New Castle Fire District No. 1 Modernization Project Update
Chappaqua, NY

Key Updates Include:

Backfilling Operations and Site Work:

•Backfilling operations are ongoing, with progress continuing on-site. The plumbing and electrical contractors are currently working to lay out their underground systems. The site contractor is focused on site backfilling and excavation to prepare for the steel contractors to begin their work. Next week, the excavating contractor will backfill the plumbing work and dig a small trench for the electricians to run their conduit.

Cold Weather Plan:

•A cold weather plan remains in place to ensure work continues despite challenging weather conditions.

Environmental Safety Measures:

•Silt fences have been installed to manage erosion and runoff, while silt baskets are in place to capture sediment and protect surrounding stormwater systems. Additionally, potentially contaminated soil will be removed today, Wednesday, March 5th.

Coordination with Contractors:

•Plumbing Work: The plumbing contractor is working in the southwest and west rooms of the apparatus bay area, connecting lines to the future sink, toilet, and showers. This work will be inspected by the Town to conduct a pressure test. The plumbing installation on the west side of the site is expected to take approximately two weeks.
•Electrical Work: The electrical contractor will complete the remaining conduit installation once the excavation work is finished.
•Masonry Work: The mason is scheduled to begin masonry work after the crane is delivered, which is set for March 17th. The initial focus will be on the interior Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) wall construction below the future mezzanine area, along gridlines A-G. Once the walls are in place, the mezzanine deck will be installed, and fall fittings will resume to complete the rest of the steel installation.
•Steel Installation: The crane for steel installation is scheduled to be delivered no later than March 17th, with an earlier goal in place. Over the next month, fall fittings will be installed across gridlines A-G. After the steel is erected, the mason will continue with wall construction along gridlines A-G.

Logistics and Access:

•No construction-related parking is permitted on Elm Street or Memorial Drive. Deliveries should enter the site via King Street. Any access through Memorial Drive will be communicated to the team in advance.

The community is encouraged to stay informed through the Fire District’s website and local announcements as the project progresses. We will continue to share regular updates on the project timeline, traffic impacts, and other important developments. The Fire District welcomes feedback and will keep the community updated throughout the construction phase.
For more information, please contact the New Castle Fire District No. 1 Project Committee at project@ncfd1.org.

Stay tuned for further updates on this important community enhancement project!