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A $500 million vision for a new neighborhood in Hartford

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Resource Credit Mark Mirko

A recent article in the Hartford Courant reports the City’s $500 million vision for a new community to be called Bushnell South.

This new Hartford neighborhood will evolve from the existing barren landscape around The Bushnell Center.  The recently debuted Performing Arts, a potential high-rise apartment tower, public performance spaces, and tree-lined streets are all included in the concept (see rendering located to the left) for the project.

The master plan for “Bushnell South” — outlined at a community meeting at The Bushnell — includes 1,200 residential units — both rented and owned — restaurants, shops and entertainment venues.  Further information is located here.

Excerpted from an original article written by , HARTFORD COURANT JUN 23, 2021  6:30 PM

Kick-Off Public Meeting for Hartford Parking Study

Please attend the scheduled meeting on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will discuss the topic of the ‘Hartford Parking Study’ in an effort to  obtain public input from Hartford residents and constituents. Your participation is crucial. The Hartford Parking Authority is available (via email at hartfordparkingstudy@gmail.com) for questions or concerns .

 

Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvement Project Update

As updated on the Albany Avenue Hartford Project website:

Schedule: Week of April 19, 2021* 

Normal Work Hours: 7:00am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday

  • Brick and sidewalk repair work is tentatively scheduled to occur this week in various locations throughout the project limits.
  • Planning and coordination to complete all contract and punch list work continues.
  • Traffic Impacts: Pedestrian detours may occur during sidewalk work.

LOOKING AHEAD: Topsoil placement and hydroseeding should resume within the next few weeks. Tree and landscaping review is in progress. Any trees or plantings that need to be replaced will be installed during this construction season.

*weather permitting

The Albany Avenue Hartford Project reached substantial completion in the fall of 2020.

Currently, the project is in its closeout phase and the field office is closed.  However, project staff are still available to answer your questions and concerns. Please contact info@albanyavenuehartford.com with any inquiries.  Additional project updates may be obtained by visiting their website at albanyavenuehartfordproject.com

Route 44 (Albany Avenue) Safety Improvement Project

According to the Albany Avenue Hartford Project website:

 Schedule: Week of March 22, 2021*  —  Normal Work Hours: 7:00am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday

  • Punch list work has resumed and will move forward this week.
  • Street sign installation continues in various locations throughout the project limits.
  • The bus shelter at the northeast corner of Albany Avenue and Garden Street (near Community Health Services) has been rescheduled for repair.
  • Planning and coordination to complete all contract work continues.
  • Traffic Impacts: No traffic impacts are expected this week.

*weather permitting

Additional information can be viewed at  albanyavenuehartfordproject.com

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.

Header for Christmas lights contributorsts

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!”