CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC UPDATE
- Extended closure of northbound Beal to begin Monday
- Spaces to close on roof of Ann Street parking structure tomorrow
- Spaces closed on levels 3 and 4 of Catherine Street parking structure
For more details, read below. For a map of the impacted area, please visit http://www.aec.bf.umich.edu/closures.html
NORTHBOUND BEAL TO CLOSE THROUGH SUMMER
Northbound vehicle traffic on Beal Avenue between Bonisteel Boulevard and Hayward Avenue is scheduled to be closed Monday (Dec. 4) through Summer 2007. The southbound vehicle lane will be shifted to the east side of the road. Traffic, including U-M buses, will be detoured west on Bonisteel, north on Murfin and east on Hayward. Detour signs will be posted.
These lane adjustments are necessary to promote vehicle and pedestrian safety by reducing vehicle traffic through the Solid State Electronics Laboratory construction project. Drivers traveling southbound are urged to slow down and use caution in the area.
NINE PARKING SPACES TO CLOSE ON ROOF OF ANN STREET PARKING STRUCTURE
Nine parking spaces on the roof of the Ann Street Parking Structure (M86) are scheduled to be closed tomorrow (Dec. 1) through March 31. The closed area will provide a location for the snow melter equipment that is used during snow removal.
CATHERINE STREET STRUCTURE RENOVATION CONTINUES
The repairs in the Catherine Street parking structure now have moved to levels three and four. Up to 80 random spaces will be closed at a time to provide safe clearance for the repair activity. Flagpersons will be present in the structure to assist with traffic flow during morning and afternoon rush hour. This upper level work was scheduled for spring but was able to be performed at the conclusion of the work in the lower level due to cooperative weather. The renovations in the structure are scheduled to be completed by the end of December.
Media Center Thanksgiving Hours
The Media Center will close at 3:00 on Wednesday, November 22, through Sunday, November 26. Normal hours will resume on Monday, November 27.
Media Center Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
URGENT -- Parking Issues on U-M Campus Tuesday
Due to the Memorial Service Tuesday (Nov. 21) at Michigan Stadium for Bo Schembechler that is open to the public, the following Central/South Campus parking and transportation alterations will be in place:
n all staff who park personal or UM vehicles in the lots surrounding Michigan Stadium (SC2, SC4, SC5, SC6, SC7, SC35 and SC36) are asked to park in an alternate location Tuesday; (This should be considered similar to a football game.)
n parking enforcement will be waived and gates will be raised at the Thompson Street (W3), Fletcher Street (N13) and Palmer Drive (N26) parking structures to accommodate Orange and Yellow staff permit holders from the Crisler/Stadium lots;
n parking enforcement will be waived at the surface lots on Thompson Street (W18) and the band practice lot at Elbel Field off Hill Street to accommodate Orange and Yellow staff permit holders from the Crisler/Stadium lots;
n additional U-M transit buses will be added to the Commuter route before and after the service; therefore, staff planning to attend the memorial service are encouraged to leave their vehicles parked on other areas of campus and ride the bus to the service.
n Staff members also are encouraged to car pool. Consider parking at Wolverine Tower (SC17) or the State Street Commuter Lot (SC34) and car pool or ride the AATA bus to campus.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this challenging time for the Schembechler family, the Athletic Department and the University community.
U-M Facilities Thanksgiving Weekend Service
U-M FACILITIES PREPARATION for THANKSGIVING 2006
The Facilities and Operations staff would like to remind you that we will provide reduced staffing through the Thanksgiving weekend to address any emergency situations. During the holiday, please call:
- 763-1131 (or 911 from a campus phone) to reach the Department of Public Safety for crimes, safety concerns or spill response
- 647-2059 to reach Plant Operations Call Center for maintenance requests.
PARKING IMPACTS
Parking enforcement will be suspended for permits and meter fees in all parking areas except the Simpson Circle Structure (Mott) and North Entrance Structure (Cancer Center/Geriatric Center) on Thanksgiving Day and the following day (Nov. 23 and 24). Regular parking enforcement will resume at 6 am on Saturday (Nov. 25).
Patient and visitor parking at the Taubman Parking Structure (Parking A) will be staffed throughout the holiday weekend (Nov. 23-26). The North Entrance Structure (Parking B) will be staffed on 11/24 only.
