The Hartford Land Bank has updated its website with a request for proposal bid opportunity for local vendor and suppliers. Interested parties may view bid requirements and obtain a copy of the bid document by accessing their website at https://hartfordlandbank.org/hartford-land-bank-vendor-supplier-opportunities/
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Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvements Project Update 3/15/2021
According to the Albany Avenue project website, the RT 44 construction work continues* as follows:
- Punch list work will resume this week.
- Installation of the remaining streetlights and street signs will continue in various locations throughout the project limits.
- The bus shelter at the northeast corner of Albany Avenue and Garden Street (near Community Health Services) is scheduled to be repaired.
- Bollard sleeve installation is scheduled to occur on the south side of Albany Avenue between Burton Street and Magnolia Street.
- Planning and coordination to complete all contract work continues.
- Traffic Impacts: No major impacts to traffic are expected this week. Partial lane closures may occur near locations where streetlights operations are underway. Pedestrian and business access will be maintained.
*weather permitting
Visit albanyavenuehartfordproject.com for Project updates!
Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvements Project Update
According to the project team, the Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvements Project reached substantial completion in fall 2020. All punch list items, and remaining contract work will be completed as weather allows. Landscaping is set to resume in the spring.
The Project Team will continue to keep the public informed via their email list, the Project website and community meetings. They will also continue to communicate directly with stakeholders—including property owners, merchants, and residents—when they are notified by the Contractor of work that will impact your area.
The Safety On the Avenue website has been updated with the following new schedule content:
Schedule: Week of March 1, 2021*
Hours of Operations: 7:00am–3:30pm, Monday-Friday
- No construction work is scheduled for this week.
- Planning and coordination to complete all contract work continues.
- Punch list work will continue as weather permits. Landscaping is scheduled to resume in the spring.
- Traffic Impacts: No traffic impacts are expected.
*weather permitting
You may also visit albanyavenuehartfordproject.com for Project updates!
Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvements Project Update
The Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvements Project website is updated with the following:
Schedule: Week of January 25, 2021*
Normal Work Hours: 7:00am–5:00pm, Monday-Friday
Punch list work continues.
New parking signs will be installed this week on Irving and Magnolia Streets.
Project planning and coordination to complete all contract work continues.
Traffic Impacts: No traffic impacts are expected this week.
LOOKING AHEAD: Installation of the remaining project street lights has been scheduled for next month.
Contact Kimberli Owens in the field office at (860) 263-8533. Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm. Visit albanyavenuehartfordproject.com for updates!
*weather permitting
Christmas Lights on the Avenue
UAMS/UAMA extends its appreciation for the generosity of the following individuals and businesses that have financially contributed to the placement of Christmas lights on the Avenue. These donations are exceptionally meaningful considering the challenges that small businesses are currently experiencing due to COVID-19 concerns.
| Ace Wireless Boost Mobile | Adem Barber & Salon | Best Practice Home Care |
| Clara-Fying Love | Coconut Café | Corey’s Corner Barbershop |
| Councilwoman Shirley Surgeon | Emily Wolfe | Farm Land/Mobil Gas Station |
| GHHRC | Jak’s Flooring | Keith Tinker Realty & Insurance |
| Kure Rx Pharmacy | Living Word Imprints | Precious Ross-Ellis |
| Rainbow Variety | Seashore Restaurant | SMD Property Management |
| Temple Body Butter | Terrace Café | UAMS |
| UANRZ | Uniforms & Stuff | We Care Dental |
| Woodland Package Store |
Members of the community have also asked us to convey their appreciation for your sponsorship of projects within the Upper Albany Community. Thank you!
Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvements Project Update
The following data is taken from the Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvements Project website that has been updated with new schedule content for the Week of November 23, 2020*.
Normal Work Hours: 7:00am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday
- Sidewalk reconstruction continues on the northeast corner of Albany Avenue and Vine Street and also on the southeast corner of Albany Avenue and Burton Street. Miscellaneous sidewalk work will occur in various locations throughout the project limits.
- Street sign repair work is underway project wide.
- No construction work will occur on November 26th and November 27th.
- Traffic Impacts: Anticipate pedestrian detours during sidewalk related construction this week. Hartford Police will assist with traffic.
