Beautification Projects - ARCHIVE
Owens Park Neighborhood Association
Copyright 2010-2011 Owens Park Neighborhood Assocation
OPNA is a not for profit voluntary group comprised of residents of Owens Park
OPNA is a not for profit voluntary group comprised of residents of Owens Park
Owens Boulevard Terminus
OPNA Contact: Katherine Cargile
CoR Contact: Dan Tracy
OPNA Contact: Katherine Cargile
CoR Contact: Dan Tracy
March 16, 2010
OPNA Board voted to fund a bench - installation will take 1-2 months.
February 28, 2010
Project complete! The OPNA Board will be voting on March 16 to fund a bench - stay tuned!
February 15, 2010
Working with the City to place a "Private Alley" sign at the new alley entrance and have a bench installed.
February 8, 2010
Work is wrapping up on the Terminus project! Here is the final to-do list:
1. Construct the fence (this will be a continuation of the steel/wood fence currently surrounding the park – it will run along the east-west alley until even with the corner of the substation, then turn north and connect at this corner i.e., people won’t be able to drive around the fence).
2. Pour the entrance ramp next to 1601 Woodoak (this was added late when we noticed it was missing based on the design)
3. Remove and replace several trees (this is due to an error made by the landscape architect - the trees planted are in conflict with trees approved by Oncor for planting in their easement)
4. Restore all the sod-rutted areas
5. Install stop signs
6. Install the solar powered lights at the alley crossing
December 7, 2009
Project behind schedule due to extensive rain. Expect completion by end of January.
October 19, 2009
Project started! Expected to complete by December 31, 2009
OPNA Board voted to fund a bench - installation will take 1-2 months.
February 28, 2010
Project complete! The OPNA Board will be voting on March 16 to fund a bench - stay tuned!
February 15, 2010
Working with the City to place a "Private Alley" sign at the new alley entrance and have a bench installed.
February 8, 2010
Work is wrapping up on the Terminus project! Here is the final to-do list:
1. Construct the fence (this will be a continuation of the steel/wood fence currently surrounding the park – it will run along the east-west alley until even with the corner of the substation, then turn north and connect at this corner i.e., people won’t be able to drive around the fence).
2. Pour the entrance ramp next to 1601 Woodoak (this was added late when we noticed it was missing based on the design)
3. Remove and replace several trees (this is due to an error made by the landscape architect - the trees planted are in conflict with trees approved by Oncor for planting in their easement)
4. Restore all the sod-rutted areas
5. Install stop signs
6. Install the solar powered lights at the alley crossing
December 7, 2009
Project behind schedule due to extensive rain. Expect completion by end of January.
October 19, 2009
Project started! Expected to complete by December 31, 2009
PROJECT OVERVIEW
In an effort to increase safety in Owens Park by stopping drivers - including City of Richardson garbage trucks - from using Owens Boulevard as:
1. a short-cut between Campbell Road and Plano Road (i.e., in the morning, avoiding the right-turn on westbound Campbell at Plano; in the evenings, avoiding the left-turn on southbound Plano at Campbell)
2. a cut-through to Lookout Park and the Lookout Transfer Station
OPNA worked with the City to terminate Owens Boulevard at Woodoak Drive. While this may be a small inconvienence to a few residents that like to use this short-cut, we feel it is in the best interest of the entire neighborhood to stop cars often traveling well above 30 mph. Additionally, this will extend the walking trail into our neighborhood and add a welcome green space just for our neighborhood!
Here is the conceptual plan - the final project may be slightly different:
In an effort to increase safety in Owens Park by stopping drivers - including City of Richardson garbage trucks - from using Owens Boulevard as:
1. a short-cut between Campbell Road and Plano Road (i.e., in the morning, avoiding the right-turn on westbound Campbell at Plano; in the evenings, avoiding the left-turn on southbound Plano at Campbell)
2. a cut-through to Lookout Park and the Lookout Transfer Station
OPNA worked with the City to terminate Owens Boulevard at Woodoak Drive. While this may be a small inconvienence to a few residents that like to use this short-cut, we feel it is in the best interest of the entire neighborhood to stop cars often traveling well above 30 mph. Additionally, this will extend the walking trail into our neighborhood and add a welcome green space just for our neighborhood!
