signal system, new turn lanes, and new sidewalks. The new traffic control signal system will provide full vehicle and pedestrian detection, railroad and emergency vehicle pre-emption, and utilize energy efficient LED signal indications, providing an annual maintenance cost savings to the Town.
To help improve the traffic flow through the intersection, dedicated turn lanes will be added by widening the pavement. Curb, sidewalks, and pedestrian access ramps will be reconstructed and additional on-street parking spaces will be provided. Additionally, streetscape elements will be incorporated into the design including flush cobblestone medians and tree plantings. All work will be completed within the existing town right of way.
The majority of the work will occur during the 2009 construction season with the final top course of pavement placed in the spring of 2010.
If you have any questions regarding this project please call the Engineering Division at 978-318-3210.
Click Here to view information taken from a PowerPoint Presentation to the Finance Committee.
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