Update Courtesy of Shari Lipner

North Shore / South Shore Intersection:
Crews have finally completed the installations of drainage structures and connecting pipes at this intersection and have begun the above-ground improvements. This includes the installation of a new sidewalk on the west side of the bridge, finishing the median and the installation of the pavers in the intersection.  Because this work includes tearing up part of the street, the Bridge at Bay Drive East and North Shore Drive will be closed until November 20. Vehicular traffic will be re-routed to the bridge at Biarritz Drive. Pedestrian Traffic may be allowed as long as there is no threat to safety, so please be aware that there may be intermittent closed access for those traveling on foot. If you are walking, please look for a crew member in a bright green t-shirt or vest and ask for assistance (do not walk into the work zone, please).

Fairway Drive Swale:
The retention swale along Fairway Drive is currently filled with water because the contractor is redeveloping some of the drainage wells, including the well at the street end of Fairway Drive (next to the Avanti Town homes). Once the work is completed, the water will recede. This is not the typical situation for this swale, and is a by-product of the current activity. We anticipate this work to continue for at least 10 more working days. The City has taken measures to mitigate mosquito hatching. The cooler weather works in our favor as well.

Dead Trees:
The City has identified trees throughout the neighborhood that did not survive the transplant. Contractually, the City will not close out the project unless the trees are replaced. All the trees planted as part of this project are under a warranty for one year after the project is declared substantially complete (unless there is evidence that any of the trees have been tampered-with).

As always, we appreciate your patience.

Please note: any inquiries or concerns about this project are to be directed to the Project Coordinator, Aurelio Carmenates or the Construction Manager, Olga Sanchez. Both can be located through the Capital Improvement Projects Office at 305-673-7071. Olga Sanchez is on-site each and every work day.

To reach Shari Holbert Lipner, the best means of communication is via email.  sharilipner@miamibeachfl.gov