Here is the conceptual plan - the final project may be slightly different:
Perimeter Wall
Key OPNA Contact
Katherine Cargile
Key City Contacts
Don Magner, Padma Patla
Key OPNA Contact
Katherine Cargile
Key City Contacts
Don Magner, Padma Patla
October 24, 2010
Well, the wall is just about done and looking great! City inspectors have completed a final walk-thru with Radcliff Hardscape - over the next few weeks they will be addressing final concerns (clean-up, landscaping, etc) so that the City accepts the job. Stay tuned for the ribbon-cutting dedication!
June 17, 2010
The OPNA Board has been working with the City to finalize some details - PLEASE READ:
1. We are transitioning from the orginally selected column stone ("Cordoba Cream") to "Luders Tan", understanding there may be some variation in the stone batches and there is a 4 week lead time. Though it was originally thought that the "Cordoba Cream" stone would complement the brick, once large samples were provided, the City, OPNA Board and several neighbors felt the contrast was too much - stone was too light/white with the brick. "Luders Tan" is the stone used on the W. Campbell Road - see picture at left or check out that completed wall (Campbell between Floyd and Waterview).
2. We are not installing an entry sign at the Campbell / Owens intersection. As previously mentioned, there are several visibility (poles, utility boxes) and placement (west side not preferred - traffic is on east side) issues. This is the main entrance to Owens Park and visibility is imperative - the OPNA Board has been advocating a small median entry feature at this intersection if possible and reasonable. The City agrees this is the right step to complete our Neighborhood Vitality Project. We will be submiting a request for a median entry feature project in the 2010 Call for Projects - given the impact of this improvement on our neighborhood and relative low cost, we are confident the small entry feature will be approved. NOTE: Left over funds from our project, as well other projects covered by the 2006 Bond - Neighborhood Vitality allocation, will be added to the approved 2010 Bond - Neighborhood Vitality allocation.
3. We have selected the paint color for the back of the Eddie Mann wall - “Softer Tan 6141”. Of the three choices presented to the OPNA Board, this color is the darkest (others are too light and/or yellow) – we feel this color will hide dirt the best yet work well with the brick color. See picture at left of check out the large samples on the Summertree alley wall (half-way down).
4. We have selected the cast stone column cap color - "??". Given that we are matching the W. Campbell Road brick and stone, the OPNA Board felt the best course of action was to match the column cap color.
5. We have selected the entry sign format - "Owens Park" will be on one line with 7-inch high letters in Euro Roman font in black. While this does not match the fonts we generally use (Georgia, Arial) or the color scheme we've "selected" for the neighborhood (dark red), the OPNA Board felt it was more important to have a classic, “timeless” look and the best readability. Remember, entry signs will be embedded in the south short walls along Plano Rd. See picture at left.
May 24, 2010 (Email sent to OPNA)
Construction is underway and set to complete November 2010. If you want to report an issue, let us know here.
April 20, 2010
Don Magner (CoR Director of Neighborhood Services) presented at OPNA's General Meeting (presentation)... GREAT NEWS!!! Owens Park will be getting the base bid AND all 4 alternates - painting back of Eddie Mann walls, entry signs, natural stone on the columns and cast stone column caps! Updated timeline:
- April 26: City Council votes to award bid (base and 4 alternates)
- Mid-May to Late-May: Pre-construction meeting(s) with selected contractor; finalize details (like paint color)
- Late-May / Early-June: Construction begins (target completion Fall 2010, likely October)
March 8, 2010
As part of consent agenda, the City Council unanimously authorized bidding on the Owens Park Screening Wall project. Bids are due Friday March 26 2PM.
February 24, 2010
Unanimous neighborhood feedback - brick color changed from "Ole Orleans" to "Fireside".
