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Will my business/property be impacted during the field investigation phase of this project?: Field investigation personnel will work primarily within the existing public right-of-way, but will also access front yards to survey the location of water meters, sewer cleanouts, sidewalks, trees, etc. The City’s contractor is required to maintain access to residences and businesses at all times, though some on-street parking may be temporarily obstructed during field investigations.

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West Club Blvd. Corridor Utility Rehabilitation

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1. Why is this work needed?: This project will evaluate and replace aging water mains and other utility infrastructure that was installed in the 1920s in the project area.

2. What is included in this project?: Approximately 12,000 linear feet of water mains will be replaced within West Club Boulevard, 9th Street, Carolina Avenue, Oakland Avenue, Oval Drive, and Englewood Avenue. The project may also include storm drainage rehabilitation and sanitary sewer main rehabilitation following field investigations.

3. How much will it cost?: The project will be paid for by previously authorized Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funds.

4. How long will it take?: The field investigation portion of the project will take approximately six months.

5. Will my business/property be impacted during the field investigation phase of this project?: Field investigation personnel will work primarily within the existing public right-of-way, but will also access front yards to survey the location of water meters, sewer cleanouts, sidewalks, trees, etc. The City’s contractor is required to maintain access to residences and businesses at all times, though some on-street parking may be temporarily obstructed during field investigations.