Expect a crew up to 4 people working on the sidewalk, planting strip, and city trees. They will be using hydraulic lift equipment, construction equipment, and hand tools. They will need access to the street parking space in front of the house. A rubber tracked, hydraulic excavator (back hoe) will be parked in the area during this work.
2. Work Hours 8 am – 4 pm.
3. Can I park in the street? Publi
c Work asks and appreciates your cooperation for not parking on the street while we are in your area during Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. A notice will be given on vehicles not moved during these times and will advise the course of actions taken if not moved.
4. Why does my tree have a notice? This tree will be removed and has been determined that it will not survive root pruning or the tree has utility interference.
5. What noises should I expect? We will have heavy equipment, saws, vacuum, excavator, beeping and construction workers talking.
6. Why is there an orange excavator parked on my block? This is equipment we will be using on a daily bases and will need to store it over night during the work week. On weekends you should not see it in your neighborhood.
7. What is the street schedule? We sent a city wide notice that had our projected schedule. We will also be sending out another letter when we plan to be on your street. This page will be a great resource to get the latest news and updates.
8. How long will you be working on my street? We will be mailing out letters one to two weeks prior to starting on your street. These letters will be more specific on when we plan to start and end work on your street.
9. Will the sidewalk be closed? Only during working hours unless there is incomplete work and it is closed for safety reason until we can complete it.
10. Why is there a sidewalk closed sign? For safety reason the sidewalk will be closed to the public during construction.
11. When and/or will my tree be replanted? If the tree will be replaced, it will be replaced in the fall time throughout our entire timeline.
12. Will there be street closures? Infrequent closures to move equipment.
13. Can I post to this page? Yes, and please do! We would love to hear feedback and answer any questions you have.
14. My sprinkler was damaged, what do I do? Please let us know of the exact location of the damage and we will send someone to assess the damage and repair as needed.
15. What does the team look like? Our team will be wearing highly visible uniforms in a neon yellow coloring.There will be vehicles that have "City of DuPont Public Works" on the side.
16. Can my kids play on the street? We highly advise that children DO NOT play on the street during the hours listed above while we are on your street.