February 17, 2010
Continuing to work through final design issues with the City. Additionally, due to neighbor feedback, we've been able to determine that the brick used on the W. Campbell Rd. wall ("Fireside", between Floyd and Waterview) can be used in place of the Ole Orleans brick. Requesting feedback from those who voted Oct 20.
February 4, 2010
Met with the City to review the 90% design plan. Current timeline:
- February: Continue to finalize design plans and bid specs
- March 8 (target): City Council votes to authorize bidding
- Mid-March to Early-May: Bidding, selection and City Council votes to award
- Mid-May to Late-May: Pre-construction meeting(s) with selected contractor
- Early-June: Construction begins - no less than 120 days for construction (target completion Fall 2010)
NOTE: Removed cast stone wall captones as alternate - brick consistent with other wall projects at no additional cost.
October 20, 2009
Neighbors attending the General Meeting selected the brick (Ole Orleans) and stone (Cordoba Cream).
April 28, 2009
Neighbors attending the General Meeting selected the brick color scheme (red).
Well, the wall is just about done and looking great! City inspectors have completed a final walk-thru with Radcliff Hardscape - over the next few weeks they will be addressing final concerns (clean-up, landscaping, etc) so that the City accepts the job. Stay tuned for the ribbon-cutting dedication!
June 17, 2010
The OPNA Board has been working with the City to finalize some details - PLEASE READ:
1. We are transitioning from the orginally selected column stone ("Cordoba Cream") to "Luders Tan", understanding there may be some variation in the stone batches and there is a 4 week lead time. Though it was originally thought that the "Cordoba Cream" stone would complement the brick, once large samples were provided, the City, OPNA Board and several neighbors felt the contrast was too much - stone was too light/white with the brick. "Luders Tan" is the stone used on the W. Campbell Road - see picture at left or check out that completed wall (Campbell between Floyd and Waterview).
2. We are not installing an entry sign at the Campbell / Owens intersection. As previously mentioned, there are several visibility (poles, utility boxes) and placement (west side not preferred - traffic is on east side) issues. This is the main entrance to Owens Park and visibility is imperative - the OPNA Board has been advocating a small median entry feature at this intersection if possible and reasonable. The City agrees this is the right step to complete our Neighborhood Vitality Project. We will be submiting a request for a median entry feature project in the 2010 Call for Projects - given the impact of this improvement on our neighborhood and relative low cost, we are confident the small entry feature will be approved. NOTE: Left over funds from our project, as well other projects covered by the 2006 Bond - Neighborhood Vitality allocation, will be added to the approved 2010 Bond - Neighborhood Vitality allocation.
3. We have selected the paint color for the back of the Eddie Mann wall - “Softer Tan 6141”. Of the three choices presented to the OPNA Board, this color is the darkest (others are too light and/or yellow) – we feel this color will hide dirt the best yet work well with the brick color. See picture at left of check out the large samples on the Summertree alley wall (half-way down).
4. We have selected the cast stone column cap color - "??". Given that we are matching the W. Campbell Road brick and stone, the OPNA Board felt the best course of action was to match the column cap color.
5. We have selected the entry sign format - "Owens Park" will be on one line with 7-inch high letters in Euro Roman font in black. While this does not match the fonts we generally use (Georgia, Arial) or the color scheme we've "selected" for the neighborhood (dark red), the OPNA Board felt it was more important to have a classic, “timeless” look and the best readability. Remember, entry signs will be embedded in the south short walls along Plano Rd. See picture at left.
May 24, 2010 (Email sent to OPNA)
Construction is underway and set to complete November 2010. If you want to report an issue, let us know here.
April 20, 2010
Don Magner (CoR Director of Neighborhood Services) presented at OPNA's General Meeting (presentation)... GREAT NEWS!!! Owens Park will be getting the base bid AND all 4 alternates - painting back of Eddie Mann walls, entry signs, natural stone on the columns and cast stone column caps! Updated timeline:
- April 26: City Council votes to award bid (base and 4 alternates)
- Mid-May to Late-May: Pre-construction meeting(s) with selected contractor; finalize details (like paint color)
- Late-May / Early-June: Construction begins (target completion Fall 2010, likely October)
March 8, 2010
As part of consent agenda, the City Council unanimously authorized bidding on the Owens Park Screening Wall project. Bids are due Friday March 26 2PM.
