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Center Infrastructure Improvement Project Newsletter

🌳✨ We're excited to announce that new street trees are coming to West Hartford Center late this fall!   🌳 Street trees play a big role in making West Hartford Center a greener, cooler, and more inviting place! They provide essential shade, improve air quality, enhance natural beauty, and help manage stormwater.  🌿 These benefits support the Town’s goal to preserve open space and create a comfortable, welcoming environment—especially on hot summer days.

Project Updates

Work continues to advance steadily in Phase 2B, with crews making consistent progress on scheduled improvements.

In addition, activity in Phase 2A is set to ramp up this week and will continue into next week.

Project Look-Ahead

Construction activities continue to progress throughout the project area. Below is a summary of recent work completed and a look ahead at what’s scheduled for the coming weeks:

July 21st - 25th

• Phase 2B
• Grading and pouring of sidewalks will continue.
• Phase 2A
• Installation of drainage systems and soil cells
• Preparation of work area in section half of the phase

July 28th - Aug. 1st

• Phase 2B
• Completion of remaining work.
• Phase 2A
• Sidewalk and curb demolition.
• Curb installation and sidewalk pours.
• Temporary closure of the parking lot driveway to install new sidewalk
• Phase 1B (if Phase 2A is substantially complete)
• Survey/Layout of area
• Begin Curb Installation

In the News

We-Ha.com recently published an article highlighting construction progress in West Hartford Center, including ongoing work along LaSalle Road and the start of Phase 2. The piece showcases visible improvements such as new sidewalks, soil cells, and upgraded infrastructure.

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 Coordinator, 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