City of Tonawanda
Engineering
200 Niagara Street
Tonawanda, NY 14150
Jason LaMonaco, P.E. E-mail:
City Engineer
engineer@ci.tonawanda.ny.us
Phone: (716) 695-8624 Tonawanda City Hall
Fax: 716-743-8870 200 Niagara Street
Tonawanda, New York 14150
Office Hours: 8 am – 4 pm
Mission Statement
The City of Tonawanda Engineering
Department shall perform professional design, construction, and administration
of improving waterlines, storm and sanitary lines, roadways, bridges, and other
potential projects. The Department shall use the latest in technology and
engineering techniques to improve service and reduce cost. Prioritizing,
planning, and building the City's infrastructure presents a constant challenge
because of its age and condition. We continually strive to meet the needs of
City residents, businesses, and departments by responding to information
requests.
Responsibilities
Maps
Current Projects
Frequently Asked Questions
RESPONSIBILITIES
CITY RIGHT-OF-WAY
· PAVEMENT
· CURBS
· SIDEWALK AND DRIVEWAY APRONS
CITY BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
UTILITIES/ENVIRONMENTAL
· PUMP STATIONS
· WALES AVENUE LANDFILL
· SPAULDING FIBRE
· STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
· SANITARY SEWERS
· STORM SEWERS
ADMINISTRATION
· ENGINEERING
· PLANNING
· ESTIMATING
· DESIGN
· PROJECT MANAGEMENT
· INSPECTION
ARCHIVES
· CAPITAL PROJECTS
· AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHS
REPORTING
· ANNUAL STORMWATER
· ANNUAL SANITARY SEWER O&M
· ANNUAL SAMPLING REPORT FOR 153 FILLMORE
· SEMI-ANNUAL GRANT STATUS REPORTS
· QUARTERLY WALES AVENUE MONITORING REPORT
· MONTHLY SANITARY SEWER MONITORING REPORT
CURRENT PROJECTS
· SPAULDING FIBRE - RESTORE NY
· SPAULDING FIBRE - FEDERAL FUNDING
· SPAULDING FIBRE - ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION PROGRAM
· SPAULDING FIBRE - ZONING AND MASTER PLAN UPDATE
· SPAULDING FIBRE - BROWNFIELD OPPORTUNITY AREA
· CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT ZONING AND MASTER PLAN UPDATE
· PLANNING AND DESIGN OF REVITALIZATION PROJECTS FOR GATEWAY HARBOR AND THE NIAGARA RIVER
· FIRE HALL ROOF REPLACEMENT
· FIRE HALL EXPANSION
· MAIN PUMP STATION UPGRADE
· INFLOW/INFILTRATION INVESTIGATION
· GRAVITY OVERFLOW MONITORING
· 2008 SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT
· MAIN STREET BEAUTIFICATION
· VIRGINIA STREET RECONSTRUCTION
· BENTON STREET IMPROVEMENTS
· JOHNSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS
· MOYLE AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS
· GIBSON STREET PHASE 1 IMPROVEMENTS
· VETERAN'S PARK SUBDIVISION
· NIAGARA STREET CULVERT OVER TWO MILE CREEK
· ADA COMPLIANT FISHING PIER
· WATER TREATMENT PLANT REDEVELOPMENT
· GIS NEED ASSESSMENT
CURRENT PROJECTS
Spaulding Fibre – Restore NY
Status: Construction Phase
Scope: Asbestos removal and demolition of remaining above ground structures (+/-460,000 sq.ft.). Some basement, slab and foundation removal.
Completion: Late 2009
Spaulding Fibre – Federal Funding
Status: Contract Pending
Scope: Basement, slab, and foundation removal. Partial remediation.
Completion: TBD
Spaulding Fibre – Environmental Restoration Program
Status: Design Phase
Scope: Site investigation, remedial design, remedial action (as required)
Completion: Mid 2010
Spaulding Fibre – Zoning and Master Plan Update
Status: Study Phase
Scope: Develop and implement master plan and zoning revisions to accommodate future use of the Spaulding Fibre property
Completion: Early 2009
Central Business District Zoning and Master Plan Update
Status: Study Phase
Scope: Develop and implement master plan and zoning revisions to ensure uses and development consistent with community goals
Completion: Early 2009
Planning and Design of Revitalization Projects for Gateway Harbor and the Niagara River
Status: Study Phase
Scope: Identify and develop projects to be added to the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. Develop three alternative uses for the area along both sides of Young Street between Broad and Main. Plans shall include a mix of recreational, residential, and commercial uses. Perform a structural evaluation on the Spaulding Fibre intake structure. Based upon results design either a scenic overlook point utilizing the structure or prepare plans for demolition.
