Pardon Our Dust & Utility Work UPDATE

Work has started on GRTC Pulse, a new bus rapid transit system serving RVA from Rocketts Landing to Willow Lawn. GRTC Pulse will link the public to many exciting destinations, businesses, services and restaurants!
Construction is underway! Utility Relocation has started, requiring us to work near locations along eastbound Broad Street.
LOCATION:
Construction is progressing along the south side of eastbound Broad Street, between Thompson Street and Laurel Street. Please be aware of temporary closures to the curb lane, sidewalk and bus stops in the work zone areas.
Our schedules are weather and progress-dependent. We anticipate that this work will move quickly through individual locations. We estimate Utility Relocation will be complete by mid-October.
Work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
IMPACTS: 
• A temporary closure of the curb lane, adjacent sidewalk and any bus stop located in the Work Zones.
• The temporary lane closure may require loss of street parking, but remember – we are moving quickly.
• We’re committed to minimizing impacts, where possible. This work will result in minimal dust and noise.
• Access to front doors, if located along the sidewalk, will be maintained at all times.
SAFETY:
• As we work on a block, you may see protective fencing installed to clearly mark the Work Zones.
• Let’s look out for each other - please watch for signs and work crews!
Questions? We want to hear from you!
Call GRTC Pulse Construction Hotline at (804) 980-0084

UPDATE: TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURES – Eastbound Broad Street between Thompson Street and Laurel Street

Construction activities for the GRTC Pulse (Bus Rapid Transit) Project are underway. Multiple work crews will be working in multiple locations, as explained below.

WHO: DB Contractor, Lane Construction 

WHAT:   Temporary Sidewalk and One Curbside Lane Closures 

WHEN:   Tuesday, August 16 to Sunday, October 16, 2016, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

WHERE:   The following areas will be impacted:

• Between eastbound Broad Street from 3321 Thompson Street and the 300 block of N Laurel Street. Work will occur on the sidewalk on the south side of eastbound Broad Street. Multiple work crews will be in multiple locations at times within this area.

BRIEF: Utility relocation work continues to occur between Thompson and Laurel Streets on the south side of eastbound Broad Street. Multiple work crews will be in multiple locations at times in this area. The work crew schedules are weather and progress-dependent, but this work is anticipated to move quickly and be complete by mid-October. Work Zones will involve closing one curb and/or parking lane of Broad Street and a portion of the adjacent sidewalk for approximately 500 to 550 feet around the work site. Any bus stops within the Work Zone will also be temporarily closed during construction hours.  Pedestrian pathway detours and street lane closure signs will be posted accordingly. Please follow construction signage and be aware of construction workers and vehicles within the Work Zone(s). Pedestrians are advised to follow Work Zone signage in the sidewalk area. Permitted work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

Street Beat August 15

Our #StreetBeat team continues to connect with businesses and destinations along Broad Street where utility work begins this week. Look for Lane workers in the field today posting work signage on the South side of Broad Street in the permitted Work Zone. Lynne from the City of Richmond (pictured left) and Ashley from GRTC (pictured right) will be back in the field this Friday, heading east.

Pardon Our Dust: August Utility Relocation

Construction is expected to begin Tuesday, August 16.  We start with Utility Relocation, requiring us to work near business locations on Broad Street in the coming weeks. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
WHERE:  Work will occur on the sidewalk, south side of Broad St. starting at Thompson St., moving eastward.
Estimated Timing / Locations:
Week of August 15: South side of Broad St., from Thompson to Cleveland St.
Week of August 22: South side of Broad St., from Cleveland St. to N. Boulevard
Week of August 29:  South side of Broad St., from N. Boulevard to N. Davis St.
NOTE:  Our schedules are weather and progress-dependent.
This work will move at roughly one block per day. We estimate that Utility Relocation will be complete by mid-October.
IMPACTS: 
• A temporary closure of the curb lane and adjacent sidewalk.
• The temporary lane closure will require loss of street parking, but remember – we are moving quickly, roughly one block per day.
• We’re committed to minimizing impacts, where possible. This work will result in minimal dust and noise.
• Access to your front doors, if they are located along the sidewalk, will be maintained at all times.
SAFETY:  
• As we work on your block, you may see protective fencing installed near your business to clearly mark the work zones.
• Let’s look out for each other - please remind your staff and patrons to watch for signs and work crews!
Questions? We want to hear from you!
Call GRTC Pulse Construction Hotline at (804) 980-0084.

Construction Preview: From August 2016 to October 2017

Construction activities for the GRTC Pulse (Bus Rapid Transit) Project are scheduled to begin Tuesday, August 16, weather permitting, by the Pulse Design-Build (DB) Contractor, Lane Construction. 

