Open House to Discuss Project Details
Monday, May 6, 9-12pm, 149 W. Nine Mile.
 
Volume 2013                                                                                                               Issue 3 
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Timeline:
How the 
West 
was One!

May 1 * * * * * * * * 
Community ROUND UP & GROUNDBREAKING. 
Get the lowdown on the project.
6-8 pm, 
918 W. Nine 
 
May 6 * * * * * * * * 
HWO Open House.  In case you missed the 1st, here's another chance to get all the details.
9 am - Noon, 149 W. Nine
 
May 9* * * * * * * * 
LIGHTS OUT/LIGHTS UP!
Public street light removal.  Businesses encouraged to light up their businesses.
 
May 13 * * * * * * * 
HWO Prep. Staging of construction equipment, traffic control barrels, materials.
 
May  * * * * * * * *
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Stage I - BIG DIG  Begins.
West Nine Water Main Replacement , north side, starts at Planavon and moves 
west  to Pinecrest.  
ETA - 8 weeks
 
July * * * * * * *  * * * * * * * * 
Stage II - GUSSY UP I, North side streetscape enchancements begin.  
ETA - 8 weeks

Sept. * * * * * * *  * * * * * * * 
Stage III - GUSSY UP II South side Streetscape enchancements begin. 
ETA - 8 weeks
 
November * * * * * * * * * *  
GRAND REOPENING! 
Date & Place - TBD 
 
ALL DATES ARE TENTATIVE, DEPENDING 
ON CONTRACTOR, WEATHER & OTHER ISSUES.  
 
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HOW TO CONTACT
THE DDA!

Cristina Sheppard-Decius
Executive Director 
cristina
@
downtownferndale.com
 
Chris Hughes
Comm. & Marketing Mgr.
chughes@
downtownferndale.com
 
Cindy Willcock
Operations Manager
cindy@
downtownferndale.com
 
Martha Potere
Program Manager
martha@ 
downtownferndale.com
 
info@downtownferndale.com
248-546-1632
 
April 25, 2013

 

CONSTRUCTION ALERTS 

 

1. The Big Flush will not occur on May 5th and will not be rescheduled. The Department of Public Works has determined that the additional flush will not be advantageous to construction, and that the normal course of water main replacement construction will suffice in meeting project goals.

 

2. Lights Out/Lights Up! DTE notified the City of Ferndale today that they will be removing the cobrahead lights between Livernois and Pinecrest beginning on May 9th, weather permitting. Businesses: Please make sure to check your exterior lighting, and follow the DDA's Lights Up Guide, included in the Survival Kit. If you have not picked up your Survival Kit, we are happy to deliver them to your place of business. Alternatively, please feel free to stop in for our Open House on May 6th.

 

MAY 6th OPEN HOUSE

 

If you were unable to join us at the Groundbreaking Ceremony this past week, please join us on May 6th from 9am - 12pm at the Ferndale DDA, located at 149 West Nine Mile, for an Open House to discuss the construction details. You can pop in at any time, and our staff will be happy to answer all of your questions and address any concerns. Stay as long as you like!

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 

We are encouraging all businesses to have 5-10 gallon containers of water on-site for the duration of the water main work. As our construction requires the water to be shut off for some periods of time throughout the project, we want to ensure that you are prepared, in case water is needed for restrooms, wash sinks, etc. 

 

2013 STAGE OF CONSTRUCTION:

Stage I -- The Big Dig Water Main Replacement -- North side of West Nine Mile, Planavon to Pinecrest.  May-July

Stage II -- Gussy Up I - Streetscape Construction -- North side of West Nine Mile, Livernois to Pinecrest,  July-August

Stage III -- Gussy Up II - Streetscape Construction - South side of West Nine Mile, Livernois to Pinecrest, Sept.-Nov.

 

Throughout the run of the project, the Ferndale DDA will do its best to keep you informed and up to date on progress of the project.  Please visit our website at www.DowntownFerndale.com, Downtown Ferndale on facebook, follow us on Twitter, tune into our YouTube channel and see what we are pinning on Pinterest.  In addition, those who sign up will receive weekly updates via The Pony Express Eblast -- sent directly to your inbox from weekly construction meetings.  

 

We know the road ahead may sometimes be treacherous so we are asking for your patience and your continued shopping and dining in Downtown Ferndale.

 

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call the DDA at 248-546-1632.   We are here to inform and help!

 

Sincerely,

 

Cristina Sheppard-Decius, CMSM

Executive Director

Ferndale DDA

 

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IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT HOW THE WEST WAS ONE 
  • Every time you see the Sheriff's Badge with the Yellow Banner, know that it's news about HWO.
  • Traffic will be reduced to two (2) lanes of traffic during construction.
  • Driveway access for businesses will be maintained with periodic partial closures.
  • Water service will be interrupted at least twice during Stage I, up to five hours, but Contractor will do their best to work around business needs. Please make sure to mention your needs at the meeting.
  • Signage along 9 Mile will indicate ALL BUSINESSES ARE OPEN
  • Construction Inspector will be on-site during all work hours, but in case you have questions or concerns, please contact the Ferndale DDA at 248-546-1632 or DPW at 248-546-2514.
  • Sidewalks on 9 Mile will be interrupted, impassable or removed at times during each Stage.  You will need to provide alternative pedestrian access for your customers (ie:  back or side doors).  
  • Access to Dover, Beaufield and Kenton will be closed to thru traffic @ 9 Mile; an alternative one-way alley access will be provided for business parking and access. Residents should use alternate route from Albany. Kenton Street will be changed to 2-way from Albany up to the closure@9 Mile.
  • Farmdale will be closed for up to one week during Stage II, but will otherwise remain open.
  • FREE Public Parking available at the American Legion Hall on Livernois.

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