February 24, 2010
Unanimous neighborhood feedback - brick color changed from "Ole Orleans" to "Fireside".
February 17, 2010
Continuing to work through final design issues with the City. Additionally, due to neighbor feedback, we've been able to determine that the brick used on the W. Campbell Rd. wall ("Fireside", between Floyd and Waterview) can be used in place of the Ole Orleans brick. Requesting feedback from those who voted Oct 20.
February 4, 2010
Met with the City to review the 90% design plan. Current timeline:
- February: Continue to finalize design plans and bid specs
- March 8 (target): City Council votes to authorize bidding
- Mid-March to Early-May: Bidding, selection and City Council votes to award
- Mid-May to Late-May: Pre-construction meeting(s) with selected contractor
- Early-June: Construction begins - no less than 120 days for construction (target completion Fall 2010)
NOTE: Removed cast stone wall captones as alternate - brick consistent with other wall projects at no additional cost.
October 20, 2009
Neighbors attending the General Meeting selected the brick (Ole Orleans) and stone (Cordoba Cream).
April 28, 2009
Neighbors attending the General Meeting selected the brick color scheme (red).
PROJECT OVERVIEW
As part of the Neighborhood Vitality program, the City of Richardson allocated funds from the 2006 Bond program to demolish and replace the 700 feet of stucco wall along Plano Road (runs from just south of Shannon Lane to just north of Jennifer Drive). This rebuild project would have included the new wall, new larger sidewalks as well as extensive irrigation and landscaping - a look consistent with the recently completed Canyon Creek wall and the in-progress West Campbell Road wall (between Floyd and Waterview).
After much neighborhood discussion, OPNA approached the City with an alternate plan - our preference was to find a way to address ALL the wall areas surrounding Owens Park. In addition to the 700 feet of stucco wall, 1400 feet of concrete brick-pressed "Eddie Mann" wall runs from just north of Jennifer Drive to just north of Woodoak Drive AND along Campbell Road. Unlike the stucco wall, the Eddie Mann wall was structurally sound and did not need to be rebuilt - it does desperately need to be refinished / refreshed.
After many conversations with the City, we were able to determine that the funds could be used to address all wall areas surrounding Owens Park. The stucco wall would be rebuilt with concrete block ("CMU") and have a similiar look to the existing Eddie Mann walls. Once the new "CMU" wall was built, all street-side walls (i.e., the sides facing Plano Rd and Campbell Rd) would be faced with brick and cultured stone columns for a consistent look. The short walls at entry points would be faced on both sides. Unfortunately, due to limited funds, some features will not be addressed:
1. Additional landscaping. Only plants, trees and hardscape destroyed during the construction process will be replaced (not the existing size – new material). All attempts to preserve existing trees will be made.
2. Additional irrigation. Only irrigation destroyed during the construction process will be replaced.
3. New sidewalks. Only sidewalks destroyed during the construction process will be re-built. Sidewalk north of Woodoak Drive will be removed and replaced with grass (new sidewalk will be built when the Owens lot is developed).
4. Treatment to the back side of new and existing wall.
IF the base bid comes in low, the City is having 4 "upgrades" priced out. We can incorporate these features in order of priority:
1. Column capstones
2. Entry signs
3. Painting the back of the Eddie Mann wall (the stucco wall replacement will be painted on the back)
4. Wall capstones
In summary, due to limited funds, our focus on the wall itself. In the future, we can apply for additional funds and/or leverage the matching funds program to address landscaping, irrigation, etc.
