
Prepare for delays on Toledano Street starting tomorrow, as the Office of Stormwater & Green Infrastructure is set to embark on a noteworthy phase in their venture to bolster the flood defenses of our city. The south-bound lanes of Toledano Street from the 3000-3200 blocks will be closed for construction work on the Broadmoor HMGP Drainage Upgrades and Green Infrastructure Project, as reported by the City of New Orleans. Weather permitting, workers from Impetus Infrastructure, LLC, will swing into action at 7 a.m. on Jan. 16, operating every Monday through Friday from sunrise to sunset.
The project, which comes with a hefty $39.6 million price tag, seeks to reduce the perennial flood problems faced by the Broadmoor and Central City neighborhoods through the integration of green infrastructure. Designed by CDM Smith Inc., this endeavor aims to enhance the stormwater drainage system with a series of green storage, infiltration, and filtration features. Residents affected by the construction can seek updates from the recently developed OSE distribution list or text ROADWORK to 77295 to receive notifications, as reported by the City of New Orleans.
Demonstrating a commitment to transparency, the City of New Orleans Department of Public Works has made strides in keeping locals informed. Engaging residents with updates on the 217 completed projects valued at around $1.12 billion, officials consistently shed light on the ongoing improvements that are reshaping our landscape. The shared vision with the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans has materialized in near 34 projects currently underway, amassing nearly $553 million in value, continually reinforcing the city's defenses against Mother Nature's less forgiving whims.
The $2.3 billion Joint Infrastructure Recovery & Resilience Program heralds a generational shift in New Orleans' approach to its foundations. While comprising FEMA-funded Hazard Mitigation Grant Program projects, the initiative cements its legacy with approximately $141 million injected from HUD-funded National Disaster Resiliency Competition grants and even more through various local and federal funding streams. The DPW and Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans joint venture has already begun welding the city's fabric into a fortified whole, committed to elevating every neighborhood with its economic uplift, as per the City of New Orleans.
For those seeking more granular information on the ongoing construction activities and how they might impact daily life, the city invites inquiries at 504.658.ROAD or via email to [email protected]. As the City of New Orleans navigates through the transformation, patience and cooperation from its citizens will indeed pave the way for a resilient and revitalized home for us all.