TRANSPORTATION IMPACTS
There will be no University transit or shuttle bus services on November 23 and 24. Regular weekend transit service will resume on Saturday (Nov. 25). Additionally, the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) will not operate regular fixed-route bus service or A-Ride Paratransit on Thursday (Nov. 23). Passengers may use AATA's Holiday Ride shared-ride taxi service on Thanksgiving for $5 per person. Please note the service only operates within the Ann Arbor city limits. To schedule a Holiday Ride, call 528-5432.
On Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 23), a special Thanksgiving Day Shuttle will operate from 10:50 am to 2 pm to transport students to the Thanksgiving Meal hosted at the West Quad dining hall. Shuttle service will be provided from various locations around campus including Northwood 1 through 3 Community Apartments, Baits I and II, Bursley Hall, Markley Hall, the Hill Area Dorms and East Quad. See www.pts.umich.edu for more information.
ENERGY REDUCTION
Please do your part to help conserve our utility consumption. Dial back room thermostats to 60 degrees in offices, classrooms and other areas that will not be used over the Thanksgiving weekend. Help make a positive impact on the environment and our budgets.
SAFETY IMPACTS
Throughout the U-M campus, we need your help in order to reduce emergencies and maintain a safe and secure environment. Please remind your staff and faculty colleagues and students to complete the following before they leave their work, research or living areas for the weekend:
- close and lock all windows and doors;
- properly attend to all fume hoods;
- secure valuables and lock desks and closets; and
- turn off all appliances, including computers, copiers, printers, coffee pots, space heaters and lights.
UM CONSTRUCTION tRAFFIC UPDATE
- Northbound Observatory daytime closures Nov. 18-20
- Electricity shutdown at Ann Street parking structure Nov. 20-22 and Nov. 28
- Victor Vaughan pedestrian bridge renovations to close pedestrian access beginning Nov. 27
- University Hospital front entrance renovations completed
For more details, see below. For maps of the affected areas, see http://www.aec.bf.umich.edu/closures.html
NORTHBOUND OBSERVATORY TO BE CLOSED THIS WEEKEND
Northbound vehicle traffic on Observatory Street is scheduled to be closed during the daytime hours Saturday through Monday (Nov. 18-20). This closure is necessary to complete work on a water main under the street. Vehicle traffic, including buses, will be detoured onto Washington Heights and East Medical Center Drive. Observatory Street is expected to be open to all traffic at night.
LIMITED ELECTRICITY AT ANN STREET STRUCTURE
Electricity at the Ann Street parking structure will be shutdown from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 20 -- 22 and Nov. 28. A generator will provide back-up electricity for lighting, however the elevator will be out of service. The entrance gates will be locked open during the shutdown periods.
VICTOR VAUGHAN PEDESTRIAN ACCESS REDUCED
Renovations to the pedestrian bridge that connects the Victor Vaughan Building with the Taubman Medical Library are scheduled from Nov. 27 through the winter. As a result, the pedestrian access into the Hippocrates courtyard near the MSRB and Medical Science 2 buildings will be closed. Pedestrian detour signs will be posted.
HOSPITAL FRONT ENTRANCE RENOVATIONS COMPLETED
The renovation of the front entrance to University Hospital and the Taubman Health Center has been substantially completed. Some landscape restoration work remains.
The renovation included installing additional vehicle traffic lanes in the entrance loop to improve patient pick-up and drop-off as well as increase efficiency of valet service. Pedestrian islands and cross walks were installed to enhance safety. Thank you for your patience during the road closures and traffic disruptions necessitated by the project.
Flags to half staff Tuesday - Thursday
Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm has ordered that United States flags throughout the state of Michigan and on Michigan waters be lowered in honor of Michigan servicemen who lost their lives while on active duty in Afghanistan and Iraq. Flags will be lowered:
Tuesday (Nov. 14) to honor Army Major Douglas E. Sloan former resident of Charlevoix, most recently of Evans Mills, New York. Major Sloan, 40, died October 31 from injuries suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle in Wygal Valley, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, New York.
Wednesday (Nov. 15) to honor Marine Lance Corporal Minhee "Andy" Kim of Ann Arbor. Lance Corporal Kim, 20, died November 1 while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq. He was assigned to Marine Forces Reserve's 1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, Lansing, Michigan.
Thursday (Nov. 16) to honor Marine Corporal Gary A. Koehler of Ypsilanti. Corporal Koehler, 21, died November 1 while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
Flags should return to full-staff on Friday, November 17.
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