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Center Infrastructure Improvement Project Newsletter

📣 Community Update: Stakeholder Meeting

Wednesday, January 28 | 9:00 AM | Council Chambers (Room 314)

Business owners are encouraged to attend the upcoming stakeholder meeting. Town staff and the project team will be available to answer questions and discuss what to expect as work continues. Your input is valued, and we hope you can join us.

Two-Week Look Ahead

Jan. 12 – Jan. 16

• Continued installation of soil cells along Farmington Avenue between Walden Street and Dale Street .
• Test pit excavation near the mid-block crosswalk on the north side of Farmington Avenue to evaluate potential underground utility conflicts.
• This work is expected to take approximately two days and will temporarily impact about five parking spaces.
• A temporary pedestrian pathway will be provided during this time.
• Once testing is complete, the area will be backfilled and secured with temporary fencing until the surface is restored.
• Completion of remaining electrical work at tree pits and streetlights along LaSalle Road.
• Minimal sidewalk space may be occupied, with no impact to pedestrian access.
• The contractor may temporarily use one parking space while work is underway at each location.

Jan. 19 – Jan. 23

Farmington Avenue (Walden Street to Dale Street)

• Continued sidewalk demolition and soil cell installation.
• Approximately five on-street parking spaces will be temporarily unavailable during construction.
• Crosswalks will remain open, and signage will be provided to safely guide pedestrians around the work area.
• Storm drainage installation on Walden Street.
• Storm drainage installation on Dale Street.
• Installation of conduit within soil cells as needed.

LaSalle Road

• The electrical contractor will return to complete remaining electrical work.
• Minimal sidewalk space may be occupied, with no impact to pedestrian access.
• The contractor may temporarily use one parking space while work is underway at each location.

❄️ Winter Construction 

All construction activities are weather dependent, and work levels may vary throughout the winter months. The contractor will monitor daily forecasts and make adjustments as needed. If work must pause, each area will be secured to ensure safe conditions.

🌳 Upcoming Night Work: Tree Removal

The contractor is tentatively scheduling overnight tree removal along Farmington Avenue during the week of Jan. 26th, dependent on weather and coordination factors. Police officers and flaggers will be present to ensure the safety of pedestrians and motorists. A more precise schedule and road closure details will be shared as they become available.

Project Progess

Jan. 5 - Jan. 9

• Construction crews returned to the area and set up their work zone along the north side of Farmington Avenue, between Walden Street and Dale Street.
• Sidewalk work began during this time, including removal of sections of sidewalk and installation of soil cells that will help support future street trees.
• Saw cutting was also completed along the north side of Farmington Avenue from Walden Street to South Main Street, as weather conditions allowed.

Hard Hats Meet Hashtags

For regular updates and photos from the West Hartford Center Project, follow us on Instagram. Stay informed about ongoing work, progress, and what’s next for the project.

ATTENTION: Local Businesses - Get the Business Toolkit

Signage to Help Keep Your Business and Customers Informed!

In this Toolkit:

• Business Rack Cards- Tips
• Business Placards- Click link below to see customized window and/or cash wrap signage for your industry!

If you need additional copies of outreach materials, such as window signs, or have any questions, please feel free to contact us at CenterConstruction@westhartfordct.gov — we’re happy to assist.

As construction progresses, we're working to maximize on-street parking for customers and visitors. To help, we encourage employees to use alternative parking options, including the Town Center Parking Garage, which offers reduced rates for retail and restaurant employees working in the Center.

The Town Center Garage rates are far lower than other options! The rates are $4.50 for up to an 8.5-hour shift and $7 for anything over 8.5 hours.

For more info, contact Kristen Gorski, Economic Development Manager, at kristen.gorski@westhartfordct.gov.

Stay Informed and Ahead of the Curve

For the latest updates and important information about the project, visit our project webpage. It’s your go-to resource for all the news, timelines, and tools to help your business navigate the construction period smoothly.

Have questions or feedback? We’re here to help—email us at CenterConstruction@westhartfordct.gov