Council Receives Public Works and Engineering Update | | |
At the July 11 Addison City Council Meeting, Director Shannon Hicks presented an update on key Public Works and Engineering initiatives. Highlights included operational projects, pavement and asset assessments and Vitruvian Streetscape and Trail Improvements, as well as Utilities Division, stormwater, and bond projects. Among their many responsibilities, the 37 members of this department maintain 37 signalized intersections, 167 lane miles of roadway, over 5,000 signs, 10.5 million gallons of water storage, 76 miles of storm water mains, and 1,100 fire hydrants.
Some of the projects recently completed or underway include:
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Currently painting the Wheeler (Arapaho) Bridge rails, swoops, and arches.
- A townwide pavement and asset assessment covering 130 miles of roadways.
- Completed 1,100 fire hydrant inspections in FY22. The next round of inspections will begin in the summer of 2023.
- Painted one-third of the Town’s fire hydrants in FY22 and completed another third in FY23.
- Completed eight manhole rehabilitations in FY23.
- Hosted Earth Day and Sustainability Day Events.
- Completed Celestial Place stormwater repairs and will be repairing pavement areas that were damaged due to infiltration.
- Currently restoring residential areas around the Rawhide Creek ADA and Drainage project. The underground detention facility will be installed in trail area.
- City Council approved additional funding and construction for the Lake Forest Drive Water and Sewer Improvements Project. Construction is anticipated to take five months to complete.
- On Midway Road, the northbound lanes from Belt Line Road to Proton Drive are under construction and major paving operations south of Belt Line are anticipated to be completed by summer 2023. The contractor will then transition to sidewalks, medians, lights, and other amenities. Major paving operations north of Belt Line have begun from Keller Springs Road to Dooley Road.
- Project selection committee is evaluating the proposals for Keller Springs Road Construction. The contract will be considered by Council later this summer and construction is estimated to begin in September
For more information on Addison's Public Works and Engineering projects, please visit addisontexas.net/projects.
You can watch Council's Public Works and Engineering update here and read the presentation here.
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Upcoming Public Hearings
The following public hearing will take place at the July 25 City Council Meeting which will be held at the Addison Conference Centre. Agendas are posted on the Town's website three days before the meeting.
Case1868-SUP/5555 Celestial Road (White Rock Chapel). Hold a public hearing, present, discuss, and consider action on a request for a Special Use Permit (SUP) to allow a Religious Institution on 1.28± acres located at the northwest corner of Celestial Road and Winnwood Road (5555 Celestial Road) that is currently zoned Planned Development (PD), through Ordinance No. O91-038.
| | Don't Forget to Hide, Lock, Take | Addison and area cities have experienced a recent rash of car break ins. Addison Police Department wants to remind residents and visitors that car thieves target cars that are unlocked and have valuables in plain sight. They encourage you not to leave valuables in your car. If you have to, hide them away under a seat or in a glove box. Also, always lock your car, even in your driveway or parking garage. Remember, if you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1 or the non-emergency dispatch number at 972-450-7156. | | DART and AWH Provide Silver Line Update | | |
Representatives from DART and the design-build contractor Archer Western Herzog (AWH) were at the Addison Athletic Club on Wednesday night to share the latest design and construction developments of the DART Silver Line Regional Rail Project. The vehicles will begin shipping this summer, but revenue service is not projected until late 2025 to mid 2026. Crews are currently working on the rail crossings at the Dallas North Tollway and Quorum Drive. A three-day closure will be required to complete Quorum Drive but they are waiting on track to be delivered before a date is scheduled. AWH is currently coordinating with Addison and Carrollton on some phased closures at the Marsh Lane crossing later this summer.
For more information on the project and to register for email updates, visit dart.org/silverline.
| | Addison Team Visits Scott + Reid Headquarters | | |
Mayor Bruce Arfsten, City Manager David Gaines, and Economic Development Manager Lauren Williams stopped by Scott + Reid's headquarters at 15207 Addison Road on Tuesday, July 18. The Addison team was joined by a rising high school junior who spent the day shadowing the Economic Development team gaining valuable exposure to the exciting work that drives progress in our community.
