Pathways Under Construction
Schedules are subject to change. Updates are posted below.
Project Updates
September 6, 2023 - Construction Update
Thank you for your patience while we build the new pathways on Douglas and Hallinan.
Douglas Way
Crews paved portions of the new asphalt pathway on Douglas Way last week, and are finishing up some sections near the new concrete sidewalk and curbs. All work on Douglas is expected to be complete by the end of September.
Hallinan Street
Crews paved portions of the pathway and areas near the new sidewalk on Hallinan Street last week. Unfortunately not all work is finished in time for school returning. All work on Hallinan is expected to be complete in the coming weeks.
Boca Ratan Drive
Construction on the new Boca Ratan Drive pathway is planned to start in mid-September!
August 25, 2023 - Construction Update
Douglas Way
Crews are ramping up the final sidewalk pours and getting ready for paving portions of the new asphalt pathway near the school. Paving is expected to occur next week, prior to school returning in early September.
Hallinan Street
Crews continue to make progress with the new concrete sidewalk and asphalt pathway. Crews are doing a last push to complete the majority of the work before school returns. Paving is expected to occur next week!
Boca Ratan
Construction is expected to begin in mid-September on the new Boca Ratan pathway!
Key information:
- Work hours are 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. Some Saturday work may also take place during the hours of 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Expect lane closures during work hours with traffic shifted. Flaggers may direct traffic.
- Access will remain open to residents, school, emergency services, mail, and garbage collection.
- During work hours, expect brief delays, dust, vibration, and noise from activities and equipment.
- Underground utilities will be marked on the street and in the right-of-way with paint. Wooden stakes may also be placed in some areas within the project area.
- Steel plates may be placed, and equipment will be stored on the street or in the right-of-way.
- On-street parking may be restricted at times in the work zone.
- The project team will coordinate any driveway reconstruction or mailbox relocations with impacted residents in advance.
August 10, 2023 - Construction Update
Douglas Way
Construction is progressing well on the new sidewalk and pathway on Douglas Way. Crews are expecting to pave the asphalt portions of the new pathway by the end of August/early September, in time for when school returns. Most major work is expected to be done in early September, with some remaining miscellaneous cleanup and restoration items taking place through September.
Hallinan Street
Several segments of the new sidewalk have been formed and poured on Hallinan. New curb ramps, curbs, and gutters have been poured at Hemlock.
July 31, 2023 - Tree Removal Application on Douglas Way
The City is applying for a Type II Tree Removal Application for three trees located in the public right-of-way, at approximately 4040 Douglas Way. This is out of a precaution only.
During design, the City tried to minimize any potential impacts to existing tree roots. However, to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, we will need to excavate several inches deeper from where the current gravel pathway is located, which is adjacent to the existing trees. It is likely that many of the large roots may be impacted on one side of the three trees.
We are applying for the removal permit as a contingency plan. We intend to construct the pathway and monitor the health of the trees moving forward. We will not remove the trees unless they pose a threat to public safety.
If we need to remove the trees, we will plant three new trees in the same general location, away from conflict with the pathway.
July 27, 2023 - Construction Update
Douglas Way
Work is progressing well on the new sidewalk and pathway along Douglas Way. Several segments have been installed (see below).
Hallinan Street
Tree protection fencing and erosion control has been installed.
Crews have started working on the new sidewalk and intersection bump outs on Hemlock Street near the school. Concrete forms are being placed to build the new sidewalk (see below). The roadway has been sawcut along Hallinan Street where the new sidewalk will be installed.
July 7, 2023 - Construction Update
Douglas Way
Preliminary activities have started on Douglas Way, including surveying. Tree protection fencing will be installed during the week of July 10, followed by demolition work and excavation.
Hallinan Street
Preliminary construction activities are expected to start the week of July 10, including surveying, installing tree protection fencing and erosion control.
June 23, 2023 - Construction Starting Soon on Hallinan Street Pathway
Construction of the new Hallinan Street pathway between Hemlock Street and Hawthorne Drive is expected to start after July 4th and continue through summer. Key information:
- Major construction is expected to be complete before school returns this fall.
- Work hours are 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. Some Saturday work may also take place during the hours of 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Expect lane closures during work hours with traffic shifted. Flaggers may direct traffic.
- Access will remain open to residents, school, emergency services, mail, and garbage collection.
- During work hours, expect brief delays, dust, vibration, and noise from activities and equipment.
- Underground utilities will be marked on the street and in the right-of-way with paint. Wooden stakes may also be placed in some areas within the project area.
- Steel plates may be placed, and equipment will be stored on the street or in the right-of-way.
- On-street parking may be restricted at times in the work zone.
- The project team will coordinate any driveway reconstruction or mailbox relocations with impacted residents in advance.
June 16, 2023 - Construction Starting Soon on Douglas Way Pathway
Construction of the new Douglas Way pathway between Quarry Road and Boones Ferry Road is expected to start the week of June 26 and continue through August. Crews plan to mobilize their equipment, begin saw-cutting, installing erosion control and tree protection fencing the week of June 26. Demolition and general excavation work is expected to take place the week of July 3 (no work will take place on July 4). In mid-July, concrete curb, gutter, driveways, ramps and sidewalk is expected to be installed.
Key information:
- Major construction is expected to be complete before school returns.
- Work hours are 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. Some Saturday work may also take place from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- During work hours, lane closures may be in place and traffic shifted. Flaggers may direct traffic.
- Access will remain open to businesses, school, residents, and emergency services.
- Expect brief delays, dust, vibration, and noise from activities and equipment.
- Steel plates may be placed, and equipment will be stored on the street in the right-of-way.
- On-street parking may be prohibited at times – watch for no-parking signs.
- Residents requiring driveway pours will be notified in advance of possible temporary closures.
Heike Shipton, Senior Associate Engineer
503-697-6510