*weather permitting
Business access will be maintained. All travel lanes on Avenue will remain open before 9am and after 3pm; during other hours, partial lane closures may occur. Traffic will be maintained in both directions on Homestead Avenue and Westbourne Parkway.
Contact Kimberli Owens at (860)-263-8533 or email kimberli.owens@ct.gov.
Their website at http://www.albanyavenuehartfordproject.com for project updates!
Albany Avenue – Route 44 Safety Improvement Project Update
The following content is updated on the Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvement Project website:
“Schedule: Week of November 16, 2020*
Normal Work Hours: 7:00am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday
- Fence installation continues throughout the project limits.
- Installation of traffic signals and other electrical work continues at the intersection of Albany Avenue and Vine Street.
- Sidewalk reconstruction will be completed near the Bravo Plaza entrance on Albany Avenue and also on the south side of Albany Avenue between Oakland Terrace and Woodland Street.
- Parking lot striping is scheduled to occur overnight at the Albany Avenue intersections of Adams Street and Magnolia Street.
- Traffic Impacts: Anticipate pedestrian detours during sidewalk related construction this week.
*weather permitting
Business access will be maintained. All travel lanes on Albany Avenue will remain open before 9am and after 3pm; during other hours, partial lane closures may occur. Traffic will be maintained in both directions on Homestead Avenue and Westbourne Parkway. Hartford Police will assist with traffic.
Questions or concerns? Contact Kimberli Owens at (860)-263-8533 or email kimberli.owens@ct.gov.
You may also visit their website at http://www.albanyavenuehartfordproject.com for project updates!”
DECD / CT CARES Small Business Grant
The link to apply online for the $5,000 DECD Small Business Grant will go live at 8:00 PM tonight, Thursday, November 12, 2020. Further information can and access to the application is located at https://portal.ct.gov/DECD/Content/Coronavirus-Business-Recovery/CT-CARES-Small-Business-Grant-Program.
DPW Snow Schedule 2020 – 2021
The City of Hartford, Public Works Department has distributed its 2020-2021 schedule for snow removal. A copy of the document can be viewed by clicking on the image located to the left or by viewing the Snow Removal document located in the right-hand sidebar of this website.
Albany Avenue – Route 44 Safety Improvement Project
The Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvements Project website has been updated with the following new schedule content:
Schedule: Week of October 5, 2020*
Normal Work Hours: 7:00am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday
Hydroseeding and other landscaping will continue this week throughout the project limits.
Granite curb installation continues on the east side of Vine Street, near the Albany Avenue intersection.
Reconstruction of the southwest corner of Burton Street and Albany Avenue is underway this week.
Traffic Impacts: Anticipate lane closures and detours during construction operations on Vine Street and Burton Street. Minor traffic delays may occur in these areas.
*weather permitting
Business access will be maintained. All travel lanes on Albany will remain open before 9am and after 3pm; during other hours, partial lane closures may occur. Traffic will be maintained in both directions on Homestead and Westbourne. Hartford Police will assist with traffic.
Questions or concerns? Contact Kimberli Owens at (860)-263-8533 or email kimberli.owens@ct.gov.
You may also visit our website at http://www.albanyavenuehartfordproject.com for project updates!
For their latest project photos, visit http://www.albanyavenuehartfordproject.com/home/photos/.
Tizeda Spices in the Bravo Plaza
Check out Tizeda Spices in the Bravo Plaza at 1291 Albany Avenue, Hartford, CT. This newly opened business is centered on diverse product offerings by the owner, Tianna Smith. In addition to Tizeda’s natural, non-GMO spices, Tizeda also offers complementary goods and Western Union Money Transfer Services. Stop in and see Tianna. She will generously offer her recommendations on a delectable and easy recipe that is sure to exceed your expectations. Share the news with friends, family members, and acquaintances. Follow her on Facebook @oneshotinnapot or at https://www.facebook.com/oneshotinnapot/
Easy Steps to Plan Prepare and Manage Your Business
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Decide which form of ownership is best for you: sole proprietorship, partnership, Limited Liability Company (LLC), corporation, S corporation, nonprofit or cooperative.
Step 6: Register a Business Name (“Doing Business As”)
Register your business name with your state government.
Step 7: Get a Tax Identification Number
Learn which tax identification number you’ll need to obtain from the IRS and your state revenue agency.
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Register with your state to obtain a tax identification number, workers’ compensation, unemployment and disability insurance.
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