Ohio 13, June 24, 2023

$600M Bridge Park Continues to Transform Dublin Area

By Cindy Riley CEG CORRESPONDENT

In Dublin, Ohio, construction continues on a multi-million-dollar mixed-use development known as Bridge Park.

The transformative project, situated in a suburb of Columbus, began in 2015 and was designed to include upscale apartments, condos, restaurants, retail shops, office space, a hotel and an events center.

“Bridge Park is an exciting project, because it has become a model for many developed and future mixed-use developments,” said Jason Hartke, chief operating officer of Brackett Builders. “Bridge Park is located right in the heart of Dublin, 15 minutes north of The Ohio State

University.”

Crawford Hoying is the owner and developer of the walkable, multi-building development, which is currently in phase 10. According to Hartke, the downtown area is an ideal setting for the project.

“Bridge Park attracts an array of visitors from all different backgrounds and age groups. Prior to Bridge Park, the land consisted of a shopping plaza with a golf range and a Planet Fitness.”

Hartke said workers at the job site continue to make progress, as they move one step closer to finishing the project’s latest phase.

“Construction on The Theodore and The Bailey is going as planned. It’s always rewarding to drive by our projects

under construction and see them come to life a little more with each passing day.”

The project, however, is not without its share of challenges.

“Each structure within the development is unique,” said Hartke. “No two buildings are the same. The later phases of construction have required close coordination with the occupied phases.”

Right now, construction is centered on G and F blocks.

“In G, there is a four-story for sale residential building, a parking garage and a five-story shell office building under way,” said Hartke. “In F, there’s a six-story residential building.”

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Crawford Hoying rendering Once completed, the $600 million project will include 603,300 sq. ft. of Class A office; 231,100 sq. ft. of restaurant/retail; 728 for-rent residential units; 294 for-sale condos/townhomes; a 150-key AC Hotel by Marriott; a 145-key SpringHill Suites hotel; an 800-person events center; and more than 4,400 parking spaces.

Work Continues On Latest Phase of Dublin’s Bridge Park

In G block, the residential building was scheduled to be complete in early June, with partial phased occupancy beginning in April. The garage also opened in April.

F block is scheduled to be completed in February 2024. The concrete podium is complete, and five stories of wood framing is under way.

Tasks remaining include site work, along with exterior and interior finishes. Site work has been fairly difficult, because of elevation changes throughout the development, alongside subsurface conditions that required rock excavation.

The elements also are a concern. Crews are constantly keeping an eye on the forecast.

“Building in Ohio is always challenging,

due to the change in seasons that come and go each year,” Hartke explained. “Timing the construction sequence to best complement the expected weather is key to keeping the project on schedule.”

In addition to the thousands of cubic yards of dirt that have had to be moved by crews, demolition also was required. Several structures on portions of the existing property had to be torn down to make way for new construction.

A wide variety of equipment has been used to move forward on the project. Workers have relied on heavy earth moving equipment, in addition to a variety of aerial man and material lifts.

Once completed, the $600 million project will include 603,300 sq. ft. of Class A office; 231,100 sq. ft. of restaurant/retail; 728 for-rent residential units; 294 for-sale condos/townhomes; a 150-key AC Hotel by Marriott; a 145-key SpringHill Suites

hotel; an 800-person events center; and more than 4,400 parking spaces.

Since the first phase was completed in January 2017, the development has continued to make headlines, as interest continues to build. Hartke noted that while much work remains, Bridge Park is already proving to be a successful undertaking that’s focused on community.

“A lot of work and time was invested, and we still aren’t done.”  CEG

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Brackett Builders photo Workers have relied on heavy earth moving equipment, in addition to a vari ety of aerial man and material lifts.

Crawford Hoying rendering Bridge Park is located right in the heart of Dublin, 15 minutes north of The Ohio State University.

Brackett Builders photo

In addition to the thousands of cubic yards of dirt that have had to be moved by crews, demolition also was required for the Bridge Park project.

