[Colorado-Talk] Fwd: 2023 Highlights, Tremont Place & California Street Closures, Block 7 Renovations, Noise Variance, Current Project Activities

Gary Van Dorn garyvdrn at msn.com
Wed Jan 10 23:58:51 UTC 2024 

This email contains very useful information on upcoming work on our Sixteenth Street Mall.  The highlights for 2023 are very interesting.  I did not watch the video.  Please contact me directly at garyvdrn at msn.com if the video is not accessible.

Gary

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From: 16th Street Mall Updates <16thstreetmall at denvergov.org>
Subject: 2023 Highlights, Tremont Place & California Street Closures, Block 7 Renovations, Noise Variance, Current Project Activities
Date: January 9, 2024 at 16:44:18 MST
To: <garyvdrn at msn.com>
Reply-To: 16th Street Mall Updates <16thstreetmall at denvergov.org>

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2023 Milestones on 16th Street
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Last year saw major progress for the 16th Street Mall Project! Read below for some key achievements of the past year, and check out the captivating video above, created by PCL, showcasing the great things yet to come for this project.

Project Milestones in 2023:

  *   Over the course of 2023, a total of 181,057 hours were spent working on the project by PCL construction and their subcontractors.
  *   7,000 cubic yards of dirt were excavated along the Mall during 2023. That amount of dirt could fill over two Olympic sized swimming pools! Excavation is done on the project to install underground support elements for the Free MallRide transitway, the Stratavault system, for underground utility work, and more.
  *   Like any urban infrastructure project, the 16th Street Mall Project requires a lot of new concrete to be poured during renovation. In 2023, 2,400 cubic yards (240 truckloads) of new concrete were placed by the project team to provide the foundation for a new and improved 16th Street.
  *   A large part of the 16th Street Project is upgrading the complex network of utility lines beneath the street. Every week, the project team encounters and overcomes new challenges with existing systems. Through 2023, 98 utility conflicts were resolved.
  *   With more than 200 trees, 16th Street will have the longest, continuous tree canopy in the City and County of Denver at project completion. Sixteen of those trees were placed in 2023 including species such as Heritage Oak and Swamp White Oak.

What to expect in 2024: Construction will be active in all blocks with renovations starting in blocks 7, 11, 12, and 13.

  *   Phase 2 of construction, which includes the installation of pavers in the pedestrian areas, will be active in nine blocks, and finish with fences coming down to begin Phase 3 in seven blocks.
  *   By summer of 2024, we will begin unveiling the newly revitalized blocks along 16th Street.
  *   By the end of 2024, at least six blocks of the 16th Street Mall project will be fully complete!

Intersection Closure at California and 16th Streets

As soon as Tuesday, Jan. 16, the intersection of California Street and 16th Street will temporarily close for gas line work. This work is scheduled to last approximately nine weeks. You can find detour information linked here<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=a9aa857913&e=0e4069ae0b>.

Here's what you can expect: California will become a two-way street between 15th and 16th streets and between 16th and 17th streets during the intersection closure, with a U-turn required at the 16th Street Mall intersection.

  *   Business and residential access, including access to parking structures, loading docks and surface lots will be maintained. Most access points will be right-in, right-out movements only — we will communicate exceptions with buildings directly.
  *   Crosswalk closures will occur throughout the intersection closure, with three of the four crosswalks open at all times.
  *   A temporary traffic signal will be installed at 17th and California streets.
  *   On-street parking will be limited along California Street.
  *   The intersection will remain closed 24/7 for the duration of the work.
  *   Watch for signage for closure and detour information.
  *   Travel delays are possible so please allow extra time.

Intersection Closure at Tremont Place and 16th Street

As soon as Thursday, Jan. 18, the intersection of Tremont Place and 16th Street will temporarily close as crews begin Mall improvement activities including utility, traffic signal, and lighting infrastructure installation across the intersection. This work is scheduled to last 4-6 weeks.

