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Brattle Street Safety Improvement Project
Next week, the City will install Phase 1 of the Brattle Street Safety Improvement Project, between Mason Street and Sparks Street. Previously, we announced that we would delay installation to the spring, but we have adjusted our approach after re-evaluating the feasibility of using temporary materials.
We plan to use tube-style cones to separate people biking from vehicle traffic until concrete curbing becomes available this winter. These cones are taller and have a heavier base than a typical traffic cone.
What We're Doing Next Week:
Next week, we plan to put down all final pavement markings. This includes:
- Adding a two-way separated bike lane between Mason Street and Sparks Street
- Reconfiguring the intersection of Brattle Street with Craigie Street
- Painting all remaining crosswalks
- Finalizing all other remaining road markings, including parking stalls, turn arrows, and lane lines
Parking Restrictions
On Tuesday, November 8, City crews will remove all parking signs on the north side of the street and replace them with "No Stopping" signs. You will start to notice temporary signage beginning on Monday, November 7, to let people know that these changes are coming.
Timeline
We expect to begin work Wednesday, November 9, at 8 p.m. Additional nights of work may be needed on an ongoing basis. This work is weather dependent and we will communicate any changes we make to the schedule.
We anticipate having all curbing installed by January 2023. Curbing will be installed by a city contractor, E.M. Lofgren, under city supervision.
More Information
We still plan to install Phase 2 of the project in 2023, with community engagement continuing this winter. We look forward to hearing your feedback. Please let us know if you have any questions in the meantime!
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