Completion: Early 2009
Fire Hall Roof Replacement
Status: Substantially Complete
Scope: Replace the existing leaking membrane roof with a new membrane roof. Add pitch to the flat roof to ensure proper drainage. Repair roof top units
Completion: Substantially Complete
Fire Hall Expansion
Status: Preliminary Design Complete
Scope: Prepare design for expansion of the City of Tonawanda Fire Hall. Expansion shall include additional vehicle bays to alleviate congestion, additional office space, and additional space for paid and volunteer fire companies. Alternative designs include a one-story addition, full two-story addition, and a two-story addition with the second story left as a shell with interior work to be completed at a later date.
Completion: Preliminary Design Complete.
Main Pump Station Pump Replacement
Status: Construction Phase
Scope: Demolish existing Pumps No. 1 and No. 2 including motors and controls. Modify suction and discharge piping. Demolish existing seal water pumps including motors and controls. Demolish existing bubbler system. Demolish existing comminutors. Make structural modifications, including access hatches, required to remove existing equipment and install new equipment. Install new Pumps No. 1 and No. 2 including controls and motors. Install new variable frequency drives and harmonic filter. Install new pressure transducer level sensing equipment.
Completion: Early 2009
Inflow/Infiltration Investigation
Status: Consultant Selection
Scope: Monitor sanitary sewer collection system to identify potential areas of excess inflow/infiltration. Conduct field investigations including manhole inspection, smoke testing, and dye testing to identify sources of inflow/infiltration. Evaluate system performance. Identify future projects to address areas of concern and to reduce/eliminate sanitary sewer overflows.
Completion: Late 2009
Gravity overflow monitoring
Status: Construction
Scope: Install flow monitoring equipment at all gravity overflow locations within the collection system. Monitor overflow locations weekly and report data to the NYSDEC on a monthly basis.
Completion: Installation complete. Continuous monitoring and reporting.
2008 Sidewalk Replacement Project
Status: Substantially Complete
Scope: Replace damaged sidewalk at various locations within the City of Tonawanda
Completion: Substantially Complete
Main Street Beautification
Status: Substantially Complete
Scope: Beautify project area along Main Street from the City line near Delton St. to Franklin. Project includes installation of new curbs, sidewalk, trees, decorative colored/stamped concrete, roadway mill and overlay.
Completion: Substantially Complete
Virginia Street Reconstruction
Status: Complete
Scope: Project includes installation of new sidewalk, new sanitary sewer, new waterline, new curbs and full depth pavement reconstruction.
Completion: Complete
Benton Street Improvements
Status: Complete
Scope: Project includes new sanitary sewer installation, catch basin replacement, pavement mill and overlay.
Completion: Complete
Johnson Street Improvements
Status: Prepared grant application and submitted to County
Scope: Install new waterline, partial sidewalk replacement, and pavement mill & overlay.
Completion: Project pending grant award
Moyle Avenue Improvements
Status: Prepared grant application and submitted to County
Scope: Install new sidewalks, pavement mill and overlay.
Completion: Project pending grant award
Gibson Street Phase 1 Improvements
Status: Prepared grant application and submitted to County
Scope: Project area includes Gibson from Dodge to Enterprise. Project includes partial sidewalk replacement, pavement mill and overlay.
Completion: Project pending grant award
Veterans Park Subdivision
Status: Survey Phase
Scope: Prepare boundary, wetland, and parcel information for potential developers.
Completion: Survey complete. Project on-going.
Niagara Street Culvert Over Two Mile Creek
Status: Identification of potential funding sources
Scope: Replace existing culvert on Niagara Street over Two Mile Creek. New structure will be sized to accommodate hydraulic issues. Final scope depends upon available funding.
