Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Roosevelt Island Good Shepherd Plaza Restoration Project Scheduled To Start Thursday, July 28 - Existing Pavers, Light Poles and Drains To Be Removed, New Ones Installed


The Roosevelt Island Good Shepherd Plaza Restoration Project is scheduled to begin on Thursday, July 28. According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC):
  • Phase 1 covering the Southern portion of the Plaza will take place from July 28- September 6
  • Phase 2 covering the  Northern portion of the Plaza will take place from September 6 - 23
  • Phase 3 covering the Eastern sidewalk will take place from September 26- October3
I asked RIOC Vice President of Operations Fernando Martinez what work will be done during these various phases but have not received a response yet. According to RIOC's Request For Proposals for the Good Shepherd Plaza Renovation Project, the scope of work for the project includes:
  • Removal and disposal of existing concrete and brick pavers, light poles and trench drains. 
  • Excavation and disposal for installation of new pavement sub-base. 
  • Installation of new precast concrete unit pavers and concrete curbs and sidewalks 
  • Installation of new trench drains with connection to existing storm drainage system 
  • Relocation of existing planters, benches and signs 
  • Installation of new light poles and extension of existing electrical service

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