Here's what you can expect:
During the intersection closure, Tremont Place will temporarily become a two-way street between 16th and 17th streets. This will require a U-turn at the 16th Street Mall intersection. However, please note Tremont Place will continue to be southbound-only between 16th and 15th streets. You can find detour information linked here.<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=11c9deb4f7&e=0e4069ae0b>

  *   Business and residential access, including access to parking structures, loading docks and surface lots will be maintained. Most access points will only be right-in and right-out movements — we will communicate exceptions directly with buildings.
  *   Crosswalk closures will occur throughout the intersection closure, with three of the four crosswalks open at all times.
  *   A temporary traffic signal will be installed at 17th Street and Tremont Place.
  *   On-street parking will be limited along Tremont Place.
  *   Bike lane temporarily detoured to the Glenarm Place intersection between 14th and 17th streets. See detour information here.<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=eb2c32170b&e=0e4069ae0b>
  *   Cyclists who remain on Tremont Place must dismount and walk through the crosswalk.
  *   The intersection will remain closed 24/7 for the duration of the work.
  *   Watch for signage for closure and detour information.
  *   Travel delays are possible so please allow extra time.

Renovation Begins between Stout and California Streets

On Jan. 8, 16th Street Mall Project crews and equipment arrived between Stout and California streets (Block 7) to begin reconstruction work in the block. Installation of a full-block, curb-to-curb fence will take place prior to demolition of the pavers. The fencing will expand outward as project work requires. Direct notices will be sent prior to any fence expansion.

Here's what you can expect:

  *   Work begins in the center transitway area
  *   Fencing will surround the work site and include signs to direct pedestrians traveling on the Mall
  *   Alleyway access: Vehicles can enter the alleyway from 15th or 17th streets but cannot continue through to 16th Street Mall. Instead, they will need to back out and leave the way they entered.
  *   Gates and flaggers will be on-site at intersections to direct drivers and pedestrians as needed
  *   All businesses will remain accessible.

Reminder: Noise Variance Public Hearing on Jan. 11
Para español, visite el sitio web<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=830b6d1d6b&e=0e4069ae0b>

The Denver Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) rescheduled the noise variance public hearing to Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, at 4 p.m.

As a reminder, PCL Construction has applied to the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) for a noise variance which would allow specific construction activities to occur at night. This request is being made to finish project as quickly as possible and minimize impacts to businesses, residents, visitors, employees, and commuters, The noise variance request includes proposed mitigations to protect residents impacted by noise. Night work will only be planned when it makes the most sense, and will not occur every night in every block.

For more information or to submit a public comment, visit the project website<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=be0996f283&e=0e4069ae0b>. You can also comment on this request by attending the public hearing during the DDPHE Board Meeting on Jan. 11. The meeting will take place from 4 - 6 p.m., and PCL's noise variance hearing is the third item on the agenda.

DDPHE Board Meeting:
Thursday, Jan. 11, 2023
4 p.m.
Post Building
101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 800, Health Equity Hall or
Virtual via Zoom (register in advance<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=fcc74352ca&e=0e4069ae0b>)

Current Project Activities

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Market to Larimer (Block 1)

  *   Phase 1-2 Combo<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=45cb57aa6b&e=0e4069ae0b> (north side only) improvements underway
     *   Full closure of north sidewalk began Oct. 23, lasting through the spring
     *   South sidewalk remains open
  *   Market intersection:
     *   Single, right-lane closure on Market began Sept. 11, lasting through the spring
     *   East crosswalk closure began Nov. 3, lasting through mid-January

Larimer to Lawrence (Block 2)

  *   Phase 1 of improvements underway<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=d85ee8275c&e=0e4069ae0b>
  *   Larimer intersection:
     *   Single, right-lane closure on Larimer began on Oct. 10, lasting through early-February
     *   The east crosswalk is closed, but the other three crosswalks in the intersection remain open

Lawrence to Arapahoe (Block 3)

  *   Phase 1 of improvements underway<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=1c282e53d5&e=0e4069ae0b>
  *   Lawrence intersection:
     *   East crosswalk closure began July 19, lasting through early-February

Arapahoe to Curtis (Block 4)

  *   Phase 1-2 Combo<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=44954eb857&e=0e4069ae0b> (south side only) improvements underway
     *   Full closure of south sidewalk began April 20, lasting through the spring
  *   Arapahoe intersection:
     *   Single, left-lane closure and east crosswalk shift on Arapahoe began July 19, lasting through February
     *   West crosswalk closure began July 19, lasting through February

Curtis to Champa (Block 5)

  *   Phase 1 of improvements underway<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=32ee91edda&e=0e4069ae0b>
  *   Curtis intersection:
     *   West crosswalk closure began Sept. 12, lasting through January

Champa to Stout (Block 6)