Completion: Pending project funding
ADA Compliant Fishing Pier
Status: Design Phase
Scope: Installation of an ADA compliant fishing pier along the south shore of Ellicott Creek across from the Long Homestead. Project includes ramps and sidewalk required for access to pier.
Completion: Final pier location and design pending completion of the Planning and Design of Waterfront Revitalization projects for Gateway Harbor and the Niagara River.
Water Treatment Plant Redevelopment
Status: Environmental Investigation
Scope: Complete Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments at the Water Treatment Plant to determine the extent of environmental contamination at the site. Project will include recommended action (if required).
Completion: Late 2008
GIS Needs Assessment
Status: Study Phase
Scope: Follow New York State Department of Education guidelines to identify potential uses for GIS within all City Departments. Evaluate existing capabilities and equipment.
Completion: Late 2008
MAPS
SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
STORM SEWER SYSTEM
WETLANDS
TAX MAPS
FLOOD MAPS
Copies of these maps are available for purchase from the Engineering Department at the following rates:
8 ½” x 11” - $0.25
11”x17” - $1.50
24”x36” - $3.00
Oversize - $5.00
PERMITS
RIGHT-OF-WAY PERMIT
This permit is available from the Engineering Department and is required for any work on City property.
This permit is required for, but not limited to:
Sidewalks
Driveway aprons
Excavations in the pavement and shoulders of the street
Curbs
Bubblers*
Sanitary sewer laterals*
Water services*
Any other unlisted work on City property
Either the homeowner must perform all work or a Contractor licensed to work in the City of Tonawanda.
*A licensed plumber must perform bubbler, sanitary sewer, and water line work
Fees:
(1) For a street cut (curb to curb area), per location:
a. The fee shall be $200.00 for an excavation of three by six feet.
b. The fee shall be $10.00 per linear foot of an excavation beyond either the length or width specified above.
(2) For an inside cut (inside the curb to the property line), per location: $30.00
(3) Public utilities fee, per location: $30.00. If utilities provide complete restoration pursuant to specifications on file with the engineering department, they are exempt from the fees mentioned above.
Checks should be made out to the City of Tonawanda Treasurer.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Will the City replace my sidewalk?
City sidewalks are replaced based on their condition and available funds. The Engineering Department takes requests for sidewalk replacement continually. Once every year all sidewalk requests are evaluated and rated. The sidewalks that represent the greatest hazard to public safety are replaced first until the sidewalk budget is exhausted.
Sidewalk replacement is performed by a contractor and is bid and let once per year.
If a sidewalk represents an immediate hazard the Department of Public Works can install an asphalt patch.
EPA STORM WATER PHASE II
The City of Tonawanda is a participating member in the Western New York Storm water Coalition.
The Western New York Storm water Coalition is a forum for the regulated communities to share resources and work in partnership toward compliance with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Phase II Storm water requirements. The overall goal of the Coalition is to utilize regional collaboration to identify existing resources and develop programs to reduce the negative impacts of storm water pollution.
The U.S. EPA Phase II Rule requires operators of small municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s) to develop and implement a storm water management program that addresses six minimum controls. The six minimum controls are:
1. Public education & outreach
2. Public participation & involvement
3. Illicit discharge detection & elimination
4. Construction site runoff control
5. Post-construction site runoff control
6. Pollution prevention & good housekeeping for municipal operations
For information on the Coalition and how it is working to address the requirements of the Phase II Storm water Rule, or to learn more about preventing storm water pollution, contact the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning at (716) 858-6370 or download the Household Guide to Preventing Storm water Pollution.
Erie County’s Storm water Phase II website:
http://www.erie.gov/environment/compliance/pollution_sw2.asp
The Western New York Storm water Coalition has developed nine educational brochures to assist target businesses with preventing storm water pollution. To download a brochure, click on the link listed below:
1. Automotive & Related Industries
2. Construction Site Storm water Runoff Control
3. Concrete & Mortar Operations
4. Roadwork & Paving Concrete & Mortar Operations
5. Food & Restaurant Industries
7. Mobile Cleaners: Carpet, Upholstery Cleaners, Janitorial Service Providers
8. Hospitals, Medical Treatment Centers & Healthcare Facilities
9. Pesticide Application, Lawn Care and Landscaping
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