Notice: Tree Protection and Exploratory Excavation Beginning Monday, April 29
As part of the upcoming Elm Street Reconstruction Project, the City’s contractor, Newport Construction, will mobilize on Monday, April 29th to begin installing tree protection, as well as beginning some excavation work on the street . Crews will work primarily between Hampshire Street and Webster Avenue.
This work is expected to take approximately 1 week to complete, weather permitting .
Detours will be in place during work hours. Please look for Detour signs, Road Closed signs, and No Parking signs as they will be changing frequently during the work.What to Expect During Construction:
• General work hours will be 7am – 4pm, Monday-Friday.Information & Assistance :
Questions regarding this project? Contact Kristen Kelleher, Community Relations Manager, at 617-349-4825 / kkelleher@cambridgema.gov or Melissa Miguel, Supervising Engineer, at 617-349-9351 / mmiguel@cambridgema.gov . For more information about the project, visit www.CambridgeMA.gov/ElmStreet . If you have any special needs or disabilities, please contact us to arrange for special accommodation that may be necessary.
September 2022:
Bidding for this project was delayed. The bid is now open until October 6, 2022.
Community Presentation for the Elm Street Reconstruction Project
The video presentation for the community meeting on Wednesday, December 16th is now available to view. Residents who wish to submit questions in advance of the meeting may do so to kriley@cambridgema.gov . Advance questions, as well as new questions received “live”, will be answered during the meeting.
VIDEO
To view the video in full screen: http://https//youtu.be/FoSEiP198sk
Community Meeting Notice: Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 6PM
Elm Street, between Hampshire Street and the Cambridge City line, is scheduled for roadway and sidewalk reconstruction.Wednesday, December 16th from 6pm to 7:30pm for a virtual community meeting to review the proposed reconstruction plans, discuss project schedule, and answer questions.The meeting can be accessed through this link:https://cambridgema.zoom.us/j/82437814607 https://www.cambridgema.gov/Departments/publicworks/cityprojects/2019/elmstreconstructionproject beginning Friday, December 11th, so that residents who wish to submit questions in advance of the meeting may do so. Advance questions, as well as new questions received “live”, will be answered during the meeting. kriley@cambridgema.gov / 617-349-4870.
Notice: Chapter 90, Contract 24 - Community Meeting Wednesday March 18th
Elm St., between Webster Ave. and Hampshire St., is scheduled for upcoming street and sidewalk reconstruction as part of the City’s 5 Year Plan.Wednesday, March 18th from 6PM-7:30PM at the Public Works Main Conference Room, 147 Hampshire Street to discuss the Elm St. Reconstruction Project.kriley@cambridgema.gov / 617.349.4870. For information about the project please contact Melissa Miguel, Supervising Engineer at mmiguel@cambridgema.gov . For traffic calming information contact Juan P. Avendano, Community Development Project Manager, at 617.349.4655 / javendano@cambridgema.gov .
Notice: Chapter 90, Contract 24 - Catch Basin Inspections
As part of the continued design process, crews will be inspecting catch basins beginning Tuesday 11/12. "No Parking" signs will be posted 48 hours in advance. Work will last approximately 1-2 days at each location.
Notice: Chapter 90, Contract 24 - Community Meeting Tuesday October 15th
Elm St., between Webster Ave. and Hampshire St., is scheduled for upcoming street and sidewalk reconstruction as part of the City’s 5 Year Plan.
The Department of Public Works will be hosting a community meeting on Tuesday, October 15th from 6PM-7:30PM at DPW offices located at 147 Hampshire Street to discuss the Elm St. Reconstruction Project.
The project is part of the City’s Complete Streets initiative to design and operate streets that are safe for all users including pedestrians, cyclists, motorists and public transit users. The focus of this meeting will be to discuss the design and construction process and solicit feedback from the community. We encourage you to attend, as we value the feedback we receive from Cambridge residents and businesses.
Information and Assistance:
The City of Cambridge does not discriminate on the basis of disability. The City of Cambridge will provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative format, and reasonable modifications in policies upon request. For more information, please contact Melissa Miguel, Supervising Engineer, at 617-349-9351/ mmiguel@cambridgema.gov . To receive future updates via email, please contact Kate Riley, Community Relations Manager, at kriley@cambridgema.gov / 617-349-4870.