  *   Phase 1 of improvements underway<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=38ad307058&e=0e4069ae0b>
     *   Partial north sidewalk narrowing (a 5-foot sidewalk remains) began Nov. 28, lasting through late-January
     *   Partial north sidewalk and alleyway closure begins as soon as Jan. 9 lasting through late-January
  *   Champa intersection:
     *   Full intersection closure began Sept. 6, lasting through early-February
        *   Bike lane temporarily detoured to Arapahoe Street between 14th and 18th streets
        *   This intersection will have various crosswalk closures for the duration of this work. At least three of the four crosswalks are open at all times

Stout to California (Block 7)

  *   Phase 1 of improvements underway<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=6492954ecc&e=0e4069ae0b>

California to Welton (Block 8)

  *   Phase 1 of improvements underway<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=b60a193270&e=0e4069ae0b>

Welton to Glenarm (Block 9)

  *   Phase 1 of improvements underway<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=444e196762&e=0e4069ae0b>
     *   Partial north sidewalk narrowing (a 5-foot sidewalk remains) began Nov. 28, lasting through mid-January
  *   Welton intersection:
     *   Welton has been reduced to two lanes — one southbound and one northbound. This began Dec. 5 and will last through mid-February.

Glenarm to Tremont (Block 10)

  *   Phase 1 of improvements underway<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=4bed8d0752&e=0e4069ae0b>
     *   Partial north sidewalk narrowing (a 5-foot sidewalk remains) began Dec. 8, lasting through late-January.
     *   Partial north sidewalk and alleyway closure began Jan. 8 lasting through late-January
  *   Glenarm intersection:
     *   Utility work is occurring on Glenarm Place and in the Glenarm intersection. This began Nov. 9, lasting through the end of January. Pedestrian access is maintained.
     *   Bike lanes temporarily detoured to Welton Street and Tremont Place between 15th and 17th streets

Expected Work Hours

Workdays and hours are anticipated to be Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekend work will occur between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Heavy equipment may operate between hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., any day of the week. Material deliveries and staging may occur overnight. All project activities and schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change.

Due to schedule and sequencing, not all active blocks will have activities occurring at all times. To see the latest updates on work, you can check the current project activities page on the website<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=9db2b307c3&e=0e4069ae0b>.
RTD Free MallRide

The RTD Free MallRide continues to run during the 16th Street Mall Project, rerouted to 15th and 17th streets until the project is complete. The detour is currently from Wazee Street to Civic Center Station. For more information on RTD's Free MallRide detours, visit https://app.rtd-denver.com/route/MALL/alerts<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=5121e6210d&e=0e4069ae0b>.

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Business Support

The City and County of Denver and the Downtown Denver Partnership have developed a Small Business Support Program<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=f5ac05d09b&e=0e4069ae0b> to assist businesses potentially impacted by 16th Street Mall construction throughout the multi-year construction period. Check if your business is now eligible on the Business Support page<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=489307f6f1&e=0e4069ae0b> of the 16th Street Mall Project website. Questions? Email edprograms at downtowndenver.com<mailto:edprograms at downtowndenver.com>.
Connect with the Project Team

Trailer Talks are Going Virtual!

In an effort to increase engagement and accessibility at Trailer Talks, we will be switching to an online “office hours” format for the next few months. Each month, the 16th Street Mall Project team will host a virtual office hours where project team members can provide project information and answer questions from the public. The next virtual office hours will be held on Jan. 25 from 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. To RSVP and receive a meeting link, click here<https://cig-pr.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a&id=1889f42f33&e=0e4069ae0b>. If that time won’t work with your schedule, we are also happy to set up a different time to meet in-person or virtually.


[https://mcusercontent.com/fc34ba15e6547b8d998f63f6a/images/f89662d4-68a3-0e0a-15bb-41492601f16c.png]Mobile App
Need 16th Street Mall information on the go? Download our mobile app to:

  *   Access the overview map of all project activities
  *   Learn about the project and each construction phase
  *   Find businesses along the Mall
  *   Sign up for block-by-block notifications on construction impacts, phase changes and more to best plan your route
  *   Connect with the project team with concerns or questions from your mobile device

To download the app, go to the Apple Store or Google Play store and search “16th Street Mall Project."

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 Clean & Safe Mobile App

Directly report non-emergency public safety and maintenance concerns in Downtown Denver. The Clean & Safe Program covers the Business Improvement District for the 120 blocks of Downtown Denver, including LoDo, Upper Downtown and the Convention Center corridor.

To download the app, go to the Apple Store or Google Play store and search “Clean & Safe - Downtown Denver."

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