As part of the Neighborhood Vitality program, the City of Richardson allocated funds from the 2006 Bond program to demolish and replace the 700 feet of stucco wall along Plano Road (runs from just south of Shannon Lane to just north of Jennifer Drive). This rebuild project would have included the new wall, new larger sidewalks as well as extensive irrigation and landscaping - a look consistent with the recently completed Canyon Creek wall and the in-progress West Campbell Road wall (between Floyd and Waterview).
After much neighborhood discussion, OPNA approached the City with an alternate plan - our preference was to find a way to address ALL the wall areas surrounding Owens Park. In addition to the 700 feet of stucco wall, 1400 feet of concrete brick-pressed "Eddie Mann" wall runs from just north of Jennifer Drive to just north of Woodoak Drive AND along Campbell Road. Unlike the stucco wall, the Eddie Mann wall was structurally sound and did not need to be rebuilt - it does desperately need to be refinished / refreshed.
After many conversations with the City, we were able to determine that the funds could be used to address all wall areas surrounding Owens Park. The stucco wall would be rebuilt with concrete block ("CMU") and have a similiar look to the existing Eddie Mann walls. Once the new "CMU" wall was built, all street-side walls (i.e., the sides facing Plano Rd and Campbell Rd) would be faced with brick and cultured stone columns for a consistent look. The short walls at entry points would be faced on both sides. Unfortunately, due to limited funds, some features will not be addressed:
1. Additional landscaping. Only plants, trees and hardscape destroyed during the construction process will be replaced (not the existing size – new material). All attempts to preserve existing trees will be made.
2. Additional irrigation. Only irrigation destroyed during the construction process will be replaced.
3. New sidewalks. Only sidewalks destroyed during the construction process will be re-built. Sidewalk north of Woodoak Drive will be removed and replaced with grass (new sidewalk will be built when the Owens lot is developed).
4. Treatment to the back side of new and existing wall.
IF the base bid comes in low, the City is having 4 "upgrades" priced out. We can incorporate these features in order of priority:
1. Column capstones
2. Entry signs
3. Painting the back of the Eddie Mann wall (the stucco wall replacement will be painted on the back)
4. Wall capstones
In summary, due to limited funds, our focus on the wall itself. In the future, we can apply for additional funds and/or leverage the matching funds program to address landscaping, irrigation, etc.
Natural Stone Column Color
"Luders Tan"
"Luders Tan"
Brick Wall Color
"Fireside"
"Fireside"
Base Bid (APPROVED!)
1. Eddie Mann Wall will be faced in brick on street side only (back side remains as is). Existing columns will be fronted with stone. Between these columns, smaller brick columns will be constructed every 10 feet.
2. Stucco wall will be demolished and “thin” brick wall will be built - same look as refaced Eddie Mann Wall, but back will look the same as front
3. Short walls near entries will be finished front and back and will have same look as the taller walls (ending in a stone column).
4. Wall cap: Brick
5. Column cap: Concrete
1. Eddie Mann Wall will be faced in brick on street side only (back side remains as is). Existing columns will be fronted with stone. Between these columns, smaller brick columns will be constructed every 10 feet.
2. Stucco wall will be demolished and “thin” brick wall will be built - same look as refaced Eddie Mann Wall, but back will look the same as front
3. Short walls near entries will be finished front and back and will have same look as the taller walls (ending in a stone column).
4. Wall cap: Brick
5. Column cap: Concrete
Bid Alternates (ALL APPROVED!)
1. Painting the back of the existing Eddie Mann walls
2. Entry signs (embedded cast stone at all 5 entrances)
3. Natural stone (vs. cultured stone) on the columns
4. Cast stone column caps (vs. concrete)
1. Painting the back of the existing Eddie Mann walls
2. Entry signs (embedded cast stone at all 5 entrances)
3. Natural stone (vs. cultured stone) on the columns
4. Cast stone column caps (vs. concrete)
EXPECTED "LOOK"
SELECTED MATERIALS
Cast Stone Column Cap Color
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Picture
Coming soon
Coming soon
ENTRY SIGN FORMAT
BID SPECIFICATIONS
Back of Eddie Mann Paint Color
"Softer Tan 6141"
"Softer Tan 6141"