We continue to learn more details about the anticipated construction timeline, which is subject to change. The project team expects major construction work will progress within these approximate timeframes. Work is weather and progress-dependent:

• Thompson Street to Laurel Street: August 2016 – October 2016. Utility work occurs on eastbound Broad Street on the south side sidewalk and adjacent lane.
• Allison Street to 5th Street: October 2016 – April 2017. Station work occurs in the median area.
• I-195 to Allison Street: March 2017 – July 2017. Station work occurs in the median area.
• Curbside Stations (Willow Lawn, Staples Mill, Main Street Station, Shockoe Bottom, East Riverfront and Orleans St): November 2016 – October 2017. Station work occurs in the sidewalk area and adjacent lane only at station locations.
• 4th Street to 12th Street Westbound: June 2017 – October 2017. Station work occurs in the sidewalk area. Westbound outside lane is closed.
• 4th Street to 12th Street Eastbound: August 2017 – October 2017. Station work occurs in the sidewalk area. Eastbound outside lane is closed.

Pulse operations are scheduled to begin October 2017!

Pulse Point: Temporary Lane Closures Eastbound Broad Street from Thompson Street to Laurel Street

Construction activities for the GRTC Pulse (Bus Rapid Transit) Project are scheduled to begin Tuesday, August 16, weather permitting.

WHO:              DB Contractor, Lane Construction

WHAT:            Temporary Sidewalk and One Curbside Lane Closures

WHEN:            Tuesday, August 16 to Sunday, October 16, 2016, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

WHERE:         The following areas will be impacted:

·         Eastbound Broad Street from 3321 Thompson Street progressing to the 300 block of Laurel Street. Work will occur on the sidewalk on the south side of Broad Street.

BRIEF: Utility relocation work will begin at Thompson and Broad Street. Construction will progress eastward along the south side of Eastbound Broad Street. This work will progress at a rate of roughly one block per day. Work Zones will involve closing one curb and/or parking lane of Broad Street and a portion of the adjacent sidewalk for approximately 500 to 550 feet around the work site.  Pedestrian pathway detours and street lane closure signs will be posted accordingly. Please follow construction signage and be aware of construction workers and vehicles within the Work Zone(s). Pedestrians are advised to follow Work Zone signage in the sidewalk area. Permitted work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

BACKGROUND: During construction, the public will continue to have access to businesses, organizations and services located along the Project route.

A construction hotline is active at 804-980-0084, providing updates on construction and expected impacts. For updates online, please visit the Pulse Construction Updates page: http://www.ridegrtc.com/brt/construction-info. As work progresses, frequent updates will be provided.

Lane Construction will proactively minimize disruption to businesses and residents during construction. Any activity that would impact parking, loading zones, access, utilities and other business-related functions must receive approval from VDOT who will ensure that continuous access will be provided to all businesses at all times. All Project team members are committed to providing prompt information to ensure a smooth construction phase for businesses, residents and patrons of the region as part of the overall success of the Project.

As always, work is weather and progress-dependent. Pulse service is expected to begin in October 2017.

GRTC Pulse is a modern, high quality, high capacity rapid transit system that will serve a 7.6 mile route along Broad Street and Main Street, from Rocketts Landing in the City of Richmond to Willow Lawn in Henrico County. The Pulse will link the public to many exciting destinations, businesses, services and restaurants.

Construction Activities for GRTC Pulse Scheduled to Begin August 16

Construction activities for the GRTC Pulse (Bus Rapid Transit) Project are scheduled to begin Tuesday, August 16, weather permitting.

All activities in preparation for construction are now complete, and the Pulse Design-Build (DB) Contractor, Lane Construction, is ready to proceed with its construction plan.

Utility relocation work is expected to begin at Thompson and Broad Street, progressing eastward on the south side of Broad Street. Temporary work zones will involve closing one curb lane of Broad Street and the adjacent sidewalk for 500 feet around the work site. Please follow travel signage around these mobile lane closures and be aware of workers in the field for everyone's safety. Pedestrians, please follow work zone signage in the sidewalk area. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

During construction, access to businesses and organizations located along the Project route will remain open.

WHO:              DB Contractor, Lane Construction

WHAT:            Temporary Sidewalk and One Curbside Lane Closures

WHEN:            Tuesday, August 16 through approximately October 2016, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

WHERE:         The following areas will be impacted:

·         Eastbound Broad Street from Thompson Street to Laurel Street. Work occurs on eastbound Broad Street on the south side sidewalk and south side curbside lane.

Pulse service is expected to begin in October 2017. As always, work is weather and progress-dependent.

A new construction hotline is now active at 804-980-0084, providing updates on construction and expected impacts. For updates online, please visit the Pulse Construction Updates page: http://www.ridegrtc.com/brt/construction-info. As work progresses, frequent updates will be provided on the “what, when and where.”

The DB Team will proactively minimize disruption to businesses and residents during construction. Any activity that would impact parking, loading zones, access, utilities and other business-related functions must receive prior approval from VDOT who will ensure that continuous access will be provided to all businesses at all times. All Project team members are committed to providing prompt information to ensure a smooth construction phase for businesses, residents and patrons of the region as part of the overall success of the Project.