Entries by Town of Palm Beach

Underground Utilities Task Force Update

The Undergrounding Project Team indicated they needed more time before presenting a master plan to the Task Force. The Project Team indicated the following: Two pending lawsuits filed by Town residents are stalling the financing of the undergrounding project. Until the lawsuits are settled, the Town cannot access General Obligation Bond funds. Interest rates have […]

Curbing Costs & Installation Time

Saves: Delineating the edge of travel lane on extra-wide local streets allows for more efficient use of the right of way for equipment placement thereby avoiding easement acquisition costs and/or curbing that typically costs $25/LF. Raves: AT&T – They worked with us to minimize conduit needs for a portion of their conversion in Phase 1 […]

Feeder Study Completed

The feeder study conducted by FPL for master planning of the project has been completed. The feeder study indicates where major backbone utility lines will be located throughout the Town. Similar studies have also been completed by AT&T and Comcast for their significant infrastructure needs.