BROOKLINE, MA - From the Town of Brookline: On Tuesday, August 7th , the Town’s contractor, MDR Construction, will mobilize on Babcock Street to begin roadway and sidewalk construction.
Project Details
- Improve deteriorating roadway and sidewalks infrastructure
- Provide improved facilities for cyclists and pedestrians
- Construct curb extensions at John Street, Dwight Street, and Freeman Street to enhance pedestrian safety
- Upgrade street lighting infrastructure
- The project will take approximately 10 months to complete
- During the week of August 6th , crews will mobilize to the site and install signage
- Crews will begin removing the roadway between Devotion Street and Freeman Street this month
- General work hours will be 7 AM to 4 PM, Monday – Friday.
- “No Parking” signs will be posted at least 24 hours in advance of construction; please be sure to check posted signs for exact dates and times.
- Section of the road will be temporary closed.
- When work occurs directly in front of driveways or entryways, the contractor and police details will coordinate access directly with residents and businesses.
- Emergency vehicles will have access at all times.
Information and Assistance
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- If you have any questions about this work, contact Robert Kefalas, DPW Engineer at 617.730.2316 / rkefalas@brooklinema.gov
- For more information and the latest notices, please visit: https://www.brooklinema.gov/1509/PW18-25-Reconstruction-of-Babcock-St
Thank you in advance for your patience during the construction. We hope you enjoy these improvements once they are completed.
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