Buchanan Street Drainage Project Enters Final Phase

Buchanan Street area residents and visitors will be glad to know that major sewer and stormwater system upgrades are nearing the home stretch. Even as pipe installation continues, certain areas are already undergoing final-phase lawn, driveway, curb and sidewalk restoration. Town Engineer Tim Belcher noted that the entire project remains on track for completion before the end of the year.

The multimillion dollar project, which involves replacing pipe as large as 48 inches in diameter, was necessary for compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Water Act. Belcher added that the project also brings tangible benefits to area residents. “Because we're separating the sewer and stormwater drainage systems and adding capacity,” he said, “these improvements should help reduce residential problems with standing water and basement backups during rain events.” The project will also help the community's ecosystem by reducing or removing sediment and pollutants from stormwater runoff before it enters White Lick Creek.

Belcher noted that congestion in the area has been unavoidable because of the oversized equipment necessary to install the large diameter piping in small areas. “We appreciate the continuing patience of area residents,” he said. “The end result should be worth the shortterm inconvenience.”

For more information about this project, contact Belcher at 839-2561, extension 218.

Fall/Winter Program Guide Available September 1

Ready to plan your recreational activities for the coming months? Be sure to pick up a copy of the Department of Parks and Recreation's Fall / Winter Program Guide. The Guide provides information on available aquatic and recreational activities, including expanded swim lessons, adult and youth basketball and volleyball, fitness programs, special events and more.

Available September 1, the Guide can be picked up at the Recreation Center, the Plainfield Municipal Center, the Plainfield/Guilford Township Library, and Hummel Park . To download the Guide as a pdf file , visit www.townofplainfield.com and select the link for the Parks and Recreation Department, then click on the “Rec. Programs” icon.

For more information about recreation programs, contact Larry Stensrud at 839-7665, Ext. 546; for aquatic programs information, contact Tony Carlucci at 839-7665, Ext. 538; and for information about Clarks Creek Natatorium programs, contact Chris Grady at 203-0080. To learn more about other Parks and Recreation programs, contact Nate Thorne at 839-7665, Ext. 534.