Bridgeport@Work

City’s Street Improvement Program Begins Today Mayor Bill...

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 10:16:00 -0400

City’s Street Improvement Program Begins Today

Mayor Bill Finch today announced that the City’s street improvement program will begin with the milling of Hawley Avenue, between Lindley and Hart Streets, Exeter Street between Up Street and Beechmont Avenue and Lakeside Drive between Wedgewood Place and Frenchtown Road on Thursday, August 23.

Weather permitting, these streets will be paved on Friday, August 24.

Nearly 40 streets, which were selected by a collaborative effort between Mayor Finch, City Council members and the Department of Public Works, will be included in this season’s street improvement program. A number of factors are considered during the selection process, including an analysis of the current condition of the road, the volume of traffic, and public input.

“We have been working hard to enhance our roads and improve infrastructure in Bridgeport. We continue to have a very aggressive street paving program, to address the much needed improvements on some of our most travelled roads,” said Mayor Finch. “Thanks to the City Council members, the Public Works Department and the feedback from residents, for their efforts in helping us provide drivers with the best street conditions possible.”

Among the nearly 40 streets scheduled to be paved are Dewey Street, Capitol Avenue between Park and Wood Avenues and the southbound lane of Park Avenue between Cleveland and West Morgan Avenues.

During roadway improvements, residents and drivers can expect intermittent street closures and temporary parking bans while crews are working.

Here’s the latest look at work being done at the green...

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:41:40 -0500

Here’s the latest look at work being done at the green space located outside of City Hall Annex.

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November 2

August 30

Take a look at the public space where Pequonnock and Coleman...

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:00:06 -0500

Take a look at the public space where Pequonnock and Coleman Streets meet.

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Work has begun on the City’s newest park located in front...

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:48:00 -0400

Work has begun on the City’s newest park located in front of City Hall Annex, 999 Broad Street.

The latest look at the Pleasure Beach Fishing Pier

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:06:17 -0400

The latest look at the Pleasure Beach Fishing Pier

Starting today, City public works crews will begin planting...

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Starting today, City public works crews will begin planting beach grass and three different types of shrubs to help stabilize and re-establish the dune environment along ‘the spit’ in Ash Creek near St. Mary’s by the Sea. The plantings will include a mix of American Beach Grass (Ammophilia breiviligulata), Beach Plum (Prunus martima), Sand Cherry (Prunus depressa) andStaghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina).

Planting is scheduled to begin today, Thursday, Oct. 6 and should be completed by Friday afternoon. A snow fence will be erected to help shield the plants during the winter months. The plantings cost approximately $5-6,000 dollars.

Sidewalks have been installed, and storm drainage has been...

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 10:42:00 -0400

Sidewalks have been installed, and storm drainage has been upgraded along Gilman Street in the City’s Black Rock neighborhood as part of the City’s Bridgeport@Work capital improvements plan.

Approximately 1,100 feet of new concrete sidewalks and curbs have been installed along Gilman from Courtland to the existing stone dust walking path that runs to St. Mary’s by the Sea. The stone dust walkways have been upgraded as well, in keeping with the natural setting along the water’s edge.

Newfield Park upgrades to include barbecue shelter and splash...

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 10:00:00 -0400

Newfield Park upgrades to include barbecue shelter and splash pad

Newfield Park in the City’s East End will get a facelift with the addition of a barbecue shelter and a splash pad-children’s play area, funded by the City’s Bridgeport@Work capital improvements plan.

The barbecue shelter will be installed directly next to the horseshoe pits and adjacent to the playground so families can utilize the space for barbecues and parties.

A nearly five-mile long bike route is being created to link...

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:00:00 -0400

A nearly five-mile long bike route is being created to link Black Rock with Seaside Park, funded by the City’s Bridgeport@Work capital improvements plan.

The proposed route will be aligned along the following roads:

From Fairfield Avenue, Gilman Street to Balmforth Street, Gilman Street becomes Eames Boulevard;
Continue along Eames Boulevard to Old Battery Road, Eames Boulevard becomes Grovers Avenue;
Continue on Grovers Avenue to Brewster Street;
Turn right onto Brewster Street to Ellsworth Street;
Turn left onto Ellsworth Street to Prescott Streer;
Turn right onto Prescott Street to Harbor Avenue;
Turn left onto Harbor Avenue and a quick left onto Yacht Street to Saint Stephens Street;
Turn left onto Saint Stephens Street to Wordin Avenue;
Turn right onto Wordin Avenue to Bostwick Avenue;
Turn left onto Bostwick Avenue to Railroad Avenue;
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue to Park Avenue; and
Turn right onto Park Avenue to Seaside Park.

The milling of Water Street (between Fairfield Avenue and State...

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:31:00 -0400

The milling of Water Street (between Fairfield Avenue and State Street) and Middle Street (between John Street and Fairfield Avenue) in downtown Bridgeport began on Monday, September 12.

Here’s the latest look at the Madison Avenue streetscape...

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 16:55:00 -0400

Here’s the latest look at the Madison Avenue streetscape improvements.

This project is extending the Madison Ave. streetscapes across North Ave. to Harral Ave. Streetscapes will include tree plantings and new light fixtures.

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The City of Bridgeport is improving sidewalks on Park Avenue in...

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:21:00 -0400

The City of Bridgeport is improving sidewalks on Park Avenue in the South End neighborhood.

The City of Bridgeport has improved the tennis courts located at...

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:49:00 -0400

10 & Under Tennis Court

The City of Bridgeport has improved the tennis courts located at Glenwood Park. Along with the improvements, the City has also installed four youth tennis courts, built to the United States Tennis Association’s (USTA) 10 & Under Tennis specifications.

To learn more about 10 & Under Tennis go to http://10andundertennis.com/

The City’s newest park is located right in front of City...

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 19:27:00 -0400

The City’s newest park is located right in front of City Hall Annex, 999 Broad Street. A fence was recently removed from the property, opening up this square for public use.

New sidewalks have been installed in Seaside Park alongside the...

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 18:28:08 -0400

New sidewalks have been installed in Seaside Park alongside the beach area.

Masonry work has been to the gazebo in Wood Park, located on...

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:35:00 -0400

Masonry work has been to the gazebo in Wood Park, located on Wood Avenue between Grove Street and Sherwood Avenue.

Mayor Bill Finch and U.S. Rep. Jim Himes examined progress made...

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Mayor Bill Finch and U.S. Rep. Jim Himes examined progress made at the Pleasure Beach Fishing Pier.

With the use of federal funds secured by Congressman Himes, and City capital/bond funds, the City is refurbishing the remains of the Pleasure Beach Bridge and converting it into a fishing pier, bringing waterfront access to the residents of the East End and the general public. The fishing pier will include benches, tables and lighting. Additionally, landscaping work will be done on the land portion of the project.

The fishing pier is just the first step in the process of opening Pleasure Beach, a project that is one of the highest priorities in Mayor Finch’s continued efforts to open more park space and waterfront access to the residents of Bridgeport.

The Pleasure Beach Fishing Pier is located at the end of Central Avenue, near Seaview Avenue.

Intersection of State and Main Streets

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 20:02:00 -0400

Intersection of State and Main Streets

The paving of Main Street (between N. Frontage Road and Congress...

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The paving of Main Street (between N. Frontage Road and Congress Street) was completed last week. See “Before” and “After” photos above of the corner of Main and Golden Hill Streets.

The paving of State Street (between Lafayette Blvd. and Water...

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The paving of State Street (between Lafayette Blvd. and Water Street) was completed last week. See “Before” and “After” photos above of the corner of State and Broad Streets.