BRATTLEBORO — A significant project to improve the Harmony Parking Lot is about to get underway.
According to a news release from assistant Town Manager Patrick Moreland, the scope of the project includes replacing all sidewalks and curbing adjacent to the buildings; new concrete walkways and tree grates in the islands; leveling to improve drainage; new pavement; and fresh paint.
The work will be performed in phases so that either the east side or the west side of the Harmony Lot will be available for public parking during the majority of the estimated five-week project.
Removing or re-pouring of sidewalks will typically be done early or late in the day, and temporary wooden or gravel access ramps will be built as needed to maintain pedestrian access to shops. While limited business interruptions are possible, the town says it will work closely to coordinate the schedule with all businesses and especially those that have limited access.
The contractor's hours of operation are permitted as follows: Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Work will begin on the west side (left as you enter from Elliot Street) of the Harmony Lot during the week of Aug. 14, and the entire west side of the lot will be closed to vehicular traffic for an estimated two weeks. The west side of the lot is expected to reopen temporarily during the week of Aug. 28 when the focus of the project will shift to the east side of the Harmony Lot.
Work should begin on the east side of Harmony Lot during the week of Aug. 28, when the entire east side will be closed to vehicular traffic for an estimated two weeks. The entire parking lot is expected to close to vehicular traffic during the week of Sept. 11 to complete final paving of both sides.
Questions or concerns about the project schedule may be directed to Moreland at 802-251-8101.