J U N E 21, 2016
PROJECT UPDATE
PORT OF EVERETT TO RELOCATE HISTORIC
WEYERHAEUSER BUILDING IN JULY 2016
In the late evening of July 13/early morning of July 14, the Port of Everett and its
contractor, Everett-based Nickel Bros,
will relocate the historic Weyerhaeuser
Building from its current location in the
Port’s South Marina along West Marine
View Drive to the Port’s new Boxcar Park
in the Central Marina at water’s edge.
This is the third move for the iconic
waterfront building, which is listed on
the National Register of Historic Places.
This move will set the stage for the building’s future use as an outdoor performance venue and marine clubhouse in
the 2020 timeframe.
“This is a very important project and
building for the community,” Port Commissioner Troy McClelland said. “Staff
will be exploring ways to put the building
back into productive use at Boxcar
Park in the interim while
preparations are made for
the interior and exterior
improvements to the building to create an outdoor
performance venue and
marina clubhouse in the
2020 timeframe.”
The project includes:
• Relocation of the 80-foot by 65-foot,
350-ton structure to its new location
at Boxcar Park (less than one mile)
with foundation establishment;
• Re-stabilizing the building’s current
pad for future development;
• Providing move route modifications
to utilities, landscaping and
structures;
• Demolishing an existing steel
storage building near Boxcar Park;
• Moving the mobile restroom facility
adjacent to North Guest Dock 6; and
• Performing site repairs and improvements related to the projects move
impact.
See reverse for answers to frequently
asked project questions.
A N T I C I PAT E D
WORK SCHEDULE
CURRENT BUILDING SITE
(S O U T H M A R I N A)
•
Photo documentation of the building
(pre-move) — COMPLETE
•
Building move preparation (i.e. landscape removal, foundation work, steel
beam install, hydraulic jacking/blocking,
etc.) — MAY - MID-JULY
FUTURE BUILDING SITE
(B OXC A R PA R K)
•
Demolition of existing steel storage
building — COMPLETE
•
Relocation of mobile restroom and
ADA Ramp — COMPLETE
•
New building foundation preparation — JUNE - JULY
•
Photo documentation of the building
(post-move) — JULY - AUGUST
R E LO C AT I O N RO U T E
The Port has been working
with Nickel Brothers to prepare for the move, including preparation at both the
current and future building
sites, as well as along the
relocation route to accommodate the move.
R E LO C AT I O N RO U T E
•
Removal of landscape islands in the
Port’s Central Marina parking lot —
COMPLETE
•
Removal of nine trees along West
Marine View Drive — July 6-7
•
Temporary Central Marina Permit
Parking closures — July 11-15
•
Temporary removal of a fire hydrant
in the South Marina — JULY 11-14
•
Temporary removal of 22 light poles
(9 along West Marine View Drive; 13
in the Port’s Central Marina parking
lot) — JULY 11-14
Note: anticipated schedule is subject to change.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: WHEN WILL THE BUILDING MOVE TAKE PLACE?
A: The building is set to move the late evening of July 13/
early morning of July 14. Move date is subject to change.
Q: HOW LONG WILL THE MOVE TAKE?
A: The contractor estimates the move will take approximately four (4) hours once the building is repositioned.
Q: WHAT IS THE ANTICIPATED MOVE SCHEDULE?
A: The anticipated move schedule is as follows:
July 13 (afternoon and late evening):
• 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Start moving the building from its
foundation and position it in the parking lot between
its current site and adjacent West Marine building.
• 10 p.m.: Partial closure of West Marine View Drive
(WMVD) for PUD work
• 11:30 p.m.: Full closure of WMVD
July 14 (early morning):
• 12:01 a.m. Building move begins; enters WMVD
• 2:00 a.m. (approximate): Building exits WMVD,
enters Port property at Seiner Drive
• 4:00 a.m. (approximate): Building arrives at destination site (Boxcar Park)
Q: WILL THERE BE A DESIGNATED PLACE THAT I CAN
WATCH THE MOVE?
A: Yes. The Port of Everett is hosting a community-viewing
event at Grand Avenue Park (the bluff area overlooking
the building’s current location) beginning at 11:45 p.m.
the evening of Wednesday, July 13. The move will commence at approximately 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, July 14.
Coffee and donuts will be served while supplies last.
Q: I CAN’T ATTEND THE VIEWING EVENT. WILL THERE
BE PHOTOS/VIDEOS TAKEN?
A: Yes. The project contract includes photo and video
documentation of the move. These photos and videos will
be made available to the public post-move. Information
on the move can be found at: www.portofeverett.com/
historyonthemove
Q: WHAT PARTS OF WEST MARINE VIEW DRIVE WILL
BE CLOSED DURING THE MOVE?
A: West Marine View Drive will be closed to thru traffic
north of 18th Street to 13th Street beginning at 11:30 p.m.
on July 13, to approximately 4 a.m. on July 14.
HISTORY on the move
Q: HOW CAN I ACCESS THE PORT OF EVERETT WATERFRONT DURING THE ROAD CLOSURE?
A: Access will be available at 10th Street and West Marine
View Drive, as well as at 18th Street and West Marine View
Drive.
Q: I’M A MARINA SLIPHOLDER, HOW WILL THIS
PROJECT AFFECT MY ACCESS?
A: If you are a North or South Marina slipholder, your
marina access should not be affected by project activities.
If you are a Central Marina slipholder, please be advised
that Marina Permit Parking at the Central Docks will be
limited from July 11 – 15. Construction crews plan to keep
the south lane of Central Marina permit parking open
that week (located next to the trail). A temporary closure
within this parking area will allow crews to prepare the
relocation route (including removal of light poles), provide clearance for the building during the move, and also,
allow for post-move work (including re-installation of
light poles). Temporary parking will be available near the
Port’s Waterfront Center. If you have questions regarding
parking or access, please contact the Marina Office at
425.259.6001.
Q: WILL THE MOVE GENERATE NOISE AND/OR
LIGHTING IMPACTS?
A: The move is anticipated to generate noise from use of
diesel-engine equipment. Portable light banks will provide
additional lighting to the site for safety. The lights will not
face the bluff or marina; however, this may generate a
brighter view for site neighbors.
Q: WHERE CAN I ACCESS PROJECT UPDATES?
A: The Port of Everett regularly updates its Construction
Hotline with project updates. The hotline is available 24/7
at 425.388.0269. Project updates are also available at
www.portofeverett.com/historyonthemove.
Q: WHAT IS THE CONSTRUCTION WORK SCHEDULE
FOR THIS PROJECT?
A: Nickel Bros (and its sub-contractors) regular work hours
are Monday thru Friday, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Occasionally work
may take place during extended hours and on weekends
as necessary.
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