The Addison delegation was hosted by Scott + Reid President Brad Reid and Director of Field Personnel Phil Vanderhil who shared valuable insights into the company's dedication to delivering exceptional services and their mission to remain steadfast in their goal to be a good corporate resident to those around them. Scott + Reid is a general contracting firm with expertise focused on low to mid-rise builds across the nation. The Addison team had the opportunity to witness firsthand the quality of Scott + Reid's work and attention to detail.
To learn more about the impressive work happening at Scott + Reid, please visit their website
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New Outdoor Pool Structure Installed | |
The last piece of the Addison Athletic Club renovation, the outdoor pool structure, has officially been completed. During excavation last summer for the piers needed to support the structure columns, the contractor encountered undocumented utilities in most of the five pier locations. There was not enough time to determine a solution and complete the associated work without delaying the opening of the outdoor pool so staff directed the contractor to fill in the pier holes and delay the work until after the pool closed in September. The ultimate solution required re-engineering the project and ordering a newly shaped cover.
Even though the project is now complete, Club staff is still working with the contractor on addressing several warranty issues. Many thanks to the residents for their ongoing patience with these lingering repairs.
The Athletic Club renovation was approved by voters as part of a 2019 bond election and included updates to the locker rooms, gymnasium, pools, and lobby area.
| | Colombian Festival Takes Place in Addison Circle Park on July 22 | | The Colombian Festival returns to Addison Circle Park on Saturday, July 22. Featuring Colombian food, dancing, and musical artists, this event is authentic fun for the whole family. Please be aware of the event set up and tear down in the Addison Circle Park this weekend and that Festival Way will be closed to the public on Saturday. Find out more about this one-of-a-kind cultural experience and purchase tickets here. | | Don't Miss the Quarterly Police Talk on August 3 | | The Addison Police will be discussing C.R.A.S.E., civilian response to active shooter events, at its next quarterly Police Talk. Come learn strategies, guidance, and a proven plan for managing an active shooter event on Thursday, August 3 from 7 - 8pm in the upstairs conference room at the Addison Athletic Club. The event is free, but please register at the Club's front desk. | | Les Lacs Pond Improvement Project Informational Meeting Planned for August 23 | | |
The Parks and Recreation and Public Works and Engineering Departments are hosting a public information meeting on August 23 from 6:30 - 7:30pm at the Athletic Club to provide an update on the Les Lacs Pond Improvement Project. At the meeting, staff will present the final plans and share other valuable information about logistics, scheduling, and options for base bid alternatives.
Here are additional ways you can stay updated on the project:
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Parents Can Get A Night Out on July 28 | | Hey parents, do you need a few hours for a date night or to run some errands without the kids? Sign them up for Parents Night Out on Friday, July 28 at the Addison Athletic Club! They will enjoy gym time, a movie, and pizza while you get some free time. Stop by and register at the front desk. | | Mark Your Calendar for the Next Hot Dog Social on July 31 | | There are still two more pool socials left this summer, so grab your bathing suit and goggles and head to the outdoor pool on July 31 at 5:30pm. Meals are only $2 and include a hot dog, chips, and water. Please prepay at the front desk prior to attending. | |
Come Work for the Athletic Club! | | Addison Athletic Club is hiring two part time Childcare Assistants. The position requires 20 hours/week but will vary based on programs and events. If you are outgoing and get along with kids and co-workers, come join the stellar Athletic Club team. Contact Rachel Wagner at rwagner@addisontx.gov for questions or apply at https://bit.ly/AACchildcareassistant2023. | | Pop-Up Yoga is Back at Addison Circle Park | | Namaste and play with games and FREE yoga in Addison Circle Park on July 29 from 9 -11am. Bring your mat and find your center at a yoga session hosted by Addison Circle Yoga. Yoga starts at 9:30am and games are available from 9 - 11am. Food will be available through Java and Hopps, the concessionaire at the Addison Circle Park pavilion. | | |
Addison shares information with the community in a number of different ways. Here are some ways you can stay updated on the latest news:
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www.addisontexas.net: Find alerts and updates on the homepage and department-specific updates on department pages.
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www.addisontexas.net/Midway: Find information on the Midway Road Revitalization Project and subscribe for project email and text updates.
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