Brackett Builders photo

In Dublin, Ohio, construction continues on a multi-million-dollar mixed-use development known as Bridge Park.

Brackett Builders photo

Workers at the Bridge Park job site continue to make progress, as they move one step closer to finishing the project’s latest phase.

Ohio Machinery’s Taylor Receives Corporate Kindness Award

Ken Taylor, president of Ohio Machinery Co., was awarded the 2023 Malden Mills Corporate Kindness Award at a special ceremony on June 7 at Landerhaven, sponsored by the Values-in-Action Foundation.

“I am grateful to receive this award,” said Taylor. “To be honored for this fundamental quality reflects appreciation for what kindness means to those around us. I believe kindness comes back full circle, both personally and professionally. I continually strive to inspire others to be the best — be good, do good and apply these values in everything you do.”

The Values-in-Action Foundation annually recognizes local, national and international community leaders, businesses and outstanding educators for promoting kindness, care and respect to students and adults for a better society.

“Ken Taylor is a unique CEO who leads with heart and runs his family enterprise with ‘employees’ as extended family. He follows in the method of leadership exemplified by the late Aaron Feuerstein, CEO of Malden Mills, who paid his 3,500 textile mill employees full wages and benefits after a devastating

fire in 1995 that destroyed most of the mill. And that is why we at the Values-inAction Foundation are thrilled to recognize Ken Taylor and Ohio CAT with our Malden Mills Corporate Kindness Award,” said Stuart Muszynski, president and CEO of Values-in-Action Foundation.

Taylor is the third generation of his family to lead Ohio Machinery Co. He carries on his family’s business legacy as well as the Taylor family tradition of philanthropy. The company has a continuing legacy of charitable giving and supporting education, professional sports and entertainment and local community development across Ohio. Through strategic financial gifts, equipment donations and the creation of academic scholarships, the company provides support to form pathways that help shape the future, fostering a richer quality of life for all.

“The spirit of kindness and generosity is an example I want to set for my family and my employees, and is a tenet of our business,” said Taylor. “Giving truly helps communities transform, and it impacts people and their futures in the communities we serve.” 

Ken Taylor, president of Ohio Machinery Co., was awarded the 2023 Malden Mills Corporate Kindness Award.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jack Marchbanks announced June 2 that the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will dedicate nearly $28 million to support local projects to repair, replace or demolish 24 aging bridges in Ohio.

Funding from the Municipal Bridge Program has been allotted to support the total replacement of 16 bridges, the repair of four bridges and the demolition of four bridges. Although ODOT considers the 20 bridges being repaired/replaced safe for traffic, significant improvements are necessary to ensure that the structures do not become dangerous in the future. The four bridges that will be demolished have each been out of use for several years.

“Providing this funding is another example of how the state can work to support our communities to ensure that local transportation infrastructure is safe for those traveling on our roads and bridges,” said DeWine. “By repairing and replacing these bridges, we can better ensure the safety of travelers in the future.”

ODOT’s Municipal Bridge Program provides funding to municipalities, metro parks and regional transit agencies for bridge projects. Last year, Gov. DeWine increased Ohio’s yearly funding allocation for the program from $11.5 to $18.5 million. The grants announced also are funded with additional support from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Bridge Formula Program and with money left over from previous rounds of the Municipal Bridge Program.

Grants will pay for up to 95 percent of the eligible costs for bridge construction and inspection. Design costs for this year’s projects may also be funded by the grant awards.

“Previously, the Municipal Bridge Program was only able to pay for a percentage of construction cost. Now, we are also able to cover up to 100 percent of the design costs,” said Marchbanks. “The additional funding provided to this program from the Bridge Formula Program will certainly help the municipalities that may not have the money for design work on these much-needed projects.”

Projects that receive funding as part of ODOT’s Municipal Bridge Program are selected based on committee recommendations and a scoring system. A funding limit of $2 million is set per project, and a local match is required for construction projects. 

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