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B = Desirable {second priority}: Programs/Projects which will benefit the community whose validity of pianning and timing have
been established.
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B-1 Department of Annual Drainage Improvements
; Public Works
(Engineering) : : 1,800,000 1,800,000
At several locations in the City there exist drainage problems where runoff during rain events impacts the roadway and properties.
Problematic locations include WethersfieldAWestwood, Northeastern Blvd at Harris Brook, Shelly Dr. and Browning Ave, Galway
Rd., 89 Linton St, Victor Ave at Emmett Street, Westchester Dr. and Wilmington Rd at New Searles Rd. A variety of solutions,
including, but not limited to, infiltrating systems and drainage system extensions, will be used to correct the drainage issues. The
majority of the designs will be completed by the City Engineer's office. This CIP request will also fund work required as part of the
NPDES Small MS4 General Stormwater Permit.
B-2 _._ Department of . Holman Stadium Upgrades
Public Works
(Park and Rec) : 130,000 130,000
The Holman Stadium Facility continues to be a gathering point for City sporting and civic events. There are some areas that need
attention that were not addressed in the stadium work that occurred in 2003. There is a need to upgrade the locker rooms with
better floor surfacing, improved shower and bathroom services and more efficient HVAC systems. The field is in need of having
the clay surface replaced and have upgrades made to the irrigation system. There is a need to reconstruct both the visitors and
home dugouts repairing the failing roofs, walls, and making the dugouts wider; Repairs to outfield walls, paving of areas inside the
stadium and parking lot to eliminate trip and fall hazards. Replace out buildings; upgrade electrical and security systems. The field
requires some rehab and the marque sign on Amherst St.
B-3 Community Development Riverwalk Boardwalks
Division 360,000 360,000
The three proposed Boardwalks at 4 Water Street, 60 Main Street, and 53-59 Main Street will provide better connection and tie
the mostly completed Riverwalk to the Main Street Bridge, and recently renovated Main Street in the Downtown. It will showcase
the Riverfront and enhance the preservation and improvements to the adjacent buildings and enhance economic development in
the Downtown.
B-3 Department of Road Reconstruction
Public Works
(Engineering) 500,000 500,000
There are sections of roads that due to extensive settlement or structurai failure where the pavement deteriorates quickly and
needs frequent maintenance. Examples include sections of Tinker Road and Tampa Road. The roads need to be reconstructed
to improve the profile and drainage; work that is beyond the scope and financial capability of the annual Paving Program.
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