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Dear Residents,
Please find the latest update on the progress of the Septic to Sewer Conversion Project in your neighborhood below:
SW 85th Street
- Overall Restoration work has been completed, and initial system testing has also been completed.
Water Main Reroute/Pump Station (Easement Area):
- Water Main Reroute work the front of the existing meter at 5991 SW 85 St was completed. (Second/final phase of the water main reroute work to resident’s water to occur when meter box and meter are relocated in Sept/Oct.).
- Residents can expect to see workers, equipment, and supplies in/around the easement area until the completion of the pump station. The contactors were advised to keep the work/equipment contained within the easement area.
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The Contractor has scheduled for the wet well installation for tomorrow Friday 8/15. Residents can expect a large crane to be built onsite to load in the wet well into its location in the easement. Work is expected/planned to be completed by EOB on 8/15.
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All three roads leading to easement (SW 85th Street and SW 60th Ave) area will be closed allowing local traffic only on Friday 8/15. Our South Miami Police Department will be on site to provide traffic/deliveries guidance.
- The duration of the work in the easement should be expected to last approximately 3 months* to complete the pump station (If unexpected delays arise we will notify/update the residents on the timeline for the completion).
- The contractor will reinstall temporary fencing on east side of easement when excavation is completed.
Miscellaneous:
- The contractor has been reminded to clean up all waste and debris daily.
- The contractor has been reminded of the need for tree protection during crane operations related to pump station installation.
As a reminder:
- Final road resurfacing by the City will occur at the end of the project.
- Dead grass is being replaced as needed.
- Individual property restoration items are being addressed on a case-by-case basis and will be finalized and shared with residents as completed.
Please see below the contact information for Mr. Gomez with the Public Works Engineering Team for any additional questions you may have.
Nelson Gomez
Project Engineer
Direct: 305-403-2078
Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we work to bring this important infrastructure improvement to your neighborhood. We’ll continue to keep you informed every step of the way.
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