Tech Green Turf and Drainage Improvements: Feb. through Aug. 2016

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Contact

Jessica Rose

Communications Officer

Facilities Management

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER: Jerry Young

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Summaries

Summary Sentence:

Tech green is undergoing enhancements that will allow students to enjoy the Green sooner after heavy rain and improve recovery time after intense event use.

Full Summary:

The project will improve the soil profile, enhance drainage times and reinvigorate the visual aesthetic of the entire green.

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CONSTRUCTION DETAILS:

  • Start Date: February 15, 2016

Normal Working Hours: 7am-5pm. Weekend work will only be necessary if there are major rain delays.

  • Anticipated End Date:
    • May 15, 2016 (construction complete but fencing will remain until turf root structure is stable)

 

Campus Detours or Interruptions:

Fencing will completely surround Tech Green through the duration of the project. Along the sidewalk of the north side, pedestrians will be restricted to five feet of walking area. Food trucks will be relocated. Tech Green is to remain fenced through the colder months to promote root zone stabilization.  

 

Additional Information

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Administration and Finance, Green Buzz

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detour, detour bicycles, Facilities-detour, Facilities-Notices, streetscapes
Status
  • Created By: Jessica Rose
  • Workflow Status: Archived
  • Created On: Feb 19, 2016 - 12:34pm
  • Last Updated: Feb 6, 2017 - 10:20am