Utility Reconstruction, 36th & 37th Streets:
On March 26, 2015, City Council awarded a bid to Garden State General Construction in the amount of $431,353.40 for the utility reconstruction of 36
th Street & 37
th Street from Cini Street to Landis Avenue. As of this date all work has been completed. Due to the inclement weather over the winter the area did not have sufficient time to settle, therefore, the City will reconstruct the streets in early fall of 2016.
Utility Reconstruction, various streets:
On October 27, 2015, City Council awarded a bid to RTW Construction of Southampton, New Jersey, in the amount of $744,713 for utility reconstruction at the following locations:
47
th Street from Landis Avenue to Promenade – substantially completed.
49
th Street from Landis Avenue to Promenade – substantially completed.
65
th Street from Landis Avenue to Central Avenue – held until fall.
65
th Street from Landis Avenue to Pleasure Avenue – substantially completed.
69
th Street from Landis Avenue to Central Avenue – substantially completed.
76
th Street from Landis Avenue to Pleasure Avenue – substantially completed.
Work to install new sanitary main, sanitary laterals, new water main and water services on 47
th, 49
th, and 65
th from Landis to Pleasure and 69
th Street is completed. All uncompleted work will resume in the fall including paving.
Roadway reconstruction program – various streets:
On March 15, 2016, City Council awarded a bid to Ricky Slade Construction, Inc. of Bridgeton New Jersey in the amount of $299,437.50 for road reconstruction at the following locations:
44
th Street from Landis Avenue to the Promenade – completed
46
th Street from Landis Avenue to the Promenade – completed
56
th Street from Landis Avenue to the Promenade – completed
Roadway elevation on selected areas of 44
th Street and Venicean Road – completed
Project is being closed out.
Sea Isle Boulevard:
The Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders, at their May 13, 2014 meeting, awarded a $12.7 million contract to South State, Inc. for the Sea Isle Boulevard Improvement Project that will raise the roadway by approximately 4.5-feet and otherwise reconstruct Sea Isle Boulevard.
Traffic has been diverted to the south side of the boulevard, and the contractor has placed fill on the north side of the causeway to an average height of about 6.5-feet, which is 2-feet higher than the eventual height of the completed roadway. The additional 2-feet, which will be removed prior to the next construction phase, is surcharge to compress the underlying layers of soil. The goal is to obtain as much settlement as possible prior to paving on top of the new fill. The current plan is to start paving of the north side this coming fall.
The entrance to the northbound parkway has been reconfigured in order to provide room for eastbound vehicles to travel around vehicles making a left turn onto the parkway entrance. Motorists are advised to be aware of the revised traffic patterns in the construction zone and the reduced speed limit.
On September 13, at the City Council meeting, County Engineer Dale Foster led a presentation updating Council and the public about the project and upcoming schedule of activities. The Power Point presentation that was shown at the council meeting is available to view by clicking on the link in this newsletter.
Streetscape Improvement on Landis Avenue:
On September 8, 2015, City Council awarded a bid to Think Pavers Hardscaping of Swedesboro, NJ, in the amount of $796,648.33 for streetscape improvements on Landis Avenue from 43
rd Street to 39
th Street. This project includes various aspects of beautification which includes new sidewalks, paver crosswalks, traffic striping, lighting, sod, stone mulching, various tree plantings & tree grates, benches and bike racks. The block from JFK to 40
th was previously completed as part of the JFK Gateway Project. Punch list items are being completed and Landis Avenue is now open to all vehicular traffic.
Public Works Maintenance Garage – 80th Street & Central:
On March 23, 2016, City Council awarded a bid to Archetto Construction, of Vineland, NJ, to replace the roof, siding and insulation at this location. Finishing touches are occurring on this project including punch list items. Final completion is expected in the next few weeks. The maintenance department continues to work out of this location.
Venicean Road Check Valve:
On April 26, 2016 City Council awarded a bid to RTW Construction, Inc., of Southampton, NJ, in the amount of $67,590.00 for the Venicean Road Check Valve Chamber Installation. The work for this project is currently suspended for the summer and will commence later this month.
Storm Sewer Improvements-Kneass Street:
On July 12, 2016, City Council awarded a bid to Garden State Construction of Clermont, NJ in the amount of $414,903.69 for the Storm Sewer Improvement, Kneass Street drainage area. As of this newsletter, work has not begun but is anticipated to start later this month.
Sea Isle Branch – Cape May County Library:
The Department of Public Works, in conjunction with the County Library System, Environmental Commission and the Shade Tree Committee, has been working hard to enhance the landscaping at the 4800 Park Road site. This included parking lot and walkway improvements, grading, irrigation, sod, landscaping and trees. Also included were two Terrapin gardens for nesting purposes. Signage is on order to explain their nesting habits including “fun facts.” This portion was in cooperation with Cameron Day of Sea Isle Boy Scout Troop 76 for his Eagle Project. Public Works employees and Cameron cooperated with the Historical Museum to redo the memorial garden which includes a new water feature, enhancements to the landscaping and restoration of the mast and statue.
