Cost: $1,410,000
Please note that the project cost includes all costs associated with the project such as planning and design, acquiring the right of way, utility relocation, consultant fees, construction, signalization, permits and landscaping.
The Engineering & Property Management (E&PM) project team managed the New Bern Sidewalk Project through the stages listed below. Specific work was conducted during each stage with an emphasis on public involvement during the planning and design phases.
Planning & Design Phase (Complete)
City staff worked with the Gannett Fleming Consultant Team to plan the improvements to New Bern Road. The plans were based on safety, cost, benefits, traffic analysis and a public involvement process. The public involvement process allowed citizens and nearby businesses to provide input at public meetings. On November 30, 2004, a public meeting was held to present the design to area residents and businesses.
Real Estate Phase (Complete)
The City's Real Estate staff worked with citizens and businesses to acquire right of way and property easements needed for construction work.
Bid Phase (Complete)
During the bid phase, final specifications were prepared and quantities of material were determined. The City of Charlotte followed the North Carolina state regulations and selected United Construction Inc., the lowest responsible bidder.
Construction Phase (Completed in May 2006)
E&PM staff worked closely with the contractor and property owners to ensure right of way agreements were followed.
