The following message has been prepared by the Cambridge Department of Public Works:

The City awarded a contract for the reconstruction of Forest St (Massachusetts Ave to the Somerville line) and Oxford St (Prentiss Street to Somerville line) to Newport Construction. The Forest and Oxford Streets Improvements Include:

Upgraded Utilities: The contractor will install a new sewer, drain and water main on Forest St, and install new catch basins. Crews will also install new catch basins on Oxford St, between Prentiss St and the Somerville line.

Sidewalk Reconstruction: After the utility work is complete, the contractor will demolish existing sidewalks, remove and reset granite curbing, and place new sidewalks, driveways and curb ramps on Forest St. Crews will also perform sidewalk reconstruction on Oxford St from Garfield St to the Somerville line. This work also includes the reconstruction of the raised cross walk at the intersection of Oxford Street and Garfield/Eustis Streets.

Roadway Paving: The roadway will be repaved and new pavement markings will be installed on Forest St and Oxford St from Garfield/Eustis St to the Somerville line.

Schedule
The contractor is expected to mobilize in late June to begin utility upgrades. Construction will be completed in phases, and will to take 4 months to complete. General work hours will be 7 am to 4 pm, Monday-Friday. “No Parking” signs will be posted at least 24 hours in advance of construction; please be sure to check posted signs for exact dates and times.

For information or assistance during this project, please contact Eric Breen, Project Manager, at (617) 349-6954 or  ebreen@cambridgema.gov. If an emergency arises after hours or on weekends, please call the 24-Hour line at (617) 349-4800.

We thank you in advance for your patience.