[RP TownTalk] [RP Town Announce] Riverdale Park Station - Construction Update Notice for the weeks of October 6 and October 13, 2014

Tue Oct 7 14:33:24 UTC 2014

*Dear All,*

*I just want to take a moment to thank Mr. Robert Lockhart of Capital
Construction Consultants for his professionalism in handling my concerns
for the University Park residents along the Route 1 corridor construction
site.  Not only did he listen to my concerns for these residents, but he
promptly acted by insuring that the dust from the construction site be
minimalized.*

*I was so excited that Mr. Lockhart addressed my concerns so timely!  And,
when I read this update from the Riverdale Park Town Hall, I ran to my
husband to see if he had seen the email, and he responded that he had
already noticed it, even before I got to him.*

*My humble thanks and gratitude goes out to Mr. Lockhart for his attention
to this matter.  His sensitivity to the impact of the L.F. Jennings
construction project to the residents of University Park, be it ever so
small, is really a big deal!*

*Thank you Mr. Lockhart.  I look forward to shopping at Whole Foods and
enjoying the new Riverdale Park Station.*

*Sincerely,*

*Marilyn Schoppet*
*Riverdale Park, MD*

On Mon, Oct 6, 2014 at 1:43 PM, Jessica Barnes <jbarnes at riverdaleparkmd.gov>
wrote:

> *CONSTRUCTION UPDATE NOTICE *
>
> *Weeks of: October 6, 2014 and October 13, 2014 *
>
>
>
> *What to Expect On-Site the Next Two Weeks: *
>
> During the next two weeks of work, the General Contractor, L.F. Jennings,
> will continue construction of the Whole Foods Market and continue with site
> utility work.
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>
>
> They will also continue clearing the site, as well as continue removal and
> haul-off of excess soil, trees and rubble. This will include work along the
> Route 1 buffer area.
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> L.F. Jennings will also be performing installation of storm drain outfall
> piping from Wells Run, up Route 1, to the SW corner of the site. These
> activities will require heavy equipment along Route 1, all of the way to
> Wells Run.
>
>
>
> The installation of the retaining walls along both the Northern & Southern
> property lines will begin. Pile & lagging will be required for the Northern
> retaining wall & the driving of these steel piles will begin within the
> next two weeks.
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> Two of the construction entrances to the site are located along Route 1
> located near each end of the project site and one additional entrance at
> the end of Rhode Island Ave.
>
>
>
> *Dust Control Measures: *
>
> We have incorporated several measures to help control dust. We have a
> trailer on-site with sprinkler heads that sprinkle water on the areas where
> trucks are traversing. This generally keeps the dust down. During long
> periods without rain we are utilizing a large tanker truck that will also
> sprinkle the site.
>
>
>
> Areas where no immediate activity is planned have been covered with straw
> to keep the dust down. Areas without scheduled activity in the near future
> have been seeded so that grass can grow and stabilize the earth so it does
> not contribute to the dust.
>
>
>
> We have also incorporated some new measures to control dust on the
> streets. First, we have extended the gravel at the construction entrances,
> well beyond the County/State requirements, to reduce the opportunity for
> mud to be tracked onto the adjacent streets. Second, prior to street
> sweeping we are watering the road to keep the street sweeper from stirring
> up dust. We will continue to monitor these efforts and make any necessary
> changes to keep the dust down.
>
>
>
> *Lane Closures: *
>
> The three center lanes of Route 1 (northbound fast lane, center turn lane
> and southbound fast lane) will be closed periodically between the hours of
> 9am to 3pm to allow for the installation of the storm drain outfall pipe
> that goes down the center of the highway between the site and Wells Run. As
> the work of installing the new storm line under Route 1 is being performed
> there will be a work area established in Route 1 that will close off three
> lanes during non-rush hours. The work plan has been approved by the State
> and all safety measures required by the State to assure drivers,
> pedestrians and workmen are safe.
>
>
>
> *Future Plans: *
>
> • One to two month look-ahead –
>
> o Continue all of the above work but start an additional building to
> provide new retail to the area.
>
> o Start utility infrastructure throughout the site
>
>
>
> • Two to six month look-ahead –
>
> o Start additional retail buildings
>
> o Advance actual construction of the CSX Crossing
>
> o Advance construction of the Hiker/Biker Trail
>
>
>
> • Six to twelve month look-ahead –
>
> o Start interior fit-out of Whole Foods
>
> o Finish widening of widening of Route 1
>
> o Opening of Gateway Park
>
>
>
> • Final product –
>
> o Everyone is invited to view the video posted at the address noted below
> to see the expected final product: http://www.cafritzpop.com/video/
>
>
>
> *Work Hours: *
>
> Work activity will be taking place Monday – Sunday between the hours of 7
> a.m. and 7 p.m. However, work on the State road will be restricted to
> 9:00am to 3:00pm during weekdays. Work at Wells Run is restricted to
> weekdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
>
>
>
> *Contact Information: *
>
> For any construction related concerns, please contact Robert Lockhart of
> Capital Construction Consultants at 202-669-7157 or email at
> rlockhart at ccci-dc.com.
>
>
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>
> Jessica
>
> Jessica E. Barnes
>
> Town Clerk
>
> Riverdale Park
>
> 5008 Queensbury Road
>
> Riverdale Park, MD 20737
>
> www.riverdaleparkmd.info
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> 301-927-6381
>
>
>
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-- 
*Marilyn*
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